I Became a Medical Genius in the 80s

Chapter 179: Chapter 178: Missed Opportunity

Luo Aiguo felt deeply moved and somewhat conflicted. When Luo Anguo used to be impoverished, he pitied him but was powerless to help. Now, seeing him slowly rising step by step, with life getting better, while he was genuinely happy for him, there was also a hint of bitterness.

Seeing Luo Aiguo downing his drink in one go, Luo Anguo stood up, holding onto a chair, picked up a glass of clear water, looked around and said, ”My current condition doesn’t allow me to drink alcohol, so I’ll just use water instead to toast everyone. Thank you all for coming to help!”

Luo Anguo drank his water and said, ”Feel free to enjoy yourselves.”

Carpenter Liu, who was quite the drinker himself, drank two toasts in a row, smacked his lips, feeling it wasn’t enough.

With two glasses of wine down, the atmosphere at the table became lively. The children, seeing the adults reaching for the food, quickly followed suit.

Luo Xuqiang looked at the table full of dishes and secretly sighed. Not to mention the chicken and duck; that fish looked like it had been deep-fried in oil first. A fish weighing over five pounds, how much oil would it take to fry it to a golden color? After frying, it was braised, and the aroma could be smelled from afar.

Then there were the spicy pig intestines. Taking a bite, the more you chewed, the more flavorful it became, filling your mouth with oil and a hint of spiciness. The more you ate, the tastier it got, especially for those who hardly got any fatty food, making it extremely satisfying.

This table of dishes was something even his family couldn’t prepare for New Year’s!

He couldn’t believe that his younger uncle’s family could casually afford such a spread!

Remembering how earlier this year, his younger uncle’s home could only be described as destitute, it was astonishing how such a drastic change had occurred in such a short time.

Thinking of this, he couldn’t help but glance at Beisitian. No matter what was said before, he didn’t believe it, but now it’s clear to everyone that these changes were because of Beisitian.

Luo Xuqiang took several bites of the pig intestines, fearing ridicule, he reluctantly didn’t reach for more.

Kids couldn’t sit still, eating while playing; once they had had enough, they jumped off their chairs and ran to play.

Because of the drinking, the group at the table didn’t disperse until after nine o’clock in the evening. Looking at their expressions, everyone seemed to have enjoyed themselves thoroughly.

”When our family moves into a new house, we’ll have to host another feast,” Mrs. Qin said gleefully, feeling that even if money were spent then, it would be worth it.

It was Luo Er’s family’s first time living elsewhere, and they were somewhat unaccustomed. Luo Anguo managed fine, quickly falling asleep after some hot water, while Mrs. Qin and Beisitian only managed to sleep around midnight.

Luo Xudong reacted quickly. By the next day, Beisitian obtained the contacts from him, though she had to ask for them. According to him, he was to handle everything afterward.

Of course, this wouldn’t work. Luo Xudong’s current identity was confidential, and while helping to find contacts and such was acceptable, taking full control would definitely give him away.

Luo Xudong likely understood this principle himself and sighed quietly.

Beisitian didn’t want him burdened by family matters, which would affect his task completion rate. The sooner he completed his tasks, the sooner she could leave.

”Mr. Zhou, building a house is a monumental task for us rural folks. If anything comes up, I may need to ask for your help,” Beisitian said.

Hearing this, Ma Jian Country frowned, ”Miss Bei, Mr. Zhou has a busy schedule and really has no time to constantly help your family build a house. Do you know how much money Jishi Pharmacy loses for every day Mr. Zhou is delayed?”

Beisitian couldn’t help showing a hesitant expression. Her skin was now fair, her lips red and teeth white, her brilliant black eyes lively. This expression instantly made her look pitiful and endearing.

Even Ma Jian Country had to admit that although Beisitian came from the village, her looks were better than most city girls.

Ma Jian Country turned to look at Mr. Zhou, seeing his eyes glued to her, he knew this request was likely going to be granted. He couldn’t help but issue a reminder, ”Mr. Zhou, the latest project proposal is at a critical stage.”

The so-called project proposal was just a plan to counterattack Chongren Pharmacy, but publicly it’s referred to as a ’project proposal.’

Upon hearing this, Luo Xudong quickly turned and glanced at Beisitian before saying, ”Miss Bei, if you need help, come to me as soon as possible. As long as I have time, I will help you.”

Ma Jian Country twitched his mouth. It’s true throughout history that heroes couldn’t resist beauties. Even someone as picky as Mr. Zhou was swayed by this girl.

Luckily, their statuses were too different, and hearing that Beisitian was a widow, Mr. Zhou might just be having fun. But truly bringing her home? Firstly, he couldn’t marry someone from the countryside, and secondly, he couldn’t marry a widow.

Which man would want leftovers from another?

Thinking so, Ma Jian Country said no more, needing to rely on Zhou Jiren for this issue, he couldn’t let a woman ruin his interest.

With a glance from Luo Xudong, Ma Jian Country ’wisely’ left the study.

After he left, Beisitian retracted her pitiful look, smiled but remained silent, watching Luo Xudong.

This person seems quite adept at acting, cooperating well.

When Luo Xudong noticed Beisitian’s slightly teasing gaze, he cleared his throat, inwardly smiling wryly.

He wasn’t acting just now; Beisitian suddenly displayed that pose, catching him off guard, he truly stared blankly. However, with his sharp mind, he quickly responded by pretending to be ’bewitched’ and agreed.

But why did Beisitian suddenly make such an unprecedented expression?

Though they hadn’t interacted long, he noticed that Beisitian was a woman who didn’t like relying on others. Such a woman wouldn’t beg to this extent over a housing situation, especially since it wasn’t in dire need yet.

Luo Xudong always had a sense that Beisitian knew something, but he shouldn’t have revealed any flaws.

If anything were revealed, it was that unintentional staring. At most, it would make her think he had an interest in her, not his identity.

Whenever Luo Xudong pondered things, he’d become expressionless, leading to his reputation for indifference. Now, staring wordlessly at Beisitian, his deep gaze hinted at him thinking something unpleasant.

”If there’s nothing else, I’ll be leaving now.”

That gaze was too invasive, making Beisitian uneasy. After speaking, she turned and left promptly.

On the way back, Beisitian passed by the courtyard but hadn’t reached it when she saw a Hongqi car driving away from the gate.

”Comrade Xiao Bei, you’ve arrived!”

Li Xuejun was at the entrance after seeing someone off, and upon seeing Beisitian, his face broke into a smile.

”How’s the old man doing?” Beisitian asked.

”Very good, very good. Doctor Tao just came by and said the old leader’s pneumonia has healed!” Li Xuejun suddenly lowered his voice, ”The old leader didn’t attribute it to you, just said it healed on its own.”

Beisitian suddenly understood. It seemed the person in that car just now was Tao Hailin, the Mystic Doctor!