Chapter 31 "It's a pleasure to work with you, Director Zhang."
"Doctor Lin, how is your recovery? I'm so sorry for wronging you! The hospital was seriously negligent and biased in dealing with Qin Yize's issue before, and you've been wronged!"
Dean Chen opened with a sincere apology and explained in detail the hospital's subsequent handling of the Qin Yize incident and the compensation plan for Lin Che's unfair treatment.
The original job grade and title will be restored, all previously withheld wages and bonuses will be reissued, and scientific research resources will be allocated.
Moreover, Lin Che could even choose to return to his original department of general surgery, or continue to be the head of pediatrics, or he could choose to go to a newly established key department with better resources.
The conditions were so generous that even Lin Che was a little surprised. He listened quietly, his fingers unconsciously rubbing the rim of the warm paper cup.
He certainly knew who was the invisible hand behind the matter being resolved so perfectly.
To a certain extent, Lu Yu's name became his amulet in this huge system.
Lin Che picked up the teacup and looked at him calmly, waiting for the next words.
Dean Chen felt a little embarrassed by his gaze. He coughed lightly and pulled out a document, pushing it in front of Lin Che. "After an in-depth investigation and careful consideration by the hospital leadership, the previous report was completely false! The hospital has officially withdrawn all charges and disciplinary decisions against you. This is the official reinstatement notice. You can return to your post in general surgery at any time."
Lin Che's eyes fell on the eye-catching red title and the Dean's signature stamp on the document. Instead of the ecstasy he had imagined, he felt a sense of exhaustion and relief that the dust had settled.
"Thank you for your concern, leaders of the hospital." His voice was calm.
"Oh, that's what I should do!"
Dean Chen quickly waved his hand. "Doctor Lin, you have superb medical skills and noble medical ethics. You are a valuable talent in our hospital! We are deeply sorry for the injustice we caused you before."
"I'm going back to pediatrics."
Lin Che's voice was clear and calm, with an unquestionable firmness.
The conference room suddenly became quiet.
Dean Chen and several leaders exchanged glances quickly.
In their opinion, after going through all those turmoil and with the backing of the Lu Group, Lin Che's decision to leave the relatively "marginal" department of pediatrics was a wiser choice than returning to the more promising general surgery department or moving to a new department with better resources.
"Doctor Lin, are you sure?" Dean Chen couldn't help but gently remind him, "The conditions in the pediatric department... well, they're relatively difficult. The development platform..."
"I'm sure." Lin Che interrupted him gently but firmly, her eyes calm. "Pediatrics is very good. Thank you for the hospital leaders' kindness."
Dean Chen immediately reacted and said repeatedly, "Great, great! We respect Dr. Lin's choice! It's a blessing for the children to have a backbone like you in the pediatric department! Director Zhang Mingli will be very happy to know this!"
He then added, "Don't worry, the pediatric department will give you the utmost support! If you need anything, feel free to ask!"
Lin Che nodded: "Thank you, Dean."
The atmosphere relaxed considerably after the negotiation. Dean Chen mentioned Lu's donation of equipment worth tens of millions of yuan, his words filled with gratitude.
"Lu's? Donation?" Lin Che looked puzzled. He had no idea about this matter.
"Yes, Mr. Lu donated 30 million worth of medical equipment to our hospital, which directly solved our urgent need. When Dr. Lin gets home, please thank Mr. Lu for me."
"No… you're welcome."
Declining Dean Chen and the others' offer to escort him downstairs, Lin Che walked alone to the elevator. The elevator door opened on the executive floor, and the person standing inside startled Lin Che slightly—it was none other than Zhang Mingli, the head of pediatrics.
"Lin Che?!" Zhang Mingli's voice was filled with disbelief and excitement. "It's really you! I just heard someone downstairs say they saw you coming up, and I thought they were seeing things! You... you're okay? That's great!"
He looked Lin Che up and down, his gaze lingering for a moment with concern on the spot on his forehead where the gauze had been removed, leaving only a faint mark.
"Director Zhang." Lin Che walked into the elevator, pressed the button for the pediatric floor, and smiled politely. "I'm fine now. I'm recovering well."
"That's good, that's good!" Zhang Mingli nodded repeatedly. As he watched Lin Che press the button for the pediatric floor, his eyes lit up with joy, yet also with confusion. "Are you... going to the pediatric department? Have Dean Chen and the others finished their meeting with you? How did it go?"
"We're done talking about it," Lin Che replied calmly. "I've applied to return to the pediatric department, and the hospital has approved it."
"Back to pediatrics?!"
Zhang Mingli's voice rose a few notches, a little unsettling in the quiet elevator car. He immediately lowered his voice upon realizing it, but the excitement and confusion in his eyes didn't diminish in the slightest. "Lin Che, are you...are you serious? I'm not saying pediatrics is bad, but...given your current situation, Director Xu at the General Surgery Department would surely be eager for you to return. Or perhaps the newly established Minimally Invasive Center in the hospital has better resources and more room for development. You definitely have better options! Why would you want to return to our pediatric department?"
Zhang Mingli's tone was filled with disbelief and a subtle hint of regret. He was genuinely concerned for Lin Che and felt it was a waste of talent for this talented young man to stay in pediatrics.
The elevator descended smoothly. Lin Che's eyes fell on the jumping floor numbers and he was silent for a few seconds.
"Director Zhang, I've seen a lot during my rotation in pediatrics over the past few months. Especially the general surgery needs of pediatrics."
Lin Che paused. "Our hospital, and indeed the pediatric departments of many large general hospitals, are relatively weak in treating acute abdominal conditions like appendicitis, intussusception, and even congenital malformations requiring surgical intervention. Many children ultimately need to be urgently transferred to general surgery, or their parents take them directly to a specialized children's hospital. This back-and-forth delay wastes precious treatment time and increases risks."
He looked at Zhang Mingli with a serious and focused look. "The Affiliated Hospital's pediatrics department has a solid foundation and a large patient base. I'd like to see if I can fill the gap in pediatric general surgery here. At the very least, children with acute conditions can receive appropriate and professional treatment immediately here, without having to go through the hassles and risks of referral."
Zhang Mingli was completely stunned. The surprise on his face gradually faded, replaced by a strong shock and sincere admiration.
He had never expected that Lin Che's choice to return to pediatrics was based on such a plan based on solid professional observation and a deep sense of responsibility!
This reason was more weighty and more resounding than any other reason he had expected!
The elevator dinged and stopped at the pediatric floor. The door slowly opened.
Zhang Mingli looked at the young man in front of him whose face was still a little pale but whose eyes were extremely firm and bright. A warm current and strong resonance surged in his chest, and even his blood boiled.
He extended his hand, not for a polite handshake, but rather patted Lin Che's shoulder forcefully and heavily, his voice filled with uncontrollable excitement:
"Good! Good boy! Such ambition!" Zhang Mingli's voice trembled slightly. "This is a great idea! Pediatric general surgery has always been our biggest shortcoming, and it's also my biggest pain point! You can see this and are willing to come back to take on this responsibility. I..."
He took a deep breath, his eyes blazing. "Lin Che, on behalf of the Department of Pediatrics, and on behalf of the children and parents who need help, thank you for choosing to come back! Thank you for your kindness!"
He looked at Lin Che with an extremely serious expression: "In the future, if you have any ideas, any difficulties, need to coordinate resources, or need policy support, feel free to come to me! Let's work together to find a way to make this happen! Happy cooperation!" He extended his hand again, this time a formal handshake full of strength and commitment.
Lin Che looked at Zhang Mingli's sincere and motivated eyes, and felt the firm strength coming from his palm. The heavy and complex emotions in her heart caused by the huge donation seemed to be diluted a little, replaced by a more real anticipation of embarking on a new challenge.
He stretched out his hand and held Zhang Mingli's hand tightly.
"It's a pleasure to work with you, Director Zhang."
Lin Che finally revealed a relaxed yet resolute smile, his eyes bright and filled with confidence about the future.
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