Chapter 760 - 730: Took the Wrong Medicine
The expert team from the Provincial People’s Hospital also arrived, led by Qin Guoming, the vice president of Changxing Hospital, and entered the operating room. These experts were not there to observe the surgery; they were urgently summoned for a consultation.
Qiao Yuanjiang did not trust the capabilities of Changxing Hospital, so he mobilized his connections to temporarily organize this expert team, rushing from Nanjiang to save Qiao Rulong’s life. As his uncle, this was all he could do; even if it failed, he had an explanation for the old man.
Upon hearing this news during the surgery, Shu Yuanhang felt somewhat displeased and instructed his assistant to tell Qin Guoming that if any expert dared to enter the operating room and interfere with his work, they would be held responsible for any issues that arose during the procedure.
Qin Guoming was also very embarrassed; he couldn’t make the decision and promptly reported to Zhao Feiyang.
Zhao Feiyang was actually in the operating room too, as Pei Lin’s organ donation surgery had long been completed, and she lay on the operating table dressed.
During these hours, Zhao Feiyang sat quietly beside Pei Lin, staring at her pale face, recalling every moment since they met. He increasingly realized how unfortunate this woman was; she hadn’t enjoyed many good days with him, and even in death, she left him with such a huge favor. Whatever mistakes she may have made in life were insignificant compared to her organ donation.
With Pei Lin’s death, the investigation surrounding her naturally lost its purpose. Her death safeguarded his reputation and protected his son’s future.
Silently, Zhao Feiyang etched a few names in his heart: Tang Jingwei and Tang Jinglun. It was the schemes of these brothers that led to Pei Lin’s tragedy; Yang Mufeng, the vile and shameless scoundrel, deserved what he got. And Xu Chunliang, Pei Lin had clearly sought his help, so why didn’t he help? Even Zhao Xiaohui, that kind of woman, encountered trouble, and he could stand up for her. Why couldn’t he do the same when Pei Lin asked for help?
Lu Qi, if it weren’t for his relentless pursuit of Pei Lin, she wouldn’t have been driven to such desperation. Pei Lin was already deceased, yet he insisted on investigating the food in the box, clearly targeting me.
Zhao Feiyang’s heart was repeatedly scorched by the flames of hatred, and his life’s goal was no longer Changxing Hospital, but justice. He wanted justice for Pei Lin, for the child, and for himself.
The timing of Qin Guoming’s call couldn’t have been worse. When Zhao Feiyang figured out the matter, he immediately burst out: "Qin Guoming, don’t you have any brains? Why let them into the operating room? This is a sign of distrust towards Changxing and a mockery of our medical capabilities. You go and tell them, if they don’t trust us, they can let the expert team take full charge, provided they sign a liability agreement. If anything happens to Qiao Rulong, they are responsible!"
Zhao Feiyang’s voice was so loud that even though Qin Guoming didn’t have the speaker on, it had the effect of being on speaker, leaving him embarrassed.
Qin Guoming lowered his voice and said, "Dean Zhao, I really can’t handle this matter."
"If you can’t handle it, then resign!" Zhao Feiyang hung up the phone in anger.
He reached out, gently caressing Pei Lin’s pale, cold face, and his voice suddenly turned tender: "Xiaolin, I’ll be away for a while. Don’t worry; I won’t remarry in this lifetime, and I’ll take good care of our son."
Zhao Feiyang left the operating room and walked outside, seeing Qin Guoming standing in the corridor.
The expert team had already gone to prepare, and Zhao Feiyang pointed at Qin Guoming: "Changxing Hospital is not a place for chaos. You’re the vice president; just as you brought them in, take them out."
At that moment, the head nurse from the operating room approached, and seeing the stance of the two directors, she quickly stopped in her tracks.
Zhao Feiyang asked, "How’s the situation?"
"Everything is going smoothly. The heart transplant surgery has been completed, and the follow-up procedure is underway."
Zhao Feiyang pressed his lips together: "Very good. Dr. Shu has worked hard. No one is allowed to enter the surgical site without Dr. Shu’s permission, and I will bear any responsibility!"
Qin Guoming lowered his head, feeling a strange sensation. It seemed as if Zhao Feiyang had become a different person. Usually, people undergo personality changes after major events, but Zhao Feiyang’s change was too significant, as if he were a different person altogether.
Zhao Feiyang left the operating room and asked the hospital office director to prepare for Pei Lin’s funeral. This funeral would not be ostentatious, but it must not be shabby. He hadn’t given Pei Lin a perfect wedding, so he would give her a perfect funeral.
Zhao Feiyang adjusted his mood and went again to the VIP lounge.
Secretary Zhou saw Zhao Feiyang approaching and warmly greeted him: "Feiyang, come over, I have someone to introduce you to."
In fact, Zhao Feiyang had seen Qiao Yuanjiang before, but a person of Qiao Yuanjiang’s status didn’t have any impression of him.
Upon hearing that the heart used by Qiao Rulong was donated by Zhao Feiyang’s late wife, Qiao Yuanjiang immediately stood up and extended his hand to Zhao Feiyang: "Comrade Feiyang, thank you."
Zhao Feiyang pressed his lips and said, "There’s no need to thank me. My wife had long decided to donate her organs. Although she’s passed away, if her organs can save lives, that’s the last contribution she can make to society."
Qiao Yuanjiang held Zhao Feiyang’s hand tightly, somewhat excited, and said, "Such good deeds must be widely promoted." He had been responsible for publicity for many years, and this was second nature to him. Promoting positive energy while returning a favor, why not at all?
Zhao Feiyang shook his head: "Thank you, but my wife said before her death that she didn’t want this to be publicized, and didn’t want her donation to cause any trouble for the recipients. I hope you can keep this a secret, as it’s the greatest gratitude and respect for her."
Secretary Zhou was somewhat moved; the realm of Zhao Feiyang and his wife was truly admirable.
Zhao Feiyang said, "I came to inform everyone that Qiao Rulong’s surgery went very smoothly. The heart transplant operation has been successful, and we can say the most dangerous stage is over. Please continue to have faith in Changxing Hospital and trust in Dr. Shu’s surgical skills."
Secretary Zhou and Qiao Yuanjiang nodded simultaneously.
Zhao Feiyang didn’t stay long; he had to go back to arrange Pei Lin’s funeral. Staying here too long would make him seem indifferent.
As Zhao Feiyang was leaving, he happened to meet Tang Jinglun. Tang Jinglun came in a hurry and scolded Zhao Feiyang upon seeing him, "Feiyang, such a big incident happened, why didn’t you tell me? I’m an old friend of Secretary Qiao."
Zhao Feiyang responded rather indifferently, "Since you’re old friends, there’s even less need for me to tell you." He walked away without looking back.
Tang Jinglun thought to himself, what got into him today? His focus was on Qiao Rulong, not knowing that Pei Lin had already died.
Tang Jinglun arrived at the entrance of the VIP lounge but was stopped by two staff members. Tang Jinglun said, "I’m here to see Secretary Zhou; I’m the CEO of Hua Nian Group and a major shareholder of Changxing Hospital."
One of the staff members said, "I don’t care who you are; Secretary Zhou is resting, and no unauthorized personnel are allowed inside."
The rain grew heavier, and when Mei Ru Xue arrived at the hospital, it was pouring the hardest. The driver dropped her off at the entrance of the hospital building, and as Mei Ru Xue opened the car door, someone already held an umbrella over her head to shield her from the rain. She looked up and saw it was Xu Chunliang.
Mei Ru Xue hurried inside, with Xu Chunliang escorting her, collecting the umbrella in the lobby.
Mei Ru Xue asked, "How’s my brother doing?"
Xu Chunliang replied, "Everything went smoothly. The entire surgery should be completed in no more than two hours." He noticed Mei Ru Xue’s eyes were somewhat puffy, indicating she had been crying.
Xu Chunliang informed Mei Ru Xue that Qiao Yuanjiang and Ye Qingya had already arrived.
Mei Ru Xue first went to meet her sister-in-law at the entrance of the operating room. Both sisters-in-law behaved very strongly.
Xu Chunliang suggested, "Why not wait in the VIP lounge first? Waiting here doesn’t make much sense."
Ye Qingya said, "You take Xiaoxue over; I feel more at ease staying here."
Mei Ru Xue said, "I won’t go either."
Xu Chunliang didn’t interrupt their conversation and went to the vending machine to buy them water.
Mei Ru Xue held Ye Qingya’s hand; both of their hands were cold. Ye Qingya said, "Xiaoxue, you don’t need to worry. Your brother’s heart transplant surgery has been successful; there should be no life-threatening danger." Ostensibly, she was reassuring Mei Ru Xue, but she was also comforting herself.
Mei Ru Xue said, "Sister-in-law, I haven’t told Grandpa about this yet. I plan to tell him after the surgery."
Ye Qingya nodded, "Yes, Grandpa is quite old; let’s not shock him."
Mei Ru Xue looked around but didn’t see her uncle. He should be in the VIP lounge, she whispered, "Have you seen Uncle?"
Ye Qingya shook her head. Mei Ru Xue felt a bit displeased; her uncle should know that the sister-in-law had arrived and should come out to meet her whether emotionally or logically. Even though Ye Qingya had married into the Xu Family, her background was still with the Ye Family.
Mei Ru Xue also found it odd. Was Ye Qingya the only one who came from the Ye Family?
At that moment, Geng Wenxiu arrived with her elder brother Geng Wenjun. Before being promoted to the standing committee, Geng Wenjun was Mei Ru Xue’s direct supervisor, so his visit was understandable, even though he had no personal connection with Qiao Rulong. Yet, he didn’t want to miss the event.
While Xu Chunliang was buying water, Lu Qi called to ask about Qiao Rulong’s situation, and Xu Chunliang briefly told him the situation.
Lu Qi was somewhat downcast; the suspect had committed suicide, and the superiors had decided to shelve the case. He had just joined the special task force, and once again, he was being held accountable for inadequate work performance.
The superiors told him to put aside all work and rest for a while before heading to the Western Border for support. Though there was no public criticism, it effectively amounted to disciplinary action.
Lu Qi was full of grievances. When he went to Zhao Feiyang for a signature, Zhao Feiyang vented on him again.
Xu Chunliang advised him to let it go. Whether Yang Mufeng’s case was done by Pei Lin or not, the person is dead now, and pursuing it no longer has any meaning. Even if it was discovered it was done by Pei Lin, given her circumstances, she wouldn’t have been sentenced to death. Pei Lin’s choice to commit suicide was already self-punishment, and she even donated organs to save Qiao Rulong’s life.