Perspective Medical Genius Young Master

Chapter 953: Chapter 945: Hard to Say Anything

"Uncle Deng, what other solutions are you talking about?" Xiao Yifei asked, as he couldn’t come up with any other ideas.

"Think about it, why does Zero Authority want to arrest Liu Rui’s father? It’s not just about doing something wrong. Zero Authority is doing this to instill fear in others, warning those who are planning to cause trouble."

"Under what circumstances won’t Zero Authority be harsh on Zero Society? It’s when Zero Authority and Society Zero have mutual interests. You can suggest to your friend to appropriately collaborate with Zero Authority. Perhaps one day, if Zero Authority sees his sincerity, they might release his father."

"Given your friend’s level of intelligence, I’m sure he can figure out a way to collaborate with Zero Authority. By working for Zero Authority, they surely won’t mistreat him. You know well, going against Zero Authority leads to no good end. His father is a perfect example of that," the elder said.

Xiao Yifei thought for a moment, since the solution had been proposed, there wasn’t much left to talk about with the elder. So he said, "Thanks for your time today, I’ll take my leave now."

Xiao Yifei felt a bit angry. What kind of solution was this? After all, he saved his life just days ago, and yet now he was being casually dismissed. Although this matter indeed didn’t make much sense, Deng Fuguo is his son after all; he could have at least made a suggestion! Though feeling angry, he couldn’t say much if someone wasn’t willing to help.

After leaving the hospital, Liu Rui hadn’t left yet, his car was parked by the roadside waiting for him.

Xiao Yifei got into the car, momentarily unsure of what to say. Liu Rui remained silent as well. Finally, Xiao Yifei couldn’t hold back and asked Liu Rui, "Why didn’t you ask how it went for me?"

"No need to ask about this kind of matter, seeing your expression, I know you were rejected," Liu Rui said, while driving and looking straight ahead.

"I didn’t expect him to dismiss me like that," Xiao Yifei said angrily.

"It’s alright, we’ll think of other ways," Liu Rui wasn’t as angry as imagined.

"Did you already anticipate this outcome?" Xiao Yifei asked Liu Rui, wondering if he had known the result beforehand, otherwise, why was he so calm?

"I figured he would reject you. It’s such a troublesome matter; who’d willingly undertake it? Only you would help me," Liu Rui said casually.

"Since you knew this from the start, why didn’t you advise me against seeking him?" Xiao Yifei asked suspiciously.

"Because you are a good person," Liu Rui said. noveldrama

"A good person? What kind of reason is that?" Xiao Yifei couldn’t help but laugh at Liu Rui’s remark. He glanced at Liu Rui’s serious face and felt embarrassed to laugh. He decided to take Liu Rui’s comment as a compliment.

"Do you want to visit my grandfather? He’s been quite concerned about you these days," Liu Rui hesitated to ask.

"Sure, as long as you drive me back later," Xiao Yifei agreed. He wasn’t very keen to go home, which hardly even felt like home anymore, just a temporary resting place. He pondered how strange his interactions with Tang Rong had become, at times overly courteous. He missed the Tang Rong who would occasionally physically confront him.

Arriving at Hu Jingtang’s house, Xiao Yifei recalled the scene of his first visit. It felt like ages ago, though it hadn’t been a year yet. At that time, Hu Jingtang was in good health, and he enthusiastically prepared a hearty breakfast for Xiao Yifei. Back then, his relationship with Tang Rong was also good.

However, within such a short time, everything had changed. He wondered what the future held. He used to crave novelty during peaceful times, but now, having achieved his wish, his life took a different turn every day. He found himself missing the simple routine of the past.

Alas, people are like that. They never know contentment, forever envying others’ lives.

Hu Jingtang hadn’t been seen for days, and appeared more spirited than when he was last in the hospital. Xiao Yifei chatted with him for a while before Hu Jingtang said, "Go speak with Liu Rui. That kid has been unhappy lately; I tried advising him about his father’s issue, but to no avail. You’re about the same age, perhaps he might listen to you."

So Xiao Yifei went to the courtyard and saw Liu Rui sitting on the doorstep smoking. At that moment, Xiao Yifei realized Liu Rui seemed quite fragile, especially from the back. If not for his age, others might assume Liu Rui was a mere teenager. Yet this teenager bore burdens he shouldn’t have to carry.

Xiao Yifei sat beside him, and Liu Rui handed him a cigarette. Xiao Yifei hesitated but took it and lit it. Although he hadn’t fully recovered, one cigarette shouldn’t hurt much. Considering the atmosphere, it would be a waste not to smoke, anticipating Liu Rui might say something to him.

But Liu Rui quietly smoked without looking at Xiao Yifei. Through the layers of smoke, Xiao Yifei saw Liu Rui’s eyes filled with sadness. Or perhaps not, maybe it was just Xiao Yifei’s imagination.

After thinking for a while, Xiao Yifei decided to say something, "When I spoke with him today, he suggested a solution. Initially, I thought he was speaking nonsense, but on the way back I calmed down and thought it over. I think you might want to give it a try. If you disagree, just consider it something I said casually."

"Do you want to try cooperating with Zero Authority? I know this idea sounds dumb, but it might be the only way to save your father," Xiao Yifei cautiously observed Liu Rui’s expression as he spoke.

"Xiao Bro, I truly admire you. Do you know what cooperating with Zero Authority means? I might not be able to survive in society. Also, do you think everyone in Zero Authority are good people? I’ve known this path for a while, but since I’ve chosen to stand against Zero Authority, how could I turn around halfway and do this?" Liu Rui has started speaking more lately, possibly because he became more familiar with Xiao Yifei.

They didn’t speak further, leaving Xiao Yifei’s prepared remarks interrupted.

Suddenly, both heard a noise as something fell. They immediately stood up and rushed inside the house, finding Hu Jingtang fallen on the ground. Scared, Xiao Yifei and Liu Rui checked him over and found it wasn’t serious, likely due to over-excitement. Liu Rui carried Hu Jingtang back to bed.

A few minutes later, Hu Jingtang slowly woke up. Seeing Xiao Yifei standing beside the bed, he angrily said, "I don’t want to hear such words again. Even if we don’t save his father, we absolutely won’t work with Zero Authority. Liu Rui, did you understand?"

Xiao Yifei and Liu Rui were both shocked, for it was the first time Xiao Yifei heard Hu Jingtang scold him.