Chapter Thirty-Four: Everyone Wants a Share of the Benefits

  Looking at Jiang Minghao being supported by two bodyguards as he walked out of the room, his expression relaxed a lot. Han Ankang also felt that it was worth taking action. For a doctor, perhaps this is the happiest and most satisfying moment.

  As for the old generals who saw Han Ankang treating illnesses for the first time, they were amazed that he could solve the problem of removing blood clots with just a needle knife and a few silver needles, which would normally require a medical team in a hospital to perform. They also marveled at Han Ankang's exceptional medical skills.

  Han Ankang hadn't eaten yet, and it wasn't good to disturb the old generals for too long. He quickly went back downstairs to continue chatting and drinking tea. Until Han Ankang finished eating, he came down to accompany these old men to chat about some family affairs, telling them that they could start treatment tomorrow. Seeing that it was getting late, the old generals also left here to rest in their respective residences.

  Han Ankang was unaware that the news of his miraculous medical skills had spread rapidly among the high-ranking officials in Northeast China. Many high-ranking officials with sick family members undoubtedly hoped to have Han Ankang treat them. Even some retired cadres from Jilin Province wanted to move into this military sanatorium, which still had vacancies.

  It was clear that Han Ankang had been invited by Provincial Governor Zhao Chenghao, and the old cadres thought of a way to get him to take a look at their family members or themselves. As for the provincial medical experts who usually took care of them, they were all thrown aside in the face of the "divine doctor". It seemed that everyone felt that as long as Han Ankang was invited, he would be able to cure any illness with his hands.

  Zhao Chenghao, who received the call from these old comrades, didn't expect the news to spread so quickly. After some thought, he figured that perhaps too many people were paying attention to his father's illness. Upon learning that Han Ankang had intervened and pulled Zhao Hu back from the brink of death, it was only natural for them to be shocked and curious!

  For these retired veteran cadres, although the power in their hands is not as much as when they were in office, there are still many old subordinates and colleagues in J province. Even the No. 1 of J province specially invited Zhao Chenghao to his office to ask if he could increase a few more places for the military region's retirement home. For this kind of problem, No. 1 can also contact the garrison.

  The sanatorium where Zhao Hu entered was the Northeast Military Region's sanatorium, and although it was located in Jilin Province, its level was directly under the jurisdiction of the military region. In a sense, he had no right to assign anything. Moreover, this matter may be related to whether it would delay Zhao Hu's illness, and he didn't dare make any decisions easily as the number one person.

  So let Zhao Chenghao, this son, go and mention it to General Zhao Hu, I believe the effect will be better.

  Seeing the provincial party committee number one couldn't sit still and came forward to speak, Zhao Chenghao could only helplessly say that he would mention this matter to his father. As for whether the military region is willing or not, it also needs to see the intention of the military side to vacate a few positions. After all, the military and local retirement homes are still not directly affiliated with each other.

  After leaving the office of Provincial Party Committee No. 1, Zhao Chenghao drove to the military region's sanatorium and told Zhao Hu about the situation. Facing this situation, the phone calls made to Zhao Chenghao's office, Zhao Hu also knew that entering the Houmen was like entering a deep sea. If things go wrong, it would be easy for his son to make enemies in his future official career.

  Don't look at these old cadres who have retired to the second line, but their influence will not easily disappear as long as they are still alive. Moreover, it is not a wartime era now, and the military's influence is not as strong as before. If local authorities really set their minds on making things difficult for the military, it would be relatively easy.

  Facing such a situation, Zhao Hu also sighed: "A group of old guys, seeing that I am now safe and sound, can't sit still. Want to come over and bask in the glory, is there such an easy thing? This matter, you drag it first, I'll ask about Xiao Han's intention first. Also, you can suggest to your provincial party committee to show some sincerity to the military region first.

  All these years, your government has been shouting that there are not enough positions to be arranged for our retired military officers. Then let them take out some more placement indicators, and I'll tell Xiao Tie to give the Military Commission a call. Receiving a few local old cadres is just waiting for me to ask about Xiao Han's opinion first.

  Don't say things too absolutely, anyway, you can push this matter as far as possible. Last time when Xiao Han treated my illness, you also saw it. He was alone, no matter how powerful he was, he couldn't save that many people. Some old guys with minor illnesses, just let them not make a fuss. As long as I, Zhao Hu, am still alive for one day, they can't stir up big waves yet."

  They know how to stick together when there are benefits, but when it's time to make an effort, they run away one by one. Zhao Hu is also very dissatisfied with the current officialdom. Moreover, he understands that compared to these old soldiers who can face life and death calmly, those old cadres who came from the political arena hope to live as long as possible. This is also closely related to the emphasis on respecting teachers and morality in Chinese culture!

  As long as a high-ranking official retires, he will not die for one day. Those officials who have been promoted with his help cannot refuse his proposal at will. If they refuse the old cadre who has helped them, others will think that you are not a good person and lose points in front of the high-level leaders. The relationship network is undoubtedly an existence that all Chinese military and political officials cannot avoid.

  After getting his father's reply, Zhao Chenghao quickly returned to the office and went to Office No. 1 on purpose to convey his father's meaning. Upon hearing that Old General Zhao Hu was somewhat dissatisfied with the government's reception of retired military officers in recent years, he also knew that he had to show some attitude. Otherwise, if he really angered this old general, this No. 1 would not be able to eat and walk around.

  Even the several generals of the current Military Commission, when they come to Northeast China to inspect military affairs, will make a special trip to visit Zhao Hu. How dare these provincial-level officials underestimate his prestige?

  Moreover, although Zhao Hu has stepped down, his prestige in the Northeast Military Region is unmatched, and the officers and generals he promoted are all over the Northeast Military Region. If this Tiger General speaks out, the bigwigs of several provinces under the jurisdiction of the Northeast Military Region will probably not have a good day.

  When the Jizhou government was considering taking out some sincerity to appease the grievances of the military bigwigs, it happened that Zhao Hu had to make another medical visit. Zhao Hu did not conceal this and mentioned the situation to Han Ankang along the way.

  Learning that something like this happened again in South Korea, Han Ankang quickly spoke up. Healing the sick is a doctor's duty, but he can't do it alone and not all illnesses are curable. If those old cadres believe in him, they might as well bring their medical records over first, and he'll make a decision after taking a look.

  In addition, his current top priority is to help Zhao Hu resolve the hidden dangers in his body. Some diseases that require the use of yuanqi to treat, he can only temporarily say sorry. Also, he does not want this incident to lead to any future events where people are oppressed by power. Anyone who makes him feel this kind of pressure, he would rather die than lend a hand to cure and save people.

  Looking at Han Ankang's calm face, there was a strong military-like expression. Zhao Hu knew that this request was indeed somewhat difficult for people to accept. But in these times, once you have some power and influence, you think you're superior to others, and can arbitrarily wield the power granted by the state, forcing others to serve them.

  Now that we've encountered a doctor like Han Ankang who is soft on the outside but hard on the inside, those guys will be at a disadvantage if they still want to use their old tricks! However, this time I owe Han Ankang one, and Zhao Hu also considers whether it's possible to suggest to the military to give Han Ankang a special medical consultant identity. With this title, whoever wants to find trouble with Han Ankang in the future will have to consider the consequences of offending the military.

  However, Zhao Hu didn't want to bring this up now, fearing that Han Ankang would think it was a way of currying favor with him. In fact, wanting to give Han Ankang such an identity also had some personal motives behind it. As the saying goes, "talent is hard to come by", and Han Ankang already possessed such medical skills at such a young age. If he could still maintain this kind of benevolent heart as a doctor in the future, who could guarantee how far his medical skills would progress?

  In a sense, having a skilled doctor like him is an extra insurance policy for any elderly person in such a high position. Who can guarantee that there won't be any accidents in the future? If there are doctors like Han Ankang who possess extraordinary medical skills, it's worth fighting for every minute of clear-headedness, which is precious for their families!

  Zhao Hu looked at Han Ankang, who had just thrown off his slight discomfort earlier, and devoted himself to the treatment process. Compared to the previous treatment, Han Ankang was exhausted to the point of fainting. This time, the situation was slightly better, but the pale face and drenched body also made it clear to those watching this spiral treatment that this surgery was equally daunting for Han Ankang!

  Fortunately, Han Kang was clear-headed and after a few more times of dissolving the bullet head, he should be able to remove it. He gave Gu Heng a prescription for Chinese medicine to help him recover, and had Gu Heng personally select the herbs and decoct them for Zhao Hu to drink. Three days later, they would assess Zhao Hu's recovery and decide whether to perform a third treatment.

  After completing today's most exhausting surgery, Han Ankang quickly returned to his own room, meditating to recover his depleted energy. After he left, Zhao Hu looked at Liu Gang, who was sitting beside the patient, and said: "Bookworm, what do you think about submitting a report to the higher-ups and arranging for Little Han to have a military medical expert team member identity?"

  Liu Gang also knew what Zhao Hu was getting at when he heard this, and smiled: "This is of course good, but I think Little Han shouldn't like being restricted, right? The more I get in touch with him these days, the more I like him. If we can really recruit him into the team, even if it's just a title, it would be hard to come by! However, this report still needs you to take action, and our knocking on the edge of the drum is still possible.

  To be honest with you, I've already called my daughter over and plan to let her try to get along with Little Han. Let's see if that silly girl of mine has the good fortune to hit it off with this young man. This kind of top-notch son-in-law is someone you need to snatch up quickly! Hehe!"

  Listening to his own most wanting to do a favor for the military, this 'old sly' partner, however, is preparing to catch everyone in one net. Zhao Hu also really admires this old partner, who is indeed deeply thoughtful and far-sighted. But he can only be envious, who made him not have a granddaughter as big as Han Ankang's?