But what does this have to do with today's events? Why the sudden suggestion to review old knowledge? Did I do something wrong recently?
Duan Qing responded with an "oh," his face still showing confusion. Seeing his father's beaming expression, he knew everything was alright; at least his father hadn't had a relapse, he was just overjoyed.
What's there to be happy about? Of everyone in the room, only my father knows, but he won't say anything. It's really a dilemma.
Duan Hanyuan stroked Lin Yao's head affectionately, as if he were treating his own grandson. "Good boy, that's right. Don't ignore this old man."
Lin Yao broke out in a cold sweat, recalling his past experience. He remembered saying exactly those words to Duan Hanyuan, who was lying in the hospital bed back then, and he never expected the old man to remember them so clearly. He shrank back a little embarrassedly, and the old man's hand moved up and down with the movement of his head.
Suddenly feeling a childlike joy, Duan Hanyuan lowered his head and whispered in Lin Yao's ear, "I didn't steal your medical skills. This old man isn't good at that. Not everyone is as prodigy as you."
Stealing medical skills? Duan Qing suddenly found confirmation in his memory. He remembered these two sentences very clearly, and even remembered the expressions of his father and that miracle doctor at the time. He almost laughed himself to death.
Wait a minute! Could Lin Yao be the same divine doctor from back then? But their appearances are so different.
Duan Qing was even more confused, still unable to believe it even after hearing the hint. "Dad, you're saying this Xiao Lin is the miracle doctor who saved you back then? But he's an angel!"
Duan Qing meant that Lin Yao's appearance was different, and he shouldn't be the miracle doctor who saved his father. He specifically mentioned the angelic miracle doctor who treated Xiao Wen's grandfather, a fact that was acknowledged by both parties.
“Of course I know Xiaolin is an angel, you told me.” Duan Hanyuan glanced at his son Duan Qing, his tone reproachful. “Start drawing for me tomorrow! You can’t even recognize such a great living doctor standing right in front of you, what have I been doing to educate you all these years?”
Lin Yao felt even more embarrassed. A living miracle doctor? Could there be a dead miracle doctor? This old man really knows how to talk; he doesn't care about the feelings of the person involved at all.
Lin Hongmei suddenly recalled something from a few months ago. She had seen the old man at Wangjianglou Park. At that time, the old man was lying on the ground with his eyes closed, suffering from an acute myocardial infarction. Although she didn't remember him well, after analyzing the information she had heard, she realized that he was indeed Duan Qing's father. The more she looked at him, the more he resembled him.
The situation was urgent. In order not to disturb her son Lin Yao's rescue efforts, Lin Hongmei stayed by the girl's side to comfort her. The girl who was crying with tears streaming down her face was none other than the pretty girl who had opened the Minhong store last time. She remembered her and had also heard that she was Duan Qing's niece. With both of these things confirmed, Lin Hongmei found out the truth.
It seems I should also learn to paint. The education in official families is indeed different; they even thought of cultivating observation and judgment of people through painting. If I had also learned to paint, I wouldn't have failed to recognize Duan Qing's niece when I saw her at the last business opening, even though one was in tears and the other was all smiles.
His father was right, of course. Duan Qing never doubted his father’s ability to recognize people. Upon hearing Lin Yao’s identity, he immediately stood up straight, placed his hands on the trouser seams at his sides, and bowed deeply in gratitude. “Thank you for saving my father. We have been looking for you all this time. We never expected that we would see you but not recognize you.”
Almost everyone in the living room understood the truth, except for Luo Jimin. Luo Jimin was still completely confused. He understood what was said—that his son had saved Mayor Duan's father—but when did that happen? Why did his wife also look like she suddenly understood, while he alone didn't know?
“Last time Yao’er and I went to see Mr. Wen after leaving Anyun Water Industry, we ran into Mr. Duan on the way. Everyone was in a hurry then, and we didn’t keep in touch afterward. Today is the second time I’ve seen Mr. Duan.” Lin Hongmei noticed her husband’s doubts and his eagerness, and whispered an explanation in his ear.
"Uncle Duan, it's only right. My mother and I just happened to run into him, so it's normal for me to help. As long as you don't mind my attitude afterwards, that's fine." Lin Yao quickly changed his form of address. Calling the other party the mayor at this time was not appropriate, since the other party was bowing to him.
"No, no, Xiao Lin is a miracle doctor. I'm grateful to him, how could I be offended?" Duan Qing quickly shook his head to clarify his attitude. In his mind, he quickly compared the images of the two equally young miracle doctors, but he felt a little awkward because they were so different.
Most importantly, the actions of the miracle doctor who saved his father and the angel doctor were different. One was completely free and did not even mention any conditions, while the other demanded an exorbitant consultation fee. The difference was too great, even though he already knew that Lin Yao was raising money for Min Hong to help with disaster relief.
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"Dad, I never imagined that Luo Jimin's son was actually the miracle doctor our family had been searching for. If you hadn't figured it out, I probably would still be in the dark." Duan Qing flattered his father while helping his wife Wang Jinhua clear the dishes.
The guests have left. If I don't say a few kind words, I'll probably get a scolding from my father. I certainly didn't perform well today, and I hope I won't get too much of a scolding.
Duan Qing was lost in thought, stealing a glance at his father who was still sitting at the dining table. He had always been afraid of his father. Although he had never been physically punished or severely reprimanded like children from ordinary families when he made mistakes, his father's few words were enough to make him feel very uncomfortable.
Duan Qing's father's aspirations were too high, so high that he had to look up to him all the time. He also knew that his father wanted to train him to be a qualified official so that he could use his power and means to realize his dream.
This kind of worldview and philosophy of life education, which Duan Qing was exposed to from a young age, made this goal deeply ingrained in his soul, and he was willing to fight for it for the rest of his life.
However, his behavior today was too immature, completely unlike that of a shrewd and calculating person. He's probably going to get a scolding from his father...
"Go read 'The Book of Characters'!" Duan Hanyuan didn't forget his previous training plan. "Look how much you've regressed! Today's performance wasn't even as good as Luo Jimin's. Although he's still immature in his performance, and his emotions are written all over his face, at least he knows what to say and what not to say. You, on the other hand, were too out of control."
"Oh." Duan Qing replied awkwardly, wondering what was wrong with him today? He always acted a little strange whenever he saw Lin Yao, just like last time at the hospital, but today, after carefully observing Lin Yao's demeanor, he couldn't see anything wrong.
"Qing-ge, sit down and have a good talk with Dad. I'll take care of these household chores. Men shouldn't get their hands dirty. You men are here to do important things." Hearing her husband being scolded, Wang Jinhua gently reached out and took the chopsticks from Duan Qing's hand, handing him a tissue to wipe his hands, wanting her husband to sit down and chat with his father.
She didn't understand things like "The Book of Characters" and had read it several times but still couldn't understand it. All she knew was that her husband should talk to his father properly so as not to upset the old man.
Duan Qing didn't say anything. He took the tissue to wipe his hands and watched his wife walk towards the kitchen. He felt that she was very beautiful. It was as if he had returned to the time when they worked together in the countryside. At that time, his wife's simplicity and optimism moved him. It was because of her care and help that he was able to get through the most difficult days.
Without his wife, he would have long since turned into dust in Wulan County.
Seeing Luo Jimin's wife, Lin Hongmei, today, with her striking beauty and charm, I could only admire her. I didn't have any other thoughts about her.
For a man who is always scheming and plotting, a simple, innocent, and guileless woman is the most suitable wife. He can find a peaceful haven with her and completely relax, without having to play tricks with other women who are equally complicated. Even a simple word or action is full of meaning, which is too tiring.
His wife, Wang Jinhua, was exactly the kind of woman Duan Qing needed. He could feel the purity he lacked, or rather, the purity he deliberately concealed and rejected, from her. This purity was a kind of complete purity, which could be considered a complement between husband and wife. Only in this way could they support each other for decades and achieve true and lasting happiness.
Duan Hanyuan picked up the Longjing tea that his son Duan Qing had filled for him, placed it on his chin, and savored the aroma, without continuing to berate Duan Qing.
A loud drum doesn't need a heavy hammer, and the same applies to educating people. For gifted individuals, repeating something once or twice is enough; continuing to emphasize it will only backfire.
"Dad, what do you think of Lin Yao? I can't see his aura at all," Duan Qing asked, having regained his senses.
"The five virtues of a gentleman are benevolence, righteousness, propriety, wisdom, and trustworthiness. Judging from Lin Yao's deeds and performance, he possesses benevolence and universal love, and he is not lacking in fairness, integrity, and morality. His manners and cultivation are also quite good among young people." Duan Hanyuan took a sip of fragrant tea and analyzed Lin Yao's situation point by point.
"As for 'wisdom,' he possesses basic intelligence and his talents are quite remarkable. However, his 'wisdom' in dealing with people and situations needs to be honed." Putting down his teacup, Duan Hanyuan stared intently at his son. When evaluating Lin Yao, he was also educating Duan Qing. "The 'wisdom' among the Five Constant Virtues is not something that can be achieved simply by saying that someone is smart and has good grades. That's what Xiao Lin lacks."