The Young Urban Doctor - Chapter 2318 2318: A Direct Request

After the interview, Xu Chen didn’t inform Luo Ziling about the arrangements she made.

This kind of thing, you can’t really brag about it face-to-face with Luo Ziling.

Sometimes, even if you’ve done something, you don’t have to say it. This is a principle that must be followed in many situations, otherwise, it greatly reduces the effect.

Xu Chen personally accepted an interview from a TV reporter and said some really inspiring words.

Facing the camera, she praised Luo Ziling’s righteousness, saying that there are still many positive energy events like this in the real world, hoping more people could stand up like Luo Ziling and help those in need.

In the end, Luo Ziling, identifying himself as the owner of the orchard, gave each attendee two baskets of fruit and said if they found it tasty afterward, they could help spread the word.

Xu Chen took the lead in accepting, and no one else refused.

Luo Ziling didn’t stay in the orchard for long as he had to go to Qiantang, so after loading several cars full of fruit, he headed to Qiantang.

On the way to Qiantang, Luo Ziling was still in the same car with Xu Chen.

Xu Chen took the initiative to bring up the widely discussed event related to Luo Ziling from last night.

After talking about it, she sighed, “Mr. Luo really has a lot of beautiful women around him.”

“I have a low self-esteem, so I don’t like being with very handsome men. But I do like beautiful things, so I enjoy interacting with beautiful women,” Luo Ziling responded with a smile. “However, there weren’t just me last night; there were several of my classmates. They went to act in a drama, and I arranged some extra roles for them.”

“It seems the drama in which Mr. Luo is personally involved will surely become popular. By then, I will definitely follow it!”

“Unfortunately, I don’t have a role in it.”

“Oh, really? I thought Mr. Luo would play a part!” Xu Chen was a bit surprised.

“Maybe next time, I’ll arrange a role for myself!”

“Then Mr. Luo must tell me what role you played, and I’ll become your fan.”

“Sure, sure!”

Along the way, they didn’t talk about anything serious, only some small talk.

Xu Chen indeed had official activities in the provincial capital today.

An administrative meeting was held in Qiantang yesterday, and she had to attend. She originally planned to head to Qiantang after meeting Luo Ziling.

But because of Luo Ziling’s matter, she delayed quite a bit.

The meetings with a few people scheduled for today had to be postponed until tomorrow or further into the night.

“What time is Mr. Luo’s flight tonight?” Xu Chen casually asked, almost at Qiantang.

“The flight is at 7:20 PM. I have to leave Qiantang by 5:30.”

“There’s not much time then!” Xu Chen looked at the time, slightly surprised.

“I’m just having a meal with Minister Ding and then leaving!” Luo Ziling went to Qiantang to see Ding Zhongming and check on his performance in his new position, not intending to stay long.

“I thought you’d stay in Qiantang for a night before leaving!” Xu Chen said sincerely, inviting Luo Ziling, “How about staying one night in Qiantang? I’ll treat you to a late-night snack!”

“Let’s find another chance in the future!” Luo Ziling politely declined Xu Chen’s invitation, “I still have things to do once I return!”

“Then next time, I’ll have the opportunity to invite Mr. Luo for a meal when I go to Yanjing for a meeting. I plan to visit Yanjing next month in fact, and by then I’ll come to see Mr. Luo. Also, I’ll have the chance to meet Mr. Luo’s mother, who is as youthful as a young girl,” after saying, Xu Chen noticed no change in Luo Ziling’s expression, and boldly asked, “I wonder if you could help introduce me to Madame Luo?”

Luo Ziling didn’t directly answer, “I estimate I won’t be in Yanjing during the summer break. After a few days, I’ll be going to the Northwest to gather herbs and probably won’t return until school starts.”

“Oh, I see!” Xu Chen felt a bit disappointed but didn’t show it, “Then I’ll just wait for another opportunity to treat Mr. Luo to a meal!”

“Let’s see when the time comes!” Luo Ziling gave a slight smile.

Xu Chen started to become a bit uneasy.

She carefully reflected on her performance today and realized she hadn’t dominated the conversation but was instead being led by Luo Ziling. This gave her a sense of frustration, further understanding that this seemingly pure and inexperienced young man was indeed difficult to handle.

However, in the presence of the driver and the secretary, she couldn’t say anything.

It wasn’t until the car arrived in Qiantang that Xu Chen found an opportunity to have a heartfelt conversation alone with Luo Ziling.

“Mr. Luo, I’m a straightforward person. I hope Mr. Luo can look out for me a bit. I will certainly repay doubly in the future,” Xu Chen said softly to Luo Ziling, “I’m sure Mr. Luo also understands, the higher up you go, the harder it is. Without someone’s support, achieving greater accomplishments is no less difficult than climbing to the sky. Mr. Luo can speak freely to anyone; if there’s a chance, I’d appreciate if you could say a few words for me. I’d be very grateful. I am determined to repay Mr. Luo’s kindness with multiple returns!”

Xu Chen finally couldn’t help but speak directly, making Luo Ziling feel a strong sense of achievement.

But he didn’t promise anything, only vaguely replied, “Chen, you really overestimate me. I’m just an ordinary person; where would I have such influence?”

Luo Ziling’s reply left Xu Chen a bit at a loss, and she was quite anxious but still earnestly explained, “I know it’s inappropriate to make such a request upon first meeting Mr. Luo. I intended to find another time to discuss it, but since Mr. Luo is going to the Northwest for several months, I’m afraid you might forget about me, so I took the liberty to ask. I hope you don’t mind my abruptness. Of course, I also hope Mr. Luo can offer some assistance. To be honest, it was actually Ding Zhongming who subtly suggested I seek your help. I’ve worked with him before, and he’s my husband’s classmate.”

Upon hearing Xu Chen speak like this, Luo Ziling chuckled but didn’t express anything.

When preparing to meet Ding Zhongming, Luo Ziling finally responded positively, “Actually, chatting and discussing matters with Chen is really pleasant. Aside from my mom, you’re the most approachable official!”

Xu Chen, who was initially a bit cooled off, suddenly felt warmed up, “Mr. Luo’s words make me feel truly flattered!”

Luo Ziling smiled.

Dinner was hosted by Ding Zhongming, as a private affair, and Xu Chen joined as well.

During the meal, the three didn’t discuss formal matters; they only talked about things arising from work changes.

Luo Ziling quickly finished his meal and offered to leave.

When Ding Zhongming got up to see him off, he quietly said to Luo Ziling, “Xu Chen is very capable and has always maintained her integrity, offending some who wanted to take advantage of her. Her appointment to Yuezhou was indeed facilitated by Mr. Luo’s influence!”

“What do you mean?” Luo Ziling was a bit puzzled.

“Mr. Zhu from the province thought Xu Chen was a friend of Mr. Luo!” Ding Zhongming said with an amused smile.

Luo Ziling seemed to understand something.