Chapter 590: The Rich and Powerful Uncle

Chapter 590: The Rich and Powerful Uncle

Dr. Zhou inquired with concern, and Bai Zhi replied, "Nothing's wrong with me. I have some work matters to discuss with my grandfather. If you hear from them, please remember to contact me immediately, as I'm in a bit of a hurry."

"Okay, okay, I understand. I'll have Doctor Ye call you when they get back."

"Are Grandpa Zhou and Grandma Zhou doing well?" Bai Zhi asked casually.

Dr. Zhou replied cheerfully, "Everything is fine. My mother's mental state has improved a lot after the New Year. She's been lucid for longer periods and doesn't run around anymore."

"Really? Does she still remember my grandmother's name?" Bai Zhi asked hurriedly, her eyes sparkling.

Dr. Zhou laughed heartily, "Not only does she remember, she mentions it every day."

Dr. Zhou's words rekindled a glimmer of hope in Bai Zhi's heart. She tentatively asked, "What did he say? Did he provide any useful information? For example, how did my grandmother pass away?"

"I didn't ask that, I was afraid of upsetting her."

His mother has finally calmed down and is now mostly lucid, able to chat with people properly. He dares not discuss sensitive topics.

Bai Zhi thought about what Doctor Zhou said and realized that it made sense. However, the fact that Grandma Zhou was able to regain her senses was a good thing for the Zhou family and for them.

Because Grandma Chen hasn't retired yet, her hope of finding out the cause of her grandmother's death still rests on Grandma Zhou.

So she asked Dr. Zhou, "Dr. Zhou, could I trouble you with something? When you go home, talk to your grandmother more and try to find out more about my maternal grandmother from different angles. See if she can provide any useful information. Please find out more about the reason for my maternal grandmother's death and the specific circumstances at the time. This is crucial for easing the tension between my maternal grandfather and my uncle."

"Okay, I will."

"Then I'll hang up now."

After Bai Zhi finished calling Dr. Zhou, she also called Ye Tiandong.

Unexpectedly, it was Supervisor Cui who answered the phone.

"Is this Sister Cui?"

"Xiao Zhi, this is Cui Hua. Your uncle has gone to the toilet."

Cui Hua's words sparked endless imagination in Bai Zhi.

I went to the restroom; the phone is with Manager Cui…

"Sister Cui, how was your New Year?"

Bai Zhi felt a strong sense of familiarity upon hearing Cui Hua's voice.

She said with a smile, "I was planning to call you during the Chinese New Year to wish you a happy new year, but I forgot to ask for your contact information."

"It's fine, I'll go get your uncle to answer the phone." Cui Hua held Ye Tiandong's phone, feeling somewhat uneasy, unsure whether it was due to guilt or some other emotion, and was too embarrassed to talk to Bai Zhi for long.

Bai Zhi smiled and continued chatting with her, "It's okay, no rush, we haven't been in touch for a long time."

"Yes, Xiaozhi, how are you doing in the army? Are you able to adapt?" Cui Hua asked with concern.

“It was a little unfamiliar at first, but I’ve gotten used to it now. My cousin is here too, not far from me, and we see each other often, so I don’t miss home that much.”

"Yes, it's always good to have a family member by your side."

The two were chatting when Ye Tiandong walked over. Cui Hua handed him the phone, saying, "It's Xiao Zhi on the phone."

Ye Tiandong took it and greeted him.

"Uncle, what are you busy with after the New Year?"

Ye Tiandong replied, "We were just planning to go to Nancheng when the renovation workers said they would start work in the next couple of days. Supervisor Cui and I went over to check it out."

When Bai Zhi heard that Ye Tiandong was also going to start work, she smiled and said, "Really? So enthusiastic."

"The New Year is over, it's time to get back to work."

Ye Tiandong changed the subject to her, "How are you? What are your plans after the New Year? Or are you going to stay there as a housewife?"

Bai Zhi expressed her dissatisfaction with Ye Tiandong's words, "Uncle, what are you talking about? What kind of housewife am I at such a young age?"

"You're not young anymore. Once you're married, you should prioritize your family. Why don't you have another child and focus on raising them?"

Bai Zhi rolled her eyes and immediately dismissed the possibility, "I'm still a child myself, why would I have a child? Let's talk about this in a few days."

She said mysteriously, "I have more important things to do."

Bai Zhi then told Ye Tiandong about her plan to open a traditional Chinese medicine clinic.

"We've already found a shop, and the paperwork is in progress. Everything is ready now, we just need the final push."

Upon hearing Bai Zhi's words, Ye Tiandong immediately understood, "Shortage of money? How much?"

Bai Zhi, "..."

She coughed lightly and corrected, "It's not about the money."

"Then you've got everything ready, all you're missing is the right opportunity. And what else could that opportunity be but money?" In Ye Tiandong's view, the most important things for opening a shop are capital and the necessary permits.

Bai Zhi hasn't made any money yet, and with renting the shop and buying all sorts of things, her funds are definitely tight.

“You’re a doctor who sees patients. Traditional Chinese medicine clinics are supported by medical skills,” Bai Zhi explained to him. “I don’t have enough qualifications. According to the regulations, I can’t see patients for the time being.”

At this point, Ye Tiandong seemed to understand something, and he gave a faint "oh".

Bai Zhi's eyes darted around as she inquired, "Uncle, is there any news about my grandfather? When you were in Bincheng, did you go to his place to check if the door was open? I can't get in touch with him right now, I'm so worried."

When Ye Rufeng was mentioned, Ye Tiandong's eyes flickered slightly, and his tone immediately turned cold. "I haven't been there, so I don't know."

Bai Zhi complained, "Look at you, as an elder, you can't help me at all when it matters. You're so cold-hearted."

"If you need money, just tell me. I'm not an expert in other areas, so how can I help you?"

The wealthy Boss Ye didn't want to mention Ye Rufeng; he was only interested in spending money on his niece. "I'll transfer you some money later. You need funds to open a clinic, so don't worry about it yourself."

"The money is enough," Bai Zhi said.

"It's always good to have some extra money when you're traveling. Give me your address and I'll wire you the money."

Hearing that Ye Tian had already decided to transfer money to him, Bai Zhi quickly refused, "Uncle, you don't need to transfer the money to me. I have enough funds right now. But there is one more thing I would like to ask you."

"If there's anything else, just tell me. If it's something your uncle can do, he'll naturally help you with it." Ye Tiandong was always proactive when it came to his niece's affairs.

"After you arrive in Nancheng, could you take some time to visit Grandma Zhou?" Bai Zhi asked tentatively.

Ye Tiandong asked, puzzled, "Why?"

"Go check it out for me."

“No, it should be to visit my grandmother’s old friends on her behalf.” She had a sudden inspiration and gave Ye Tiandong a reason that he couldn’t refuse. “I heard from Dr. Zhou that his mother’s condition has improved and she doesn’t run around anymore. She often talks about my grandmother. You are my grandmother’s son, so why don’t you go and see her?”