Chapter 437 - Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Chapter 437 of "Peach Blossom Divine Medical God" kicks off revealing secrets: Based on what Chen Yang currently knew about the old man, he was definitely not... Keep reading!
Based on what Chen Yang currently knew about the old man, he was definitely not someone prone to gambling or squandering money.
He was even quite thrifty.
This could be seen from his diligent management of the night snack shop.
Chen Yang genuinely couldnât understand why such a person would borrow money.
And since the night snack shop was doing very well, why would there be a shortage of money?
âAh.â
Upon hearing Chen Yang ask such a question, the old man immediately let out a deep sigh.
âItâs a long story, letâs go inside and talk instead of standing out here where itâs hard to explain everything in a short time,â said the old man, his expression complex as he gestured for Chen Yang to come into the shop.
Seeing the old manâs demeanor, Chen Yang knew there must be some serious issue behind this.
âAlright, letâs go inside and talk.â
So, Chen Yang followed the old man inside.
He walked into a small room while leaving the outside area to be managed by Xiao Cui.
Long Biao and his groupâs earlier disruption had impacted the whole night snack shop, causing many customers to flee.
The mess left behind needed cleaning, and then they had to reopen for business.
âBoss Chen, the reason I went to Long Biao to borrow money was all for Xiao Cuiâs mother,â the old man said as he entered the small room and sighed deeply.
Chen Yang was startled when he heard this.
âXiao Cuiâs mother?â
âYes, itâs all for her mom.â
The old manâs expression grew complicated, and his eyes slowly began to well up with tears.
âA year ago, Xiao Cuiâs mother was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosisâŚ
Although she has been on medication at the hospital throughout this year, thereâs been no improvement in her condition, and now her entire lower body is completely paralyzed,â he continued, becoming tearful.
Since Chen Yang had known the old man, he was usually cheerful at every meeting.
Only occasionally would he frown, and seeing the old man like this, Chen Yang couldnât help but feel pity for him.
âSo, you borrowed the money for Xiao Cuiâs motherâs treatment?â
Chen Yang guessed.
The old man nodded, âExactly, I turned to Long Biao for a loan out of desperation.
Although my night snack shopâs business is good and earns quite a bit every day, itâs still too little for Xiao Cuiâs motherâs medical condition.â
âA month ago, I borrowed money from Long Biao because the hospital said a very skilled doctor had come who could potentially cure Xiao Cuiâs mother.â
âBut the medical expenses were too pricey, and I couldnât come up with the money at the time, so thatâs why I borrowed from him.
I initially thought that half a million would suffice if we economized, but who would have thought that now eight hundred thousand is needed!â
The old manâs expression was filled with sorrow, making him seem several years older in just a moment.
Chen Yangâs heart felt heavy watching him.
At the same time, he finally understood why the old man was so fearful of Wang Laosi.
He was terrified that Wang would cut off his lobster supply.
Apparently, the old man and Xiao Cui didnât open the night snack shop purely to make money but because they needed it for Xiao Cuiâs motherâs medical treatment!
Feeling deep sympathy, Chen Yang patted the old manâs shoulder a few times to comfort him.
âOld man, the past is past, worrying wonât help.â
The old man choked up a bit, forcefully holding back his tears.
âYouâre right, Mr.
Chen.
Since it has already happened, moping is pointless.
I must continue with what needs to be done, and the money that needs to be paid must still be paid,â said the old man, nodding his head.
Seeing the old man like this, Chen Yang really felt quite distressed.
After a moment of thought, he said, âOld man, we might as well be friends by now, and I canât just stand by if youâre in trouble.
Take me to the hospital to see her, maybe I can cure Xiao Cuiâs motherâs amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.â
Chen Yang stood up, speaking in a very calm tone.
Upon hearing this, the old man was taken aback, then shook his head, âMr.
Chen, I really appreciate your kindness, but Xiao Cuiâs motherâs amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is very severe.
Even the medical experts from the province couldnât cure it; how could you possibly have the means?â
Tears were still in the old manâs eyes, but Chen Yang could see the confusion in his gaze, the kind that didnât know what to do next.
âOld man, thatâs a bit dismissive of you, isnât it?
Just because the doctors in the province couldnât cure you, you assume I canât either?â
Chen Yang said with a smile.
The old man was taken aback, looking up at Chen Yang, âYouâre not a doctor, how can you treat illnesses?â
Chen Yang smiled indifferently, âHow do you know Iâm not a doctor?
Besides knowing that I sell crayfish, do you really know me?â
âThisâŚâ
With that remark, Chen Yang had the old man speechless.
He indeed didnât know Chen Yang well and was completely unaware of Chen Yangâs medical skills.
Yet despite this, he still lacked confidence in Chen Yang.
However, since Chen Yang expressed his desire to take a look, he couldnât refuse and nodded his head.
âAlright, since you are a doctor, letâs go take a look,â the old man said, wiping the mist from his eyes, and stood up with Chen Yang.
Then they walked out together.
After leaving the room, the old man greeted Xiao Cui, telling her to take good care of the store as he was going out with Chen Yang.
After the event just now, Xiao Cui still had tear marks on her face.
âMm hmm, Dad, go ahead.
I can look after the store by myself.â
Xiao Cui nodded, her gaze stealthily sneaking a few looks at Chen Yang.
Afterward, the old man left the nighttime food stall with Chen Yang and got into Chen Yangâs van.
âWhich hospital?â
âThe county central hospital.â
The old man replied.
Chen Yang was silent, took out the keys, and started the car.
About ten minutes later, they arrived at the county central hospital.
After parking the car, they entered a hospital room following the old man.
The room was dark and very quiet.
Only a faint beeping sound from some medical equipment was audible.
After entering the room, the old man switched on the light, and Chen Yang saw an elderly woman lying on the hospital bed.
Her face was covered with a breathing mask, but she still bore a slight resemblance to Xiao Cui.
âThis is my wife, Xiao Cuiâs mother,â
said the old man, looking distressed.
âMm.â
Chen Yang responded with a hum and then immediately walked up to the bedside.
Although he hadnât examined her yet, just by glancing at her, Chen Yang knew Xiao Cuiâs mother was exhibiting the very typical signs of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
The body would gradually become stiff until eventually, she would turn into a complete vegetative state.
Xiao Cuiâs mother was nearly at that stage now.
Most of her body was already numb and stiff.
âThe most typical amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, indeed a tricky situation to handle,â
said Chen Yang after observing her for a few moments.
By then, the old man had also moved to the bedside.
âOf course, how could it not be troublesome if itâs this difficult?
From the onset a year ago to now, surely millions have been spent, yet nothing has improved,â
the old man said, his expression exceedingly complex.
Although Chen Yang hadnât experienced such a situation, he could somewhat understand the old manâs feelings.
âThat million is indeed somewhat regrettable, but not entirely wasted.
At least there was some effect.
If it werenât for the hospitalâs proactive treatment, Xiao Cuiâs mother could have already turned into a vegetative state, by which point it really would be too late.â
Chen Yang made a simple analysis of Xiao Cuiâs mother by observing her physical characteristics and some of the medical equipment surrounding her.
After the analysis, Chen Yang smiled at the old man, âBut consider yourselves lucky, running into me at this crucial moment.â