chapter 42

Chapter 42: The Reason for Losing Voice.

The doctor and the man on the bed exchanged a silent gaze, saying nothing.

The butler brought in a glass of water. The doctor reached out to take it, the glass was almost within his grasp.

However, the man on the bed suddenly spoke.

"Bring the water here."

Nan Yi realized the command was for him. He took the glass, which was nearly handed to the doctor.

The doctor raised an eyebrow, said nothing, and casually handed over the medication to Nan Yi.

Nan Yi approached He Yu Shen and offered him the water. Those profound, captivating eyes glanced at the glass, then back at Nan Yi.

One second passed, then two, then three. Still, there was no move to take the water.

Nan Yi slightly furrowed his brow, pushing the glass a bit closer.

The doctor, watching from the side, was getting somewhat impatient. He'd never seen someone so hesitating. Could it be that He Yu Shen prefers someone so clueless?

He kindly suggested, "If he doesn't take it, just feed it to him."

Nan Yi looked up at the alpha.

Those deep eyes were still fixed on him, making him slightly nervous, causing the water in the glass to ripple.

After a moment of hesitation, Nan Yi sat beside He Yu Shen, presenting both the water and medicine.

The alpha first popped the medicine into his mouth, then took a sip of the water offered.

The smooth sensation brushed against his hand - ticklish, damp. Nan Yi wondered why He Yu Shen extended his tongue when taking the medicine.

Even when drinking, the tip of a soft pink tongue appeared first.

It's said that those who extend their tongue before drinking are also good kissers.

"No offense, Mr. He, but didn't you just have your wedding recently? Ignoring your high-quality Omega at home and keeping a lover. Aren't you afraid of causing a scene?"

The doctor looked at the two with a touch of disdain.

Nan Yi certainly was good-looking. If anyone else were pampering the Omega before him, the doctor wouldn't have found it unusual.

As for He Yu Shen, he had rejected countless beauties that threw themselves at him. Even during his vulnerable periods, he had never sought an omega's assistance.

He always believed that He Yu Shen wouldn't be swayed by mere beauty or pheromones, yet now he had taken in one — a married man, no less, and kept him at home.

Nan Yi's hand, which was offering water, trembled once again.

He Yu Shen gave him a silent, icy glance.

"Moreover, can a low-quality Omega really handle you?"

Nan Yi's face turned crimson immediately.

"Hu Wen, perhaps you should speak less."

"Also, why didn't you come on the day of my wedding?" He Yu Shen asked, furrowing his brows.

At the time, he had just casually married a high-quality omega. He Yu Shen didn't pay much attention to the wedding details. The guests weren't numerous, with most being from Nan Zhai Min's side.

"I was abroad."

"You sent the wedding gift, that's all that matters."

Gathering his belongings, Hu Wen stood up, "I'll take my leave now."

"Keep these medicines safe, and as for the dosage, consult the instructions."

Yawning, Hu Wen turned to leave.

He Yu Shen didn't call out to keep him, but when he saw Nan Yi, who had already risen, he called out to the man nearing the door.

"Hu Wen, wait."

"What is it? Still in pain?"

"I have a question."

Nan Yi collected the medicines that Hu Wen had just set down, storing them in the bedside table drawer.

"Hmm?" Hu Wen responded, curiously raising an eyebrow.

"His voice loss isn't congenital. Is it treatable?"

Nan Yi paused in placing the medicines, his breath halted, and his fingertips trembled slightly.

Was He Yu Shen asking on his behalf?

Nan Yi felt a bit anxious, standing stiffly with discomfort.

"It depends on the cause. Conditions like acute laryngitis or vocal cord paralysis are treatable."

"What if it's neither?" He Yu Shen inquired.

"Then a detailed examination at a specialized institution is required."

Hu Wen cast a casual glance at Nan Yi.

"Your little companion can't speak?"

Not only is he a lower-grade omega who can't speak, yet He Yu Shen is still willing to keep him at home.

Suddenly intrigued, Hu Wen returned to the bedroom and sat down.

"Tell me, what caused the loss of voice?"

The gossip evident on his face was rather blatant. He Yu Shen looked at him with a hint of disdain, but had to admit that Hu Wen's medical expertise was commendable.

"Nan Yi, come here," he called to the still figure.

Nan Yi turned stiffly and walked over, sitting down beside him.

Such obedience.

"Do you want your voice back?" he asked.

Of course, Nan Yi wished to speak. He hesitated briefly before nodding.

"Then explain to him the reason for the voice loss. You can do that, right?"

Nan Yi hesitated for a much longer time. He Yu Shen didn't rush him but waited patiently.

Until Nan Yi nodded again.

"When did you become so patient?" Hu Wen remarked.

Nan Yi's upward gaze faltered momentarily, his face flushing awkwardly.

Indeed, He Yu Shen had become gentler towards him.

And he, too...

"You're still the same," He Yu Shen's tone was even.

"Hmm?"

"Still as talkative." Pure disdain.

Hu Wen: ...........

Absolutely no respect for the doctor treating him.

Such people, best left undisturbed.

"Little Omega, from now on, answer every question I ask."

Hu Wen took out a pen from his pocket and a sheet of paper, looking somewhat professional. If you ignored his mustard-colored pajamas and slippers.

Nan Yi nodded and shifted his phone towards Hu Wen.

“How did the loss of voice occur?”

[Drowning.]

“Caused by drowning. Can you make some sounds, even faintly?”

[Yes.]

“When did the drowning occur?”

[At seven years old.]

“Seven years old!” Hu Wen found it hard to believe.

“Was there any medical consultation at that time to diagnose the cause of the muteness?”

Nan Yi paused and shook his head.

The Alpha on the bed listened to their entire conversation. Hearing that the Omega had nearly drowned at such a young age and no one took him to the hospital, he frowned.

“Children are inherently vulnerable, and drowning can be traumatic. If water enters the respiratory tract through the throat repeatedly, prolonged irritation could damage the vocal cords. In severe cases, it could lead to complete vocal cord damage, resulting in muteness,” Hu Wen explained.

After hearing this, Nan Yi’s face turned pale.

Hu Wen glanced at him, his face as pale as the patient on the bed, and continued explaining.

“There's also the possibility that the muteness is psychological, resulting from the trauma. If no one took him to the hospital for observation and counseling, this issue could persist into adulthood.”

“Both are possibilities; a detailed examination at the hospital is needed to confirm.”

Hu Wen put down the paper and pen in his hands.

“I have to leave now. Whether or not to go to the hospital for an examination is up to you to discuss.”

The last sentence was directed at the person behind Nan Yi.