In the next more than a month, Mei Terumi always came to Kirigakure hospital intentionally or unintentionally, either to see his injured partner or to suffer a minor injury himself.
In short, she felt itchy and uncomfortable after not seeing Shaoyu for several days.
Everyone in the hospital, from the medical staff to the floor sweepers, knew tacitly that this talented girl had an extraordinary interest in the taciturn but outstanding-looking medical apprentice "Mizunotsuki Uha".
There were a lot of discussions in private, some were envious, some were puzzled, and some were secretly jealous.
But Mei Terumi has a special status, outstanding talent, and a character that is not weak to be bullied, so no one dares to gossip to his face.
This afternoon, the atmosphere in the hospital's surgical treatment room was a little tense.
A Kirigakure Chunin who suffered minor trauma during the mission was rushed to the hospital by his companions and required debridement and suture surgery.
The attending doctor on duty was experienced and prepared to perform the operation immediately.
Shaoyu, as an apprentice who has performed well recently and is allowed to observe and assist in simple operations, is also in the treatment room, responsible for passing equipment, assisting in disinfection and immobilizing the wounded.
The operation went smoothly. The injured man's companion, Kirigakure Genin, had scars on his face, fierce eyes, and was obviously in a bad mood.
Waiting anxiously in the corridor outside the disposal room, pacing back and forth, looking in through the glass window on the door from time to time.
Just as the operation was coming to an end, and Shaoyu was lowering his head to hand over the last suture needle, the attending doctor reluctantly handed over the last suture needle. The gaze of Genin outside the corridor accidentally fell on the side of Shaoyu's face through the glass.
"Damn, why is this boy so handsome?"
Shaoyu's face looked inexplicably dazzling in the eyes of Genin, who was already filled with anxiety and anger because his companion was injured.
How can a pretty boy stand in a place like this and pretend to assist in surgery?
His companion's life or death is uncertain outside, but this pretty boy is here pretending to be calm and calm?
Maybe it was because of this face that I got in!
An unknown evil fire mixed with prejudice and anger suddenly rushed into my heart.
After the operation was over, the wounded were pushed out of the treatment room and transferred to the observation ward.
Shaoyu followed the attending doctor out and prepared to clean the equipment. As soon as he walked out of the door, Genin who was waiting at the door suddenly stepped forward and blocked Shaoyu's way.
"Hey! You!"
Genin's voice was rough, with undisguised malice, and his fingers almost touched Shaoyu's nose.
"You were in there just now, were you careless and hurt my brother?! I saw your hands were shaking when you handed the needle! How dare an apprentice go to the operating table to help? Can you take responsibility if something goes wrong?!"
This accusation is baseless and is just looking for trouble.
"What the hell..."
The attending doctor next to him frowned and was about to scold him.
Shaoyu quickly lowered his head, his voice filled with fear and a hint of grievance that befitted his identity.
"Yes, I'm sorry... I... I was very careful, and I didn't..."
"No? I said yes!"
Genin saw his "weak and bully" look, and became even more arrogant, spitting almost on Shaoyu's face.
"You don't look like a good guy! I heard that you hang around in the hospital all day long and don't do your job properly! Do you think that if you are more handsome, you can stop looking at other ninjas?!"
The surrounding air seemed to have solidified, and some nurses, other patients, and family members looked over and pointed.
The attending doctor's face darkened.
"Watch your words! Yu just performed very well without any mistakes! This is not a place for you to run wild!"
However, Genin seemed determined to cause trouble, or in other words, he was stimulated even more irrationally by his nameless anger and the "cowardice" Shaoyu deliberately showed at this moment.
He still cursed relentlessly, and even reached out to push Shaoyu.
At this tense moment--
"Stop!"
A clear and angry female voice came from not far away.
Everyone followed the sound and saw Mei Terumi, who was wearing a dark ninja outfit that was easy to move around, but still couldn't hide his bright appearance, walking quickly, with a layer of frost covering his face.
She obviously happened to be passing by, and behind her were two young ninjas who seemed to be her companions.
Mei Terumi walked straight in front of Genin, releasing the powerful chakra aura without concealment. Those charming eyes were as sharp as knives at the moment, staring at the opponent coldly.
"What did you just say? Say it again?"
When Genin saw clearly who the person was, the anger and arrogance he was filled with was as if a basin of ice water had been poured over his head, extinguished in an instant, leaving only the bone-deep chill and fear.
Mei Terumi! Kirigakure is recognized as a genius by the younger generation, the owner of double Kekkei Genkai, and the heir of the Terumi Clan!
No matter the strength, status or the power behind it, it is far beyond what his little Genin can provoke.
"Mei Terumi-sama..."
Genin's voice immediately dropped an octave, and cold sweat broke out on his forehead.
"I-I just... he..."
"How is he?"
Mei Terumi interrupted him with a cold tone.
"He is a staff member of the hospital and is performing his duties. What qualifications do you have to shout and swear here? Do you want to question the hospital's arrangements, or do you want to provoke Kirigakure's discipline?"
"Don't dare! Absolutely don't dare!"
Genin was so frightened that he waved his hands repeatedly, wishing he could slap himself in the mouth.
"I was confused! I was too anxious just now and spoke indiscriminately! I'm sorry! I'm sorry, Mr. Mei Terumi! I'm sorry for this... little brother!"
He hurriedly bowed and apologized to Shaoyu in an extremely humble manner.
Mei Terumi snorted coldly and did not look at him again. Instead, he turned to Shaoyu, his eyes instantly softened with concern.
"Yujun, are you okay? Are you injured?"
Shaoyu raised his head, with just the right amount of fear and gratitude in his gray-blue eyes. He shook his head, his voice a little hoarse.
"I'm fine, thank you Mr. Terumi Clan for coming to the rescue."
"It's okay."
Mei Terumi breathed a sigh of relief, and then glared at the silent Genin.
"Get out of here! Don't be an eyesore here!"
Genin ran away as if he had received an amnesty, and even did not dare to go to his companion's ward for the time being.
The crowd of onlookers gradually dispersed, and the attending doctor Nin also patted Shaoyu on the shoulder, comforted him, and then went about his own business.
Only Mei Terumi and her companions were left in the corridor, as well as Shaoyu, who lowered his head slightly and seemed to be still frightened.
"Really, how could there be such an unreasonable person?"
Mei Terumi complained softly, looking at Shaoyu's pale face, a pity filled his heart.
"Jun Yu, if you encounter something like this in the future, don't be afraid. Just tell the doctor or... tell me."