Chapter 86

"Rest assured, Comrade Yang, we will definitely send the best doctors and nurses to take care of the injured. There's no rush regarding the expenses; we can discuss it after the patient recovers!" Liang Chao nodded hurriedly, his attitude very humble and sincere.

Liang Chao, who had previously been disdainful and distrustful of Yang Jie, had long been convinced by Yang Jie's superb medical skills.

Looking at Yang Jie, who appeared calm and had clear eyes, as if treating Dai Xiaqiang's injuries was not a difficult task, the medical staff in the operating room, including Liang Chao, could not help but admire his peaceful and professional attitude and his superb medical skills.

"By the way, Director Liang, Yang Jie has one more request, I hope you can agree!" Yang Jie said, looking at Liang Chao and others with a serious expression, earnestly asking for their help.

Yang Jie was highly skilled and was from Wuhe Township, having close relationships with the new township party secretary and the county public security bureau chief. Liang Chao was still pondering how to get closer to Yang Jie. Hearing that Yang Jie had a request, he said straightforwardly, "Comrade Yang, we are not outsiders. Just tell us what you need, and we will do our best to help!"

Seeing the two surgeons and four nurses nod in agreement with Liang Chao's words, Yang Jie smiled slightly and said, "Director Liang knows that according to regulations, non-medical personnel are not allowed to enter the operating room. I don't have a medical license, so I can't perform surgery. My father and I entered the operating room due to the urgency of the situation. For the sake of the health center and everyone, I hope you can keep the secret of my performing surgery. This would be for everyone's benefit, okay?"

Liang Chao and others were taken aback. Yang Jie's previous performance was like that of an experienced doctor, so they didn't realize that he wasn't a doctor. As the director of the health center, Liang Chao was well aware of the relevant regulations.

Allowing non-medical personnel to enter the operating room already violated the rules, but it could be justified. After all, as Yang Jie said, the situation was urgent, and neither the county nor the city's surgeons had experience with such special injuries. Therefore, they could claim that Yang Xinhua and Yang Jie were familiar with the emergency treatment of such injuries, which is why they were allowed into the operating room.

However, if the higher authorities knew that he allowed Yang Jie, who did not have a medical license, to perform surgery, even if the patient was not in danger, he would still be held responsible. This was a fundamental issue written into the regulations. As the director of the health center and an experienced doctor, he would lose his position at best and his medical career at worst.

The two surgeons and four nurses in the operating room, although not primarily responsible, would still face penalties and deductions in bonuses. Therefore, after Yang Jie made this request, the seven people, including Liang Chao, nodded in agreement without hesitation.

Seeing that Liang Chao and others realized the seriousness of the matter, Yang Jie said to Yang Xinhua, "Dad, since Director Liang and the others have successfully completed the surgery and Dai Xiaqiang is out of danger, we can leave now to avoid disturbing Director Liang and the others as they finish up."

"Alright! Director Liang, please take good care of Xiao Dai. The distillery is not short of money. Don't hesitate to use the best medicine. As long as it benefits Xiao Dai's recovery, no matter how expensive it is, it's fine." After instructing Liang Chao, Yang Xinhua took off his surgical gown with Yang Jie's help and left the operating room with him.

The people waiting outside the operating room were tense when they saw the red light on the door finally turn off.

When they saw Yang Xinhua and Yang Jie come out of the operating room looking relaxed, their hearts finally settled.

"Dai Xiaqiang is fine now, thank you all for your concern. Yang Li, arrange for two people to take care of Dai Xiaqiang at the hospital and notify his family. I hope his family will be there when he wakes up!" Yang Xinhua, knowing that an injured person is most concerned about their family, made these arrangements as soon as he came out of the operating room.

"Great!" The employees of the distillery, upon hearing that Dai Xiaqiang was fine, couldn't help but cheer. The noise outside the operating room immediately drew a warning from the nearby on-duty nurse.

"Secretary Jiang, Director Yang, thank you for your trouble today." Yang Xinhua was surprised to see that the two had not left. He shook hands with them and expressed his gratitude. However, he noticed that the township mayor Ou Qunbo and the township party deputy secretary Tang Xin were also there.

"Mayor Ou, Secretary Tang, I'm really sorry. I just came out of the operating room and didn't notice the two leaders. Thank you for your concern about the distillery's work. The injured person is out of danger now." Yang Xinhua smiled and shook hands with the two, then introduced them, "This is my son, Yang Jie, who now works in the Foreign Affairs and Overseas Chinese Affairs Office of the county party committee."

Yang Jie noticed that the two township leaders were dressed neatly and looked somewhat awkward after hearing Yang Xinhua's words. It seemed they were not there to show concern for the distillery's employees. Looking at Jiang Yi, he suddenly understood.

Jiang Yi, a newcomer to Wuhe Township, might have deep political connections as the secretary of Zhou, but his sudden transfer to Wuhe Township was a clear signal from Secretary Zhou that he was about to leave and was already arranging for his staff. Without Secretary Zhou's support, Jiang Yi would be like a rootless plant. Even if he became the secretary of Wuhe Township, he could easily be sidelined by the local officials. To establish himself, he needed the support of the locals, especially the influential distillery. This would ensure that the officials of Wuhe Township would not underestimate him.

Moreover, with the county public security bureau chief Yang Hu as a companion at the welcoming banquet, although it wouldn't make the township committee members lean towards him, it would at least make them understand that even if Secretary Zhou was about to leave Wuhe, Jiang Yi still had backing in Wuhe Township and the county. This would greatly benefit his future efforts to establish his authority in Wuhe Township.

The ability to leverage opportunities and fully utilize every chance is key to an official's success.

Jiang Yi, having been with Secretary Zhou for many years, had learned the art of political maneuvering and had a much broader perspective and more sophisticated methods than ordinary section-level officials.

Jiang Yi's visit to the distillery on his first day and his willingness to delay the welcoming banquet to wait at the health center with Yang Hua was a clear message to the officials of Wuhe Township about his special relationship with the distillery and Director Yang.

Since they were all part of Secretary Zhou's faction, Yang Jie would not expose Jiang Yi's intentions but would help cover for him.

"Mayor Ou, Secretary Tang, thank you very much for taking the time to visit the injured employee at the health center amidst your busy schedules. However, Dai Xiaqiang is still in the critical period, and it's not appropriate for him to meet the two leaders. The distillery appreciates the leaders' concern.

To be honest, Secretary Jiang just took office in Wuhe Township this afternoon and came to inspect the distillery, but unfortunately, this incident occurred, delaying Secretary Jiang's work. Secretary Jiang, Director Yang, due to the sudden nature of the incident, the distillery has been negligent in hosting the two leaders, and you haven't had dinner yet."

Yang Jie, after entering the system, had indeed improved his communication skills. He knew that Ou Qunbo and Tang Xin were not there to see Dai Xiaqiang but still gave them a high compliment.

"Mayor Ou, Secretary Tang, you are old friends of my father. The matters at the hospital are not yet resolved, so we cannot leave for now. Could the two leaders please help us by asking the officials of Wuhe Township to properly host Secretary Jiang and Director Yang? The expenses will be recorded under the distillery's account. I hope the two secretaries can agree to this request."

Yang Jie knew that as long as Secretary Zhou had not left Wuhe, the township would not dare to neglect Jiang Yi and would certainly hold a welcoming banquet for the new secretary. However, due to the incident at the distillery, Jiang Yi wanted to use the distillery and Yang Hua to remind the township officials of his influence. He had been waiting at the hospital, and the township officials were likely still waiting for him to have dinner. Ou Qunbo and Tang Xin had come to the hospital to invite Jiang Yi on behalf of the township committee. Yang Jie's words gave the leaders a way out and also showed favor to Jiang Yi.

"Director Yang and Comrade Xiaoyang are too polite. We are not outsiders, so we will comply with your request." Ou Qunbo, who had dealt with the distillery before, knew that Yang Jie was giving them a way out in front of the distillery employees. He nodded and thanked Yang Xinhua, then said to Jiang Yi and Yang Hu, "Secretary Jiang, Director Yang, the township committee members are waiting for you at Wuhe Restaurant. It's getting late, and since the injured person is out of danger, let's go there first!"

Jiang Yi and Yang Hu nodded. After saying goodbye to Yang Xinhua, they left the health center with Ou Qunbo and Tang Xin, accompanied by Yang Jie.