"Ahem, don't get me wrong, I'm just praising your hardworking nature." Luo Chao was just reminded of the last time he got into a fight and ended up calling this detective team leader, which is why he said something hurtful.

"This time, the credit for uncovering the organ trafficking organization goes entirely to you. You understand what I mean." Luo Chao said softly, "My identity is confidential, I'm on a mission and can't be exposed."

If the leaders of Liuhai City find out that someone from the Ministry of State Security is here, they'd definitely think I'm here to investigate them. As officials, none of them are entirely clean. In their panic, they'd start visiting frequently, which would be a real nuisance.

"I don't want it." Duanmu Qing bluntly refused. She didn't want such undeserved credit. The glory she earns herself truly belongs to her.

"Whether you want it or not, you'll have to take it. I'm your superior, and you need to follow orders." Playing the authoritative leader, he secretly smiled bitterly, wondering why she was so out of line.

Duanmu Qing fought back with silence. That's her nature; she wouldn't change once she's decided on something.

"My dear Captain Duanmu, please do me a favor. My identity truly needs to remain secret," Luo Chao said helplessly, almost begging. "Just let it be on your account this time. I'll make it clear later. Does that work for you?"

Seeing that he was genuinely in a bind, Duanmu Qing hesitated for a moment. "I'll agree, but you must do as you promised."

"Alright, alright, no problem!" Luo Chao was overjoyed, speaking gleefully, "Little Qing Qing, the leader won't forget you when there's something good in the future. The leader will take care of you."

After explaining things to Duanmu Qing, Luo Chao quickly left. He believed Duanmu Qing would handle the situation well. On the contrary, his sudden disappearance might leave a bad impression on Xia Xin and the others.

Luo Chao cared a lot about how he was perceived by the beauties.

He hurried to the entrance of the operating room, seeing that the door was still closed, indicating the surgery wasn't finished yet! Breathing a sigh of relief, he sat down next to Chen Ziqi on the chair in front of the door.

"Where did you go? We thought you left!" Chen Ziqi seemed a bit annoyed, "I saw some police officers earlier. Do you know what that's about?"

"No idea!" he feigned an innocent expression. "I just went to the restroom and didn't see any police officers."

"Oh!" They didn't say much more. After all, it was outside the surgery room, and Xia Xin and her father must have been in distress. It wouldn't be considerate to chat away carelessly and make them feel worse.

Time ticked by slowly, and in their anxious wait, the red light above the surgery room finally turned green, indicating the operation was complete.

The door opened, and a doctor wearing a mask came out. Luo Chao and the others quickly gathered around. "Doctor... is she... is she alright?" The voice trembled, and Xia's father's eyes were filled with a mix of hope and fear of disappointment.

The doctor took off the mask, wiped the sweat off his face, and then said, "The surgery was very successful. The patient just needs a few months in the hospital to fully recover. Congratulations."

"Thank you so much..." Xia's father was speechless for a moment, the usually stoic man had tears welling up in his eyes. Xia Xin was already crying uncontrollably.

"I'll be off then. The patient can't be disturbed for now, so please don't go in yet." The doctor nodded to them before leaving.

At this moment, Luo Chao noticed Wei Jinquan standing at the other end of the corridor, looking like he wanted to come over but was afraid of him. Luo Chao couldn't help but find it amusing. Although he looked down on this scumbag, he'd already taught him a lesson, so there was no need to make things difficult. He waved at him to come over.

Wei Jinquan came to the hospital to deal with his swollen face from being hit by Luo Chao. After some serious thought, he decided to come over for a visit, hoping that it might improve Luo Chao's opinion of him.

Seeing Luo Chao wave at him, he was delighted and sprinted over, "Brother Luo."

"Hmm!" Luo Chao responded indifferently.

Seeing this, Wei Jinquan hurriedly reported his achievements. "Brother Luo, I've already covered your mother's medical bills for a whole year, so there's no problem staying in the hospital."

"You should be the one staying in the hospital for a year!" Xia Xin, in a slightly better mood, retorted angrily, thinking he was cursing her mother.

"Xia Xin, how can you speak to Mr. Wei like that? He's a benefactor to our family." Xia's father, simple and honest, scolded Xia Xin and apologized to Wei Jinquan, "Don't mind Xia Xin. We can never repay your kindness." Saying this, he was about to kneel down in gratitude.

Wei Jinquan was startled by his actions, cautiously glancing at Luo Chao. "Please don't do that, really, it's too much for me. It's what I should do."

Luo Chao, this intimidating young master, must be interested in Xia Xin. If he accepted such a gesture from her potential future father-in-law, he'd surely be in big trouble!

He misunderstood Luo Chao's intentions towards Xia Xin, thinking he was trying to play the hero to win her over, not realizing Luo Chao had intervened simply because he couldn't stand Wei's behavior. Of course, only Luo Chao himself knew his true feelings towards Xia Xin.

Xia's father also noticed Wei Jinquan's strange attitude towards his daughter and her classmate. He was simple but not stupid, and he said nothing further.

Since Xia's mother needed rest after the surgery, Luo Chao said, "Uncle, I have things to attend to, so I'll leave now. I'll visit again when Auntie feels better."

"Alright, alright, you go ahead." Xia's father agreed quickly and told the two girls, "Xia Xin, you two go back to school! I'll handle things here! Don't fall behind on your studies."

"Oh!" Xia Xin reluctantly agreed. She had initially wanted to wait until her mother woke up to talk, but she had to leave now.

Luo Chao smiled, "I'll drive you both back." He gestured to the two girls and then instructed Wei Jinquan, "Don't forget, make sure Auntie receives the best care."

"Of course, of course, leave it to me." Wei Jinquan, not daring to slack off, patted his chest in assurance. He had his little schemes in mind, thinking that if he could get in with Luo Chao, the mayor's backed young master, his future business dealings would be smooth sailing.

He quickly ran off to contact the hospital leaders to have Xia's mom transferred to a better room.

The drive was uneventful, and Luo Chao drove them to Huaxia University, where there was a special parking area for rich kids. After saying goodbye to the two girls, Luo Chao headed towards the dormitories.

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