Chapter 50: The Rock Singer Arrives
Bai Zhi went back to work at the pharmacy, and Lu Zheng'an also returned to his workplace.
She then called home, and Zhang Ma said that the old man had just lain down to rest. Lu Zheng'an told Zhang Ma to hurry up and buy groceries to entertain the guests.
Xie Yun's school had just finished its exams and was grading papers. Lu Zheng'an also called her office, asking her to try to leave work on time.
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Ye Tiandong rested at the hotel until four o'clock in the afternoon, then got up, washed up, changed his clothes, and went to Jishengtang to find Bai Zhi.
There were quite a few patients at Jishengtang this afternoon.
After the start of the dog days of summer, Dr. Zhou's clinic offers a special plaster for treating rheumatism and removing dampness during the dog days of summer, at a low price.
I put up advertisements on the utility poles outside a few days ago.
At first, no one paid any attention to it; hardly anyone came in.
Today, several groups of middle-aged and elderly people came to inquire about Sanfu Patch treatment.
Bai Zhi warmly received the patients, patiently inquired about their symptoms, and provided professional advice, treatment methods, and courses of treatment.
Most of the patients who came in today took Sanfu Patch home to use.
Each patient receives a bottle of Angelica dahurica delivered to their door, and is instructed to complete the full course of treatment and return after finishing the course.
After seeing off a group of patients, Bai Zhi asked Dr. Zhou, "Dr. Zhou, are the Sanfu Patch and the Black Plaster made from your family's secret family recipe?"
Dr. Zhou replied, "Yes, they are all the old man's secret recipes."
"How is the black plaster? Are there any patient feedback cases after using it?" Bai Zhi asked.
If it works well, you can make more and buy some.
"It does have an effect, but..."
Dr. Zhou recalled a middle-aged woman who had come for treatment recently with joint pain. He gave her some black plasters and told her to use them consistently for a period of time.
A week later, the woman said that her skin turned red after applying the patch, and that it had no therapeutic effect whatsoever. She even scolded him.
Dr. Zhou continued, "The plaster must be used according to the prescribed course of treatment; applying one or two plasters will definitely not be effective."
Bai Zhi echoed, "That's right, it's crucial to treat the symptoms correctly; that's the most important thing."
Upon hearing Bai Zhi's words, Doctor Zhou's expression turned slightly serious.
That fashionable middle-aged woman said it had no effect at all. Could it be that it wasn't working for her?
But she just has joint pain.
However, all my joints hurt.
That must be rheumatic bone disease, right?
Just then, an elderly woman with a cane came in and asked about Sanfu Patch.
Bai Zhi brought the person in, gave her a course of medicated patches, and explained the precautions for using the medication.
After seeing the elderly man out, Bai Zhi said with a smile, "There are so many people these days, our Jishengtang is going to be a hit."
Dr. Zhou said it must be because people were coming and going from their pharmacy a few days ago, and the local residents saw it.
People generally have a herd mentality; they like to buy things in groups, and the same goes for going to the doctor.
Dr. Zhou stretched and stood up. "Alright, time to go home, or someone else will come soon."
Bai Zhi smiled and said, "Isn't it good that someone is coming?"
"Slow and steady wins the race; those who didn't come today can come again tomorrow."
From the outside, it looks like their Jishengtang clinic has patients every day.
Dr. Zhou had already taken off his white coat and was preparing to leave work.
As he was about to leave, he asked Bai Zhi, "Why hasn't your uncle arrived yet? Why don't you wait a bit?"
Bai Zhi glanced at the time; it wasn't even five o'clock yet. Her uncle would probably arrive right on time.
"Okay, I'll wait a bit and tidy up."
As a result, Dr. Zhou bumped into Ye Tiandong right at the door.
"Boss Ye, I was just talking to you." Dr. Zhou pointed inside the door. "I'm off work now, I'm leaving first."
"Okay, take care."
"Xiaobai, remember to lock the door when you come out."
Dr. Zhou shouted, got on his bicycle, and rode away.
When Bai Zhi saw Ye Tiandong, she smiled and said, "Uncle, please wait for me a moment, I'll be right there."
Ye Tiandong handed her an ice cream, saying, "I just bought this from a roadside vendor. Have one to cool down."
Bai Zhi happily accepted it, "Thank you, Uncle."
With the care of elders, she no longer faces everything alone, and this feeling is truly heartwarming and reassuring.
Ye Tiandong then gave her a bag containing clothes.
"These are the new clothes I bought for you. Go inside and change."
“Uncle, why are you spending money again? I’m wearing new clothes. My aunt Lu and second aunt bought me several pieces.”
Ye Tiandong said, "Those are theirs, this is what I bought. I'm wearing it to the Lu family."
He gave the bag to Bai Zhi and insisted that she change into new clothes.
Bai Zhi had no choice but to take the bag and go into the inner room to change it.
A short while later, she walked out gracefully, wearing a pure white fitted dress.
She wore a high ponytail and looked both innocent and mischievous.
As Ye Tiandong watched the girl gracefully walk towards him, his eyes involuntarily welled up with tears.
He seemed to see his sister walking towards him.
"Uncle, the dress fits perfectly," Bai Zhi said as she walked up to him. "Thank you, Uncle."
Ye Tiandong wiped his face, a doting smile on his face, "Very beautiful, my niece is really beautiful."
"Let's go, let's go to the Lu family."
Ye Tiandong dressed up his niece and then went to the supply and marketing cooperative to buy some things.
The boss is generous.
On the other hand, it was also to save face for his niece. He bought two catties of fine tea, two bottles of good wine, and some things that people like to bring when visiting relatives and friends, such as milk powder.
The gifts were packaged in exquisite boxes, and the bags and packages were quite elaborate.
When they arrived at the Lu family home, Lu Zheng'an and Xie Yun had already returned home, and Lu Shao'an and his wife were also there.
Besides the Lu family, there were two other guests.
I met Mr. Xie, Grandpa Xie, last time.
Bai Zhi noticed that a young man dressed as fashionably as Wang Shufen was sitting next to the old woman.
A red shirt, blue flared jeans, and pointed leather shoes.
She has long, flowing hair.
She had her head down so I couldn't see her face clearly, but how to describe her overall demeanor?
It's very rock and roll.
Although the term "rock and roll" was still a niche term at that time.
As soon as Ye Tiandong and Bai Zhi entered, almost everyone in the living room stood up.
Even Old Master Lu stood up and hurriedly came over with great enthusiasm.
"Xiao Zhi, this must be your uncle, right?"
Bai Zhi nodded, "Yes, Grandpa Lu, this is my uncle, Mr. Ye Tiandong."
"Hello, Mr. Ye."
Lu Zheng'an greeted Ye Tiandong with exceptional enthusiasm, saying, "I am Lu Zheng'an, Lu Ye's father."
"This is my wife, Xie Yun."
Lu Shaoan himself is a businessman and is good at making friends, especially with his peers in the same business.
While everyone was chatting, he learned from Lu Zheng'an that Ye Tiandong was a capable businessman who decisively took over a state-run restaurant a few years ago when it was on the verge of bankruptcy. Later, he opened restaurants and eateries, and his business grew very large.
Lu Shaoan struggled to get up from the sofa, smiled, and went over to introduce himself, shaking hands with Ye Tiandong.
"Mr. Ye, it's an honor to meet you."
Ye Shaoan shook Ye Tiandong's hand familiarly and introduced himself, "I am Lu Ye's second uncle, Lu Shaoan. I am not very talented, but I am in the coal mining business."
Ye Tiandong replied, "Hello, Mr. Lu."
He then greeted Elder Lu, "Elder Lu, how are you?"
Old Lu laughed heartily, "I'm in good health, there's nothing seriously wrong."
Old Xie nudged the young man next to him who was playing with his sunglasses and reminded him, "Get up and greet people."
The young man sat there, unrestrained, and said, "Grandpa, I don't know him, why should I greet him?"
“That girl is Bai Zhi, and the man is her uncle. Be polite.”
Xie Zheng gave a lazy "oh".
His gaze casually swept over and met Bai Zhi's eyes.
Bai Zhi's eyes widened as she clearly saw the young man's face.
I took a second look.
Why does this man look so familiar?
Isn't this the lead singer of the most popular rock band from the 1990s in my previous life?
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