Chapter 169: Chapter 162: Casting the Net
Dr. Tang was very angry, extremely angry, not only because he disliked Xiao Lin, but also because Xiao Lin was taller and more handsome than him. The main reason was that he could see that this overly young campus doctor seemed to be using traditional acupuncture from Huaxia to treat the patient.
Unfortunately, Dr. Tang was strongly opposed to Chinese medicine, especially when it came to someone like Xiao Lin, whom he didn’t like. This made him even angrier. A Dr. Xiao who just came to the campus hospital dared to touch patients in a place like the First Hospital? Even if Xia Xue brought him, it wouldn’t do.
Xiao Lin was already very cautious in infusing True Qi into Niu Niu’s mother and noticed Niu Niu’s mother frowning slightly. He knew her health was very sensitive at the moment, and the Nine Dragons True Qi could only barely touch her internally, sensing her entire body was as hard as steel, difficult to penetrate, as if lifeless, devoid of vitality.
With Dr. Tang’s interruption, even though Xiao Lin’s controlled Nine Dragons True Qi didn’t surge out too much, just leaking a tiny bit was enough for Niu Niu’s mother to bear. Her brows furrowed, as if gritting her teeth to withstand the severe pain.
Xiao Lin quickly stopped the infusion of True Qi. Given Niu Niu’s mother’s constitution, he could only infuse tiny amounts to slowly repair and stimulate her nearly dried-up vitality. He stopped the True Qi infusion and then pulled out the Silver Needle, causing Niu Niu’s mother’s complexion to gradually soften and not look as ghastly.
"Hey, what’s the matter with you? Do you even know where this is? Do you know the condition of the patient on the bed?" Dr. Tang confronted him aggressively.
Xiao Lin looked coldly at Dr. Tang but didn’t say anything, turning to Xia Xue instead: "Xiaoxue, take good care of Niu Niu’s mother. I have things to do, so I’ll come back tonight!" Due to Dr. Tang’s outburst, Xiao Lin knew it was impossible to nurture Niu Niu’s mother with True Qi now and decided he could only come back in the evening to let Xia Xue teach Niu Niu’s mother the Profound Lady Heart Scripture techniques, hoping it might have some effect.
As for Dr. Tang, Xiao Lin was only annoyed because his outburst made Niu Niu’s mother suffer more, but he didn’t despise him to the point of anger. Xiao Lin rarely got angry unless it was an exaggerated situation, and some of Dr. Tang’s words were actually not bad.
Although Xia Xue didn’t know what Xiao Lin had to do, she knew that under these circumstances, it was inappropriate for Xiao Lin to treat Niu Niu’s mother. She nodded and said, "Okay, you go ahead, I’ll be here."
Both of them ignored Dr. Tang, especially with that close tone and what they said, clearly not ordinary colleagues, more like a couple, which instantly enraged Dr. Tang.
"This is outrageous, simply outrageous. Do you think this is your campus hospital?" Dr. Tang said furiously, wanting to catch up with Xiao Lin to argue further.
"Dr. Tang, mind your position!" Xia Xue said with a stern face, making Dr. Tang instantly sober up. In Xia Xue’s mind, Xiao Lin was quite important, not quite a deity-like figure, but tending towards that direction.
"Dr. Xia, I wasn’t talking about you, not about you!" Dr. Tang quickly realized, being slightly disciplined by Fatty Wang, he naturally knew Xia Xue had Fatty Wang backing her. Er, wait, wasn’t Fatty Wang getting engaged to Xia Xue tomorrow? Why was Xia Xue still here? And speaking to that guy in such an intimate tone, like lovers? Could it be? Dr. Tang seemed to get excited, though he didn’t know why he was excited.
"If there’s nothing else, please leave. Xiao Wang can take care of things here!" Xia Xue didn’t appreciate Dr. Tang. Xiao Wang in her words was naturally the duty nurse of this ward, on duty 24 hours a day. As for Niu Niu’s mother’s condition, even if something happened, this Dr. Tang could do nothing but feel handcuffed. There couldn’t be an effective treatment plan until all of Niu Niu’s mother’s tests were out and a specialist consultation conducted.
Of course, for ordinary people coming here for a checkup, especially at such a high level of treatment, they would get results in half a day or a day. But Niu Niu’s mother’s condition was different; some tests had to ensure the body’s suitability, and if unsuitable, alternative methods had to be found.
Though Dr. Tang suspected there was something unusual about Xia Xue’s relationship with Xiao Lin, he didn’t dare to flaunt it in front of Xia Xue. Not mentioning Fatty Wang behind Xia Xue, even her own family background wasn’t something he could oppress, but he already had thoughts, vexedly leaving the ward with deep resentment, turning back to call Fatty Wang.
Fatty Wang naturally knew about Xia Xue and Xiao Lin. He had sent security guards to cause trouble a couple of days ago, but according to the situation reported by his bodyguards, the situation wasn’t as optimistic. However, he wasn’t worried now; the Xia Family would make a choice at Elder Xia’s birthday banquet, and he believed the Xia Family would make a wise decision.
Upon hearing Dr. Tang’s report, Fatty Wang only replied with two words: Over? Then hung up the phone.
Xiao Lin left the hospital indeed had something to do, leaving the matter with Zhang Teng entirely to Night Eagle. The incident with Qu Haobo hitting little Niu Niu was something he had to deal with personally.
Upon returning home, he played the data Night Eagle provided on his computer, revealing a box in what seemed to be a clubhouse, lavishly decorated. Muffled music and cheers could be heard from outside. Inside the box, Qu Haobo and Young Master Zhang sat on a sofa, facing two other men who appeared to be about thirty-five or thirty-six. One looked ordinary, seemingly a common person, while the other had a big and burly figure suggestive of an authoritative presence, apparently someone within the establishment.
As he slowly browsed through the footage, listening to their conversation, Xiao Lin inwardly sneered. Without this CD, unless using violent means to see that justice was served, it would be challenging to deal with Qu Haobo by standard legal channels. Qu Haobo’s ploy was indeed clever, as it would ensure he evaded legal punishment.
After watching the CD, Xiao Lin called Lin Zhifang. Lin Zhifang had been both tired and delighted these past few days. So many achievements, so much merit, especially the Zhang Teng incident, the credit from this one thing alone was equal to his work of three years. With this, when the next term’s reappointment came, his promotion was certain. Because of Xiao Lin, even holding the position of Executive Deputy Director allowed him direct contact with the party committee’s Hua Muyun. With this connection, his political career seemed likely to skyrocket.
Once he saw Xiao Lin calling, he knew what Xiao Lin wanted to discuss. If it were yesterday, before the Zhang Teng incident, Lin Zhifang would have been quite apprehensive inside since although others might not be aware of Qu Haobo’s background, Lin Zhifang was very clear. Especially since the Elder of the Qu Family only stepped down from a leadership position a few years ago, the Qu Family was a notable major household even by Huaxia’s standards.
But after the Zhang Teng incident, facing Qu Haobo’s matter, Lin Zhifang knew what to do. As soon as Xiao Lin’s call was connected, Lin Zhifang’s hearty voice could already be heard: "Mr. Xiao, the matter regarding Qu Haobo has basically been gathered. From the traffic police department’s recordings at two intersections, it’s visible that it was Qu Haobo driving the car!" Since Lin Zhifang personally went to the traffic police department to check the surveillance tape, the people below dared not hide anything at this time. County magistrates are not as good as the local officials at managing the situation, more so as the rumors of Lin Zhifang’s potential promotion after the reappointment were growing.
Upon hearing Lin Zhifang start with this matter, Xiao Lin felt extraordinarily pleased. Military people preferred straightforwardness, without roundabout ways, so he candidly said, "Director Lin, are you free now? I’ll bring you a CD, which I believe you’ll find quite useful!"
"Mr. Xiao, how about I come to you?" Lin Zhifang lowered his tone significantly, unable to help it. Xiao Lin was displaying such strong resolve that even a significant matter like the Zhang Teng incident was resolved with just a call. Lin Zhifang vaguely felt that as long as he followed Xiao Lin, he might secure a department-level position before retirement, something he hadn’t even dared to dream before. Achieving a deputy department level before retirement was already a huge blessing.
But now, with this opportunity placed before him, perhaps he could hold a full department-level position for a few years? Perhaps even retire with a vice-national level status? Just thinking about it was exciting, so Lin Zhifang treated Xiao Lin with utmost reverence, almost as if worshiping an ancestor, not daring to show the slightest neglect.
Of course, Xiao Lin could sense Lin Zhifang’s reverence for him, and this reverence wasn’t just because he was a member of Dragon Soul, but because he could sway Hua Muyun with just a phone call to eradicate the Zhang Family.
However, Xiao Lin didn’t mind Lin Zhifang’s little thoughts at all; as long as Lin Zhifang was willing to work and capable of getting things done, he didn’t mind giving him a nudge. Hearing Lin Zhifang’s words, Xiao Lin chuckled and said, "I’ll come find Director Lin. Just wait for me in the office!" Xiao Lin didn’t want every visit to the police station to have Lin Zhifang waiting at the front gate for him, despite having the Dragon Soul identity, since this identity wasn’t something to be exposed casually, Xiao Lin wasn’t planning on letting Lin Zhifang wait for him at the gate.
"Alright, I understand!" Director Lin wasn’t someone who blindly fawned upon superiors and had somewhat figured out Xiao Lin’s character. Not wanting to stand out too much, he readily agreed.
Xiao Lin didn’t hesitate; after hanging up the phone, he drove directly to the city bureau. Although Lin Zhifang didn’t come down to receive him personally, he still arranged for someone he trusted to wait in the police station’s lobby. (To be continued. If you enjoy this work, feel free to visit Qidian () to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)