Chapter 003

Zhang Haoran was transferred to work in Shangdu City, which surprised Chen Li as well. He had originally planned to leisurely enjoy the last two wonderful years on campus before considering other matters. However, if Luo Rongmin is still a person who is grateful and remembers the kindness his grandfather showed him back in the day, this might very well be his opportunity.

Qian Wanli, who resolutely left his position in a state-owned enterprise to enter the business world, naturally was not willing to sit idly by.

The group assault continued, and the young woman, still shaken, tightly held her crying child, trying to comfort and soothe him. She also looked for the young man who had intervened at a critical moment to stop the carjacker, only to see Chen Li, whose arms were drenched in blood, being carried into a Mercedes-Benz that sped away. Faintly, she heard mentions of the First People's Hospital of the city.

In the same urgent situation, Qian Wanli hoped to demonstrate his attitude through his efficiency and speed in handling matters, thereby winning Zhang Haoran's favor

Qian Wanli did not feel that he was qualified at this time to directly approach Luo Rongmin, a member of the municipal standing committee and the deputy mayor at the municipal level. During this period, he took advantage of the opportunity presented by Jinyuan International to participate in the solicitation of new planning proposals for the Shandong New District, and he was doing everything possible to establish a relationship with Zhang Haoran, who was also transferred to the position of deputy secretary-general of the municipal government. However, Zhang Haoran's enthusiasm towards Qian Wanli had always been quite lukewarm.

Zhang Haoran's urgency is still driven by the concern that Chen Li might encounter some unforeseen circumstances

Liao Jialiang's first reaction was to have his secretary personally make a trip to contact the on-duty leaders at the First People's Hospital to prepare emergency measures in advance. However, just as the secretary left, Liao Jialiang recalled the rumors about the upcoming government reshuffle and found it difficult to remain seated. He skipped lunch and immediately followed after, heading towards the First People's Hospital.

A few years ago, Luo Rongmin was already at the level of a department head. This time, returning to Shandong City, he should at least be a standing committee member, right

Qian Wanli aims to establish new connections in the city to extricate himself from the current predicament, but he also hopes that these new relationships will elevate the development of Jinyuan International to a new platform. Therefore, Luo Rongmin, who has just started working in the business city and appears to be still finding his footing, has become Qian Wanli's primary target.

At this moment, Zhang Haoran dared not show the slightest negligence. It was noon, and if he could not find the attending specialist, even if he revealed his title as the Deputy Secretary-General of the Municipal Government, it would be of no use.

"Secretary General Zhang, saving lives is a priority!" Qian Wanli glanced at Zhang Haoran, put away his smile, and said with an expression of urgency and concern on his face

In order to ensure that Chen Li receives the best treatment, Zhang Haoran, who has relatively weak connections locally, had no choice but to directly call the director of the municipal health bureau.

Qian Wanli was able to make a name for himself in the real estate industry of Shangdu City, and he had backing behind him. However, his support was suddenly transferred from the position of district chief of Jingshui District three months ago, which directly led to Jinyuan International losing its most crucial support

The bank loan, which was originally not a problem, is now poised to become a noose around the neck of Jinyuan International, while the sales of the new project are exceedingly bleak, leading to extremely poor cash flow.

In such places, it is extremely difficult for ordinary people to secure an appointment with a specialist, and waiting in line for a hospital bed has become the norm

Qian Wanli sat in the passenger seat, his heart already in turmoil. He was the head of Jinyuan International, a real estate company in Shangdu City, and was considered a well-dressed successful individual and billionaire in the city. However, the sales performance of the Ginkgo Flower Garden Phase I project in his hands was dismal, and the bank loan was about to mature. Once the cash flow was interrupted, the entire Jinyuan International would be plunged into a dire situation

What exactly did this fat man demand from Zhang Haoran, or what is his fixation on Luo Rongmin, who is behind Zhang Haoran?

He has had similar experiences; during the car accident years ago, if it had not been for Chen Li's father who decisively helped pay for the medical expenses and personally assisted him with the surgery, one of his legs might have been rendered useless, and he would not have achieved what he has today

Under the urging of Qian Wanli, the driver completely let loose, running through every red light without stopping.

Chen Li could see the urgency in the eyes of the fat man in the passenger seat through the rearview mirror, but he would not hastily inquire about Zhang Haoran's job transfer. Instead, he shifted the topic to discuss other matters.

At noon, it was discovered that Zhang Haoran did not have lunch with the inspection team, and Qian Wanli was also following in a car behind. Thinking it would be more convenient to understand Zhang Haoran's situation better in order to take action, he witnessed today's carjacking incident at the entrance of Zhongyuan University.

Qian Wanli did not know the exact relationship between Zhang Haoran and Chen Li, but the concern and anxiety displayed by Zhang Haoran were indeed genuine. Observing Chen Li's appearance and demeanor, along with the fact that the incident occurred at the entrance of Central Plains University, Qian Wanli speculated that if Chen Li was not a relative of Zhang Haoran's family, he was very likely the child of some leader.

At this moment, Zhang Haoran, accompanied by Chen Li, is heading to the First People's Hospital of Shangdu City, which is one of the top-tier tertiary hospitals in Zhongyuan Province

Chen Li grew up in a complex family environment, and his understanding of the current political landscape and society is far more mature than that of his peers. He glanced at the plump man sitting upright in the passenger seat, occasionally revealing concern, and from Zhang Haoran's indifferent attitude towards this man, he could somewhat understand that the plump man was eager to curry favor with the influential figure beside Luo Rongmin, Zhang Haoran

In Qian Wanli's Mercedes, the heavy smell of blood made Zhang Haoran quite uneasy, while Chen Li remained calm as usual

In recent years, Luo Rongmin has primarily worked in other provinces, with minimal involvement in the local political scene. Upon his return to Shangdu City, he has already demonstrated a remarkable ability to revitalize the city. As the newly appointed Executive Vice Mayor, there are widespread rumors that Luo Rongmin is likely to take charge of the municipal government during the upcoming leadership transition

He knows how to extricate himself from the current predicament, as long as he can find a stronger backing in the business city

Zhang Haoran was even more anxious than the injured Chen Li. Suddenly, he thought of something, took out his phone from his pocket, disregarding the bloodstains on his hands that might dirty his white shirt, and directly found the contact to make a call: "Hello, Director Liao, yes, this is Zhang Haoran. A friend of mine has sustained some injuries. Yes, we are on our way to the First People's Hospital. It can be considered a car accident, somewhat serious, the injury is to the arm. I would appreciate your assistance in contacting someone regarding this matter... Alright, thank you, Director Liao." Yes, we are on our way to the First People's Hospital. It can be considered a car accident, somewhat serious, the injury is to the arm. I would appreciate your assistance in contacting someone regarding this matter... Alright, thank you, Director Liao.

Although he had held a driver's license for some time, Zhang Haoran had rarely had the opportunity to drive in recent years. Additionally, as he was new to the business city and unfamiliar with the roads, despite his dislike for Qian Wanli's scheming tendency to follow closely behind him, it was more urgent to first take Chen Li to the hospital.

"Mr. Qian?" Zhang Haoran was taken aback upon seeing the middle-aged, plump man whose expression seemed concerned, yet there was a hint of a smile at the corners of his eyes. He did not expect to encounter Qian Wanli, the chairman of Jinyuan International, here. However, he quickly realized that Qian Wanli must have been following him the entire time today; he had simply been preoccupied with other thoughts and had not noticed the Mercedes-Benz sedan trailing behind him.

The newly appointed Executive Vice Mayor, Luo Rongmin, is in charge of the health system of the commercial city. Liao Jialiang wishes to report his work to Luo Rongmin, but he must go through Zhang Haoran to make contact. However, his previous acquaintance with Zhang Haoran has only been professional, and they have not had the opportunity to develop a deeper relationship.

Today, it was learned that Zhang Haoran accompanied several investors to Shangdong for an on-site inspection. Qian Wanli, along with a driver, waited along the route that the inspection team would take, looking for an opportunity to get close to Zhang Haoran

It can be said that hospitals are the least worried about not having business, regardless of the peak or off-peak seasons, as everyone relies on them

Diverging to other matters, the pain in his arm seemed to diminish. Chen Li understood that Zhang Haoran appeared to hold a position equivalent to a department head, but working alongside Luo Rongmin and having gained his trust meant that he had secured a place in the power dynamics of the business city.

The saying goes, "In interactions, there are great scholars, and in conversations, there are no commoners." From the dialogue between Qian Wanli, Chen Li, and Zhang Haoran, one can discern that this young man comes from an extraordinary family background. Regardless of the circumstances, he will not miss the opportunity to get closer to Zhang Haoran.

At this moment, Liao Jialiang, the director of the Municipal Health Bureau, had just taken his seat at the dinner table when he suddenly received a call from Zhang Haoran, leaving him momentarily stunned

What truly worries him is not the competitors in the business arena, but rather the developments from the government side

Because Qian Wanli was present, Zhang Haoran did not say much, only informing Chen Li that he had been transferred back to Shangdu with Luo Rongmin three months ago and was currently working at the municipal government. He had planned to go to the school to find Chen Li at noon, but unexpectedly encountered such an incident right at the school gate.

In the Jinshui District, due to previous conflicts arising from his connections, Qian Wanli has offended quite a few people, and can only shift his focus to the higher level of the city to seek opportunities for establishing new relationships

Zhang Haoran did not say much, he instructed the driver Xiao Liu a few words, then embraced Chen Li and got into Qian Wanli's car, instructing Qian Wanli's driver to go directly to the First People's Hospital of Shangdu City

If something were to happen to Chen Li right under his nose, Zhang Haoran would have no face to return to Qingquan and confront Chen Li's father