The Enhanced Doctor

Chapter 1225: Chapter 1225: Happily Going Visiting

(Thanks to Yang Zhong and Lao Xiong for the monthly ticket encouragement)

The patient with Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome was directly admitted to the cardiology department, so Liu Banxia didn’t bother to worry further and rushed home after work.

Don’t be swayed by the patient’s parents’ hesitation; this surgery must be performed.

There’s only a slight risk, but it will ensure a stable life for the rest of their days. Not doing it could result in sudden ventricular fibrillation from excitement at any time.

That’s also why Xu Guosheng didn’t stay longer; it’s a surgery that must be done, not optional.

No need to persuade further, lest the patient’s parents feel "pressured."

Back home, the dinner was once again sumptuous today.

"I wonder if it’s thanks to Qing Kewa’s influence, we’re getting good food every day," Liu Banxia joked.

"It’s okay, we just research recipes when we have free time. How’s that kid with the ear implant?" Qiaoqiao said with a smile.

"We’ve already completed the first adjustment; it went smoothly. But we’ll need two to three more adjustments to find the best parameters," replied Liu Banxia.

"Why so complicated? Can’t you just adjust the volume?" Qiaoqiao asked curiously.

"It’s complex; it’s not a hearing aid but a direct electrical stimulus, so we need to find the best parameters," Liu Banxia explained.

"But the kid adapted quite well. He was a bit scared the first time he heard sound. Once he grasped that there’s sound in the world, he was very happy."

"Hey, are those crabs from Qing Kewa’s family? I haven’t seen crabs like this before. They seem pretty big. We don’t have this species domestically, do we?"

"These are king crabs that President Qiu brought over. They invited Yueyue for dinner today, so we’re just tagging along to eat," said Qiaoqiao.

"They are quite rare, found only in Australia. They’re indeed large, but I can’t eat much; a little will do for me."

In this regard, she’s quite restrained, for the sake of the two little ones.

Even though they are keen on milk bottles now, Qiaoqiao still ensures they eat. It seems they’ve inherited Liu Banxia’s appetite, with a very good capacity for food.

"We really are benefiting, after dinner we should visit Auntie Yue to express our thanks," suggested Liu Banxia.

"Oh... our relationship with President Qiu’s family is a real mess," Qiaoqiao said helplessly.

Everyone laughed.

It started with Liu Banxia, then spiraled out of control.

"Banxia, how’s Qing Kewa’s second son recovering?" Liu Qingdong asked.

"He’s improving well, walks a bit every morning and evening for exercise. The pathology results will take a few more days, but from what I saw during surgery, it should be fine," Liu Banxia replied.

"That’s great, I can relax too," Liu Qingdong nodded.

"Prognosis is generally good, early detection and treatment are crucial, never delay," Liu Banxia added.

"We received another case today, a 16-year-old boy with Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome. He can’t get excited, a little emotional swing and his heart beats irregularly, leading to ventricular fibrillation."

"His parents are considering the surgery. They’ll probably go ahead. If not, life will be difficult. Emotions are hard to control after all."

"Wow, there really are all kinds of illnesses," Liu Qingdong remarked.

"Oh, Qiaoqiao, is Auntie Tong and Xiaoyu coming over? Did we save any crab for them?" Liu Banxia suddenly asked.

"Yes, it’s in the freezer," Qiao Xuezhi replied with a smile.

"Their flight is tomorrow; Xiaoyu is eagerly waiting. He video calls every day to see the little ones, he can’t get enough,"

He was quite pleased, even though Liu Banxia remembered after opening the crab; at least he remembered in the end.

That’s how a family should be, thinking about each other.

"Dr. Liu, we’ve researched many menus for our New Year’s Eve dinner, but unfortunately you won’t taste it," Qing Kewa said.

"Can’t help it, I’m on duty during the holidays. We can still enjoy many dishes at the hospital; just like last year, everyone picks dishes together," Liu Banxia laughed.

"It’s even expanded this year. Zhou Qiang said he’d rather pay more wages, but must ensure good meals during the holidays."

"Don’t underestimate your hospital’s cafeteria, it should be quite profitable each year," Qiao Xuezhi commented.

"They always claim poverty, yet they sell out daily. Their staff salaries are genuinely comparable to upscale restaurants," Liu Banxia said while scooping a big piece of crab roe for Qiaoqiao.

"But it’s indeed tiring, starting preparations early in the morning, and processing ingredients in advance in the evening."

"Running a restaurant looks profitable, but it’s actually quite tough. Especially when it comes to seafood prep, if it’s not fresh, it just has to be tossed," Qiaoqiao said.

"In many places, even if you see live fish being pulled from the tank, once it’s served, who knows what will happen. Unless you have it killed right there, only then can you be somewhat sure."

"Anyway, with the amount of seasoning used in dishes nowadays, you can’t really tell the difference between frozen and freshly slaughtered seafood. When crabs first arrive, the prices are crazy, and the difference between frozen and fresh live ones is huge."

"Well... there’s a trick to every trade. Just like Dahua BBQ City, I’ve decided I won’t eat barbecue outside unless it’s from someone I know," Liu Banxia said.

The conversation made the meal lively.

It was just idle chatter, talking about whatever came to mind, from everything under the sun to little happenings in the neighborhood.

After the meal, Liu Banxia started dressing the two babies. He promised to take them visiting, so it had to be done.

Seeing him getting ready, Tang Dou and her pups couldn’t sit still either, they all carried their leashes and waited at the door. You can choose not to walk us, but we can walk ourselves.

Liu Banxia pushed the windproof stroller, while Qiaoqiao and Qing Kewa led the Tang Dou family, making for a quite large visiting army.

Sometimes the dogs are really perceptive, seeing Liu Banxia taking a different route than usual walks, they knew they were heading to the Qiu Family to find their playmate Tiggie.

For them, it didn’t matter, as long as they got a stroll around, it was better than anything.

"Wow, I was wondering who could be visiting so late, turns out it’s your whole family,"

Qiu Huaili said with a smile upon seeing them.

"Tagging along to feast on big crabs, I had to come by to thank you," Liu Banxia said seriously.

"Tang Dou, take your kids to play with Tiggie. Doudou, come quickly, your little brothers and sisters are here to see you. Ming Yuan, bring out the good tea, we must have a pot."

"Oh my, this feels just like being at home," Qiu Huaili quipped.

"Regardless, that’s how it’s going to be next, so I just said it outright," Liu Banxia said with a smile.

"Haven’t visited for a while since it’s been busy recently. Visiting is fun anyway, mooching food, drinks, and playtime. Doudou, did you miss your younger siblings?"

"Nope."

Doudou replied honestly, not giving him any face.

"They play at your place all day long, what’s there to miss," Wang Jingxian said with a smile.

"Brother Liu, you seem to have clocked off on time today, otherwise you wouldn’t be here this early," Qiu Mingyuan said.

"I clocked off on time, plus there wasn’t any traffic on the way. As the New Year approaches, many places are closing early for the holidays," Liu Banxia said.

"However, we’ll get busy soon. The more festive it gets, the less we can relax. Usually a minor issue here and there isn’t a big deal, but during the holidays, even small problems get blown out of proportion."

"It’s the same everywhere, during festivals, everything gets more attention," Qiu Huaili said.

"Especially at your hospital, the fire department, and the police station, the busier it gets during this season. Not spending the New Year at home again this year?"

"Not just this year, as long as the duties are there, it’s hard to spend New Year’s at home," Liu Banxia said.

"Whether he’s home or not, we’ve gotten used to it," Qiaoqiao said.

"It’s actually kind of nice, otherwise when he’s home he’ll just be teasing the little ones. Sometimes it drives them crazy, and he’s just laughing on the side."

"Hehe, it’s only during this time I can tease them a bit, once they’re a bit older, there’ll hardly be any chance," Liu Banxia said.

"Our dad said he’s going back after the New Year, aren’t you trying to persuade him?" Qiaoqiao asked.

"Let him be wherever he wants. At home there’s nothing much, meals at restaurants, and chatting with the town’s neighbors about all sorts of things," Liu Banxia said.

"We think the city is great, but he prefers the cozy little happenings at home. Happiness is more important than anything, and when he misses his grandchildren, he’ll come over."

"That’s true, everyone has their own accustomed lifestyle. No matter how good life is here, if you haven’t adapted, it feels uncomfortable," Qiu Huaili said.

"Exactly, even my mom is like that. But she has to help look after the two little ones, otherwise, leaving Qiaoqiao alone wouldn’t be suitable, can’t manage at all in the future," Liu Banxia said.

"Ah... it’s already so busy now, thanks to Qing Kewa and Yanzi for helping. I’m really impressed with Jingxian, raising Doudou so well," Qiaoqiao said with admiration.

"What’s great about that, at first it was quite chaotic too. She wasn’t easy as a kid, so troublesome," Wang Jingxian said.

"It’s just a bit better now, but still requires a lot of attention. She can run around, not being easy at all, who knows where she’ll end up. You guys will have your hands full with the two babies in the future."

Everyone’s gaze turned to Doudou who was playing with the little ones.

Perhaps because they’re all kids, the three little ones were quite fond of each other. When Doudou played with them, the two little ones weren’t fussy.

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