Chapter 69.2

Qin Man’s uncle was the hospital director.

Qin Man originally thought that since this was a minor car accident and his uncle was usually busy with hospital affairs, he wouldn’t learn about it. Unexpectedly, his name was spotted by other doctors and his medical history was dug up.

“Pack up, I’ll change your ward and get you a new nurse. Recover well in the hospital before you return.”

“No need. It’s just a minor injury, I’ll be discharged in a few days. Anyway, this is a small matter, please don’t tell mum. I don’t want her to worry.”

The two spoke for a while but Qin Man refused to budge. The hospital director could only sigh, “I know you have your own thoughts, but are you really fine?”

“I’m fine.”

“Then forget about the other things, but you still need a nurse. Otherwise, it’ll be difficult for you to get around.”

Qin Man smiled. “There’s really no need. My friend is already taking care of me.”

Ji Ran sat by the side, not interjecting.

He didn’t expect that Qin Man’s uncle would be a director.

He remembered that Qin Man’s other relative was also a prominent figure in the education world.

Wasn’t this family too high-profile?

The director nodded and chased the others off before sitting by the bedside and they chatted about family matters.

“If you think it’s really fine, then it’s alright. Anyway, how’s your progress with that person from the Ji family?”

The moment he spoke, both parties froze.

Ji Ran looked at him with wide eyes, while Qin Man could only indicate with his eyes that he had no idea what was happening either.

“What is it? Are you shy?” Seeing him silent, the director laughed. “I heard it from your mom, she said you’re dating the girl from the Ji family. How is she? Are you happy?”

Dating?

Qin Man had definitely never heard of such a thing before.

Ji Ran’s expression also sunk.

Qin Man replied, “I’m not dating her, uncle. You remembered wrongly.”

“That can’t be. I even asked, she seems to be called… Ji Tang?”

“We’ve met a few times, but we aren’t dating.”

The director continued, “In that case, your mother must not have told you yet. I only heard from her two days ago. Since you’ve met her before, what do you think about her? You’re not young anymore, it’s time you found a partner and got married.”

Qin Man nodded, “You’re right.”

“It’s indeed time to be dating,” He smiled helplessly, the implication thick in his voice. “But some people refuse to. What can I do on my own?”

Ji Ran: “…”

“If she doesn’t agree, you need to chase her. Send her flowers and a hug, and tell her nice things.” The director stopped halfway through his words. How could he forget? This nephew of his was good in every way except for flowery words. He hoped that whichever girl Qin Man had set his sights on would be able to change his cold personality.

The director fretted, “There are girls who don’t like you?”

“I don’t know. Qin Man calmly responded, “But the person I like isn’t a girl.”

The director was stunned, not understanding his words.

Ji Ran was like a cat whose tail had been stepped on. He nearly jumped up in fright and interjected. “It’s time to change your dressing…”

“Not a girl?” The director digested his words. “Is it someone older than you?”

A dagger-like stare came from the side; Qin Man could only laugh helplessly. “…You could say that.”

After the director left, Ji Ran immediately came for him.

“Do you know what you almost did?” Ji Ran asked. “You nearly came out, are you crazy?”

“I’m not crazy.” Qin Man looked at him, particularly sober. “It’s only a matter of time.”

His words were so certain that Ji Ran didn’t know what to say.

Even Yue Wen Wen didn’t dare tell his parents about the matter of his sexuality.

Noticing his silence, Qin Man asked, “Do you mind?”

“Mind what?”

“Mind that you’re being liked by someone of the same gender.”

“…”

Ji Ran himself was gay, what was there to mind? His mind was now a mess.

“That’s not what I mean. This matter is something many elders cannot accept and will bring you insults. Aren’t you afraid of being hauled to conversion therapy?”

“Conversion therapy?” Qin Man raised his eyebrow. “What do you mean?”

“Yue Wen Wen had a friend who was discovered by his family and tied up at home to undergo ‘treatment’. I heard that he’d been electrocuted several times a day. It was only recently that he was rescued.”

“My parents won’t do such a thing,” Qin Man said. “They will respect me and will not blame you, so you need not worry…”

Ji Ran’s voice subconsciously raised a notch. “I already said, I’m not worried about myself.”

Other people’s stares came from around.

Qin Man paused and smiled. “Are you worried about me?”

“…”

Ji Ran got up abruptly. “There’s nothing else to talk about. I’m going home for a bit, do you want to use the washroom? I’ll only be back after lunch.”

“Where are you going?”

“I forgot to grab your underwear yesterday…” Ji Ran explained, “And I’ll get the car so it’s easier to go wherever.”

“Don’t drive.” Qin Man frowned.

“Don’t worry. Do you think he’ll be able to hit me twice?”

“He?” Qin Man grasped the key point. “Who is it? Did you find out anything?”

Realising that he had accidentally revealed too much, Ji Ran quickly shut up. “…No one. You don’t need to care about anything, just lie here obediently.”

Before he left, Ji Ran took some fruit and headed to the bed beside them.

“Auntie, these are the fruits I bought this morning. They’re very fresh, try it.”

Overwhelmed by favour, she could only respond, “Ah, no need.”

“Please take it.” The man who usually hated talking to others was now chatting and smiling with another. “… I have to make a trip back to get some things. If the patient at Bed 36 needs anything, could I trouble you to give me a call?”

The auntie suddenly understood and accepted the fruit. “Alright, no problem. Go ahead.”

Only then did Ji Ran leave with peace of mind.

The moment the door to the ward closed, the smile on Qin Man’s face disappeared.

He effortlessly lifted the arm that ‘had no strength’ and under the auntie’s shocked gaze, picked up his phone and called his assistant.