From Evil Sect Leader to Doctor-Chapter 404 - 378: Let Her Go

Xu Chunliang and Wang Fangtian were having tea and chatting. Wang Fangtian specifically expressed his gratitude to Xu Chunliang for stepping in to help with a situation a few days ago. His son usually gets into trouble, but after that incident, he seems to have learned a lesson and has been behaving much better lately.

Elder Gao believes that the massage method taught by Xu Chunliang, known as "Tuina," has worked wonders, and now he regularly massages his grandson.

Gao Xinhua teamed up with Chen Qianfan, who is excellent at playing card games. Together, they easily defeated Zheng Peian and Pu Jian, not due to gaming skills, but because Zheng Peian and Pu Jian knew how to let the leaders win, ensuring Gao Xinhua’s satisfaction.

After a game, Gao Xinhua, feeling invigorated, suggested they go for a meal.

Everyone unanimously suggested that Gao Xinhua take the seat of honor. Gao Xinhua modestly accepted and arranged for Chen Qianfan and Zheng Peian to sit with him.

Gao Xinhua said to Zheng Peian, "Old Zheng, how could you come to the Capital City without telling me? Wouldn’t it be great for us to be in the same business?"

Zheng Peian replied, "I’m afraid the leader isn’t used to second-class seats."

Everyone burst into laughter, and Gao Xinhua said, "You can only blame yourself for being stingy."

Zheng Peian proposed that Secretary Gao make a toast.

Gao Xinhua told him to cut the formalities, saying that everyone there was like family, and in the Capital City, he didn’t dare take on the role of a leader. He even felt embarrassed to mention his position here.

Gao Xinhua said, "Today, visiting the Capital City and seeing old friends and new ones, I am very honored and very happy. According to our Dongzhou traditions, without saying much, let’s start with three drinks."

Everyone responded in unison, and after three drinks each, they paired off for socializing.

The best drinker among them was Xu Chunliang, followed by Chen Qianfan, who could really hold his liquor. Once they started, you would rarely see his glass touch the table.

Wang Fangtian brought Xu Chunliang a few suggestions, mainly concerning the design concepts for the Healthy Elderly Care Hospital. After hearing this professional’s explanations, Xu Chunliang suddenly felt enlightened.

However, he also noticed Wang Fangtian’s lackluster mood and found out that he had resigned from the design institute. So he asked about Wang Fangtian’s plans after resigning.

Wang Fangtian sighed and said, "What plans could I have? I’ve always been doing design work and don’t know much else. I plan to rest at home for a while and then slowly look for a suitable job."

Xu Chunliang said, "If you don’t mind traveling to Dongzhou often, I’d like to invite you to be our consultant."

Wang Fangtian glanced at his brother-in-law. Gao Xinhua pretended not to hear. He is now the Secretary of Changxing, and his position is quite sensitive. Since Wang Fangtian is his brother-in-law, it would be inappropriate for him to extend such an offer.

After seeing the plans for the Healthy Elderly Care Hospital, Wang Fangtian was somewhat tempted. After leaving his job, the financial burden shifted to his wife Gao Xinyue. Although her income was substantial, he didn’t want to just stay at home doing nothing.

Xu Chunliang said, "This job might not require you to stay in Dongzhou permanently. Dongzhou isn’t too far from the Capital City; you could still return every week. Once the project starts, it will undoubtedly become more manageable. You could consider it a favor to me, and feel free to mention any requests you have."

Tang Jinglun promised Xu Chunliang the authority to form the preparatory team, meaning Xu Chunliang had the power to choose its members.

Wang Fangtian said, "I don’t mind helping you out, but if I were to go to Dongzhou, I’d need to discuss it with your aunt."

In Gao Xinhua’s mind, he thought to himself, Gao Xinyue isn’t Xu Chunliang’s aunt. He would like the two young people to get together, but things aren’t looking very promising at the moment. Romantic feelings can’t be forced.

Xu Chunliang, being decisive in handling matters, suggested that Wang Fangtian should check with Gao Xinyue right away. Having had a little to drink, Wang Fangtian messaged Gao Xinyue. Surprisingly, she didn’t have any objections, saying that as long as the terms were right, working in Dongzhou for a while was fine. It was better than staying idle at home.

Xu Chunliang inquired about Wang Fangtian’s previous annual income at the design institute, which was about 300,000 yuan. He then directly applied to Tang Jinglun for a 500,000 yuan annual salary for him.

Tang Jinglun handled the matter promptly, responding shortly thereafter that since the preparatory department was entrusted to Xu Chunliang, let him make the decisions. Given Wang Fangtian’s understanding of both design and engineering, 500,000 was a fair salary. Xu Chunliang was advised to directly arrange the employment contract, leaving the specific procedures for Dong Changhao to handle.

Gao Xinhua, witnessing Xu Chunliang arrange a job for his brother-in-law over a few phone calls, truly felt the high efficiency of private enterprises. He also realized that Tang Jinglun held Xu Chunliang in high regard. This incident proved that the construction of the future Healthy Elderly Care Hospital would indeed revolve around Xu Chunliang.

Gao Xinhua couldn’t help but think of Zhao Feiyang, whose authority was currently being diminished by Tang Jinglun. Could it be that Zhao Feiyang would become a discarded piece of the Huayuan Group?

Being a businessman, Chen Qianfan immediately expressed interest in collaborating upon hearing about Xu Chunliang’s plans for a Healthy Elderly Care Hospital. "If you’re short of funds, count me in. Our Qianfan Group’s biggest issue is having too much money, not knowing where to invest it," he said.

Xu Chunliang replied, "Brother Chen, if you’re genuinely interested, after our meetings end in a couple of days, I’ll organize a site visit for everyone. It doesn’t matter if you invest or not; the key is to build connections."

As Changxing’s secretary, Gao Xinhua had to express his stance and, with a smile, said, "President Chen, on behalf of Changxing, I welcome you!"

Xu Chunliang realized that it’s no wonder successful entrepreneurs love going to school. The biggest advantage of school is building connections. For instance, Chen Qianfan saw investment opportunities in him, and he saw money in Chen Qianfan.

The drinks tonight were worth it; the relationship deepened, the work was settled, and there was an intention to invest.

Gao Xinhua proposed a toast to everyone, but just then his phone rang. A glance revealed his daughter had sent a location. Gao Xinhua initially thought his daughter sent it by mistake, but out of concern, he checked it and found the location was OMMIA Bar. He immediately felt something was off. Most parents see bars as places of trouble, and his daughter wouldn’t send her location to him for no reason.

Gao Xinhua quickly called his daughter, but no one answered, making him more uneasy. He stood up and said, "Sorry, I have an urgent matter and need to leave first."

Wang Fangtian planned to leave with him, but Gao Xinhua told Wang Fangtian to stay and continue drinking. He thought it might have been a mistake by his daughter, and perhaps he was overthinking.

Xu Chunliang noticed Gao Xinhua looked anxious and got up to see him off. Outside, Xu Chunliang asked, "Uncle Gao, is there something wrong?"

Gao Xinhua said, "Nothing’s wrong!"

Xu Chunliang said, "Don’t lie to me. If there’s really something wrong, don’t hide it; this is the Capital City."

Gao Xinhua hesitated for a moment but then explained what had happened. Xu Chunliang used his phone to call Gao Xiaobai, but her phone was off. He also felt something wasn’t right.

Xu Chunliang immediately decided to go with Gao Xinhua to OMMIA Bar. Chen Qianfan brought the car over, and Xu Chunliang asked Chen Qianfan to arrange for a driver to take them. Zheng Peian, having drunk too much, wasn’t informed about this and was urged to head back to his room to rest.

Pu Jian, having been in the Capital City for so long, knew these places well. OMMIA Bar was about five kilometers from there and was one of the best bars in the Capital City in terms of atmosphere. It had high-level performances, lots of young people, and many pretty girls. Pu Jian had been there a few times but found it too noisy inside.

Wherever there are many people, there will always be a mix of good and bad. In today’s society, there are all sorts of people. Pu Jian knew of many sordid things happening there but didn’t dare tell Gao Xinhua directly. Instead, he quietly informed Xu Chunliang, warning about a group of young people who loitered in such places, preying on pretty girls using various tactics.

Gao Xinhua was in a hurry, constantly urging the driver to go faster and trying several times to call, only to find Gao Xiaobai’s phone continuously turned off.

Wang Fangtian reassured his brother-in-law not to worry. Gao Xiaobai was always very mindful; she seldom went out, and if she did go to a bar, it was usually with classmates, so there shouldn’t be any issues.

Nevertheless, Gao Xinhua was worried. Even though his daughter was excellent, she was still inexperienced in the world. Bars had all kinds of people, and he often read news about bad people spiking drinks at bars. He hoped his daughter wouldn’t run into any trouble.

The fact that his daughter sent her location without reason meant she probably encountered danger and thought of him first.

Arriving at OMMIA Bar, before the car even stopped, Gao Xinhua pushed the door open and rushed out.

Wang Fangtian, fearing his brother-in-law might act rashly, quickly followed. 𝑓𝑟𝑒𝘦𝓌𝑒𝑏𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝘭.𝒸𝘰𝑚

Xu Chunliang also hurriedly followed, hearing Chen Qianfan shout, "Isn’t that her?"

Looking in the direction pointed, Xu Chunliang saw four young men supporting two girls who were drunk as mud, heading toward the street, one of whom was clearly Gao Xiaobai.

Seeing his daughter like that, Gao Xinhua lost all reason, shouting as he rushed up, "Let her go!"

The four young men were taken aback. Seeing a group of people aggressively approaching, they realized something wasn’t right.

The leader, a handsome, tall young man, was supporting Gao Xiaobai. He showed no sign of panic and politely said, "Sir, who are you?"

Gao Xinhua rushed forward and grabbed his daughter, "Xiaobai, what’s wrong with you?" He glared at the young man, "What did you do to my daughter?"

The young man smiled reassuringly, "Sir, you’ve misunderstood. They drank too much. I was about to send them home. Are you her father? It’s great you came. We can breathe easy now."

He gestured, and his companion handed the other girl to Wang Fangtian.

Gao Xinhua called out, "Xiaobai, Xiaobai!"

Gao Xiaobai was already unconscious. If her father hadn’t been holding her, she would have collapsed to the ground. The other girl wasn’t much better off.

Pu Jian wasn’t surprised by the scene. Such situations were common in places like this. He recognized the leader as Wang Zeqiang, a rising star in the Capital City with a powerful background that he couldn’t afford to offend.

Xu Chunliang came up to Gao Xiaobai, checked her breathing, and said to the youth, "Unless you explain everything clearly, none of you punks are leaving today!"

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