Chapter 70: Chapter 70: Not Wanting to Climb the Social Ladder Chapter 70: Chapter 70: Not Wanting to Climb the Social Ladder As they were leaving, the mayor’s secretary laid down a red envelope, stating it was a thank-you gift, and the group exited the hospital room.
The room quieted down not long after.
Qiao Yu reflected on what had happened. The mayor had visited today because he saved the people on that ox cart. Without his intervention, those on the cart might have had an accident, which could have very well resulted in fatalities.
Therefore, the family of three came to show their gratitude, but as for himself, he never regretted saving lives. However, he also recognized that if Luo Qiao hadn’t provided first aid and paid the hundred yuan upfront, his own survival would have been uncertain.
Yet, this stranger who went through all the trouble didn’t receive any thanks, and his cousin had upset her so much that she left without even bidding him goodbye.
He glanced at his cousin, who was sulking with his eyes shut, and decided in his heart to personally seek out Luo Qiao’s address and pay her a visit to express his gratitude once he recovered.
Staying in the room felt awkward for Song Wenbin, so he said, “Cousin, I’ll go get some things ready for you. I’ll be right back.”
He quickly skedaddled after speaking, all for the sake of Sister Fangfang. It seemed he had really become too anxious this time.
Once outside the hospital room, Song Wenbin exhaled a sigh of relief. But that girl was truly sharp-tongued, refusing even to accept his apology. Humph, as if he was inclined to apologize to her.
However, he did indeed go too far this time. Ah, forget it, it’s so annoying. Anyway, he had to ensure his cousin’s welfare for Sister Fangfang’s sake, adopting the philosophy of ‘better to wrong a thousand than to let one slip.’ Yes, that was the right approach.
No sooner had Luo Qiao stepped out of the hospital than the secretary caught up with her. The mayor understood that the patient inside needed thanks, but this young lady deserved it even more.
If it hadn’t been for her intervention, resolving the incident might not have been as straightforward. Besides, no matter who was involved, once a life was lost, things would become much more complicated.
Moreover, he would have been vulnerable to attacks by his opponents, so this young lady was truly the savior of their family’s future.
The police officers had left ahead of them, with the female officer giving her name to Luo Qiao, inviting her to visit at the precinct when she was in Ji City.
The mayor’s wife stepped forward and said, “Young lady, let’s find somewhere to talk.”
Luo Qiao replied, “Ma’am, there’s really no need. I have to catch a ride back. I understand how you feel. Anyone else in that situation would have done the same.”
The mayor took a step forward and announced, “My name is Su Zihao, the current mayor of Ji City. This is my wife, Comrade Feng Lanxiang, who works at the bank.”
He gestured to the young man standing aside and continued, “This is my younger son, Su Xiangwei. We really owe you a debt of gratitude for what happened.”
Su Xiangwei bowed deeply to Luo Qiao, saying sincerely, “Thank you. If it weren’t for you, I could have been in big trouble this time.”
Luo Qiao smiled lightly and responded, “Anyone would have done the same. There’s no need to thank me. I must be going now or I’ll be late. So, I hope to see you again if fate allows.”
The secretary approached Luo Qiao and handed her a slip of paper with a phone number and his name, Liang Rui.
Secretary Liang said, “Call this number if you ever need anything.”
The mayor’s wife had initially intended to offer more money, not wanting to incur this kind of personal debt that might lead to someone seeking favors later.
But the mayor’s glance stopped her. It was evident that the girl truly did not want to get entangled in this cycle of indebtedness. He decided to obtain the girl’s information from the police and ensure she was well looked after.
Luo Qiao slowed her pace only after turning the corner, not wishing to give anyone else a reason for disdain after already being accused of social climbing; thus, she made a swift departure.