The True Heiress's Return

Chapter 272

Walter's voice, usually so cold and proud, was unexpectedly gentle, which softened Shakira's heart. Slowly, she lifted a corner of the blanket, peeking out. She lay by the window. The bright moonlight cast its glow on her beautiful eyes, making them sparkle. She asked, "Is it clear now?"

Walter replied, "Yeah." It was just one soft word, but Shakira couldn't see his face softened with affection. He said uncontrollably, "I miss you."

After a pause, he added, "Don't you miss me?"

Shakira was speechless, thinking, "That is a good question.

Sensing the intense gaze through the screen, Shakira quickly replied, "Of course, I miss you." Imitating his tone, she said, "Why don't you move your hand and let me see you?"

Walter's lips curled up as he let his fingers slip away.

In the warm glow of the lamp, he was dressed in pajamas, leaning against the headboard, staring intently at her. His eyes were so deep, which made Shakira's cheeks blush slightly. "I've only been away for a day."

"And another day," Walter pointed out in a slightly complaining tone.

"Ahem! Alright, I'll be back the day after tomorrow."

Walter nodded, noticing the big floral quilt covering her, and couldn't help but frown. "It's chilly over there. Are you cold?"

"I'm okay. It's warm inside, but they said it might snow tomorrow."

"Wear more clothes."

Shakira chuckled, "I know. It's getting late. You should rest early

She glanced at the screen. It was almost midnight.

His internal clock was always precise, and he usually went to bed around ten. She wondered if he stayed up just to wait for her. They touched Shakira's heart.

She thought, 'What a silly guy!'

Suddenly inspired, she beckoned to Walter. "Come a little closer

"Hmm?" He was puzzled but did as she asked.

As soon as his face filled the screen, Shakira pressed her phone to her lips and made a kissing sound.

Before Walter could react, she ended the call first and sent a text message. [Goodnight kiss, mwah!]

Walter was stunned for half a minute before snapping back to reality and letting out a soft laugh. He casually replied to her.

Should I tell you that I recorded it?]

Shakira: [???]

She suddenly regretted rewarding Walter. That scene just now was so embarrassing.

Shakira furiously typed. [Delete it right now!]

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Walter replied calmly. [No. I'm going to keep it.]

Shakira was wide awake now. [Deler

it!]

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Walter: [If you're not satisfied, send another goodnight kiss video, and I promise to delete it.]

Reading the trap in the message, Shakira threw a string of angry emojis at him and turned off her phone.

She crossed her arms angrily, thinking, 'When I get back, I absolutely have to find a way to crack his phone password and delete that video!'

Before dawn, snowflakes started drifting down over Pear Blossom Village.

The place for free health service was set up in the large open space at the village entrance. The program team worked through the night, pitching tents and creating simple sections for check-ups.

By the time the guests finished breakfast and arrived, the villagers had already formed a long line in the courtyard. The endless line stretched far, standing out against the snow.

Maurice Clime, the celebrity guest who had been lightening the mood, was stunned. "Wow, are all these people here to see the doctor?"

The head nurse answered, "Just as you see, yes."

"There are so many people. Can we help them all in two days?"

This time, the head nurse didn't respond, just silently looking at the doctors. Leo and the others were serious.

There were ten people on the medical team, but only five were doctors. The line had at least three to five hundred people. They really couldn't give an answer. Shakira's eyes were calm. "It's up to us. Let's follow yesterday's plan and start right away."

"Okay!" The medical team followed her lead, quickly assuming their respective roles.

The celebrity guests couldn't treat patients but were there to help out. As they saw the doctors disinfecting and putting on protective gear, they joined in to assist. The free health service started, and so did the livestream.

Early in the morning, quite a few viewers went to the channel right away. But as they watched, they noticed something was off. This variety show wasn't what they had imagined. [Are we just going to watch them treat the villagers the whole time?]

[Uh, for now, it looks that way.]

[Everyone seems busy, but isn't this livestream a bit dull? There's no entertainment at all.]

("Mending Hearts" is mostly a documentary-style show. If you want humor, just leave.]

[You might find it boring, but as a med student, I love it.]

[I'm a medical student too. It's incredibly useful for us.]

[Honestly, even though it is a bit dull, watching their diagnoses somewhat enlightening.]

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[Yes, I just got back from Lonely Bird's place. Apparently, honey water doesn't help with constipation. There was a villager who drank two pints of honey water every day and still didn't have a bowel movement for five days, ha-ha.] [I saw that too. Dr. Lonely Bird acupunctured him, and he ran off holding his belly.]

[Haha, are the people waiting outside there to see the doctor too? That's a lot of villagers! There are only a few doctors!]

[There are five doctors, and Felix makes six. But isn't he more into research? Can he really treat patients?]

[He can manage basic illnesses. He graduated from the top medical school in our country, where they require four years of hands-on practice.]

[Anyway, thanks to all the medical staff and guests for their hard work!]

[Thanks for your hard work, everyone!]

The livestream commenters spontaneously thanked the volunteer guests.

At this time, Felix finished dealing with a patient, and an elderly woman was helping a pregnant woman over.

The pregnant woman was about to sit down when the older woman quickly pulled her back. "Jessica! How many times have I told you to be careful about hygiene? You never know what germs are left on a chair someone else sat on. Don't bring them to my precious grandchild!" The pregnant woman paused awkwardly and only sat down after the older woman had finished sanitizing the chair and table with alcohol.

Felix frowned slightly and looked at the pregnant woman. "Name, age, how far along you are, and your symptoms."

"Jessica Smith, 21 years old. The village doctor said I was about 30 weeks pregnant. I..." When it came to talking about her symptoms, Jessica hesitated

Zelmani Churchill quickly leaned forward with a grin, showing her yellowing teeth. "Doctor, you city folks have such advanced skills. Can you see if this baby is a boy?"

Felix's frown deepened. The head nurse assisting him quickly said, "Checking the baby's gender is not allowed. Is there anything else you need help with?"

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Sophia changed her face, clearly dissatisfied. Just as she was about to react, Jessica quickly whispered, "Yes, doctor. I've noticed my belly feeling hard these past few days, and it hurts at night."

Felix reached out to take Jessica's pulse. "How long have you had these symptoms?"

"Since last Friday," Jessica replied.

Felix detected that Jessica's pulse was chaotic and abnormal, but he couldn't identify the cause. He paused and said to her, "Come with me. I'll have another doctor take a look at you."

Upon hearing this, Sophia became nervous. "What's wrong, doctor? What's happening to my precious grandson?"

"Sorry, I'm not specialized in gynecology. You need a more qualified doctor for a proper diagnosis. Please wait here. The patient will come back after the check-up."

"That's the right decision to turn to a specialist." She nodded, suddenly remembered something, and quickly added, "Jessica, remember, don't let that quack... Uh, don't let a female doctor examine you!"

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