Chapter 312 Striving for Perfection, Unity of Knowledge and Action
Tang Dingping was scolded for no reason, and he didn't know whether to be angry or amused.
The key point is that they really know how to insult people.
To complete the research project, the Institute of Literature and Art borrowed Lin Sicheng from Northwest University. Then, the Municipal Bureau sent a letter to borrow Lin Sicheng from the Institute of Literature and Art again to conduct training.
He only taught two classes after arriving, and next week he will be helping the headquarters and various detachments inspect cultural relics and evidence. So strictly speaking, the police haven't finished borrowing them yet; Lin Sicheng is still helping them.
But that's secondary: the weather is unpredictable, and fortune can change in an instant. No one can say that they can live a peaceful and smooth life without any accidents.
The problem is that Lin Sicheng had foreseen this: he guessed that the group would resort to desperate measures, even kidnapping.
He sought help from the police station, from Yan Wenjing, and even analyzed the situation with Xu Qin and Tang Nanyan, but no one took it seriously. They all thought he was overreacting and worrying unnecessarily.
But things just happened exactly as Lin Sicheng had predicted, exactly as he had arranged.
So how should this matter be explained, and how should the responsibility be determined?
The fact that the former dean didn't call the entire public security bureau a bunch of good-for-nothings was already quite a show of respect for them...
While pondering this, Tang Dingping smiled and said, "Old Dean, please calm down. It's true that we didn't do our job well!"
Before he could finish speaking, the deputy chief captain, looking embarrassed, introduced with an awkward smile, "Old Dean, this is Director Tang from the ministry!"
Oh, did you mistake me for someone else?
Zhang Tinghao could still distinguish the relationship between those in the ministry and those in the bureau.
But why is the director here too? Was he invited by Wang Qizhi?
Good job, good job... otherwise these bastards won't investigate properly!
He made wild guesses based on his own assumptions, his old face beaming with smiles: "Director Tang, I'm sorry, I was just being blunt, please don't take offense..."
Tang Dingping certainly didn't care, but he was somewhat amused and exasperated.
"There are too many people here, old director, let's go sit outside!"
"Alright, come sit outside!"
There were indeed too many people. If it weren't for the fact that some of them were wearing police uniforms with prickly prickles on their shoulders, the doctor would have come out and chased them away long ago.
A large group of people emerged from the treatment room and stood in the corridor.
Ji Yun stood beside Tang Dingping, looking at the old dean and Ma Qinglin, and asked in a low voice, "Dingping, are these two Xiaolin's elders?"
"No, these two are the directors of the Institute of Cultural Relics under the State Administration of Cultural Heritage, one director and one deputy director... Lin Sicheng was seconded from Northwest University to the Institute of Cultural Relics. He has been helping the Institute with research projects recently."
Their ranks are all quite high; that Vice Dean Ma should be at the same level as Yan'er's father.
The strange thing is, since they're not related, why are they both so nervous? One of them started cursing at the police, and the other even fainted.
After a moment's thought, Ji Yun glanced to the side again: "Where are the other three?"
"One is the deputy director of the Archaeology Department of the State Administration of Cultural Heritage, and the other two are directors of the Palace Museum; all are renowned experts in the field..."
"Were they all invited by Wang Qizhi?"
"It has nothing to do with Wang Qizhi: These research experts are rather simple-minded and don't like to get involved in this kind of thing. It's probably more about his personal relationship with Xiaolin..."
"Isn't his family from Xi'an? How does he know these people?"
"You were looking at the information in your brother's car just now, weren't you? This kid is young, but he's incredibly capable, with significant achievements and influence in the field of archaeology. Plus, he's a good person with a pleasant personality; everyone likes to associate with him. These people must have met through work..."
"His professional skills are even better than Wang Qizhi's?"
"Of course, he's more suited to be Wang Qizhi's teacher, in every way!"
Tang Dingping paused for a moment, then asked, "Why are you asking so many questions?"
"I was just asking!"
Ji Yun gave a perfunctory reply, then glanced at her daughter, feeling both happy and worried.
To her delight, the blockhead finally saw the light. Even more delightful was that Ji Yun remembered: this child was the one Xu Qin had mentioned to her so many times.
Moreover, she is even better than Xu Qin described.
The worry is that the more sought-after someone is, the more people will covet them. Given Nan Yan's personality and emotional intelligence, even if each of the Qin or Jing family girls gave her two hands, she still couldn't compare.
Suddenly, a cloud of worry settled on his brow.
At first, Tang Dingping didn't pay much attention, but when he saw his wife's face contorted and her eyes constantly glancing at his daughter, Qin Ruozhi, and Jing Suxin, he realized something was wrong.
It's understandable to care about your daughter, but why are you staring at those two girls all the time?
Hey, why is Nan Yan still crying?
And that expression, that look in his eyes...
Tang Dingping was dumbfounded.
Just as he was stunned, he heard footsteps behind him and Tang Dingping subconsciously turned around.
Wang Qizhi's face was ashen; he was both anxious and flustered.
Shan Wangshu and a girl followed behind. Shan Wangshu was in better shape, though she looked somewhat haggard. But the girl behind her had red and swollen eyes, a deathly pale face, and seemed unsteady on her feet, stumbling and staggering.
Four men followed behind, two older and two younger, but I didn't recognize them.
A group of people hurried along, jogging. At the ward door, everyone they knew stood up, but Wang Qizhi didn't bother to greet them, only giving a hurried nod.
As they brushed past each other, Tang Dingping's heart skipped a beat: Wang Qizhi's expression looked like he was about to kill someone?
His features were ferocious, his eyes were gleaming with a fierce light, and he seemed to want to tear a hole in the sky.
wrong.
If they were just ordinary teachers and students, why would the couple panic so much? They probably thought their son's injury was just that...
Amidst surprise and doubt, a group of people rushed into the treatment room and saw Lin Sicheng sitting on the hospital bed. They felt a sudden sense of relief.
Although he was wrapped up like a rice dumpling, at least he was awake and had no missing limbs.
Lin Sicheng even smiled through the glass when he saw them.
Ye Anning bit her lip hard, tears welling up in her eyes.
Lin Sicheng paused for a moment, then smiled.
Shan Wangshu held back her tears and glared at him fiercely: You brat, you're still laughing?
Only then did she feel relieved, certain that Lin Sicheng wasn't lying and that his injuries weren't serious.
She let out a long breath and then looked around. After a few glances, she instinctively paused, startled.
She knew many people, and most of them: Director Zhang and Vice Director Ma of the Academy of Cultural Heritage, Director Wu of the State Administration of Cultural Heritage, Director Shan of the Palace Museum, and Director Lü.
Wang Qizhi once said that these people had a very good relationship with Lin Sicheng, so it was not surprising that they came to the hospital to see him.
There's also Qin Ruozhi, Jing Suxin, and the Jing family's children. These three get along well with Anning, so it's not surprising that they came.
But why are so many people from the Tang family here?
Not only did Mr. and Mrs. Tang Dingping come, but Director Tang actually came too?
The more she looked, the more surprised she became. When she saw the last part, Shan Wangshu suddenly stopped: This should be a girl from the Tang family, right? How come she's crying like this?
Wait, something's not right... that look in his eyes?
Her eyelids twitched involuntarily, and she followed Tang Nanyan's gaze to look at Lin Sicheng inside.
What's going on?
No... Lin Sicheng has only been in Beijing for a few days?
Just as I was feeling a bit surprised, the sliding door opened and a doctor came out: "The bandage is done. Family member, come and help me up..."
Before he finished speaking, a crowd suddenly swarmed around him.
Wang Qizhi was the closest and fastest among them. He kept muttering, "Thank you, doctor... thank you, doctor..." but then casually pulled the doctor aside.
But just as she lifted her foot, her neck was suddenly tightened. Shan Wangshu gripped the back of her jacket tightly: "What's the rush?"
Wang Qizhi was stunned: "Nonsense, if I'm not in a hurry, who is..."
Before she could finish speaking, Ye Anning had already passed Wang Qizhi and entered the treatment room.
Looking at Lin Sicheng sitting on the hospital bed, his face pale, Ye Anning's mind went blank and her lips trembled.
Lin Sicheng smiled and said, "Sister Anning!"
Ye Anning wanted to say something, but it felt like her throat was stuffed with cotton, and she couldn't utter a single word.
Tears fell like beads from a broken string, as if all her strength and spirit had been drained away by that cry of "Sister Anning".
She slowly bent down, her forehead touching his knee.
There was no sound, but her body trembled uncontrollably, and tears soaked her trousers.
Lin Sicheng felt a jolt in his heart, his lips were dry, and he stroked her hair: "There won't be a next time, I promise you..."
Ye Anning could no longer hold back and started crying.
The sobbing was intermittent, but it was unusually quiet outside.
Tang Nanyan stood quietly beside Wang Qizhi and Shan Wangshu. The couple blocked the doorway like two pillars, preventing her from entering.
But his eyes were surprisingly firm.
Ji Yun sighed: It's over.
She hadn't seen her for several years, and it wasn't until this moment that she recognized her: it was a girl from the Ye family.
No wonder Wang Qizhi acted like he wanted to eat people when he was just a student and his injuries weren't serious.
No wonder Shan Wangshu's eyes were filled with tears, as if it was her son who was injured.
Because Ye Anning was raised by them; she wasn't their biological daughter, but they treated her better than a daughter. Naturally, they'd be anxious because they loved her so much.
But Ye Anning?
Yan'er, it's not that your mother doesn't love you, but even if you had ten brains, you wouldn't be as clever as her when she's asleep...
Feeling secretly distressed, she turned around, wondering if she should give her husband a heads-up.
But before she could even open her mouth, she suddenly froze: no one had noticed that there was another person in the ward.
She was in her forties, with delicate features and fair skin. Wearing a light-colored trench coat, she appeared even taller.
With bright eyes and short hair, she exudes an intellectual elegance, yet also a decisive and efficient demeanor.
Ji Yun suddenly snapped out of her daze: "Director Wang?"
Wang Qiguang smiled and said, "Dr. Ji!"
Instinctively, everyone turned their heads.
Half of the people didn't recognize her, but quite a few did. Tang Ding'an straightened his expression and extended his hand, followed by Tang Dingping.
"Director Wang!"
"Director Tang, Chief Tang!" Wang Qiguang extended his hand and shook hands. "I'll go in and take a look first!"
The two nodded in unison: "Okay!"
Several younger people stood upright and addressed her as "Auntie" in unison, including Tang Nanjin, who was not much younger than Wang Qizhi.
Wang Qiguang nodded, and Wang Qizhi and Shan Wangshu followed behind as they entered the inner room.
Ye Anning wiped away her tears and helped Lin Sicheng up: "This is my mother!"
Lin Sicheng was startled: "Hello, Auntie!"
A simple introduction, a simple greeting, yet it left the outsiders completely stunned.
So, after all this time, these two are meeting for the first time?
Then look at Ye Anning. She showed no awkwardness, no shyness, and no embarrassment. It was as if she wasn't the one who had just been sobbing uncontrollably on Lin Sicheng's lap?
What's even stranger is that there was no unnatural or unhappy expression on Wang Qiguang's face.
On the contrary, he seemed quite pleased, carefully examining Lin Sicheng.
"Focus on recovering. Leave the work to Qi Zhi, we'll handle everything else!" Wang Qiguang nodded. "There's no time tonight, Anning's father has booked a flight for tomorrow morning!"
Lin Sicheng was stunned for a long time before finally saying, "Thank you, Auntie!"
The two sentences were very simple, but the people outside looked at each other in bewilderment.
No... this is the first time we've met, right?
But this attitude, this tone?
At least Tang Ding'an and Tang Dingping knew that Ye Xing'an had been leading a team to inspect other places and would not return unless absolutely necessary.
But once they come back, many people can't sleep...
The police leaders outside were sweating profusely, silently cursing the police station chief and Yan Wenjing's family dozens of times.
A bunch of good-for-nothings, nothing would have happened otherwise, but now, the sky has fallen...
Wang Qiguang had Ye Anning help Lin Sicheng back to his ward to rest, and then took Wang Qizhi to greet everyone one by one.
"Thank you, Director Tang, thank you, Chief Director Tang, for taking the time out of your busy schedules to come..."
"Director Wang, you're too kind!" Thinking she still didn't know, Tang Dingping explained, "If it weren't for Xiao Lin, Nan Yan would have been in grave danger this time!"
"Of course!" Wang Qiguang smiled. "After all, Xiao Lin is Qi Zhi's student!"
Tang Dingping was at a loss for words after hearing Tang's simple "It should be."
You say you're "Qi Zhi's student," but your attitude doesn't seem like that of someone treating their younger brother's student.
Let's recall: That's right, when we first entered, Ye Yatou made a special introduction, and it was indeed the first time that Wang Qiguang and Lin Sicheng had met.
But judging from the situation, it seems that the one who saved the person and got injured was like a child.
While they were thinking to themselves, Wang Qiguang and Wang Qizhi thanked everyone. The others were alright, but the police leaders, though smiling, felt more distressed than if they were crying.
After saying goodbye to everyone, Tang Dingping and Ji Yun took Tang Nanyan to the ward.
The police station's private cells, originally intended for prisoners, were a special privilege enjoyed by Lin Sicheng.
There were expressions of gratitude and politeness; everything seemed normal.
But imperceptibly, a different scent permeated the air.
Wang Qiguang gave Lin Sicheng a few instructions, telling him to take good care of his injuries. He also warned Wang Qizhi not to cause trouble for the police.
Shan Wangshu wanted to go home to cook for Lin Sicheng, so she dragged away Wang Qizhi, who had a lot to say. Wang Qiguang said he had to go back to his unit, and Zhao Xiuneng, Zhao Xiuxian, and Zhao Da and Zhao Er also made an excuse to come over later.
No one said anything, no one mentioned it, and Ye Anning naturally stayed.
The ward was quiet. Ye Anning peeled the orange and carefully removed the white membrane.
Lin Sicheng leaned against the headboard, his mind wandering.
They were of one mind; without guessing, Ye Anning knew what he was thinking.
"Are you wondering why my mom came?"
Lin Sicheng nodded.
He assumed his teacher and his wife would definitely come back, and he also assumed his cousin Ye would be badly frightened. But he never imagined that his cousin Ye's mother would come to the hospital.
I never expected that my cousin Ye's father would also be coming.
But they had never seen themselves before?
Ye Anning didn't speak: Actually, it's not sudden at all.
Last autumn, the family knew about him; his mother knew, and his father knew too.
During the Chinese New Year, her father even made a special trip to the school to visit him. Afterwards, at her uncle's house, he told her personally: "This child is good."
Since then, my parents have never asked about it again.
Because Dad's comment "That's good" represents an attitude of approval and permission.
Lin Sicheng was unaware of these things, and he had always had concerns, plus he was too busy...
Ye Anning sniffed, tears welling up in her eyes: "Before boarding the plane, I called my mother: If anything happens to you, I won't live either!"
Lin Sicheng was stunned. Ye Anning grinned, seemingly smiling, but tears fell again: "Are you very scared?"
With things already like this, what is there to be afraid of?
His heart is made of flesh and blood, not stone. Even a block of ice would melt if it were kept sealed for so long…
Lin Sicheng shook his head.
Ye Anning pursed her lips and remained silent, her mind replaying her aunt's words:
Who doesn't want good things? People are the same. But don't worry, someone like Lin Sicheng has a heart made of iron. If you can't pry it open, no one can. But once you warm it, it will protect you and keep you warm for a lifetime.
My uncle often said that Lin Sicheng was as calm as a machine and as steady as a rock. Even a teacher like him might make mistakes, but Lin Sicheng would never.
She squeezed Lin Sicheng's hand and offered him a segment of orange...
...
The Audi was driving on the highway, with Shan Wangshu sitting in the back seat, glancing at the rearview mirror from time to time.
Wang Qiguang frowned, as if he was thinking about something.
Thinking that she was angry at Ye Anning for being willful, Shan Wangshu felt it was best to explain.
"Second sister, don't blame Anning, she's just worried and confused."
Wang Qiguang shook his head: "I know, I don't blame her!"
If she blamed her daughter, she wouldn't have gone to the hospital today, let alone said those things.
She and Ye Xing'an quite approved of Lin Sicheng. It could be said that Lin Sicheng possessed almost all the qualities the couple envisioned for their daughter's ideal partner.
He is responsible, has a strong sense of duty, is intelligent, courageous, wise, capable, and above all, has good character.
There's only one thing: he's too reserved and has a few too many concerns.
Of course, in the couple's eyes, this was still an advantage, even an advantage that exceeded their expectations. But for Ye Anning, it seemed to lack some vitality and passion for their future family life.
Their families are quite different from ordinary people, but if you look at Qi Zhi and Wang Shu, you'll see that the difference isn't that great. There aren't as many prejudices, and even fewer preconceived notions.
But after this experience, she realized that her understanding of Ye Xing'an was still somewhat one-sided: this kid also had impulsive and passionate moments.
Then she sighed, "I just think this child is a little too kind?"
Dan Wangshu paused for a moment, and Wang Qizhi was completely stunned: Second sister, what did you say?
Lin Sicheng, kind-hearted... What kind of lame joke is this from outer space?
If his second sister described him as upright, intelligent, enthusiastic, calm, wise, decisive, resolute, and so on, Wang Qizhi would have absolutely nothing to say.
Instead, he would raise both hands and feet in agreement.
But to say that Lin Sicheng was kind?
Wang Qizhi was 1,000 percent certain that Lin Sicheng could handle this matter perfectly well on his own, without needing his sister and brother-in-law's help, or even his own.
That will absolutely make that middleman, Zhongzhuang, cry for his parents and regret it for the rest of his life.
Think of the vast ocean, think of that group of tomb raiders...
“This is about ability, what does it have to do with being kind or unkind?” Wang Qiguang stared at Wang Qizhi in the rearview mirror. “Grandpa taught you from a young age to be selfless, so why didn’t you donate all your money to the mountain area?”
Wang Qizhi was speechless, stammering, "That's because he's stupid. If he weren't stupid, who would donate all their money without seeking fame or fortune?"
Wang Qiguang remained silent.
So, this child can be impulsive and willful at times, and isn't always as calm as a machine...
Wang Qiguang glared at him: "You're a teacher, so make it easier for you to speak: if this happens again, tell Xiaolin to be a little tougher on his heart!"
How could you force Lin Sicheng to abandon his companions and run away alone?
Second Sister isn't that selfish, Ye Anning's judgment isn't that bad, and Lin Sicheng isn't that despicable.
She meant that Lin Sicheng should have been ruthless when he jumped down to grab the gun. The saying goes, "To catch a thief, first catch the king..."
Wang Qizhi sighed: "Second sister, the man has a gun... and it depends on whether the timing is right!"
"I know, that's why I said 'if,' if the timing and conditions allow!"
Wang Qizhi nodded: Second Sister is trying to change Lin Sicheng's mindset. Next time he encounters something like this, he should not be timid and should prioritize saving his life.
Wow, this is the first time I've seen him, and I'm already quite taken with him?
Otherwise, given Second Sister's personality, why would she say it so bluntly? This is clearly telling Lin Sicheng: Don't be afraid, Auntie will back you up...
Dan Wangshu misunderstood, and asked cautiously, "Second sister, are you angry?"
Wang Qiguang was puzzled: "Why are you angry?"
"Are you angry that Lin Sicheng acted impulsively?"
Wang Qiguang couldn't help but chuckle: Was that just a momentary impulse on his part? It was about unwavering loyalty and sharing weal and woe.
The confessions of those arrested clearly state that it wasn't the girl from the Tang family who threw the stone, but the knife that slashed Lin Sicheng's neck.
Of course, if Lin Sicheng hadn't risked taking two more cuts, the Tang family girl, even if she hadn't died, would be in the intensive care unit right now.
This was indeed a bit of a twist of fate, and Tang's daughter was known for her stubbornness, but Wang Qiguang didn't care at all, nor was he worried.
"Strive for perfection, and unite knowledge with action!"
Wang Qiguang smiled and said, "Just like your brother-in-law!"
Shan Wangshu was taken aback: Second Sister had such a high opinion of Lin Sicheng?
Wang Qizhi curled his lip: What else?
If the reviews weren't good, my brother-in-law wouldn't have booked a plane ticket overnight and come over tomorrow morning.
Moreover, this was the second sister's first time meeting Lin Sicheng; she had only heard about him before, while her brother-in-law had seen him in person and knew him better. Therefore, it's highly likely that her brother-in-law said this…
After a moment's thought, Wang Qizhi remembered: "Before leaving, I told Lin Sicheng that for something this big, he absolutely had to call home. He could phrase it tactfully: just say he tripped and fell. So his parents should be here tomorrow..."
"Of course!" Wang Qiguang nodded. "You arrange for us to have a meal together!"
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