Chapter 944 - 936 Disappointed Gaze
"But, you’re aware of the director’s condition. I’m really powerless here. To put it bluntly, he’s already very old. Even if he recovers, what difference would it make?" Xiao Yifei said, feeling overwhelmed by patients like this.
"You shouldn’t say such things lightly. Saving lives is what we doctors should do. No matter what, you should at least try." Director Qian insisted.
Xiao Yifei no longer said anything. Everyone knew in their hearts what the final outcome would be, but even if there was just a sliver of hope, they didn’t want to give up.
From the director’s mouth, Xiao Yifei learned that the elderly man was once a distinguished military man who served the country, an important figure in the central government before his retirement, now living idly at home. No wonder today’s setup was so grand, with so many guards around; clearly, there was no way for Xiao Yifei to outright refuse.
As a doctor, of course, I hope every patient that comes through my hands can get better. This is why Xiao Yifei was reluctant to treat the old man; there really was no hope of recovery. So he didn’t want to give them false hope, which would only lead to great pain after holding onto substantial hope and then facing huge disappointment. That kind of situation is the most painful, isn’t it!
He truly couldn’t bear to see the disappointment in the family’s eyes.
The director had just left with great difficulty, and then your office welcomed a second guest. As soon as he entered, Xiao Yifei was intimidated by his strong presence. There was no doubt he must also be an excellent military man, with that unique soldierly air, standing as straight as a pine tree. His expression was serious and stern, calm and restrained, with short hair and a square face that exuded cleanliness and efficiency.
After entering, he wasted no time and said directly, "Doctor Xiao, hello, I am the patient’s son, Deng Fuguo. I hope you can save my father. No matter the cost, I’m willing to pay it."
Even though these were words of request, when Deng Fuguo said them, Xiao Yifei didn’t feel even a hint of humble pleading. Instead, from his tone, he sensed a touch of bravado, as though Xiao Yifei was one of his soldiers and he was issuing orders to him.
Unbidden, Xiao Yifei felt a bit of admiration for this man. He should be a good soldier, Xiao Yifei guessed internally. He suddenly remembered his long-ago dream of becoming a soldier himself, simply finding the sight of wearing a uniform incredibly appealing.