CHAPTER 39: CHAPTER 39: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING A BACKGROUND CHARACTER

Upon hearing Zhao Heng’s words, Li Haiyang fell silent.

He naturally understands that when these directors praise people, it’s often just talk.

In today’s world, especially among these big shots, it’s more about the exchange of core interests.

And the way Gao Jun looks after Zhao Heng is truly rare.

"Dr. Li, go rest early."

Zhao Heng said lightly.

Looking at Li Haiyang, he still thinks Gao Jun is just a straightforward senior anesthetist, which is why he suggested Zhao Heng become a contracted worker in the emergency department.

This also indicates that Gao Jun indeed hides his background very deeply. Probably, besides Xu Man Ni, few people in Eastern Hospital know about his background.

"Alright."

Li Haiyang sighed and felt a bit defeated seeing Zhao Heng’s indifferent demeanor.

Typically, when a low-level surgical instrument technician gets an offer to work in the emergency department as a contracted worker, they should be overjoyed. It’s a big leap forward.

But seeing Zhao Heng’s calmness, Li Haiyang knew he was determined to follow Gao Jun in anesthesia.

This also suggested that, in Li Haiyang’s mind, working in anesthesia isn’t as good as working in surgery.

Of course, nobody dares to openly express such thoughts, or else all the anesthetists would simply say, "If you think you can do better, go ahead," which would be quite amusing.

"Dr. Li, how’s Dr. Xia?"

Zhao Heng suddenly thought of Xia Xiaoyu and asked Li Haiyang.

"Are you talking about her? She’s already submitted her transfer application and will probably move to the endocrinology department next."

Li Haiyang replied.

"That’s quite suitable for her."

Zhao Heng nodded.

"Who wouldn’t say so? Now, people just change departments, and I can hardly understand them."

Li Haiyang also expressed some sighs.

This department transfer is not simple at all.

Especially in Eastern Hospital, without connections, most doctors are stuck in one department.

Unlike Xia Xiaoyu, who decisively and swiftly changes departments.

Xia Xiaoyu worked under Li Haiyang for so long with impressive connections, yet Li Haiyang knows nothing about it.

This naturally made Li Haiyang reflect a bit.

After leaving the operating room, Zhao Heng naturally went to the operating room where Gao Jun was.

Once inside, standing beside Gao Jun, Gao Jun glanced at Zhao Heng and suddenly said, "Given today’s situation where Li Haiyang is particularly tired, it’s understandable for you to take over for a while so he can rest. Li Haiyang is indeed trustworthy; next time if someone else is performing the main surgery, today’s situation shouldn’t happen."

Why is it that so many anesthetists stay focused on their duties and never meddle in surgical matters?

Because performing anesthesia well is the greatest support for the surgeons.

Otherwise, many anesthetists come from surgical backgrounds, and many of them are quite skilled at surgeries themselves.

"Yes, today is a special circumstance, I’ll pay more attention in the future."

Zhao Heng nodded; truth be told, if Li Haiyang hadn’t been doing the surgery, he wouldn’t have intervened today either.

If it wasn’t for people like Li Haiyang, Zhao Heng’s actions today would indeed seem like an effort with no reward.

Wanting to help, you must see what kind of person you’re dealing with.

"Teacher, I heard Dr. Xia transferred departments."

After pausing, Zhao Heng continued.

"Isn’t that quite normal."

Gao Jun replied without surprise.

From his tone, it was obvious he knew what kind of connections Xia Xiaoyu had behind her.

In today’s world, without personal connections, it’s truly hard to move an inch.

"Everyone has their strengths, the kind of personality Xia Xiaoyu has makes surgery difficult for her, going to internal medicine is indeed suitable."

After pausing, Gao Jun continued.

Without strong resilience and excellent psychological qualities, surviving in surgery is indeed difficult.

"Changing departments just like that is impressive."

Zhao Heng remarked sarcastically.

"Her father is a retired senior official in the department, even though he’s retired, handling something like this is still quite easy."

Gao Jun said.

This is the difference in connections and circles; Xia Xiaoyu worked under Li Haiyang for so long, yet he knew nothing about her background, but with Gao Jun, everything is crystal clear.

His intention in sharing this with Zhao Heng is to broaden Zhao Heng’s horizons.

In the future, Zhao Heng would switch to management and administration, thus requiring someone dedicated to medicine, allowing both sides to support each other for a stable path forward.

Nowadays, merely focusing on administration, without tangible achievements, doesn’t lead to much.

Especially in the medical field, it must be combined with genuine results to progress.

"Don’t think Eastern Hospital is full of imperial relatives and everyone is well-connected. Zhao, let me tell you this, without strong connections or outstanding technical skills, it’s impossible to get into Eastern Hospital, do you understand?"

Seeing Zhao Heng’s astonished look, Gao Jun continued.

"Then, does this mean your background is the strongest, Teacher?"

Zhao Heng couldn’t help but ask with curiosity.

"Me? Perhaps, but there’s always someone better, someone in a higher place; I wouldn’t be surprised if one day someone reveals they are backed by a true big shot."

Gao Jun thought for a moment and replied, considering Kyoto is a place with hidden talents.

"So it’s better not to be too high-profile?"

Upon hearing Gao Jun’s words, Zhao Heng suddenly thought of Song Siming.

Almost the entire Eastern Hospital was spreading the news that he’s the sure Vice President.

Such high-profile behavior is completely different from Gao Jun’s actions.

"In small places, having a bit of connection or being personally impressive, being high-profile is fine. But in places like Eastern Hospital, it’s better to be low-key, otherwise, you never know when someone might target you, and that would be very uncomfortable."

Gao Jun said with intention.

He clearly understood who Zhao Heng was referring to when talking about high-profile individuals.

One could say, the higher up someone is, the more the image they present to others might be purposely crafted.

In the entertainment industry, this would be called creating a persona.

"Uh-huh, uh-huh."

Zhao Heng nodded repeatedly.

If it weren’t for Gao Jun, Zhao Heng wouldn’t know about these things.

Although the golden touch will eventually elevate his skills to a world-class level, such interpersonal knowledge wouldn’t come without guidance, possibly not for a lifetime.

This is the difference in family background and identity, leading to different perspectives.

"The hospital is inherently a place rife with disputes, just do your part well."

Gao Jun said earnestly.

He genuinely values Zhao Heng; otherwise, he wouldn’t share so many heartfelt sentiments.

Perhaps this is fate.