Rural Little Miracle Doctor: Starting in the Provincial Capital

Chapter 26 Rumors Fill the City, Hearts Burn with Anger

Chapter 26 Rumors Fill the City, Hearts Burn with Anger

[First paragraph]

The gossip in Qinglong Town started as soon as the sun rose high in the sky.

In teahouses, at the entrance of alleys, on the mudflats, wherever people gather, they can't stop talking about Wu Meiniang and Chen Shanhe.

"Have you seen that? Wu Meiniang goes to the Divine Turtle Temple every day, until the sun sets!"

"That's not seeing a doctor, she's clearly fallen for the young doctor, she's completely bewitched!"

"Which man in town wouldn't want to be near her? But she's got nothing but eyes for Chen Shanhe!"

"That young doctor is strong, handsome, and good-looking; I'd be captivated too!"

A few rough words sparked a burst of laughter, making everyone's faces flush and their hearts race.

Su Wanjing walked past the street corner with her shopping basket in hand, and the gossip she heard was like needles pricking her ears.

She paused, her face flushed crimson, and her fingers gripped the basketball strap so tightly that her knuckles turned white.

The old woman selling needles and thread next to her winked at her, her voice low:

"Wanjing, you're Shanhe's lawfully wedded fiancée, you'd better keep a close eye on her. With Meiniang's figure and eyes, men would be smitten with her. Your brother Shanhe is young, he can't handle it!"

Another aunt chimed in, "That woman has a lot of tricks up her sleeve. She uses both soft and hard tactics; what man could escape her grasp? If you don't hurry, you'll regret it later!"

Su Wanjing's lips trembled, and she couldn't utter a single word. She kept her head down and walked quickly forward.

Her chest felt hot and tight, as if a ball of fire was burning inside, making her feel restless all over.

She knew Wu Meiniang's methods better than anyone else. A single "little brother" could melt your heart, and a single glance could be alluring; even the toughest man could melt.

If they keep getting together like this every few days, even if Chen Shanhe were a piece of raw iron, he would be melted.

Back home, she lay down on the kang (a heated brick bed), staring at the roof beams, not sleepy at all.

The moment he closed his eyes, he saw Wu Meiniang smiling close to Chen Shanhe, and he tossed and turned, his body burning with fever.

Love, fear, jealousy, and shame twisted together, surging wildly in my heart.

She sat up abruptly, biting her lip, her eyes filled with fierceness.

If we wait any longer, Brother Shanhe will really belong to someone else.

[Second paragraph]

The next day, just as noon was breaking, Wu Meiniang reappeared at the entrance of the Divine Turtle Temple.

Before she even entered the room, her soft voice drifted in.

"Brother Shanhe, Little Brother Shanhe—Sister is here again."

Chen Shanhe was grinding herbs when he heard the sound. His wrist jerked suddenly, and the stone mill slipped in the trough.

Wu Meiniang pushed open the door and came in with a satisfied smile on her face. She walked straight up to him without taking a single step around him.

"After you massaged me like that yesterday, I slept so soundly last night. My back didn't ache, my stomach didn't feel cold, and I felt light all over."

Her eyes sparkled, and her tone became sweet and affectionate: "Good little brother, give your sister another massage today to solidify things up. From now on, your sister will remember your kindness every day and never forget you."

Chen Shanhe frowned slightly, and was about to speak when he said, "I just had it done yesterday, there's no need to do it so frequently..."

Before she could finish speaking, Wu Meiniang had already turned and walked towards the bedside.

Her movements were swift and decisive, without the slightest hesitation; with a flick of her skirt, she lay down on her back.

She gently pulled her clothes together, revealing a section of her smooth belly, and looked up at Chen Shanhe with a smile on her lips, as if she had him completely under her thumb.

"Come quickly, little brother Shanhe, everything is ready. We're here to heal and save lives, what are you refusing for?"

Chen Shanhe stood there, his Adam's apple bobbing.

I can't refuse, I can't avoid it, and my identity as a doctor is what it is. If word gets out, I'll just be accused of discriminating against female customers.

He took a deep breath, suppressed his racing thoughts, and walked over step by step.

But every step felt like stepping on a taut string, making my heart tremble.

[Third paragraph]

Chen Shanhe rubbed his palms together to warm them, and as soon as they landed on Wu Meiniang's waist, she softly hummed in agreement.

She shifted her body slightly, her eyes closed gently, her expression soft and alluring, her eyelashes fluttering softly.

He dared not think too much, but focused intently on pressing down, applying even pressure, his eyes fixed on one spot, not daring to glance around or look down.

Wu Meiniang suddenly spoke, her voice not loud, but it clearly reached his ears.

"Brother Shanhe, your fiancée Su Wanjing is growing more and more beautiful, with delicate features and a great figure."

Chen Shanhe paused.

"You're so lucky to have such a beautiful fiancée; so many people would envy that."

Wu Meiniang slowly opened her eyes, staring intently at him, a playful smile on her lips. "Compared to her, who is more beautiful? Who is more to your liking?"

Chen Shanhe's throat tightened, his lips pressed into a straight line, and he didn't dare to reply.

"Even if you don't tell me, my sister already knows."

She chuckled softly, arching her back slightly as she deliberately pressed her palm closer to his. "Otherwise, I wouldn't come here every day, ignoring all the other men in town, and only revolve around you."

Just outside the door, Su Wanjing came over with the medicine. She heard this sentence clearly as soon as she got to the window.

She froze, and the bowl in her hand clattered against the doorframe.

She was completely unaware that the medicinal soup inside was spilling out and scalding her fingers.

I felt a pang in my heart, and my eyes instantly welled up with tears.

Wu Meiniang is openly provoking her and trying to steal her man.

Chen Shanhe, who was inside the room, also heard the commotion outside the door. His expression changed slightly, and his movements became unsteady, with his strength increasing.

[Paragraph 4]

Wu Meiniang seemed not to hear the strange noise outside the window, and instead relaxed even more, deliberately letting out a soft pant.

"Brother Shanhe, press down a bit more, the blockages are all accumulated down there, it won't feel comfortable unless you massage them out."

She softened her voice, deliberately teasing, "Only you are willing to take good care of my body. I won't let anyone else touch me."

Chen Shanhe was tense all over, his heart was pounding so hard it felt like it would burst out of his chest, and his hand was suspended in mid-air, caught in a dilemma.

He could feel the warmth and softness of the woman beneath him, smell her warm fragrance, and hear her alluring whispers in his ear.

Su Wanjing was still outside the door. He was sweating profusely, desperately trying to suppress the surging heat in his heart, and beads of sweat dripped down his chin.

Wu Meiniang suddenly chuckled softly, deliberately raising her voice by half a point:

"It seems Miss Wanjing has arrived. Why don't we invite her in so she can come and see for herself? She can learn how to serve a man and how to take care of her body."

Chen Shanhe's expression changed, and he abruptly withdrew his hand, taking a step back in a hoarse voice.

"Madam, that's enough for today!"

Wu Meiniang slowly sat up, straightened her clothes, and looked at him with a smile.

"What's the rush? Little brother Shanhe, your sister hasn't had enough yet."

She stood up and approached him step by step, her breath almost touching his face. "Don't worry, I have plenty of time to wear you down. You can run away one day, but you can't hide the whole time."

Su Wanjing, standing outside the window, could no longer hold back her tears. She turned around, covered her face, and ran away.

She had only one thought in her mind—

If we don't take the initiative soon, Brother Shanhe will really be snatched away by Wu Meiniang.