From Evil Sect Leader to Doctor-Chapter 268 - 244: An Unexpected Appointment

Every time Tang Tianyi thinks of this matter, his teeth itch with hatred: "It's much better, but it still hurts in rainy weather. Xu Chunliang, I won't let him off!"

Tang Jinglun said, "Don't go stirring trouble again. Tomorrow your dad is going to Dongzhou to sign the contract. Starting tomorrow, Changxing and us will be one family."

Tang Tianyi exclaimed in surprise, "Uncle, does that mean that starting tomorrow, Changxing Hospital will belong to our family?"

Tang Jinglun sighed at his foolishness for not understanding what a joint-stock system entails. What does it mean to be yours? Even if Huayuan successfully acquires it, it belongs to all the directors. He nodded and said, "You could say that."

Tang Tianyi said, "I have to tell my dad to fire Xu Chunliang. I've always said, a gentleman waits ten years for revenge." 𝘧𝑟𝑒𝑒𝘸𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝓁.𝘤𝘰𝓂

Tang Jinglun said, "He's officially employed; it seems your dad doesn't have that authority either."

Tang Tianyi gritted his teeth and said, "The hospital is ours, isn't it up to me? Damn it, firing him would be too easy. I want to torment him to the point where he begs to live and die!"

Tang Jinglun patted his shoulder and said, "Hatred doesn't have to be spoken aloud."

The workers' congress at Changxing Hospital went smoothly, with the public hospital reform proposal passing easily, as did the equity distribution plan and the second phase of Changxing Hospital's construction.

Secretary Chen Xing'an didn't attend due to illness; actually, his health was fine and attending, even chairing the meeting, wouldn't be an issue, but he didn't want to go and witness his defeat again.

Zhao Feiyang indeed resigned from his public position, and the city approved and supported his decision. In the future, Zhao Feiyang will continue as the dean of Changxing Hospital and will reportedly also serve as the general manager and legal representative of Dongzhou Huanyan Medical Management Co., Ltd.

Zhao Feiyang's success further confirmed Chen Xing'an's failure, as Chen Xing'an even believed he facilitated Zhao Feiyang's success by helping him break free from the final constraint, allowing him to soar.

Most of the directors and deputy directors who protested later acknowledged their mistakes after talking with the working group. They stated they should not have been misled and will support the hospital's reform and continue working hard for Changxing's development.

The working group leaders specifically visited Chen Xing'an, assured of his recovery, and engaged in an in-depth conversation with him. Chen Xing'an decided to resign from his position as secretary, as his health could no longer bear such heavy work.

When asked by the working group for his opinion on a successor, Chen Xing'an recommended Gao Xinhua for these reasons.

Comrade Gao Xinhua has long served in a leadership role at Changxing, diligently and responsibly, and it's believed he can coordinate relationships with the Huayuan Group and protect the employee's interests for some time.

Chen Xing'an initially thought his opinion wouldn't matter; Zhao Feiyang didn't need someone like Gao Xinhua as secretary. But unexpectedly, shortly after the congress, the higher-ups announced Chen Xing'an's resignation due to illness and appointment of Gao Xinhua as secretary.

Gao Xinhua never expected the higher-ups to let him become secretary. When the organization talked to him, he thought it was still about the protest issue, unexpectedly, it was about this.

Gao Xinhua is fifty-three years old and always thought his career would plateau at the deputy level, but the higher-ups raised him half a level, turning deputy to full position.

The organization clearly told Gao Xinhua that Changxing's reform is a pilot in Dongzhou, with all level leaders placing great importance on this reform.

While Zhao Feiyang courageously takes on the heavy burden of reform, it also sparked considerable controversy. The organization sees Zhao Feiyang as still young, and his choice to resign from public office, although supported, raises caution. The reform of Changxing is very complex, far more than just public to private, involving many medical and staff interests.

The decision for Gao Xinhua to be secretary isn't just based on Chen Xing'an's recommendation; the organization already quietly assessed candidates and found Gao Xinhua most suitable, as he understands Changxing, works steadily, complements the enterprising Zhao Feiyang, and they previously had a good relationship, ensuring smooth cooperation without any issues. Other candidates would require a period of acclimatization.

Of course, the reason other candidates wouldn't want to come to Changxing is due to its complex situation in many eyes, making work challenging to initiate.

Gao Xinhua also had thoughts of leaving Changxing, but it seems he cannot go now. However, working as secretary will inevitably cause conflicts with Zhao Feiyang, leaving Gao Xinhua somewhat hesitant.

The organization understands his position, encouraging him to shoulder the task; Changxing needs someone to represent the employee's interests, a voice for the medical staff, which no one but him can provide.

The appointment of Gao Xinhua as Changxing's secretary came more suddenly than Chen Xing'an's resignation. Upon hearing the news, Zhao Feiyang sat silently in his office for over half an hour.

Just after resigning from public office, and resolving the problem with Chen Xing'an, the higher-ups unexpectedly promoted Gao Xinhua, leaving Zhao Feiyang puzzled at him being placed in this position.

Gao Xinhua's age has no advantage; previously a deputy level, it's typically difficult for someone at his age to get a promotion.

The city's leaders have one reason: their concern. They require a reliable party cadre to stabilize the situation.

Zhao Feiyang felt uncomfortable internally; while he and Gao Xinhua were never enemies, seeing a former subordinate become an equal partner felt unsettling. Especially as he no longer holds a public position, he represents Huayuan Group, while Gao Xinhua represents Changxing.

During the silent half hour, Zhao Feiyang kept thinking about future positioning between him and Gao Xinhua.

After careful consideration, Zhao Feiyang realized he should congratulate Gao Xinhua first, picking up the phone, scrolling to Gao Xinhua's directory, initially intending to call, but changed his mind.

Gao Xinhua becoming secretary means they're now on equal footing, calling might seem too informal, potentially interpreted as displeasure, so Zhao Feiyang decided to visit in person.

Knocking on the door of the Deputy Dean's office, Zhao Feiyang realized it's his first time actively visiting Gao Xinhua's office at Changxing Hospital; previously, every affair had been Gao Xinhua visiting him.

Upon seeing Zhao Feiyang enter, Gao Xinhua quickly rose to greet him: "Dean Zhao, how come you're here? You could've just called."

Zhao Feiyang smiled: "Brother Xinhua, I came specifically to congratulate you."

Gao Xinhua realized he knew about his appointment as secretary, even though the organization hasn't formally announced it yet. Gao Xinhua didn't need to deny it, and sighed: "The organization talked to me."

Zhao Feiyang said, "It's a good thing; we'll partner well. I'm delighted you're the secretary."

Gao Xinhua thought it might not be so easy; he felt conflicted about future interactions with Zhao Feiyang. Previously, he was Zhao's subordinate, unable to speak frankly about disagreements. Now, holding the same position, the higher-ups appointed him a secretary to safeguard Changxing's employees' interests, not to idle.

Gao Xinhua said, "Dean Zhao, I'll need your help with work moving forward."

Zhao Feiyang smiled: "It should be you helping me. I…" He wanted to say he resigned from his public position, but swallowed the words, pausing to say, "I'll celebrate with you tonight, are there other plans?"

Gao Xinhua said, "Not tonight, I need to go home; my wife hasn't been well the last couple of days."

"Is it bad? Should she come to the hospital for a check-up?"

Gao Xinhua smiled: "It's nothing, just an old stomachache. He lied; his wife was fine, he just didn't want to get too close to Zhao Feiyang until he's adapted to his new role and position. He needed to calmly consider how to proceed with work and manage the relationship with Zhao Feiyang.

Gao Xinhua asked Zhao Feiyang to temporarily keep quiet about the matter, since the organization hasn't officially issued the appointment letter yet, which should be next week procedurally.

Before leaving, Gao Xinhua specifically went to visit Tong Guangsheng, who was clamoring to be discharged; his condition was stable, no longer necessitating a hospital stay.

Gao Xinhua was entrusted by Hematology Director Yao Zemin to persuade Tong Guangsheng to quickly do the matching test, preferably contacting his son Shu Yuanhang.

Tong Guangsheng said, "You came at the right time; please tell Director Yao. I must be discharged; if I stay any longer, I'd suffocate before I die of illness."

Gao Xinhua said, "Do you know what patients doctors find most frustrating? It's those who don't cooperate in treatment."

"Come off it, doctors are most frustrated by those without money. If I had no money, I'd have been kicked out."

Gao Xinhua said, "Old Tong, I don't like that talk; it's an insult to our medical staff and an affront to our ethics."

Tong Guangsheng sighed: "Alright, I'm talking nonsense. Tell them I'm being discharged, I know my body, I'm as good as healthy now."

Gao Xinhua said: "Fine, I'll tell Director Yao, but you must agree to do the matching test first."

Tong Guangsheng said, "Why bother? So someone can transplant their marrow to me if matched up? I'm not that selfish."

Gao Xinhua said, "You're a medical ignoramus; you have no understanding. Today's medicine is so advanced, stem cell transplants can cure your illness without marrow transplant."

"I'm not sick!"

Gao Xinhua looked at Tong Guangsheng: "Old Tong, be honest with me—is it because of your son, that you don't want to owe him?"