Chapter 58

He was actually so angry that he laughed, and said to Yu Xiangdong, "After all... you young people really get angry."

Xu Chunliang said, "Who made you, the leader, not help us? We can only appeal to a higher authority."

Yan Huiyi said, "Who said I wouldn't help you? Sit down, all of you. You're young, but you have quite a temper."

Xu Chunliang said, "Director Yan, I'm not close to Director Zhao. I really don't have any backing. Don't listen to what others say."

Yan Huiyi said, "I know. How could I believe those rumors? Sit down, let's talk."

Yu Xiangdong was completely baffled. If he hadn't seen it with his own eyes, he wouldn't have believed what was happening. What were these two up to? Just a moment ago, they were clashing like thunder and lightning, but now the clouds had cleared, and neither of them was angry anymore. Yan Huiyi wasn't stuttering either, as if nothing had happened.

This is completely unscientific! Yu Xiangdong thought hard and finally realized it wasn't unscientific, but rather too scientific. Yan Huiyi had always thought Xu Chunliang was Zhao Feiyang's man, but he didn't dare say it. Xu Chunliang said what he didn't dare to say. Xu Chunliang dared to defy the deputy director because he had the support of the top leader, Zhao Feiyang.

Yan Huiyi thought he could use his authority to intimidate Xu Chunliang, but Xu Chunliang didn't buy it. He kept mentioning Zhao Feiyang and even wanted to go to Zhao Feiyang to reason with Yan Huiyi. As a result, Yan Huiyi backed down. He didn't dare to go to Zhao Feiyang. His current situation in Changxing was extremely awkward. If he offended Zhao Feiyang, his future would be even more difficult.

After analyzing the situation, Yu Xiangdong felt relieved. He also needed to find a backer as soon as possible. As long as he followed the right person, Yan Huiyi wouldn't be a problem.

Yu Xiangdong and Xu Chunliang sat down on the sofa together.

Yan Huiyi, now fully aware of the reality, calmed down and became much more amiable: "I also think the hospital's handling of this matter is inappropriate. But Cai Rongjuan is indeed a key technical staff member of our hospital. The initial dispute wasn't her fault. The hospital needs to follow procedures to resolve this issue, so the responsibility was divided and assigned to individuals."

Encouraged by Xu Chunliang's performance, Yu Xiangdong spoke more firmly: "Director Yan, Cai Rongjuan is indeed a key technical staff member, but the hospital shouldn't treat us unfairly. The root of the problem came from their medical aesthetics center. The security department and the medical affairs department were just helping to mediate the conflict. The hospital's decision to punish us equally is unfair."

Yan Huiyi said, "I agree with your opinion. I will help you reflect this issue. Personally, I think you shouldn't take this matter too seriously. The hospital is just going through the motions. The punishment is symbolic and won't have any substantial impact on you."

Xu Chunliang said, "Director Yan, I disagree. Wrong is wrong, right is right. We clearly didn't make any mistakes. Why should we bear the responsibility?"

Yu Xiangdong nodded in agreement.

Xu Chunliang said, "On the day of the incident, the medical affairs department called Cai Rongjuan to come and resolve the issue, but she refused. Later, Director Zhou asked me to go to the medical aesthetics center to find her, but she still refused. She is the one who caused Tong Meili to become emotionally agitated. Who else could it be?"

Yu Xiangdong supported him: "Our security department has done our best. If we hadn't tried, Tong Meili would have jumped out of the window. If she had died in Changxing, you leaders should know the consequences. We didn't get any credit, but why should we be blamed? If we had rushed to stop her and the bracelet had broken, would you leaders treat us the same way you treat Cai Rongjuan? Would you help us solve the problem? Would you make Cai Rongjuan share the responsibility?"

Xu Chunliang chimed in, "Definitely not. We are administrative departments, essentially just doing odd jobs. We don't represent the core value of the hospital. In the eyes of the leaders, we are dispensable."

Yan Huiyi heard the sarcasm: "Xu, don't fan the flames. The hospital... treats... every employee equally."

Xu Chunliang said, "Director Yan, I speak about the matter, not the person. I actually like you."

Yan Huiyi and Yu Xiangdong were both stunned. What did he mean by saying this now?

Xu Chunliang said, "You are quite upright. You can't tell lies. You stutter when you lie."

Yu Xiangdong couldn't help but laugh.

Yan Huiyi was at a loss with Xu Chunliang, pointing at him without saying a word.

Yu Xiangdong said, "The hospital can't treat everyone equally, and we can accept that. But Cai Rongjuan's responsibility shouldn't be ours. How much does she earn each year? She drives a Mercedes and lives in a villa. Even the bags she carries cost thousands. I'm not saying this out of envy. She has the ability to earn money. We don't have any extra income. We rely on our monthly performance bonuses to live. When the hospital handles this matter, can it consider our actual situation?"

Yan Huiyi nodded repeatedly. He understood that they were indeed wronged in this matter, but his words didn't count.

Yan Huiyi looked at Xu Chunliang and said, "Actually, you can directly report this to Director Zhao." His meaning was, with your relationship with Zhao Feiyang, can't you resolve this issue? Why are you bothering me?

Xu Chunliang said, "We are in the right, and when we are in the right, we should handle it officially. There's no need to use personal connections." This statement was rich in information, seemingly revealing something, yet saying nothing.

Yan Huiyi said, "Alright, you can give me a detailed report of what happened that day. I will summarize it and seek the opinions of other leaders."

Yu Xiangdong looked at Xu Chunliang, unconsciously seeking his opinion. Even he was puzzled. Xu Chunliang was much younger than him, yet he found himself following him like an underling. Did this guy really have such strong charisma?

Xu Chunliang said, "I've discussed it with Director Yu. We don't need to do repetitive work. We've already explained it in detail."

Yu Xiangdong had no choice but to accept it. He was used to it. He had already been bound by this guy. Not writing it meant they didn't acknowledge their own responsibility.

Yan Huiyi said, "Alright, I will communicate with the other leaders as soon as possible."

Xu Chunliang and Yu Xiangdong left Yan Huiyi's office. Yu Xiangdong sighed, "If we don't write it, we might upset the leaders."

Xu Chunliang said, "If we don't have principles, people will look down on us. If we set this precedent, any future disputes will be blamed on us. We will bear the responsibility, and our performance bonuses won't be enough to cover the penalties."

Yu Xiangdong couldn't hide his admiration: "I'll leave first. I'll treat you to a drink in a couple of days."

Xu Chunliang returned to the medical affairs department and saw a plump middle-aged woman sitting in his chair. Cheng Xiaohong, seeing him return, kept giving him meaningful looks.

Xu Chunliang was puzzled. He had never seen this woman before. Generally, troublemaking patients sit in the reception area, not like this.

The woman suddenly stood up and rushed toward Xu Chunliang, "Are you Xu Chunliang?"

Xu Chunliang nodded, "Yes, I am."

The woman pointed at him and scolded, "You are utterly heartless."