"Yes. But the lymph nodes haven't metastasized," Qin Si Ye said in a low voice.
"Oh. That's good news. It means Uncle's condition isn't as serious as we thought." Yin Xi felt the heavy stone in her heart finally lift.
"However, Director Du says that genetic testing is still necessary. If a mutation is found, targeted therapy will still be needed," Qin Si Ye said.
"Okay. Then we'll do as the doctor says. If it needs to be done, then do it. Taking targeted therapy won't cause much harm to the body."
"I'm heading over to see him now," Yin Xi said, fastening her seatbelt.
"No need." Qin Si Ye stopped her. "I told you this not because I want you to rush over immediately. I wanted to ask how the Chinese medicine prescription is coming along. I mentioned your Chinese medicine adjuvant therapy to Director Du, and he said it's completely feasible."
"One herb is still missing. I asked the pharmacy to place an order yesterday. It should arrive soon." Yin Xi paused and then asked, "Can Uncle eat normally today?"
"He can drink soup, but he doesn't eat much," Qin Si Ye replied.
Yin Xi said, "Then there's no rush. Although Chinese medicine has fewer side effects on the body, its taste is quite strong and can irritate the stomach and intestines. After surgery, it can only be taken when bodily functions have basically recovered and appetite has normalized."
"Alright." Qin Si Ye's tense mood eased slightly after hearing her explanation. He continued, "How is Grandma doing? Has she become suspicious of anything?"
"A little. But after I arrive, I'll explain it to her, and she'll believe me completely." Yin Xi briefly recounted her conversation with Xu Zhi Lan to him. She didn't mention anything about marriage.
After hanging up the phone, Yin Xi started her car and drove towards Xing Lin Pharmacy.
On the second floor of the Qin family residence, in Qin Si Yu's room.
Mother and son entered, their faces cold and annoyed, one after the other. Qin Si Yu took off his jacket and threw it onto the bed.
"Mom, why did you force me to humble myself and call that woman 'sister-in-law' just now?"
"I... I just wanted you to build a good relationship with her. She'll soon be a member of the Qin family." Aunt Jiang was startled. She rarely saw her son get so angry. The last time was probably when his dog bit Yin Xi and was kicked into the water and drowned by Qin Si Ye.
"But your attempt to be friendly was met with disdain. Don't you think we're humiliating ourselves?" Qin Si Yu turned and looked at her with bloodshot eyes.
"I thought she'd be happy to hear the word 'sister-in-law.' I didn't expect her to be so unreasonable and suddenly interrupt you." Her face flushed slightly. Jiang Jie stepped forward and gently held her son's arm to comfort him.
"Si Yu, I'm sorry. I apologize for making you feel wronged just now. But I had no choice. We were met with a cold shoulder at the hospital, and we didn't get to speak much with your father. I... I was just anxious."
Hearing this, Qin Si Yu's anger gradually subsided. He held her hand and said, "Mom, I know your difficulties. But we can't grovel and beg others. Let's think of another way. Dad seemed quite happy to see me at the hospital earlier. If Qin Si Ye hadn't suddenly arrived, he would have talked to me for longer. By the way, Dad has a phone, right? We can contact him more often through phone calls to foster our relationship, and then he'll want to see me. Let's see who dares to stop us then."
"Yes. Si Yu, your analysis is very insightful, and your strategy is excellent. You've really grown up." Jiang Jie's face instantly broke into a smile. "Because of Meng Qi and Lu Yu Shan's matters, your father is very upset with me now. His heart has clearly tilted towards the other side. We only have the two of us here. Mom is counting on you for everything."