Chapter 212: Chapter 209 Too Charming
Indeed, Qin Miaoke also stepped onto the stage and stood by Zhang Hao’s side.
She spoke to him in a hushed voice, "Why did you divert the attention to me? Now look what you’ve done. Everyone is watching me and my face is losing a lot of face here."
As expected, when compared to Elder Qin’s students, the granddaughter certainly had a much higher value.
"Miss Qin, may I ask in what capacity are you here to participate in the competition?" the host inquired.
Qin Miaoke took the microphone and addressed the crowd, "My grandfather said Mr. Zhang’s medical skills are very good, so he let me follow him as an apprentice."
"To grasp the most basic knowledge and theory of Chinese medicine, and then there’s a hope to inherit our Qin family’s unique medical skills."
"To master and promote them. So, I am neither a doctor nor a nurse, just Mr. Zhang’s assistant."
The host laughed heartily upon hearing this, "Then, Miss Qin, you as an assistant is truly an overkill, a waste of talent."
"Mr. Zhang, do you have any plans on what ranking you hope to achieve in this competition?"
Zhang Hao was still good at handling such situations; he took a deep breath and put on a calm and composed demeanor.
"Rankings are actually not important. What matters is that we can exchange knowledge, and in doing so, strive to give patients a chance at life."
"Also, to help those suffering from illnesses recover their health as soon as possible. I think this is the core purpose of the medical exchange event."
"If it were just for a good-looking and impressive ranking, I believe no one present would have come here."
As soon as the words were out, thunderous applause filled the venue.
After the mobilization meeting ended, Zhang Hao and Qin Miaoke found a quiet corner together.
"Next time something like this happens, you can’t bring the heat onto me. Wouldn’t it be better for me to remain invisible?" Qin Miaoke whispered.
"You’re Elder Qin’s granddaughter; how could you be invisible? Don’t you want your grandfather to know that you are also capable and not just freeloading?" Zhang Hao said.
While they were talking, a doctor approached Zhang Hao.
At a glance, he felt the man looked familiar.
After a moment of hard thinking, he recognized him—it was the doctor from the restroom who had made a scene.
Why would he come to see him?
Could it be because he heard their conversation outside the restroom and came for revenge?
All sorts of thoughts appeared in Zhang Hao’s mind, until the male doctor spoke up.
"I have long heard of Doctor Zhang’s excellent medical skills, and I did not expect to have the honor to meet you today and find you so young."
"Excuse me, but who are you?" Zhang Hao’s words were hesitant.
The male doctor smiled and said, "I’m just a doctor at a private clinic, not very famous."
"If it weren’t for participating in this competition, I probably wouldn’t have had the chance to meet so many impressive individuals."
Zhang Hao nodded earnestly, "Perhaps later on, there will be an opportunity to visit your clinic. Medical skills are not about rank or status; they’re about treating and saving patients."
"Since today’s competition won’t be too intense, why don’t we find a place to sit down later and have a good chat?"
This proposal to chat alone immediately set Zhang Hao on high alert.
"Of course, but I don’t have much time, so please be quick with what you have to say. I also hope to get back to my department soon to continue treating patients," he replied.
But before the doctor could speak, another group of Chinese medicine practitioners also gathered around.
They too had long known of Zhang Hao and had come forward to greet him now that they had seen him.
Zhang Hao was also very amiable in his response.
After some pleasantries, he left the boisterous place with Qin Miaoke.
Back at the hospital, the hospital leadership also knew that Elder Qin’s granddaughter was coming to the hospital in real-time, given Zhang Hao’s relationship with Elder Qin.
Naturally, they arranged for Qin Miaoke to stay by Zhang Hao’s side.
No sooner had they returned to the hospital than there were already people at the hospital entrance to greet them.
Zhang Hao couldn’t influence whatever arrangements the hospital leadership had, so he first let Qin Miaoke go back with the leaders.
Zhang Hao himself went back to his department first.
He had barely set foot inside when a patient chased in after him.
"Oh dear, Mr. Zhang, you’ve finally come back. I’ve been waiting for you for quite a while."
Zhang Hao had barely warmed his seat when he got up again.
"What seems to be the problem, ma’am?"
"I’ve been feeling unwell recently and wanted to come see you for a massage. Do you have time today?"
As the elderly lady spoke about her discomfort, she didn’t forget to rub her own shoulders.
It didn’t matter to Zhang Hao who he treated; he never discriminated against anyone, regardless of gender or age.
"Yes, yes, come on over."
He led the old lady to the treatment room, and without a word, she lay down on the bed.
At the same time, she started to chat idly with Zhang Hao.
"Doctor Zhang, with such excellent medical skills, how come you still don’t have a girlfriend?"
Zhang Hao couldn’t suppress his curiosity and said, "I’m also puzzled, but these two things don’t seem to clash that much."
The old lady suddenly perked up.
"It’s not much of a conflict. Doctor Zhang, if you are looking to date someone, would you consider my granddaughter?"
"She just came back from abroad not long ago and is planning to develop her career here. However, she studied computer science, which is quite different from your field."
"But young people these days have so many topics to talk about, much more varied than when I was young."
"If you’re interested, I could bring her over one day, and the two of you could meet."
"It would fulfill this old woman’s wish. A fine young man like you shouldn’t just casually start dating any girl."
Zhang Hao understood that people of this age held steadfast views about their younger relatives’ love lives.
Moreover, since she was his patient, it wouldn’t be nice to outright refuse.
"Okay, I got it. Bring her over when you have time, and you never know, we might just hit it off."
"We may have endless topics to talk about, but for now, please don’t speak, I’m going to start the acupuncture."
The old lady nodded repeatedly and closed her mouth, staying silent.
It wasn’t until the treatment ended that she started talking again.
"I’m serious, I’m not joking with you. I’ll give you a call when she has time."
"Marriage is not a matter to be taken lightly. It’s always better to have someone familiar vouch for it."
Zhang Hao nodded again and again. If he shook his head now, the old lady would definitely give him an earful.
Just then, Lin Wan walked in with a tray of medical instruments.
"Mr. Zhang, are you done with the treatment?"
Zhang Hao answered, "Almost, what’s up?"
"Doctor Wang needs them; I need to tidy them up for him," answered Lin Wan.
Hearing that other patients were waiting, the old lady quickly got off the treatment bed.
She also casually reminded Zhang Hao, "Remember what I told you, Mr. Zhang. You better take it seriously."
Zhang Hao continued to exchange pleasantries with the old lady until she left.
Lin Wan cleaned up the examination room while casting sideways glances at Zhang Hao.
"I didn’t expect you to be so popular that even the patients want to set you up on dates."
Zhang Hao walked to the trash bin, saying nonchalantly:
"Can’t help it, I’m just too outstanding. Or maybe my charm is too irresistible. Are you jealous?"
