He glanced at his watch; it was almost eight o’clock.
If he delayed any longer, it would truly be a late-night visit, which was a very impolite act.
Many people have the habit of going to bed early.
Especially some retired high-level cadres who pay great attention to maintaining their health. They have nothing much to do, just tending flowers, walking birds, dining with rades, other retirees, or close friends, maintaining a good late-life social circle.
Many high-level cadres still wield significant influence after retirement and don’t experience the coldness often experienced by those who have lost power.
This is because they are adept at maintaining their retirement social circles.
The gift truck had readymade gifts.
Some of the tonic herbs were suitable for all ages, making them a good choice for gifts.
The purely wild ones show particular sincerity.
Sitting in the car, he simply dialed the number he hadn’t called in three years.
In order to cure his girlfriend, he leveraged nearly all his available resources.
After a few rings, the call was connected.
"Who is it?"
An old, powerful voice came through, and even through the phone, one could feel the invisible authority of a person in power.
"Is this Mr. Cao Zhengguo? I am Doctor Zhou Can from Tuya Hospital!"
Zhou Can was quite nervous, his palms sweating.
"Oh, it’s you! How have you been, young man?"
Cao Zhengguo evidently remembered Zhou Can well.
After all, he was the savior of his daughter and grandson.
"Thank you for your concern, everything is quite good. It’s just that my girlfriend has contracted a very difficult disease, requiring two main medicines that have already disappeared from the market. I found some clues about one of the main medicines, but unfortunately, after trying various methods, I still haven’t been able to get in touch with the other party. I thought you might have extensive connections in the healthcare system and could possibly know them."
Zhou Can briefly recounted the situation.
"Hmm, the young man’s thinking is broad. Tell me, who is it you want to meet?"
After listening, Cao Zhengguo asked calmly.
"If it’s convenient, I’d like to first visit you."
When seeking help, sometimes things can be resolved directly over the phone, but when it es to maintaining important relationships, Zhou Can hoped for more opportunities in the future.
The visit was just an excuse; presenting some gifts, fostering a relationship, reciprocating kindness, making connections last longer, that was his true intent.
"Of course, I’m retired and at home, anytime is fine. I’d be pleased to chat with you, you’re always wele."
Cao Zhengguo’s attitude towards him was very friendly and warm.
After all, he is a benefactor.
Moreover, he might have known Zhou Can’s performance at the hospital and had more admiration for such a promising individual.
If it was merely the identity of a lifesaver, it had some weight, but it was limited.
For someone like Zhou Can, who has the dual identity of a lifesaver and a promising person, the weight and value in Cao Zhengguo’s eyes would undoubtedly be much higher.
Imagine, if a passing beggar saved our lives, most people would repay him with money as thanks.
Acts of greater kindness or gratitude would at most involve paying attention to the beggar’s situation and providing some feasible help, like helping them return home or finding them a job to end their begging life.
As for truly being friends with the beggar and treating them equally, it’s almost impossible.
Because the identities are not equal.
The relationship between Zhou Can and Cao Zhengguo was somewhat similar.
If Zhou Can were just an ordinary junior doctor with limited potential, in the eyes of someone like Cao Zhengguo, he would actually hold little value.
Zhou Can was very petitive, and in just three years, he entered the reserve team of Famous Doctor Hall, being one of the core talents of Tuya. His future is bright, and at the very least, he has the potential to bee a leader in a discipline at Tuya.
With this value, his level can greatly improve.
Even if there is a gap with Cao Zhengguo, he is at least not a ’beggar’.
Moreover, since Cao Zhengguo is already retired, his value is gradually decreasing. His identity level will also decrease accordingly.
Zhou Can, however, is like the rising sun, continuously ascending. This ebb and flow give them an opportunity to sit together for an equal dialogue.
"Can I e over to see you now?"
"No problem! I live at 27 Gutian Road."
Cao Zhengguo readily gave his address.
"Great, I’ll head over immediately. See you soon."
Upon hearing the address, Zhou Can realized it was likely an independent villa.
When understanding someone’s address, if it’s in a housing plex, a certain building and floor, it’s definitely an ordinary high-rise residence. If it’s a certain number at a certain neighborhood or a certain street, then nine times out of ten, it’s a villa or standalone house.
It’s a symbol of status and financial capability.
Zhou Can actually didn’t know much about this Cao Zhengguo. When he received the other party’s business card back then, there was no title on it. He attempted to search online and could only match it to a retired senior official from the health administration department.
Being able to influence the selection of a director for a large-scale hospital like Tuya suggests his status isn’t low.
Gutian Road wasn’t very far, near the Southern Suburb Park.
High-rises and residences in that area are relatively few, with more public buildings. Just the Southern Suburb Park bined with the Wildlife Park occupies a vast area.
For retirement, living in that area would be very nice.
After more than half an hour, he successfully arrived at 27 Gutian Road.
As expected, it was a standalone villa.
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