Chapter 917 883: Landmark Location

Shu Yuanhang's heart became very conflicted. He always regarded the profession of a doctor as extremely sacred and pure, intolerant of any dirt. In his eyes, the patient's interests were above all else, which was why he offended Datuk Li Zongyuan of Penang.

Shu Yuanhang pursued perfection in professional ethics, demanding it of himself and his team. This anti-corruption effort made him see reality clearly. He felt somewhat disheartened and even found it impossible to imagine how to continue collaborating with such a team.

Xu Chunliang noticed his conflict: "Brother Yuanhang, if you feel unhappy, you can change your place. With your level of expertise, any hospital in the country would greatly value you."

Shu Yuanhang said, "Does it make a difference?"

Xu Chunliang laughed: "Tonight, I witnessed the transformation of an idealist into a pessimist."

Shu Yuanhang finally laughed: "Just take it as me venting. Actually, most doctors are still good."

Xu Chunliang said, "Our Infectious Disease Hospital is preparing to set up a comprehensive hospital, planning to build it according to the standards of a top-tier institution."

Shu Yuanhang said, "You mentioned this to me."

Xu Chunliang said, "The land has already been approved. We plan to divide the construction into two phases. Phase one is the infectious disease zone, which is the new building of the current Infectious Disease Hospital. Phase two is the comprehensive medical zone, which is our newly created comprehensive hospital. Initially, it was planned to bear the Dongzhou Infectious Disease Hospital's name, but considering the public's perception, we plan to downplay the word 'infectious disease.' You can understand it as a hospital independently operated with shares by our hospital."

Shu Yuanhang said, "How can you be so demanding, Chunliang? I'm not saying anything about you, but with your excellent medical skills, you should be saving lives every day instead of doing all this, isn't it somewhat neglecting the essentials?" Others don't know, but he is very aware that his father's leukemia was cured thanks to Xu Chunliang. Even his wife, a blood disease expert herself, couldn't figure out the magic Xu Chunliang used to cure his father.

Xu Chunliang said, "Let's take an example. You perform two surgeries a day, work 365 days a year without rest, and at most, you can treat 730 patients a year. Suppose you work for 40 years, maintain this intensity every day, and at best, treat less than 30,000 patients in total. But what about building a hospital?"

Xu Chunliang took Changxing Hospital as an example. Last year, Changxing Hospital had 2.96 million outpatient visits, 199,300 discharges, and 72,000 surgeries. That means if Shu Yuanhang went full throttle, working tirelessly for 40 years, he would still not match a hospital's half-year surgical volume, and Xu Chunliang was estimating at the limit for him. In fact, Shu Yuanhang can't even manage two surgeries a day on average, perhaps not even one.

After hearing Xu Chunliang's analysis, Shu Yuanhang sighed, "It seems my perspective has been too narrow. My dad always said you're a person who accomplishes big things."

Xu Chunliang said, "Uncle Tong praises me, but mainly I can't sit still, otherwise I'd inherit my grandfather's legacy and take over Huichun Hall. Oh, don't interrupt me; I'm discussing serious matters with you. Now Equatorial Capital has decided to invest, do you want to join, let Uncle Tong invest some money, establish a top-notch cardiac surgery center in the country, and you can select your team. This will guarantee fewer worries."

Shu Yuanhang said, "Stop drawing this pie for me, your area is still a big empty field."

Xu Chunliang said, "Do you not trust me? Don't you know what kind of person I am? Don't I, Xu Chunliang, follow through on my words?"

Shu Yuanhang said, "I trust you. If I don't trust my friends, who do I trust? But Dean Zhao is also good to me. If I abandon Changxing right now, wouldn't it be somewhat disloyal?"

Xu Chunliang said, "Have you got it wrong here? You initially came to Changxing Hospital for me, not Zhao Feiyang. He treats you well because he values your medical skills and influence. I'm not asking you to walk out immediately. When the new hospital here is built, you'll have almost repaid the favors elsewhere. By the way, I heard rumors that Huayuan Group might transfer Changxing's shares, which means your hospital is changing its backer boss."

Shu Yuanhang was indifferent to things outside of medicine; whoever becomes the boss of Changxing Hospital has little to do with him. He just focuses on doing his job well.

Xu Chunliang said, "Once the boss changes, Zhao Feiyang might leave. Will you still be holding on to Changxing?"

Shu Yuanhang said, "I'm not so stubborn. But, let's keep things separate; don't involve my dad."

Xu Chunliang said, "Seriously, do you think I'm eyeing your dad's money? We don't lack investment. Several big capitals are eager to invest in us. Whomever we use money from, I have to consider."

Shu Yuanhang laughed, "You are just bragging. Isn't it Mo Han, your relationship with her isn't ordinary."

Xu Chunliang said, "Don't spout nonsense; we're clear and innocent."

Xu Chunliang's phone rang, just as someone mentioned Cao Cao in Dongzhou. It was Mo Han who called.

Xu Chunliang answered: "Oh, what great timing; I was just having a drink with Dr. Shu and mentioned you."

Mo Han said, "Mentioning me is never good news."

"You guessed it right again."

Mo Han called this time to inform Xu Chunliang that Luan Yuchuan would be visiting their plot of land tomorrow for an on-site inspection and that he should arrange reception.

Xu Chunliang felt it was sudden; shouldn't this be notified days prior? Was Luan Yuchuan on a whim? But with a major investor coming, they certainly needed good reception. After hanging up, Xu Chunliang immediately informed several main leaders of the hospital. Dean Yan Huaiyi heard the head of Equatorial Capital was coming over and excitedly started stuttering. He planned to arrange a reception, preparing to conduct a ceremony in advance at the construction site.

Xu Chunliang told Yan Huaiyi not to overemphasize formality; Equatorial Capital wasn't doing charity—there was profit to be made that's why they invested. There are many wealthy people in this world, and now the initiative is in their hands. Essentially, even if Equatorial Capital wants to invest, they might not necessarily choose to accept it.

Xu Chunliang was on the phone for more than ten minutes. After hanging up, he smiled at Shu Yuanhang and said, "Sorry, unexpected situation."

Shu Yuanhang said, "A busy man indeed, I really admire your energy."

Xu Chunliang raised his wine glass and said, "Usually, I don't get this many calls..."

The phone rang again.

Shu Yuanhang signaled him to take the call first, as he had plenty of time to wait.

This call seemed unfamiliar. Xu Chunliang asked, "Who is this?"

"Me!" It was a woman on the other end.

Xu Chunliang found the voice familiar: "Who are you?"

"You've taken my car for several days, and the compensation has been sent to your hospital. What? Not planning to return it?"

Only then did Xu Chunliang realize it was Xiahou Mulan. He smiled awkwardly, "Oh, it's you. Your voice did sound familiar."

Xiahou Mulan was evidently a bit disappointed. It's only been a few days, and he couldn't recognize her voice. To be fair, they weren't that familiar. Just looking at this guy, he seemed like a typical scoundrel, probably with countless women around him. It's obvious Hua Zhuyue, who came with him, has something going on with him.

Even through the phone, Xu Chunliang could sense Xiahou Mulan's displeasure: "Um, I've been a bit busy these past two days. I wanted to return it myself, but I couldn't make time. How about this, I'll have someone send the car back to you tomorrow."

Xiahou Mulan replied, "No need, I'm actually in Dongzhou for business."

"Really? That's great. Where are you? Have you eaten yet?"

Xiahou Mulan said thanks for the concern and hung up. She was really upset, thinking how he could just forget like nothing happened.

Xu Chunliang felt Xiahou Mulan's call was quite abrupt.

Sitting across from him, Shu Yuanhang looked at him meaningfully, "What's going on? Did you provoke some girl?"

Xu Chunliang said, "No, I just borrowed a car in Qiaocheng and forgot to return it. Now, she's come all the way here to get it back."

Shu Yuanhang replied, "Well, you do need to return it. Cars and women shouldn't be lent. Since she's come so far, shouldn't you at least be a good host? Invite her over for a meal."

Xu Chunliang said, "This shabby place you chose is too lacking in ceremonial feel."

Shu Yuanhang said, "True friends don't care about formalities. You call out, and if she doesn't come, you've done your part. But if she comes, it means she's not that distant from you."

Xu Chunliang responded, "I feel like you're trying to satisfy your strong curiosity at my expense?"

Shu Yuanhang's mood completely lifted, and he laughed heartily. Everyone loves a bit of gossip.

Xu Chunliang thought for a bit. His words weren't entirely unreasonable. Xiahou Mulan was in Dongzhou, and no matter what, they couldn't erase what happened between them entirely. After all, they had shared intimate moments, and he shouldn't be heartlessly indifferent.

Xu Chunliang then sent Xiahou Mulan a location. Surprisingly, the handmade noodle place wasn't marked on the map; the nearest landmark was a family planning supplies store.

Xu Chunliang overlooked the details and sent it over directly, conveying a message—come over, I'll treat you to chicken.

Xiahou Mulan was now extremely annoyed. Hearing the message tone and seeing the location, she was so angry she almost exploded. What was he inviting her for? Xu Chunliang, this shameless guy, what does he take her for? Xiahou Mulan wasn't some frivolous woman, she didn't travel over two hundred kilometers just for this.

Xiahou Mulan was fuming as she paced back and forth in her suite. If she didn't vent her anger after seeing Xu Chunliang, she'd be upset the whole night. Xiahou Mulan decided to go find him, even imagining spitting on his face and calling him a rogue, and perhaps giving him a slap as well.

Actually, Xu Chunliang didn't expect Xiahou Mulan to come. Because his back was to the door, he didn't notice when she entered the small shop.

By the time Xiahou Mulan came in, most of her anger had dissipated. She actually went for a walk around the pink-lit family planning supplies store. Xu Chunliang wasn't in there. It was only after coming out that she noticed the shredded chicken shop next door, realizing she might have misunderstood Xu Chunliang's intentions. He really did plan to treat her to chicken.