Chapter 11 - 11: [Love] and [Desire]

If I could marry her, I would surely be very happy... She's so gentle, she would definitely be a good wife and mother... In an instant, he even thought of the child's name. Zhu Haomiao suddenly jolted awake, expecting to receive a warning against improper thoughts again, but to his surprise, the "Book of Black" had no reaction. A moment later, he had a subtle realization. Love and lust cannot be confused, even though their goals are the same, their starting points are completely different. Normally, love and lust are mixed together, and ordinary people can't distinguish which one is more prevalent. As the saying goes, most love at first sight is just a spark of lust... Searᴄh the NôᴠelFirё.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Pure love without the slightest desire is against human nature, and only a saint can achieve it. Similarly, pure lust without even a trace of love is extremely rare, it's the trait of a true demon. Humans are in between, with some having more love and some having more lust. Right now, his love for this woman was slightly more than his desire. Of course, this "love" is only slightly higher than affection, merely the most basic, shallow, and vague liking, far from profound. But this feeling was born from his true desires, it was his will, not an impulse driven by lust, so the "Book of Black" had no reaction. After all, the "Book of Black" doesn't care if one is good or evil, a saint or a demon... It only cares... whether the desire is true to one's heart! As the inscription on the cover says: Stay true to yourself, do as you wish! As Zhu Haomiao was lost in thought, the school nurse finished applying the ointment and nodded in satisfaction. "Alright, get up." "Huh?" Still immersed in the comfortable massage, Zhu Haomiao dumbly sat up, astonished to find himself almost healed! The excruciating pain all over his body had become delayed onset muscle soreness from intense exercise, still uncomfortable but no longer hindering normal activities. Even more amazingly, his leg, which had been swollen and blackened, was now completely back to normal, with only faint bruise marks visible. As he got off the examination bed, he gently pushed his foot against the floor, and the feeling from his leg assured Zhu Haomiao everything was normal. "..." Wasn't it supposed to take a hundred days to recover from muscle and bone injuries? Has it healed already? Is this the healing power of supernatural forces? It's terrifyingly powerful! Experiencing the mysteries of this world firsthand for the first time, the young man couldn't help but be excited. Could he also wield such surreal power? Suddenly, a horrifying thought crossed his mind, and his dilated pupils suddenly shrank to pinpoints! Oh no! I don't have health insurance!! Taking a sharp breath, Zhu Haomiao suppressed his nervousness and looked at the school nurse with grave eyes. "Teacher, I don't have health insurance..." This extraordinary medical treatment must be expensive... hopefully not too outrageous... "What?" The young man blinked awkwardly, gathering his courage to speak. "I want to ask how much the treatment costs, and if I can pay in installments?" "Instal..." Looking at the young man's earnest, honest face, the school nurse's lips twitched uncontrollably, using great effort to hold back laughter. "No need, the fee is already included in the tuition you all pay." The young man scratched his head, honestly and distressingly confessing to the school nurse. "But I'm a special admission student, I haven't paid tuition, and I even get a little living allowance from the school every month..." "..." Did this kid learn stand-up comedy? Closing her eyes, the school nurse let out a long breath of fragrant aroma, suppressing her shaking shoulders with all her strength, and then opened her eyes to reply in a slightly trembling voice. "As long as you're a student or staff of Central Super, treatment at the school hospital is free." "Is there such a good thing?" Seeing the young man's eyes light up, his face full of 'I have a bold idea', the school nurse quickly changed the subject: "Alright, don't do any strenuous exercise for the next few days, you'll recover very soon." After advising Zhu Haomiao, the school nurse looked into his eyes, her smile fading, turning serious and solemn. "In addition, I must remind you that your internal issues are more severe than your external injuries." "Huh? What's the matter?" "Severe malnutrition, developmental delay, endocrine disorders. If not quickly corrected, at worst, it could lead to cognitive impairment or stunted growth, at worst, life-threatening situations." "..." Nothing much else, but hearing that he might never grow taller, Zhu Haomiao instantly panicked. He didn't want to be like the Yodel People! "Do you have some sort of eating disorder? Or is there financial difficulty at home? Why aren't you eating?" After washing her hands, the school nurse sat back in her ergonomic chair and gently asked. Taking this opportunity, Zhu Haomiao got dressed, shaking his head gravely. The monthly allowance from the school wasn't much, but it was enough, and with no tuition and accommodation fees, he wasn't under much financial pressure. The real reason for his malnutrition couldn't be disclosed, so he mumbled vaguely and evasively. "I actually eat a lot; it's just that my digestion isn't great..." Hearing this, the school nurse raised an eyebrow, taking a deep look at Zhu Haomiao, sensing the evasion in his words but considerately not pressing further. "Since it's an absorption issue, you should come by every day to get nutrient infusion, I'll be here from 9 AM to 5 PM." "Also, you need to eat well, don't be picky..." "Eat more meat, eggs, and dairy, and maintain nutritional balance..." Listening to the endless nagging in his ear, even knowing she was merely being a kind-hearted healer, caring for everyone in the same way, the young man couldn't help being touched. Feeling cared for by someone else for the first time since crossing into this world, Zhu Haomiao smiled and nodded. "Got it, thank you, teacher." "You're welcome, off you go." After giving medical advice, the school nurse picked up the tablet on the desk again, leaned back gently, and lay like a lazy cat in her ergonomic chair. Feeling the unintentional allure she exuded, Zhu Haomiao's heart stirred, and after some soul-searching, a relieved smile spread across his face. Folks, this is not driven by lust! The "Book of Black" can testify! "Teacher, do you have a boyfriend?" "Huh?" Her gaze slowly moved from the tablet screen, the school nurse adjusted her glasses on her straight nose, her eyes full of a thousand charms holding confusion. With her keen intelligence, she had already picked up on the young man's hidden subtext, finding it even more preposterous. This kid... could he really have something wrong in his head? But seeing the young man's confident, sincere, clear, stubborn... and foolish gaze, the school nurse couldn't help but shake her head with a mix of amusement and exasperation.