The Young Urban Doctor

Chapter 645: Chapter 645 Thank You for the Reminder, Senior
 

(No additional chapters this weekend; on November 30, the last day of the month, there will be a large-scale update of at least 10 chapters, followed by consecutive explosive updates in the following days.)

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“I believe your mother has told you that your grandfather and his brother have always been engaged in fierce struggles,” Li Haiyang continued, disregarding Luo Ziling’s surprise, “The competition will likely get even more intense from now on. Everyone knows that if you miss the opportunity, it’s gone for life.”

At this point, Li Haiyang paused and added, “Old Mr. Ling admires both his sons, but he currently favors your grandfather. This is unlikely to change. His brother must understand this, and therefore, won’t easily give up. He will definitely do something. Most of the Ling Family do not want to see you return. Many of them blame your parents for ruining the alliance between the Ling and Yang Families. They always believed that had the two families united through marriage, the Ling Family’s power would have expanded. As a result, they consider your parents’ actions a mistake. In addition, your mother’s strong performance these past few years, taking control of the most influential Northern Group, has been intolerable to many, especially Ling Mingqing’s family. Therefore, your appearance at the birthday banquet and helping Old Mr. Ling with his treatment must have touched some nerves.”

Luo Ziling did not interrupt, but quietly listened to Li Haiyang’s narrative.

After a light cough, Li Haiyang continued, “Ling Mingqing and his son, should they fail to obtain the resources they want, coupled with your grandfather’s and grandmother’s acceptance of you, will undeniably bear a grudge against you. They may even target you. The troubles you faced during this time could very well have involved them. Suppose something unexpected happens to Old Mr. Ling, I mean just suppose—whether he falls seriously ill or something else— they might then use it to slander you, and by extension, implicate your grandfather. Of course, this is just my conjecture. Just consider it and don’t mention it to anyone else, including your mother.”

“Thank you for the warning, Senior; I will certainly keep it in mind,” Luo Ziling promptly promised.

Li Haiyang’s words still left him quite shocked.

He was aware that Li Haiyang was a cautious man. The fact that he spoke of such matters today must be based on some insight, which prompted the reminder.

He did not know whether this was by Ling Mingrui’s instigation or Li Haiyang’s own thoughts. Nevertheless, he felt it inappropriate to ask. He wanted to tell Li Haiyang about the events that transpired during Ling Jinhua’s birthday, seeking advice, but after pondering, he ultimately chose not to.

As Luo Ziling hesitated, Li Haiyang went on, “Your uncle is also a very astute man, and certainly, your mother is no less formidable. Their struggle has persisted for many years. Now your uncle has revealed his ambitions, trying to wrest control of the Northern Group from your mother’s hands. In recent times, particularly since your return, he has stepped up his efforts, obtaining your grandfather’s approval to send his own son into the Northern Group. Your mother clearly understands his intentions. She has been with the Northern Group for over a decade, and Ling Haining is too young to shake her position. However, your uncle and grandfather’s reluctance to let your mother continue controlling the Northern Group is no secret, and her life ahead will surely not be easy. I’m not asking you to do anything, just want you to be aware of the situation and be mentally prepared.”

“Thank you very much for the guidance, Senior,” Luo Ziling expressed his gratitude, “I will definitely seek your advice if anything comes up in the future.”

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“There are some things you don’t need to tell me; I don’t want to know, like what happened during Old Mr. Ling’s birthday,” Li Haiyang added, looking meaningfully at Luo Ziling, and then said, “A lot of things are best kept to yourself, not to be shared with others, even the ones closest to you, understand? In the future, talk less and act more.”

“Understood,” Luo Ziling replied. Then, he immediately thought of something else, hesitating for a moment, he quietly asked Li Haiyang, “Senior, two of my friends want to visit Dragon Rise. They said they had been through Dragon Rise’s selection process before, but ultimately didn’t make it. Yet, they’re still curious to see what Dragon Rise has to offer. I didn’t dare promise them anything, just wanted to ask on their behalf.”

“Oh?!” Li Haiyang’s eyes couldn’t help but light up when Luo Ziling said this. “If I’m not mistaken, it must be one of your father Luo Xusheng’s men, right? Several of his men did indeed pass the Dragon Rise selection, but ultimately they were reluctant to come to me.”

After saying that, he laughed heartily, “Your father knows you’re often in danger, so he sent someone to protect you, didn’t he?”

Luo Ziling didn’t expect Li Haiyang to guess the situation so quickly and no longer hid the truth, readily admitting it.

Having admitted it, he asked curiously, “Senior, do you know my father?”

“More than just knowing each other, we had quite a few interactions and confrontations,” said Li Haiyang, laughing again before continuing. “When your father came to Yanjing with your grandfather, I had several run-ins with him. We were about equal in terms of skills back then. It was just that we were both very hot-tempered and did not concede to each other, so our relationship wasn’t very good. Later, your father was exiled to Tibet, but thanks to your maternal grandfather’s care, he eventually joined the army and, through his own efforts, entered ‘Snow Fox’ and finally became the commanding officer of ‘Snow Fox’.”

“Over the years, he has trained quite a number of elite special forces soldiers. Each year they participate in the Dragon Rise selection, but those who pass the selection never join Dragon Rise. Your father must be competing with me in this way.” Saying this, Li Haiyang’s eyes filled with nostalgia, “Your father’s Snow Fox, although its name is not as prominent as some other special forces units, its strength is even stronger, capable of holding its own against Dragon Rise. In the high-altitude battlefields of the plateau, Dragon Rise cannot compare to them. The members from Snow Fox all possess formidable combat abilities. The person your father sent to protect you is definitely a strong one.”

Luo Ziling listened quietly, without interrupting.

“If they want to visit Dragon Rise, find an appropriate opportunity to ask Phoenix,” Li Haiyang finally expressed his opinion, “If she agrees, you can bring them to the Dragon Rise base with you for a visit or a challenge—it doesn’t matter.”

“I understand!”

“There’s one more thing,” Li Haiyang said, furrowing his brows and seriously reminding Luo Ziling. “Last time you agreed to be an external doctor for Dragon Rise, but because Phoenix and Lin Lan were away, it was left unresolved. Next time you see Phoenix, you can talk to her about it again. Having the identity and plaque of Dragon Rise, some people will think twice before making a move on you.”

Luo Ziling was overjoyed when he heard this, “I’m very grateful for your favor, senior.”

“Whichever way you look at it, I have to do this,” Li Haiyang shook his head, gesturing for Luo Ziling not to be polite. “Even just for your father and Snow Fox, I would take special care of you. Understand?”

“I understand!” Luo Ziling suddenly felt a surge of pride and a deeper respect for his father he had not yet met.