The reason is quite simple: doctors, more than anyone, don't want conflicts over money, and they understand that treating illnesses can be very expensive.
Taking out her phone, Xie Wanying proactively suggested to the child's grandmother, "I'll talk to his mom and dad."
The child's grandmother, eager to pass on this troublesome task, nodded at her: "Yes, let you doctors talk to his parents. I'm old and can't explain things clearly."
Grandparents raising grandchildren often feel a sense of inferiority, fearing most that they will misunderstand or miscommunicate the intentions of teachers or doctors, only to be criticized by their children and in-laws for being mentally slow afterward.
The call went through, and shortly after, it was the child's mother who picked up.
