I'm in Love Apartment, and the system is making me cultivate immortality.

Chapter 344 Terminal illness, but thankfully it's in the early stages!
The medical examination results are in.

Xu Hongdou is in good health. Although she has mild anemia, it is not a serious problem.

Girls bleed every month, so anemia is normal.

The doctor advised Xu Hongdou to rest more and avoid being too stressed or overworked.

Xu Hongdou nodded with a wry smile.

Everyone knows to rest more and avoid overworking, but how many people can actually do it?

Anyway, she can't rest; the more holidays there are, the busier she gets.

"Go back and brew more jujube tea."

When Xu Hongdou made up her mind.

Just then, Chen Nanxing came out of the house with his medical examination report in his hand, and he quickly went to greet him.

"How is Nanxing?"

While asking the question, Xu Hongdou noticed that her best friend's expression seemed a little off.

He was pale and silent.

Xu Hongdou's heart skipped a beat, and she grabbed her best friend's wrist, "Nanxing?"

But then Chen Nanxing, who had been keeping his head down and hadn't said a word, slowly raised his head.

For a moment, Xu Hongdou froze, her best friend's once vibrant and lively eyes now blank.

Now all that remains is fear and emptiness.

"red beans."

Chen Nanxing's voice trembled; he called out a name, then could not speak further.

"What's wrong? Tell me!" Xu Hongdou felt even more uneasy and became a little anxious.

Helping her staggering sister, she walked to a bench in the corridor and sat down, holding her best friend's hand tightly.

Chen Nanxing was still in a state between sleep and wakefulness, his eyes fixed straight ahead.

Seeing this, Xu Hongdou had no choice but to take the report from her best friend and see a line of technical terms on it.

"The gland shows localized decreased echogenicity, irregular shape, and blood flow signals at the edges. What does this mean?"

Xu Hongdou raised her head and looked eagerly at her best friend.

Although she already had a guess in her heart, she still didn't want to believe it and wanted to know the exact answer.

Finally, Chen Nanxing's big eyes filled with tears, and she burst into tears, "The doctor said this might be a tumor and that I need to go downstairs for a specific examination!"

Chen Nanxing's voice exploded in Xu Hongdou's mind like a bomb.

It made her dizzy.

The inspection report in his hand also clattered to the ground.

Xu Hongdou quickly squatted down to pick it up.

But as she picked them up, tears welled up in her eyes and eventually streamed down her face.

Drop by drop, it splashed onto the floor.

after an hour.

"Luckily you were tested early, so you probably don't feel anything."

The doctor held Chen Nanxing's latest test report, glanced at it while adjusting his glasses, and then asked in a deep voice.

"Mmm." Chen Nanxing looked terrified. Luckily, Xu Hongdou was supporting her, otherwise she might have already swayed and collapsed to the ground.

The fear of death is something no one can truly understand until the moment arrives.

Chen Nanxing didn't want to die, at least not at such a young age.

Xu Hongdou hurriedly asked hopefully, "Doctor, is it possible that it's a benign tumor?"

The doctor shook his head, and Xu Hongdou's heart sank to the bottom again.

Fortunately, the doctor reassured her.

"However, the patient was diagnosed in time and was in a very early stage. As long as surgery is performed, the survival rate is still very high."

Xu Hongdou remained silent; perhaps this was a stroke of luck amidst misfortune.

The doctor then admitted Chen Nanxing to the hospital for observation.

Going to work is out of the question.

Please ask for leave.

The entrance of the hospital.

The Red Cross sign was very conspicuous in the night, and the streetlights barely illuminated the surroundings.

Xu Hongdou walked out of the hospital alone, her steps unsteady and staggering.

They came together, but she was the only one who left.

Once under the shade of the tree, Xu Hongdou could no longer hold back. She leaned against the tree trunk, covered her mouth, and burst into tears once again.

But no sound came out. All that could be heard was constant dry heaving and dizziness.

It took more than ten minutes for Xu Hongdou to gradually recover.

She was going to Chen Nanxing's place to get some daily necessities for him.

She also helped Nanxing call her parents, who said they would come as soon as possible after hearing the news.

At this moment, Xu Hongdou still couldn't believe it, feeling like she was dreaming, as if she had only come for a physical examination.

How could it be?
But then, Xu Hongdou remembered the doctor's curious questions to her when arranging for Chen Nanxing's hospitalization.

"Since you didn't experience any obvious symptoms, why did you decide to come to the hospital for a detailed medical examination?"

"You could say this decision saved your friend's life. The early cure rate is very high. If it had been delayed any longer, the consequences would have been unimaginable."

"Take it easy."

Xu Hongdou suddenly stopped, a vivid image of a person flashing through her mind.

It's him!

It was Gu Yifan who first noticed that something was wrong with Chen Nanxing.

She even specifically reminded herself to take her best friend to the hospital for a check-up.

If Gu Yifan hadn't reminded her, Xu Hongdou knew she definitely wouldn't have taken the initiative to get checked.

Chen Nanxing would be even less likely to do that, and then everything would be over.

Thinking of this, Xu Hongdou pursed her lips and quickly took out her phone.

Since he can see that something is wrong with Nanxing's body, is there any way he can help her?
The doctor only said the chances were high, but there was also a possibility of death.

After this incident, Xu Hongdou's trust in Gu Yifan increased significantly once again.

Xu Hongdou quickly found the phone number and dialed it.

But the phone rang and rang, and no one answered.

Why aren't you answering the phone?

Inside Cyndi's rented apartment.

The showerhead sprayed lukewarm water, emitting white steam that filled the narrow bathroom.

The bathtub was scrubbed spotless.

Cyndi's small face, barely the size of a palm, was flushed red, whether from the steam or for some other reason.

This blush was even more pronounced on her fair, snow-white skin.

Glistening water droplets slid down the silky texture of the skin.

Her wet, flowing hair was piled high, and the long, beautiful lines of her neck were captivating.

Gu Yifan heard the phone ring, but he wasn't finished with his work and didn't have time to answer it.

After he took the exhausted Xinling back to her bedroom, he went to the living room and picked up the phone that he had tossed onto the sofa as soon as he entered the room and hadn't touched since.

"Hey, isn't it Wanyu?"

Gu Yifan was taken aback; he had initially thought it was Miss Lin.

Although he had already messaged Wanyu saying that something came up and he might be back later, he still hadn't been able to get back.

But what if Miss Lin can't wait?

Looking at it now, it's not Wan Yu, but Xu Hongdou?
Why would she call?

After thinking for a moment, Gu Yifan dialed the number back.

The call was answered after only a few rings.

"Xu Hongdou? What's wrong?" Gu Yifan almost said Manager Xu again, but then realized and changed it to Hongdou.

"Oh? You went for a checkup with Chen Nanxing? How did it go?"

As Gu Yifan spoke, he tilted his head, held his phone between his fingers, walked to the refrigerator, and rummaged through the drawers and cupboards, preparing to find something to eat.

Xinling must be exhausted.

a couple of hours?

It's been more than three hours, and we haven't stopped for a single minute.

Just then, Gu Yifan's hand suddenly paused.

"It's been diagnosed? Malignant breast cancer."

Gu Yifan's pupils dilated in surprise; he hadn't expected that Chen Nanxing would actually be diagnosed with an illness.

"Fortunately, it was discovered early; the doctor said it's still in the early stages."

Xu Hongdou was driving towards Chen Nanxing's house. She looked a little hesitant, but still said, "Are you free now? I want to see you."

Gu Yifan hesitated for a moment, then said, "Okay, I'll come find you."

Xu Hongdou hadn't expected Gu Yifan to agree, but when he did, her previously anxious and uneasy mood suddenly calmed down a bit.

Xu Hongdou quickly gave the location of Chen Nanxing's house.

"Thank you for your help."

"No trouble at all, I'll be there soon."

Hearing Gu Yifan's gentle voice, Xu Hongdou finally relaxed a little.

She hung up the phone and turned to look out the window.
Xu Hongdou wanted to see Gu Yifan. Besides wanting to ask about Chen Nanxing's illness, she was also somewhat afraid and desperately wanted to find a safe place to hide.

Fortunately, he agreed.
Gu Yifan hung up the phone and was considering how to tell Xinling.

did not expect.
"Brother Yifan, don't worry about me, go ahead."

Cyndi actually managed to walk out by leaning against the wall.

Her pretty face radiated tranquility and a maternal glow, and the charm of a young married woman was palpable.

"Xinling, why are you out here?"

Gu Yifan walked over and sat down on the sofa with Xinling.

Xinling's cheeks were still flushed, the shy blush had not faded, and she raised her head and smiled sweetly at Gu Yifan.

"I heard everything. It was Manager Xu calling, right? If you have something to do, you can go ahead. I'm fine."

After hesitating, Gu Yifan told Xinling what Xu Hongdou had told him.

Xinling's eyes widened visibly. "Huh?!"

"Brother, you're amazing. You were able to tell that something was wrong with her body."

"I actually noticed she looked unwell, I didn't expect it to be true," Gu Yifan said, half-jokingly. "Should I go over and check on her?"

Xinling immediately nodded, "Go ahead, go ahead."

This time she was noticeably more proactive than before.

Gu Yifan was puzzled. If Xinling didn't know about this, then what happened just now?
Imagine this: in the middle of the night, a man and a woman are alone, and the woman calls to invite them out.

Gu Yifan suddenly realized what was happening, several black lines appeared on his forehead, and he rubbed Xinling's head.

"Were you having any inappropriate thoughts just now?"

"No." Xinling trembled slightly and immediately shook her head in denial, but her expression was somewhat guilty.

Gu Yifan was too lazy to pay attention to this girl.

She must have misunderstood something at first, but she was still willing to let him meet Xu Hongdou.

She's both silly and pitiful.

"I'll make you a bowl of noodles before you go." Gu Yifan got up and stretched.

"I might be back soon. Xinling, you should first feel the Qi within your body from the cultivation technique."

Xu Hongdou isn't in a hurry.

She said she still had time to help Chen Nanxing pack his personal belongings.

"Hmm~"

Seeing that Gu Yifan was still thinking about her, Xinling's eyes were filled with satisfaction.

Even if Gu Yifan doesn't stay tonight, she won't have any regrets.
Gu Yifan then prepared a bowl of shrimp and tomato noodle soup for Xinling.

Only then did he drive to the address sent by Xu Hongdou.

On the way, he was thinking about teaching Xinling the dual cultivation technique, but unfortunately, although Xinling could generate some spiritual energy, it was actually him who had passed through to the other side.

Cyndi Wang herself cannot create or retain this inspiration.

Gu Yifan's attempt to revive spiritual energy in this world failed.

However, it is also very beneficial to Cyndi's health; perhaps her heart will gradually return to normal.

Chen Nanxing's rented room is in an old neighborhood. It's a small room of less than 20 square meters, which is her home since graduation.

When Xu Hongdou received Gu Yifan's call and came downstairs, her eyes were still red.

She saw a photo of her and Nanxing from their university graduation displayed prominently on a cabinet in Nanxing's rented room, and she couldn't help but cry again.

As the dim light came on, Xu Hongdou, with her slender frame, struggled downstairs, dragging a large bag and a suitcase. It was a heartbreaking sight.

Gu Yifan, who was standing by the car, quickly walked over to greet it.

He reached out to help take the luggage bag, but Xu Hongdou refused.

"It's okay, it's okay, I'll take care of it."

Gu Yifan didn't insist.

When they arrived at the building entrance, they saw Xu Hongdou, who was panting heavily, putting down her duffel bag and suitcase.

"I didn't expect you to be such a tomboy, Xu Hongdou," Gu Yifan joked.

"Tomboy?" Xu Hongdou had never heard of this term before, but she understood its meaning in the blink of an eye.

Looking at Gu Yifan standing in front of her, Xu Hongdou felt a surge of excitement and even felt like joking around.

"Don't underestimate us girls! Who says women are inferior to men?" Xu Hongdou said, pulling up her short sleeve to reveal her fair biceps, showing off to Gu Yifan.

"Yes, yes, Miss Mulan." Gu Yifan felt he couldn't refute her, since she could be Xu Hongdou, Mulan, or Zhao Ling'er.

“Mulan, this is good.” Xu Hongdou chuckled at first, but as she laughed, the sadness in her heart welled up again, her eyes instantly filled with tears, and her mood became gloomy and depressed.

"Xu Hongdou, are you alright?"

Seeing Xu Hongdou's eyes quickly turn red, Gu Yifan also suppressed his smile and gently comforted her.

Xu Hongdou shook her head and wiped away her tears with the back of her hand. "I just feel it's all too sudden. Nanxing was so young, so sunny and energetic."

"Don't worry, she'll definitely get better."

Before Xu Hongdou could finish speaking, Gu Yifan interrupted her and stepped forward to offer her a tissue.

Xu Hongdou looked up and met Gu Yifan's resolute gaze.

Her pretty face flushed red.

"Thanks."

"Well, if you still want to cry, I can lend you my arm, but not my shoulder."

"Pfft, not for now, thank you~" Xu Hongdou's emotions came suddenly, but she had already exploded several times before, so she managed to suppress them.

"You've come here to see a joke."

"A joke? No way. A beautiful woman with tears streaming down her face, like a pear blossom in the rain, is so pitiful that it's hard to call it a joke."

Gu Yifan helped pick up the luggage bag. "Let's go, get in the car first."

"Hmm," Xu Hongdou looked at Gu Yifan's back and suddenly felt that she should find a boyfriend.

At least there's someone to rely on.

When she arrived at the car, Xu Hongdou composed herself and exclaimed in surprise, "Wow, a Porsche!"

"But why is it a four-seater? Aren't all Porsches sports cars?"

Gu Yifan opened the trunk. "Manager Xu's taste needs to be improved. This model is a new one released this year."

"It must be expensive, but I can handle it, it's okay." Xu Hongdou struggled to lift the suitcase and put it heavily into the trunk.

Gu Yifan was speechless.

Sister, I'm not trying to help you, I'm just worried you'll scratch the car paint.

"More than two million," Gu Yifan replied, closing the trunk.

Xu Hongdou's eyes widened for a moment, clearly shocked by the number.

But then she thought of Gu Yifan's status and felt relieved. "At this price, I would have to work hard for more than ten years to afford it."

Xu Hongdou's salary is considered high among ordinary people, but it is still far less than that of truly wealthy people.

"This is the company's business vehicle. I only have a Mercedes. I recently lent it to a friend to go sightseeing, so I have to drive this one."

Gu Yifan shrugged when he heard Xu Hongdou sigh.

What he said was true, but since the company was his, it didn't really matter.

Xu Hongdou hesitated for a second when choosing between the front passenger seat and the back seat, but finally opened the front passenger door and sat down.

As Xu Hongdou approached Gu Yifan, a faint, unfamiliar yet pleasant fragrance wafted into her nostrils.

She subconsciously took another sniff.

I felt a wave of relief and relaxed.

Where is this fragrance coming from? Inside the car, or from Gu Yifan himself.
But this smells so good, it gives me a feeling of wind blowing through wheat fields.
Xu Hongdou was in a daze, even forgetting to recall Yifan's words, and sat there blankly.

After a while.

"Xu Hongdou? Hongdou?"

"Oh, I'm sorry." Xu Hongdou suddenly realized that she had been spacing out and almost fell asleep.

"What kind of air freshener do you use in your car? It smells really nice," Xu Hongdou asked softly.

"Aromatherapy? I've never used it before," Gu Yifan replied casually.

"How could that be?" Xu Hongdou didn't believe it, but after looking around, she couldn't find any car air fresheners, which surprised her.

But where does this fragrance lingering around my nose come from?
Suddenly, a bold idea flashed through Xu Hongdou's mind: Could it be the fragrance on Gu Yifan's body?
Moreover, this is definitely not perfume; Xu Hongdou is absolutely certain of that.

"So you're wearing perfume?" Xu Hongdou thought to herself, and then smiled deliberately.

But Gu Yifan turned to Xu Hongdou with a half-smile, saying, "There's no perfume either. Perhaps you're mistaken."

Xu Hongdou didn't believe it. Surely Gu Yifan, a grown man, didn't have a natural body odor, right? She didn't.

After a moment, Gu Yifan spoke again.

"You didn't come to me just to ask me to be your driver and take you to the hospital, did you?"

"No, no, no." Xu Hongdou finally remembered the important matter, sat up straighter, and curiously tilted her head to look at Gu Yifan. "I want to ask, how did you know that Nanxing had health problems?"

"Well," Gu Yifan pondered.

Seeing this, Xu Hongdou quickly added, "I was just asking casually. I should thank you for reminding me, otherwise the consequences might have been more serious."

Gu Yifan smiled and said, "There's nothing I can't say. I'm quite interested in traditional Chinese medicine. Traditional Chinese medicine is all about observation, listening, questioning, and palpation."

As he spoke, Gu Yifan glanced at Xu Hongdou and asked, "Are you a little anemic? Did your period just end?"

Xu Hongdou was shocked, "You could tell that?"

“It’s the magic of traditional Chinese medicine,” Gu Yifan replied.

Xu Hongdou believed this. Her grandfather was a traditional Chinese medicine doctor who had practiced medicine for decades and cured countless patients.

Unfortunately, Xu Hongdou passed away a few years ago when she was twenty-six years old, leaving her with a family heirloom.

It's actually just a bead, but it's said to protect her health and ward off disasters.

Xu Hongdou was then taken to Shanghai.
(End of this chapter)