This was the first reaction of these villagers. But of course, they wouldn't say it in front of Lang Lang's dad, though Chen Ergou probably guessed their thoughts.
"Oh, it's a long story. Lang Lang's mom and I agreed to tell everyone Lang Lang was in a car accident. Otherwise, they'd think there's some hidden ailment with him. You know, some people just love gossiping. So we always say Lang Lang was in a car accident, and that's why he's like this."
"Oh, that's how it is."
Chen Ergou nodded thoughtfully.
"Ah, Lang Lang is truly such a pitiful child. You say, how can such a talented child have such a misfortune?"
"Ah, heaven is truly blind."
"Poor Lang Lang, such a good child."
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Chen Ergou fell into deep thought. Since Lang Lang's condition wasn't caused by a car accident, it must be some malfunction within his body.
Because the human body is incredibly complex, minor issues can't be detected right away. Furthermore, one problem can affect another, even multiple aspects.
