Chapter 260 236: Beside the Sunken Boat

Tan Haiyan blinked, starting to understand, but she still couldn't figure out how this was related to them?Huayuan Group and Changxing collaborated to establish Dongzhou Huanyan Medical Management Co., Ltd. Huayuan Group acquired shares, and thus gained authority here. The ultimate fate of Weishan Island Hospital seemed beyond their control.

Tan Haiyan told Xu Chunliang that yesterday she attended a meeting after returning, where a working team from the city settled in Changxing to investigate the issues raised by medical staff. From what it appears, the concerns were not about the reform itself, but about their identities post-reform.

Xu Chunliang expected this outcome. No matter how intense the protest seemed today, eventually, it would all be tallied up, and the medical staff's uproar would fundamentally achieve nothing.

With Zhao Feiyang's wisdom, he could not have blindly pushed for reform, nor would he stumble on economic issues.

Previously, when he was questioned about his conduct, didn't he weather the crisis smoothly? Moreover, before this collective protest, he had already disclosed his personal assets, indicating his stance that he was not afraid of scrutiny and could withstand an investigation.

With the working team's entry into Changxing this time, everyone thought they were targeting Zhao Feiyang, but soon realized the situation was skewing unexpectedly.

After the incident, even-tempered Chen Xing'an was so enraged that he had a heart attack and was admitted to the hospital, getting two stents that very night.

Because Chen Xing'an's situation is extremely sensitive now, none of the past mid-level officials, who would bow and scrape before him, dared to visit him proactively.

Almost everyone realized that Chen Xing'an's influence was waning. He was already on the verge of retirement, and it was rumored that he orchestrated this open protest by Changxing's medical staff.

Zhao Feiyang has already navigated through safely; soon, he might settle scores with those who led the protests gradually. Chen Xing'an's situation serves as a warning, and at such a time, who would dare openly show goodwill to Chen Xing'an?

The first person to visit Chen Xing'an was Dean Zhao Feiyang, who came alone without any accompaniment and brought a bouquet of flowers for Chen Xing'an.

Sitting on the hospital bed, Chen Xing'an still felt an uneasy blockage in his heart. Director Qin Guoming from the Cardiology Department told him that his left anterior descending artery was 85% blocked, but after placing two stents, the heart's blood supply was good for now.

Yet, Chen Xing'an felt no improvement in his symptoms, and Qin Guoming said it was his psychological burden, unrelated to his physiology.

Chen Xing'an feigned formality: "Dean Zhao, with your busy schedule, why did you come by?"

Zhao Feiyang, as if nothing had happened, smiled warmly: "Secretary Chen fell ill; how could I not visit? I don't have much happening, just cooperating with the working group these days."

He placed the bouquet on the bedside table, paying special attention; under the bed was clean, with no other gifts, proving that few had visited.

People are inherently pragmatic. You think you're on the side of justice, fighting for employees' interests, expecting gratitude and support, but you're gravely mistaken!

They support you because they believe you can benefit them, speak for them. The moment you lose value, everyone distances themselves from you.

Chen Xing'an even thought that if he suddenly died from a myocardial infarction this time, probably few would come to mourn. These intellectuals are too pragmatic, and he chose the wrong ally.

Zhao Feiyang wasn't there to mock Chen Xing'an; he even sympathized with him. If the person being investigated was himself, he would face the same fate as Chen Xing'an. Leaders should understand the fickleness within the system better than ordinary people.

This further strengthened his resolve to leave the system. Without a decisive cut now, such troubles would persist endlessly.

Chen Xing'an invited Zhao Feiyang to sit, and Zhao drew up a chair beside the bed. The two, old and young partners, suddenly fell silent. Chen Xing'an was silent because he had nothing to say to Zhao Feiyang, suspecting him to be involved in his reporting incident.

Zhao Feiyang was pondering over where to start, although he had thought it through before coming. Upon seeing Chen Xing'an, he suddenly changed his mind.

Amidst the wreck, a thousand sails pass by; on the branches of the sick trees, all the trees bloom in spring.

The development of the times is irreversible, and the reform of public hospitals is inevitable. The older generation of cadres represented by Chen Xing'an inevitably will exit the historical stage.

Zhao Feiyang believes this incident isn't about Chen Xing'an's dissatisfaction with him, but his fear of change. He no longer has the courage to fight for Changxing, lacks the ability to progress, yet fears others progressing. Such a person has become an obstacle to Changxing's development.

"How are you feeling?" Zhao Feiyang finally broke the silence.

"Alright, Director Qin said I came just in time, so there won't be any aftereffects."

"That's good." Zhao Feiyang's face formed a formulaic smile: "Everyone is concerned about you, hoping you recover soon and return to work."

Chen Xing'an doubted Zhao Feiyang's words. Firstly, Zhao himself didn't seem to hope so; the protest by the medical staff hadn't developed as he wished; Zhao's response was timely and effective.

The protest drew attention from the city, with an investigative team deployed first-hand, but ironically, nothing was found against Zhao Feiyang; instead, Secretary Chen Xing'an's old troubles surfaced, leaving him in embarrassing conditions.

Zhao Feiyang said: "The employee representative meeting will be convened early, waiting for Secretary Chen to host."

Chen Xing'an wasn't surprised. It involved public-private partnership, equity allocation, needing the employee representative meeting's process and a voting procedure, but Chen had lost hope for the results; he realized he chose the wrong target. Zhao Feiyang was just the executor of this reform, not the decision-maker; his actions seemingly in defense of everyone's interests offended many.

Sadly, their protest didn't hinder Changxing's reform but expedited it.

Chen Xing'an said: "Judging by my health, it seems prohibitive."

Zhao Feiyang asked: "Secretary Chen intends to resign?"

Chen Xing'an was stunned, never having said so. Was Zhao Feiyang reminding him? Clearly, he had become a thorn in Zhao's side.

Zhao Feiyang sighed: "Your thoughts align with mine. After this incident, I am truly weary. I ponder tirelessly why so many doubts arose about me? Why, while dedicated to Changxing, am I misunderstood? Why do others say I pocketed public funds for myself? Ultimately, it's because of my identity."

Chen Xing'an quietly watched Zhao Feiyang, starting to realize his intention.

Zhao Feiyang said: "I have submitted an application to resign officially from my public post. Any reform will incur sacrifices. Without a determination to cut the cord, others will question my courage."

With calm, Chen Xing'an said: "You misunderstand, I haven't considered resigning, nor do I possess your resolve and courage."

Within, indescribable feelings surged, with Zhao Feiyang deciding to quit. His starting point might be reform, but certainly not devoid of self-interest. From resigning, he clarified his allegiance; regardless of his words, he would prioritize Huayuan Group's interests.

Chen Xing'an had to admire Zhao Feiyang's astuteness; shedding public duties, he would not continue under the system's constraints. Zhao must have deliberated extensively, brewing this thought over time.

Chen Xing'an asked: "Will the reform truly benefit Changxing?"

Zhao Feiyang nodded confidently: "It definitely will!"

Managing a slight fatigue, Chen Xing'an continued: "Will so many employees' interests be secured?"

Zhao Feiyang responded: "Regarding this, you should know old methods for old, new for new, securing all employees' interests. As Changxing's dean, I must defend their rights."

Chen Xing'an nodded wearily, "With that assurance, I rest easy."

Zhao Feiyang said: "Secretary Chen might have differing views from mine, but we share the aspiration for Changxing's betterment."

Gazing out the window, Chen Xing'an sighed: "Hopefully!"

Da Heng Group's East China Region head, Zhang Hengyang, arrived early at Hu Shan Town Government. Lately, Secretary Kong Xiangsheng has noticeably calmed; after several frustrated confrontations, he realized Mei Ru Xue's backing was unfathomable, completely relinquishing any aspirations of competing with her for credits. He's now pushing everything toward Mei Ru Xue, no exception this time.

A lone green leaf, no matter the effort, couldn't outshine the flowers; he was destined as a supporting role.

Zhang Hengyang also saw the intricacies, so now he visits directly with, Town Mayor Mei Ru Xue, bypassing Secretary Kong Xiangsheng.

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