By the time Cheng Jiangshui returned to Jiuzi Lane again, He Yi'an had already heard the news and rushed over to stay by Cheng Jia'an's side. After resting for a while, Cheng Jia'an, who was exhausted, recovered a lot of spirits and struggled to get up, but was stubbornly blocked by Cheng Jianghai and lay on the bed with peace of mind. Cheng Jianghai hurriedly found some iodine wine and carefully applied it to his father's injured cheek.

Cheng Jiangshui bowed his head and said, "Yi'an, you're here too." ”

He Yi'an nodded and said, "Well, when I saw the note you left, I hurried over." ”

Cheng Jianghai looked at Cheng Jiangshui and asked eagerly, "Sister, what did Brother Dongming say?" ”

Without directly answering his brother's question, Cheng Jiangshui walked to his father's side, quickly checked his physical condition, and felt that there was nothing wrong before gently comforting Cheng Jia'an: "Dad, don't worry, I have asked Officer Li in the past, and he has also analyzed it for us, this matter is not as serious as you think, the police have to tell the facts and evidence when handling cases, even if the other party makes trouble, it is useless, you can relax." ”

Hanging by a thread for this catastrophe that fell from the sky, but in the end it was so simple to say, as if there was no big problem, Cheng Jia'an pursed his lips for a long time, and asked in disbelief: "What you said is true?" ”

Cheng Jiangshui smiled gently, which was a reassuring pill for everyone: "How dare I lie to you about such a big thing?" Officer Li promised me to help inquire about the investigation, and maybe there would be a result when I got back. Don't worry, facts are facts, no one can say white as black, we have to trust the police. ”

Among the people, the one who knows Li Dongming the most is probably Cheng Jianghai, listening to his sister's story, he hurriedly responded to the side and said: "Yes, Dad, you can rest assured, Brother Dongming is a good person, he will not be deceived by us." ”

Cheng Jia'an lowered his head and pondered, thinking about Li Dongming's relationship with his family, the other party really didn't look like a perfunctory person, so he was a little relieved: "Yes, Officer Li is a good policeman, I definitely believe his words." ”

Cheng Jianghai opened his eyes and smiled: "Yes, so you can put your heart in your stomach." ”

Seeing that his father let go of his worries, it was considered that the sky was clear after the rain, but Cheng Jiangshui suddenly frowned, hesitated and said again and again: "Dad, I came all the way, I was thinking about it, and I wanted to discuss something with you." ”

Cheng Jia'an was stunned: "What's the matter?" ”

Cheng Jiangshui bit his red lip, thought about the wording for a long time, and said softly: "Don't be angry when you hear it, if such a thing happens, why don't you say that the face of the sanatorium is not good-looking, you will work in it in the future, and I am worried that gossip is indispensable." Your current physical condition is not suitable for working so hard anymore, this is not a year away from retirement, I think it is better to take this opportunity to apply for sick retirement in advance! ”

He Yi'an on the side actually had this intention for a long time, and Cheng Jia'an's mental state couldn't go to work at all. He knew what Cheng Jia'an was worried about, and since Cheng Jiangshui had already raised it, he hurriedly responded to it.

"Yes, Dad, Jiang Shui is talking about this principle, I also wanted to say it a long time ago, your body is the most important, if you leave early and retire late, we will not be short of those salaries. Wouldn't it be nice to retire and get together with old friends more and enjoy your old age in peace! ”

Cheng Jianghai on the other side raised his hands in agreement and said: "Yes, Dad, you see, even my youngest son has participated in the work, so you still need to be busy with work and work!" You retreat, I'll get you some flowers and plants, you can raise it, if not, you can get some kittens and dogs, how easy it is. ”

Several children tried to persuade them repeatedly, and the basic ideas were all unified.

If there was no such calamity, Cheng Jia'an would probably have held on a few points. But now I was really frightened by this sudden thing, and I still have a little palpitations.

Besides, as a doctor, you are responsible for your patients, and if you can't even take care of yourself, how can you be distracted from taking care of others?

In the long run, it is impossible not to have an accident.

Thinking about it carefully, it was just a little unwilling in his heart, Cheng Jia'an groaned for a while, and said: "You children's thoughts and fathers understand, I'm afraid that I won't be able to stay idle, and I'm used to being busy." ”

Cheng Jianghai blinked and said with relief: "Look at what you said, you will get used to it when you stay." Don't worry, I'm absolutely confident that I'll take care of you for nothing, hehe! ”

Cheng Jiangshui stepped forward and continued to persuade: "Dad, just listen to us about this matter, take good care of your body, and it should be time for you to enjoy life." ”

Cheng Jia'an lowered his head and thought for a while, and finally nodded and agreed: "Okay, Dad will listen to you, let's leave......"

After working all his life, Cheng Jia'an never thought that he would take a back seat in this way.

Those stormy and arduous days did not crush the straight backbone, and he always held a spear and a shield like a fighter, fought unyieldingly, lived bravely, and guarded a peaceful world for the children under his wing.

But in the blink of an eye, old age is twilight, the lover is far away, the engine in the body is rusty, and suddenly there is a stagnant wail. In the years when the sun set, I really had more than enough strength to do it, and I could no longer hold the weapon of resistance, so I went to the prancing horse with enthusiasm.

After recognizing the reality and obediently following the persuasion of his children, it was time for the swords and guns to enter Kuma and release Nanshan.

For a period of time, Cheng Jia'an stayed in the old house, recuperating from his injuries while waiting for the annoying turmoil to pass.

The facts are just as Li Dongming judged, the results of the police investigation soon came out, and the nature of Chow Tai Fook's death was characterized as a suicide, which had nothing to do with Cheng Jia'an, and it didn't even have anything to do with the doctor-patient problem. No matter how rebellious and greedy Ge Jinhua and his wife are entangled in trouble, the final result is still ineffective.

For the sake of appeasement, the sanatorium humanely paid a fee for mediation, which finally put an end to the farce. Cheng Jia'an was able to return to the nursing home, of course, he came to apply for early retirement.

In the office of the director of the nursing home, Cheng Jia'an was sitting precariously. For this loyal and hard-working doctor, there is a sense of respect and trust from top to bottom in the hospital.

After experiencing this sudden and unwarranted disaster, the leader was even more guilty and uneasy. How to appease the frustrated hearts of comrades, of course, we must do a good job. Even if Cheng Jia'an doesn't come to the door himself, the leaders of the hospital will go in person.

Seeing that Cheng Jia'an was a little restrained, the dean said with a warm smile: "Comrade Jia'an, let this turmoil pass, the police have already closed the case, and the family of the deceased has also given corresponding compensation, fortunately, the dust has settled and everyone is happy." ”

Cheng Jia'an's face was haggard, and the scar of the thorn was still faintly visible on his cheeks. Hearing the dean's gentle words, he couldn't help but feel a little guilty, and quickly apologized: "It's because I didn't do a good job and caused trouble to the hospital, I'm really sorry." ”

"Well, how can you say that!"

The dean waved his hand and said in a pertinent tone: "You are also an old employee and an old cadre in our nursing home. For so many years, he has insisted on fighting on the front line of medical treatment, and he has never complained of hardship or tiredness, and he is sincere and upright. Comrade Jia'an, I can responsibly say that you are a good doctor, a good comrade, and an excellent party member, which is also the affirmation and evaluation given to you by the party committee of the hospital. ”

For such a high comment from the leader of the hospital, for an ordinary grassroots doctor, it is really a little flattering, Cheng Jia'an was moved, and his words became stumbling: "I...... How can I accept such an evaluation, too high, too high. ”

"Hehe, it's not high, it's not high at all."

The dean let out a hearty laugh, and continued to persuade sincerely: "Comrade Jia'an, be more relaxed, don't take this incident as a stain on your career, I have already said it, this matter has nothing to do with you. As for your request for early retirement, I hope you will give it another good consideration. ”

"Hehe, I don't want the cadres and the masses to think that you were swept away by the hospital because you were involved in this incident. We party members sit upright and are not afraid of irresponsible remarks from others, but we still have to work hard to protect the name of a good comrade. ”

Being able to make a name for himself in the organization is more precious than any relief, and Cheng Jia'an was grateful for a while.

After practicing medicine all their lives, who wants to leave an ambiguous ink spot in a clean life file.

In Cheng Jia'an's view, as an old party member, political purity is much more important than life. But for the retention of the leader, Cheng Jia'an, who has made up his mind, no longer hesitates.

"I would like to thank the organization and the leaders of the hospital for their help and recognition. Dean, I have also thought clearly, it is true that my own energy and physical strength have not been able to keep up with the demands of work in the past two years, which is a fact. I'm also afraid that if something goes wrong again, I'm really not sure of the late season. So, I beg the organization to agree to my request. ”

The dean frowned, hesitated for a moment, nodded understandingly, and said: "I can understand your feelings, especially after the death of Comrade Li Xiulan, it hit you very hard, and I can empathize with this." Well, well, we can't force your decision either. Our party committee has seriously studied this matter and will give you a satisfactory answer in the future. ”

Cheng Jia'an hurriedly thanked him: "Then thank you Dean, I'm sorry for your trouble." ”

"No trouble, no trouble."

The dean said in a loud voice, looking at Cheng Jia'an's mottled white hair and vicissitudes of cheeks, he seemed to be full of emotion, with lingering emotions, and said earnestly: "Jia'an, even if you retire, you are still a member of our hospital and an old comrade." If you have any needs, you can put them forward to the hospital in time, this is not only your unit, but also your home. ”

A warm word came out, which made Cheng Jia'an have mixed feelings, and the helplessness and reluctance to leave the job climbed into his heart again, his lips trembled, but he didn't say a word in the end.

Coming out of the dean's office, Cheng Jia'an subconsciously walked around, the winding paths, flowers and plants in the courtyard seemed to carry warm memories, and he wanted to engrave all these familiar scenes deeply into his mind again, maybe this was the last time he returned to the place where he had fought.

Before he knew it, he was in the familiar laundry room again. In the past few years, the laundry room where Li Xiulan once worked has been expanded beyond recognition, and the rudimentary facilities of the past have long since lost their traces.

Cheng Jia'an sat far away on the wooden chair next to the flower pond, squinted his eyes, and cast his strong thoughts on those busy laundry figures.

Vaguely, he seemed to see Li Xiulan in his youth again, curling and tingting, swaying, looking back and smiling, and the world was full of flowers.

At that moment, a hazy mist rose in Cheng Jia'an's eyes, blurring his vision, and Miao Miao returned to reality. He trembled and tried to take out the cigarette roll from his pocket, but after groping for a long time, he suddenly realized that he had quit smoking for a long time.

Cheng Jia'an smiled sadly, trembling his lips and muttering to himself: "Xiulan, look at it, I'm really old and confused, I forgot that I had quit smoking." The kids are right, people like me should have quit early. ”

"Retreated, I don't know if this place will come back in the future, so ah, I just want to see the place where you worked back then. Hey, how many years have passed, you see, I don't know when it has changed. The place has changed, and I'm old, so old......"

The thoughts are lingering, and the sighs are longing.

Cheng Jia'an stood up, hunched over and trembling away, the gradually disappearing figure seemed to be more and more dense and lonely.

The stage of a generation has come to an end at this moment, the old represents the past, the young represents the future, and the law of nature is that a new generation replaces the old......