I'm just a veterinarian! You've unlocked the Great Physician System!

Outside the conference room of the First People's Hospital of Pingbei District, reporters gathered in droves, with cameras, microphones, and fill lights densely packed together, making even the corridors impassable.

The hospital's public relations staff were sweating profusely as they maintained order.

"Dear media friends, please wait a moment. The press conference will begin shortly. Please keep order, do not crowd, and ensure that the passage is clear."

However, it was clear that this attempt to appease them had no effect; the events of last night had already been thoroughly fermented.

The topic trended at number one on social media, generating a huge buzz, with public opinion almost unanimously pointing the finger at Zhang the veterinarian.

As for the hospital where the incident occurred, Pingbei District First People's Hospital, it has now been pushed to the forefront of public opinion. If it doesn't explain clearly, it might be attacked and killed by netizens.

"Make way! Make way!"

"Camera this way!"

"Ready to go live!"

Various sounds mingled, creating a tense and restless atmosphere.

And they're just as busy outside.

"Yao Gang, look what you've done!"

Dean Hu looked at Yao Gang with a hint of disappointment.

When the hospital announced it would hold a press conference, media outlets from all walks of life flocked to the scene.

In fact, normal hospitals don't usually have such a big public opinion incident, but this time they are being implied to be protecting Dr. Zhang Lingchuan or deliberately framing Dr. Zhang Lingchuan.

Well, both netizens and the media were in an uproar.

"I……"

Yao Gang hesitated, but he knew he had made a mistake.

So there's not much to explain.

"Let's go, Director Yao Gang, and face this storm."

A voice spoke calmly; it was Zhao Li, the director of the emergency department.

Three people from the hospital attended the reception this time.

The most prominent figure is undoubtedly Vice President Yao Gang.

The second and third things were about her and Director Sun Mei.

Those were the people who participated in the surgery.

"Those who want to hide can't hide, so let's go!"

Yao Gang said.

Hu Wen will not be attending.

After all, he's the head of the hospital; he can't afford to lose face like this!
The conference room door opened, and the vice president and the heads of relevant departments came out.

The person in the very center is Yao Gang.

His face looked noticeably haggard, as if he had aged several years overnight, and there was a faint sheen of sweat on his forehead.

But he knew he couldn't avoid this press conference, nor could he delay it any longer, otherwise things would only get worse.

He walked to the podium and took a deep breath.

The scene gradually quieted down, and all the camera lenses were pointed at him.

"Hello everyone, I am Yao Gang, the vice president of Pingbei District First People's Hospital."

Vice President Yao Gang's voice was a little hoarse, but he tried his best to remain calm.

After all, at this moment, they represent the image of the entire hospital.

"Dean Yao, what explanation do you have for yesterday's incident regarding Dr. Zhang Lingchuan's involvement in the resuscitation, which resulted in the newborn's death?"

Has the myth of "Veterinarian Zhang" been shattered?

"Did Veterinarian Zhang really fail to deliver the baby?!"

……

The reporter launched into a series of questions.

They bombarded Yao Gang like cannonballs.

Department Director Zhao Li, Sun Mei, and others also focused their attention on Yao Gang.

Some things are simply a matter of reaping what you sow.

If he had honestly admitted yesterday that the hospital's failure to save him was due to a problem with the medication, would he be facing execution today?
"Dear media friends, please don't rush. Our hospital takes the obstetric emergency incident that occurred last night and the related public opinion on the Internet very seriously. We would like to issue a formal statement to the public."

The voice just fell.

The reporters had already started raising their hands.

But he raised his hand in a gesture of acknowledgment.

"Please let me explain in full. First, the claim circulating online that 'Dr. Zhang's operational error led to the death of the newborn' is extremely untrue and even involves defamation and fabrication. We reserve the right to pursue legal action."

As before, he delivered a single sentence, instantly causing an uproar at the scene, with reporters' flashbulbs going off wildly.

Because this is the hospital's official statement.

The hospital has a responsibility to this life.

"So what is the truth?"

"Yes! Why would a child that has already been born die!"

Everyone's questions are always so insightful.

We are determined to get to the bottom of this.

"According to our hospital's internal investigation, the newborn had a severe congenital heart defect complicated by hypoxia, and the situation was extremely critical. During the rescue process, Dr. Zhang Lingchuan participated in the entire process and implemented high-intensity cardiopulmonary resuscitation and a number of emergency measures. His operation was standardized, his judgment was accurate, and there was no medical negligence."

His tone gradually became more forceful, as if he were emphasizing something, or perhaps trying to prove Zhang Lingchuan's innocence.

"on the contrary."

Yao Gang paused for a moment when he got to this point.

He hesitated for a moment, but eventually spoke up.

"The problem lies in our hospital's drug management process."

The room fell silent for a moment after those words were spoken.

Then, an explosion.

"What do you mean?"

"Medicine issue?"

Was the medication incorrect?

Does this involve expired medications?

The reporters instantly became excited.

If the previous incident of catching Dr. Ogawa for causing the death of a newborn was a bombshell, this incident is just as explosive.

Faced with the questioning, Yao Gang closed his eyes briefly, then opened them again, as if he had made up his mind.

"Yes, during the rescue, the key drug PGE1 alprostadil was expired, and the pharmacy's inventory was not updated in time, which directly caused the drug to lose its activity and affected the rescue effect."

Every word felt like a stone being thrown at him, but he didn't stop.

"Our institute bears an unshirkable responsibility for this, and as the vice president in charge, I bear the primary leadership responsibility."

At this point, he lowered his head slightly and lowered his voice.

"On behalf of the First People's Hospital of Pingbei District, I would like to offer my sincere apologies to the family of the sick child and to the general public."

Yao Gang stood up.

"sorry."

He bowed deeply.

The moment he bent over, the scene erupted.

"The vice president admitted responsibility directly: expired medication! This constitutes a major medical accident!"

"Was Dr. Zhang framed?"

Why didn't the hospital explain this last night?

Problems came flooding in like a tide. Yao Gang looked up, and the sweat on his forehead was even more noticeable.

"Regarding the follow-up handling, our hospital has immediately established a special investigation team."

"The pharmacy department involved will undergo a comprehensive overhaul, and those responsible will be held accountable in accordance with laws and regulations."

"At the same time, our hospital will cooperate with the regulatory authorities to conduct further investigations and actively communicate with and compensate the families of the affected children."

He spoke very clearly and officially, but everyone could tell that the matter could no longer be suppressed.

Meanwhile.

online.

The press conference was broadcast live simultaneously.

The comments section quickly reversed course.

"Holy crap???"

"So, Veterinarian Zhang was framed?"

"It's not his problem, the hospital medication expired???"

"This is outrageous! The child could have been saved!"

Public opinion has begun to reverse.

The scene cuts back to the Provincial People's Hospital.

The live stream from the pediatric clinic is still ongoing.

But the atmosphere had completely changed. Zhang Lingchuan's words, "You're sick," were like a stone thrown into a lake.

The ripples are now expanding, and the comments are scrolling wildly.

"What did Dr. Zhang mean by that just now? Who's the one who's sick?"

"I have a feeling something's not right!"

"Could it really be Mom's problem?"

"Don't speculate! That's too far-fetched! Maybe the child has some strange illness!"

……

Inside the consultation room, the woman sat in the chair, clearly somewhat uneasy.

Her hand remained on the child's shoulder, but not as firmly as before; it even felt a little stiff.

"Dr. Zhang... were you saying that I'm neurotic?"

She forced a smile, her voice dry.

Zhang Lingchuan did not answer immediately, but looked at the camera.

"Many friends just asked what illness this child has."

His tone was calm, but noticeably heavier than before.

"I can say with certainty that, based on my rather limited medical skills, this child does not have any organic disease."

Zhang Lingchuan's words essentially represented his stance.

The live stream chat exploded instantly.

"???"

"Not sick?"

"Then why did she say it hurt?"

"Didn't they check it over two hundred times?"

"This plot twist is huge!"

……

The woman's face turned pale instantly.

"Impossible! She's in pain every day! How could she not be sick! Dr. Zhang, you must have missed something!!"

She spoke almost reflexively, her voice noticeably louder, even bordering on out of control.

Zhang Lingchuan saw that she didn't strongly refute him, but simply shook her head slightly.

"Yes, ma'am, she is indeed expressing pain, but the problem is that the source of the pain may not necessarily be her."

Zhang Lingchuan said something very ordinary.

The air fell silent again, and Yu Shushuang, who was standing to the side, had completely understood what was going on.

Her expression became complicated.

At this moment, Zhang Lingchuan's gaze returned to the woman.

"What are you talking about? I don't understand!"

The woman asked, puzzled.

"Madam, are you aware of your child's problem? The symptoms are recurring, but medical tests are consistently negative. Furthermore, you, as the parent, are more eager for a diagnosis than the doctor. All of this indicates that the child is not the most important person; you are the most important person."

Zhang Lingchuan said earnestly.

The child is really not sick.

System scan complete.

Patient Name: Zhao Linruo.

[Patient's gender: Female.]

[Patient's age: 32 years old.]

[Current state: High level of emotional tension, significant psychological dependence, and a tendency for abnormal reinforcement in behavior.]

[Patient's chief complaint: The patient has long believed that their child suffers from a serious illness and has frequently taken them to see doctors for examinations.]

[Disease Diagnosis: Childhood Munchausen syndrome with proxy.]

[Danger Level: High]

[Case Description: The patient exaggerates, induces, or even fabricates symptoms in others to gain attention, sympathy, or psychological satisfaction. Long-term behavior may cause physical and psychological harm to the person being cared for.]

[Recommended action: Immediately conduct a psychiatric evaluation, and if necessary, intervene with involuntary intervention while ensuring the safety of the minor.]

……

This is the result of his scan.

It's not that the child is sick.

The problem is that my mother is sick.

Moreover, it is a very rare mental illness.

"Am I the most important one?"

Zhao Linruo was stunned.

"Madam, based on multi-source data, observation, and exclusion, we highly suspect that you have been induced or fabricated by your caregiver to have a childhood illness. In short, you are currently suffering from a relatively serious mental illness called childhood Munchausen syndrome by proxy."

Zhang Lingchuan said earnestly.

That's the truth.

"What...what are you saying...it's impossible! I just wanted to save my child, how could I be sick?!"

Her voice trembled, and her eyes began to fill with anger!

It looks like he's about to flip the table any second!
The live stream room exploded.

"Holy crap! A proxy Meng Qiaosen?"

"Huh? What are you talking about? I don't understand."

"My God, why are there so many diseases I've never even heard of before?!"

"Sometimes it's necessary to check whether either partner has mental health issues before having a baby!"

"I remember a mother abroad who abused her child until the child was a teenager. The child thought she had always been sick, and only after her mother was taken away did she slowly recover!"

"Munchoff's syndrome, this presentation is the most dangerous."

"Yes, this kind of mental illness can actually have very serious consequences. When lies can no longer achieve their purpose, they can actually make oneself or the other person sick. There have been cases where people have abused, poisoned, self-harmed, or harmed the other person."

"I got goosebumps. So the child hasn't been sick at all? That's terrifying!"

……

"Ugh……"

As a pediatrician.

Yu Shushuang was aware of this disease.

It could even be said that the mortality rate is very high.

Of course, the child did not die from illness, but rather died from 'illness'.

“This mother, you are not actually saving her, you have been harming your daughter all along.”

Zhang Lingchuan looked at Zhao Linruo.

These words fell like a hammer striking the air.

"It must be because this mother cares too much about her child that she got this disease. Poor child."

"So how should this disease be treated?"

"+1!!"

Netizens are all curious.

What kind of symptoms are these, and how should they be treated?

"Madam, if you don't believe me, you can go outside for a moment, and we can talk to the child alone here. What do you think?"

In fact, the so-called Munchausen syndrome by proxy also has another name: sham disorder of inflicting on others.

This is essentially an act of abuse against others, usually children.

Therefore, its treatment focus is not on treating the perpetrator first.

Instead, protect the children first.

This is why Zhang Lingchuan planned to send the child's mother away.

"Ziyao! You must answer the doctor's questions seriously and honestly, okay? Answer where it hurts! Don't miss a single one! We're here to see the doctor!!"

However, at this very moment...

The child's mother, Ms. Zhao Linruo, is holding her daughter's shoulders.

His tone was very heavy.

The words also carried a sense of threat.

She was then taken away.

Of course, the live stream camera was still on at this time.

The number of viewers for the live stream reached millions in just a few minutes.

Reaching 10 million views seems to be just a matter of time.

What everyone is most curious about now is what Dr. Ogawa will ask after sending the child's mother away, how the child will behave, and whether he made a mistake in his judgment. (End of this chapter)