Chapter 91: A Doctor's Benevolence

Xu Changshan called Xu Chunliang into the room, his expression more serious than ever. Although his grandson had sold all the cooling ointment, he could not take advantage of the situation. As a doctor, one should save lives and earn money with a clear conscience. Such ill-gotten gains, no matter how much, should not be pursued. He instructed Xu Chunliang to return the excess money to the customers.

Xu Chunliang was scolded by his grandfather. Although he was not convinced, he admired the old man's noble character and did not want to upset him over such a small amount of money. With his skills, earning money was not a problem.

Xu Chunliang found Zhong Yueqin and explained his grandfather's intentions. Although Zhong Yueqin was reluctant, she admired the old man's integrity and agreed to help Xu Chunliang return the money.

Xu Chunliang allowed everyone to leave Huichuntang, and his grandfather promised to start making the cooling ointment immediately, estimating that new supplies would be available in three hours.

Despite this, no one was willing to leave. They preferred to wait there, fearing that they might not be able to buy the ointment if they left.

Following his grandfather's instructions, Xu Chunliang changed the price at the entrance to two yuan, and those who had already paid could come at any time to get a refund.

Zhong Yueqin informed everyone and helped return the money. Although they had paid a high price for the ointment, no one complained about Huichuntang. They even thought the cooling ointment was worth the price, and some even said they would pay ten thousand yuan if it could cure their allergies.

The old man did not even have time to eat lunch, gathering the materials to make the cooling ointment. Xu Chunliang helped him, watching the sweat on his grandfather's forehead and realizing that there were indeed doctors with a conscience, who cared about their patients and found great comfort in alleviating their suffering.

Xu Changshan himself did not know why the cooling ointment was so effective for these women's allergies. While making the ointment, Xu Chunliang helped, stirring the mixture, a task that required strength, which he did counterclockwise as instructed.

Seeing that Xu Chunliang had acknowledged his mistake, Xu Changshan felt greatly relieved. Recalling how harshly he had scolded him, he felt a bit sorry and said affectionately, "Chunliang, was I too harsh just now? Are you angry with me?"

Xu Chunliang replied, "How can I not be angry? I'm angry that you didn't correct my mistake earlier."

Xu Changshan laughed heartily, feeling that the young man was teachable. When he named him Chunliang, he hoped he would be a person of good character. Now it seemed that the boy would not disappoint him.

Xu Chunliang asked his grandfather to go eat first and finish the last steps himself. Seeing that he was already quite skilled, Xu Changshan felt reassured and went upstairs to eat.

After his grandfather left, Xu Chunliang took the opportunity to add some antidote. There was no allergy at all; it was just itching powder. Using the characteristic of flies being attracted to breast enlargement cream, he spread the itching powder. The "Thousand Insects Scripture" of the Five Poisons Sect contained various techniques for controlling insects, with a deep understanding of their characteristics. In Xu Chunliang's view, the so-called insect experts today were all nonsense. Studying insects at the cellular level was useless; the key was to understand their characteristics and habits and use them to one's advantage.

Xu Chunliang was certain that with the "Thousand Insects Scripture" lost, the art of controlling insects was almost extinct. Even if they racked their brains, they would not be able to figure out the root cause of this allergy incident.

Zhong Yueqin could not persuade the women waiting for the ointment to leave. She came to find Xu Chunliang and told him that all the excess money had been returned. Everyone was very grateful to Huichuntang and planned to send banners of appreciation.

Xu Chunliang knew his grandfather would like this and said they could send more banners, expressing his gratitude for Zhong Yueqin's help today.

Zhong Yueqin said she should be the one to thank Huichuntang. She had some business to attend to and left, telling Xu Chunliang that she owned several of the largest sports and outdoor stores in Dongzhou and that he could go there if he needed anything.

Just as Zhong Yueqin left, a price supervision officer came to investigate the high charges at Huichuntang. Without needing Xu Chunliang to explain, the women waiting for the ointment drove the officer away. One of the women waiting for the ointment was a leader at the price bureau. She was already suffering from intense itching and was furious, scolding the officer. The officer was also aggrieved, telling the leader that someone had reported the issue.

Everyone was in agreement that the high prices were a complete fabrication. Huichuntang not only had fair prices but also high medical ethics. A box of cooling ointment for two yuan—where could one find such a conscientious doctor?

The women waiting for the ointment could not have reported the issue. Those who had already bought the ointment had received refunds and swore they had not reported it. They felt that if they did such a despicable thing, it would be ungrateful. If they were to report anything, it would be the breast enlargement cream.

Xu Chunliang knew that the report was most likely from the breast enlargement cream company. If that was the case, Pei Yu was foolish. Huichuntang was helping these women, and she should be grateful.

"You did the first part, I'll do the second," Xu Chunliang told them. The breast enlargement cream was the main cause of the allergies. This physical method of breast enhancement had no scientific basis and could cause permanent damage to their breasts if used long-term.

These customers, who had quickly recovered thanks to Huichuntang's cooling ointment, already revered the old man as a god. They believed Xu Chunliang without doubt and vowed to fight for their rights, demanding not only a refund from the breast enlargement cream company but also compensation for mental distress. Such a conscienceless medical beauty institution should be shut down.

After the cooling ointment was made, Xu Chunliang, following his grandfather's instructions, sold it to them at two yuan per box, limiting each person to two boxes.

Xu Chunliang was busy when Lu Qi called to urge him. Everyone was waiting for the thank-you dinner tonight, and he had forgotten about it. He told his grandfather and hurried over.

The venue for this dinner, as before, was Yipinju. As a gynecologist, Yu Mo was often the one being treated, and she rarely paid for dinners. This time, she wanted to express her gratitude to Xu Chunliang for his help.

When Xu Chunliang arrived, Lu Qi was waiting outside, complaining about his tardiness.

Xu Chunliang explained that the store had been busy, and he had been helping his grandfather. Lu Qi smelled the herbal medicine on him and urged him to go inside quickly.

The cold dishes were already on the table, and Yu Li warmly greeted him, "Xiao Xu, you're late today. You'll have to drink three cups as a penalty."

Xu Chunliang noticed that the wine for the evening was Mengjiu, a high-end brand. Yu Mo's husband was a leader in the Development and Reform Commission, and they had no shortage of good wine.

Li Lingyun, upon seeing Xu Chunliang again, felt that he had changed significantly. After all, having connections in the government made a difference. The last time they had dinner together, he was just a small electrician, but now he had entered the medical department and was in charge of its work.

There were many rumors about Xu Chunliang in the hospital, all saying he was a relative of the new director, Zhao Feiyang, with specific details.

Li Lingyun addressed Xu Chunliang as "Director Xu."

Xu Chunliang quickly made a gesture of entreaty, asking Li Lingyun not to call him that, as he was not a director and preferred to be called "Xiao Xu."

Yu Mo, who had resolved the dispute with Zhao Xiaohui, was in a good mood. She laughed, "Who doesn't know that you're in charge of the medical department? It's only a matter of time before you become a director."

Xu Chunliang smiled, "Yu Director, your information is outdated. I just received a notice to join the quality control group."

Li Lingyun said, "I told you, the quality control group needs the medical department director."

Xu Chunliang quickly clarified that he was joining the second quality control group to help Yan Huiyi with the quality control of the branch hospitals, outpatient departments, and cooperative units.

Yu Mo was puzzled. Why was Xu Chunliang, who was doing well in the medical department, transferred to the quality control group? Shouldn't he be rewarded for solving such a big issue?

Li Lingyun had a different view and raised her glass to congratulate Xu Chunliang.

Xu Chunliang smiled, "What's there to celebrate?"

Li Lingyun said, "You're getting a promotion. This assignment to the quality control group is a way to gain experience. When you return, you'll definitely be given a more important role by the leadership."

Hearing this, the others also thought it made sense. Before a promotion, one usually gains experience, and the most common way in the medical system is through targeted support. Every year, there are support missions to Xinjiang, Tibet, and Africa. For Changxing, being assigned to a branch hospital was also a way to gain experience. Li Lingyun herself had worked at a branch hospital for a while before being promoted to head nurse in the orthopedic department.

Xu Chunliang noticed that Yu Li was sitting next to Lu Qi, and they occasionally exchanged glances, with a hint of ambiguity in their expressions. Recalling how much Lu Qi valued this dinner, he realized that they had probably developed a liking for each other during their interactions.

Xu Chunliang deliberately asked, "What's going on between you two?"

Lu Qi pretended to be indifferent, "What's going on?"

Yu Li, while pouring wine for Lu Qi, said, "Officer Lu helped me solve the phone theft case. Can't I thank him?"

Xu Chunliang had specifically instructed Lu Qi and Li Zhong not to mention his involvement, fearing retaliation from the criminal gang, though the real reason was that he did not want to draw too much attention.

Li Zhong said, "You're only thanking him? What about me and Xiao Xu?"

Yu Li laughed, "I'll thank everyone. I'll toast each of you with two cups of wine, okay?"

Lu Qi reminded her that they were all friends and that gratitude did not have to be expressed through drinking.

Even Yu Mo noticed that their relationship seemed a bit off. Her younger sister was already twenty-five, with a good figure and appearance, and was articulate, but had not been in a relationship for a long time. Yu Mo had often worried about her, but Yu Li always said she was not in a hurry and that love would come when it was meant to. It seemed that her words had come true.

Lu Qi had an average appearance but was tall and strong, exuding a masculine aura. He was a police officer and from a family of officials, with a good background.

Li Lingyun joked that Officer Lu was considerate and caring, much better than her straight male brother, though Li Zhong was already engaged and the wedding was set for next year.

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