TFWYH – Chapter 353 My Duty

When Doctor Li saw Tang Wan, he quickly stood up and walked over, saying with a smile, “I came to discuss the matters of Jimin Clinic with you.”

Tang Wan nodded and took him to the pavilion to talk.

After pouring him a cup of tea, Tang Wan said, “You can take full charge. You don’t have to consult me about everything.”

“You should still be informed,” Doctor Li sighed, then asked tentatively, “I’m planning to rename it Jishi Hall. What do you think?”

Tang Wan nodded. “That works.”

Doctor Li let out a breath of relief and smiled a little sheepishly. “Good. I’ll have someone make the signboard later. I’ve already negotiated the medicine supply with the various merchants. As for renovations, I don’t think they’re necessary. Take a look and see if there’s anything else to add. If not, we can reopen in three days.”

Tang Wan thought for a moment, then said, “I won’t be staying at the clinic regularly. With only you as the physician, it may not be enough. Do you know any reliable doctors? Skill aside, character matters most.”

“Well…” Doctor Li hesitated briefly and frowned. “I do know some, but is it necessary? Jimin Clinic only had me before.”

Tang Wan shook her head. “From now on, Jishi Hall can offer one free consultation each month. That will quickly build a good reputation and also help people who truly need it.”

“Free?” Doctor Li’s eyes lit up in disbelief. “You’re really willing to provide free consultations?”

Tang Wan replied, “Yes. Children under eight and seniors over sixty can each receive one free consultation per month.”

“Oh my, that’s a great act of merit!” At that moment, Doctor Li felt sincere admiration for Tang Wan. He stood and cupped his hands toward her in thanks. “On behalf of the elderly and children of Xiangxi Town, this old man thanks you, Boss.”

Tang Wan quickly helped him up. “Please don’t overpraise me. I didn’t open a clinic to make much money—just to do what I ought to do. Of course, if there are ‘fat sheep’—oh, I mean difficult cases from wealthy families—and you can’t handle them, you can call me, just like before. After all, the clinic still has to keep running, right?”

“Hahaha…” Doctor Li laughed at her correction.

He could see it clearly now—Tang Wan loved money, but she earned it properly.

She wouldn’t fleece poor families, but when it came to wealthy households, she wouldn’t be overly polite either.

Of course, rich families wouldn’t care about that bit of money anyway.

Doctor Li said with a smile, “No matter what, having this kind of intention is rare indeed. As it happens, I have two old friends. They’re advanced in years but skilled and upright. And the medicine apprentice who used to assist me—after some more training—can more or less handle things independently.”

“Then I’ll have to trouble you, Doctor Li,” Tang Wan said after thinking it over. With three resident doctors, the clinic would be sufficiently staffed.

Even if they opened a branch in another town later, they could send people over.

At that moment, Ling Yu walked over. “Discussing the clinic?”

Tang Wan quickly stood up. “Husband, you’re back?”

“Mm. There was a lot to handle at the yamen,” Ling Yu said, then smiled at Doctor Li. “Doctor Li, please stay for a meal. It’s getting late.”

“Then I’ll accept the hospitality,” Doctor Li said cheerfully. “I’ve long heard that Second Miss’s cooking is excellent. I’m in for a treat today.”

“You flatter us,” Ling Yu replied politely, then added, “I just heard you discussing the clinic—what are your plans for the refurbishment?”