Years in White Robes

In 2005, Li Jianqiang graduated from a top medical university with a degree in anesthesiology and joined Shenzhen Huwan People’s Hospital, driven by his commitment to medicine. There, he formed a close bond with fellow new hires and university classmates Shen Churu and Wang Yuxia, both cardiac surgeons. But a frightening anesthesia accident plunged the three of them into a complicated emotional entanglement: Li Jianqiang’s professional confidence inspired Shen Churu’s affection, while Wang Yuxia, who had secretly loved him for years, fell even more deeply for him. At work, Li Jianqiang was determined to innovate in anesthesia. He carved out a place for himself despite doubt and hardship, with Shen Churu always standing firmly behind him. Their relationship grew stronger as they worked side by side, but they could not escape family disagreements and workplace gossip. Wang Yuxia concealed the pain of her unrequited love and quietly worked to catch up professionally. After an ill-fated romance, she was struck by a rare disease. When danger came, Li Jianqiang and Shen Churu did everything they could to help Wang Yuxia, supporting her fight against the disease with medical expertise and compassion. At last, the three let go of their romantic entanglements and turned them into a deep friendship. Over the next twenty years, Li Jianqiang rose to become chief anesthesiologist, Shen Churu became head of cardiac surgery, and Wang Yuxia, recovered, devoted herself to charity. Through life-and-death battles in the operating room and cutthroat competition at work, they remained true to their mission as doctors. Amid the opportunities and pressures of Shenzhen, they wrote a hymn to the dreams, love, and friendship of medical professionals, becoming a reflection of the lives of countless healthcare workers.