The Su Family lived on the east end of the village close to where the entrance was. Su Mian’s father, Su Jiang Hai, was well known in the village as a good man. This was why the villagers were willing to find Su Jian Hai and his wife when problems occurred.
“Who got bitten? Where’s Su Jiang Hai?” He Qin was anxious and worried that Su Jiang Hai had been injured. After a few steps, she almost tripped over a pile of snow in the yard but was caught by Su Mian who was following close behind.
Su Jin Long fiercely glared at Su Mian, “Su Mian, you bearer of bad fortune. This is all because Father went to find medicinal herbs for you. If he encounters any misfortune, I will hate you forever!”
Su Mian was slightly puzzled. In her previous life, she never fell so severely, thus Su Jiang Hai never went to find out to look for herbs.
It seemed that her rebirth was the cause of the change of events.
“Four people got bitten. My brother’s injury is the most severe. Uncle Su only received light injuries.” It was the second son from the Liu Family who lived next door who spoke. Everyone called him Liu Er.
When Su Mian arrived, she saw Liu Da lying on the ground. His cotton-padded jacket around his chest and a large part of his face was drenched in blood. Blood was still flowing out from the bite on his neck.
His carotid artery is injured!
“Have you called for Doctor Ma?”
“Quickly call for Doctor Ma!”
The villagers all cried in exclamation.
Doctor Ma was the village’s only doctor. He lived on the west side of the village and would require at least half an hour to arrive. Liu Da’s condition probably could not wait for Doctor Ma.
After a while, the other villagers, who had heard the news, surrounded the road. The men stood closer while the timid women and children stood afar.
He Qin ran to Su Jiang Hai and examined him from head to toe. Seeing that there was no major injury on him, she was slightly relieved, “Where did it bite you?”
Su Jiang Hai raised his hand in front of her, “It’s only a cut on the wrist from the wolf’s claw. Just a little blood, nothing to worry about.”
“Uncle Su, I heard that Su Hong has returned. Isn’t she part of the Health Division? Can’t she take a look at my brother?” Liu Er was quick-witted and asked.
“Liu Er, that’s smart of you! Su Hong is still around.” Someone said and went to call for Su Hong.
Su Hong and her mother, Bai Yu Lan, were currently eating a meal at home. When they heard someone shouting for them, they also came out.
“Su Hong, I beg you, please step forward and take a look at my brother!” Liu Er said and immediately kneeled on the ground.
At this time, Su Hong was only 21 years old. She had a squarish face with thin eyes and wore a newly made red cotton-padded jacket.
Being watched by so many eyes caused her to blush as she stood elegantly still.
Su Mian never imagined Su Hong to become so malicious in the future.
Su Hong hesitated slightly. Although she had studied medicine in the army for more than three years, she had never seen a real patient. She usually performed body examinations, checked for fever, common cold, muscle strain, etc.
“This… I’m afraid I won’t be able to help. It’s…it’s best to wait for Doctor Ma.” Su Hong said before hiding behind Bai Yu Lan.
She had clearly seen Liu Da’s situation from amongst the crowd. He was bleeding from the carotid artery. If it was not treated properly, it would result in death. She did not dare to risk her future and reputation.
“Liu Da’s injury is too severe. Even Su Hong cannot treat it!”
“I think it’s unlikely that Liu Da will make it.”
“Why isn’t Doctor Ma here yet!”
Everyone’s words caused Liu Er’s eyes to darken. He kneeled on the ground and cried loudly, “Please, someone please save my brother. Whoever saves my brother, I’m willing to work like an ox for him!” After saying so, he immediately kowtowed to everyone.
“Let me try.” Su Mian walked out from the crowd.
Liu Er raised his head in surprise. When he saw it was Su Mian, the surprise in his eyes dimmed, “Are…are you able to save him?”
Everyone in the village knew Su Mian was normally a timid and clumsy kid. After all, she was the one who rolled down the valley when frightened. Could she still save someone?
“Second Brother Liu, let me try. Doctor Ma will take half an hour to arrive. Big Brother Liu’s neck is injured. If even a few more minutes passed without treatment, it will be too late for him.” Su Mian did not know when but she was already holding onto a gauze and clean strip of cloth.
Liu Er was still hesitant at first, but after hearing Su Mian’s words, he did not have a choice and looked at Su Jiang Hai.
“My daughter, life is priceless. Can you really do it?” Su Jiang Hai also did not believe that his timid daughter would step forward.
“Father, have faith in me. I’ll only be helping him to temporarily stop the bleeding. Afterwards, he’ll still have to be brought to the county’s hospital.” Su Mian looked at Su Jiang Hai. Her clear eyes shone in the darkness of the night.
