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His body paused for a moment, his eyes slowly focused on the cover of the paper, and unexpected surprise rushed into his heart.

Xu Liang looked at him blankly.

Qi Yu smiled meaningfully, tilted his head, and glanced at the sofa.

Xu Liang didn't ask anything and followed him as if possessed.

My eyes stayed on the cover for a long time, and I didn't rush to turn it back.

Opinions on community rectification were pointed out.

He also wants to renovate the community?

What does this mean?

Xu Liang's first thought was that Qi Yu was going to use his methods to suppress her.

The action was very hesitant, and Qi Yu urged again: "Take a look first, Mr. Xu can rest assured, there is no routine."

After hesitating for a long time, she still looked at it.

But the content was beyond her expectation——

The entries were a combination of questions, opinions and suggestions, clearly pointing out the problems currently existing in retirement communities. The opinions were probably not complete, as she saw large blank spaces between each entry.

These were the questions she had asked.

For example, the first problem: Currently, there is a problem of excessive saving of manpower and reliance on technology in retirement communities, which brings higher risks to retirement. If hacking incidents occur again, the consequences that the community needs to bear will far exceed the losses caused by balancing technology and manpower.

Recommendation: Increase manpower, balance technology and human resources, and work together to utilize various technological products under the standard of sufficient manpower demand.

He also wrote that the lack of control over people in the community may lead to a risk of a surge in depression and anxiety among the elderly in the community. He suggested strengthening the control over caregivers and medical staff to avoid over-reliance on machines.

He also proactively overturned his previous model management and suggested adopting a more scientific management method to appropriately liberalize the activity time and behavior of the elderly.

After finally seeing the last word, Xu Liang was still immersed in shock and couldn't come back to his senses.

It turned out that he had been in the study for the past two days drafting this report.

But she always felt that this report was not like Qi Yu's work.

The corresponding name should not be Yian Community, but Tongxin.

The sound of turning pages had disappeared for a while, but Qi Yu's eyes never left Xu Liang.

Xu Liang was still pondering Qi Yu's true intentions when the man spoke up, "Mr. Xu, what do you think of this report?"

This was the first time Xu Liang felt so unsure.

There's no way to guess what he wants to do.

I don’t know what answer to give him, nor do I know what answer is most appropriate.

Xu Liang slowly raised his eyes, his expression completely restrained. There was a hint of caution in his eyes. After repeated consideration, he replied: "What do you mean?"

Compared to her caution, Qi Yu seemed much more open and frank, and this contrast made Xu Liang vaguely unhappy.

"The rectification community is clearly written on the cover. Does Mr. Xu have any questions?"

"Are you sure you want to make this change? Don't you believe in technology first?" Xu Liang closed the document and put it back on the coffee table.

He wrapped his arms around his legs, his expression still unrelaxed.

When it comes to this, Qi Yu becomes more serious and looks completely objective as when discussing business matters.

His tone softened slightly. "I said the other day that I'm aware of the problems in the community, and I've been thinking about what to do these past few days. After reading that letter yesterday, I admit that humanity does touch me to a certain extent. Plus, during my time in Tongxin, I can't deny that humanity can make some elderly people happier."

Xu Liang stared at him, his pupils slightly shrinking, and said nothing, waiting for him to continue.

The man steadied himself and continued, "I do prefer the efficiency of technology, and I've tasted the sweetness of it. Over the past three years, the rise and rapid development of technology-based elderly care has led me to my current position. I've always believed I would play a vital role in this field. It wasn't until something happened in the community that I realized I'd overlooked some of the risks associated with technology-based elderly care."

He did not deny that he had disagreed with Heo Kyung's ideas before, because there had never been any problem with his philosophy.

But after going to Tongxin, he became 'Xu Kyung', running a retirement concept that he could not quite agree with.

He had compromised temporarily because of her, but later he felt that it was not so difficult for him to accept.

I saw the entries she wrote in her notebook, and only after experiencing it did I understand the significance of those entries.

Buying cakes and taking photos for the elderly are not formal commemorations, but rather warm them subtly in the simple and ordinary life.

At least her approach is much less risky, at least the elderly are really happy, and at least Tong Xin's depression index is indeed the lowest in the industry.

Instead of always being at high risk, he might as well strike a balance between the two, taking the best and allowing Yian to develop for a longer period of time, which is also his original intention.

He might have understood the meaning of Xu Liang stuffing the letter into his hand.

In order to really impress him.

And in this way, maybe Xu Liang will be more accepting of him?

He didn't say this out loud.

After regaining his composure, Qi Yu asked solemnly, "So, for the sake of Yian's long-term development, I think I can take a step back. Mr. Xu, are you willing to integrate your humanistic approach into Yian's retirement community?"

Xu Liang still couldn't fully digest Qi Yu's series of output.

She should have thought rationally at this moment and considered whether to accept his request.

But her brain couldn't help but recall the scene of her hugging him that night. That warm power seemed to linger in her mind, interfering with her mood.

A sweet feeling began to well up in my heart again.

She bit her lip secretly, it must be because she had consumed too much sugar recently.

Seeing that she didn't answer, Qi Yu asked again: "Mr. Xu, I would like to ask you to help me improve this report and integrate your humanities into the Yian community. As for the price, you can name any price. Are you willing?"

Xu Liang still didn't answer.

I think Qi Yu’s question is a bit strange.

Asking if you're willing is like...proposing.

Faced with her silence, Qi Yu seemed to be a little unsure. He also remained silent for a while. When he spoke again, his words had changed a little: "Xiao Liang, don't doubt it. If it weren't for you, I might not have had this idea."

“…”

Xu Liang felt that this was even more wrong.

It was as if there was a wall between them, and he had chiseled a small hole in it, allowing her to see what was on the other side and shake her heart.

Xu Liang couldn't help holding his breath, and finally relaxed when the oxygen in his body became scarce.

The moment a large amount of oxygen entered her body, she felt something in her consciousness gently shattered. She seemed to see fragments scattered all over the ground, and the defense she had instinctively faced towards him also disappeared.

She blinked, and when she focused her eyes, she caught a glimpse of that familiar burning sensation again.

The burning heat in those eyes seemed to resonate with the flames in his body, and Xu Liang felt the fire in his heart grow fiercely again.

His consciousness was temporarily suppressed by this body, and he subconsciously answered: "I...I need to take a closer look."

"No problem!" As soon as she finished speaking, Qi Yu couldn't wait to respond.

She was afraid that if she was a second late, she would regret it.

“…”

Xu Liang unconsciously twitched his lips, feeling that something was not right, but he couldn't put his finger on it.

What was even more strange was that the pink carpet and yellow coffee table in front of her actually became very pleasing to her eyes.

Turning around again, all the furniture in the living room no longer seemed dazzling.

She suddenly remembered what Qi Yu said the first time, that looking at different colors can change her mood.

She was indeed in a good mood at the moment.

…

After returning to the room, Xu Liang sat on the bed and had no intention of washing up.

The quilt on the bed was pulled aside, and the pink pig opened its big eyes and looked at her.

Xu Liang felt that there was definitely something wrong with him at this moment——

She actually thought the pig was cute.

Obviously ugly.

He was clearly an unkind guy, he always had a cold and arrogant look that made her dislike him, he always liked to challenge her, and he was always unwilling to respect her humanity.

What are you doing now that you're changing your gender?

Are you not so sure that technological elderly care will replace humanistic elderly care?

Why are you listening to her now?

This move really showed his insidiousness and cunningness to the end.

His fingers twisted the corners of the report page repeatedly, his lips tightly pursed, and he was still pondering every word.

I have to admit that the questions Qi Yu listed were very accurate, and his suggestions should have taken into account every word she said to him.

Being able to accomplish all these in such a short time shows that he really cares about these elderly people.

And what he wrote, excessive economy of manpower and over-reliance on technology.

Is the reason behind attaching so much importance to technology because of saving manpower?

Xu Liang suddenly thought of Tong Xin's business model.

In contrast to Yian, she has always adhered to the principles of her grandparents: making full use of manpower.

But times have changed. If some simple tasks that require repetitive operations are replaced by technology, can it reduce human fatigue?

Just like the smart bracelets and nursing beds in the Yian community.

It automatically monitors vital signs, and has automatic guardrails to prevent falls, air cushions to prevent pressure sores, and automatic reminders to turn over.

If these manpower are saved, will it also allow the nursing home caregivers and all medical staff to have more energy to implement her humanistic approach?

Saving manpower may also be a way to vigorously develop humanities?

Suddenly she realized that her thoughts had followed Qi Yu, but she didn't think it was a mistake.

Compared to last time when she was unwilling to acknowledge his technological gadgets, she was now wavering.

Technology integrates humanities.

Does it mean that humanities can also be integrated with technology?

Xu Liang suddenly threw the report aside and covered himself with the quilt, covering most of his face.

My eyes stared blankly at the ceiling. Somehow, a face in my memory suddenly became clear, and I recalled some scenes from the past.

At that time, she also had moments of being too stubborn.

But he still didn't have the cold attitude that disgusted her.

At that time, he would provide her with a new idea and lead her out of the dead end.

My liking for him at that time came from his patience and confidence.

His ease at that time was a plus for her.

Now he has given her a new idea.

They were supposed to be competitors.

They were supposed to hate each other.

Can……

He called her Xiaojing.

He began to admit his mistakes proactively.

He said that it was because of her that he had these thoughts.

There was already some warmth in the quilt, and Xu Liang felt his cheeks getting hot as well.

It seems like some emotion is about to burst out.

She was a little embarrassed to speak up, but she could hardly hold it back.

Suddenly, the phone beside the bed rang several times.

Her emotions were also forced to come to an abrupt halt.

Xu Liang took the phone in his backhand, and a red dot was already lit in the upper right corner of WeChat.

Subconsciously, she thought it was Song Ying looking for her, but after clicking on it, she found that it was a group chat name that was somewhat unfamiliar to her.

Next to the group chat column was a name that was not unfamiliar to her.

His heart inexplicably tightened, and Xu Liang clicked into the group chat first.

It was their university class group, and a few active people in it kept tagging everyone and inviting everyone to a class reunion tomorrow night.

Xu Liang scrolled up and saw the message at the top, his expression suddenly changed.

Not seeing her account reply in the group, Xu Liang didn't reply for the time being, exited, and clicked on the column below.

Qi Yu gave her the full name: Zhao Jingshu.

"Qi Yu, long time no see."