Chapter 485: Chapter 485 - Chapter 485: Chapter 485: I've heard of this name!

Chapter 485: Chapter 485: I’ve heard of this name!

(Note: “成长” has been filtered out and automatically replaced with “high-ranking official,” creating a strange sense of dissonance. From now on, let’s just say “leader”.)

Upon hearing Kong Xiangmin’s words, Qin Xiaoyuan also deciphered the underlying nuances.

However, after a brief silence, Qin Xiaoyuan didn’t want to waste a favor, so he said, “Leader, it’s not a big deal. I’ll go and come right back. So, Chen Cang, take Jia Hui to the orthopedics department and complete the emergency transfer procedures. I’ll be right there.”

“How about you all go first, and Chen Cang and I will follow shortly?”

When Kong Xiangmin heard this, he nodded slightly, “Let’s do that. We’ll sit here and chat for a bit. You go ahead with your tasks, and we’ll get in touch via phone later.”

Actually, as parents, Kong Xiangmin should be the one handling Kong Jiahui’s hospital admission… but due to his special status, it wouldn’t be appropriate for Kong Xiangmin to be too exposed, and no one else quite fit the bill. Yet, it was most appropriate for Chen Cang to do so, especially since Chen Cang still had to address Kong Jiahui as “Brother”.

It must be said that Qin Xiaoyuan was quite adept at handling matters, having Chen Cang take care of it was suitable for everyone involved, good for Chen Cang himself, and would also strengthen their relationship.

And Kong Xiangmin would have no other thoughts on the matter.

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While Chen Cang and the nurse were taking Kong Jiahui to complete the transfer, Qin Xiaoyuan, deep in thought, returned to the administrative building.

To be honest, he was curious to see who was trying to stir up trouble and what kind of trouble they were after.

Just as he stepped out of the elevator, he saw Tan Liguo standing in the hallway, who immediately signaled to Qin Xiaoyuan with his eyes.

Qin Xiaoyuan rushed over.

After entering the door, Qin Xiaoyuan saw the person and immediately greeted him cheerfully, “Director Duan? Hello, hello!”

On seeing Qin Xiaoyuan, Duan Xuezhen also quickly got up, smiled, and nodded, “Director Qin, it’s been a long time since we’ve seen each other.”

Although hospitals are managed by the Health Commission, the situation is quite complex.

There are many provincial-level, top-tier hospitals in Anyang city, but generally, they are considered department-level organizations.

However, hospitals like the First and Second Hospitals of Dongda University, Provincial People’s Hospital, and the Provincial Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital are all deputy-directorate level since their directors hold other deputy-directorate positions as well, such as the director of Dongda University’s First Hospital, who is also the president of Dongyang Medical University, and the director of the Provincial People’s Hospital, who currently doubles as a vice-director at the provincial healthcare department.

The Second Provincial Hospital is more ordinary, and so is Qin Xiaoyuan. Moreover, to put it differently, moving up from a department-level to a directorate-level position relies on opportunities and many other factors; it is a very difficult transition to make.

Over the years, Qin Xiaoyuan had come to terms with this and no longer fixated on it; being in his position was not too bad.

Originally a doctor by profession, he did not have a strong craving for an official career. And, frankly speaking, how many more years could he work?

There was no point at all!

However, on seeing Duan Xuezhen, Qin Xiaoyuan was momentarily startled because, although their relationship couldn’t be considered great, it certainly wasn’t bad either!

Why is that? Because they had both met at Huang Yongyi’s house, had meals together, and had some interactions; one could even say Huang Yongyi was their former leader, coming from the same circle!

Therefore, Qin Xiaoyuan was quite curious.

After sitting down, Duan Xuezhen finally spoke, “Director Qin, I came here today to give you a heads-up. In the next few days, someone is going to make trouble for you.”

Upon hearing this, Qin Xiaoyuan suddenly realized!

He had thought that the leader from the Health Commission had come to criticize him, but instead, he was here to enlighten him.

Immediately curious, he asked, “Director Duan, what do you mean?”

Duan Xuezhen said, “I found out about this by chance and don’t know the specifics. All I know is that during this period, someone has been inciting several others and seems to have gone to the Health Commission to file a complaint against you, adamant about stirring up trouble. Moreover, that person seems to have some connections. I can’t speak freely over the phone, but since I was passing by today, I thought I’d come over to give you a heads-up, just so you’re prepared.”

“Don’t let others harm you unexpectedly!”

Qin Xiaoyuan nodded his head, now understanding what was going on. It was just as the saying goes, “to each his own path.” And indeed, this seemed very much like Zhu Xuanwen’s style.

It was nothing more than smearing him and hopefully unearthing some dirt on him.

With that in mind, Qin Xiaoyuan smiled faintly.

Yet, he was very grateful for Duan Xuezhen’s warning; sometimes, having someone pass on a message could be a great help!

Having advance information allows for earlier preparation.

Duan Xuezhen was indeed thoughtful, and thinking of this, Qin Xiaoyuan quickly spoke up, “Director Duan, thank you for the tip; I really appreciate it!”

Duan Xuezhen smiled, stood up to leave, and said, “Don’t mention it, we’re here to help each other! I won’t stay any longer, I have some other matters to attend to.”

Qin Xiaoyuan hurriedly stood up to see him out, truly appreciative of Duan Xuezhen’s thoughtfulness.

With that thought, after escorting him out, Qin Xiaoyuan suddenly said, “Um… Director Duan, why don’t you come with me to meet someone? We can take the opportunity to say hello.”

Duan Xuezhen was taken aback, what did this mean?

Qin Xiaoyuan then gave a mysterious smile and said, “Leader Kong.”

Upon hearing this, Duan Xuezhen’s eyes widened in surprise.

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Meanwhile, Chen Cang had also settled Kong Jiahui and, after a brief chat, went downstairs.

Qin Xiaoyuan brought the somewhat nervous and apprehensive Duan Xuezhen to the surgical area, where Duan Xuezhen saw Kong Xiangmin and quickly went over with a smile.

“How are you, Leader! The child is all right, isn’t he?” Duan Xuezhen hurriedly greeted.

Kong Xiangmin nodded and shook hands, “Thank you for your concern, Director Duan, thanks to Dean Qin and Doctor Chen’s help, fortunately, there’s no problem. Are you here for work?”

Only then did Duan Xuezhen say, “I came to speak with Dean Qin for a moment.”

Kong Xiangmin seemed to ponder but didn’t inquire further.

Duan Xuezhen didn’t stay long; he greeted them briefly and then left.

And Kong Xiangmin’s party also headed toward the restaurant.

But in less than twenty minutes, Duan Xuezhen didn’t leave; instead, he brought some supplements, health products, and fruits, in large and small packages, to the orthopedic department.

He thought to himself, this trip was indeed worthwhile!

That’s the way it is between people: give roses and the fragrance lingers on the hand that gives. Helping each other allows for enduring relationships.

Duan Xuezhen originally thought of Qin Xiaoyuan as a senior official and a casual conversation as a way to help each other out.

He didn’t expect to make a connection with Leader Kong because of it.

He couldn’t help feeling emotional!

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The restaurant was not particularly upscale, but it was quite nice. A large table was set for about a dozen people, and after they sat down, Kong Xiangmin, without any pretense, picked up his tea and said, “For what happened with Jia Hui today, we really owe a lot to everyone present. My wife and I would like to toast you all.”

The others hurriedly joined in, also with modest refusals.

“It’s all thanks to Doctor Chen’s work today!”

“Right, Doctor Chen worked hard today.”

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Listening to the praises, Chen Cang also gave an embarrassed smile.

Watching this, Kong Xiangmin suddenly mused and said, “I know about Xiao Chen. Just a few days ago, I read about him in the newspaper, the traffic accident rescue, truly remarkable.”

At that moment, Kong Xiangmin’s wife suddenly said, “I remember seeing Xiao Chen’s name a couple of months ago in the An Yang Evening News, right? It was about… oh yes, something about not letting others cut in line.”

Then, it dawned on Kong Xiangmin just how impressive Chen Cang really was!

Looking at Chen Cang with a big smile, he expressed his admiration, “Chen really is excellent, a man of both virtue and skill, a good doctor!”