Chapter 830 - 389: Teaching to Fish, The Chance to Make Merit Arrives (Part 2)

Chapter 830: Chapter 389: Teaching to Fish, The Chance to Make Merit Arrives (Part 2)

"Why not look for a job?"

Li Jingsheng asked her.

"People see that my mom has a child, and they don’t dare to hire her."

The little boy was indeed adorable; after being scolded by his mother, he still rushed to answer.

"The child is so well-behaved. You must let him go to school; otherwise, it will ruin the child’s future."

Li Jingsheng persuaded the woman.

"He doesn’t have an identity document."

This time she finally spoke, marking the first formal conversation with Li Jingsheng.

Perhaps she was genuinely hungry.

She was eating quickly, her manner more masculine than a man’s.

"What’s the reason he doesn’t have an identity document? As long as there’s a birth certificate, getting it is not difficult."

"I gave birth to him at home, so there’s no birth certificate."

"You should be able to get an identity document by contacting the local police station and village committee for verification, right? It’s easier to register during a census."

Li Jingsheng didn’t know much about these policies.

He only knew a little.

"Can’t get one."

She uttered just one phrase.

Encountering such a woman makes one feel quite helpless.

"Why are you living under the bridge with your child? It’s so dangerous! You’re so young; what if you encounter bad people?"

Li Jingsheng dared not directly ask about her family situation, so he tried to approach the topic indirectly.

Thankfully, he had built some skill in communicating with difficult relatives and patients during normal times.

"We’re not afraid. I sleep with a kitchen knife under my pillow."

As she said this, she glanced at Li Jingsheng with a strange look in her eyes.

What’s that supposed to mean?

Could it be she’s suspicious that Li Jingsheng has ill intentions toward her?

Li Jingsheng’s girlfriend was much prettier than her. Moreover, given her current state, even if she was eager, Li Jingsheng wouldn’t be interested.

"When did your leg get burned?"

"The day before yesterday."

She was likely using a makeshift stove outside to boil water, which tipped over and caused the burn.

These types of pebble-built stoves are extremely dangerous.

Anyone with survival skills knows not to use river stones to build stoves. These stones often explode under high heat.

This is extremely dangerous.

"Do you have an ID? I’m a registered doctor, and prior to treating patients, a registration is needed. I can disinfect and bandage your wound for free, but it requires registration first."

Li Jingsheng was actually indirectly asking her for identification.

She hesitated for a moment, but eventually pulled out her ID from her pocket and handed it to Li Jingsheng.

Upon receiving the ID, he compared it with her, confirming it wasn’t a fake ID.

After seeing the birth date on the ID, Li Jingsheng was shocked.

This woman appeared to be in her early thirties, but her actual age was only 24.

Her child was already seven years old, which meant she began living with a man at sixteen and got pregnant at seventeen.

Her aged appearance might be attributed to poor living conditions.

People who live poorly tend to appear older.

Li Jingsheng took a photo with his phone.

He didn’t dare to photograph the woman, fearing it might trigger her sensitive nerves.

He returned the ID to her.

"Your ID has expired, do you know that?"

"Yes."

She knew about this issue.

"I’ll disinfect and bandage your wound first. However, you definitely need to go to a hospital for treatment. If you’re willing, I can help you contact a hospital and try to secure free treatment for you."

Judging by her situation, she didn’t seem to have money for treatment.

The burn was severe, and the delay in treatment would likely incur significant costs.

Honestly, Li Jingsheng could only try to find relief organizations to help her.

No one would probably want to take this issue on.

She didn’t speak, but upon hearing about free treatment, a hopeful expression appeared on her face.

"I’ll ask when I get back. But I can’t guarantee anything; I’ll do my best to help."

He had to clarify what he could do.

"Thank you!"

This was the first time she expressed gratitude to Li Jingsheng.

"You’re welcome. Anyone encountering your situation would lend a hand. Your idea is to not return home and stay in Jiangli City, right?"

"Yes!"

She nodded.

After finishing her meal box, she looked much better.

Already burnt, and with almost nothing to eat, her physical state was worrying.

"If, after your injury heals, I can help you find stable work so your child can attend school normally, would you be willing?"

"It’s difficult. I even struggle to find a job that pays two thousand a month with meals and lodging included."

"You could change your approach, find a job, and rent a single room to live with your child. Many employers fear complications from hiring someone with a child."

Li Jingsheng pointed out a new path to her.

"But I don’t even have money for rent right now."

She said somewhat painfully.

"Let’s focus on healing your injury. Afterward, I’ll lend you money for rent, and you can pay me back once you have money. But there’s a condition; you must find a job before I’ll lend you money."

With his current wealth, giving her a thousand yuan is a minor matter.

However, to truly help someone stand on their own, you must teach them how to fish.

Not just gift them a fish or two.

Forcing her to find a proper job is the real way of helping her to stand up. This will allow her and her child to live normally in the city.

Otherwise, a child so young not attending school would be ruining the child’s future, wouldn’t it?

"Yes!"

She readily agreed upon hearing this.

Li Jingsheng carefully disinfected her wound, the pain caused her to continually grimace and grit her teeth. Then he bandaged her simply.

"You don’t have a fever, do you?"

"I think a little. I felt unusually cold while sleeping, but my forehead seemed hot."

"This is caused by an infection. I’ll try to figure something out afterward. Stay here with your child. If no hospitals are willing to treat you, I’ll bring some medicine by this evening."

Li Jingsheng worried the woman might not stay put with her child.

He naturally needed to find a way to keep her stable.

Leaving the culvert, Li Jingsheng contemplated whom to approach about this matter.

The city already had a regulation for treating and assisting sick or injured homeless people.

Asking Dean Fu might provide a solution.

Li Jingsheng dialed Dean Fu’s number.

"Xiaoli, what’s up?"

"I wanted to consult you on a matter."

"Is it about the online rumors defaming you?"

"Not that issue. And regarding that, I should thank you and the hospital for handling it, otherwise I wouldn’t know how to manage." He took the opportunity to thank Dean Fu.

"Next time you encounter such problems, you should directly contact the hospital; don’t try to handle it yourself foolishly."

"Understood, thank you so much for always caring and helping me grow," Li Jingsheng expressed his gratitude before moving on. "I just came across a homeless person severely burned and living under a bridge. She has no money for hospital treatment, and her ID is expired. Is there a way to help her?"

"Simple, just dial 120. Our hospital ambulance will go and bring her in. The treatment costs will be covered by the relief fund."

Dean Fu offered advice.

Turns out, dealing with it was simpler than expected.

Li Jingsheng had overcomplicated the situation.

After dialing 120 and explaining the location and injury details, they processed it normally, stating an ambulance would soon be dispatched.

Li Jingsheng felt reassured now.

...

Upon returning to the clinic, he became absorbed in work, focusing entirely on the patients.

Nearing four in the afternoon, Director Hua from the Second Hospital called.

Li Jingsheng secretly wondered if the orthopedics department had another problematic case requiring his consultation.

"Jingsheng, a special case just came to our orthopedics department, Director Jia’s grandson. He injured his neck and left hand on a slide. After taking an X-ray, ideally, you’ll need to come personally."

Director Hua invited him to perform a function crucially.

Director Jia’s grandson being treated at the Second Hospital signified recognition.

Many medical staff likely wanted to grab the spotlight.

"Alright, I’ll arrange things with my patients and head over immediately."

Li Jingsheng didn’t hesitate.

Cultivating good relationships with high-level leaders ensures smoother future requests.

Opportunities to shine like this are dreamt of by many.

Currently, only Li Jingsheng at the Second Hospital had the skills.

Expertise in bone setting was limited to him and Dr. Xu.

Dr. Xu was still recuperating and it was impossible for him to go to the Second Hospital to please Director Jia.

This left Li Jingsheng to step up.

After arranging with his current patients, he promptly pedaled his bike to the Second Hospital.