Rejected?
These days, when Qiao Jianmin and Zhou Zhenguo met privately, they both had a bitter smile on their faces.
"Minister, my office is almost becoming a consultation desk."
Qiao Jianmin rubbed his eyebrows and sighed helplessly.
Zhou Zhenguo also looked a little tired: "Yes, they said everything, but Comrade Zhong Ling..."
He shook his head, hesitant to speak.
Although Zhong Ling is indifferent, he is very powerful.
He had to admit that it was they who needed Zhong Ling, not Zhong Ling who needed them.
If you want to cooperate with her, you must respect her wishes, otherwise all your efforts will be wasted.
"We can only delay it as long as possible. The longer the delay, the better." Zhou Zhenguo pondered.
Although Zhou Zhenguo and Qiao Jianmin kept dragging their feet, their phones were almost blown up with calls. They were exhausted from dealing with the calls, but they couldn't just refuse.
These people are the backbone of the society, so we should not say too much.
"Jianmin, this matter can't be delayed any longer." Zhou Zhenguo rubbed his brows. His desk was piled with reports from various places, but none of them could compare to the internal pressure.
Qiao Jianmin smiled bitterly: "You are also aware of Comrade Zhong Ling's attitude. It is not easy for us to act in the middle."
"I know, but the situation is different now. Although Director S's affairs were requested to be kept confidential, I know almost everything I need to know.
Those people are really anxious." Zhou Zhenguo said in a heavy tone.
"We can't let them down. After all, they have dedicated their lives to the country."
He paused and looked at Qiao Jianmin: "We have to go and explain the situation to her. As for her decision, we will respect it."
Qiao Jianmin nodded, this was the only way.
The next afternoon, Qiao Jianmin and Zhou Zhenguo came to Zhong Ling's residence again.
Zhong Ling sensed their arrival and led them to the living room.
She was wearing simple home clothes, brewing a pot of spiritual tea, and her posture was as calm as ever.
"What brings you here, my two great gentlemen?" Zhong Ling asked calmly.
Zhou Zhenguo and Qiao Jianmin looked at each other and saw helplessness in each other's eyes.
"Comrade Zhong Ling, our visit this time is indeed a bit abrupt."
Zhou Zhenguo pondered for a moment, then spoke, "Although we requested strict confidentiality regarding Director S's recovery,...it still spread within a small circle."
As he spoke, he observed Zhong Ling's expression. She didn't react at all, as if she had expected this.
Qiao Jianmin took over the conversation, trying to be as tactful as possible: "You also know that in our circle, who doesn't have a patient in their family?
Captain S recovered so quickly that everyone started asking us who had done it. We received so many requests, all hoping that we could help save people."
Zhong Ling picked up the teacup, took a sip, and then put it down.
Her gaze fell on the two of them, and she smiled: "So, you two want me to be a personal doctor, or to set up a sanatorium?"
Zhou Zhenguo and Qiao Jianmin both looked a little embarrassed.
Although Zhong Ling's tone was still calm, her words were saying "I know everything, don't beat around the bush with me", which made them feel like they were seen through.
"Comrade Zhong Ling, we have absolutely no such intention." Zhou Zhenguo hurriedly explained.
“We know you have your own principles and you will never force anything.
However, those people have all made contributions to the country, and some of them are in urgent situations, so we really can't refuse."
Qiao Jianmin added: "We just hope that in this critical moment, you can provide a glimmer of hope."
Zhong Ling tapped the table lightly, making a slight sound.
She didn't refuse immediately, nor did she agree.
She just looked at them quietly, her eyes deep, as if she could see through people's hearts.
"I'm not a doctor, and I have no intention of interfering in their affairs. I treated Chief S because of his initial kindness, that's all."
Zhou Zhenguo and Qiao Jianmin knew this would happen; Zhong Ling's attitude was already very clear.
However, Zhong Ling changed the subject, "But," she sighed softly, as if she was a little helpless.
"Since they were able to find you, it means they have some connections.
Let’s put it this way. In the future, if there is a patient whose life is in danger and doctors cannot treat him, he can report to you.
Every year, I can save three people.”
Zhou Zhenguo and Qiao Jianmin's eyes lit up instantly when they heard this.
Three people! That's enough!
"But there are conditions." Zhong Ling said in a serious tone.
"First, only those whose lives are in danger and who have made significant contributions to the country.
He ignores all minor illnesses and pains.
Second, I am only responsible for treatment, not for subsequent conditioning.
Third, the medical expenses are two million per person."
"Two million?!" Qiao Jianmin almost cried out, but after thinking about it, it was indeed not expensive, as it was a human life.
Zhong Ling said calmly, "Why? You think it's too expensive? Forget it."
"No, no, no! It's not expensive! Not expensive at all!" Zhou Zhenguo waved his hands quickly.
This price is sky-high for ordinary people, but for those people, as long as it can save lives, this amount of money is not a problem at all.
What's more, this kind of magical method can only be encountered by chance.
"As long as Comrade Zhong Ling is willing to help, the amount of money is not a problem!" Zhou Zhenguo also quickly expressed his opinion.
Zhong Ling nodded in satisfaction and added, "The last and most important point is that no matter what method I use to treat the patient, it must be kept confidential. Not a single detail can be leaked. If you violate this, I will not help you again."
"Comrade Zhong Ling, rest assured, we will keep it strictly confidential and will never let any information leak out!" Zhou Zhenguo solemnly promised.
They didn't expect Zhong Ling to be so kind. This not only maintained her bottom line, but also gave an explanation to the top management and alleviated the pressure they faced.
Although there are only three people every year, getting her to agree is already progress, which shows that their relationship with Zhong Ling has made a qualitative breakthrough.
"That's all." Zhong Ling waved her hand, clearly sending them away. "You can give me the list and I'll let you know when the time comes."
Zhou Zhenguo and Qiao Jianmin felt relieved and could not hide their joy on their faces.
When the two left Zhong Ling's residence and walked out of the compound, it was already completely dark.
Qiao Jianmin breathed a sigh of relief and said with emotion, "Comrade Zhong Ling's temper is truly something you both love and hate. However, being able to get these three spots is at least an explanation."
Zhou Zhenguo also breathed a sigh of relief: "Yeah, I was afraid she would refuse outright."
After Zhong Ling sent them away, she chuckled.
She is not a savior, she just took this opportunity to find a way to earn extra income.
As for the three places every year, it is just a piece of cake for her.
After Zhou Zhenguo and Qiao Jianmin returned, they immediately started the screening work.
The office is filled with documents, and they need to select from hundreds of requests for help a list of people who best meet Zhong Ling's requirements - those who are in critical condition and have made significant contributions to the country.
This process is very difficult.
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