The old man's words left Li Chu feeling dizzy.
Why do we need bodyguards?
The first image that popped into his mind was of a wealthy young master, dressed in fine clothes and riding a spirited horse, parading around with a group of thugs, and casually flirting with other people's wives.
Ugh~ Just thinking about it made the hairs on his body stand on end, and he quickly shook his head to shake those images out of his mind.
“Uncle, do I, young and strong, need any bodyguards? Besides, I spend my days either at the hospital or at the residences of you old comrades. I would never go to such disreputable places. Giving me one would be a complete waste.”
"Whether it's a waste or not is not your concern. You said you don't go to random places?"
"Ah, I basically go to the same few times every day!"
"I heard from others that you went to Liulichang by yourself a couple of days ago?"
...
Who's this chatterbox?!
Li Chu smiled awkwardly: "Uncle, I only go once in a while, not often."
"Tell me, what good stuff did you buy?"
Didn't that person tell you?
"What do you mean? You think someone is following you? Bullshit! Why would someone send someone to follow you if they had nothing better to do?"
"hey-hey……"
"You little rascal!" The old man pointed at him.
“It was Xiao Li who happened to be shopping at Rongbaozhai that day. He saw you when he came out, and since you were looking at the stalls intently, he didn’t disturb you.”
"Little Li? Secretary Li?" What bad luck! I finally managed to go out for a stroll, and I still managed to run into someone I know.
"Yes, it was his father-in-law's birthday, so he went to Rongbaozhai and bought a painting as a birthday gift."
"Uncle, let's turn back. It'll be about time to walk back! You shouldn't take too long for a walk."
The old man was quite cooperative this time, turning around without saying anything.
"I was just bored when I went there that day, so I bought a few old books."
"In the future, it's best to avoid these kinds of places where all sorts of people mingle. If you do want to go for a stroll, it's best to bring two people with you."
"Understood, Uncle!"
After thinking for a moment, Li Chu smiled somewhat embarrassedly and asked, "Uncle, what about the treatment you mentioned earlier..."
"Hehe, I thought you really didn't care. Lao Chen talked to me last night, and he said he's turning you down this time."
As he said this, the old man kept his eyes fixed on Li Chu, wanting to see how he would react to the news.
His nephew did not disappoint him; upon hearing the news, a look of relief appeared on his face.
"That's good. I told Uncle Chen about this on the day Wenxuan got married."
"Yes, he told me too." Uncle Wu nodded and patted him on the back: "Young Li, keep up the good work, what's meant to be yours will be yours sooner or later! We old guys know what we're doing."
This sudden turn of events left Li Chu completely bewildered.
What makes you think you know everything? What things are rightfully mine?
He wanted to ask, but after thinking it over, he gave up.
What these older comrades love to do most is to give you a long, rambling speech, leaving you completely bewildered. Then, when you come to your senses and realize it, well! They didn't actually say anything at all.
Back at his lodgings, Li Chu personally massaged Uncle Wu's leg muscles, had lunch with him, and then left when Uncle Wu took his afternoon nap.
For a while afterward, everything seemed to return to calm, and the weather gradually cooled down.
In the period leading up to National Day, one piece of good news after another was published in the newspapers.
First, the second phase of the subway project officially opened for operation, making it more convenient for the people of Beijing to go out.
Then, a joint press conference was held by China and England, announcing that after 22 rounds of negotiations on the Hong Kong Island issue, the two sides had finally concluded and had initialed an agreement.
Then on the 28th, Beijing successfully won the right to host the 1990 Asian Games.
The series of good news seemed like a celebratory gift for the upcoming National Day.
In the outpatient hall and consultation room, just before closing time, Li Chu took something out of his pocket and handed it to Duan Jianing and Liu Ziqiang.
"These are for the two of you. Remember to bring your ID cards and student IDs when you go."
"What is this, teacher?"
The two people took it in their hands with a puzzled look, and after just one glance, they both screamed in unison.
"ah……"
Seeing the two jumping around, Li Chu smiled and said, "Alright, alright, you're still in the consultation room, be mindful of your behavior."
"Teacher, teacher, am I seeing things? This is really for us?"
"Of course, the names are written on it, aren't they?"
"Yay~ I can watch the military parade!" This time, Duan Jianing finally lowered her voice.
Although Liu Ziqiang didn't shout again, his flushed face showed how excited he was.
Yes, how could they not be excited to be able to get up close and watch the military parade on National Day?
"Remember to get there early, wear your uniform, and bring your identification."
"We understand, teacher. We were planning to watch the flag-raising ceremony that morning anyway."
"Alright, let's go back. You're on vacation tomorrow."
"Goodbye, teacher!" The two of them saluted Li Chu and then ran out happily.
"Dad, what's wrong with those two? Why are they so happy?"
Wenxuan, who had gone to the restroom, lifted the curtain and came in.
"I gave them the passes to watch the parade."
“No wonder. Dad, I’ll go pick Yueyue up. We’ll go back to her place tonight and keep her mother company. We’ll go to the auditorium to watch the show together tomorrow.”
"Okay, then you can leave now."
After Wenxuan left, he locked the door of the clinic and walked towards the administration building at the back.
Departments that are more complicated, such as the logistics and archives office, have begun to move to the new administration building one after another.
After the new dean takes office after the holiday, the entire relocation will begin. Since the National Day holiday starts early tomorrow, today is actually the last day of the old dean's term.
Beside the flower bed next to the administration building, Dean Shan was standing alone, seemingly lost in thought.
Li Chu thought for a moment, then turned around and walked over.
"Dean, what are you doing standing here all by yourself?"
"Young, is everything at the outpatient clinic finished?"
"it's over."
"Yes, it's over, it's over for me too!" Dean Shan said with emotion.
"Dean, you've dedicated your life to revolutionary work; it's time for you to rest. Enjoying your grandchildren at home would be quite a pleasure."
"Hahaha, you're right, we really should get some rest."
Dean Shan turned his head and looked at the flower bed in front of him, saying, "From now on, I'll leave it to you young people."
Li Chu, standing beside him, simply nodded silently.
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