Chapter 162

Chapter 162: Chapter 161 Xiao Ya’s mother was suffering from a terminal illness, a kind that current medical technology still could not cure. Ye Tianchen couldn’t think of a better solution, so he could only ask Dean Lin to tell Xiao Ya a kind lie, which was that with conservative treatment, Xiao Ya’s mother could live for more than another ten years, giving Xiao Ya some peace of mind.

Cancer, while very difficult to cure in this era, was not so difficult in the apocalypse. The simplest and most direct method was to find a Superpower User with exceptional Healing type medical superpower skills, who could use their superpowers to eliminate all cancer cells, rejuvenate the diseased area, and completely cure the patient.

Unfortunately, in this era, Ye Tianchen had yet to discover a Superpower User with healing abilities. Such Superpower Users were treasures in the apocalypse, let alone in the present. Ye Tianchen was plagued with headaches, wondering where he could find such a powerful healer with superpowers.

Leaning on the sports car seat, Ye Tianchen was smoking without saying a word, and Ling Yuxun was also silent. The two seemed to have an unspoken understanding at that moment. It was no longer about joking and teasing, but both were quiet, worrying about Xiao Ya’s situation.

Ye Tianchen was so dedicated to helping Xiao Ya for a simple and direct reason, she looked very similar to the woman he loved most in the apocalypse and also shared similar personality traits. In the apocalypse, the woman Ye Tianchen deeply loved had died, becoming his greatest pain. Seeing Xiao Ya, he couldn’t help but project those feelings onto her.

And Ling Yuxun helped Xiao Ya because she felt a strong connection with her. Even though it was their first meeting, they were like old friends who hadn’t seen each other for years, the kind that could talk about their deepest feelings. Both Ling Yuxun and Xiao Ya were very kind and innocent at heart, except that Ling Yuxun had a somewhat careless personality, a very hearty and beautiful woman. As for Xiao Ya, she was the delicate homebody type, a beauty that could shame the moon and flowers.

"Tianchen, are you worried about Xiao Ya’s mother’s illness?" Ling Yuxun glanced at Ye Tianchen sitting next to her in the passenger seat and asked.

"Yeah, actually, I lied to Xiao Ya. No matter whether it’s conservative treatment or surgery, her mother only has a few months left to live!" Ye Tianchen took a drag on his cigarette and sighed.

"What... What can we do then? If Xiao Ya’s mother passes away, Xiao Ya will definitely be very sad. We should help her!" Ling Yuxun was taken aback and said anxiously.

Ye Tianchen was well aware of the need to help Xiao Ya. If it was a problem that could be solved with money, everything would be straightforward. Money was no object for Ye Tianchen, the chairman of the Sea King Group—although quite stingy, he would definitely not skimp on this matter.

Unfortunately, with today’s medical technology, no matter how much money you spend, it’s impossible to cure cancer. The only solution Ye Tianchen could think of was to hope to find a Superpower User with formidable healing abilities to treat Xiao Ya’s mother. Only then might there be a glimmer of hope for her survival. But how easy is it to find such a powerful healer with superpowers?

"I know, but it’s hard!" Ye Tianchen frowned and said.

"Abroad, perhaps there are medical technologies overseas. I’ve heard that overseas, there are methods that can successfully control cancer. Even if it’s not completely curable, it can truly slow the onset!" Ling Yuxun said.

"It’s no use, Xiao Ya’s mother’s cancer has already reached an advanced stage, going abroad wouldn’t help!" Ye Tianchen shook his head and said.

"How can this be... Yaer is such a kind and simple girl, why would Heaven treat her like this!" Ling Yuxun couldn’t help but say with much sadness.

Ye Tianchen let out a deep sigh, and he mentally swore to himself that he must, he absolutely must, quickly find a Superpower User with healing abilities to save Xiao Ya’s mother’s life and keep Xiao Ya from being sad.

At this time, in Xiao Ya’s mother’s hospital room, Xiao Ya was sitting beside her mother’s bed, silently watching her mother as she slept, and couldn’t help but remember the love she received from her mother when she was a child.

It brings to mind a saying: When you were very young, your mother took a lot of time to teach you how to eat with spoons and chopsticks... As you grew up day by day, your mother was getting older by the day... When one day she’s too old to stand steadily or walk, please hold her hand tightly and accompany her to walk slowly... just like she did with you back then...

"Yaer, what’s wrong, don’t cry, child!" Xiao Ya’s mother slowly opened her eyes, saw Xiao Ya shedding silent tears, and couldn’t help but say with heartache.

Xiao Ya hurriedly wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes. She didn’t dare tell her mother the truth about her condition, so she had to force a smile.

"No, I’m not crying, Mom. Let me peel an apple for you!" Xiao Ya forced a faint smile and said.

"No need, Mom doesn’t feel like eating. Yaer, sit here, I have a few words I want to say to you!" Xiao Ya’s mother said with a kind smile.

"Okay! Then I’ll keep you company and chat for a bit!" Xiao Ya nodded obediently and understandingly.

Xiao Ya’s mother glanced at Xiao Ya and then asked with a slight smile, "Yaer, what’s the name of that male classmate of yours, and what do you know about him?"

"Mom, why are you asking like that, what do you mean?" Xiao Ya couldn’t help but be startled, her tone slightly coquettish.

"I think that male classmate of yours isn’t bad, he’s quite good, and he’s nice to you as well. The biggest regret of my life is that I won’t be able to watch my daughter walk down the aisle, to see you marry a good husband, happy and joyful!" Xiao Ya’s mother said, almost on the verge of tears.

"Mom, what are you talking about? You’ll live to be a hundred years old! You’ve just got gastroenteritis right now, stop letting your imagination run wild!" Xiao Ya quickly interjected.

"Hehe, Yaer, don’t try to fool your mom. I know my own body. Right now, my greatest wish is to see my Yaer get married and live a happy life!" Xiao Ya’s mother said with a smile.

"Mom, you’ll be fine, you’ll definitely be fine!" Xiao Ya threw herself into her mother’s arms, saying so firmly.

Looking at her daughter, Xiao Ya’s mother still displayed a smile. Xiao Ya had always been sensible; she had helped with household chores like washing clothes and cooking since she was young. Having such an obedient and lovely daughter made Xiao Ya’s mother feel very proud and comforted. But she knew the true state of her health – her days might be numbered, and her biggest wish was to see her daughter get married or at least to have a boyfriend who loved and cared for her now.

When Ye Tianchen visited the Xiao family, despite the fact that Xiao Ya’s mother was suffering from a flare-up of her illness and in great pain, she still observed Ye Tianchen and thought that this boy was really good. He was principled in his actions and seemed to have Xiao Ya’s best interests at heart.

This is the heart of a mother; no matter the circumstance, she always thinks of her children, even if she’s on the brink of fainting. The greatness of a mother’s love is often not understood by her children.

"Yaer, I think that male classmate of yours is quite good. He’s very caring towards you. If you marry him in the future, you should be very happy!" Xiao Ya’s mother stroked Xiao Ya’s hair and said with a smile.

"Mom, what are you talking about? I’ve just started university!" Xiao Ya said, somewhat bashfully.

Xiao Ya had always been a sensible girl, diligent in her studies, cute and innocent. She naturally had no shortage of male admirers, but she had never thought about these things. She wanted to work hard to make her parents happy. In recent years, her mother’s illness had made it difficult for her to do household chores, and her father had to work away to earn money. Therefore, Xiao Ya was always the first to hurry home after school to help her mother with the chores, to take some of the load off. In the whole village, every family envied the Xiao family for having such a sensible and academically excellent daughter.

"You’ve just started university, but you’re already eighteen years old. You can have a boyfriend now. Mom isn’t old-fashioned about this. You’re growing up, you need to have your own life, and with Mom’s illness, I hope to see you find a good boyfriend sooner. That male classmate named Ye Tianchen looks pretty good – handsome and capable of protecting you!" Xiao Ya’s mother said with a smile.

If it weren’t for her illness, Xiao Ya’s mother might not have said these things. The reason she spoke to her daughter this way was because she was worried about herself. She feared she might not wake up one day and wanted to see her daughter settled with a good partner. No matter how capable a girl is, she needs someone to rely on, a home, a life of her own.

"Mom, don’t you think you’re overthinking it? He’s just kindly helping us. Whether he likes me or not, is another matter..." Xiao Ya turned slightly red as she spoke softly.

To be honest, Ye Tianchen had offered Xiao Ya tremendous help, surprising and impressing her. If such a man couldn’t make a girl’s heart flutter, then it could only mean that the girl was a lesbian. So, deep inside, Xiao Ya was indeed a bit moved; after all, he was the first boy with such a strong personality she had ever encountered.

"Hehe, what you mean is, if that boy named Ye Tianchen starts pursuing you, you would consider going out with him?" Xiao Ya’s mother teased with a laugh.

"No, that’s not it, Mom, just focus on getting better and stop worrying about everything else!" Xiao Ya made a funny face at her mother, laughing adorably and with a touch of shyness. (To be continued. If you like this work, we welcome you to come to Qidian to cast your recommendation votes and monthly votes. Your support is my greatest motivation.)