Reborn in the 80s, Get Rich by Eating Melons

Chapter 53: Chapter 53 She is Very Satisfied with Today’s Battle Achievements

Tong Yao had just washed her hair, which was now a messy dishevelled bundle due to the altercation. There were stains on her trousers where Tang Fengying had landed kicks. In contrast, Tang Fengying didn’t seem to have any obvious injuries. Tang Fengying’s injuries were on her waist and abdomen which she couldn’t show in public. Given the significant difference in their body types, it was Tong Yao who seemed to be at a disadvantage.

Further possible pregnancy meant no one dared to criticize Tong Yao. They could only comfort Tang Fengying. However, comforting her only led her to cry even louder, which was a nuisance to everyone around. Onlookers even wanted to cover her mouth.

Zeng Hongxia leaned over to Tang Fengying and whispered something that only the two of them could hear: "Fengying, you didn’t really lose anything, stop crying now. Go upstairs quickly. What if doctor Si hears the commotion and comes down? Can you handle the two of them alone? Besides, if she’s really pregnant, and complains about a stomachache later, you might end up paying her medical bills for maintaining her pregnancy. The placenta isn’t even stable during the first three months of pregnancy, and you didn’t hold back with your kicks. What if anything happens?"

Zeng Hongxia spoke in such a dramatic tone that it touched a nerve with Tang Fengying. Her crying stopped immediately. Si Chen was a newcomer unwanted by the dean, but Zhao Dongqing seemed to consider him promising. Tang Fengying was just a soon-to-retire nurse, and if she created a ripple, the Dean might not stick up for her.

If Tong Yao is really pregnant and if anything goes wrong, it would place her in a vulnerable situation. On reconsideration, Tang Fengying stood up, stopped her crying and arguing, and before heading upstairs, left a vicious remark: "I forgive you because of your youth, but someone will take care of you sooner or later."

Having said that, she picked up her laundry basin from the sink and went straight into the bathroom.

No sooner had she gone in than Si Chen came from downstairs. Seeing Tong Yao in such a mess, he asked in a plain voice, "What happened?"

Tong Yao, caught off guard, didn’t know how to explain. While she had not shown any fear during the fight with Tang Fengying but was even growing braver, she didn’t know how to explain it to Si Chen, especially how she had yelled that she might be pregnant. If Si Chen knew, would he ask her whose child she was carrying?

Seeing her silent embarrassment, Si Jun’s lips twitched with amusement. Despite appearing delicate and weak, she had shown ferocity in the fight. Any other girl would have been a sobbing mess by now.

He cleared his throat and said, "She had a bit of a dispute with Tang Fengying. You should take her upstairs to change her clothes and check for any injuries!"

"A fight?" Si Chen’s lips thinned, his brow furrowing deeper.

A male doctor who had been enjoying the drama gave a suggestive laugh and said, "Doctor Si, your wife sure is brave."

And after saying this, he left, laughing.

Noting the change in Si Chen’s expression, Tong Yao quickly covered her arm and let out a hurt groan. It was not just that she had received blows, but her arm was already injured. Si Jun, afraid that Si Chen might lose his temper at Tong Yao, couldn’t help but add, "Doctor Si, try to discuss things peacefully. No arguing."

Si Chen nodded and gave an indifferent ’Hmm’. He then picked up Tong Yao’s laundry basin and took her upstairs. Before leaving, Tong Yao cheekily winked at Si Jun as a thank you for his intercession.

Seeing the drama over, the others dispersed.

Tong Yao followed Si Chen back to their room. While not afraid of Si Chen, she couldn’t ignore the fact that she had drawn him into some trouble by fighting in the hospital living quarters.

Moreover, her current label of being combative was thoroughly established. She nervously glanced at Si Chen who was bending over to put the basin on the floor. Suddenly, he turned around.

Startled, Tong Yao instinctively stepped back. Realizing that she had shown fear, she straightened up and explained calmly, "She was the one who started it first. I had to fight back or else she would think it’s okay to keep picking on me. If you dare to scold me, I will pack my bags and leave for my parents’ home tomorrow."

Si Chen said nothing, just stepped towards Tong Yao. Tong Yao held her breath and watched him vigilantly, prepared to retaliate if he dared to attack.

To her surprise, Si Chen just rolled up her sleeve to check the wound on her arm. Seeing that it was not affected, his face softened a bit. "You dared to fight despite your injured arm?" He said.

"..." Tong Yao didn’t quite understand Si Chen’s tone. She vividly recounted the fight, "She was stubborn as a mule, kept bumping into me and asked me to hit her. I’ve never seen such a strange request in my life. Of course, I had to fulfill it."

Overall, she was quite satisfied with her fight.

Si Chen raised an eyebrow helplessly, "She’s so strong. You’re at a disadvantage in a fight."

"That’s debatable."

Just as the words left Tong Yao’s lips, Si Chen suddenly squatted down and reached for her trouser leg. Startled, she quickly stepped back.

"What are you doing?" She asked.

"I want to see if your legs are injured."

"I can do it myself." Tong Yao walked over to the bed, sat down, pulled up her trouser leg, and sure enough, there were bruises on her fair leg. "Damn! That woman really has a heavy hand. Good thing I didn’t hold back either."

Seeing the bruises on Tong Yao’s leg made Si Chen’s face darken again. Tong Yao quickly let go of her trouser leg, "It’s not a big deal, really! Go take a shower. I’ll change my clothes."

Si Chen stayed silent for a moment, making Tong Yao feel a bit nervous. When she was about to say something, he finally spoke, "Next time try to avoid fights. You are more likely to end up losing."

Most people in the hospital were bulkier than Tong Yao. Even though she might have the upper hand in a fight, she would not escape unscathed. Her fair skin bruised easily and even a minor injury could leave a scar. Given her vanity, she would not be able to tolerate it.

"Of course, I know that. But if someone hits me, I can’t just stand there without retaliating, can I?" Tong Yao squinted and grinned cheekily, "After today’s incident, I doubt many people will dare bully me again."

The young people in the residential quarters had never been particularly confrontational, even if they found her disagreeable. However, the elders, who disliked her laziness, often used their age as leverage to bully her. After today’s fight though, she guessed that they would think twice before trying to fight her again.

And if they tried, she’d fight again. After all, she had already fought once and didn’t care about a second time.

With Si Chen wanting a divorce but not wanting the stigma of a failed marriage, she had inadvertently helped his cause. She guessed that after their divorce, people would bring up her fighting prowess as an interesting anecdote from time to time.

Looking at the gleam in her eyes, Si Chen resignedly said, "You sure don’t let things bother you."

The petite body sure packed a punch.