Stepdaughter of a wealthy family? The little darling of a Beijing tycoon

Shen Jingshu was very confident in the talisman she had personally hand-drawn, and was certain that Li Yubai would be able to turn misfortune into good fortune and be safe and sound today.

Meanwhile, Li Yubai had already arrived at Beijing First Hospital.

When the old dean saw him arrive to report for duty, a genuine look of joy instantly appeared on his face.

The former dean was Li Yubai's mentor, watching him grow from a young medical student into a top genius in the medical field. He had always been proud of and fond of this student. Now that Li Yubai had given up top resources abroad and chosen to return to the hospital to take up a position, becoming the youngest vice dean in the entire hospital, the former dean was even more gratified.

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, the old dean arranged for his personal assistant to accompany Li Yubai, allowing him to tour each department and familiarize himself with the hospital's layout and workflow.

Li Yubai first went to the vice dean's private office and changed into a clean and tidy white coat.

His white robe accentuated his slender figure, gentle features, and refined yet professional demeanor.

While changing clothes, the image of their parting that morning inexplicably flashed through his mind—Shen Jingshu's serious expression and determined eyes as she handed him the amulet, solemnly instructing him to avoid disaster and protect himself.

He has always believed in science and medicine, and has never believed in talismans or metaphysics.

But for some reason, a strange feeling stirred within me at that moment.

As if possessed, he reached into his suit pocket and pulled out the antique yellow talisman. After hesitating for two seconds, he finally put it into the inside of his white coat, in the shirt pocket close to his heart, and carefully tucked it away.

He himself couldn't explain the reason for his actions.

Perhaps it was because he couldn't bear to disappoint the young girl's sincere feelings.

Unbeknownst to anyone, Li Yubai harbored a secret deep in his heart.

When he was young, he always envied his classmates who had sweet and obedient little sisters who could be gentle and spoiled and cared for by their older brothers. He had been hoping that his family would have a gentle and lovely little sister, but in the end, his mother gave birth to the fourth son of the Li family—a mischievous and troublesome little devil.

For many years, this desire for a sweet and gentle younger sister has been hidden deep in his heart.

Now that he suddenly has a quiet, well-behaved, and thoughtful stepsister like Shen Jingshu, he subconsciously becomes more indulgent and gentle.

Thinking of his mischievous and unruly younger brother, Li Yubai shook his head helplessly, chuckled, and collected his thoughts.

Just then, the assistant knocked on the door.

"Director Li, all department heads are in place and you may begin your rounds."

Li Yubai responded and went out, accompanied by his assistant, to inspect various departments.

As one of the top tertiary hospitals in the country, Beijing No. 1 Hospital boasts advanced and comprehensive medical equipment, abundant and top-notch medical and nursing resources, a clean and tidy internal environment, and an orderly layout, all reflecting the professionalism and standardization of a top-tier hospital.

Li Yubai visited each of the departments—internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, and orthopedics—one by one. At each department, the head of the department personally accompanied him, respectfully reporting on the department's daily work and patient reception. The group walked slowly through the corridors, their ranks orderly and solemn.

The inspection went smoothly and safely.

Just as everyone reached the emergency room lobby on the first floor, ready to check the emergency admission process and emergency situations, a man slowly walked into the lobby entrance.

The man had a stubble-covered face, a sallow and haggard complexion, bloodshot eyes, and wrinkled, dirty clothes. He exuded a gloomy and oppressive aura.

The emergency room is a place where all walks of life come together. Most of the people coming and going are patients and their worried families, and people who look haggard and tired can be seen everywhere.

No one present took it seriously, assuming that he was just worried about a seriously ill family member and that his haggard appearance was due to his overwork and anxiety. No one noticed that beneath this calm exterior lay a surging ferocity and murderous intent.

The emergency room was bustling with people, and everyone was used to the haggard and anxious faces of patients' families. No one paid any attention to the stubble-faced man.

But the next second, something unexpected happened!

The seemingly ordinary man suddenly looked up, his scarlet eyes surging with a frenzied rage, and he abruptly pulled a sharp dagger from inside his clothes!

A sudden flash of cold light shattered the peaceful atmosphere of the hall.

"Murder!"

A piercing scream suddenly shattered the tranquility. Patients, their families, and caregivers were terrified, and without thinking, they screamed and scattered, plunging the hall into chaos and congestion.

This sudden and vicious attack caught Li Yubai and his entourage of medical staff completely off guard after they had just finished their rounds.

Li Yubai reacted extremely quickly, almost instantly shouting in a deep voice, "Quick! Notify security!"

Security personnel outside rushed over upon hearing the commotion, but in those few seconds, a tragedy was already inevitable.

The out-of-control man brandished a sharp blade, slashing and stabbing indiscriminately. Passersby who couldn't dodge in time were instantly cut, and warm blood gushed out, staining the clean ground red, a shocking sight.

In the center of the chaotic and noisy hall, a little girl of four or five years old stood alone.

She still had the IV drip attached to her hand, her delicate face was deathly pale with fright, and her tearful eyes were filled with terror. She was so shocked by the sudden bloody riot that she froze and could only stand there crying loudly.

The people around were only concerned with their own escape, and no one paid any attention to the lone child. There wasn't a single parent in sight.

The sharp, innocent cry precisely attracted the attention of the violent thugs.

The man suddenly turned his head, his fierce and sinister gaze fixed on the weak and helpless little girl. Holding a blood-dripping dagger, he approached her step by step with a menacing look.

In that critical moment, Li Yubai, who had witnessed the entire incident, had no time to think at all.

His instinct for compassion as a healer prevailed over everything. Without hesitation, he leaped forward and rushed to the little girl's side. His strong back steadily blocked all dangers. He bent down and tightly shielded the small child beneath him, then forcefully pushed her to safety.

After doing all this, he reflexively raised his hand, trying to grab the thug's wrist with his bare hands and stop the violence.

The out-of-control thug had already lost his mind. With a sharp twist of his wrist, the sharp blade suddenly changed direction and slashed straight at Li Yubai's outstretched right hand!

Li Yubai's pupils contracted sharply, and his heart sank to the bottom.

It’s over.

He knew all too well what the doctor's hands meant.

With both hands wielding knives, meticulously stitching, and controlling the life and death of countless people, his hands are his career and his greatest asset in life.

This slash is powerful and cunning; if it were to strike the wrist squarely, it would surely sever tendons and severely damage the muscles.

At best, it could result in severe physical injury; at worst, it could lead to lifelong disability, completely ruining his hard-won and promising medical career.

All the medical staff and patients in the hall who witnessed this scene were terrified and screamed. Everyone was convinced that the young and outstanding Vice President Li would surely suffer serious injuries today.

But just as the gleaming blade was about to touch his wrist—

A sudden, warm, burning sensation came from the pocket of Li Yubai's shirt, which was close to his chest, and the warmth instantly spread throughout his body.

In a hidden corner unseen by anyone, the yellow talisman spontaneously emitted a faint golden light, and an invisible barrier instantly enveloped his right hand.