Chapter 62

Xu Chunliang originally intended to leave after delivering the flower basket, but unexpectedly ran into the neurology department director, Zhao Yongsheng. He wasn't surprised, as Zhao Yongsheng and Pei Lin had a close personal relationship, and it was normal for him to come and support the event.

Zhao Yongsheng was wearing a black T-shirt, gray casual pants, and sunglasses. Although he was middle-aged, he still had a graceful demeanor. He didn't know many people at the scene, and when he saw Xu Chunliang, he was curious about why he was there. He always thought that Xu Chunliang had met Pei Lin through his introduction, but didn't expect that the two had already developed a relationship privately.

Xu Chunliang explained the reason, and Zhao Yongsheng then realized that Huichuntang was right next door. As a neighbor, it was normal for him to come and congratulate. He had overthought it.

Pei Lin saw them and hurried over, saying, "Director Zhao, what wind brought you here?"

Zhao Yongsheng smiled and said, "With your new store opening, how could I not come as an old friend?" His gaze was involuntarily drawn to Pei Lin's prominent chest, and he couldn't help but linger on the smooth, milk-like skin exposed at her neckline before reluctantly moving away.

Pei Lin hadn't invited him, mainly because their relationship was purely business. Usually, it was Pei Lin who sought his help, and she didn't know where he had heard about the event.

Pei Lin said, "I'm not the boss, just a small shareholder." She then smiled at Xu Chunliang, "Director Xu, sorry for keeping you from Huichuntang's business."

Xu Chunliang replied, "No problem, water doesn't rush to the front, it flows continuously."

Pei Lin said to Zhao Yongsheng, "Director Zhao, did you notice? Director Xu is upset with me."

Zhao Yongsheng wasn't sure how far their relationship had developed and smiled, "I don't get involved in your business matters."

Xu Chunliang had no interest in staying and used the excuse of having other things to do, preparing to leave.

Pei Lin, however, said, "It's Saturday today, no matter how big the matter, you should eat first before leaving. I was planning to toast you a few times to thank you for your understanding and tolerance during this period."

Zhao Yongsheng also tried to persuade him to stay, "Don't go, if you leave, I won't even have someone to drink with."

Pei Lin smiled, "I'll introduce you to a big star later."

At this moment, the crowd behind them suddenly became chaotic. Xu Chunliang looked and saw that the opening ceremony had entered the gift distribution phase, with the boss, Pei Yu, and a third-tier Hong Kong celebrity, Lisa, distributing the gifts.

The gifts were mainly samples of breast enhancement cream, not worth much, but mainly to promote their products. However, the crowd surged forward, turning the distribution into a frenzy.

Pei Yu and the female celebrity were surrounded by the crowd. Pei Yu shouted, "Everyone, no need to rush, we have plenty of samples, everyone will get one... Ouch... What are you touching me for? Pervert..."

Pei Lin turned to rush in but was held back by Zhao Yongsheng. He meant well, as the scene was chaotic, and even if Pei Lin rushed in, it wouldn't help and she might suffer the same fate as Pei Yu. There were many perverts in the crowd.

Xu Chunliang was speechless at the scene. He had seen people抢粮食 (抢粮食 means "grabbing food" but in this context, it's more like "grabbing supplies") and抢水 (抢水 means "grabbing water" but in this context, it's more like "grabbing supplies"), but this was the first time he saw people grabbing breast enhancement cream. Even old ladies and old men were grabbing, and not only that, they were touching people. Did they want to feel the effect in broad daylight?

Seeing the situation getting out of control, Pei Lin could only call the police.

Xu Chunliang helped warn the people grabbing the breast enhancement cream, "Stop it, we've already called the police!" His voice was loud, but no one listened. They were not only grabbing the cream but also the flower baskets and balloons.

Pei Yu and the female celebrity were surrounded by the crowd, both scared and crouching on the ground, trying to protect their chests. They managed to protect the front, but their backs were in trouble. Someone reached out and touched the female celebrity's buttocks, causing her to scream and clutch her chest, "I... I can't breathe... breathe..." Her breathing became more and more rapid.

The female celebrity, Lisa, turned blue due to difficulty breathing, her expression extremely terrifying. The air she inhaled squeezed through her narrow airway, making a whistling sound.

Pei Yu realized the situation was wrong and shouted, "Help! Help!"

The surrounding crowd also realized something was wrong. Despite their earlier enthusiasm, if someone died, no one could bear the responsibility. They had rushed forward without thinking, but now they were running away, afraid of being held responsible.

The sound of police sirens could be heard in the distance, and the police arrived promptly after receiving the call.

Hearing that the female celebrity had a sudden illness, Xu Chunliang and Zhao Yongsheng quickly approached. Zhao Yongsheng diagnosed her with an acute asthma attack. People with asthma usually carry emergency inhalers, but after asking the female celebrity's assistant, it turned out she didn't know the celebrity had asthma. Checking her handbag, there were no emergency medications.

Pei Lin quickly called 120. The opening was supposed to be a grand event, but no one expected it to turn out this way.

Acute asthma is caused by bronchial spasm leading to breathing difficulties. Zhao Yongsheng's diagnosis was correct, and he knew how to treat it.

During an attack, oxygen should be administered first. If the patient shows signs of respiratory muscle fatigue, a non-invasive ventilator can be used to assist breathing. Then, corticosteroids should be administered, usually dexamethasone or methylprednisolone, to reduce inflammation and allergic reactions. Bronchodilators, such as aminophylline, should also be given.

However, the treatment plan required cooperation, and the scene lacked the necessary conditions.

What made Zhao Yongsheng nervous was that the female celebrity's condition was rapidly deteriorating. She soon showed signs of laryngeal obstruction, which was already at the fourth degree. If the airway wasn't cleared in time, she would likely die from suffocation before the ambulance arrived.

Zhao Yongsheng quickly decided that a tracheotomy was necessary. He told Pei Lin, "Do you have a tracheotomy kit?" Pei Lin, usually calm, was now at a loss. Even though Lisa was just a third-tier celebrity, if she died at the opening ceremony, the breast enhancement clinic would have to close.

"Tracheotomy kit? What are you thinking, Zhao Yongsheng? This is a breast enhancement clinic, not a hospital. Where would I get a tracheotomy kit?"

"Scalpel and disinfectant, a rubber tube will do!" Zhao Yongsheng shouted.

Pei Lin turned and ran into the clinic. The hundreds of people who had been watching the chaos had already fled, realizing the severity of the situation. No one wanted to be held responsible.

Lisa's eyes were wide open, her mouth struggling to open, looking like a fish on the verge of death. She tried to breathe, but her throat was stiff, and her neck felt like it was made of stone. The world around her began to blur, and she thought of death.

Zhao Yongsheng suddenly remembered Huichuntang. Although it was a traditional Chinese medicine clinic, it should have some basic medical equipment. However, he couldn't find Xu Chunliang, who had disappeared at this critical moment.

Suddenly, Xu Chunliang's voice came from behind, "Let me do it!"

Xu Chunliang, with a needle box, had already arrived. He asked Pei Yu to help lift Lisa.

Zhao Yongsheng hurriedly reminded, "She's having an acute asthma attack, don't move her."

"We can't just watch her suffocate to death!"

Xu Chunliang's voice was filled with authority.