Urban Super Medical Saint

"Yes, yes, you're right. I really should have kept my mouth shut, and from now on, I definitely won't act that way anymore." Liang Zhen truly experienced today the consequences her snobbish attitude had brought upon herself. Fortunately, Ge Dongxu ultimately spoke up for her son on account of her husband and son's sakes, otherwise, her son's future would have been ruined because of her big mouth, which is why Liang Zhen kept nodding and admitting her faults as soon as she heard what was said.

Afterward, Liang Zhen specifically offered Xu Suya and Ge Shengming a formal apology, which took Xu Suya and Ge Shengming somewhat aback as they were not used to such manners, but deep down they felt quite gratified.

After apologizing to Xu Suya and Ge Shengming, Liang Zhen also made a point of pouring a cup of tea for Ge Dongxu's paternal grandparents with great respect.

There was no choice, with someone as influential as Ge Dongxu around, Liang Zhen was well aware that if she dared to show disrespect to the elderly couple, her family could forget about asking him for favors in the future.

Thanks to Liang Zhen's sincere attitude in admitting her mistake, the family quickly resumed their jolly atmosphere, chatting and laughing together.
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During this time, the elders couldn't help but inquire curiously about how Ge Dongxu came to know Zuo Le.

"Actually, there's nothing much to it. I just lent Zuo Le a hand by chance one time," Ge Dongxu scratched his head, seeming rather embarrassed as he replied.

The aunts were all the type who couldn't keep their mouths shut, and since he was a younger family member and also relatively young, even if he warned them not to go around spreading rumors, there was no guarantee they could contain themselves. So, he simply stuck with his original, vague and general answer.

Times had changed, and Ge Dongxu's standing in the Xu Family was now quite exceptional. Seeing that he genuinely didn't wish to discuss it, and considering that the matter also involved Chief Zuo, they were also worried that there might be some secret that was inconvenient to disclose. Therefore, no one pressed further, except for Ge Shengming and his wife, who glared at their son sternly in private, their intentions clear as day. You're still keeping secrets from us? Just wait, we'll deal with you once we get home.

Thus, the matter ended up being pushed aside, which greatly relieved Ge Dongxu. As for his parents, he knew he couldn't keep it hidden from them. If they asked him about it when they got home, he would certainly have to come clean.

However, contrary to Ge Dongxu's expectations, upon returning home, his parents didn't mention a word about Zuo Le, which made Ge Dongxu feel rather awkward. Finally, before dinner, he took the initiative to say, "Dad, Mom, why didn't you ask me about Zuo Le's matter?"

"My son has grown up; he should have his own secrets. As long as we know you wouldn't do anything bad, that's enough," Xu Suya said while patting Ge Dongxu's head.

"Heh, I'm your son, what secrets could I possibly have? I was mainly concerned about the aunts' gossiping, hence the lack of details. But there are no secrets between us. Anything I can say to them, I can say to you." Ge Dongxu laughed and then briefly mentioned Zuo Le's situation, of course skimming over many details and presenting it lightly, to prevent alarming his parents.

After all, his parents were just ordinary folks.

"You did the right thing. Although your master instructed you to keep a low profile and not draw attention, good officials like Chief Zuo, who are unnoticed, may be passed by, but since we're aware of him, we must lend a helping hand when needed. And the fact that you didn't make a fuss afterwards puts our minds at ease. In the future, as long as you're confident in your actions, your parents won't pry, and you don't have to explain things to us specially," Ge Shengming and his wife said with heartfelt approval, finally fully realizing that their son had grown up, was stable and calm like an adult, and no longer needed their concern.

"Thank you, I feel truly blessed to have both of you!" Ge Dongxu said, deeply moved by his parents' understanding and support.

"You silly boy!" Xu Suya said with teary eyes as she stroked Ge Dongxu's head, while Ge Shengming stealthily turned his face away and pinched his nose.

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Time spent with parents at home passed quickly, and soon it was already the tenth day of the first lunar month.

On this day, the eldest uncle's family brought some gifts and made a special trip to their house. The aunt had even bought Xu Suya a jade bracelet, which was something unimaginable in previous years.

This year, the aunt's unusual behavior indeed made the Ge Shengming couple feel unexpectedly honored.

Besides bringing gifts, Liang Zhen also busied herself helping Xu Suya in the kitchen, and no matter how much Xu Suya tried to dissuade her, she wouldn't leave.

Of course, there are few acts of love without reason, and few instances of enthusiasm without cause. Liang Zhen's warmth came naturally because she pinned her hopes on Ge Dongxu, considering her son had entered the Public Security Bureau. She also knew that Zuo Le's respectful attitude towards Dongxu meant that a word from Dongxu might weigh more than a hundred acts by her son. Not only her son, but including herself and Xu Zheming, could be within the influence of Zuo Le, a standing committee member of the county party committee. If she could build a good relationship with Dongxu, it would naturally be convenient to ask for his help in the future.

Especially since Xu Zheming was a long-time employee of the Transportation Bureau, having worked hard and honestly for most of his life, and was still just an ordinary employee, Liang Zhen naturally felt a bit discontented. Now that she had such an exceptional nephew, of course she wanted to cultivate a good relationship.

"Dongxu, speaking of it, I really feel ashamed as your eldest uncle! All these years, I've been suppressed by your aunt. Now, thanks to your blessing, I've finally become my own master," said Xu Zheming as he watched Liang Zhen and Xu Suya bustling about the kitchen, and he looked at Ge Dongxu with deep emotion.

"Eldest uncle is just being considerate of family harmony and doesn't want to argue with the aunt; otherwise, how could she have the upper hand over you?" Ge Dongxu said.

"Haha, that's right, that's right. You, my boy, have the gift of gab!" The eldest uncle beamed at Ge Dongxu's words, feeling his backbone straighten quite a bit.

"It's not that I have the gift of gab, it's just the truth. You are my uncle, and how could I not understand your nature? You are just being accommodating!" Ge Dongxu said with a chuckle, complimenting him again.

"Haha, alright, alright, no need to flatter your uncle anymore. If you keep it up, I'm going to blush. Actually, sometimes your aunt is right too. I'm just like this; sometimes I can't even muster a fart for half a day. Like giving gifts to our bureau chief, I'm really not cut out for that sort of thing," Xu Zheming said.

"Life is very short, uncle, don't force yourself too much. If you think something is right, go for it. If you think it's wrong, at your age, why bother changing your principles of life and live with regrets?" Ge Dongxu said earnestly.

Upon hearing this, Xu Zheming looked at Ge Dongxu, stunned, then gave him a hearty pat on the shoulder and said nothing.

On that day, Xu Zheming's mood was exceptionally good, and he drank quite a bit of alcohol. It was unclear whether it was because his son had found a good job or because of Ge Dongxu's earlier words that made him feel like he had found a kindred spirit, or perhaps it was both.

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