Zhang Demao spoke to Li Langqing as they walked towards Minister Gao.
At this moment, Minister Gao's attention was focused on the initial cases. Zhang Demao, with no time to talk to Li Langqing, gave him a brief instruction.
The three of them didn't linger beside Li Langqing.
Li Langqing had just finished his IV drip and was going to the restroom when he encountered them in the corridor.
He, along with other patients, was being gathered together.
To say he wasn't panicked would be a lie.
These symptoms were very similar to the disaster from a few years ago. He had deliberately looked up some old information in the past few days and had a bad feeling.
However, as a doctor, he wasn't as panicked as ordinary people.
To recover his health as quickly as possible and take precautions, he still wore a mask.
"Who is that?"
Minister Gao asked as they walked.
"He's a doctor from our hospital, named Li Langqing."
"Li Langqing? Is that the doctor who spread rumors online a few days ago?"
Minister Gao seemed to recall the name.
It was him, who, without department confirmation, had spoken words he shouldn't have.
This put the entire disease control department in a very passive position.
"Yes, yes, yes!"
Dean Li replied.
"We'll discuss his matter later. He's really making a mess of things!"
Minister Gao criticized sternly.
Zhang Demao said nothing and led Minister Gao forward.
Arriving at a patient's bedside, he pointed to the unconscious person and said, "This is the first one to show symptoms!"
"When did it start, how many days has it been, what does he do?"
"It's been about ten days! His family raises cattle. He said he fed the cattle for a day and then developed a high fever that wouldn't go down when he returned!"
"Okay, here's what we'll do: treat him as you normally would. I'll send people to test the environment he mentioned as soon as possible!"
Minister Gao observed the patient's condition and made arrangements.
This was a procedure, a well-established one. They just needed to follow it step by step.
After examining all the cases in the ward one by one, he had a rough idea.
"Don't rush to give your opinions. Everything will be based on the expert group's findings! Especially keep an eye on those doctors and nurses who can't keep their mouths shut! They are professionals, and if any negative emotions are spread, won't China be in chaos!"
Minister Gao said with a serious expression as he walked out of the ward.
"It's bad, it's bad, Director Zhang, Dean Li!"
"What is it? Don't panic!"
Dean Li stopped the doctor who came to deliver the news.
"Yes, yes, yes! But many reporters have come to the hospital. I don't know who leaked the news. They are now at your office door, asking for an interview!"
"Ah! Quickly, quickly! Find a way to get rid of them first! What is this all about!"
Dean Li grumbled.
On one hand, he had to accompany the leader and determine whether to report the situation. On the other hand, he had to deal with reporters and assess the situation regarding this epidemic.
Dean Li was truly troubled.
Before the leader gave any instructions, they couldn't make any casual remarks.
Li Langqing was the best example!
Disregarding the occasion and the hospital's reputation, he privately disseminated information, leading to the current predicament!
A reprimand was already considered lenient! If they were to strictly investigate, setting aside whether his position could be kept, he might even end up in jail!
"Go this way!"
Zhang Demao reminded him.
Dean Li understood and immediately gestured for Minister Gao to take another route.
Minister Gao knew that at this time, it was best to avoid reporters.
However, some things couldn't be avoided by hiding.
They had just exited through a safety exit in a corridor. Further ahead was the hospital's back door, leading to the parking lot. Minister Gao's car was parked there.
"You focus on the treatment. If there are any other cases, gather them together. After the expert group makes their assessment, we will make specific arrangements!"
Minister Gao instructed Dean Li as they walked.
"Yes, yes, yes, alright, alright!"
Dean Li responded subserviently.
As the three were about to slip out the back door, someone suddenly called out:
"Dean Li!"
Dean Li turned around and saw two or three young people in jeans calling him.
One of them was familiar; it was Reporter Pan from the City Daily, who had interviewed him a few times before.
They had collaborated in the past to boost the hospital's reputation.
However, at this moment, Minister Gao was present, and they couldn't let media reporters corner him, or the consequences would be unimaginable.
Zhang Demao, quick-witted, immediately stepped in front of Dean Li.
"Oh! It's the great reporter Pan! What wind brings you here!"
While engaging them, he walked towards them.
Dean Li seized this opportunity, quickly supported Minister Gao's arm, and turned to head towards the parking lot.
Just as Reporter Pan was about to respond to Zhang Demao, someone said:
"Isn't that Minister Gao from the Disease Control Department? If we interview him, we're sure to get an accurate answer!"
"Right, right! Let's go, let's go!"
"Hey! Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed reporters! The leader has other matters to attend to, very important matters! You should..."
Zhang Demao said, reaching out to block the three of them.
While they were being detained, Dean Li escorted Minister Gao into the car.
Minister Gao wasn't afraid of meeting reporters; it was just that the matter hadn't been concluded, and he couldn't say anything to the reporters yet.
"Alright! Regarding the situation here..."
"Don't worry, Minister Gao, I can handle the situation here!"
"Mmm! Good!"
Minister Gao finished speaking, rolled up the car window, and the car drove away.
"Ladies and gentlemen of the press, they've left, they've really left!"
Dean Li held back the reporters who were rushing to interview Minister Gao.
"Alas! Just missed them!"
Someone sighed.
"It's okay, interviewing Dean Li is the same!" Reporter Pan comforted them.
"Yes, yes, yes, we were planning to today..."
"What can I help you with, ladies and gentlemen?"
Dean Li pretended not to know their purpose.
"Dean Li, we heard that there are cases in the hospital that are very similar to the viral infection from a few years ago. Can you tell us about the situation?"
Reporter Pan stated directly.
This was their reason for coming. Upon hearing rumors, various media outlets had rushed to interview, hoping to get firsthand information.
Dean Li knew they were here for this matter, but hearing it from their mouths still displeased him somewhat.
"Who said that? Hearsay! Isn't it still under investigation and research!"
"So, there are cases?"
Someone boldly asked.
Judging from Dean Li's tone, this matter was almost certain.
"Nonsense! We are still researching these matters, still researching them. The specific situation is currently unclear!"
Dean Li immediately reprimanded.
If some things were not stopped in time, there would be endless troubles.
He had just seen Minister Gao off, and he couldn't take the blame for this loose-lipped situation himself.