The weather is getting colder and colder, abnormally so, and many people have already noticed. Fortunately, the county magistrate had made preparations in advance, so people are not worried about the snow being too heavy. However, the snow keeps falling and doesn't melt, accumulating layer upon layer, making it inconvenient for people to travel. Fewer and fewer patients are coming to Huimin Medical Clinic for treatment. People from neighboring counties have not come, saying they will come to see Rong Sheng for treatment when the weather gets better.
On this day, the cold wind howled and the snow fell heavily without stopping. The heavy snow quickly covered all the houses in the county town. As far as the eye could see, everything was a vast expanse of white, a silver-clad world that appeared even more translucent under the weak sunlight.
But Rong Sheng had seen too much snow and didn't like this spectacular sight at all; in fact, his brows were furrowed tightly.
"Father, a snowstorm is coming!" Rong Sheng whispered.
Rong Dong'an was taken aback: "Are you sure?"
"Confirmed!" the system just told her.
“Then I’ll go find the magistrate and ask him to make preparations. I’ll also ask when our Huimin Medical Clinic will begin cooperating with the magistrate!” Rong Dong’an said.
"Dad, be careful on the road! Let Third Brother go with you!" That way, he would feel more at ease.
“Shengbao, don’t worry, we have a sled at home. Dad can just ride the sled over!” Rong Dong’an said.
After Rong Dong'an and Rong Mu arrived at the county government office by sled, the system appeared and told Rong Sheng: "Host, this snow disaster will last for half a month! And the snow will not stop! So host, please be prepared!"
Rong Sheng nodded: "I understand! When my father comes back, I'll tell my disciples to be ready to provide free medical services at any time!"
That's right! Free medical consultation!
Natural disasters are merciless, but their Huimin Medical Center has extended a helping hand, so many patients and disaster victims can recover faster. By helping each other, we will surely get through this.
But after half a month, Rong Sheng couldn't accept it anymore. The snow on the ground was already very thick. Even though the people were clearing the snow every day, they still couldn't clear the snow off the roads. If it continued for half a month, the entire county or even the entire northern region would be covered in snow!
Moreover, every year when there is heavy snow, many people get sick, freeze to death, or starve to death. This year, there is another snow disaster that will last for half a month. There will definitely be houses that collapse under the weight of the snow, and many people will die. Even if the government intervenes in time, it will not be able to completely control the situation!
Similarly, the snow disaster also presents a test for officials.
Every time a natural disaster occurs, many officials are dismissed for dereliction of duty, while many others seize the opportunity to make a name for themselves and rise rapidly in rank!
Even when faced with natural disasters, many people still try to benefit the people. Although it is their duty, how can they achieve political success or get promoted and make money if they don't speak up for the people and seek their benefit?
Natural disasters are undoubtedly a good opportunity for promotion; if you seize it, high-ranking positions and generous salaries are within reach!
Rong Sheng is a woman who is indifferent to fame and fortune, but she also wants a good reputation. In this way, after the snow disaster, more and more people will seek her medical treatment, and she can accumulate more medical ethics points, which will benefit her family!
Even if she goes to the capital and is with Gu Beiyi in the future, when everyone knows that she is the Divine Physician Rong Sheng, the doctor who provides free medical consultations, then she can live a more peaceful life.
About an hour later, Rong Dong'an and Rong Mu returned from the county government office. Seeing that they were shivering from the cold, Rong Sheng immediately gave them a hand warmer so they could warm themselves up, and also had someone make them a bowl of ginger soup to ward off the cold.
"Father, what did the magistrate say?" Rong Sheng asked.
"Don't worry, Shengbao. The magistrate knows what he's doing. He just wants us to go home quickly and not linger in the county town. As you know, your older brother's greenhouse might not be able to withstand the weight of the snow, so we need to go back and help! Anyway, we have sleds, so there shouldn't be any major problems! We should be able to make it back and forth by then!"
Rong Dong'an did not let Rong Sheng go back with him. There was snow on the road, and although the sled was very useful, he did not want Rong Sheng to suffer from the cold and fatigue. He asked him to stay in the county town and help the people get through this difficult time with the Valley Master and the others.
Rong Sheng said, "Father, since that's the case, why don't you take Mother back with you? I'm afraid I won't be able to take care of her then. It would be good to have her come home and help take care of the family!"
"Yes, we have chickens, ducks, and pigs at home, so I have to go back and help look after them!"
Rong Mu hesitated for a moment, "Father, I'll go out first. I'll go find Miss Su and see if she's willing to come home with me. If I go back, I'll leave her here alone, and her brother isn't here either. I'm worried about that!"
“Go ahead!” Rong Dong’an said readily.
Rong Mu immediately rode a sled, braving the cold wind and heavy snow, to the Su family's house.
Su Wenlan was overjoyed to learn that Rong Mu had arrived and hurried out to greet him, "Rong Mu, what brings you here?"
Rong Mu said, "Miss Su, I have something important to tell you. I heard that there is going to be a snow disaster in the north. You were supposed to go home, but you didn't because of me! So I was thinking of bringing you to my home to live with me! Don't worry, I won't be a scoundrel!"
"A snow disaster?" Su Wenlan was taken aback for a moment, then said, "A snow disaster is indeed going to happen. My brother told me to be careful! The Su family has already made arrangements for the snow disaster, so it's okay even if I'm at home!"
Rong Mu shook his head: "That won't do. I'm worried about you being home alone! You don't have any family here, so come home with me! You know we've built a new house with lots of rooms! Miss Su can bring your personal maid with you to stay in the village for a while. We'll come back after the snow disaster is over!"
“If we go to the village, what will happen to Qinxiang Pavilion and Xiaoxiang Pavilion?” Su Wenlan asked.
Rong Mu: "Miss Su, with this snow disaster, we can't do anything! Qinxiang Pavilion can't open for business. Who will have the mind to buy rouge and face powder then? Everyone will be too busy to take care of themselves! Besides, our Rong's Cosmetics has already reached its capacity, and we won't be buying cosmetics anytime soon! As for Xiaoxiang Pavilion, I'll take you home first and wait a bit. If it really can't be opened, we won't open for business!"
Su Wenlan was surprised that Rong Mu was so magnanimous, seemingly unconcerned about the losses. "What about the other Qinxiang Pavilions?"
"After I take you home, I'll personally inform them!" With the snow disaster, people are staying home, but he doesn't want the girls of Qinxiang Pavilion to be unable to return home because of it.
After all, all that's inside the Fragrant Pavilion is cosmetics; there's no food or kitchen. If everyone is trapped in the Fragrant Pavilion, they'll starve or freeze to death!
Su Wenlan thought for a moment, then saw Rong Mu's worried expression and nodded, "Shall we leave now?"
"Yes! Let's go now!"
"Then I'll go pack my things!"
"I'm waiting for you!"
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