Zhao Feiyang exploded at Gao Xinhua for the first time: "How have you been supervising? How could there be such a major safety loophole? Why didn't you discover it in time?"

Gao Xinhua said, "Dean Zhao, I reported to you that Celestial Sea Construction has many non-compliant practices during operations."

Zhao Feiyang angrily pounded the table: "When you find non-compliance, demand they rectify it immediately. Don't report everything to me; with so many things going on in the hospital, I can't oversee everything. I entrusted you with the infrastructure because you're supposed to help share the burden. You have experience and ability; if problems are found, they need to be stopped promptly."

Gao Xinhua pressed his lips together and admitted he indeed made a mistake by not demanding the construction company halt work for rectification immediately. But it was only because he was considering Zhao Feiyang's feelings.

Celestial Sea Construction was handpicked by Zhao Feiyang. If he unilaterally ordered them to stop without Zhao Feiyang's approval, Zhao Feiyang would definitely think he overstepped his authority.

The thing Gao Xinhua had worried about still happened; a rift was bound to form between him and Zhao Feiyang sooner or later.

After finishing, Zhao Feiyang realized his words were a bit harsh, sighed, and said, "I'm not targeting you; I just think this could have been avoided. I also bear responsibility!"

Gao Xinhua said, "Actually, this incident is entirely the responsibility of Celestial Sea Construction. I had already warned them, but they still didn't take it seriously enough. We can certainly seek compensation for the current losses."

Zhao Feiyang nodded: "Issue a disclaimer to clarify this matter, and ensure the public isn't misled."

Gao Xinhua said, "I've already arranged for the publicity section to handle it."

Zhao Feiyang said, "You can contact the TV station side. Also, the misleading opinions online about Changxing must be suppressed. The public needs to know that we're also victims of this safety incident. It's not a medical accident. The responsible party is Celestial Sea Construction, not us here at Changxing!"

Gao Xinhua said, "I suggest conducting a thorough investigation into the engineering quality of Celestial Sea Construction and eliminating all safety hazards. If necessary, according to regulations, the contract could be terminated."

Zhao Feiyang waved his hand: "First, go control the public opinion. Take other steps one by one."

When Gao Xinhua left, he encountered the Celestial Sea Construction's boss, Tian Fangqiang. Tian Fangqiang greeted him with a smile, but Gao Xinhua didn't respond at all. At a time like this, what kind of person can still smile?

Tian Fangqiang came to see Zhao Feiyang; a safety accident had occurred, and he had to account for Changxing. He had prepared an emergency plan and would be responsible for compensating the deceased. He would cover the losses on Changxing's side, maintain his cooperative relationship with Changxing, and do his best to preserve the project here. Spending a bit of money to save his big business, otherwise, the losses would be significant.

Gao Xinhua was full of depression. Upon reaching the gate, he saw the wreaths had been removed, order was being restored, and a few bruised security guards were persuading the onlookers to leave. Their grievances and anger were entirely vented on the innocent crowd now, with a hard and brutish attitude.

Gao Xinhua found Xu Chunliang in the crowd. Xu Chunliang was too late to escape and waved him over.

Xu Chunliang approached Gao Xinhua with a cheeky smile: "Dean Gao, any instructions?"

Gao Xinhua said irritably, "You seem not to mind the excitement, do you?"

Xu Chunliang said, "I just happened to be passing by. Didn't expect the two sides to start fighting; before I saw even clearly, it was already over."

Gao Xinhua said, "Our people fighting, and you didn't help?"

Xu Chunliang said, "That's a different division of responsibilities, and besides, I'm not paid for that."

Gao Xinhua nodded. This kid understands well; it would be foolish to really jump in and fight.

Xu Chunliang could tell from Gao Xinhua's expression that he was in an extremely bad mood now. The infrastructure was under his supervision, and with such a big incident happening, Gao Xinhua definitely had to bear some responsibility.

Xu Chunliang proactively took out a pack of cigarettes from his pocket and offered one to Gao Xinhua.

Gao Xinhua knew Xu Chunliang didn't smoke. He took a puff of the cigarette and asked, "Where did you get the cigarette?"

Xu Chunliang stuffed that pack of soft "Chunghwa" cigarettes into Gao Xinhua's hand. Last night while eating barbecue, Wang Jinwu gave him two packs; he kept one with him for offering cigarettes to the leaders.

Gao Xinhua didn't stand on ceremony, pocketed the cigarettes, took a puff, and said, "I was just looking for you. Later, make contact with the network regulation department, have them help suppress the public opinion."

Xu Chunliang knew nothing good would come from meeting him and said with a wry smile, "Uncle Gao, I'm not part of the publicity department."

"Aren't you close with Director Lu Ming? Last time, you managed to help suppress the Tong Meili couple's scandal. This is nothing for you. Besides, we're in the right here, asking you to clarify, not distort the facts."

Xu Chunliang nodded. Since Gao Xinhua had asked, he couldn't refuse and could only seek help from Lu Qi again.

Xu Chunliang got straight to work and called Lu Qi in front of Gao Xinhua. Lu Qi couldn't help but complain about how many issues they have at Changxing, but he still agreed to contact his elder brother right away. After all, he and Xu Chunliang get along well, and Xu Chunliang has helped him more often.

Just after hanging up, Ding Si called. He had also heard about the trouble at Celestial Sea Construction and thought it was a good opportunity to get involved, so he called to inquire.

Xu Chunliang had previously promised to introduce him to Gao Xinhua. Since he had made the promise, he intended to follow through. With Gao Xinhua right there, he explained Ding Si's situation to him.

Gao Xinhua was intrigued. Dingli Construction was indeed well-known in Dongzhou, and with this incident at Celestial Sea, the most critical issue was their lack of supervision. Currently, they were renovating the inpatient building, and soon the outpatient and administrative areas would face renovations. Gao Xinhua personally felt that the project should not be handed to Celestial Sea Construction again.

No matter how good the relationship between Zhao Feiyang and Tian Fangqiang was, he couldn't ignore the subsequent impact. Introducing another construction company would bring competition, and both parties would supervise and balance each other. For Gao Xinhua, it would allow him some initiative. If Zhao Feiyang disagreed, then he would have a reason to pass off this hot potato.

This incident had a significant social impact, and even the TV station came to conduct interviews. Gao Xinhua frowned as he saw their interview van; when it rains, it pours. What more trouble are they stirring up?

The security at the entrance stopped the TV station's interview van from coming in. A cameraman got off the van and started filming the fierce-looking security guards. The head of security, Yu Xiangdong, realized this wasn't good and quickly went to explain to them. Offending the mouthpiece of Dongzhou City could only make life at Changxing more difficult.

When Xu Chunliang saw that Zhao Xiaohui was among those coming down from the TV station, he quickly walked over and greeted, "Sister Xiaohui."

Zhao Xiaohui saw him and waved with a smile, "Xiaoxu, we are here to do an interview, but they're stopping us from going in."

Yu Xiangdong noticed that Xu Chunliang knew them and hurried over to whisper, "Little brother, hurry and persuade these folks away. Changxing is messy enough already."

Xu Chunliang patted Yu Xiangdong on the shoulder and said, "Public opinion is a double-edged sword; you need to know how to use it. They want news, and we want justice."

At this moment, the dean's office director, Lin Yansheng, came down. It turned out that Zhao Feiyang had invited the TV station; he wanted to personally accept the interview to clarify the incident's facts and minimize the impact on Changxing. Perhaps there were too many incidents today, and Lin Yansheng overlooked informing security, leading to them blocking entry. It's all a misunderstanding.

Zhao Xiaohui chatted a bit with Xu Chunliang, who gave her a brief of the situation, though the official stance would depend on the dean's explanation. Of course, Xu Chunliang's details wouldn't be included in the formal interview.

Zhao Xiaohui had just been transferred to the social news channel. Upon learning that Xu Chunliang currently worked at Weishan Island, she told him she would soon be there to produce a national-level resort program.

Xu Chunliang told her to be sure to contact him when she came, assuring her of a warm reception. Through several interactions, Xu Chunliang found Zhao Xiaohui to be an enthusiastic and righteous person, somewhat like a tomboy.

When he arrived at Huichun Hall, his grandfather was chatting with Zheng Peian. The old man was surprised, saying, "Why didn't you let us know you were coming back?"

Xu Chunliang explained he was here to escort a patient and had to return early the next morning.

Zheng Peian said, "Did you hear there was a fight at the hospital entrance today?"

Xu Chunliang sat down with them, "I was there."

Both leaned in, "Tell us!" Everyone loves a bit of gossip, even Elder Xu was no exception.

Xu Chunliang recounted the entire story. Xu Changshan, hearing that it involved Gao Xinhua, couldn't help but worry for him, "Does this mean your Uncle Gao might be affected?"

Xu Chunliang said, "He is responsible for infrastructure and might bear some responsibility for poor supervision, but overall, it's the contractor's issue, not much to do with Changxing."

Zheng Peian added, "Exactly, since when does a work accident during renovation make the homeowner liable?"

Xu Chunliang remarked, "That also depends on how the contract was signed. If responsibilities aren't clearly outlined, the homeowner could be liable too."

Xu Changshan sighed, "I wonder why there are so many issues at Changxing, maybe it's a feng shui problem?"

Zheng Peian said, "Believe it or not, Changxing really has feng shui issues. Unlike other hospitals on main east-west or north-south roads, Changxing's facing road is slanted."

Xu Chunliang thought about it and realized it was true.

Zheng Peian continued, "Our hospital's entrance faces the northeast, which is considered the ghost gate in feng shui, quite inauspicious. Typically, entrances should face sunny directions, like east, south, or southeast."

Xu Changshan laughed, "Where did you learn all this?"

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