Chapter 8

After returning to the residential area and parking the car downstairs, Su Qiubai led the two dogs upstairs. The wild ginseng, except for the five-hundred-year-old ones, and the other herbs he couldn't name, were all left in the trunk.

After a night of折腾 (tossing and turning), the old driver felt tired and quickly fell asleep as soon as he entered the door. The two dogs, lying beside the sofa, also fell silent.

He didn't know how long he had been asleep, but Su Qiubai was woken up by the little white dog.

"Let's quickly deliver the things to the hospital," the little white dog said pitifully as soon as Su Qiubai opened his eyes.

What could you say to a dog? Jumping out of bed, he looked at the sun outside, sighed that it was another beautiful day, and then started to get dressed and pack his things.

Before leaving, Su Qiubai picked out five or six of the best-looking wild ginseng from the twenty or so, wrapped them in kraft paper, and then planned to go to the hospital to deliver them to Xia Rongrong first.

If it didn't work, he would think of other ways.

And he didn't plan to go out to pick up passengers today. He thought that after leaving the hospital, he would go to the Mercedes-Benz dealership to find out how much he needed to pay, and then think of ways to deal with it.

Leaving Wangcai at home, he carried the little white dog and went out.

Driving quickly, Su Qiubai arrived at the hospital directly. When he was about to reach the ward door, he suddenly hesitated.

He had become quite familiar with the little white dog, but Xia Rongrong didn't know him at all. He didn't know how to explain himself if he went in.

He couldn't just walk in and say, "Hello, I'm Su Qiubai, I've come to deliver the medicine."

However, just as he stood there in a daze, the little white dog jumped out of his arms and ran into the ward.

At that moment, there were many people in Xia Rongrong's ward. Not only was her aunt there, but also the old man of the Xia family, along with several bodyguards, standing on the left side of the bed.

On the right side of the bed were Li Muhao and his father, with a fashionable woman behind them.

"Old man, Rongrong's health is also a concern for Muhao and me. After all, it's just a matter of a wild ginseng. Don't take it too seriously, just accept it," said Li Muhao's father, Li Dingtian, the founder of the Li Group. After saying this, he smiled at Xia Rongrong, his slightly plump face full of kindness.

"Old man, you know our girl is too stubborn. I won't elaborate on how precious a hundred-year-old wild ginseng is. This favor is too great, and the Xia family might not be able to bear it," the old man of the Xia family said, looking at the silent Xia Rongrong and sighing lightly.

Li Muhao, hearing this, became anxious and directly handed the box he was holding, "Grandpa Xia, you know Rongrong's condition now requires a hundred-year-old ginseng. At this moment, don't think about other things, prioritize her health!"

After Li Muhao said these words, the ward fell into silence.

The old man of the Xia family looked at his granddaughter again. Seeing her calm and closed-mouthed expression, he knew she would never accept the ginseng.

The old man felt helpless. He had inquired many people, even old comrades and leaders he hadn't contacted for years.

This thing was just impossible to find! After much effort, he had only managed to buy a ninety-year-old ginseng at a high price, and even then, he owed a favor. But the doctor said that even ten years made a huge difference in efficacy.

"Old man, since you still find it difficult, I'll be straightforward today. Rongrong and Muhao have grown up together. Over the years, our elders have also thought they are a good match. If the Xia and Li families can stand together because of them, it would be good for everyone... So, please accept the wild ginseng. Consider it as an early engagement gift for Rongrong."

After saying this, Li Dingtian still smiled, and Li Muhao did the same.

Although Xia Rongrong and the old man of the Xia family hadn't agreed yet, the father and son felt they had the upper hand.

After all, Rongrong's condition was urgent. Even if she was reluctant, the old man of the Xia family would never let his granddaughter act on her own.

The ward remained silent. The old man of the Xia family didn't speak, but his eyes, which had been firm, now showed hesitation.

Seeing her grandfather's expression, Xia Rongrong knew he might change his mind, so she quickly wanted to refuse.

However, no one expected that at this moment, a dog barked from the door.

Everyone turned around and saw a white little dog running quickly, finally jumping into Xia Rongrong's arms.

"Baby, how did you get here?"

Seeing her pet dog, Xia Rongrong was both surprised and delighted, smiling happily and petting the dog's head.

Li Muhao, seeing Xia Rongrong like this, immediately felt unhappy.

Since they entered, she hadn't smiled, but now she was so happy holding a dog.

"Grandpa Xia, please take the ginseng."

Ignoring Xia Rongrong, Li Muhao couldn't wait to launch another attack on the old man of the Xia family.

However, just as he extended his hand, the little dog jumped up and slapped the ginseng away.

Li Muhao's face immediately changed, and Li Dingtian's expression also turned sour.

"Baby, no fooling around." Feeling a bit embarrassed, Xia Rongrong quickly picked up the little white dog.

But the little white dog suddenly started jumping on the bed, barking continuously at Xia Rongrong, and then suddenly ran out of the door.

Everyone in the ward was puzzled, not knowing what was happening, but Xia Rongrong knew there must be someone familiar outside, or the dog wouldn't have come to the hospital alone!

As for Su Qiubai outside, while standing in the hallway and hesitating about what to do, he suddenly saw the little white dog run out of the ward and rush to him, urging him to go inside.

Still hesitant, Su Qiubai was dragged inside by the little white dog, who had already bitten his trouser leg. He had no choice but to follow.

The little white dog ran out and back in, all within ten seconds.

Everyone in the ward was still staring at the door when they saw the dog dragging a young man with an awkward expression into the room. From his clothes, he seemed to be a taxi driver.

"It's you!"

Unexpectedly, as soon as Su Qiubai entered, two people in the ward said this simultaneously.

One was Xia Haiqing, and the other was the fashionable woman standing next to Li Dingtian and Li Muhao.

Su Qiubai was also a bit confused. He wasn't prepared, and upon entering, he saw so many people, including the woman whose car he had smashed yesterday!

Yes, it was the woman in red from yesterday, Li Muhao's sister, Li Xiangyun!

Because of what Xia Haiqing and Li Xiangyun said, the old man of the Xia family and Li Dingtian simultaneously turned to inquire about Su Qiubai's background.

Xia Haiqing shook his head without saying anything, while Li Xiangyun directly called Su Qiubai a scoundrel.

"It's him, he beat up Jiaye and smashed our car yesterday!"

Seeming unsatisfied with just calling him a scoundrel, Li Xiangyun immediately added another sentence.

Li Dingtian and Li Muhao were initially curious, but after hearing this, their eyes turned cold, though Li Dingtian was better at hiding it.

However, the most surprised person was Xia Rongrong!

She frowned, looking at Su Qiubai who had entered and her excited little dog. What was going on?

"Brat, did you borrow the money for the car? You only have one more day. If you can't pay, you'll go to jail."

Li Xiangyun hated Su Qiubai to the bone. Although she didn't know why he was here, she still didn't forget to threaten him.

"Let's talk about the car later. I'm here to deliver wild ginseng to Xia Rongrong."

Quickly composing himself, the old driver stood up straight and walked directly toward Xia Rongrong.

His words immediately made several people in the room frown, while Xia Rongrong's eyes widened in confusion, not understanding what was happening.

"Deliver wild ginseng? Ha... Su Qiubai, are you crazy?"

Li Xiangyun was also stunned for a moment, then laughed directly.

However, Su Qiubai calmly looked at her. Because of Li Xiangyun, he also had no good impression of Li Muhao and Li Dingtian.

Then, Su Qiubai looked at Xia Rongrong.

"Sorry, I don't know how old it needs to be. These are all over five hundred years old. See if they work. If not, I'll get more."

Initially, Li Muhao and Li Dingtian were worried that he might be a surprise. But after hearing his words, they both sneered.

Five hundred years old? Ha, don't let the wind blow your tongue off. In this world, if you could really find five-hundred-year-old ginseng, it would definitely be a national treasure. And he had several...

So, the father and son had already decided he was an inexperienced and foolish driver.

On the other hand, the old man of the Xia family was the opposite. After hearing Su Qiubai's words, his eyes were full of disappointment.

In the entire ward, the only sincere one might have been Xia Rongrong. She smiled at Su Qiubai, her pale face like a lily, beautiful and soothing.

"Thank you for your kindness. Five hundred years old is enough. I'm very grateful."

Without looking at the kraft paper Su Qiubai had already opened, she smiled, also worried that Su Qiubai might be embarrassed, so she said this.

"Ha, Rongrong, take a good look at what this driver has brought. He wrapped it so carefully, what if it's really five hundred years old?"

Li Muhao clearly said this with a mocking tone, and Li Xiangyun next to him had a similar expression. She wouldn't believe that a guy who couldn't even afford a Mercedes-Benz could have five-hundred-year-old wild ginseng, and so many at that!

However, they soon noticed that the atmosphere in the room was off.

Especially Li Dingtian and the old man of the Xia family, who were staring intently at the kraft paper on the bed, their breathing seeming to become heavier!