Shen Mianyin’s expression gradually turned cold.
She could tell that Mother Shen was different from Shen Chenggang.
Shen Chenggang genuinely treated her as his sister now and deeply resented Su Yiqing.
Between her and Su Yiqing, Shen Chenggang would choose her without hesitation.
But Mother Shen still found it difficult to forget her feelings for Su Yiqing.
She was even prioritizing Su Yiqing over her own family, which was why she overlooked the efforts Mianyin had made to find connections for her treatment.
Shen Mianyin thought she could become closer to Shen Chenggang, but as for Mother Shen…
That was all there was to it.
Seeing the change in Shen Mianyin’s expression, Shen Chenggang sighed inwardly and said to Shen Mianyin, “Mianyin, Mom has a gentle nature and is easily influenced. She’s always been one to avoid trouble. She thinks that as long as she can avoid problems, even if she suffers a little, it’s fine. That’s why there are many times when she can’t see things clearly.”
“I have no right to advise you not to hold it against her,” Shen Chenggang said softly, “But rest assured, I’ll keep an eye on Mom. I’ll absolutely not let her do anything foolish.”
Shen Mianyin nodded and didn’t say anything further.
Shen Chenggang looked at Mother Shen and silently sighed again.
***
Director Zhang still found a way. He didn’t know who he asked, but he managed to find out.
He even found out Mother Shen’s ward.
“I heard that the patient’s family is of average means. But their daughter is very filial,” Director Zhang said, “Because it’s difficult to get appointments and there are long queues at public hospitals, and it’s very crowded, they specially spent a lot of money to arrange for her to come to our hospital for treatment and surgery.”
“That patient keeps complaining about how expensive it is, she's really distressed about it,” Director Zhang said. “Even when it came to checking into the hospital, she came in at the very last possible moment.”
Director Zhang sighed and said, “She’s just worried about the hospital fees! She’s trying to pay for as few days as possible.”
As soon as Su’s parents heard this, they realized there was a possibility here.
Su’s father quickly thanked Director Zhang, “Director Zhang, thank you so much for this, we really appreciate it.”
“If there’s anything you need help with in the future, just let me know,” Su’s father promised.
“Oh, you’re welcome,” Director Zhang said with a smile, “I’m just doing this because of my good relationship with Luo’an, it’s just a small favor, helping Luo’an out.”
“Thank you very much, Uncle Zhang.” With Director Zhang smoothing things over, Gu Luo’an also felt a sense of pride.
After Director Zhang left, Mrs. Su discussed with Mr. Su, “Let’s go find that family.”
“From what Director Zhang said, their family is short on money,” Mrs. Su said. “At worst, we can give them money and have them directly find Director Chen to do the surgery, freeing up Director Gu’s time.”
“Anyway, Director Chen’s skill level is also very high,” Mrs. Su said. “From what I saw of their surgery, Director Chen is more than capable of handling it. Having Director Gu take charge is really a waste of talent. Why use a sledgehammer to crack a nut?”
“You’re right,” Mr. Su agreed. “With this extra money, she can also take good care of her health. It’s a win-win for both of us.”
Therefore, Mr. and Madam Su, along with Gu Luo’an, went to find Mother Shen’s ward.
When they knocked on the door, Shen Chenggang was cutting fruit for Mother Shen.
Hearing the knock, Shen Mianyin had a premonition of what was to come.
If it were a nurse, they would have just entered after knocking.
Shen Mianyin got up to open the door. Sure enough, standing at the door were Mr. and Mrs.Su, and Gu Luo’an.
Seeing Gu Luo’an there as well, Shen Mianyin wasn’t surprised at all.
Even though this person had just recently knelt in front of her hospital bed, saying he wouldn’t interfere with Su Yiqing’s affairs anymore.
Seeing Shen Mianyin, the three of them were also taken aback.
“Why is it you?” Mrs. Su asked in surprise.
Gu Luo’an subconsciously said, “Are you sick?”
“Is there something you need?” Shen Mianyin asked coldly.
“It’s you who’s having surgery?” Mr. Su sized up Shen Mianyin. “You don’t look sick to me.”
Shen Mianyin rolled her eyes and went to close the door.
However, she was blocked by Mr.Su at the last moment.
Mr. Su's scolded, "Shen Mianyin, do you have any manners!"
Without a second thought, Mr. Su pushed the door open.
Shen Mianyin was certainly no match for Mr. Su's in strength.
Under the force of Mr. Su pushing the door open, Shen Mianyin was pushed backward and stumbled, almost falling.
Shen Chenggang quickly put down the fruit and rushed over, supporting Shen Mianyin while pulling her behind him, placing himself in front.
Mr. and Mrs. Su rushed into the room. Upon seeing Mother Shen sitting on the hospital bed, they understood what was going on.
Mrs. Su, who had originally intended to offer money to get things done, now felt that there was no need to give any.
Mrs. Su raised her head and chest, looking down at mother Shen who was lying on the bed. "I don't know how you managed to get Dean Gu to personally perform your surgery. But now, Qingqing's condition is more critical and she needs Dean Gu to operate on her personally."
"You've raised Qingqing for twenty-five years too," Mrs. Su said. "You can't just watch Qingqing suffer, can you? Give up Dean Gu's surgery and let him operate on Qingqing."
Shen's mother opened her mouth, glanced at Shen Chenggang, and then at Shen Mianyin.
Shen Chenggang's words earlier had made her realize that she shouldn't have casually given up Shen Mianyin's wish.
So now, Shen's mother didn't know how to refuse.
Shen Mianyin didn't speak, but Shen Chenggang said, "You've come at the right time. We didn't know earlier that Su Yiqing wasn't my daughter. To treat her illness, our family spent all our savings and even took out high-interest loans, totaling three million. Now that you're here, you should pay us back."
"What did you say?" Mr.Su voice rose sharply.
Although he was rich, getting him to part with his money was harder than climbing to the sky, let alone three million.
Earlier, not knowing that the surgery was for Shen's mother, he had planned to give five thousand to settle the matter.
But then Shen Chenggang had demanded three million.
"I have all the receipts," Shen Chenggang said. "Including the hospital bills and medication costs, I have everything organized. If you want to see, I have it all."
"If you don't pay, I'll take you to court, and I'll make a big fuss online. Your Su family is so rich, yet you owe your daughter's medical expenses." Shen Chenggang said. "I've only been busy with my mother's illness recently, so I haven't had time to deal with this. I originally planned to settle this with you properly after my mother recovered."
"But since you've come to my door, then let's settle this properly." Shen Chenggang had never intended to let this matter go.
Shen Mianyin had been kidnapped before, and Gu Huaizhi had paid the ransom.
Shen Chenggang had asked Shen Mianyin if he would repay the money, and she had said she would, telling him not to worry.
But neither Gu Huaizhi nor Shen Mianyin had any reason to pay for Su Yiqing's treatment.
Moreover, it would be unfair to make Shen Mianyin bear this financial burden. Wasn't that just being cruel to her?
Recently, he had been working as a food delivery rider while also creating short videos, livestreaming his day as a delivery person.
Many people enjoyed watching others suffer.
So, in his livestreams, he would deliberately make things look harder than they actually were. For example, instead of taking a break to eat a bowl of hot noodle soup at a restaurant, he wouldn't.
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