Mai Feng frowned and said solemnly, "The situation is not optimistic. The examination showed that he has a tumor in his brain. The fainting just now was probably caused by the tumor compressing the nerves. And it looks like this tumor has been there for some time. We need to arrange surgery as soon as possible."

Lu Xiangdong's expression suddenly became serious, his eyes full of worry: "Surgery? He is already this old, will it be dangerous to have surgery? Doctor Mai, you have to tell me the truth!"

Lao Li has been with Lu Xiangdong through thick and thin for decades. He has long regarded Lao Li as his own brother, and he doesn't want anything to happen to Lao Li!

Mai Feng also told the truth, and said seriously: "The patient is indeed old, and there are definitely certain risks in doing surgery. However, I suggest that if you have the conditions, you can go to a city hospital for surgery. The medical equipment there is advanced and it will be safer."

Lu Xiangdong's eyes flashed.

He had originally returned to his hometown on leave to pick up his wife and children to join the troops in the city.

Of course, we can take Lao Li back to the city’s military hospital for surgery.

So he nodded and asked, "Excuse me, can his condition be delayed until we return to the city for surgery?"

Mai Feng nodded and said, "Yes, but it must be done as soon as possible, and the patient must not be overworked."

Lu Xiangdong fell into deep thought.

He can't drive now, and Lao Li can't drive either. It's unknown how much time it will take to ask for help.

Besides, he returned home in a low-key manner and did not want to reveal his identity and alert too many people.

Lu Xiangdong frowned slightly, as if he had made up his mind. He asked Mai Feng in a firm tone, "Doctor Mai, from what I just heard from your conversation with Doctor Su, it seems that you two participated in the rescue of Dongzhen together?"

Mai Feng didn’t understand why Lu Xiangdong suddenly asked this, so he just nodded slightly.

Lu Xiangdong then asked, "Then I would like to ask, is the doctor Su from your hospital? Can you help me find her? I have something to say to her."

Mai Feng shook his head and answered awkwardly, "She works at the Qin Family Pharmacy, not our hospital. I'm at work now and can't go out to look for her. However, the Qin Family Pharmacy is not far from here, so you can go there to look for her yourself."

Lu Xiangdong patted Mai Feng on the shoulder and said gratefully: "Doctor Mai, please take care of Lao Li first. I will go to the Qin family pharmacy now!"

After saying this, he turned to look at his wife and children with a hint of apology in his eyes. After giving them a few simple instructions, he left the hospital alone.

He asked passers-by about the location of Qin's pharmacy along the way, and finally found it under the scorching sun with difficulty.

As soon as Lu Xiangdong stepped into the pharmacy, he saw a familiar figure.

Su Wantang was busy getting medicine for the patient, his movements were skillful and neat.

While she was busy, she asked Qin Baojie: "Abao, where are your grandparents? Why don't you see them?"

Qin Baojie grinned, revealing two small canine teeth, and said with a smile: "Just now, grandpa saw me coming back, so he took grandma to the supply and marketing cooperative!"

Su Wantang sighed helplessly and shook her head gently, with a few strands of hair on her forehead swaying: "So you're planning to quit completely and leave this mess to the two of us, and you're pinning all your hopes on a little brat like you, right?"

Qin Baojie blinked his clever big eyes and said slyly: "Sister, it's because Grandpa knows you are here that he feels at ease taking Grandma out to play!"

Su Wantang didn't know whether to laugh or cry, and felt like she was being plotted against.

She originally thought that working in the pharmacy would be more relaxed than living in the countryside. After all, she just wanted to lie down and let it go!

Why are you suddenly busy again now?

It's still an unpaid job. The more I think about it, the more depressed I become. Is she born to be a hard worker?

At this moment, Lu Xiangdong hesitated at the door of the pharmacy, then slowly walked forward and cleared his throat: "Hello, Doctor Su."

Su Wantang looked up when he heard the voice and saw that it was Lu Xiangdong. A hint of surprise flashed in his eyes: "It's you, old comrade. How is the driver? Is he feeling better?"

Lu Xiangdong's eyes dimmed instantly, and he said in a low voice: "Not good, the examination showed that there is a brain tumor, and I have to go to the city for surgery."

Su Wantang frowned and stopped what he was doing: "Then go quickly. This kind of disease cannot be delayed."

Lu Xiangdong looked at Su Wantang with a burning gaze, his eyes carrying a hint of urgency: "Doctor Su, I came here this time to ask you for a favor. You see, my leg is injured and I can't drive. Old Li is in this state now, so it's really difficult for us to go back to the city."

"We need a reliable driver. I see that you are a good driver, and you also know medical skills. If we encounter any emergencies on the road, you can handle it. Can you come with us?"

When Su Wantang heard this, he felt as if he had committed a crime and was about to be forcibly taken away by the police.

She held her forehead helplessly, secretly groaning in her heart. She was trying to help with good intentions, so why was she still being pestered?

So, Su Wantang put down the herbs in his hand and refused without hesitation: "No."

Lu Xiangdong was obviously stunned. He didn't expect Su Wantang to refuse so bluntly without any room for negotiation.

He was a little anxious and explained hurriedly: "Doctor Su, this is the case. I am Lu Xiangdong from the city troops. Lao Li is my subordinate. We have been through life and death together. He is suddenly ill now. I am really worried!"

"I'm in urgent need of a driver. I can pay you as a regular employee. Our city troops offer very good treatment, so don't worry!"

"Also, if you don't want to be a driver after you join the army, when I find a suitable driver, I can arrange for you to work in the army hospital as long as you are willing. There you can better use your medical skills. What do you think?"

Su Wantang seemed not to hear what he said next. Her ears automatically caught the word "salary" and her eyes lit up instantly.

She narrowed her eyes, a hint of excitement flashing in them, and asked, "Wait, comrade, what did you just say? You want to hire me as a driver? And you want to pay me a salary?"

Lu Xiangdong looked at her changing expression and felt relieved, thinking that things were turning around, so he nodded quickly.

But he was worried that as a female comrade, she might have concerns about being a driver, so he began to explain: "Doctor Su, this is it, if you don't want to be a driver for a long time, I can then..."

Su Wantang waved her hand to interrupt him, and couldn't wait to pick the most important question: "Nonsense, I just like being a driver, it's so nice to be a driver! By the way, how much will you pay me if I work as your driver?"