Early the next morning,

all the exhausted people couldn’t help but start dozing off. Some of the relocated residents hadn’t been settled yet and had to lean on each other.

The soldiers had just fought all night and finally managed to seal the breach again, allowing them to catch their breath.

The local leaders were still busily shuttling around, forgetting their fatigue.

Rumble~

At that moment, a loud engine noise from a truck echoed on the road.

It woke up many people from their dreams, and they all stepped out to see what was going on.

In the distance, a long line of army-green appeared on the highway in everyone’s sight.

Those were army-green trucks!

"It’s the Liberation Army!"

"The Liberation Army is here!"

"The Liberation Army is really here!"

"We are saved!!"

"Honey! Get up! The Liberation Army is here!"

...

In an instant, the gray and silent village became as lively as the New Year.

Those who had just fallen asleep were also pulled up, rushing to the street, standing on tiptoe, and staring intently at the slowly approaching convoy.

Their eyes were filled with excitement and hope!

"Qin Feng, what’s happening outside?"

Cui Yiming, woken by the commotion, looked at Qin Feng sitting next to him and asked.

"Help has arrived."

Qin Feng turned his head, looking at him lying on the ground, with a smile on his lips.

"Help has arrived? They’re here?!"

Upon hearing this, Cui Yiming instantly jumped up, exclaiming with excitement,

"Then let’s go! Hurry and check it out!"

With that, he ignored the mud all over him and pulled Qin Feng to run outside.

At this moment, the only street was already filled with people, all coming out upon hearing the news.

"Did the Liberation Army really arrive?"

"They really have. We are saved."

"Mom, did you see that? The Liberation Army came to rescue us. You can rest in peace now, sob sob sob~"

A woman, around her twenties, standing nearby, covered her face and cried.

Her mother had been injured during the first breach two days ago, and she died before receiving treatment.

Her father was working in another city and couldn’t return, leaving only her and her younger brother.

The house was gone, her mother was gone, everything here was gone.

But she didn’t give up, because she knew her country would not abandon them.

At last, they have arrived....

"The rain has lessened. Come with me to the town government office."

Qin Feng looked at the sky, no longer dark and gloomy. In the light, the heavy rain had turned into moderate rain.

The two ran to the town government building and found Squad Leader Deng.

He made a call; his preparations should take action now. Relying solely on the nation was far from enough; every little help counted.

They stood on the second floor, watching the convoy entering the street—there weren’t only military trucks.

Following them were different colored vehicles, yellow for power support, white for medical rescue, blue for communication repair...

Everything needed was here!

Now they only needed to find Deputy Director Gao Sheng and that soldier.

....

Inside the town government conference room,

as Qin Feng had taken over Gao Sheng’s responsibilities, he was also invited to the meeting.

"Everyone, you are probably aware of the current situation."

Sitting at the head of the table was the town mayor, with a grave expression, unable to hide his exhaustion, even his voice was hoarse.

"Rest assured, leave the rest to us."

The leaders of the emergency departments and heads of various units nodded in confirmation.

"Additionally, it is urgent to search for the missing persons. The deputy director of the emergency department from Beijing Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Gao Sheng, fell into the river unexpectedly after rescuing an injured soldier on the dam last night. A soldier who went to save him fell into the water as well.

Please, at all costs, find them!

I beg you!"

After speaking, the town mayor stood up and bowed deeply to the soldiers in their combat uniforms.

"This is what we should and must do. Please rest assured that we will do our utmost to ensure the safety of every disaster-affected resident!"

The man stood up immediately, promising with a firm and resonant voice.

Then he saluted the town mayor, Qin Feng, and others.

After the meeting ended, everyone went into action.

The medical assistance team, upon receiving new medicines and equipment, finally breathed a sigh of relief and continued their rescue work.

Meanwhile, some overly exhausted medical staff were also replaced, taking a sip of mineral water and a bite of bread.

Then they rushed forward again...

At this moment, the news of a doctor named Gao Sheng going missing had spread among everyone.

Everyone was well aware, but there was no time to think or discuss, they could only focus on saving lives, saving lives, saving lives.

When Qin Feng appeared in front of everyone, they believed it was true.

Director Gao, was missing!

"Everyone, I know you’re already somewhat aware of this matter. We are all deeply saddened by Director Gao’s accident, but I hope you all will do your primary duty well and not let these patients’ treatments get delayed.

Director Gao fell into the water accidentally in an attempt to save someone; the Liberation Army and the local government are doing everything they can to search for him. Please stay focused, alright?"

Qin Feng looked at the exhausted doctors and nurses before him, and said in a low voice.

Everyone just nodded without answering, but their faces were still full of sadness and sorrow, with some nurses even covering their faces, unable to hold back their sobs.

"The serious cases at the rural hospital need to be transferred as quickly as possible. Last night, three patients couldn’t hold on and passed away.

There will be medical helicopters soon, prepare for the transfer operation."

Qin Feng said to Cui Yiming and the others.

The situation at the rural hospital is primarily handled by Cui Yiming now. Being specialized in critical care medicine, his rich experience is far superior to the orthopedic and emergency doctors.

"Okay, don’t worry."

Cui Yiming nodded in agreement.

"Everyone, wipe away your tears, don’t disgrace Peking Union Medical College Hospital. Return to your posts and stand firm for the last shift. Once everyone’s back, we’ll prepare to go home."

Qin Feng took a deep breath, and spoke strongly and solemnly.

Upon hearing these words, the crying doctors and nurses silently wiped their tears, swallowing down their sandwiches with cold mineral water.

Now, Qin Feng had become the pillar of support for everyone.

We cannot lose one more person!

Rumble, rumble~

Just as everyone was getting ready to leave, a huge roar suddenly came from the sky in the distance.

Everyone looked up to see several black dots quickly approaching through the drizzle, only realizing when they got closer that each was marked with a red cross.

Rescue helicopters!

This surprised everyone.

So many came suddenly?

A dozen or so!

And there seemed to be several color schemes, even the writing on the fuselage was different, they likely weren’t from the same organization.

"Why did so many come?"

Cui Yiming exclaimed in shock.

They had never seen so many medical rescue helicopters deployed at once.

"What are you waiting for? Transfer the serious cases to the school playground!"

Seeing him dazed, Qin Feng immediately shouted loudly.

These helicopters had already been coordinated, and the landing spots were confirmed during the earlier meeting to ensure safety.

The playground of the local elementary school was the only place that met the landing standards, spacious and large!

But only one helicopter could land at a time, so they had to come one by one.

Upon hearing this, Cui Yiming hurriedly summoned several doctors to rush into the hospital and carry out the critical patients.

Helicopters hovered in the air, waiting to land, and would fly off immediately after picking up patients without a moment’s pause.

Seeing this scene, Qin Feng finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Compared to those with mild to moderate symptoms, who could be taken away by ambulance,

time was being snatched from King Yama for the critical cases, so helicopters were the fastest!

...

Approximately two hours later, communication was restored.

Approximately half a day later, and power gradually came back.

Repair crews reconnected the remaining power grid, and water utilities were urgently allocated.

This time, the flood caused by the torrential rain had damaged the water sources, leading to a shortage of drinking water.

However, fortunately, roads were cleared, and supplies from across the country were pouring into all affected rural areas.

"Dr. Qin, someone is looking for you."

Squad Leader Deng ran over to find Qin Feng, handing him the phone.

"This is Qin Feng."

"This is Yuan Bin."

"Dean Yuan, what’s the matter?"

Qin Feng asked upon hearing.

"Your rescue operation will end this afternoon, local medical teams will replace you. The township will arrange vehicles to take you to the county’s unified evacuation point, I’ll be waiting for you there."

"Okay, I understand."

Qin Feng agreed, though he still felt unsettled about one thing.

Gao Sheng!

He’s waiting...

On the phone, Yuan Bin didn’t mention it, but Qin Feng knew Yuan Bin was more anxious than he was.

"Report!"

Just then, a soldier came running over, saluted Squad Leader Deng.

"Speak."

"Hua Zi and Dr. Gao... have been found."

"Really?"

"How are they!"

Upon hearing this, Qin Feng quickly asked.

"Well..."

The soldier glanced at Squad Leader Deng, his expression dimmed as he shook his head and said softly,

"They... sacrificed themselves, their bodies are currently on their way back."

Crack!

As soon as the words fell,

both were struck as if by a bolt of lightning.

Qin Feng felt as if a massive stone had crushed his heart, leaving him breathless.

Disappointment, sorrow, heartache, the complex emotions left him speechless.

An outstanding emergency department doctor and deputy director, just gone like that...