Reborn As Divine Doctor to Rule the World-Chapter 183 - 184: No Choice
Chapter 183: Chapter 184: No Choice
Shao He heard the conversation outside the door and glanced at Pei Huaian lying on the bed, growing even more curious about whether he was truly the child’s biological father.
When Pei Huaian saw that the child was sound asleep and had tucked him in, he got up to leave. Shao He proactively stepped forward to assist him, and they moved around the screen to sit down on the round stools outside.
“Although your leg ailment has healed, further examinations are still needed to see how well you’ve recovered,” she said.
“Alright,” Pei Huaian answered without much thought.
Shao He pursed her lips and smiled hurriedly, taking out the prepared blood-drawing tools. Pei Huaian, seeing what she was holding, abruptly stood up and backed away.
A look of surprise appeared on his face as he asked, “What is this…”
“It’s for drawing blood; it’s a good opportunity for a comprehensive physical examination,” Shao He explained, her smile fading in resignation as she saw his reaction.
Seeing this, Pei Huaian shook his head repeatedly, “I suddenly feel that my leg hasn’t been hurting recently, so there shouldn’t be any problems. Every part of my body is very healthy, definitely no issues.”
“It’s safer to do a blood test.”
Shao He stepped forward, not willing to miss such a great opportunity.
“No, I’m not like Chu Yu; I don’t have any disorders, nor am I incapable, so you don’t need to worry,” Pei Huaian said with firm conviction.
In his view, Shao He’s reason for wanting to draw his blood was simply because she suspected some inadequacy in him, a great insult to any man. Naturally, he was unwilling to admit it and even more reluctant to undergo a blood test.
Shao He did not expect his reaction to be so intense. She placed the items on the table, reassuring him in an extremely calm voice, “Drawing blood doesn’t hurt. It’s not as terrible as you imagine.”
As they argued, Pei Huaian felt a sudden discomfort in his leg. Before he could react, his body leaned to the side, but thankfully, Shao He quickly steadied him.
Feeling the touch on his arm, Pei Huaian looked down to see his arm on Shao He’s shoulder. The two of them were very close, the air filled with each other’s scent, making one’s cheeks flush and heart race.
“Cough…” Shao He coughed lightly, supporting him to a chair and massaging his legs to ease the pain.
Pei Huaian slightly lifted his gaze, watching her earnest expression, and his ears turned faintly red.
An hour later, Pei Huaian felt his leg was no longer as painful, but another area felt a bit uncomfortable.
Looking up, Shao He noticed his furrowed brow, reached out to his knee, and gently massaged his leg, asking, “Any better?”
Pei Huaian instinctively grabbed her hand, the warm touch from her palm stiffening his body as he savored the soft, smooth feel of her hand, his heart thumping wildly.
Looking up at the woman close by, her clear, sincere eyes full of concern mirrored the ones he had seen in his dreams. Though the memory wasn’t sharp because he always woke up too soon.
“Does it hurt a lot?” Noticing his unusual reaction, Shao He asked again.
Pei Huaian suddenly came to his senses, releasing her hand, “No, it’s nothing.”
Seeing sweat on his forehead, Shao He took the embroidered handkerchief and wiped it for him. Watching her focused appearance accelerated his heartbeat, and he dared not meet her eyes.
After wiping his forehead, Shao He folded the handkerchief neatly and tucked it into her sleeve.
Pei Huaian’s gaze lingered on her, his eyes growing deep and still, like a calm pond, though an observant person could notice something was off.
After a while, Pei Huaian diverted his eyes and spoke faintly, “Thank you.”
“You’re welcome,” Shao He smiled lightly.
The two fell into an awkward silence again.
A moment later, a hurried knocking came from outside. Ah Mo entered, and seeing both masters inside, quickly approached, whispering, “Your Highness, Princess Ninghe is here.”
“Just send her away,” Pei Huaian said coldly after glancing at Shao He.
Ah Mo looked troubled, “Master, you know the temperament of Princess Ninghe. If she can’t see you, she might turn the Fifth Prince’s Mansion upside down.”
“Let her make a fuss; just say the prince is busy tonight and won’t be coming back,” Pei Huaian said, clearly irritated now.
Standing beside him, Shao He suggested, “Perhaps it’s something important. Maybe you should go back and see.”
“Then I’ll head back first; you should rest early,” Pei Huaian said reluctantly as he left.
Watching him leave, Shao He recalled what Pei Siyang had said during the day. Princess Ninghe and Pei Huaian were well-matched. If The Emperor insisted on issuing a decree for their marriage, he probably wouldn’t have any leeway to refuse.
She knew very well the consequences of defying an Imperial Decree, causing her normally calm heart to stir once again.
She placed a hand over her chest, not understanding what was happening to her, why the thought of Pei Huaian with another woman made her feel uneasy and uncomfortable.
“How can Miss let the Fifth Prince meet Princess Ninghe, this…”
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Qingxia stepped forward but was abruptly pulled aside by Qing Shan, “You shouldn’t meddle in Miss’s matters, just focus on your own duties.”
“Sister, can’t you see there’s something unusual between Miss and the Fifth Prince! It’s just that those involved are blindsided, while we can see clearly from the side.”
Qingxia, frantic with worry, wished she could rush in and ask their mistress what she truly knew about her feelings.
