"Indeed there was some dispute," Luo Ziling finally decided not to deny this matter, "It might be a conflict of interest. However, this matter has basically been resolved with the mediation of my grandfather."
"If your uncle had your mum’s strategy, that would be great!" Zhao Guosheng seemed to be somewhat wistful, "If your mum were not a daughter, then your uncle wouldn’t be involved."
Luo Ziling was a bit confused; he really couldn’t understand what Zhao Guosheng meant.
But he couldn’t just leave it unanswered, so he vaguely replied, "General Zhao, you overestimate. My mum is just a woman; in terms of vision and tactics, surely she’s not as good as men. In some matters, women naturally have shortcomings that can’t be made up for through effort. After all, in many people’s eyes, a daughter is just someone’s wife."
"Perhaps your mum will create miracles." Zhao Guosheng decisively ended the topic but did not intend to stop the conversation, instead talking about other matters, "I heard Old Sir Yang and Old Mr. Fang treat you well?"
"Maybe I’m quite charming, so they treat me well." Luo Ziling chuckled, "Of course, the fundamental reason is that I helped them, cured their illnesses, and even saved their lives."
"They have quite a few complaints about me!" Zhao Guosheng sighed lightly.
Luo Ziling seemed to suddenly understand something and quickly said, "Unfortunately, I’m not familiar with General Zhao’s situation; otherwise, I could speak a few good words for you in front of them to clear up any misunderstandings."
Luo Ziling’s sharp mind and straightforward speech surprised Zhao Guosheng a bit. He didn’t reject Luo Ziling’s goodwill but also didn’t directly agree, instead just laughing and saying, "You can ask your grandfather about my character, and it’ll become clear. We’ll get more familiar after a few more meetings. Next time you come here, can you contact me first and come by to have some tea and chat a bit?"
"General Zhao, such words flatter me!" Luo Ziling seemed a bit surprised and delighted, "I dare not bother General Zhao too much; if it delays your affairs, it would be a serious mistake on my part."
"I’m not busy every moment." Zhao Guosheng waved his hand, signaling Luo Ziling not to be so polite, "Besides, I need your help in treating me."
"Then let me check General Zhao’s health first to see what kind of treatment is needed."
"Good!" Zhao Guosheng readily agreed.
After inquiring about how Luo Ziling needed to check, Zhao Guosheng called in the colonel secretary from earlier to arrange things on the side.
Luo Ziling made Zhao Guosheng take off his military uniform and then proceeded to check his health.
After examining Zhao Guosheng, Luo Ziling reached a conclusion.
Zhao Guosheng has high blood pressure and moderate heart disease, hypertrophic myocarditis, moderate blockage and hardening of coronary arteries, and slight hardening of cerebral arteries. Problems also exist in the liver, gallbladder, and urinary systems. Joint issues are abundant as well.
Zhao Guosheng’s physical condition isn’t great, which is typical for someone nearing seventy.
After informing Zhao Guosheng of his findings, Zhao Guosheng sighed lightly, "The health check did indicate these issues; I’ve undergone conditioning and treatment, but they haven’t been effective. The natural laws of aging sometimes can’t be changed."
"General Zhao, I’ll start with acupuncture treatment for you and prescribe some wellness medicine. Hopefully, it’ll have an effect."
"Good!" Zhao Guosheng agreed readily.
In Zhao Guosheng’s office, Luo Ziling performed the treatment.
The treatment took about forty minutes.
When the treatment was over, Zhao Guosheng smiled widely at Luo Ziling, "Really miraculous, after being pricked a few times by you, I’m feeling much more comfortable all over."
"This is the acupuncture skill derived from the Taiyi Divine Needle that my grandfather and I improved, effective for treating most ailments, but mastering this needle skill requires learning how to channel energy, so it’s not something just anyone can grasp. Last time, during my visits to Korea and Japan, I used this technique to defeat the South Koreans’ and Japanese’s national physicians." Luo Ziling said with a grin, "My Great Grandfather extended his life through this needle technique, along with supportive medicine."
"That’s truly appreciated!" Zhao Guosheng didn’t elaborate much but expressed his gratitude.
Subsequently, Luo Ziling prescribed a medicinal formula for Zhao Guosheng, instructing him on the preparation and consumption.
Zhao Guosheng expressed his gratitude once more.
Luo Ziling didn’t linger long, using the excuse of meeting Ling Ruonan to leave first.
Before leaving, he visited Li Haiyang’s office to chat with the now awake Li Haiyang.
He didn’t hide the recent treatment for Zhao Guosheng.
"You have attained considerable success relying on your miraculous medical skills; it’s your greatest asset!" Li Haiyang praised Luo Ziling with a laugh after hearing him, "You should continue to use it strategically."
"Should I talk to him about my dad, maybe have him promote my dad?" Luo Ziling abruptly asked.
Li Haiyang wasn’t surprised, responding with a smile, "There’s no harm in bringing it up; who knows, he might consider it seriously. Your father taking a post in Yanjing without his approval wouldn’t be easy either."
"I understand!"
Luo Ziling didn’t stay long, claiming it was getting late and taking his leave.
As he left, Wang Guoguo accompanied him to the building’s entrance.
When escorting Luo Ziling out, Wang Guoguo mentioned his request again.
Luo Ziling asked Wang Guoguo to contact him any day, assuring him of making time.
If Wang Guoguo’s father wanted to meet, he would try to make arrangements.
After leaving the military complex, Luo Ziling went to school to fetch his grandfather, Luo Liansheng.
Picking up Luo Liansheng, they went together to Northern Group to wait for Ling Ruonan.
Ling Ruonan left the office early and joined Luo Ziling and Luo Liansheng to visit Ling Mingrui’s residence.
On the way, Luo Ziling talked about his visit to the military complex today.
He casually mentioned his doubts, saying he couldn’t figure out what Zhao Guosheng’s intentions were.
"Zhao Guosheng and Ling Zhengping don’t get along well; they’ve had disputes." Ling Ruonan calmly stated, "That happened several years ago. Ling Zhengping hoped Zhao Guosheng would appoint a trusted person to a post, sending that trusted person to the Southern War Zone, but Zhao Guosheng refused because your grandfather didn’t agree. Ling Zhengping blamed Zhao Guosheng, and their relationship has been strained."
"I see!" Luo Ziling began to understand.
Ling Ruonan continued, "Maybe Zhao Guosheng feels threatened now, so he wants you to speak well for him. His relationship with Ling Zhengping isn’t great; other families aren’t happy with him either, except for a decent relationship with your grandfather; he’s worried about unforeseen events."
"Should I mention his situation to my grandfather?"
Ling Ruonan nodded, "Let’s talk to him together!"