The Young Urban Doctor
Chapter 1222 - Chapter 1222 Chapter 1222 You Deserved It

Chapter 1222: Chapter 1222: You Deserved It Chapter 1222: Chapter 1222: You Deserved It Luo Ziling and Ling Ruonan had just left Ling Jinhua’s bedroom when Huang Chen came to meet them, but he didn’t say anything, instead, he asked them to sit and rest in the living room while he went in to check on things and arrange for the nurses to be on watch.

Luo Ziling and Ling Ruonan sat down on the sofa in the living room and drank tea, but neither of them talked about what had just happened.

After a while, Huang Chen came out.

Ling Ruonan and Luo Ziling were both there, which made it inconvenient for him to speak openly, so he felt a bit conflicted.

Luo Ziling took the initiative to speak and recounted what had just transpired.

Hearing that Luo Ziling had “rebuked” his own unfilial behavior in front of Ling Jinhua, Huang Chen’s eyes widened in surprise, and he didn’t know whether to cry or laugh.

However, he quickly understood the meaning behind Luo Ziling’s words.

If he himself had spoken directly to Ling Jinhua about these matters, the effect would undoubtedly not have been good and wouldn’t have shaken Ling Jinhua.

But coming from someone else, whether it was Luo Ziling or Ling Ruonan, the impact was extraordinary.

In fact, Huang Chen had wanted to have a private word with Luo Ziling today, hoping that Luo Ziling could say something favorable on his behalf in front of Ling Jinhua.

He had learned that because he had arrived at the crime scene yesterday in a military uniform and driving a military vehicle, people accused him of using his own influence to interfere with the police investigation for unspoken reasons.

Even the five hundred thousand yuan compensation Yang Xiaodong had obtained for them was being described as extortion.

Huang Chen knew that if Ling Jinhua also thought this way, then his good days would be over and he might even be charged with a crime.

Ling Jinhua hadn’t said anything to him, so he had no way to take the initiative and explain the situation to the old man.

It wasn’t in his nature to do so.

But he knew that disastrous consequences would follow.

He had thought of Luo Ziling, hoping to speak to him alone when the treatment was finished.

He hoped Luo Ziling could help him out, find a way to return the five hundred thousand yuan, and explain the situation to the old man so that, even if he was disciplined, it wouldn’t be too severe.

Therefore, after hesitating for a while, he had made the call to Luo Ziling.

Unexpectedly, without needing his request, Luo Ziling had already spoken for him and had explained matters in detail.

Although Luo Ziling had painted him as an unfilial son in front of Ling Jinhua, he was aware that Luo Ziling was acting for his benefit.

He couldn’t possibly tell Ling Jinhua about the difficulties at home or his old mother’s illness, unless the old man himself brought it up.

Of course, even if the old man did ask, Huang Chen wouldn’t reveal all the difficulties.

His nature was such that he dreaded disappointing Ling Jinhua.

The effect was completely different when it came from Luo Ziling.

From Luo Ziling’s mouth, Ling Jinhua learned of his family’s difficulties, his mother’s illness, and clearly understood the events of the past few days.

Knowing all this, Huang Chen breathed a sigh of relief.

Though he was spoken of as unfilial, he felt not a trace of anger.

In fact, he himself considered himself an unfilial son.

Since ancient times, loyalty and filial piety have been difficult to balance, a sentiment shared by many.

When he was chosen to work directly for Ling Jinhua, he had already considered these issues.

Domestic matters and the care of his parents had to be left to his older brother.

Huang Chen was also someone with great ambitions and aspired to have military stars on his shoulders, as it would be a matter of family honor.

He currently held the rank of colonel and was due for promotion to senior colonel that year.

Ling Jinhua had promised him that after a while, he would make another arrangement for him.

In any event, Ling Jinhua intended to assign him a good post when Huang Chen left his side and to ensure smooth progression in his military career.

Ling Jinhua demanded that Huang Chen always be strict with himself: he couldn’t afford to be the slightest bit negligent nor could he allow any tarnish on his reputation.

Huang Chen had always held himself to Ling Jinhua’s standard, which led to complaints from his family, making him feel like he was failing at both ends.

When he heard Ling Jinhua on the phone talking about him and saying he had seriously violated discipline, Huang Chen felt so wronged he almost cried.

Although he still couldn’t predict how things would ultimately turn out, Luo Ziling had already clarified the situation in front of Ling Jinhua, so there was nothing for him to worry about.

However, facing the smiling gazes of Ling Ruonan and Luo Ziling, he didn’t know what to express.

“There’s no need for words between us, right?” Luo Ziling said with a smile to Huang Chen, “I think, once the old man finds out about yesterday’s events and the difficulties your family is facing, he will certainly respond. You don’t need to feel so troubled anymore!”

Ling Ruonan also smiled but said nothing.

“Thank you,” Huang Chen didn’t say much else, just sincerely expressed his gratitude, “Ziling, I’m really thankful to you!”

“Don’t mention it,” Luo Ziling waved his hand dismissively, “I’m going to treat your mother in a moment. As for what medication she needs and how to treat her, I won’t discuss that with you – you wouldn’t be able to help anyway.”

“Okay!” Huang Chen responded, simply nodding his head lightly.

When it was time to leave the old house, Huang Chen personally escorted them to the car.

Although his gesture wasn’t much different from usual, Luo Ziling could still discern a change in his usual demeanor from Huang Chen’s expression.

After getting into the car, Luo Ziling asked Ling Ruonan, “Mom, did I do another good deed?”

“Huang Chen called you wanting to discuss something privately, and now he doesn’t need to,” Ling Ruonan analyzed in a serious tone, “It seems he was likely in trouble due to yesterday’s incident. He hoped you would explain things to the old man for him. You took the initiative and did it thoroughly; he should be very grateful.”

“Mom, didn’t you teach me to make more friends and fewer enemies? I’m just following your orders.”

Seeing Luo Ziling’s mischievous expression, Ling Ruonan hummed dissatisfiedly, “Talking nonsense with your eyes wide open, who did you argue with this morning?”

“Eh, I actually forgot to mention that to the old man,” Luo Ziling smacked his forehead and said with regret, “I was planning to talk to the old man about it in detail and let him judge the matter, but I forgot.”

“That’s not urgent,” Ling Ruonan dropped her previous demeanor, “Talk about it in a couple of days. Since you’ve already had such an argument, you definitely need to tell the old man about it. Alright, go ahead and treat Huang Chen’s mother. Once you’re done with her treatment, you can visit your grandfather.”

Hearing Ling Ruonan’s itinerary for him, Luo Ziling couldn’t help but groan, “Looks like I’m going to be exhausted again today.”

“About the dispute you had with Chen Yining, you should discuss that with your grandfather first,” Ling Ruonan said seriously, “Perhaps he will have something to say!”

“Grandpa will definitely scold me!”

“That’s what you deserve,” Ling Ruonan said with a look of frustration, “Who told you to go around causing troubles?”

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