Dr. Shin Seonhan: The Doctor Who Sees The Future [EN]: Chapter 98

#98 Reversal of Fortune (7)

“Let’s see… if you refresh in about five minutes, it should be there,”

I said casually.

Doctor Heo Gi-jin looked at me with a dubious expression.

And five minutes later.

He checked the monitor screen, and his eyes widened.

As I said, the video analysis results were already there.

Doctor Heo Gi-jin looked at me as if he had just witnessed a magic show.

“Wow, it really came that fast… how did you do it?”

“I just sent a text message requesting cooperation.”

“A text message?”

“Yes. Politely.”

Doctor Heo Gi-jin tilted his head at my simple answer.

“That’s strange. Doctor Chu Geun-deok wasn’t usually like this… it’s not like he suddenly changed.”

I chuckled inwardly.

No one would know what had transpired between Doctor Chu Geun-deok and me.

Moreover, it would be even harder to imagine an intern holding a fellow’s [a doctor who has completed their residency and is pursuing further specialized training] weakness.

‘But my ability is being used like this sometimes.’

I reflected on my memories.

The precognitive abilities I had experienced so far felt like they were testing me.

But this time, it’s different.

Is it like someone is giving me a break after all my hard work?

I even feel like someone is actively helping me.

‘Anyway, I can’t figure out this ability at all.’

It’s like unpredictable weather.

Sometimes it drives me to the edge of a cliff like a rough storm, and sometimes it gives me wings like a gentle tailwind.

Anyway, thanks to this ability, the neurosurgery schedule in July seemed to be flowing smoothly, as if I were sitting in first class.

“Seon-han is doing a really good job… I’m too timid to push for things like this….”

“Just leave it to me in the future.”

“Okay, I’m counting on you!”

Doctor Heo Gi-jin patted me as if he trusted me.

After that, I was able to quickly receive various video analyses from Chu Geun-deok whenever I needed them.

That’s how smoothly the days went by.

Perhaps this is also part of the process of becoming a doctor.

To work means to interact with people.

There are good people and bad people.

It was amazing that I could create new relationships with the ability to see the future.

And finally, the long-awaited August arrived.

#Summer Sea Serendipity (1)

Dawn of the first day of August.

I was unfolding a travel carrier in my room.

“Let’s see… did I forget anything?”

Casual clothes.

Pajamas.

Toiletries.

Headphones.

A book I wanted to read.

Charging battery.

Etc., etc.

I put in all the things I thought I would need for a month.

‘But it’s been a long time since I packed for a trip… I wonder how many years it’s been?’

When I think about it, I haven’t really been on a trip much.

I have no experience of traveling abroad, which everyone else has.

That’s because I didn’t have the financial means to do so, and I wasn’t interested in it.

But I did take a solo railway trip across the country once when I was a college student.

I still remember the refreshing breeze I felt when I left for the trip in light clothes that day.

Anyway, it’s been a long time since I took out my travel bag, so it feels new.

“Are you leaving already?”

“Yes.”

My father came out to the living room early in the morning and said.

“Why don’t you have a spoonful of rice before you go?”

“I don’t have time. I’m supposed to take the train with my colleagues at Seoul Station.”

“What was it, you said you’re going to work somewhere for a month?”

I answered while busily tying my shoelaces.

“Gokdam.”

“Gokdam?”

“Yes.”

Gokdam.

A coastal city with a population of 350,000.

Yeonguk University Hospital has numerous affiliated hospitals across the country.

Our interns are regularly dispatched to some of these hospitals.

Of course, they are much smaller than Yeonguk University Hospital in terms of size.

Experiencing these smaller hospitals is also a valuable experience in a doctor’s career.

“Oh, my. You’re going to have a hard time going all the way to that far place.”

“It’s all experience.”

“Yes, it will be a very good experience. You have to come back in good health.”

My father said that, then suddenly became lost in reminiscence.

“Come to think of it, I went to Gokdam once when I was young. The scenery was nice, and it was a great city to visit. The people of Gokdam are famous for their passion, but sometimes it’s too much.”

As my father said that, my younger sister walked over, rubbing her eyes.

“Hey, buy me a gift when you come back.”

“A gift?”

“There must be local specialties there.”

Local specialties.

What is Gokdam famous for?

I briefly searched my memories.

It is famous for its bullet taxis, impatient people, and sea festivals….

I soon remembered something and said.

“Gokdam is famous for Gwamegi [half-dried herring or mackerel], I heard?”

“Then bring Gwamegi when you come.”

“What, you don’t even like Gwamegi.”

“Does the item matter? Sincerity is important. Anyway, buy something. If you come back empty-handed, I’ll kill you.”

She said that and tapped my butt with her foot.

It’s just being mean.

Anyway, it seems like my younger sister is always eager to pick a fight with me whenever she sees me.

“And, you’re not going to be working all month there, are you? Gokdam Beach is famous, so you’ll go to the beach for a day or so, right?”

“What are you trying to say?”

Slap.

My younger sister put her hand on my shoulder and said.

“Don’t cause trouble.”

“What?”

“Don’t get involved with a woman during the vacation season and cause trouble. A man must take good care of himself….”

“I’ll be back!”

I quickly cut off my younger sister’s words and left the door.

Anyway, she can’t say anything nice to her innocent younger brother.

“Hoo.”

I took a breath as I stepped out into the early morning street.

The street, which had just begun to dawn, was deserted.

A sky without a single cloud.

A travel bag in one hand.

My steps are light.

It reminds me of the refreshing feeling I felt when I went on a trip as a college student.

I enjoyed the fresh air and pulled my carrier toward the subway station.

* * *

By the time I arrived at Seoul Station, it was already completely bright.

I sat in the waiting room, drank bottled water, and sent a text message.

[Seon-han]: Where is everyone?

[Sodam]: Almost there. Shall we meet in front of Lotte리아 [a popular fast-food chain in South Korea]?

[Yeonseo]: One subway stop left. Lotte리아 okay~

[Geunwook]: I’m almost there too!!

Soon after, I encountered the wild Geunwookmon.

Oh?

He put some effort into his outfit.

He’s wearing sunglasses too?

The guy approached me with an excited expression and asked abruptly.

“How’s my outfit?”

I looked at Geunwook up and down.

Fortunately, it was much better than when we had a meeting in Gangnam Station.

No spandex tees.

No tight pants.

No big belts.

Etc.

Because I had repeatedly told him a few things yesterday, Geunwook’s fashion finally became bearable.

“It’s much better than before.”

“Thank you.”

“But why are you so concerned about your clothes when you’re going on a dispatch?”

Then Geunwook smiled.

“Hey, I’m going to the summer beach at a time when my blood is boiling, so I have to pay attention, right?”

“Anyone who hears that would think you’re going on vacation.”

“Even if it’s work, the feeling is new. When else do interns like us have time to change our mood?”

As we were talking, Yeonseo’s voice was heard from behind.

“Everyone came early?”

I turned my head.

And I almost dropped the water bottle I was holding.

It’s so different from Yeonseo’s usual appearance in the hospital.

Hair carefully styled.

A fluttering sleeveless outfit.

Her cool and well-proportioned figure catches the eye at once.

It’s a look that goes well with the summer weather.

“The atmosphere is a bit… very different from usual?”

Geunwook said, seemingly embarrassed, unable to take his eyes off Yeonseo.

As expected, the representative visual of Yeonguk University.

She stands out wherever she goes.

So much so that I can feel the numerous passersby at Seoul Station walking far away and glancing at us.

“Hey, I didn’t put much effort into it. If I really put in the effort, you guys would all fall over?”

Saying that, Yeonseo playfully shakes her hair.

I chuckled.

Her appearance makes her seem distant, but her actions are the same as her usual puppy-like personality next door.

And the last member of our four appeared.

“Hi.”

Rolling—

A heavy wheel sound is heard.

Sodam appeared, struggling to pull a carrier as big as herself.

What’s so big?

I thought she was immigrating.

The bag is too big compared to Sodam, who is already small.

As expected, Geunwook made a sarcastic remark.

“Is there someone in the bag?”

“None of your business.”

“You’re only going to be there for a month, why did you pack so much? Move over, I’ll fit in that bag too.”

“You’re too thick to fit in, muscle idiot.”

Sodam started bickering with Geunwook as soon as she arrived.

The two get along pretty well.

No, it’s more accurate to say that Geunwook has good social skills.

If you look closely, he’s a surprisingly outgoing guy.

“Hey, give me the bag. I’ll pull it for you.”

“It’s okay.”

“I’m saying it because it seems like it will be frustrating when we move together.”

Geunwook took Sodam’s carrier handle as if snatching it and pulled it for her instead.

‘Conserving strength is not the way of a health enthusiast!’

That was the motto Geunwook usually said.

“By the way, how much time do we have left for our train?”

“About 20 minutes left.”

“Didn’t everyone eat breakfast? There’s a food court on the way to the train, so let’s buy something and go in.”

“Shall we?”

“Let’s go!”

We moved our steps energetically.

* * *

Announcements are broadcast from the speakers inside the train along with cheerful music.

The four of us turned our chairs and sat facing each other.

“Hey, it’s been a long time since I’ve been on a train trip.”

“I know. It reminds me of my freshman year of college.”

“Anyone want to eat snacks?”

“Me!”

We took out snacks and shared them.

It’s always an exciting experience to leave for a new place.

The train soon departed.

Weeing—

Familiar landscapes disappear out the window, and new landscapes quickly approach.

“By the way, the Gokdam Hospital we’re going to. The facilities there must be a bit poor, right?”

“According to the handover notes, that’s what it says. The emergency room patients are completely different characters from here.”

Soon we were talking about the hospital.

What will the place where we will be staying for the next month be like?

“Actually, Sodam and I are going to a hospital other than Yeonguk University for the first time.”

Yeonseo and Sodam.

Both are from Yeonguk University.

Of course, they would have done internships at Yeonguk University Hospital when they were students.

Geunwook is from another school, but he did an internship at a Big 5 hospital [the top 5 hospitals in South Korea].

In other words, I am the only one who has experienced a local hospital among these people.

“Come to think of it, Seon-han is the only one who has experienced a hospital outside of Seoul among us.”

“That’s right. How was your internship at Ilun University?”

“Internship?”

I smiled bitterly.

The poor conditions of local medical schools?

It cannot be expressed in just a few words.

But the most representative of these is the difference in the internship environment.

It is in this internship that there is a difference of ‘ 넘사벽 [a Korean slang term meaning ‘an insurmountable wall’ or ‘unreachable level’]’ level with the big universities in Seoul.

“The hospital where I did my internship….”