Chapter 130 Knowing
The situation was a classic case of a mantis stalking a cicada, unaware of the oriole behind. I am that mantis, and Liu Ergou is that oriole. The more the hospital director thought about it, the angrier he got.
Eventually, his anger turned into strength, supporting him as he climbed to his feet. Once up, the director swung his fists, ready to fight Liu Ergou. But just then, a ray of sunlight shone on Liu Ergou, causing the director to shrink his neck and subconsciously take several steps back.
It was because, in that ray of sunlight, the director got a clear look at Liu Ergou's muscular body. With a physique like that, he could probably kill me with one punch. At this thought, the director looked down at his own withered, out-of-shape frame and subconsciously swallowed.
Before the director could make a move, Liu Ergou scoffed and strode up to him. He then delivered two vicious slaps across the director's face.
Liu Ergou held back with those two slaps. If I had used my full strength, those two slaps probably would have broken his neck. But even with Liu Ergou holding back, the director couldn't take it. The two slaps made the world go dark for the director, and he collapsed to the ground, though he didn't pass out.
"Damn scumbag!" Liu Ergou cursed, looking down at the director on the ground.
Although Liu Ergou's voice wasn't loud, to the director, it was like a sudden clap of thunder, terrifying him so much that he didn't dare move an inch.
Qian Xiaoling saw all of this unfold. At that moment, Liu Ergou suddenly seemed incredibly tall, like a giant. Hiding behind him feels so reassuring.
Liu Ergou sneered at the motionless director and prepared to haul him up. The psychological trauma from the two slaps was indelible. The moment the director saw Liu Ergou about to strike again, he scrambled up from the ground and started begging for mercy.
"Don't hit me, don't hit me!" he cried. "I know I was wrong! I'm guilty! I shouldn't have done such a filthy thing!
"Please, be the better man and spare me!"
But the director's words had no effect. Liu Ergou raised his fist, ready to punch him again. Seeing this, the director was terrified. This punch will be the end of me. It's over.
Overwhelmed by fear, the director couldn't take it anymore. He hastily prostrated himself on the ground and shouted, "Don't do it!
"As long as you don't hit me, we can talk about anything! I can even be your underling!"
Just as the director shouted this, Liu Ergou's fist descended. The director despaired as he watched it fall, but it stopped just inches from his face. Liu Ergou appeared deep in thought, muttering to himself. My underling?
Come to think of it, that's not a bad idea. This hospital is the biggest and best in town. Its level of professional care isn't just on par with the county hospital; it's even a bit better. That's why many people from the county come to this town for treatment, which makes the position of director here quite valuable.
With that, Liu Ergou began to waver. However, he wouldn't agree just yet. After all, Qian Xiaoling is the victim in all this. Her opinion is what matters. He turned his head to look at her. "Xiaoling, what do you think?" he asked.
Qian Xiaoling glanced at the director lying on the ground. She blinked and, after a moment's thought, made her decision. "I think we could agree to it!"
After all, we don't have any concrete evidence. Even if we called the police now, we could only report it as an attempted crime. At most, he'd be detained for a couple of days. As the director of the town's hospital, he undoubtedly has connections. He'd probably be in and out in no time. Once he's out, if he's timid, he might let it go. But if he's bold, he could cause us endless trouble. It's better to keep him under our thumb and use him for greater advantages later.
Hearing Qian Xiaoling's decision, Liu Ergou didn't hesitate and nodded immediately. "Okay, we'll do it your way!" With that, he looked down at the director sprawling on the ground.
Just as Liu Ergou was about to speak, he caught a glimpse of venomous malice in the director's eyes. He instantly realized something. If I don't keep some leverage over this old bastard, he'll definitely come after me with a vengeance.
This thought gave Liu Ergou a headache. Things have suddenly gotten complicated. This is not pleasant at all.
As Liu Ergou's head throbbed, he suddenly noticed a small ornament on the table out of the corner of his eye. A tiny red light flashed from within it.
The moment he saw the red light, Liu Ergou understood. He picked up the ornament from the table and crushed it in his hand, revealing a hidden camera inside.
A smirk spread across Liu Ergou's face at the sight of the camera. He then waved it in front of the director's eyes.
"Tsk, tsk. In all my life, this is the first time I've seen someone leave behind evidence of their own crime," Liu Ergou said mockingly.
The director froze the moment he saw the hidden camera. He never anticipated it would be discovered. Cold sweat instantly beaded on his forehead.
The director hurriedly began pledging his loyalty. "You can rest assured!
"Whatever you say goes! I'll never dare to disagree. I'll do whatever you ask!"
Liu Ergou looked at the director's groveling demeanor but said nothing. As things stand, my only real problem is the medical practice license, but someone's already handling that for me. He thought for a moment and a second issue came to mind. Once the clinic in Fengzhu Village is built, who will the higher-ups send to run it?
With this in mind, Liu Ergou spoke up. "Hey, I've got a question for you.
"Do you know about the new health clinic being built in Fengzhu Village?"
The director was stunned by the sudden question but then nodded vigorously. "Yes, yes, I know!
"I'm very familiar with that matter. The nurses being assigned there are being transferred from our hospital!"