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Chapter 450: Promise
Chapter 450: Promise
Whether in the present or the future, medical equipment is always expensive. Many devices in the Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital cost tens of thousands, while some even go up to hundreds of thousands or millions. With his reward of two million dollars, Gu Wenfeng could only afford a limited number of these devices.
Lu Jiaxin gently suggested, "Brother Gu, regarding this reward of two million, perhaps you should discuss it with your wife before making a decision."
Gu Wenfeng shook his head, "There's no need to consult her. My decision stands."
Upon hearing this, Lu Jiaxin felt a mix of emotions. While their selflessness and dedication to the country were admirable, it also meant that their own family had to make sacrifices and endure neglect.
Thinking of how she had enjoyed peace and comfort in her previous life, Lu Jiaxin knew it was because of the sacrifices made by these brave and admirable people. She said, "Two million can't buy much equipment. I have a major investment project coming up, and by the end of the year, I'll be able to purchase a large batch."
Gu Wenfeng wanted to refuse, but the words stuck in his throat. Knowing that such equipment could save the lives of many comrades in their military district, he couldn't bring himself to decline.
After a moment, she looked at Gu Wenfeng and asked, "Medical equipment is scarce on the mainland as well. Many military hospitals will be vying for these supplies. If you intend to donate them, you should decide on the recipient in advance."
Without hesitation, Gu Wenfeng named the place that held his heart—a place of life and death struggles, forever entwined with his dreams and memories.
Lu Jiaxin committed the name to memory and nodded, "Alright, that's where we'll donate them."
Filled with gratitude, Gu Wenfeng sincerely said, "Thank you, Boss."
Lu Jiaxin shook her head, her tone earnest, "You don't have to thank me. I was able to grow up without worry because of the sacrifices and dedication of people like you."
Gu Wenfeng's eyes stung with unshed tears at her words, but he held them back. "Boss, I may not be able to protect you in the future, and Wang Lin will need an extended period of rest as well. Aside from Miao Na, there aren't many capable people by your side right now."
Not wanting him to worry about such matters, Lu Jiaxin reassured him, "You just focus on recovering. Ah Zhan has assigned two reliable bodyguards to me, and he himself has hired four additional bodyguards at a considerable cost."
"Mercenaries?" Gu Wenfeng inquired.
Lu Jiaxin nodded slightly. Although Miao Na had told her that these four individuals were not mercenaries, their identities were unknown to her. However, she trusted that if Nie Zhan was willing to employ them, they must be trustworthy, and she didn't pry further.
After a moment of silence, Gu Wenfeng spoke again, "Boss, you can't rely solely on Mr. Nie. Human hearts are unpredictable, especially when it comes to matters of the heart. If he changes his mind in the future, you'll be surrounded by his people, and that could put you in a dangerous situation."
Lu Jiaxin understood his concern and smiled, "Then, once you're better, go back to the mainland and bring some people over to train and protect me."
She knew that this was only a temporary arrangement and that she couldn't rely solely on Nie Zhan's people. As Gu Wenfeng had pointed out, human hearts were fickle, and while Nie Zhan was wholeheartedly devoted to her now, the future was uncertain. She couldn't afford to hand over all her trump cards to someone else, leaving herself vulnerable in case of any changes.
Seeing that she hadn't lost her rationality due to love, Gu Wenfeng felt relieved.
After chatting for a while, Lu Jiaxin noticed that Gu Wenfeng was looking tired, so she decided to let him rest and headed home. On her way back, she couldn't help but think of Qian Xiaoxiao, hoping that by next year, she would have transformed for the better.
Soon after returning home, Lu Jiaxin received a call from Shi Xinyu, "I'm fine now. Do you want to come and see me? I'll be home all afternoon."
After the kidnapping incident, she didn't dare go anywhere else and planned to stay at home.
"Then I'll come over now," Lu Jiaxin replied.
Shi Xinyu brought over a variety of delicious treats, including Lu Jiaxin's favorite custard tarts with flaky, layered pastry. Lu Jiaxin couldn't resist and indulged in two of them before expressing her thanks.
Shi Xinyu noticed the absence of any lingering fear or anxiety on Lu Jiaxin's face and couldn't help but admire her resilience, "I read about the kidnapping in the newspaper and wanted to visit you in the hospital, but Nie Zhan said you needed rest and declined. I was worried that you might be traumatized, but it seems I was just being overly anxious."
Lu Jiaxin smiled, "I was scared at the time, but now that the kidnappers have been caught, I feel much better."
Shi Xinyu was surprised, "All three of the kidnappers who escaped were caught? Even the one who was badly injured?"
Lu Jiaxin took a sip of her floral tea before replying, "The one who was severely injured didn't receive timely treatment and bled to death. The other two were captured on the mainland."
"Did they reveal who their mastermind was?" Shi Xinyu asked.
Lu Jiaxin shook her head, "No, the middleman who contacted them was also killed, so the trail went cold. Let's not talk about these unpleasant things anymore. How much did your coffee shop make last month?"
The case was still under investigation, and through her connection with Nie Zhan, Lu Jiaxin was privy to inside information that she couldn't share with others. She didn't want to lie to Shi Xinyu, so she steered the conversation away from the topic.
Shi Xinyu didn't press further and happily chatted about her coffee shop instead, "Last month, I made a profit of twenty-eight thousand. Business has been even better this month, especially after work hours. Many people come to drink coffee, and they all say that my coffee and pastries are delicious. They were recommended by others."
Her monthly allowance was ten thousand, so twenty-eight thousand was a significant increase. More importantly, she felt a sense of satisfaction and pride in having her efforts recognized and praised by her family and Tao Yong. That feeling was priceless.
Lu Jiaxin congratulated her.
Shi Xinyu beamed, "After my dad and mommy learned that my coffee shop is making money, they praised me for being capable and increased my allowance from ten thousand to thirty thousand."
Lu Jiaxin secretly thought that she was fortunate to be a billionaire now and didn't have to feel envious. In her previous life, she would have turned green with jealousy at this point.
Shi Xinyu continued, "Jiaxin, I now have over five hundred thousand in my account. Sister Meitong told me that keeping the money in the bank is a loss, and she suggested that I buy property."
Lu Jiaxin agreed that buying property was the best option, as it was a stable investment with guaranteed returns, "You can take out a mortgage for two properties. Once they're ready for occupancy, you can rent them out and collect rent while waiting for their value to appreciate."
After all, Shi Xinyu had the support of her parents, and if she needed money for the mortgage, she could always turn to them. Ah, the perks of having a supportive family!
Seeing that Lu Jiaxin supported her idea, Shi Xinyu decided to go ahead with the plan to buy property.
Lu Jiaxin recalled something Shi Xinyu had mentioned before, "I remember you saying that your third brother is in the medical equipment business, right?"
Shi Xinyu nodded, "Yes, what about it? Do you want to buy some medical equipment? If it's for personal use, I'll give it to you as a gift."
Lu Jiaxin shook her head, "It's not for me. Su Dage wants to buy some. His grandfather and father are getting on in years, especially his grandfather, who has mobility issues and health conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes. He wants to purchase equipment to monitor blood pressure and blood sugar levels at home, but he's not sure what to buy, so he's looking for someone knowledgeable to recommend suitable options."
Shi Xinyu was naive but not foolish. She immediately understood that Lu Jiaxin wanted to introduce her third brother to Su Hexuan, "Sure, I'll talk to my third brother when I get back."
(End of Chapter)
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