Chapter 654 Father and Son Night Talk
After Doctor Hu returned home, Mrs. Lin came out to support him.
"It's okay, I didn't drink much." Doctor Hu said, "Where's Brother Rui?"
"What happened in his room?" Lin asked nervously.
"It's okay," said Doctor Hu, "You go to sleep first. I'll go talk to him. I haven't seen my son in a long time."
"Oh, that's good."
Doctor Hu went to Hu Rui's room.
Hu Rui hasn't gone to bed yet and is writing something under the lamp.
Hearing the door being pushed open, he looked up and saw Doctor Hu. He quickly stood up and called out "Dad" somewhat stiffly.
After all, he hadn't seen his father for a few years, and even when facing his biological father, he felt a little embarrassed.
Doctor Hu came over and scolded with a smile: "You treat your own father like an outsider. These past few years, your father has not been by your side, and it has not been easy for you."
"No, Dad, you have it harder; my aunt and uncle take good care of me." Hu Rui said quickly.
"What are you writing?" Doctor Hu walked to the desk and lowered his head to flip through the book.
"These are some cases of injuries I've seen before." Hu Rui blushed and wanted to cover his face with his hands. "I'm just afraid I've forgotten them, so I don't dare show off in front of Dad."
Since he didn't want to see it, Doctor Hu didn't insist.
But looking at the thick records, he felt sincerely relieved.
"Regarding whether or not to let you inherit your father's business, Dad has changed his mind countless times since you were born. Your Aunt Lu has mocked him many times for this."
Sometimes I feel that I can make a living by practicing medicine, but sometimes I feel that I suffer a lot of humiliation.
Sometimes I think my son should be more successful, and sometimes I think he should be more stable.
Perhaps parents’ expectations for their children are all so complicated.
"Dad wants you to have a good future, but you are grown up now and have your own ideas. Tell Dad what you want to do in the future."
Hu Rui showed some hesitation on his face.
"Come and sit down, let's have a good chat." Doctor Hu walked to the couch, sat cross-legged, and waved to Hu Rui.
Hu Rui walked to the couch as he was told, but did not sit down immediately. Instead, he stood in front of his father with his hands hanging down, looking a little embarrassed.
"Dad," Hu Rui said in a low, hesitant voice, "I do have some ideas."
"Speak! Is there anything you can't tell your biological father?" Doctor Hu patted the empty seat beside him. "Sit down and talk. Standing is like being on trial."
Hu Rui sat down and slowly expressed his desire to go to the northwest.
"But I also know that 'while my parents are still alive, I shouldn't travel far away'. I miss my parents..."
The air in the room was silent for a moment, only the soft crackle of the burning wick could be heard.
"Let's not talk about my parents for now. I want to ask you, have you made up your mind? Will you regret not joining the Imperial Guards and choosing to go to the northwest instead?"
In fact, asking Hu Rui this question is child's play.
Hu Rui is too young.
He is probably unable to take responsibility for his own future.
But Doctor Hu still asked.
"Dad, I won't regret it. I was needed by so many people there. Although it was tiring, I found the meaning of studying medicine. Even if I wasn't very good at it, they would encourage me and forgive my initial hustle and bustle..."
Hu Rui grew up under the halo of Dr. Hu, and always felt that he was not good enough.
But the brothers and uncles in the military camp were all tolerant and encouraging towards him.
"Dad, I've saved many people, and I've seen many good people die. I want to do more for them."
From this past experience, Hu Rui truly felt the significance of studying medicine.
Doctor Hu reached out and pressed hard twice on Hu Rui's shoulders.
"Stinky boy, when you grow up, you'll be better than your father."
This unexpected affirmation made Hu Rui unbelievable.
"Dad? You don't object?"
"Object? Why should I object? A good man has ambitions and should join the army. Dad is so happy."
He paused, leaned back, changed to a more comfortable position, and changed the subject: "But, Dad has a request."
"Dad, tell me." Hu Rui was very excited. "You and Mom, come with me."
As long as his parents are around, he has no more worries.
"Your mother and I are used to the capital. We won't follow you there. But wait another two years. If you find a good wife, I'll keep you company for another two years, and then let you go to the northwest with your wife."
Hu Rui: "..."
How did it get involved in his marriage?
Ever since I can remember, my father seems to be obsessed with finding a wife for him.
It was a joke before, but now it can no longer be taken as a joke.
"This way, there will be someone to take care of you on the way, and when you get there, there will be someone at home who cares about you. Your parents will feel more at ease. Your mother will be happy when she knows this." Doctor Hu added.
"Dad, Mom, I'm worried about you."
"Your mother and I are not in our seventies or eighties. When we are old and need you, you can come back." Doctor Hu said, "By then, your grandchildren will probably be everywhere, and you will have to rely on your son."
"After you give birth to the child, you can send it back. Your mother and I will help you raise it."
Doctor Hu also has requirements when it comes to choosing a daughter-in-law.
"I can't be looking for someone who's dull and indifferent. I need someone who's energetic and lively, and who can handle things at home and outside..."
Perhaps Doctor Hu also felt that he was talking nonsense and was afraid that it was too abstract, so he continued -
"Just look at girls like Daya, Erya, and Sanya. Any of them will do. If she's as pretty as Siya, then we can make do with the other aspects."
We are all men, we all understand.
The concessions a man can make for beauty are huge.
Hu Rui blushed: "Dad, what are you talking about?"
That's not good.
"It's okay, you're shy; wait for your parents to help you. You're not very good at learning, so you need to study hard with me for another two or three years."
"Okay, Dad, I will." Hu Rui nodded seriously.
He himself feels that there is still a lot of room for improvement.
"It's just that Dad, the Yulin Guards—"
"It's okay. It's just a matter of a word from your uncle. Son, remember, we are not afraid no matter where we go. We have people around us! Your aunt and uncle are family. But you have to remember to take your aunt and uncle's affairs to heart, just like you would respect your parents."
"Yeah, I know, Dad."
"Good boy," Doctor Hu couldn't help but praise him again, "Your father has lived a muddled life, just getting by. You're better than your father! I think the future of our Hu family depends on you."
Although he is not capable, he gave birth to a good son.
Thinking of this, Doctor Hu wanted to drink two more cups.
"Alright, you should get some rest." Doctor Hu stood up, his figure swaying slightly. "I'm going to go accompany your mother. She's worked hard these past few years. It's not easy, it's not easy..."
Fortunately, the war is over, the world is at peace, and good days are yet to come.
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