Great Doctor Without Borders

Chapter 1574 Choice
Huang Youlong stepped into Xiyuan and indeed saw his father sitting there. He wasn't sure if the person in front of him was real or not, so he cautiously approached: "Father-in-law..."

Li Bingxing's eyes were empty, seemingly looking at him, yet also seeming to be gazing elsewhere: "Chess...chess..." His hands were grasping at something in the air.

Huang Youlong reached out and grabbed his wrist. The other man struggled frantically, letting out heart-wrenching screams.

Huang Youlong was certain that the person in front of him was his father. He hugged his father tightly and whispered, "Father, I'm here. Don't be afraid!"

Fang Boyan seemed to be completely cut off from the outside world, only screaming incessantly.

Huang Youlong heard the sound of something falling to the ground. He looked down and saw a remote control lying on the floor, its digital display rapidly counting down...

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"So, you don't know how you were saved?" Feng Mingjun asked softly, looking at the other person.

Xu Jiaxuan, his hands covered in scars, picked up the black tea in front of him, took a sip, and felt his body warm up a bit before nodding and saying, "I don't know. Maybe they thought I had lost my value, or maybe they were worried about retaliation from Bureau 579, so they decided to let me go."

Feng Mingjun said, "Chunliang has been to the peninsula." Mentioning Xu Chunliang's name at this time was not accidental, but a reminder to Xu Jiaxuan that his escape was related to Xu Chunliang.

Xu Jiaxuan pursed his lips: "I haven't contacted him yet."

Feng Mingjun said, "After he went to the peninsula, we lost contact with him."

Xu Jiaxuan frowned: "You mean, he didn't come back?"

Feng Mingjun said, "I don't know."

Xu Jiaxuan said, "Some things cannot be forced."

Feng Mingjun said, "I often wonder if we made a mistake from the very beginning." She opened a drawer and took out a document: "Take a close look at it, and if there are no problems, sign it."

Xu Jiaxuan did not immediately take it, his gaze full of questioning.

Feng Mingjun explained, "Given our past relationship, it is not suitable for you to continue working at Bureau 579. Once you sign this document, you can retire."

Xu Jiaxuan nodded, took the document, and signed it without even looking at it.

Feng Mingjun said, "Why don't you look at the contents?"

Xu Jiaxuan said, "There's no need for that."

"What are you going to do next?"

Xu Jiaxuan laughed and said, "My retirement pension should be enough to achieve financial freedom. I haven't decided yet, but I'll most likely return to the countryside to get married and have children." He handed the signed documents to Feng Mingjun.

Feng Mingjun took the hand and put it away, then extended her hand to him, saying, "I wish you all your dreams come true." But a strange feeling arose in her heart. Even if she retired, she would never have the same opportunity as him.

Xu Jiaxuan shook hands with her, their palms still retaining the warmth of the past. Xu Jiaxuan said, "Before I leave, I want to ask you a question: what do you think of him?"

Although Xu Chunliang's name was not mentioned, Feng Mingjun knew very well who he was referring to: "I thought I would hate him, but when I actually faced him, I just couldn't bring myself to hate him. I don't know why, but I always felt that he was my own flesh and blood."

Xu Jiaxuan released her hand, turned and left. Feng Mingjun's eyes revealed a hint of disappointment, perhaps because of his departure, or perhaps because she was unable to hear his true feelings from him.

As Xu Jiaxuan walked through the garden, he saw Old Fei wearing a straw hat and trimming the branches. He intended to simply pass by, but Old Fei called out to him, "Little Xu!"

Xu Jiaxuan stopped in his tracks: "Old Fei, I'm not young anymore."

Old Fei picked up the towel draped over his shoulder and wiped the sweat from his face: "It's not easy to come back alive."

Xu Jiaxuan said, "Don't worry, I haven't betrayed the organization."

Professor Fei smiled and said, "Thank you for your efforts."

Xu Jiaxuan said, "Being able to hear you in person is definitely the happiest thing for me today."

Mr. Fei said, "Leaving is a relief for you, and I envy you."

Xu Jiaxuan nodded, then hesitated, as if he wanted to say something but stopped himself.

Mr. Fei seemed to have guessed his thoughts and said softly, "There is a department that would be very suitable for you. I can recommend you."

Xu Jiaxuan smiled and said, "Thank you for your kindness. I've finally been freed from this predicament and have no intention of going back into marriage."

Old Fei said, "That's good. Many people leave here, but very few can truly let go. I hope everything goes well for you."

Since Qiao Yuanjiang passed away, Qiao Lao's condition has worsened day by day, and Mei Ruxue has stayed by his side to take care of him during this time.

Qiao Rulong is under investigation for company matters and has not returned to this day. Old Master Qiao has never inquired about it.

Because they were afraid of upsetting Mr. Qiao, his family members subconsciously avoided talking about Qiao Rulong.

When Wang Siqi came to visit Old Qiao today, her sister-in-law Qiao Yuanhong specifically reminded her to be careful with her words.

When Wang Siqi entered the room, Mei Ruxue happened to be there. Mei Ruxue greeted him and then got up to leave. She knew very well that Wang Siqi had not completely let go of the past.

"Dad, how are you feeling?" Wang Siqi asked, her eyes red. Old Qiao coughed twice and said, "Much better. The doctor said I can go out in a few days."

Wang Siqi said, "You must take good care of your health, this family can't do without you..."

Old Qiao shook his head with a wry smile: "I'm getting old. I used to think the same way, so I couldn't let go of anything. But now I realize that I've unknowingly become a burden to this family."

Wang Siqi said, "Please don't think that way, sir."

Old Qiao asked her to get him a cushion and shifted his posture slightly: "Siqi, how's the situation with Rulong?"

Wang Siqi had been holding back from mentioning his son, but now that the old man had brought it up, she felt no longer hesitant. She sighed and told him about how Qiao Rulong had been under investigation and hadn't returned home yet.

After listening, Old Qiao advised her to trust the country and the law, assuring her that justice would be served for Qiao Rulong.

Wang Siqi understood that the old man meant he wouldn't get involved in the matter. She couldn't help but say, "Dad, actually Rulong didn't do anything seriously wrong. I asked around and the company's accounts are fine. They said it was because of Equator Capital."

Old Qiao said, "I don't know the specifics, and you shouldn't inquire. The innocent will clear themselves. He certainly won't be implicated in something he didn't do. If he did something wrong, he should be punished regardless of whether he is my grandson or not."

Wang Siqi said, "But there's something I don't understand. Why haven't the people in charge of Equator Capital been investigated? They are the buyers. If there are any problems, they should also bear the responsibility."

Old Qiao said, "Everything has a procedure... cough cough..." He coughed again.

Wang Siqi offered to get him some water, but Old Qiao waved his hand, indicating that he didn't need it.

After Old Qiao's cough subsided, Wang Siqi said, "Also, Wang Jiancheng also has shares and participated in the transaction, so why is he alright?"

Old Qiao asked, "Where did you get all this information from?"

Wang Siqi hesitated and did not give a direct answer.

Old Qiao didn't want to continue talking to her, so he lowered his eyes and said, "I'm tired and want to rest for a while."

Wang Siqi understood that the old man didn't want to talk to her anymore, so she got up and left. When she went out, she encountered Ye Qingya coming to visit. Facing this former daughter-in-law, Wang Siqi didn't give her a good look. If Ye Qingya hadn't taken the initiative to call her "Auntie," she wouldn't have bothered to even acknowledge her.

In Wang Siqi's view, Ye Qingya, his former daughter-in-law, should also bear a lot of responsibility for the reason why her son has ended up in this situation.

Wang Siqi's attitude did not affect Ye Qingya's mood. After going through a storm, her emotions were frighteningly stable. She walked towards the ward with a calm smile.

Wang Siqi finally spoke up, saying, "The old man is resting."

Ye Qingya did not pause because of her words.

Pushing open the door to the ward, Ye Qingya smiled gently and asked, "Grandpa Qiao, are you feeling better today?"

When Old Qiao saw that it was Ye Qingya, a kind smile appeared on his face: "Qingya has arrived."

Ye Qingya put down the fruit basket she had brought and bowed to Old Qiao, asking, "Have you taken the medicine you brought last time?"

Old Qiao smiled at her and said, "I've eaten."

Ye Qingya handed him a porcelain bottle and whispered, "Take one pill a day after breakfast. Please remember that."

Old Qiao nodded obediently, and surprisingly, he stopped coughing altogether.

After delivering the medicine, Ye Qingya did not linger and quickly took her leave.

As they were leaving, they saw that Wang Siqi was still there, talking to Qiao Yuanhong. Both of them looked at Ye Qingya at the same time. Ye Qingya smiled kindly and then walked towards the elevator.

Watching Ye Qingya's figure disappear, Wang Siqi couldn't help but ask, "What's she doing here?"

Qiao Yuanhong said, "Our two families have always maintained a relationship, so it's normal for her to come and visit the old man."

Wang Siqi said worriedly, "I don't think Dad is doing well. What will happen to Rulong if something really happens to him?"

Qiao Yuanhong was somewhat annoyed by her words and responded indifferently, "Everyone has their own destiny, and I believe that good people are always blessed."

Ye Qingya drove to the teahouse opposite the studio; she had come specifically to keep the appointment.

Xu Jiaxuan was sitting in a booth by the window, flipping through a newly published novel, "The Great Doctor's Rise," by Lin Sijin.

After Ye Qingya sat down, Xu Jiaxuan said, "What would you like to drink? It's on me."

Ye Qingya laughed: "So generous! Should I call you Old Xu or Little Xu?"

Xu Jiaxuan's face broke into a bright smile that seemed beyond his years, and he said in a low voice, "You can also call me Uncle Xu." He was Xu Chunliang, and in order to conceal his whereabouts, he cleverly used Xu Jiaxuan's identity to return. Even when he was face to face with Feng Mingjun, the other party did not recognize him.

Xu Chunliang withdrew from Bureau 579 on behalf of Xu Jiaxuan. After returning to Beijing, he contacted Ye Qingya privately and learned that Old Qiao was seriously ill. He then sent medicine to Old Qiao through Ye Qingya.

Although Qiao Rulong's company was investigated, no major problems were found. After Xu Chunliang talked with Qiao Rulong, Qiao Rulong decided to get involved himself and implicate Equator Capital.

Although there is currently no control over Ren Tianye, the head of Equator Capital, Equator Capital's business has almost come to a standstill.

(End of this chapter)