NOVEL NEXT chapter 32
32: The Effortless Surgery
He Jingao’s surgery was extremely smooth and successful.
In less than half an hour, Li Hua completed the surgery, and all that remained was for He Jingao to rest and recuperate alone.
This gave Wu Liang a new appreciation for Li Hua’s medical skills, which were top-notch even among world-class physicians.
He Feng and He Xue, upon learning that He Jingao was safe and sound, finally felt the weight lifted from their hearts.
Especially He Feng, who kept holding Li Hua’s hand, continuously expressing his gratitude.
“I’ve only done what I should as a doctor. If you really want to thank someone, thank the person who called me back from Colombia.”
Li Hua removed his mask and smiled faintly, feeling the sincere gratitude emanating from He Feng’s heart.
As a doctor, he had witnessed countless partings between life and death, so he disliked sadness and farewells.
But the lives he could save were limited; he could only do his best to save every life in his hands.
“Li Hua, you’ve worked hard. I couldn’t even give you time to rest.”
Wu Liang approached Li Hua and patted his shoulder.
However, his gaze was not on Li Hua but on He Jingao, who was still asleep in the operating room.
With Li Hua at the helm, he could rest assured about He Jingao’s life, but as for He Jingao’s future…
“Don’t worry, this elder’s body is now very robust, living to a hundred years old wouldn’t be a problem.”
“I know what you’re worried about, but you should also know who I am. Any life that I’ve saved will not be easily taken by the grim reaper again.”
Li Hua saw Wu Liang’s concern and knew what he was worried about.
Most cancer surgeries fail to completely remove the cancerous cells from the patient’s body.
Even if the surgery is successful, the patient can only survive for a year or two afterward.
But he could nip the cancerous cells in the bud, eliminating the possibility of cancer spreading from its roots.
“You’re still as confident as ever.”
Seeing Li Hua’s confident expression, Wu Liang also felt much more at ease, punching him lightly in the chest as he laughed.
Li Hua had become the pinnacle of medical strength in this game in the later stages.
Since Li Hua said so, there was nothing more for him to worry about.
“I still have many things I want to ask you.”
Li Hua shook his head with a hint of helplessness. Wu Liang had changed too much.
So much so that he could hardly recognize him, but the current Wu Liang was indeed very reassuring.
If the brat’s father knew what Wu Liang looks like now, he surely wouldn’t ignore him anymore.
“Let’s talk about these matters after you return, my dear Dr. Li.”
Wu Liang pulled out an invitation from his pocket and handed it to Li Hua, knowing full well how much Li Hua had given up to come back this time.
Li Hua had been preparing for the international paper competition for years, and it absolutely could not be ruined because of his personal reasons.
“This… this is…”
Li Hua was momentarily stunned upon seeing the black-sealed letter in Wu Liang’s hand.
When he opened the letter and saw the stamp of the International Medical Organization, Li Hua’s eyes widened in shock as he turned to look at Wu Liang.
“I can’t let our ace physician miss the lecture he’s been longing for.”
“While I can’t delay the start of the lecture for you, it’s easy for me to have you join midway as a special invited guest.”
Wu Liang handed over the card that symbolized identity to Li Hua.
Ever since he learned that Li Hua had returned to Yanghai City after turning down the competition lecture he had prepared for years, he had someone handle this matter with the International Medical Organization.
Although Wu Liang couldn’t postpone the lecture competition, he was able to arrange for Li Hua to join the closed competition as a top scholar.
“Wu Liang… you didn’t have to go to such lengths…”
Li Hua gripped the identity card in his hand, helplessly speaking, fully aware of the card’s weight.
You see, that lecture competition is completely closed off; once it begins, no one is allowed to enter the venue again.
If a physician fails to make it on time, they would have to wait another five years. Even if he has a significant influence in the medical world, he has no right to join that academic debate mid-way.
“It’s because of me that you returned to Yanghai City, and I know what this competition means to you.”
“So I can’t let you miss this opportunity for nothing, otherwise, my old man would know, and that guy would probably curse me to death.”
Wu Liang patted Li Hua’s shoulder and spoke solemnly; he couldn’t let Li Hua lose this chance.
Because he clearly remembered that it was at this lecture where Li Hua shone brilliantly, leaping to become one of the most influential physicians in the history of medicine, both domestically and internationally.
“If your father saw how much you’ve changed, he’d be so surprised he wouldn’t be able to speak.”
“He might even doubt whether you’re really his son, never imagining that the former rascal Wu Liang has completely disappeared.”
Li Hua revealed a bittersweet smile.
The transformation of Wu Liang was so astonishing that the gentleman before him was hard to associate with the ruffian Wu Liang.
“Dr. Li Hua, you should rest now. My private plane will depart promptly at six o’clock tomorrow morning.”
“I know you have many questions about the current me, but if we were to explain, it’s not something that can be done in a short while.”
Wu Liang gestured to Yao Shi who was nearby.
But upon seeing Yao Shi’s somewhat pale complexion, he grew puzzled.
Yao Shi’s complexion didn’t look good, and he had heard some exchange between Yao Shi and He Xue just now.
What did these two talk about in his absence? Why does Yao Shi look so unwell?
“Alright, then I’m looking forward to our next meeting.”
“I’ll come back to find you right after the lecture ends. You’ll have to explain to me how you came to your realization.”
Li Hua stretched lazily, a smile full of mirth as he looked at Wu Liang.
The former little rascal had grown up, but it seems his penchant for pranks hasn’t changed.
You say you’re 17, an adult, yet you fancy wearing such bizarre chicken headgear.
“The Wu family always welcomes Dr. Li Hua as a guest.”
Wu Liang smiled amiably, his second objective also achieved.
Gaining Li Hua’s approval was undoubtedly of great benefit to him.
After all, Li Hua and his father had a very good relationship. In future conversations with his father, Dr. Li Hua would be his best ally…
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