Chapter 448 A Slight Abnormality
As the saying goes, concern can cloud judgment, and Xiaoxue momentarily forgot to be discreet in addressing him.
Sure enough, Tao Xiangjun immediately sensed something amiss. He quickly withdrew his hand and frowned: "Are you Kong Wange?"
After saying that, he looked at Xiaoxue and asked in a deep voice, "Xiaoxue, what's going on? Didn't you say that this was a doctor you found on your way? You've learned to lie now?"
Seeing that she couldn't hide it any longer, Kong Wange simply confessed, "Uncle Tao, please don't blame Xiaoxue. It was all my idea. I came here today for two reasons: first, to treat your illness, and second, for Xiaoxue. I heard from Xiaoxue that you don't want her to continue working at the clinic. Why?"
Tao Xiangjun was completely different from the smiling man he had been moments before.
His expression was cold, his whole body radiating resistance: "Xiaoxue is my daughter. If I don't want her to do it, I just don't want her to do it anymore. Why are there so many reasons? If you have nothing else to say, you can leave. Our Tao family is penniless and cannot afford to entertain you and your young masters and ladies."
Kong Wange frowned, completely unexpected that Tao Xiangjun would have such an attitude after learning her identity.
Why?
She had only met Xiaoxue in the last few days, let alone the man in front of her.
She and he were complete strangers and had never crossed paths before.
Why does he dislike himself so much?
Xiaoxue didn't expect Tao Xiangjun to treat Kong Wange like this, and immediately became anxious: "Dad, what are you doing? It was wrong of me to lie to you at first, but Sister Wange came to treat you out of kindness. How can you say such a thing?"
Tao Xiangjun snorted coldly: "I know my own body best, I don't need anyone else to check on me! Haven't you resigned yet? Hurry up and do it!"
Kong Wange wanted to try again for Xiaoxue: "Uncle Tao, I don't know why you are so resistant to me, but Xiaoxue is not without talent in studying medicine. She is down-to-earth and hardworking. It would be a pity to give up such a good opportunity."
Seeing this, the three children chimed in, "Yes, Uncle, Sister Xiaoxue is incredibly smart. She'll definitely become an excellent doctor in the future. If you don't let her study medicine with Mommy, you're ruining the future of this precious flower of our nation. You'll regret it!"
Tao Xiangjun: "..."
Kong Chi continued earnestly, "Uncle, my father often tells me that parents who love their children plan far ahead for them. If you truly love Sister Xiaoxue, you should fully respect her and encourage her to pursue her dreams. Otherwise, you are just manipulating her and don't like her!"
Tao Xiangjun: "..."
This child looks only three or four years old, yet he's so talkative—is he possessed by Tang Sanzang?!
He inevitably took a step back.
Unexpectedly, Murong Chen was standing behind him, making the transition almost seamless.
He wasn't as unreasonable as Sister Ran, nor was he as talented as Brother Chi, who could spout grand theories. He quickly pulled out a card from his pocket and said, "Uncle, this is my pocket money. Take it to hire a caregiver to look after you and set Sister Xiaoxue free!"
Tao Xiangjun: "..."
How is he feeling right now?
It was as if he was surrounded by three little devils, trapped in a circle, with a tight headband on his head...
For a moment, he wavered, but the sight of Kong Wange immediately snapped him back to reality. He said firmly, "Stop your nonsense. If you don't leave, don't blame me for calling for help!"
The three children realized that nothing they said was of any use, and they were at a loss for what to do.
Kong Wange took a deep breath and said, "Since Uncle Tao is so adamant, we won't bother you any longer. We'll be leaving now."
She looked at Xiaoxue and said, "Xiaoxue, why don't you see us off?"
"Okay!" Xiaoxue was both angry and aggrieved at her father's attitude, and her eyes were red. Hearing Kong Wange say this, she quickly agreed.
Tao Xiangjun, who was standing next to him, wanted to say something, but he only pursed his lips twice and ultimately did not speak to stop him.
Xiaoxue led Kong Wange all the way to the front gate, and finally couldn't hold back her tears. She apologized to Kong Wange sadly, "Sister Wange, I'm sorry, I don't know what's wrong with my dad. He's not usually like this."
Kong Wange patted her shoulder to comfort her, "Okay, I didn't take it to heart, so don't overthink it either, okay?"
Xiaoxue nodded.
Kong Wange thought for a moment and then asked, "Xiaoxue, there's something I want to ask you."
"Sister Wan Ge, please ask."
"Your dad said he has uremia, but when I took his pulse just now, I found that his kidneys weren't in serious condition, just a bit weak. What's going on?"
Xiaoxue suddenly realized, "Oh, this? Sister Wange, I forgot to tell you. Actually, I only heard it from my mother when I grew up. My father had a kidney transplant. Unfortunately, he didn't take good care of himself after the surgery, and he ended up with health problems. He has never been very healthy, but thankfully he survived."
"You've already had a kidney transplant?" Kong Wange was genuinely surprised.
Let alone twenty years ago, even now, hospitals are in short supply of kidney donors. It's considered lucky if one in 150 people can be matched. Without help, some people may wait their whole lives without finding a match.
Who would help Tao Xiangjun, an ordinary person?
Moreover, even if a kidney donor is available, the surgery is not a small expense, so where would that money come from?
Xiaoxue seemed to see her confusion and explained in a low voice, "This is all thanks to the help of the second aunt of the Wen family. She is such a kind person."
"Wen Zirou?"
Xiaoxue nodded.
This was completely unexpected by Kong Wange.
“My father worked for the Wen family in his younger years, but he passed away due to illness. My second great-aunt was grateful for his contributions to the Wen family and gave him a large sum of money for his retirement. In fact, it wasn't just my father's surgery fees, but also my job that my second great-aunt helped arrange.”
"Although I've been doing odd jobs at the clinic all these years, I've never thought about leaving. I just feel that I should do my part to repay the kindness I can and not let my second aunt down." Xiaoxue's tone was full of gratitude.
Listening to Xiaoxue's words, Kong Wange could hardly reconcile the Wen Zirou she knew with the Wen Zirou described by Xiaoxue.
How could such a selfish person do these things for an ordinary employee of the Wen family?
Or is it...?
This seemingly ordinary employee is actually not as ordinary as one might imagine.
There's definitely some unspeakable secret between these two.
Kong Wange had her doubts, but she remained outwardly calm and said, "Is that so? Then she is indeed a good person."
After saying that, she changed the subject and looked at Xiaoxue: "Xiaoxue, think it over carefully, do you really want to resign?"
Xiaoxue wiped away her tears, hesitating for a moment.
Kong Ran tugged at her hand and said, "Sister Xiaoxue, we women must be self-reliant. Otherwise, we'll have to go to Shandong to find Lanxiang Technical School. This is such a good opportunity, you won't get another chance like this!"
Xiaoxue took a deep breath and, after a long while, finally made up her mind and said, "Sister Wange, I've made up my mind. I won't resign!"
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