Everyone offered suggestions.
Lu Ao scrolled through the messages, jotting down some useful information.
Xiang Xingchang called. "Lu Ao, what happened with your family member being sick? I have a friend at the provincial hospital who might be able to help take a look."
"Actually, it's someone from my hometown." Lu Ao explained Brother Chen's situation and said, "His family is having a hard time, and he isn't very educated. I'm worried he might have trouble going to a big city alone, so I wanted to find someone to look after him."
After hearing this, Xiang Xingchang immediately said, "Leave it to me. I'll ask my friend to take a look. What's your fellow townsman's name, and which doctor did he register with? Send it all to me, and I'll ask my friend."
"Wait a moment. I'll have Brother Chen contact you. Thanks for the trouble."
"No need to thank me. It's just a small favor." Xiang Xingchang had not expected Lu Ao to be so warmhearted, and it somewhat overturned his impression of him.
Lu Ao had no idea what he was thinking. "Then Brother Chen's matter is in your hands. I bought some fruit saplings, so come to my place for fruit next year."
"Hahaha, sure. I'll bring a few friends along next year."
"You're welcome anytime. If Brother Chen and his family run short of money during the hospitalization, please let me know too. I'll think of something."
"Okay. If it comes to that, we'll figure something out together."
After Lu Ao hung up, a message popped up in the notification bar. Little Du asked with concern what had happened.
Lu Ao explained Old Chen's family's situation again.
Little Du called as well. "Brother Lu, people in their situation can apply for aid. Several assistance programs have