"Brother Yang, what's really going on with Yu Meng's condition? Is it really that serious?"
Song Yifan's tone was filled with urgency.
Dr. Yang pondered, as if searching for the right words to explain.
"You should understand that so-called psychological illnesses are often accompanied by physical ailments. Miss Wei is likely no different. If the condition had been taken seriously in its early stages, it would have likely improved. But I suspect that in her past treatments, Miss Wei only addressed the psychological aspects and didn't investigate the issues in her brain, is that correct?"
Wei Yu Meng remained silent. It was indeed as he said.
She had always believed that psychological problems only required corresponding psychological treatment.
She never imagined her situation was more severe than she had anticipated.
"Originally, your symptoms should have manifested as depression caused by a brain issue. Now, this condition has worsened to the point where you're experiencing cognitive impairment, similar to other cases abroad where patients see their reflection in a mirror and feel like they're looking at a stranger, even fear them.
Your situation is slightly better than theirs, merely the beginning of cognitive impairment."
"What should I do then? Do I still have a chance to get better?" Wei Yu Meng asked, this being her most pressing concern.
This question caused Brother Yang to frown. "It's hard to say. To be honest, even among the cases I've seen, few have fully recovered. This type of illness can affect families and those around the patient."
Wei Yu Meng's heart sank at his words. It could affect her family.
Would Zhan Mo Han and the children, and even Mu Lin Jing, be impacted by her?
Song Yifan, still confused, asked, "Are you saying this illness is contagious?"
"It's not a physiological contagion like bacteria. It's more of a psychological interaction. For example, one day, you might completely lose control of your condition, fail to recognize your family, treat them as enemies, and even harm them.
I once witnessed a patient like this stab their family members, not even sparing their children. They became quite dangerous individuals, though in their eyes, they might have been acting in self-defense."
Dr. Yang spoke with a serious expression. "Therefore, I still advise you to undergo systematic treatment before your condition deteriorates further. For their safety, it's best to maintain distance. However..."
"However, what?" Wei Yu Meng inquired.
"As I mentioned, due to the unique and rare nature of this illness, I cannot definitively say if a complete recovery is possible."
Wei Yu Meng stumbled back a step. Was her condition truly this severe?
So severe that she would have to leave her loved ones, her family?
Song Yifan also frowned, his expression grim. "But her symptoms aren't that severe yet. Is there no room for mitigation? For example, are there medications that can slow the deterioration of the illness?"
"I'm afraid, to my knowledge, there aren't any," Dr. Yang replied with a sigh. "I understand this outcome is difficult for you to accept, but it is the reality. However, considering Miss Wei's situation, perhaps things aren't as dire as they seem. My suggestion is that you observe her condition for a while longer.
I'll prescribe some medication for you to try. If her condition doesn't worsen in the coming days, there might indeed be a chance for recovery. But if it deteriorates, you should make a decision as soon as possible."
"Alright, that's all we can do for now."
Song Yifan spoke, casting a cautious glance at Wei Yu Meng.
He was deeply worried that Wei Yu Meng would not be able to accept such news. It was simply too cruel.
Wei Yu Meng remained silent until Dr. Yang left, staring blankly into space, lost in her thoughts.
"Yu Meng, don't worry. As Brother Yang said, perhaps things aren't that bad yet."
Song Yifan said, placing a cup of hot water in Wei Yu Meng's hands. Wei Yu Meng felt a trace of warmth.
She had never imagined she would be separated from her family due to illness. She had always believed that no matter what happened, as long as the family was together, they could overcome anything.
But now? If her presence truly became a burden to her family, could she still remain in their home?
Song Yifan comforted Wei Yu Meng. "If you're worried about your condition affecting your family, you can stay with me these few days. I live alone, so it won't affect anyone else. You can leave once your condition is stable, okay?"
Wei Yu Meng thought for a moment before nodding. "Thank you for the trouble."
Even though the doctor said her condition wasn't that severe, she absolutely did not want her family to take any risks, especially the risk of being harmed because of her.
This was something she could not allow to happen, so Song Yifan's suggestion resolved a dilemma in her heart.
"How can this be trouble? Don't ever say you're troubling me again."
Song Yifan looked at her gently, reaching out to stroke Wei Yu Meng's hair in a gesture of comfort. "I'll come up with an excuse for Mr. Zhan to reassure him for now. You just stay here with peace of mind."
In the following days, Wei Yu Meng desperately wished for a miracle, hoping her condition would gradually improve.
However...
Wei Yu Meng opened her eyes again and looked at the unfamiliar ceiling. For a moment, she couldn't quite comprehend where she was, what she was doing, or why she was there.
Wei Yu Meng's mind felt blank, as if trying to recall something but unable to grasp it.
She looked around, trying to piece together what had happened. Finally, after more than ten minutes, she remembered.
Right, she was at Song Yifan's place. Her condition had begun to worsen, and she was sleeping for longer periods.
She even noticed she was starting to forget things.
Even if she had just finished doing something, she would suddenly forget and start doing it again.
One night, she clearly remembered sleeping in the guest room, but when she woke up, she was on the living room sofa.
After asking Song Yifan, she learned that she had started sleepwalking and had displayed violent tendencies during that time, slashing a fruit in the room with a knife.
All of this undoubtedly pointed to her danger.
As expected, she could no longer return home.
It was precisely because she loved Zhan Mo Han and her children that she didn't want them to face danger because of her.
Wei Yu Meng, in a daze, walked out of the bedroom into the living room. Song Yifan was busy in the kitchen.
"Yu Meng, you're awake? I'll be done with breakfast soon. Today, it's still your favorite..."
Before Zhan Mo Han could finish speaking, Wei Yu Meng interrupted him.
"Yifan, can you do me a favor? While I'm still clear-headed."
Song Yifan was slightly taken aback, then nodded. "Okay, I understand."