"Director, it seems unlikely."

A resident nearby interjected, "When the patient arrived this morning, we conducted a thorough examination. There is indeed a bleeding point in the patient's brain, but after administering dehydration, lowering intracranial pressure, and strictly controlling blood pressure to prevent further hemorrhaging, as well as preventing and treating complications from the brain hemorrhage, the patient's symptoms have clearly eased; however, it's indeed a bit strange that she hasn't woken up."

Ye Xiang nodded, "Keep a close watch to prevent any unexpected situations. Although the patient's blood pressure and intracranial pressure are currently under control, complications could still arise. If the bleeding area expands significantly, an emergency surgery would be necessary to remove the hematoma and reduce the risk of cerebral hernia."

"I'll make sure someone keeps a close watch."

With that, he turned to the interns, "Remember what the Director said; any unexpected events must be nipped in the bud."

The interns nodded in agreement.

The resident turned back, smiling and said, "Director, I've heard a bit about this patient's situation. She managed to get through despite more than half an hour's delay due to the traffic jam during the morning rush. It's quite fortunate; if it were someone else, they might not have made it."

"Of course, fortunately, you were there, Director. Otherwise, who knows what might have happened." The resident subtly flattered Ye Xiang.

Flattery never goes unappreciated.

Ye Xiang appreciated the compliment, but then shook his head slightly, "It's not wrong to say she's lucky, but her survival has nothing to do with us."

With that, Ye Xiang shared his experience on the bus with everyone.

The resident was slightly taken aback, "Acupuncture?"

Then he laughed, "Could it be just a fluke for someone so young?"

"Doesn't seem so," Ye Xiang shook his head, "He seems to have some skills."

As they were talking, laughter suddenly came from the entrance of the ICU, "Old Ye."

Ye Xiang looked up and saw Wu Liguo standing at the door, "What brings you here?"

Wu Liguo walked in, glanced at the patient lying on the bed, and smiled, "I heard you're on the night shift. Since I'm on the night shift too, and just finished my rounds, I thought I'd come chat with you to kill some time."

After speaking, he pointed to the patient in the ward, "What's the situation here…?"

"Stroke-induced syncope, left-side paralysis. It's been almost a day with still no response. I'm worried the brain hemorrhage might have expanded."

"Old Wu, you're an emergency expert; take a look for me too."

Wu Liguo glanced at the nearby instruments, "Both blood pressure and intracranial pressure are fine, well-controlled. Chances of further bleeding are slim, but you might have arrived a bit late. The patient's sequelae are severe, and it's normal for her to not wake up quickly, though I'm afraid…"

Wu Liguo gritted his teeth, "I'm afraid if she doesn't regain consciousness, it'll be a real problem."

"Exactly!"

"That's what I'm worried about too."

"If she doesn't wake up soon, it'll be more than just left-side paralysis. In the long term, even if she does wake up later, she might be bedridden for life."

Ye Xiang looked worried, "Well, she's lucky enough. We got delayed on the road, but fortunately, there was a Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor from the Health Center on the bus who provided emergency treatment with acupuncture, which saved her life. Otherwise, by the time we arrived, she might have already been gone."

"Emergency acupuncture?"

Wu Liguo chuckled, "That Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor seems to know his stuff!"

But as he said that, Wu Liguo suddenly sensed something was off, and turned to scrutinize Ye Xiang's face.

"Why are you staring at me?"

Ye Xiang retorted irritably, "Instead of wasting time staring at me, why not think of other ways to save the patient? This can't go on. Even with blood pressure and intracranial pressure under control, her not waking up is the real problem."

"Didn't you say there was a Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor on the bus who saved her? Why don't you consult our hospital's integrated Chinese and Western medicine department?" Wu Liguo suggested after a moment of thought.

"After all, you have no better solution now. The patient hasn't developed new bleeding points, and there are no surgical indications. It wouldn't hurt to try traditional medicine."

Ye Xiang glanced at him, "You know our hospital's integrated department situation, don't you? It's newly established, mostly filled with interns, and doesn't have any fully qualified Traditional Chinese Medicine doctors yet. Letting those interns help would only make things worse, right?"

"What if they fail to wake her up and instead worsen her condition? Who do I cry to then?"

Ye Xiang showed his undisguised disdain for those Traditional Chinese Medicine interns.

Upon hearing this, Wu Liguo didn't react much, but the Western medicine interns following behind him seemed a little awkward.

Wu Liguo shrugged, "If they don't work, you could invite that Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor from the bus. You can't just keep dragging this out; that's irresponsible to the patient."

"I know."

Ye Xiang retorted with irritation, "But I don't even know the person; how do I invite him?"

"Why don't you give me a name, and I'll enquire for you." Wu Liguo offered casually.

Ye Xiang frowned and pondered, "I think his name is Lu... Lu Xuan, yes, Lu Xuan. He's a Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor at the Qiu City Street Health Center."

With that, he quickly turned to Wu Liguo, "Aren't you familiar with Old Wang from the Qiu City Street Health Center? Help me ask him?"

Ye Xiang didn't realize his words made the previously casual Wu Liguo stiffen in shock.

"Lu Xuan?"

"Yes."

"What's wrong?"

Wu Liguo gave Ye Xiang's shoulder a firm pat, "You're in good hands with Dr. Lu."

Ye Xiang: "..."

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