Chapter 260: Chapter 249: Tit for Tat
"I’m afraid someone lacks the capability, trying to do good but causing trouble, not that it hasn’t happened before!" Chen Feng retorted coldly, casting a sidelong glance at Liang Tianze.
The atmosphere in the meeting room was as usual because they were all accustomed to the confrontations between Liang Tianze and Chen Feng. Privately, they often said that Chen Feng and Liang Tianze must have been mortal enemies in their past lives. It would be astonishing if they ever agreed with each other’s proposals.
However, while others could remain composed, Sun Yifei, the dean, had a headache because these two always ended up in his office with their disagreements.
The headache was even more intense given that both of them had good reputations and character. Whether considering the essence of the incidents or their intentions, there was nothing to criticize. Yet, they frequently caused disputes, which was a constant source of frustration for Sun Yifei.
Fortunately, Sun Yifei always managed to handle the conflicts well. This time, he sided with Liang Tianze; next time, he would lean towards Chen Feng. Over the years, despite their disputes, nothing significant arose.
But this matter was weightier than previous issues. From the start, Sun Yifei tipped the scales in favor of Liang Tianze, considering the project’s potential success would benefit not only Liang Tianze and the First Affiliated Hospital of Yan University but also offer him, Sun Yifei, a chance to shine. Moreover, this case was a world-first and might trigger revolutionary development in a certain medical field. How could Sun Yifei not savor such an opportunity?
"Director Chen, that’s your fault. Vice Director Liang has handled this matter quite perfectly, forming this research project considering the patient’s family background and their inability to afford substantial medical expenses!" As soon as Sun Yifei spoke, he leaned towards Liang Tianze, aware of the tremendous benefits this issue could bring to the First Affiliated Hospital of Yan University.
"Furthermore, I have great confidence in our hospital’s team. We’ve even invited Professor Wang Fuming. Does Director Chen have anyone better to suggest?" As the dean, Sun Yifei naturally had his sources. News of Chen Feng and Liang Tianze’s conflict on the 19th floor of the inpatient department reached Sun Yifei within minutes.
Chen Feng could tell that Sun Yifei had completely sided with Liang Tianze. After all, forming a research project involved more than just Liang Tianze—it was a group effort. Even if Chen Feng believed he was on par with Liang Tianze in terms of importance, he couldn’t compete on this issue. However, recalling that night’s treatment method on Dan Qing by Xiao Lin with the Divine Needle, he paused and said, "Dean, you’re right. I also have great confidence in our hospital’s team, and Professor Wang Fuming certainly is an expert in nephrology nationwide. Since that’s the case, I have a candidate who could join this expert group, absolutely enhancing the project’s value and increasing the chances of curing the patient!"
"Oh, who’s the master you’re recommending, Director Chen? The person recommended by Director Chen must be excellent!" Sun Yifei was adaptable and considering Chen Feng’s status, anyone he recommended couldn’t be lacking. Since Chen Feng wasn’t blocking this issue, everything else was negotiable. He then turned to Liang Tianze, "Vice Director Liang, what do you think?"
Liang Tianze, having finally gained an upper hand over Chen Feng in the meeting, was naturally unwilling to concede and said, "I know more people mean more strength, but a successful team requires unity!" The implication was clear; Chen Feng’s suggestion to bring someone in was just to cause trouble.
But Sun Yifei had his thoughts. Since there was no open objection and Chen Feng’s suggestion was not untenable, considering Chen Feng’s status, how bad could his recommended person be? Most importantly, having already dismissed Chen Feng’s point earlier, he’d go along with this proposal, feigning ignorance to say, "Hmm, Vice Director Liang is right. A united team is a strong team. Director Chen, just like that. By the way, which esteemed doctor are you recommending? I still don’t know!"
Chen Feng smiled slightly. From the start, he knew it was impossible to stop Liang Tianze. Besides, to be fair, Liang Tianze’s approach was indeed reasonable, especially since he not only mobilized hospital resources but also brought in external support, showing his determination to tackle Dan Qing’s condition. Thus, taking an alternative route, Xiao Lin was brought into the expert group.
"The dean should know this person. It’s Dr. Xiao who saved that woman named Dan Qing two days ago, and he’s also a new emergency physician at Yanshi University Hospital. Had we followed the prescription given by Vice Director Liang, this research project might have ended without success. So, for the hospital’s honor, I asked him to intervene once more!" Chen Feng dropped a bombshell at this point. What he said wasn’t unfounded, though not entirely accurate. Using the prescription from Vice Director Liang, Dan Qing’s condition did worsen, but it wasn’t to the point of no return. With Liang Tianze’s medical skills, he certainly would have figured out a way to handle such an emergency, preventing Dan Qing’s immediate death.
The fact is, though, Dan Qing’s condition did deteriorate due to the prescription from Vice Director Liang.
Liang Tianze was so furious he almost couldn’t speak, wanting to refute but finding no ground to stand on.
Sun Yifei, slightly stunned, glanced at Chen Feng with disbelief, even casting a puzzled look at Liang Tianze. He indeed heard of the incident from two days ago, and the rumored version matched what Chen Feng said. However, Sun Yifei considered it mere rumors, believing the situation wasn’t as severe. When he saw Liang Tianze, who rarely didn’t argue back, Sun Yifei understood.
"Hmm, very well, then. With such a talented individual, why not recruit him to our hospital? If he indeed possesses such skills, let’s transfer him to our hospital directly!" Sun Yifei promised Chen Feng.
Chen Feng chuckled bitterly. It wasn’t as though he hadn’t invited Xiao Lin, but Xiao Lin wasn’t interested in the First Affiliated Hospital. Even the Elder Chen in his own family, who esteemed Xiao Lin highly, and was engaged to Xia Xue from the Xia Family, with Yanjing Municipal Committee Secretary Hua Muyun personally attending their engagement—would he care about joining the First Affiliated Hospital?
These Chen Feng didn’t mention, merely nodding in acknowledgment, saying, "Well, I’ll thank the dean on behalf of Dr. Xiao!"
"Great, I’ll be waiting for your good news then!" Sun Yifei concluded, then scanned the room, saying, "Are there any other agenda items? If not, let’s adjourn!"
Seeing neither of them objecting at the moment, Sun Yifei waved his hand, announcing: Meeting adjourned! (To be continued. If you like this work, you’re welcome to visit Qidian () to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)