Chapter Fifty-Six: Unwavering

“Secondly, I want to ask if you’re interested in transferring to work at this hospital. No need to answer right away—you can go home and think it over carefully. Luoyang feels the same way; he thinks your medical skills are impressive. If you work here, it’ll be easier to call on you for help in the future.”

“Xiaotong, are all the doctors at this hospital forensic doctors from the Public Security Bureau?”

“No, that’s not the case. A qualified forensic doctor isn’t easy to train, nor can anyone just decide to become one. The doctors here are essentially the same as those in local hospitals. The main difference is that they wear police uniforms and are under the Public Security Bureau’s administration.”

“I see. I’ll seriously consider it when I get back.”

“Come on, I’ll walk you back.” Su Xiaotong smiled slightly and started walking toward the car.

“Hey, Xiaotong, if you’re busy, don’t worry about me. I can take the bus back by myself; I don’t want to hold you up.”

“No problem. Knowing that guy is okay puts my mind at ease. There’s no rush right now.”

...

There and back, it wasn’t even mealtime yet. Su Xiaotong dropped him off at the hospital entrance and drove away.

Li Yancheng returned alone to the clinic and sat there deep in thought.

Having obtained the definitive information about his origins, the obsession in his heart seemed to have completely vanished.

This gave him the feeling that his control over this body had finally reached its peak. Otherwise, he would never have felt so strange before—as if his mind, heart, and hands were never fully in sync, with his movements always lagging slightly behind.

He had always assumed it was because his soul hadn’t yet adapted after crossing over. Now he finally understood the cause, and with it, resolved the issue.

Since seeing that memory clearly just now, he felt different. His mind was clear, and this brought a profound change.

Regarding his origins, through that now-visible memory, he had learned almost everything.

Now that he was clear, he could completely set it aside. As Su Xiaotong had said earlier, it was best not to investigate further, or else real trouble might arise.

What he needed to consider now was the proposal made earlier—whether or not to transfer to that hospital.

He pondered this matter through lunch. When he was chatting with colleagues in the cafeteria, it suddenly became clear to him.

Why move over there? Except for the slightly longer commute here, there seemed to be no real drawbacks.

Moreover, here he was more familiar with the people, and he hadn’t noticed any scheming or intrigue. The hospital leaders, influenced by the environment, mostly practiced non-intervention.

Even Director Chen, appointed by the committee, was hardly ever seen except on the fixed weekly study days.

Such a comfortable working atmosphere—why bother changing places? To meet new people again and go through the same adjustment period he experienced when he first arrived at the First Hospital?

...

Forget it. He was rather lazy and didn’t want to go through that hassle again.

Besides, he had no intention of staying in the hospital forever. After ten years, when private clinics were allowed, he definitely planned to branch out.

Having figured this out, his heart felt lighter, and his conversations with colleagues grew livelier.

...

At the same time, during lunch, Su Xiaotong sat down with Luoyang.

“Did you tell him what you found out?”

It was with Luoyang’s approval that Su Xiaotong shared the clues about Li Yancheng’s origins; otherwise, he wouldn’t have mentioned it.

“Yes, I did.”

“How did he react?”

Su Xiaotong paused his movements, frowned, and after a moment of thought, shook his head uncertainly.

“He didn’t seem to react much. From his demeanor, it looked like he never really cared about finding his biological family.”

“That’s normal. He was so young then and had almost no memories of that family. His life now is good, so it’s understandable he doesn’t want to look for them.

By the way, Xiaotong, did you get him to treat someone for you? How did it go?”

“The results... hehe, surprisingly well.”

Mentioning this, the expression on Su Xiaotong’s face became quite remarkable. Luoyang, who was looking down and picking at his food, didn’t notice, but if he had, he’d have seen something was amiss.

“As long as it works, that’s good enough. Honestly, I think Li Yancheng, despite his young age, has medical skills... tsk tsk, I’m impressed. In my opinion, he’s not much worse than those old-timers.

By the way, did you tell him about working at the Public Security Hospital?”

“Of course, but I think it’s unlikely. He doesn’t seem too keen on the idea. Honestly, sometimes doing nothing is better than making a move.”

“Doesn’t matter either way. Whether he goes or not, as long as he promises to help us when needed, that’s enough.”

For Luoyang, after a month of treatment, what he valued was Li Yancheng as a person and his medical skill, not the job itself. It didn’t matter which hospital he worked at.

“He’s willing to help, but he’s overly cautious—nothing is straightforward with him.”

“Hehe... if he weren’t cautious, I wouldn’t dare interact with him so much.”

“You’re right.” Su Xiaotong nodded, then suddenly remembered something and looked at Luoyang.

“Hey, brother, isn’t your treatment supposed to end soon?”

“Yeah, according to what he said, tonight should be the last injection.”

“How do you feel now?”

Hearing this, a flush appeared on Luoyang’s face, and his eyes brightened noticeably.

“I feel like I’m already cured.”

“Really? Have you tried it out?”

“Of course not—how could I try before the treatment ends? I’m planning to ask him properly after tonight’s injection.” Luoyang rolled his eyes.

“Well, congratulations then.”

“Thanks, but it’s too early to celebrate. I’ll wait for the doctor’s confirmation first.”

“Hehe, I wonder how your folks will react when they find out.”

“Ha ha, I’m sure they’ll be very happy.”

“Of course they will. Hey, Luoyang, what do you think Sun Yiqing will say when she finds out?”

“That I don’t know. But no matter what, I have to thank her—she’s kept my secret all this time after marrying me.”

“Just treat her well from now on.”

“No need for you to say that. Enough about this. Make sure to have someone keep a close eye on Li Yancheng. If he starts investigating his family background on his own, just let him go. We don’t want him causing trouble for us.”

“No problem, I got it.”

“Also, be extra careful with that case you’re handling. If any leaks happen, not just you or me, even the elders of our families will be in hot water.”

“Understood. Do you still not trust me?”

“Sigh... I just hope everything goes smoothly.”

“Let’s hope so!”

Their faces grew serious as they lowered their heads and ate heartily, as if trying to swallow down all their worries with their food.