There was a long silence on the phone. Chen Xing took a look at the phone and confirmed that Zhao Qing hadn't hung up. He frowned and wanted to hang up the phone directly. After thinking for a while, he finally said, "Miss Zhao, is there anything else? That's all. I still have work to do."
Mayor Chen was really a busy man. He didn't even have time for such a short time. There was a little sarcasm in Zhao Qing's words.
Who wouldn't be busy during the Spring Festival? Besides, if Miss Zhao had nothing else to do, would I have been holding the phone and waiting for you to be in a daze? Chen Xing said bluntly. In fact, when he was suddenly questioned by Zhao Qing, he was a little confused. He didn't know what it was about, but a sense of indignation rose in his heart and he retorted without hesitation. However, during the short silence just now, he finally realized that Zhao Qing must be talking about the Guoli Hotel. Otherwise, he wouldn't have said such inexplicable words.
Based on Chen Xing's character, even though he and Zhao Qing had been strangers for a long time, after such a long time, both of them had their own families. Chen Xing's family was happy now. His marriage with Zhang Ningning had made him have a bright future. When Zhao Yiping broke them up, Zhao Qing didn't insist on their vow to face their parents' opposition together and walk hand in hand to the end. Instead, she suddenly agreed to marry into the Sun family. Even though Chen Xing had complaints, anger, and hatred about this, it was all in the past.
Now it turned out that it was a blessing in disguise. He had a better choice and a happier life. He wouldn't take the previous resentment to heart. He just regarded it as a peaceful separation with Zhao Qing. When they were still in Hai City, Chen Xing could sit down and have a cup of coffee with Zhao Qing peacefully and not mention the past. This was the best proof that Chen Xing didn't care about it anymore. If Zhao Qing had asked him nicely just now, Chen Xing would have answered him kindly. However, Zhao Qing chose such a way, which aroused Chen Xing's anger. Was the Zhang family still so self-righteous?
Chen Xing's strange and cold words made Zhao Qing silent again. After a while, Zhao Qing said in a hoarse voice, "Chen Xing, don't you have any feelings about the past? We used to make vows of eternal love under the moonlight. Have you really forgotten all about it?
Miss Zhao, your words are really ridiculous. When you say this, don't you feel your conscience first? " Chen Xing sneered. At this point, Zhao Qing still mentioned the past to him. Did she want to play the emotional card? Did she think that he, Chen Xing, was a fool?
It seems that you don't believe me. If I say that I've been thinking about you all these years, that I've always kept the good memories of us together in the deepest part of my heart, that I've never forgotten, that even after I got married and had a family, I still kept the good memories of us in the most important place in my heart, would you believe me? Zhao Qing said emotionally. There was a faint sobbing in his voice, as if he had touched the sad part of his heart and was immersed in the memories of the past.
Miss Zhao, it's a little inappropriate for you to say these words to me now. We both have families. If there's nothing else, let's leave it at that. I still have work to do. Chen Xing twitched his mouth. The memories of the past were like images, replaying quickly in his mind. However, Chen Xing did not miss them at all. The past had long been buried in the grave of time. Chen Xing no longer had any regrets or memories. Now, Zhao Qing was talking about the past between them, which was exactly what Chen Xing disliked.
I didn't expect you to become so cold-blooded and heartless. Chen Xing, I'm very disappointed and sad. Zhao Qing murmured, "Alright, I don't want to waste your time. I just want to ask Mayor Chen, did you ask people to investigate the Guoli Hotel? You know that it's my father's business. You asked people to investigate it. Aren't you deliberately making life difficult for the Zhao Family?
Humph, the people of the Zhao Family are all self-righteous and think that they are very great. I thought that you would change now, but I didn't expect you to still be the same. It seems that a dog can't change its spots. " Chen Xing said coldly. There was no doubt that he was showing no mercy when he said these words.
Mayor Chen, please behave yourself. What right do you have to scold me? You are a department-level cadre after all. Is this the only quality you have? Zhao Qing said angrily.
If the Zhao Family still cares about quality, then the kind will only be bullied by others. Chen Xing said sarcastically. He did not forget Zhao Yiping's shrewish look. At that time, Zhao Yiping was already the Deputy Mayor of Jiangcheng City. Jiangcheng City was a sub-provincial city. At that time, Zhao Yiping was also in the main hall. When she scolded people, she was like a shrew in the countryside. She said all kinds of nasty words. When she chased him out, she did not care about his feelings at all. Even now, Zhao Yiping did not seem to have changed.
Mayor Chen, even if you have resentment towards our family, you can't insult us like this. Zhao Qing said angrily, "Do you dare to say that you didn't have any intention of revenge when you asked people to investigate the Guoli Hotel?"
"Miss Zhao, before you want to punish us, please go and understand the situation clearly. Don't think that you can put the blame on others just because you are not clear about the situation. Just now, I said that the people of the Zhao Family are all self-righteous, but you are still like this." Chen Xing snorted coldly. "I have already made it very clear just now. The Zhao Family should not think too highly of themselves. How great are you?" "Aren't you just considered to have a reputation in Hai City? With just your reputation, it is not worth it for me to slap your face."
"Mayor Chen, I know you're great now. You're a big shot and you don't put us in your eyes. Now that our Zhao Family is in trouble, you're gloating over our misfortune. You're even adding insult to injury. You're just a villain. Zhao Qing took a deep breath. At this point, Zhao Qing had completely lost the intention to pretend to be pitiful. He directly retorted to Chen Xing. His words were even more unpleasant.
"Don't think that you can use this small matter as a cover to cover up your narrow-minded and dark heart. Isn't she just a little b * tch? You, a dignified mayor, just happened to pass by our hotel and happened to get to know her?" "What a great mayor who thinks for the common people. Even a little b * tch who is under the age of 18 will feel pity for her. You are really a good mayor. Unfortunately, you are just a despicable villain and a sanctimonious hypocrite."
"Zhao Qing, maybe I haven't changed much in these years, but you, you have changed too much. I didn't expect that such words would come out of your mouth. Now, I return what you said just now to you. You have disappointed me. By the way, let me give you a piece of advice. Take care of yourself." After finishing his words, Chen Xing directly hung up the phone.
Taking a deep breath, Chen Xing calmed himself down. Zhao Qing's phone call made his good mood a little bad. After a while of cold wind outside the door, Chen Xing gradually calmed down. It was not worthwhile to be angry for a person who no longer wanted to work for him. Since the Zhao Family was self-righteous, he would just let them be. He did everything according to his own heart, so he was not afraid of being criticized. However, Zhao Qing didn't expect that she would say such mean words to a little girl. Chen Xing was really disappointed and sad.
After Chen Xing hung up the phone with Zhao Qing, Zhao Qing was also slightly stunned on the other side of the phone. Then she laughed self-deprecatingly. It was normal for Chen Xing to hang up the phone with her. Zhao Qing didn't bother to call him again, but she was a little disappointed. She originally wanted to play the emotional card and try to make up with Chen Xing again. Seeing that the Sun Family was in trouble, Zhao Qing also started to despise her in-laws and even her husband. Once Sun Zhihe really couldn't make a comeback, the Sun Family would be just so-so, even worse than an ordinary family. Was such a Sun Family worthy of her, Zhao Qing?
The answer was obvious. At least in Zhao Qing's heart, her husband's family had already lost their power. As long as no big shot stood out to protect Sun Zhihe, Sun Zhihe would definitely be finished. Zhao Qing was also very filial to her father-in-law. Usually, she was good at pleasing her in-laws, but that was based on Sun Zhihe's identity as the executive deputy minister of the Organization Department. Sun Zhihe couldn't even protect himself. Was it necessary for her to pretend to be a filial daughter-in-law?
Out of this mentality, it was reasonable that her old love came into the sight of Zhao Qing again. In addition to asking about the Guoli Hotel, Zhao Qing mainly wanted to mention the old love with Chen Xing. It would be best if they could rekindle their old love. She didn't want to destroy Chen Xing's marriage. As long as Chen Xing could worship her again, based on her previous understanding of Chen Xing, Chen Xing would still listen to her. However, the result of this phone call was completely out of Zhao Qing's expectation. Chen Xing's change was even more unexpected to Zhao Qing, so she was provoked in the end and spoke unkindly to Chen Xing.
"Maybe I really don't know him." Zhao Qing frowned, and the haze on her face deepened.
After staying outside for a while, Chen Xing walked back to the hotel again with a smile on his face. Zhong Ling teased him with a smile, "Mayor Chen, you've been on the phone for a long time. You have to eat leftovers."
"It's good to have something to eat. I have a good appetite and I'm not picky." Chen Xing smiled.
He sat down again. Before he could sit down properly, Chen Xing felt the beautiful legs in silk stockings touching his leg again and again. Chen Xing's face didn't change. When no one was paying attention, he gave Zhang Xin a warning look.
"Mayor Chen, let me propose a toast to you. It's my honor to have dinner with you at the same table today." Facing Chen Xing's eyes, Zhang Xin was not afraid at all. Instead, she gently tapped Chen Xing's foot under the table, and then stood up gracefully. Her eyes and smile added a bit of charm.
"Since a big star proposed a toast to me, I really have to drink this glass of wine." Chen Xing smiled, and there was no trace that he knew Zhang Xin at all from his words.
The two of them clinked glasses and sat down again. Then, Qian Cheng, the secretary of the county committee, Fang Xiao, the county head, and other leaders of the party and government of Ximen County all proposed a toast to Chen Xing. This time, Chen Xing just drank a little. In the afternoon, he still had to pay a New Year's call to Zhou Mingfang, so he couldn't get drunk.
The banquet lasted less than half an hour. Chen Xing smiled at Zhong Ling apologetically, and then stood up to leave. Zhong Ling didn't try to persuade him to stay. She knew that Chen Xing was in a hurry. This couldn't be helped, and she couldn't force him to stay.
When Chen Xing was about to leave, the others quickly stood up to see him off. Yang Zhen, Qian Cheng, Fang Xiao, and other leaders also didn't want to stay, so the banquet naturally ended.
Director Yang, I have to go to Zhang Yingjia's house. You don't have to accompany me. If you have something to do, go ahead. Chen Xing said to Yang Zhen. Although he came in Yang Zhen's car, in Ximen County, he didn't have to worry that no one would arrange a car for him.
Mayor Chen, I don't have anything to do, so I'll go with you. Yang Zhen smiled. He didn't need to go to work on the second day of the Lunar New Year, so he could go out to visit relatives and friends at any time. However, it was rare to have such an opportunity to stay with Chen Xing. How could Yang Zhen go back so soon? He knew that during the two days that Chen Xing had been back in Hai City, the market was very tight. Many people wanted to sit with Chen Xing but didn't have the chance.
Then it was up to you, as long as you didn't delay Director Yang's business. Chen Xing smiled and nodded.
When Qian Cheng and Fang Xiao heard that Chen Xing was going to visit the home of the former service staff, they immediately said that they wanted to go and have a look. They were the people of Ximen County, and as parents, they should care more about them.
Chen Xing had left Ximen County for a few years, but he still remembered where Zhang Yingjia's house was. Except for Chen Xing, only Fang Xiao had some impression of it, but he didn't remember the way. So, Chen Xing became the only one who could show them the way.
Zhang Ying's younger sister had been released from the Public Security Bureau. With the special help of Chen Xing and Director Yang, the people in the Public Security Bureau didn't dare to make things difficult for the little girl. They knew that the little girl worked as a technician in the hotel's sauna department, which was a disguised form of prostitution, but they turned a blind eye to it. However, when the Public Security Bureau, the Labor Bureau and other departments mobilized a large number of people to investigate the sauna department of Guoli Hotel, the reason was also high-sounding. They said that they employed child labor and violated the labor and employment law. Then, they found prostitution and whoring activities in the sauna department.
When Chen Xing and the others arrived, Zhang Ying's younger sister was already standing in front of the door, waiting for them. It was the same old stone house. When Chen Xing walked into the house again, he felt that things were still the same, but the people had changed. Zhang Ying's younger brother had grown up and was now a freshman. As for Chen Xing's promise that he would be responsible for all the expenses of his college education, he really did it. He didn't ask others to do it, but he did it himself. Chen Xing was also worried that if he handed it over to the staff around him, it would be fine if he worked in Ximen County. The county would definitely help him pay the tuition fees on time, but if he left, it was hard to say whether the money would be handed over to Zhang Ying's family.
Moreover, that was a personal promise made by Chen Xing. He didn't want to use public funds to fulfill his personal promise, so he asked Zhang Ying's parents for their bank account. After Chen Xing learned that Zhang Ying's younger brother was indeed admitted to college, he transferred 10,000 yuan into the account last summer. It wasn't that he didn't want to transfer more, but that Chen Xing didn't want a child to not know how to be thrifty and extravagant when he saw more money.
At that time, it was an inconspicuous promise, but Chen Xing did it seriously. He still remembered that when he called Zhang Ying's parents in the summer, the two old people were crying. At that time, Chen Xing also sighed with emotion.
Brother Zhang, I'm here to see you. After Chen Xing walked into the house, he shouted.
It's … it's County Head Chen? When the old man lying on the bed saw Chen Xing, his eyes were in a trance, and soon he was so excited that he wanted to sit up.
Old man, slow down. Zhang Ying's mother hurriedly ran over to support her husband, trying to help him sit up. At this moment, her eyes were also wet, and she was very excited. Chen Xing's visit made their suffering family finally have a trace of joy in the lifeless New Year.
Brother Zhang, what's the matter? I remember that you used to be fine. Chen Xing was taken aback. He saw that Zhang Ying's father seemed to have difficulty sitting up. This was completely different from the impression he had in his memory. He remembered that when he came to visit Zhang Ying's family, although Zhang Ying's parents looked much older than people of their age, they were still fine. Now, Zhang Ying's father was in such a state that he was very surprised.
No, it's nothing. I've been a little tired recently, so I need to lie down and rest more. Zhang Ying's father smiled, and there was a real happy smile on his face. Just now, Little Ying came back and said that a distinguished guest was coming. I thought who it was, but she couldn't tell who it was. I didn't expect it to be you, County Head Chen. Little Ying is a little stupid. She has seen you before, but now she can't recognize you.
At that time, she was only in junior high, so it was normal that she couldn't remember. Chen Xing said with a smile. When he looked at Zhang Ying's father again, he frowned slightly. Brother Zhang, are you really alright? You look very pale to me.
No, I'm really okay. I'm just a little tired, but it doesn't matter. Zhang Ying's father smiled, but his voice was weak. Even when he spoke, he was a little breathless.
Really okay? Chen Xing didn't believe it. How could he not see that Zhang Ying's mother was quietly wiping her tears? Then he looked at Zhang Ying's younger brother. Chen Xing vaguely remembered that the young man was called Zhang Laifu. At this moment, he was standing quietly at the side. Chen Xing sighed. Brother Zhang, although I don't work in Xi Men anymore, I still call you County Head Chen, so I'm still your official. If you have any problems, you can't hide it from me. I think you're not tired, are you sick?
County Head Chen, my father has tuberculosis, but he can't get better. He's not willing to go to a big hospital for treatment, and he doesn't listen to what we say. Please help to persuade him. He doesn't go to the hospital for treatment, and he can't take the medicine. He said that once he takes it, he will have a stomachache. Now, it's difficult for him to walk, and he's panting after a few steps. Zhang Laifu suddenly spoke with tears in his eyes. He begged Chen Xing to tell him about his father's illness, but he was blamed by his father's eyes.
Tuberculosis? Chen Xing was stunned. At this moment, he was sitting on the bed where Zhang Ying's father was lying. Hearing that it was about this disease, Chen Xing didn't move, but Qian Cheng, who was standing at the front, subconsciously took a small step back. Chen Xing looked back at him, and there was no expression on his face. He just asked lightly, "Secretary Qian, isn't the free treatment for tuberculosis universal in our county?
Yes, it has been popularized a long time ago. As long as you are diagnosed and go to the epidemic prevention station, the tuberculosis medicine is provided for free. " Qian Cheng replied with a slightly embarrassed look. Just now, it seemed that he was the only one who took a step back, but the others didn't stand as close to the front as he did. At this moment, Qian Cheng wanted to slap himself. Why did he squeeze to the front for no reason?
Brother Zhang, the tuberculosis medicine is free. Did the epidemic prevention station charge you? Chen Xing turned back and asked Zhang Ying's father.
No, the medicine is free. Zhang Ying's father nodded.
In this case, why don't you cooperate with the treatment? This disease is not an incurable disease. As long as you follow the doctor's instructions and keep taking the medicine, you can get better. It's just that the period of taking the medicine is longer. Chen Xing turned back and said to Zhang Ying's father.
Mayor Chen, after taking the medicine, my father's stomach will be very uncomfortable. He said that sometimes the pain makes him unable to sleep for a whole night. Moreover, after taking the medicine for more than half a year, my father said that he doesn't feel better. On the contrary, he feels better without taking the medicine, at least his stomach won't hurt. Zhang Laifu said.
Stomach discomfort after taking the medicine? Is that some side effect of the medicine? Have you asked the doctor? Brother Zhang, if you stop taking the medicine without curing the tuberculosis, it will make things worse. Chen Xing said with concern.
The doctor at the epidemic prevention station also prescribed some gastrointestinal medicine for my father, but it didn't work. Later, the doctor at the epidemic prevention station also said that there was no other way. He asked my father to endure it and insist on taking the medicine, or go to the city hospital. The city hospital should have a solution.
Then go to the city hospital. There are light and serious tuberculosis, and a course of treatment is half a year. Basically, after a course of treatment, you will get better. Brother Zhang, you have taken the medicine for half a year, but you still don't feel better. You should go to the big hospital to have a look. How can you stop taking the medicine and not go to the hospital? Chen Xing shook his head. He had some understanding of tuberculosis.
After thinking for a while, he said, "How about this, I will go back to the city later. You can go with my car. I will ask someone to arrange for you to go to the first hospital of the city for a checkup. Listen to the doctor's instructions and cooperate well. You will definitely get better."
Mayor Chen, there is no need. I will not go. I will lie down at home and rest. I feel much better. " Zhang Ying's father refused.
"How can you feel better? You will definitely feel more and more uncomfortable. This kind of disease can't be delayed. The sooner it is treated, the better." Chen Xing looked at Zhang Ying's father. "Brother Zhang, I am here today. Listen to me and don't delay it anymore."
Mayor Chen, my … my father said that he has no money and doesn't want to add to the burden of the family. I want to drop out of school and work, but he doesn't want to. " Zhang Laifu choked with sobs.
Chen Xing was stunned and sighed in his heart. He said it lightly, but he forgot the difficulties of this suffering family. If it weren't for the fact that they had no money to go to the hospital for treatment and were worried that it would cost a lot of money, who would endure the torture of the disease and not get treatment? Thoughtfully looking at the little girl who had been hiding next to him without saying a word, Chen Xing smiled and said, "Your name is Xiaoying, right? How long have you worked in the hotel?
Two … two months. " Zhang Xiaoying answered in a low voice and looked at Chen Xing. Her big innocent eyes were full of pleading.
Two months. You should have dropped out of school not long ago. Chen Xing looked at the little girl with mixed feelings. He could understand the meaning in the little girl's eyes. She hoped that he wouldn't tell her about her work. She was a technician in the hotel's sauna. Any man would know what this job was. The little girl took this road in order to quickly make money to treat her father's disease. But such a road for a girl was so costly.
Mayor Chen, "Xiaoying is as stubborn as her sister. I told her not to drop out of school and at least to finish high school. But she didn't listen and insisted on working as a waitress in the hotel. I was angry with her for several days." Zhang Ying's father smiled bitterly.
"You just dropped out of school for two months. Don't go there anymore. Don't be a waitress. Go back to school." Chen Xing looked at Zhang Ying. "Xiaoying, did you hear what I said?"
"Yes." The little girl lowered her head and kept tearing at the corner of her clothes with her hands. She didn't dare to look at Chen Xing. She didn't want others to see her crying. Since her sister passed away, she told herself to be stronger.
Chen Xing looked at the family with a heavy heart. He stood up and said to Fang Xiao, "Fang Xiao, the county should give more attention and care to such a difficult family. Don't stick to some forms and subsidies, and the reimbursement policy of the new rural insurance. If possible, the county should hold a meeting to study it and be more flexible. Of course, this is my personal suggestion."
"Mayor Chen, don't worry. We will treat it carefully." Fang Xiao said solemnly.
"Well, that's good." Chen Xing nodded, looked back at Zhang Ying's father again, and said with a smile, "Brother Zhang, you can only listen to me today. Go to the hospital and have a good examination. If you need to be hospitalized, you can be hospitalized. Don't worry about the medical expenses.
"Mayor Chen, how can I do this? I …"
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