Chapter 587: The Patient

Sister-in-law Gong was grateful to Lin Chuxia. During this period, when people noticed her improved complexion and inquired about her prescription, she hadn’t divulged it.

She feared troubling the elderly.

According to Lin’s situation, the elderly weren’t in need of money for medical treatment.

This time, it was only out of necessity that she came to inquire.

Lin Chuxia understood and directly asked, "What’s the situation with the counterpart? I’ll check with Master first."

She knew Old Sir He was now less resistant to seeing patients; whether he could examine or not, she still wished to seek the elder’s opinion.

Sister-in-law Gong said, "I don’t know the specifics very well; I just know the individual’s identity is somewhat special. An old classmate of Old Wei Government learned about my wellness management and came knocking. It’s said the patient is an expatriate who has been living abroad for years; now their health is poor, possibly with some unfulfilled wishes. Thus, they dragged their ailing body back to the country but didn’t get better before ending up in the hospital, where the original plan was that she invest in our Yan City."

So, from any aspect, no one wanted the person to just die like this.

If the person passed, no one could fulfill her wishes, and the investment plan would end in vain.

Now that the market is open and attracting investment is encouraged, the city government didn’t want the golden opportunity to be lost halfway.

After listening, Lin Chuxia raised her eyebrows; an expatriate, huh? This deserves Master’s attention.

It’s contributing to the hometown.

Lin Chuxia and Sister-in-law Gong agreed, and then she found time to visit Old Sir He.

Old Sir He was uninterested in whom he was healing or the patient’s identity; he wasn’t moved by the notion of contributing to his hometown.

At his age, he only wished to live spontaneously.

In the past, he had lost hope for life, his sole thought being...

Until he met the young apprentice, who made him feel there was fun in life, leading to a zestful existence.

His current life’s focus was watching over her living well and those who treated him kindly.

If the young apprentice said it was doable and needed help, he would assist resolutely.

After returning from Master, Lin Chuxia conveyed information to Sister-in-law Gong.

After all, the situation sounded quite urgent.

The next day, Minister Wei specially took leave and went with Lin Chuxia to bring Old Sir He to see the patient.

In the car, Minister Wei said, "The patient isn’t in the hospital right now. Originally, the doctors recommended admission for treatment, but how can our medical level compare with abroad? She couldn’t get cured abroad either, and according to her, the ailment has been for a long time. After losing hope abroad, she thought she’d utilize the remaining time to accomplish her wishes."

Lin Chuxia didn’t delve into the counterpart’s wishes but voiced her caution beforehand.

"Since such good medical conditions abroad couldn’t cure her, my Master might not have any better solutions either."

"I understand, but that friend knows my wife managed her health well, so it’s worth trying; even if it reduces her pain a little, it’s considered our best effort."

Lin Chuxia understood and aimed to give the counterpart a good impression, boosting confidence in her investment in Yan City.

The counterpart currently stayed in the government’s guesthouse; Minister Wei brought people there with prior arrangements, and his friend was waiting with the patient.

At the guesthouse, Minister Wei personally opened the car door for Old Sir He.

Once the elder got out, he respectfully invited him to walk ahead.

He sincerely respected and appreciated Old Sir He.

His wife’s transformation after Old He’s treatment astounded him.

Her health had improved, her spirit boosted.

Daily, she tidied the house till spotless, growing several pots of flowers.

After work, there were delicious, steaming meals, and she even knitted him a new sweater.

He reminded her some chores could wait for him, as he was accustomed to doing them over the years.

His wife instead said she felt inexhaustible energy now, cleaning these tasks uplifted her mood.

She even mentioned, if restricted from chores, she’d find a job, even dishwashing at a restaurant, just showcasing indolence.

Her healing changed the entire atmosphere at home.

To put it bluntly, they owed gratitude to Old Sir He and Lin Chuxia.

Lin Chuxia followed them out of the car, walking behind the group.

Inside the guesthouse, the government official awaited in the hall, a junior official welcoming them.

"Minister Wei, is this the Old Sir He you mentioned? Please come this way; the chief waits for you all here." They led the group to a side room.

The junior officer knocked on the door, led the group through; instantly, there were greetings exchanged between men and Minister Wei.

Lin Chuxia found the voice familiar and gave a slight pause upon seeing the man.

The counterpart seemed equally surprised to see her, "Lin, this is..."

Lin Chuxia pointed beside her at Old Sir He, "This is my Master, I’m here accompanying him today."

The person was Bai Qifeng, the chairman of the NRDC.

Bai Qifeng first extended his hand to Old Sir He, then turned to Lin Chuxia, "I didn’t expect you to be so talented with such an adept Master, if I’d known, I’d have sought you sooner."

"What, you two know each other?"

Minister Wei didn’t realize Bai Qifeng and Lin Chuxia were acquainted.

"Why not? Old Wei, you forgot where I was transferred from; back in An City, Lin helped me solve many challenging issues."

Director Wei had a moment of clarity; Bai Qifeng had been based in An City, hometown of both Lin Chuxia and Qin Yang was Ancheng County.

"Since they’re familiar, it simplifies things. Old Bai, I briefed Old Sir He about Ms. Zhuang’s situation during the journey; is there anything else you want to add?"

Speaking of the patient, Bai Qifeng toned down his cheerfulness.

The conversation was more earnest, given his connection with Lin Chuxia.

"Ms. Zhuang investing in Yan City was fortuitous; her visit was primarily for personal matters, specifics of which remain undisclosed by her and won’t be pursued by us. However, due to her health concerns and local environment, she fell ill upon arriving in Yan City; the hospital’s treatment prognosis was severe, suggesting life-threatening consequences if not treated promptly. Current advice pointed out two options; finding a better treatment plan or returning to her original country for her regular doctors’ care. Ms. Zhuang had little interest in returning, aware that her end might be near, hence her return for unfulfilled wishes. As for better treatment means, besides the capital, this locale offered no alternatives, which Ms. Zhuang refused, thus inviting Old Sir He’s intervention."