Qiao Dahua left with disappointment.
He wasn't foolish; from the tones of Bai Guanghai and Jin Peng, he could tell they were very wary of Ling Tian.
If even those figures couldn't afford to offend Ling Tian, then Qiao Dahua, who dared not even speak loudly in front of Jin Peng, was utterly insignificant.
Of course, he had left his lawyer there. Since the orphanage now had money, repaying the debt was no longer an issue, rendering his holding of the debt useless.
This time, he had suffered a significant loss. Although the debt was over 60 million, he had acquired these debts at a premium, spending over 80 million in total!
The book loss was negligible compared to the time, effort, and favors he had invested in planning this entire affair, which were also substantial. He had truly lost out.
Following this, Ling Tian, along with Dean Sun Jiayi, began a tour of the Hope Charity Orphanage.
The orphanage housed over a hundred children, the youngest being two years old and the oldest sixteen.
Only thirty percent of these children were healthy; the majority suffered from physical disabilities or had very challenging congenital diseases.
The orphanage had fewer than twenty permanent staff members, facing immense pressure. Fortunately, volunteers frequently assisted, making their lives somewhat easier.
Ling Tian observed the dilapidated and worn-out facilities of the orphanage, feeling the immense hardship faced by everyone there.
However, what moved Ling Tian was that despite the poor facilities and lack of funds, no one in the orphanage – whether teachers, staff, or the children themselves – had lost hope in life.
The staff even used their spare time to make paper boxes, rags, and handicrafts to supplement the orphanage's expenses.
Even the children were remarkably sensible, engaging in production during their free time.
Furthermore, the healthy children in the orphanage did not discriminate against those with illnesses or disabilities; instead, they offered as much help as possible to those children.
Ling Tian and Wang Bingxia exchanged glances, understanding each other's thoughts.
"Dean Sun, you are a truly great person. Your work is immeasurable in its merit, and therefore, I am willing to extend a helping hand and contribute my humble efforts.
Please provide me with your account details. I will personally donate one hundred million yuan to the Hope Charity Orphanage.
You can use this money to clear your debts, and the remainder can be used to renovate the dormitories and improve the staff's benefits."
Dean Sun was overwhelmed with emotion. She had been suffocating under the weight of the debt.
"Thank you, thank you!
Right now, all I wish for is to repay the debt. As for the remaining money, please keep it for the children's medical expenses.
The children's medical bills are a bottomless pit!"
Ling Tian pondered for a moment and then asked, "Where are the children currently receiving treatment?"
"We have a mutual assistance and co-construction agreement with the community hospital in our district, so the children's general treatments are carried out there. They only charge us the cost price.
For severe illnesses, they are sent to Jiangshan City Second Hospital. That hospital is also our mutual assistance unit, and they significantly reduce our fees.
In fact, a large portion of our outstanding debt is owed to the hospitals for medical expenses..."
Ling Tian nodded. Many of Qiao Dahua's debts this time had been acquired from the hospitals.
Hospitals also had performance evaluations, and the hospital leadership was eager to offload this mess.
It was understandable for the hospitals to sell their creditor rights when someone was willing to take over these debts at a premium.
"Dean Sun, I have an idea. Actually, I own a hospital with considerable medical strength and a capable medical team.
I believe my team can take over the subsequent treatment for the children in your orphanage.
I have reviewed the children's conditions and medical records; most of their illnesses can be cured, and even if not completely curable, relevant treatments can significantly improve their living conditions!"
"Really? That would be wonderful. On behalf of these children, I thank you!" Dean Sun Jiayi said, her voice trembling with emotion.
"However, there is one issue."
"Please, go on!"
"Your orphanage is located in a place that is actually quite inconvenient.
This is a busy downtown area with severe air pollution and a lot of noise. Most importantly, the orphanage has limited space, and its development prospects are severely restricted. Look at the children; six or seven of them are crammed into one room, and they don't even have enough space to exercise. Outside, there's only a basketball court..."
Dean Sun's expression turned somber upon hearing this.
"Alas, there's nothing that can be done. This is the only piece of land and property I have left. Of course, I wish to provide the children with a better living environment, but I lack the means."
"I do have an idea."
"Please, tell me!"
"My suggestion is that you could relocate to the suburbs, or even the countryside!
The air there is much better, more conducive to the children's physical and mental health. Moreover, land is cheaper there, and there are many suitable locations, providing ample space for the children to grow.
As for this current location, you could renovate it and rent it out, generating millions in rental income annually.
With such an income stream, the orphanage wouldn't have to live such a difficult life."
"Alas, Mr. Ling Tian, as I mentioned earlier, if the orphanage were to relocate, it would be difficult for these long-serving employees to continue serving the orphanage."
Ling Tian smiled, "Dean Sun, this is actually not a problem. You could improve their benefits, for instance, by doubling their salaries.
Additionally, we can provide shuttle services and accommodation. I believe with these assurances and a multi-pronged approach, those long-serving employees would choose to stay with you.
Consider this: renting out the land would bring in millions annually. Improving employee benefits and providing shuttle services and accommodation are not insurmountable tasks."
"Ling Tian, to be honest, I have considered these matters. However, even if we were to relocate, the new orphanage would need to be prepared before we could move the children.
Furthermore, this requires a substantial amount of startup capital. Where would we get such funds... Even if you give us one hundred million, after repaying the debt, the remaining amount would only be enough for one or two years of maintenance," Sun Jiayi said with a dejected expression.
"Dean Sun, how about this: please consider the relocation carefully.
As long as you are willing to relocate, all relocation expenses, including startup capital, will be borne by our Bing Tian Charity Foundation!
And all the income generated from renting out the land will belong entirely to your orphanage!"