This person is clearly a male protagonist in a female-oriented novel, yet he is excessively lucid.

Subsequently, under Yu Chenzhou's arrangement, Chen Xiaoxiao, accompanied by her assistant, underwent a targeted vocal cord examination.

Waiting for the test results to come out fresh.

Holding a stack of reports, Yu Chenzhou led the core ENT team in the office to review each report for Chen Xiaoxiao.

They ultimately finalized a comprehensive and highly targeted treatment plan, with detailed risk avoidance guidelines for each step.

The group then moved to the joint treatment conference room.

The huge projection screen lit up, and Yu Chenzhou, a stroboscopic examination report held between his fingers, calmly focused his gaze on the clear image of the vocal cords on the screen. Occasionally, his fingertips lightly tapped the table, and he spoke in a calm, even tone:

"The left vocal cord groove is 0.8 mm deep, the mucosa is extremely thin, and there is slight fibrosis. It is a combination of congenital developmental insufficiency and acquired damage from overuse of the voice."

Chen Xiaoxiao had heard Yu Chenzhou's words countless times from other doctors, and those similar words had already etched deep anxiety into her heart.

She lowered her eyes slightly, her long eyelashes casting a small shadow beneath them, and did not interrupt.

She simply sat there quietly, her hands clasped together on her knees, waiting for Yu Chenzhou to give her the direction for further treatment.

"The proposed surgical plan is to perform micro-filling of the postauricular fascia and mucosal flap relocation."

Yu Chenzhou's voice remained steady, yet carried an undeniable professional confidence.

"I am absolutely confident that I can preserve what little healthy mucous membrane tissue you have left."

But Ms. Chen, you should be well aware that your vocal cords are in extremely poor condition, and this is currently the only surgical opportunity available medically.

The word "unique" struck Chen Xiaoxiao's heart like two heavy hammers, making her gasp for breath and feel a tightness in her chest.

Chen Xiaoxiao took a deep breath, suppressing the bitterness churning in her throat, her voice extremely soft, yet carrying a resolute determination like that of someone who had burned their bridges:

"Dr. Yu, I can't afford to gamble."

My voice is my life, the foundation of my existence, and my future depends entirely on it. If the surgery fails…

She couldn't finish her sentence; a lump in her throat blocked her vocal cords.

But the overwhelming worry and fear in her eyes had already revealed the terrible consequences of "loss".

As one of the most sought-after and talented artists today, her concert tickets always sell out instantly when they go on sale.

The endorsement contracts with major brands made it impossible for her to afford the possibility of losing their support.

Yu Chenzhou nodded gently, clearly understanding her concerns completely.

All he could do was push a clearly printed pre-operative preparation checklist in front of her, tap the paper with his fingertip, and say:

"The preparation process must be strictly followed; not a single step can be wrong, as each step directly affects the success rate of the surgery."

First, you need to remain completely silent for the next seven days. It would be best to be admitted to the hospital and receive specialized care and treatment.

"Seven days?"

Chen Xiaoxiao's beautiful almond-shaped eyes widened slightly, and she looked stunned.

After all, unless someone is mute, going seven days without speaking or making any sound is an extremely agonizing experience.

But that wasn't the part that was most difficult for her to accept.

"Can't I say anything at all? And is hospitalization mandatory?"

"It's a complete silence, not even a whisper is allowed."

Yu Chenzhou's tone was firm, leaving no room for negotiation.

"Because your vocal cord mucosa is currently in a state of mild edema and inflammation."

Moreover, only with hospitalization can I monitor your vocal cord recovery in real time using professional equipment and adjust the care plan as needed;

In addition, I will arrange for a nurse to give you budesonide nebulizer treatments twice a day at regular intervals to precisely reduce local inflammation and edema.

After speaking, Yu Chenzhou paused, seemingly considering her convenience, and added:

"During these seven days, you can only communicate with people by writing on a whiteboard or typing on your mobile phone, and your assistant will accompany you throughout the process to handle your daily affairs."

In addition, you need to be mentally prepared, as your condition is quite complex and the entire treatment cycle will take at least six months.

The first 1-2 weeks after surgery is the acute recovery period. During this period, it is also necessary to strictly refrain from speaking to minimize vocal cord vibration and avoid displacement of the filler or aggravation of mucosal edema.

At the same time, continue to use nebulized inhalation therapy to reduce inflammation in the throat, and perform simple breathing exercises under the guidance of medical staff. Remember, you must not make any sound during this period.

The first 1-3 months after surgery are the critical recovery period. Two weeks after surgery, you can start speaking softly after being evaluated by your doctor. Gradually transition from monosyllabic words and short sentences, and avoid high-pitched, long sentences and loud talking throughout the process.

Starting one month after surgery, patients need to undergo systematic training under the one-on-one guidance of a professional voice therapist, including vocal cord relaxation training, breath control training, and high-note vocal exercises.

The core purpose is to correct your long-standing incorrect vocal habits developed before the surgery.

The full recovery period is 3-6 months after surgery. Under normal circumstances, the vocal cord closure function can be basically restored about 3 months after surgery, and you can try to produce mid-to-high-pitched voices.

However, it usually takes 6 months or even longer to fully recover to the pre-operative high-pitched ability and reach peak vocal performance.

The specific recovery effect will depend on your cooperation during training and the basic condition of your vocal cords.

After fully explaining the treatment plan that he and the ENT doctors had discussed and revised repeatedly, Yu Chenzhou looked up at Chen Xiaoxiao and her agent and continued:

"Therefore, to ensure the surgery goes smoothly, it is best for you to stay in the hospital for the next month and rest and recuperate."

Work-related matters must be postponed for now.

You should have been mentally prepared for this before you came, right?

After listening to Yu Chenzhou's words, Chen Xiaoxiao turned to look at her agent.

"I need to consult with the company's senior management immediately."

The agent said with a serious expression, then immediately stood up, quickly walked out of the office, found a quiet corner to make a phone call to report the situation, afraid of missing any crucial information.

Not long after, the agent hurriedly returned.

He pushed open the office door, his steps heavy, and walked up to Yu Chenzhou. His face showed obvious difficulty, and he hesitated for a few seconds before speaking:

"After reviewing the case, the company agreed to follow Dr. Yu's treatment plan, but on one condition—Dr. Yu needs to sign an agreement."

Upon hearing this, Yu Chenzhou thought to himself, "Just as I thought."

However, he didn't show it on his face. Instead, he frowned slightly, glanced at Chen Xiaoxiao beside him who looked equally nervous, and then turned to his agent, asking with obvious doubt in his tone.

"Agreement? What agreement?"

"It's a liability waiver for surgical failure."

The agent lowered his voice even further, clearly knowing that his request was unreasonable.

"Everyone is well aware of the risks of this surgery. As a core artist of the company, if Xiaoxiao's surgery fails and causes problems with her voice, it will cause immeasurable huge losses to the company."

Therefore, the company's shareholders believe that if the surgery fails, Dr. Yu should bear the corresponding responsibility for the losses.

As soon as the agent finished speaking, the ENT doctors in the conference room burst into laughter, their faces showing disbelief.

Some people couldn't help but gasp.

After all these years of practicing medicine, this was the first time they had encountered a situation where doctors were required to sign such an agreement.

Facing the gazes of the crowd, Chen Xiaoxiao looked somewhat embarrassed, and she seemed to guiltily avoid their eyes.

Yu Chenzhou, however, knew very well that she was simply playing along and shifting the blame to the company.

"Alright, let's conclude the consultation meeting here."

Yu Chenzhou then chuckled, his laughter full of sarcasm, and turned to the ENT doctors, speaking gently.

"Everyone, go back to your work. Thank you all for your hard work today. I've wasted half your day. I'll treat you to dinner another day."

As for you, I have other work to attend to, so I won't see you off.

After saying that, he picked up his phone from the table, got up and walked towards the door without looking at Chen Xiaoxiao and her agent again.

As he walked out of the conference room, the mockery on Yu Chenzhou's face gradually faded, leaving only a trace of coldness.

He actually knew that Chen Xiaoxiao's company would make this unreasonable request, but he didn't expect them to be so self-righteous.

Yes, this scene also appears in the original novel. The difference is that, under Chen Xiaoxiao's earnest persuasion, the original owner signed the agreement in order to demonstrate how superb his medical skills were.

Because of this incident, the original owner and Su Qinghuan had a big fight, and their relationship plummeted to its lowest point.

In other words, even Su Qinghuan knew how absurd this agreement was.

After all, it was the other party who begged him to treat their illness, not him who insisted on being treated.

If you don't trust his medical skills, then find someone more capable. Why should the responsibility for surgical risks be forcibly placed on the doctor?

Seeing that Yu Chenzhou left no room for negotiation and simply quit, Chen Xiaoxiao immediately became anxious.

She disregarded her usual elegant demeanor, abruptly stood up, and hurried after Yu Chenzhou's departing figure in her high heels.

"Dr. Yu, wait a minute! Can we talk some more?"

Her voice carried a hint of barely perceptible panic, breaking the previous silence.

Chen Xiaoxiao followed Yu Chenzhou into his office. Seeing him about to sit down, she directly asked him a question, her tone slightly probing:

"Since Dr. Yu has such great confidence in her abilities, whether or not you sign this agreement is irrelevant to you, isn't it?"

Upon hearing this, Yu Chenzhou stopped what he was doing, turned to glance at Chen Xiaoxiao with undisguised contempt in his eyes, and asked in return:

"Whether your illness can be cured or not has nothing to do with me."

Why should I bother to treat you?

"Because I'm the patient, and you're the doctor!"

Chen Xiaoxiao seemed stumped by the question, but then answered confidently, her tone full of self-righteousness.

"You're right, you're the patient, and I'm the doctor."

Yu Chenzhou calmly walked behind his desk, sat down, picked up the water glass on the table, took a sip of tea, and replied in a calm tone.

"That's why I gathered so many ENT specialists to help you study your condition and develop a treatment plan. It's my duty."

But my responsibilities don't mean I have to compromise unconditionally; I have the right to refuse unreasonable requests from patients.

Chen Xiaoxiao's shoulders slumped slightly, a wronged expression appeared on her face, and her voice softened:

"I can promise you anything and will fully cooperate with your treatment, whether it's keeping quiet or canceling my schedule to be hospitalized, I will do it."

"Can't you just back down and agree to sign this agreement?"

"hehe."

Yu Chenzhou let out a soft chuckle, his eyes filled with speechlessness.

"First of all, your cooperation with the treatment is to cure your own illness, and there is no causal relationship between whether or not I sign the agreement."

Secondly, our relationship is purely doctor-patient. I'm not a fan of celebrities, nor do I need to please you. Besides, I already have a girlfriend.

This is why Yu Chenzhou decisively chose Xiao Yilin among the three female leads.

Although Xiao Yilin is completely love-struck, all her thoughts are on herself, and she is completely focused on him.

Su Qinghuan's excessive maternal instincts and Chen Xiaoxiao's deep-seated self-centeredness are things he tries to avoid at all costs.

Chen Xiaoxiao hadn't expected Yu Chenzhou to be so unyielding. She bit her lower lip and, unwilling to give up, continued to persuade him:

"Dr. Yu, let's put the agreement aside."

If you can help me successfully complete this surgery and restore my voice, your medical skills will be recognized by more people, which would be a good thing for you, wouldn't it?

"My abilities do not need to be proven by the affirmation of others."

Yu Chenzhou's tone remained firm, without the slightest wavering.

"In my view, the relationship between doctors and patients is one of equality."

Since you don't trust my medical skills and insist on binding me with an agreement, then go find a doctor you trust, or a doctor willing to sign an agreement, to treat your illness. There's no need to force each other here.

Yu Chenzhou's merciless words completely shattered Chen Xiaoxiao's last glimmer of hope.

Her eyes instantly reddened, glistening with tears, her expression tearful, and her voice trembling with sobs:

"But I really can't afford to gamble... I need this kind of assurance so that I can go into surgery with peace of mind."

If you can't afford to gamble, then don't gamble.

Yu Chenzhou immediately looked away, ignoring her pitiful appearance, his face calm and expressionless.

"I told you, there's no need to force yourself."