Chapter 562: Turning the Tables with a Counterattack - Fire Chief vs. Surgeon: A Tale of Relentless Pursuit - NovelsTime

Fire Chief vs. Surgeon: A Tale of Relentless Pursuit

Chapter 562: Turning the Tables with a Counterattack

Author: The Emperess
updatedAt: 2026-01-24

CHAPTER 562: CHAPTER 562: TURNING THE TABLES WITH A COUNTERATTACK

Ah?

"Betray which leader?"

Lu Jing really wasn’t too clear about the whole "Employee of the Month" affair in their department, and as for what Xiao Tang mentioned, he was even more bewildered.

He just saw Xiao Tang sniffle a few more times before starting to explain again slowly.

This time, Lu Jing completely understood.

It meant that a few days ago, the Nurse Director was reported by someone, and there were rumors saying it was done by someone internally.

Coincidentally, the annual list of exemplary individuals came out.

In previous years, the name of the Nurse Director was certainly on the list, but this time, it was not, and instead, Xiao Tang’s name was added.

Xiao Tang had only graduated two years ago and became an official employee last year; based on seniority, it really wasn’t likely for her to make the cut for the recognition.

After all, there were plenty of excellent people in the department, many of whom had been there for years.

But there were also exceptions.

Lu Jing felt that Xiao Tang was truly responsible in her work, and it made sense for her to receive the recognition.

But others didn’t feel the same way, and even started gossiping behind her back.

The dismissal Xiao Tang mentioned wasn’t just because of this; after all, this matter could easily be clarified.

The main reason was that a few days ago, Xiao Tang had been set up on a blind date by her family, and the match happened to be a staff member from the Health and Construction Committee. Someone saw them together during the date, took pictures, and reported them to the hospital.

Those with ulterior motives used these two incidents to add fuel to the fire, making it difficult for the leadership to save face.

Therefore, Xiao Tang was temporarily suspended.

As for dismissal, there hasn’t been any official document issued yet.

After understanding all this, as an outsider, Lu Jing’s thoughts were clearer and more rational than Xiao Tang’s.

After all, being a few years older with more experience has its advantages.

"Alright, it’s okay, don’t scare yourself, the hospital won’t be so unjust, as long as you’re upright, you need not fear a crooked shadow!"

"But, but..."

"Don’t worry, don’t worry, I’ll call the director and ask about it."

Xiao Tang obviously knew about Lu Jing’s mentor-mentee relationship with the director, so she didn’t object.

"Have some water."

"Mhm."

Lu Jing wasn’t just all talk; after passing the water to Xiao Tang, he picked up his phone and made a call.

The phone was picked up after probably ringing twice:

"Girl, what’s up?"

"Teacher, I wanted to ask you something, is it convenient for you right now?"

"Mm, it’s convenient, what do you want to ask?"

Lu Jing didn’t hesitate:

"Teacher, I just wanted to ask about Nurse Xiao Tang’s situation in our department, what exactly is going on?

With so many hospital leaders reviewing, the Employee of the Month selection shouldn’t have any mistakes, right?"

The director wasn’t foolish, naturally guessing what this might be about:

"Is that young lady with you there?"

Cough cough.

"Yes, teacher, let’s stick to the facts."

Hmph.

The director laughed on the phone:

"Alright, you’re getting serious.

You’re right, there’s no problem with the Employee of the Month, it was given to Xiao Tang, there are no underhanded dealings there."

"Then why was she suspended? Who reported her?"

It wasn’t just out of curiosity; he wanted to know who the person was, skulking in the shadows causing trouble.

Such people couldn’t be deeply associated with; who knows when they might turn and bite you?

"Girl, I don’t know who reported it, all the decisions are made by the hospital leadership.

But, there really shouldn’t be any major issues, tell the young lady not to worry too much."

The conversation had reached this point, and Lu Jing couldn’t keep asking.

"Mm, okay, thank you, teacher."

Novel