Mark Of The Destiny

"Join the hospital," Wang Shi blurted out.

"WHAT? NO…. NEVER…. JUST GO FROM HERE."

Suyin pushed to her feet and went inside. She looked around the office and the next moment strode to his oak desk and opened the drawers one by one.

"Are you looking for this?" He dangled the car key in front of her. "Was my demand so big that you reacted like this? I barely asked you to join my hospital. And trust me, I won't let you work get affected. Just two hours. DAILY."

"...."

Upon seeing the key in his hand, she placed her hands at her waist, seriously pondering whether to hit him or not. If this was any other man, he would have received a kick on his third leg a long back. But sadly the man before her was her crush… her favorite Wang Shi! Just thinking about his third leg, all she could do was blush and nothing else.

"I'M NOT A DOCTOR. Other than English and mandarin I don't know any other language to make you understand its meaning." She saw him glancing outside the balcony, and scowled, "I'm talking to you. Pay attention."

As she raised her hands to get the keys, he dodged, "Nice weather to get some fresh air! Let me drop you home."

"…"

'Where did that come from? What is he thinking? And why is he smiling? Though s.e.xy, it's scaring me.'

Undoubtedly Honey was his son! The boy who could run both hot and cold at the same time could only come out of his s.p.e.r.ms! And not surprisingly, both father and son were giving her headache.

Can she reconsider her crush!?

"C'mon. Don't keep standing," With one hand he grabbed her hand and with the other her purse kept on the table. "You waste so much time thinking, Suyin,"

"I can drive," Suyin ignored the curious gaze of the bob cut woman as they passed by her desk, wondering the reason of her presence till late night.

Wang Shi nodded, "I know."

She waited for him to say something more, but that was the end of the sentence. Sigh! She pinched the space between her brows.

"Then why are YOU coming?"

"To drop you home. Other than English and mandarin I don't know any other language to make you understand its meaning."

"…"

"Wang Shi…."

"Suyin….."

"Continue giving me the look inside." Wang Shi put his hand at the small of her back and steered her inside the elevator. She tried to shift on her slippers upon noticing the bob cut woman peeking at them. How she wished she could just strangle her for being so nosy!

"You've a very annoying receptionist,"

"I know. She's getting nosier, I'll get her removed."

"Whatever." Instantly she moved to the corner, away from the man. "Speak,"

He faced her inside the elevator, "You cannot deny, medical and social services work parallel. Almost daily troubled people are brought by social services who need treatment and counseling. Similarly, hospitals approach you for the suspected cases like Mingyu's. How about I create a department to help the needy and fund sixty percent of their expenses in the collaboration with your ministry? Sounds good?"

Her lips twitched. Indeed, it was an attractive offer but there was no such thing as a free lunch. A moment ago he asked her to join the hospital and now he wanted to create a department in the collaboration of her ministry. Can't he come clear what's going on in his mind?

"What's the catch?.... And give me this," She took her bag from him. It was odd to let him hold it for her. They are not husband and wife! Anyway, she would never let her husband do that? If she got any.

*DING*

The arrival of the elevator put a temporary stop on their discussion as she exhaled. But the man caught her hand and pulled her outside, garnering raised brows from don't know how many people.

From the peripheral vision of hers, she noticed Li Han and nurse Miya gawking at them with wide eyes.

Hold on! Have Dr. He Jeff gave a thumbs up just now? Why?

What are these people thinking?

No!

That not the point!

What are they doing here late at night?

Don't they have a family?

"Wang Shi, can you let go of my hand?" She tried to pull away, but his grip was tight.

"Oh! Sorry," He let it go and rubbed the back of his neck in shame. The excitement of finding Zz was so intense that he forgot everything. But that's not entirely his fault. Suyin had been so natural and easy-going that he never felt the wall of awkwardness between them.

And now when she's Zz, he can't be any more relaxed. After all they had been working together for over four years.

"Where to?"

"Water wind tower,"

"Oh! it's a 'big building'," He murmured, receiving a confused glare. "Nothing, private joke."

"…"

"And I'm waiting," When the car crossed the gates of the hospital she reminded him of their incomplete conversation.

"So where was I?.... yes…. You asked me about the catch" A calculating look flashed across his eyes. "You and I will head the project together….AND before you reject, let me finish."

"…."

Indeed, Suyin was about to retort. She had barely opened her mouth when he forced her to close it back. "Continue,"

"Merci! People's Hospital and laboratories will fund it as CSR and apply it to all the branch hospitals. Don't forget People's Hospital is a brand in itself. Many more companies would join the cause. I can guarantee that. This will be a significant help to the ministry who is always short of funds. And all I'm asking in return is two hours of your time. Is it too much?"

"When did you come up with this idea?"

"Just now,"

"….." 'No doubt he created his own empire at a young age.'

She sighed.

"You're not asking for MY time but Zz's,"

"Are they both different? Rest assured, you can keep your identity hidden." He gestured at the space between them, "Our secret,"

"And what exactly you want me to do in those two hours?"

"Part diagnosis and part department work. All right, mostly diagnosis!"

What followed was a deafening silence between them. Wang Shi patted his fingers on the steering wheels, anxiously waiting for her reply. When his car approached nearer to the said address, and she was still holding onto her silence, he reached the brink of his patience yet was afraid to say something.

Was his demand so big? All he wanted was to work with her. And maybe the passion she had suppressed inside her heart would surface again upon facing the patients in real. Maybe one day she decides to make a comeback.

"Stop here," With a screech sound he pulled over. A quick glance outside the window proved that they have reached their destination in no time at all.

Before getting out of the car she looked at him and spoke coldly, "You are not only a talented doctor but an excellent businessman as well. Sadly…. You are not looking for Zhao Suyin, the secretary-General but Zz with whom you enjoy solving medical mysteries. I'll repeat one last time…. I M NOT A DOCTOR. There's no coming back for me."

Though disappointed by her decision he was somewhat aware it wouldn't be easy to convince her. But it's okay; there would be many more opportunities.

Suyin pointed at her clothes, "Thanks for them. I'll buy you new as promised."

She then alighted from the car and walked towards the building.

Wang Shi saw her leaving. A sense of melancholy crossed his mind, and he honked, praying for her to look back once.

Just when he thought she wouldn't…. she did turn back.

He let the car roof folded and asked, "Forgot your car?"

"Nope. If I'll take it back, how would you go home? On foot?" A subtle smile came at the corner of her lips. "Get it delivered tomorrow,"

"Can I assume you're not upset?"

"Do I look like?"

"Yes,"

She smiled, "These trivial things don't upset me. Do something bigger. At least you were true all this while and didn't hide your intentions."

Now it was Wang Shi's turn to smile, 'Thanks…. This means I can try harder."

"WHAT? NO…. WAIT…. HEY…. LISTEN TO ME….. YOUUUUUU….."

He didn't wait for her response and sped up, leaving a baffled Suyin stomping in anger.

He chuckled seeing her reflection in the front mirror and could swear how adorable she looks with puffed cheeks. Just like Honey!

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