"Okay."
"Right, Dad, at the company, I arranged with Uncle San and the others to have a New Year's Eve dinner together. It's been a year, and I really want to thank them for all their help."
Looking at Liu Chunsheng, he thought of Liu Chasheng and decided to mention this matter to him, so he could prepare.
"Okay, I got it."
Liu Chasheng was accustomed to Liu Yifeng's arrangements, but with the New Year approaching, it was indeed time for a good gathering.
"Hooray, it's finally time for a family reunion. Tongtong really likes it."
Tongtong ran back to her room with a smile, clearly very happy.
Time flew by, and it was soon New Year's Eve.
"Yifeng, your Uncle San might not be able to make it to tomorrow's gathering. He accidentally injured his leg while out shopping and is in the hospital now."
Just as Liu Yifeng was about to head to the mall, he received a call from Li Rongfang. Her voice sounded very sad, as if she had been crying.
"Auntie San, don't worry. Which hospital are you at? I'll be there right away." Liu Yifeng, who had been in a happy and relaxed mood, became exceptionally serious upon receiving the call.
Tongtong, standing beside him, also heard the word "hospital" and furrowed her little brow. "What's wrong, Daddy? Did someone go to the hospital?"
It definitely wasn't any of the three of them, as they were all fine. It must be someone else. Tongtong was curious to know who it was.
"Your Auntie San called to say your Third Grandfather is in the hospital. We'll go see him first, and then go shopping later." This news made Tongtong nervous too.
Pulled along by Liu Yifeng, they rushed to the hospital.
Liu Chunsheng, hearing the father and son discuss the hospital, also rushed out, wanting to ask who it was. But before he could, the two were already gone.
At the hospital.
"Uncle San, how are you feeling?" Liu Yifeng arrived at the hospital and saw Liu Chasheng lying in bed with his leg elevated high. He looked to be in great pain.
Upon seeing Liu Yifeng, Liu Chasheng tried to sit up but was immediately pressed down. "Uncle San, don't move. You can't move your leg carelessly. Rest well."
"Third Grandfather, what happened? How did you fall so badly?" Tongtong looked heartbroken, seeing how much effort it took him.
Hearing Tongtong's question, he sighed helplessly.
"Sigh, it's all my fault. I thought it was almost New Year and we'd have a reunion dinner tomorrow. I wanted to bring some things for your Dad and buy some new clothes for Tongtong. I insisted on going to the market, and look, I ended up in the hospital."
Li Rongfang looked very guilty. It seemed the fall was just an accident.
"No one wants this, but here I am. I'm getting old, and I can fall just walking," Liu Chasheng also seemed reluctant to have this happen, his eyes filled with helplessness.
Liu Yifeng frowned. "It's okay, Uncle San. I know a leg specialist. I'll arrange an appointment for you later, and perhaps your leg will be better in a couple of days."
After speaking, he looked down at Tongtong and winked.
Tongtong understood Liu Yifeng's intention. "Yes, Third Grandfather, that specialist is very skilled. You won't be in so much pain then."
"Oh, my dear grandchild, seeing you, Third Grandfather feels no pain," Liu Chasheng tried to force a smile, but his expression was indeed unpleasant.
After chatting with Liu Chasheng for a few more minutes, they left.
"Auntie San, don't be too sad. I'll take care of this. I've also notified others, so we won't have dinner tomorrow. We can gather again when Uncle San is better."
As Li Rongfang saw Liu Yifeng out, her expression was very sad. It was clear she didn't want this to happen.
"Yifeng, thank you so much for thinking of your Uncle San like this. But is what you said about inviting a specialist true?" Li Rongfang's eyes lit up at the time.
Liu Yifeng nodded. "Of course. I'll handle Uncle San's leg. Don't worry, Auntie San."
"Yes, with you here, I feel very relieved. But Yifeng, you know, the cost of this might be too high. You know your Uncle San's stingy nature, sigh."
Liu Yifeng chuckled. He knew his aunt's personality very well.
"Auntie San, I mentioned finding a specialist. Do you think I'd let you pay? Don't worry, Auntie San. Leave this to me. Not only the matter but also the expenses are on me. I'll cover all the subsequent costs, so you can rest assured."
Li Rongfang's eyes lit up upon hearing Liu Yifeng's words. "Really, Yifeng?"
"Of course, Auntie San."
Upon Liu Yifeng's confirmation, Li Rongfang clapped her legs with joy. "Oh, thank you so much, Yifeng. With you here, your Uncle San's recovery will surely be quick."
Liu Yifeng didn't say anything, just smiled, then bid farewell to Li Rongfang and left with Tongtong.
"Daddy, what you just said implies you want me to develop a special medicine for leg injuries, right?" On the way home, Tongtong looked at Liu Yifeng innocently.
Liu Yifeng smiled. "Yes, I know Tongtong will have a way. Right?"
"Of course. Uncle San is always very good to me. I felt very sad seeing him lying there. I wanted to develop it for him right away." Tongtong said to Liu Yifeng with a face full of distress.
Liu Yifeng directly picked up Tongtong. "You're my good son. You're exactly as I thought."
"Hehe, but if Grandpa finds out, will he be very sad too?" Tongtong suddenly thought of Liu Chunsheng and wondered if he should be told.
"Tongtong, you're very thoughtful. Then let's not tell Grandpa for now. We'll tell him when Third Grandfather's injury is healed." Liu Yifeng also thought it was best to keep it a secret for now, lest the old man worry.
The father and son discussed their secret operation on the way and soon arrived home.
"Weren't you two going shopping? Why are you back so soon?" Liu Chunsheng was looking at his beloved chess set by the door when he saw the father and son returning, chatting and laughing.
Tongtong looked at Liu Yifeng. "Grandpa, we didn't feel like buying anything, so we came back."
"Yes, Dad, why are you sitting here?" Liu Yifeng didn't know what to say, so he casually made a remark, which made Liu Chunsheng feel a bit uneasy.
Liu Chunsheng frowned. "Where else would I sit if not here? You two returning today feels a bit off. Oh, I heard you mention the hospital earlier. Is someone hospitalized? Or is someone sick?"