This trick really works!

Lu Yao gave him a thumbs up!

Li Muyan suppressed his excitement and stared at the comment for a long time, unable to suppress the upward curve of his lips.

He didn't reply to Lu Yao; he needed to put on an act, but he couldn't be too deliberate.

Since this method was effective, his doubts about Li Chongguang lessened considerably. He decided to delve deeper into the subject and was determined to learn the essence of the "male bodhisattva" and "male mother" roles.

Did he also order a few pretty brooches or waist chains to wear?

*

Lu Yao had no idea that her casual "like" had completely opened the door to a new world for Li Muyan.

Saturday was the day she and Zhou Jinlu went to see Dr. Fang Huai again, and Fu Ciyan accompanied her as always.

Xie Linyu is still filming in the "Temptation of Wife" crew. The third season is about to wrap up filming, and the scenes are very tight these days.

Seeing Lu Yao appear on time again, Zhou Jinlu felt a surge of warmth in his heart: "Miss Lu Yao, I'm troubling you again."

"Mr. Zhou, you're too kind. How have you been these past few days?"

"I'm fine, thank you for your concern." Zhou Jinlu remained polite, and neither he nor Lu Yao mentioned the 'kiss' from that day.

Dr. Fang Huai greeted Lu Yao with a smile: "Good morning, Miss Lu Yao. You look great today."

Lu Yao smiled and said, "Thank you, Dr. Fang. I've had a good rest these past few days."

Fang Huai nodded and turned to Zhou Jinlu: "Shall we begin?"

Zhou Jinlu nodded slightly, his gaze falling on Lu Yao, his light brown eyes filled with tenderness.

Lu Yao met his gaze, smiled at him, and walked to the single sofa by the window to sit down in a relaxed posture.

Zhou Jinlu began to speak. This time, he was in much better condition than before. When he recounted how his mother told everyone that he was the son of a servant, his face was only slightly pale, and he was able to control his emotions very well.

But as time went by, he recounted that just when he thought his mother simply didn't like children and treated all children the same, the way she doted on and spoiled his friend's daughter completely shattered his heart.

Zhou Jinlu's voice stopped abruptly. He got up and quickly went into the bathroom in the clinic. As he closed the door, Lu Yao heard an uncontrollable vomiting sound coming from inside, as if his internal organs were being churned up.

Lu Yao subconsciously stood up, her gaze falling on the closed bathroom door, her brows furrowing slightly.

Fang Huai sighed softly and explained in a low voice, "This is a stress response caused by traumatic memory. As his memory deepens, this stress response will become more severe. His mother's attitude towards other people's daughters is in stark contrast to what he experienced. This realization has been devastating to him. However, the fact that he can talk about it now is a good sign."

Lu Yao pursed her lips, finally unable to hold back her question: "Won't this painful treatment method harm his body?"

Fang Huai looked at the concern on Lu Yao's face and smiled faintly: "This is something he has to go through. Using pain to relieve pain is already a very gentle method. Once he is cured, the shadow in his heart will be completely swept away, and he can become a normal person again."

"Miss Lu Yao actually cares about him a lot, doesn't she?"

Upon hearing this question, Lu Yao paused, then subconsciously replied, "President Zhou has treated me very well. Even as an ordinary friend, I would feel sorry for him seeing him in such pain."

"Miss Lu Yao is right." Fang Huai didn't continue the topic; some things are best left unsaid.

Besides, Lu Yao and Zhou Jinlu were able to get to that point because it was not something he, as an outsider, could interfere with.

The sounds in the bathroom gradually subsided, and after a while, the door was finally pushed open.

Zhou Jinlu came out, his face pale and almost bloodless, with cold sweat on his forehead and his eyes red from vomiting.

He looked up and met Lu Yao's concerned gaze. He forced a smile, wanting to say something, but found his voice stuck in his throat.

Without hesitation, Lu Yao got up and walked over, stopping in front of him.

"Zhou Jinlu," she called softly.

Zhou Jinlu lowered his eyes but didn't look at her. If he could, he didn't want her to see him in such a disheveled state.

The next second, a pair of hands gently wrapped around his waist.

Zhou Jinlu's body stiffened abruptly.

Lu Yao gently embraced him without saying a word, simply holding him quietly and patting his shoulder.

Zhou Jinlu's heart skipped a beat for a moment, then began to pound wildly.

He could clearly feel the warmth emanating from her body and her faint, sweet fragrance.

After a few seconds, he slowly raised his hand, hesitated, and finally gently placed it on her shoulder and back, his fingertips trembling slightly.

He didn't use any force, he just gently placed it on his arm.

"It's alright now." Lu Yao's voice was soft but gentle. "It's all in the past. None of this was your fault. Don't doubt yourself, Zhou Jinlu. You didn't do anything wrong. You're fine, very fine."

Zhou Jinlu's Adam's apple bobbed violently.

He buried his face in the crook of her shoulder, his breath rapid and hot.

Fang Huai sat quietly to the side, not making a sound to disturb them, but with a smile in his eyes.

It took a long time for Zhou Jinlu's body to gradually relax.

He slowly released his grip, took a step back, and said in a hoarse voice, "Thank you."

Lu Yao smiled and gently shook her head: "You're welcome, you did a great job."

Zhou Jinlu's ears turned slightly red, and he looked a little uncomfortable, but he still responded softly.

Fang Huai noticed Zhou Jinlu's awkwardness and broke the silence with a smile: "Jinlu did well today, so let's end today's treatment here. The next treatment will still be in a week."

Lu Yao nodded and prepared to leave.

Zhou Jinlu subconsciously reached out his hand: "Wait, did General Fu come with you today?"

Lu Yao paused slightly, then nodded: "Yes, he's outside. Did President Zhou need him for something?"

"No." Zhou Jinlu coughed lightly. "It's just that if it's convenient, I would like to invite Miss Lu Yao and General Fu to a casual meal to thank them for their kindness."

Unexpectedly, that was his intention. Lu Yao smiled and said, "No need to be so polite, President Zhou, this..."

"No, this is just a small token of my appreciation." Zhou Jinlu interrupted her, his tone sincere. "You've come to accompany me for treatment every week during this time, and General Fu has personally seen me off each time, even waiting outside. I appreciate this kindness. I just wanted to treat you to a meal; there's nothing else to it."

Seeing his serious expression, Lu Yao had no choice but to nod and not refuse again: "Alright, then we won't stand on ceremony. Dr. Fang Huai, shall we go together?"

Fang Huai smiled and shook his head: "I won't go. I have patients with appointments later. You guys enjoy your meal."

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