Chapter 154 134: The Villain's Counterattack

Xu Chunliang told him that he went to He Tiantian Restaurant for a meal yesterday and happened to encounter Xiaosinan. At that time, he noticed that her eyeballs had a lot of gray spots. This usually indicates a parasitic infection in children.Furthermore, Xiaosinan had mysteriously lost her speech for over a year. She had gone to the provincial capital to consult experts, undergone various examinations, but no results were found. The possibility of a brain tumor was ruled out, hence it was judged that her aphasia was caused by brain parasites.

Xiaosinan's living environment and her habit of liking cats and dogs increased the likelihood of infection. Taking all this into account, Xu Chunliang made his diagnosis. However, he didn't disclose all the bases for his diagnosis.

The "Manual of a Thousand Insects" specifically provides a clear diagnosis for Chun Si worms parasitizing humans. One indication is green light in the eyes at night.

Liu Shanmin consulted him on the method of expelling the parasites. Having witnessed the entire process, he understood the purpose of Xu Chunliang's acupuncture on the Sishencong point. The acupuncture's purpose was to use vibrations to expel parasites, yet he was more curious about the incense Xu Chunliang used.

Xu Chunliang told him that the incense was a secret family recipe from Huichun Hall for expelling parasites.

Upon hearing the words "secret family recipe," Liu Shanmin naturally refrained from asking about the incense's ingredients, as inquiring about others' secret formulas is a major taboo in the field.

Although Liu Shanmin had long admired Huichun Hall, he had never met Xu Changshan. Nevertheless, there was a connection between them.

Self-taught in traditional Chinese medicine, Liu Shanmin had studied the three volumes of "Huichun Hall Case Studies" by Xu Changshan countless times. In a certain sense, Xu Changshan was his teacher.

Liu Shanmin had specifically visited Dongzhou to meet Xu Changshan, but unfortunately, all three visits coincided with Huichun Hall's closure. He thus lamented that there was no fate between him and Elder Xu.

Believing in destiny, Liu Shanmin never took the initiative to visit Huichun Hall again.

Today, witnessing Xu Chunliang's prowess personally, his admiration for Xu Changshan, a senior in the field, grew ever more profound. He expressed a desire to visit Huichun Hall in the future.

Xu Chunliang smiled and welcomed Liu Shanmin to visit anytime, offering to make an introduction. He believed that if his grandfather knew someone here studied his case studies to become a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner, he would certainly feel immensely gratified.

However, he had one request, hoping that Doctor Liu would not publicize his treatment of Xiaosinan, especially regarding the expulsion of parasites, and to keep it a closely guarded secret.

Firstly, Xiaosinan still had to live here. If outsiders knew she had contracted parasites, she might be treated differently.

Secondly, the family rules of Huichun Hall were very strict. His grandfather prohibited him from using traditional family medical techniques before completing his apprenticeship; otherwise, there would certainly be severe repercussions.

In truth, Xu Chunliang was concerned that it would be difficult to explain if his grandfather found out, to which Liu Shanmin agreed.

After finishing a bottle of wine, Liu Shanmin was still in high spirits and wanted to open another. Xu Chunliang mentioned that there was still work to be done at the hospital, and he would be staying on Weishan Island for some time, so there would be plenty of opportunities to drink in the future.

Liu Shanmin checked the time and remembered he had scheduled follow-up appointments. There were two patients bitten by snakes who needed a change of dressing.

Words spoken casually but heard with intent, Xu Chunliang deliberately remarked, "There are snakes on Weishan Island?"

Doctor Liu nodded, "Quite a few. With White Dew approaching, the snakes are returning to their dens. They are making the most of the time before hibernation for their final feeding, which makes them most aggressive."

Xu Chunliang recalled the incident last night when he and Mei Ru Xue were besieged by dozens of snakes while returning. Could these two individuals be the Snake Handlers? He inquired about their injuries.

Liu Shanmin replied, "It's alright, just that the injuries are a bit complex. They were bitten by several venomous snakes, and one of them broke his right leg while escaping. The two were too greedy, capturing dozens of snakes for a feast, only to get bitten themselves first."

Xu Chunliang laughed inwardly, thinking it was indeed true that one could stumble upon what they sought without effort. These must be the Snake Handlers who orchestrated the snake formation to ambush them last night.

Last night, he hadn't pursued them immediately due to escorting Mei Ru Xue, but truth ultimately reveals itself in unexpected ways.

Xu Chunliang offered to have the driver drop him off on the way, but Liu Shanmin told him it wasn't necessary. He would ride his electric tricycle there himself. The two injured were at the Da Hu Recycling Company.

Xu Chunliang memorized the address and had Zhang Haitao drive over to pick him up. On the way back, Zhang Haitao informed Xu Chunliang that Xu Daqing's detention period ended today and advised Xu Chunliang to remain vigilant, as Zhang Haitao's internal allegiance had now completely shifted toward Xu Chunliang.

Upon Xu Daqing's release, he didn't return home immediately but went first to Zhang Haibin's house. He had hoped Zhang Haibin could intervene to help retain his job, but upon arrival, he learned that even Zhang Haibin had been suspended.

Zhang Haibin informed him of Changxing's decision to dismiss him. Xu Daqing believed all his troubles were caused by Xu Chunliang and vowed through gritted teeth, "Dean Zhang, I won't swallow this injustice. I must teach that kid a harsh lesson."

Zhang Haibin, too, couldn't stomach the situation. Having been a leader at the Weishan Island Hospital for so many years, to be suddenly suspended and accused of betraying collective interests, and now forced to write a report and explain himself to Changxing Hospital's disciplinary department the following Monday.

Zhang Haibin considered the real issue to lie with Changxing Hospital, claiming that the quality control inspection was nothing but a facade.

From the very first day the quality control team arrived, their troubles came one after another. Of course, the matter with Xu Daqing was his own fault. He got a bit of courage from drinking some cat urine and went to peep into the women's bathroom. It's a wonder he didn't fall to his death.

Zhang Haibin, although disappointed in his poor performance, still saw some value in utilizing Xu Daqing since they were old classmates.

Zhang Haibin said, "I've tried everything to protect you, but this time the higher-ups are targeting me, and you've caused this mess, giving them a perfect opportunity to make an example out of you."

Xu Daqing regretfully said, "I drank too much that day, didn't expect that woman to catch me."

Zhang Haibin said, "Tang Mingmei is the next head of the nursing department at Changxing, very much valued by the leadership. Her relationship with the leaders is definitely unusual, you were asking for trouble spying on her."

Xu Daqing angrily said, "Just look at that woman, she's no proper lady, pretending to be a virtuous wife? Who knows how many men she's slept with? I suspect she has something going on with that Xu Chunliang too."

Zhang Haibin coughed and deliberately said, "Don't talk nonsense, you have no proof. Tang Mingmei is divorced and almost forty, while Xu Chunliang is only twenty-two and unmarried. If such baseless rumors spread, it could damage their reputations."

His words reminded Xu Daqing, and he thought, yeah, why didn't I think of this? I got detained and lost my job because of them. I can't swallow this without giving them a lesson. You ruined my job, I'll damn well destroy your reputations.

From Xu Daqing's expression, Zhang Haibin could tell he had set him on the right path, secretly laughing at Xu Daqing's foolishness. He sighed and said, "Daqing, you're the only one who still comes to see me. Everyone else is busy distancing themselves from me, even Er Dan... sigh!"

Zhang Haitao's betrayal was a big blow to Zhang Haibin, not only because he was his right-hand man, but also because everything Zhang Haitao achieved was all thanks to him.

He always thought Zhang Haitao was simple-minded and physically capable, never expecting him to be such a weathervane. This current trouble started internally, and Zhang Haibin was convinced Zhang Haitao had betrayed him.

Xu Daqing cursed, "That heartless bastard Er Dan, without your help, he'd still be on the mountains plowing fields."

Zhang Haibin said, "He's latched onto Xu Chunliang now, doesn't remember how I treated him."

Xu Daqing said, "What's Xu Chunliang compared to? This is Weishan Island, I'll make sure he suffers if not dead!"

Zhang Haibin said, "Enough with the tough talk, it's useless. Doesn't your second sister's hardware store still pay the rent honestly? Daqing, you need to remind her to keep her mouth shut, know what's safe to say and not to say outside."

Xu Daqing understood his meaning and reassured him that he would handle it, knowing what to say and what not to say. He lowered his voice and said to Zhang Haibin, "Can't your uncle-in-law say something about this?"

Zhang Haibin looked displeased, and Xu Daqing realized he had overstepped, awkwardly laughed and said, "I'll go see my second sister."

Zhang Haibin's third uncle-in-law, Wu Zhongyi, worked at the Dongzhou City Health Bureau. Although he was a deputy, he still had some influence within Dongzhou's health system.

This is why Zhang Haibin could remain in his post after Changxing took over Weishan Island Hospital. He actually regretted the earlier decision. If he had been a little more foresighted, he would have asked his third uncle-in-law to help transfer to another township hospital; Changxing Branch was all show and no substance.

After Changxing announced Zhang Haibin's suspension, he immediately contacted his third uncle-in-law. Wu Zhongyi first confirmed whether he had engaged in any corrupt or disciplinary actions.

Zhang Haibin confidently declared he hadn't, while Wu Zhongyi never explicitly promised to help, only advising him to reflect on his own problems.

Zhang Haibin considered his worst-case scenario wasn't imprisonment, but if Changxing insisted on blaming him for betraying collective interests, he might have to take responsibility.

Zhang Haibin wasn't without options. He contacted the former dean of Changxing Hospital, Gu Houyi.

The call surprised Gu Houyi. He had left Changxing, and Zhang Haibin, as the deputy dean of the branch, wouldn't be unaware of the changes in their leadership. Why was he reaching out now? To catch up? They weren't on those kinds of terms.

Zhang Haibin respectfully addressed him as Dean Gu.

Gu Houyi immediately corrected him, saying he was now with the Science and Technology Association, no longer part of Changxing's leadership.

Zhang Haibin expressed that, in his heart, Gu Houyi would always be his dean.

Gu Houyi didn't have a particularly good impression of Zhang Haibin. This man was scheming, having created numerous obstacles after Changxing took over the Weishan Island Branch.

"Dean Gu, I'd like to report some situations to you."

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