"Xiao Chen, it's like this, your dad thinks you're not feeling well, so I wanted to take you to see a doctor. Don't worry, your dad will stay with you, so don't be afraid, trust your dad, okay?"
At this point, Xia Ran realized that he hadn't told Gu Zheng about this yet.
Never mind, it's not a big deal. We can talk about it when we get home tonight.
But Xia Ran would never have imagined that this very thought would make him deeply regretful.
Of course, that's all for later. Right now, Xia Ran just wants to comfort Gu Chen and make him less scared and nervous.
However, Xia Ran was unaware that Gu Chen's unhappiness was not due to nervousness or fear, but rather because of Yu Chao.
Seeing the worried look on his stepfather's face, Gu Chen could only nod gently and say,
"Little bastard, let me go... Xiao Chen... I'm not afraid."
As he spoke, he reached out and tightly gripped Xia Ran's clothes.
Xia Ran chuckled, but didn't expose Gu Chen's claim that he wasn't afraid.
Yu Chao watched the interaction between the two from the driver's seat, a smile appearing in his eyes. He even thought how wonderful it would be if the child were his, so that he could marry Xia Ran.
Upon realizing his thoughts, Yu Chao's expression changed slightly, and he even had to use a lot of effort to suppress them.
Xia Ran is already married, how could he think like that?
He and Xia Ran could only be friends at most, and that was all. He couldn't cause Xia Ran any trouble.
Xia Ran had no idea what Yu Chao was thinking. Right now, he was comforting Gu Chen and telling him not to worry when they went to see the doctor later.
A short while later, Xia Ran saw a man slowly walking towards them. After saying something to the security guard at the gate, the barrier in front of the car was lowered, allowing their car to pass.
The man saw that the car had passed, but he remained expressionless, only glancing at them briefly before walking inside.
Xia Ran had just glanced at the man's appearance. He had a gentle face, but his expression was somewhat cold. If he didn't smile, he could actually be quite frightening.
Just like Xia Ran now, she was actually a little unsure of herself, and always felt that this man was a bit impatient.
But thinking of Yu Chao's promise to him, Xia Ran could only suppress his thoughts.
The senior students all said he was a good person, so he must be.
After the man's figure disappeared from Xia Ran's sight, Yu Chao's car also stopped, and Xia Ran could only get out of the car with Gu Chen in her arms.
Because Xia Ran was holding the child, Yu Chao carried both bags of fruit in his hands. Xia Ran, standing next to Yu Chao, couldn't help but ask a question in a low voice.
"Senior, that doctor... he seems a little unhappy."
Yu Chao smiled and said,
"No, don't overthink it. That's just his personality. Trust me, he's definitely a good person."
Since Yu Chao had already said that, Xia Ran naturally couldn't say anything more, only feeling that he had overthought things.
Chapter 72 The Reason Gu Chen Remains Silent
Perhaps this doctor is like Gu Zheng, the kind of person who is cold on the outside but warm on the inside.
Xia Ran originally thought the man had already gone home, but she didn't expect to see him outside the elevator.
The man's face was turned towards the direction they came from, clearly indicating that he was waiting for them.
Xia Ran was somewhat surprised. He thought the man had already gone upstairs, but he didn't expect him to still be waiting for them here.
It seems he really is cold on the outside but warm on the inside.
Upon seeing them approach, the man immediately pressed the elevator button and went inside first.
After everyone entered the elevator, Yu Chao spoke.
"Lin Yang, this is Xia Ran, the one I mentioned to you before, Xiao Ran. This is Lin Yang. You can rest assured with him taking care of the child; he's very capable."
After listening to Yu Chao's words, Xia Ran smiled at Lin Yang and said,
"Hello Dr. Lin, I'm Xia Ran, and this is my son, Gu Chen. Little Chen, be good and call him Uncle Lin."
This time, Lin Yang finally turned his gaze to Xia Ran.
Moreover, the way he looked at Xia Ran was very strange, as if it wasn't the first time he had met her.
However, his glance was only for a moment, and he quickly turned his gaze to the child in Xia Ran's arms.
His expression softened considerably when he was with the child.
Although Gu Chen didn't like these people, he still obediently called them Uncle Lin.
Lin Yang: "Yes, my name is Lin Yang."
The following sentence was, of course, an answer to Xia Ran.
Although she was somewhat aloof, Xia Ran didn't care at all.
Yu Chao stood between the two, watching, feeling somewhat uneasy.
In fact, he had mentioned Xia Ran to Lin Yang quite a few times over the years, because he was really afraid that Xia Ran would accidentally let it slip.
But now that things have turned out this way, Yu Chao can only pray that Lin Yang doesn't let anything slip.
However, Lin Yang had assured him several times that he wouldn't let anything slip.
And just like that, the elevator arrived.
Lin Yang went out first, Yu Chao gave Xia Ran a wink, and then they went out together.
Lin Yang's house is decorated in a simple and elegant European style, which makes people feel very comfortable.
Lin Yang gestured for them to sit down, then went to pour them water, but poured milk for Gu Chen instead.
But Gu Chen didn't take it immediately. Instead, he looked at Xia Ran and asked for her opinion.
He remembered his little tyrant saying that he shouldn't take things from strangers.
Xia Ran rubbed his head and said,
"Uncle Lin poured you some milk, what do you want to say?"
Gu Chen blinked, looked at Lin Yang and whispered a thank you, then took the milk cup with both hands and took a small sip.
Yu Chao had already skillfully taken the fruit to wash it.
Xia Ran saw this and understood that Yu Chao and this Dr. Lin were really close.
Lin Yang sat opposite Xia Ran. Knowing the purpose of Xia Ran and the others' visit, he mostly focused his attention on Gu Chen in Xia Ran's arms.
"Let me tell you about his basic situation."
Lin Yang's voice also carried a cool and aloof quality.
Upon hearing this, Xia Ran quickly recounted some of Gu Chen's information, including not only what he himself knew but also what Uncle Wang had told him before.
"My family had taken him to many psychologists before, but it was all useless. It wasn't until I married his father that he slowly started to get better. I want to know if this means he's slowly recovering? Are there any other problems?"
"You and his father got married later? You're his stepfather?" Lin Yang asked directly.
This is also a professional habit of his; after all, when treating patients, there are some things that must be clarified.
Fortunately, Xia Ran didn't mind or seem unhappy, and simply nodded.
"Yes, they've only been married for a few months."
After hearing Xia Ran's answer, Lin Yang's eyes suddenly held a different look.
He nodded thoughtfully, then took out an eyeglasses case from the side and put on the glasses inside.
Wearing glasses, Lin Yang suddenly seemed more gentle, looking like a friendly older brother next door.
"Do you mind if I hold the baby?" Lin Yang asked.
Xia Ran paused and replied, "I don't mind, but I don't know if the child is willing. Although he can say a few more words now, he is still very resistant to the outside world."
Xia Ran said somewhat shyly.
Lin Yang nodded, indicating his understanding of Xia Ran's words.
Just as Xia Ran was about to lower her head and discuss it with Gu Chen, Lin Yang suddenly curled the corners of his lips and asked Gu Chen in a gentle voice,
"Your name is Xiao Chen, right? Would you like Uncle to hug you? Don't worry, Uncle just thinks you're cute and wants to hug you, that's all, is that okay?"
Xia Ran knew that Lin Yang was already in work mode, so she didn't dare to speak casually and could only look down at Gu Chen.
Gu Chen hesitated for a moment. He looked down at Xia Ran, then at Lin Yang, then back at Xia Ran. When he saw the expectation in Xia Ran's eyes, he nodded slightly.
Since his stepfather wants him to do this, then so be it.
Seeing Gu Chen nod, Xia Ran felt relieved. Lin Yang smiled and then hugged Gu Chen.
Gu Chen was very uncomfortable being hugged by a stranger for the first time.
However, because his little father was looking at him expectantly, Gu Chen could only suppress his discomfort.
After Lin Yang took the child, he asked Gu Chen a few questions. Gu Chen just nodded or shook his head. Then, without anyone noticing, he suddenly had a pocket watch in his hand and started waving it in front of Gu Chen.
Xia Ran held her breath, afraid of disturbing Lin Yang.
Even Yu Chao, who had just finished washing the fruit, stopped in his tracks and didn't dare to approach.
Xia Ran watched helplessly as Gu Chen drifted off to sleep in Lin Yang's arms, while Lin Yang asked a question.
"Xiao Chen, tell your uncle, what's the thing you want to say right now?"
"I'm afraid..." Gu Chen murmured softly, his eyes still slightly red.
Lin Yang paused, then simply put the wall watch away.
"Xiao Chen, wake up, don't sleep." Lin Yang woke Gu Chen up and then handed him back to Xia Ran.
Gu Chen, now in Xia Ran's arms, had also regained consciousness. He looked at Xia Ran somewhat blankly, seemingly not understanding how he had ended up in his little father's arms.
Although he was a little confused, he was still very happy, as long as no one else was holding him.
"Dr. Lin, how is Xiao Chen?" Xia Ran asked impatiently.
Lin Yang took off his glasses, glanced at Yu Chao in front of him, and then answered.
"It's nothing. He's probably just a little bit autistic from birth, and it's probably due to his family and environment that he's like that. He feels very differently about you. Just stay by his side and let him gradually interact with the outside world, and he'll be fine."