Merchant and doctor

Chapter 2195 Suddenly my vision blurred and my ears started ringing badly.

When you meet a kindred spirit, a thousand cups of tea are not enough; even a weak tea has an endless aftertaste.

Bian Mu and Mr. Meng hit it off immediately. Bian Mu then recounted all the humiliations he had suffered at the local hospital and the "Huikang" hospital. Mr. Meng would occasionally slap the table in regret, as if he had known them for a long time.

Observing his words and expressions, Bian Mu gradually realized that Mr. Meng in front of him also knew some martial arts, but he didn't have much of a foundation in traditional martial arts. He should belong to the kind of external martial arts such as Taekwondo, Karate, Jiu-Jitsu, or Free Fighting.

“I’m short of a chief pharmacist, Mr. Meng. Would you be so kind as to go and help out for a while?” Bian Mu asked with a smile.

"I couldn't be happier! Look at my face, if I stay cooped up here for a few more years I'll turn into a mummy. Don't you own three clinics? Where am I supposed to work?"

"Logically, I should invite you to the main branch to help out for a while, and also to help me with a few apprentices. But then I thought about it, and Dr. Teng's side is full of mediocre people. Don't laugh at me, but if it weren't for the need to fully promote the 'Digital Medicine' school, I would really regret rushing to open such a branch. Thank God! I've met such a talented person like you here, so I intend to invite you to help me establish a good reputation! However... Dr. Teng has always been very diligent, so it's not appropriate to transfer her elsewhere to formally hire you as the head of the branch. Please forgive any rudeness!" As he spoke, Bian Mu solemnly put his hands together and gave a half-bow to Mr. Meng.

"Hey?! We're brothers, let's not talk about that! To be honest, if you really gave me the title of director, I'd be annoyed! I've always lacked self-awareness, and I don't like being managed anywhere. You run a proper state-owned clinic, and you'd have to worry about everything all day long! It's exhausting! So exhausting! Even with our friendship, I probably couldn't last six months, hahaha... Forget about the chief physician title, just give me a job! Here, I actually earn a little over 6200 yuan a month, and the clinic keeps paying my social insurance and housing fund contributions. I also have a small side job, sometimes more, sometimes less, and sometimes I don't earn a penny. On average, I can earn about 10,000 yuan a month. We're brothers, let's cut it in half! Just keep my insurance and pay me 6000 yuan a month!"

"You're joking! 15000 a month, plus five social insurances and two housing funds, all going to the clinic. After a year, you'll be a full-time employee! Your salary will stay at this level, and you'll get a bonus at the end of the year! How about it?"

"No, no! That won't do! If I take so much money from you, I'll have to put in a lot more effort. I'm afraid I won't be able to handle it in the long run, really! 21000, 4% off, and round it up to a whole number, give me 8000 a month, and give me some spare time for a side hustle, how about that?"

"Hehe... then let's make it 1! Forget about the important task of protecting the museum! Well... in case anything goes wrong inside, please keep your temper in check, Brother Meng, and let Doctor Teng handle it himself, how about that?"

"You understand me! Looks like we really are brothers from a past life! Don't worry, after a few years of tempering here, my temper has been mellowed out. We'll do it your way. So... I'll go over tomorrow to hand over all the documents?"

“Okay! I’ll call Sister Ye. The relevant departments are strict, and we can’t be careless with the procedures!” As she spoke, Bian Mu took out her phone and called Nurse Ye.

Upon learning that Bian Mu had carefully selected a male pharmacist, Nurse Ye was naturally overjoyed. Putting aside everything else, the No. 2 branch pharmacy was under too much pressure and might "explode" in a while. Teng Daili's job would immediately relieve half of the pressure, which was something they all absolutely wanted!
After hanging up the phone, Bian Mu smiled at Mr. Meng.

"Sister Ye said let's go there the day after tomorrow. Let's all make some preparations and hold a grand ceremony so that it will be easier for you to stay there later."

"We are both carefree people, why bother with such trivial matters! It's unnecessary!"

"Hospital No. 3 is almost entirely composed of mediocre people. Only Dr. Teng has some connections and is relatively quick-witted. Dr. Sun Zhengting is at best a conservative type. His colleagues there are more worldly-minded and easily swayed by such tactics, so..."

"Alright then! Just a token gesture will do! Don't go overboard!"

"No, hehe..."

"Would you consider this a small favor I did for you?" Mr. Meng suddenly asked, changing the subject.

"Of course! Brother Meng! I am deeply grateful!"

"Let's not play these games! Hahaha... It's her! I can't compare to you in terms of medicine, and you've already seen it. The root of the problem has never been completely cured! Since we're destined to meet, shall I take her pulse?"

"Of course! So... how many children does she have now?" Bian Mu suddenly asked. "One son and one daughter. The son is about three years older than the daughter, I don't quite remember. The daughter should be in fifth grade this year, or almost in middle school..."

"Oh...you're married, right?" Bian Mu asked casually.

"Tch! What are you thinking! I have nothing to do with her. I divorced four years ago, and I only had one other girl by my side. I gave her the agreement!"

"Is your ex-sister-in-law still living there?"

"Her family is quite well-off. After the divorce, she went back to Nanjin and is now the owner of a law firm. What's wrong?"

"It's nothing... I was just asking casually. We're brothers, so I'll just say whatever's on my mind. That proprietress is deeply in love, and I had to make a wild guess about you just now... Sorry!"

Upon hearing this, Mr. Meng's face immediately showed a look of great surprise.

"I say... this isn't divine judgment... it's downright... if this continues, aren't you afraid of shortening your lifespan?!" Mr. Meng, who was quite skilled in medicine and also had a deep understanding of traditional Chinese studies, muttered a few words of concern upon seeing Bian Mu's extraordinary ability to judge people and read faces.

"Tch! Cursing me the first time we met! How could she be so divine! People as devoted in love as her are rare to find. Not to mention me, any skilled traditional Chinese medicine doctor in Lijin City could tell." As she spoke, Bian Mu briefly mentioned the past of Teacher Yu and his daughter.

"Oh...you're right! People like her are indeed rare. I was too timid just now. But you are really amazing. Take my advice, from now on, just be content with what you have in terms of medical skills. There's really no need to risk your life."

"That's because you overestimate me. I'm just an ordinary person. Well... how about inviting her over for a chat?"

"Okay! Just a moment!" With that, Mr. Meng got up and went to the bar to talk to the proprietress.

Bian Mu was enjoying her drink alone when her phone rang.

It was Professor Mi's current female assistant calling.

"Teacher Mi's eyesight has suddenly become a little blurry lately, and her mind is somewhat scattered. In addition, her tinnitus is getting worse. Would it be convenient for her to come over during her lunch break tomorrow?"

"Huh?! Then what are we waiting for! I'm talking about something right now, I'll come over as soon as I'm done. Send me your status, and I'll meet up with you first."

"There's no rush. We were notified to prepare to vacate the office. Teacher Mi might still be a little overwhelmed... It's probably a stress reaction. I'll go with you first thing tomorrow morning?"

"That works too! I'll send you my location. It just so happens that I happen to have some traditional Chinese medicine on hand right now. I made it myself for emergencies. You can take a bottle to Teacher Mi's house, it'll be a hassle. Just take three pills under your tongue before bed!"

"That's great! Thank you! Thank you!"

"We're all family here, no need to be so polite! We'll talk when we meet!" With that, Bian Mu hung up the phone.