Chapter 111 Revealing the Bee Sting
"The clinic's doctors are all graduates of prestigious medical schools, and the nurses have more than three years of work experience. We have a general understanding of the situation you described. Once the number of rehabilitation courses is determined, the clinic will have professionals to tailor a scientific rehabilitation plan for you."
A salesperson from the agency, dressed in professional attire, patiently explained the situation, while Yunxia listened attentively and discreetly observed the agency's environment.
The facilities are fairly complete, the equipment is imported and feels high-quality, the institution has all the necessary certifications, and the therapists are very professional. However, the price... is simply outrageous!
"Well, it's not a small amount of money after all. Let me go back and discuss it with my family."
"I understand, I understand. This is a promotional leaflet from our organization; you can take it with you. Oh, and by the way, this is a gift for you. Whether you choose our organization or not, we sincerely wish you and your family good health and all the best!"
"Thanks, I'll think about it carefully!"
The salesperson, with a smile on his face, saw the potential customer out, and only turned to go back inside after the customer's figure disappeared around the corner. His etiquette in greeting customers was impeccable.
Over the next few days, Yunxia visited no fewer than ten similar institutions. After comparing them, she concluded that the first one was the best. So, she prepared her plan in advance, and when Aunt Wu and the others returned in the evening, she pulled them into the main room, closed the door, and began to discuss the matter.
"30 yuan a time, that's more expensive than robbery, I'm not going!" The boy's face turned pale with anger, and he picked up a glass of cold water and gulped it down.
In the past two years, the economy of Jiangcheng has been doing well. Private enterprises have sprung up one after another like mushrooms after rain, and correspondingly, there are more job opportunities. However, the wages are generally not high, with most people earning between 15 and 30 yuan per month.
"Ah Chao, don't worry, I'll pay for it," the husky said firmly, patting its chest.
"Heh heh, you're just a high school student, you haven't even entered society yet. You're spending your family's money to treat other people's illnesses, aren't you afraid of what people will say about you?"
"You're not an outsider."
"Lingling, Achao didn't mean it that way. He's just worried about the money. Xiaxia, what's the situation with the other institutions?"
"Aunt Wu, there's a reason why it's expensive. This place is top-notch in the industry in terms of qualifications, medical equipment, and quality. It's not like we can't afford it. We can grit our teeth, tighten our belts for half a year, and then we'll be able to enjoy the fruits of our labor."
"Hmph, half a year? 30 a day, 900 a month, 5400 for half a year, and that's all calculated based on 30 days a month, humph!"
5400. In the entire city of Jiangcheng, how many working families can afford to come up with that much money?
Yun Xia raised an eyebrow, took out a wad of cash from her bag, snorted, and said, "Here's ten thousand yuan. That should be enough for rehabilitation training and nutrition, right?"
The painting master and apprentice's eyes nearly popped out of their sockets. They knew Little Butterfly had money, but they didn't know she was this rich.
"Take the money!"
"Hmph, stubborn as a mule," he said, pulling out a lighter. With a snap, a yellow flame flickered in the air. "You stinking Jiang Chao, this ten thousand yuan was originally prepared for you. Since you don't accept it, then it has no reason to exist. I'll burn it now."
As he spoke, he pulled out a brand new banknote and slowly moved the lighter. Just as the flame was about to burn a corner of the banknote, Jiang Chao reached out and snatched the banknote away with a slap. With a livid face, he said reluctantly, "Fine, I agree, I agree, okay? Yun Xia, humph, you're really something! Consider this money a loan from me. I'll pay you back with bank interest after I graduate from university and get a job."
"We're family, why are you saying you won't pay me back?" After being stared at by the boy with a death stare, he quickly changed his tune and said, "Okay, fine, after you graduate, I'll follow you around and nag you to pay me back all day long."
"Hehe!"
The boy rolled his eyes at her and turned away. Yun Xia raised an eyebrow, put a wad of money into her bag, and arranged to go to the rehabilitation center to complete the formalities the next day.
The following day, at 8 a.m., Wu Lifang, Yun Xia, and Jiang Chao arrived at Yulin Rehabilitation Training Center with their medical records and various certificates. Under the guidance of the salesperson, they paid the fees and completed all the necessary procedures.
After everything was completed, Jiang Chao was led into a small house for a full-body examination. The doctor was writing and drawing in a notebook while the three of them sat aside and waited. Yun Xia peeled a piece of fruit candy and put it directly into the boy's mouth.
"Jiang Chao, is it sweet?"
"Hmph, not sweet at all, it's terribly bitter."
Ugh, what candy isn't sweet? You're lying without even thinking it through.
"Doctor, what were the test results?"
"The physical examination is fine, and according to the medical records, the recovery is quite good. However, the results of a few tests will not be available until tomorrow. Please don't worry, once the rehabilitation plan is finalized, our staff will come to your home to notify you."
"Then...how many days will it take?"
Within three days!
"Okay, thank you for your help!"
"It's no trouble at all. Providing sincere service to patients is the organization's consistent principle."
"Heh heh! Will you provide service to patients who don't pay?"
The doctor seemed to have encountered this kind of rebuttal many times. He adjusted his glasses and said without changing his expression, "To be honest, no! The purpose of opening an institution is to make money. My purpose in applying for a doctor's position is also to earn a living. But we can guarantee that we will treat all patients in the institution with sincerity."
The young man's thin lips moved slightly, as if he wanted to refute something, but Yun Xia patted the back of his hand and gestured for him to shut up. Then she gave the doctor an awkward smile, exchanged a few pleasantries, and got up to take her leave.
Back home, Wu Lifang washed her face and rushed to the supermarket. Jiang Chao lay on the bamboo mat, facing the wall. He didn't say a word on the way home, and Yun Xia guessed that he was sulking.
She brought in a plate of watermelon into the side bedroom. "This watermelon is so soft and sweet, would you like to try some?"
The boy wiggled his toes but didn't answer. The girl wasn't discouraged and continued, "Sigh! You're not going to eat? Humph, I'll eat it all by myself. A watermelon the size of a washbasin, it's all mine!"
The boy, who was lying on his side, suddenly opened his eyes, his brows furrowed. "If you don't want your stomach, you can donate it to someone else?"
Yunxia's eyes widened, she covered her mouth, and feigned surprise, saying, "Oh? So you're awake! Oh well, fine, I'll give you... a slice of watermelon!"
"One tooth? You're really generous!"
There were five large slices of watermelon on the plate. He was injured and couldn't eat too much, so eating just one slice was considered good.
Yunxia pretended not to understand the sarcasm in his words and handed him a slice of watermelon, saying, "Right? I also think I'm very generous!"
"Heh heh, um? It's really smooth and creamy, the texture is just like a shaved ice?"
"Look at your ignorant face! This is called a sandy-fleshed watermelon. There are several of them planted in the fertile fields of this space!"
"You dare to talk back to me? You're asking for trouble, aren't you? That organization seems unreliable to me. Get your money back as soon as possible."
"Heh! Impossible. Do you want yesterday's situation to repeat itself? I've kept the lighter, and the receipt has already been torn up. There's no way you can get a refund. Just focus on your rehabilitation training!"
“I can’t reason with you. If the results don’t meet expectations, then all this money will have been wasted.”
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