In 2020, an ordinary and extraordinary story was staged in the School of Mechanical Engineering of Xi'an Jiaotong University.
This is the story of a 24-year-old young man, Niu Zhongnan, a story that touches people's hearts with his outstanding academic performance and profound personality.
However, the ending of this story is full of tragedy, Niu Zhongnan died of a cerebral hemorrhage, but his life continues in a special way after death.
Niu Zhongnan was born into a not-so-wealthy family, in a small village in Shen County, Liaocheng, Shandong.
Niu Zhongnan's father, Niu Zhanghua, is an ordinary construction site worker, and his mother, Guo Jinhua, works as a farmer at home.
The simplicity of his family did not stop Niu Zhongnan's thirst for knowledge.
In his memory, those nights of staying up late to revise in the dim light were a solid staircase to his dreams.
In 2014, he was admitted to Xi'an Jiaotong University with excellent results, that year, the spring breeze was just right, the flowers were in full bloom, and for Niu Zhongnan, this was the beginning of a new chapter in his life.
University life is easy and enjoyable for many people, but for Niu Zhongnan, it is an opportunity to constantly challenge himself and enrich himself.
He not only pursued academic excellence, but also actively participated in scientific research activities, and gradually, he won the title of "Academician Niu" among his classmates.
He is like our encyclopedia, if you have a problem with learning, just look for Academician Niu!Li Zixuan recalled.
Niu Zhongnan's classmate, Wang Yunfeng, also added: "He is always so humble and always says that he still has a lot of shortcomings. Such humility and diligence make Niu Zhongnan's image more and more distinct among teachers and students.
His daily life is unusually simple.
A faded jacket, a couple of worn-out textbooks, that's all he has.
In the dead of night, when the other students in the dormitory have fallen asleep, Niu Zhongnan is often still studying hard under the lamp.
His life revolves almost around two points and a line – the classroom and the library.
In class, he is always the most focused student, and he does not want to miss any course.
In 2018, Niu Zhongnan successfully entered the graduate stage.
In the field of scientific research, he has shown the same dedication and passion. Whether it is the lights in the laboratory late at night or the first rays of sunlight in the morning library, it is a testament to his relentless pursuit of knowledge.
His mentor once said of him: "Chung Nam is the kind of student who works hard in the laboratory in obscurity, and his research results are always surprising." ”
However, Niu Zhongnan's introverted does not mean withdrawn. He is helpful and always lends a helping hand to his classmates when they are in trouble.
I remember that once I had a problem with my computer, Academician Niu put down the experiment at hand and patiently helped me solve it. Wang Yunfeng recalled with tears.
Niu Zhongnan always replied with a smile: "It's okay, we are classmates and should help each other." ”
Although Niu Zhongnan's life is simple, his inner world is extremely rich. In him, we can see the diligence and perseverance of young students, his love and pursuit of knowledge, and his positive attitude towards life and infinite vision for the future.
On October 4, 2020, Niu Zhongnan's fate changed abruptly.
A long period of staying up late and eating an irregular diet, coupled with his extreme devotion to his studies and scientific research, made his body gradually overdrawn.
On that ordinary morning, a sudden, severe headache shattered Niu Zhongnan's peaceful academic life.
At the time, he was alone in the laboratory conducting experiments.
The headache felt like a myriad of needles had pierced his head, making him almost unable to stand.
He tried to endure it, but the intensity of the pain was far beyond his limit.
At this critical juncture, Niu Zhongnan picked up his mobile phone and called his most trusted senior brother with a trembling call: Senior brother, me. My head hurts so much that I feel like I'm dying. ”
After receiving the **, the senior brother immediately rushed to the laboratory and found that Niu Zhongnan was in so much pain that he could not speak normally, and hurriedly sent him to the Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University.
The initial diagnosis was a slight cerebral hemorrhage, and the doctors did not feel too worried, believing that it would be possible to rest **.
Niu Zhongnan's parents, Niu Zhanghua and Guo Jinhua, rushed from Shandong to Xi'an anxiously after learning the news, waiting in the hospital.
However, fortunes did not change for the better.
On October 7, Niu Zhongnan's condition suddenly deteriorated.
After a detailed examination, the doctors found that Niu Zhongnan had a naturally malformed blood vessel in his brain, and it was the rupture of this blood vessel that caused his cerebral hemorrhage.
The doctors decided to immediately perform a craniotomy in an attempt to save the life of the talented young man.
After the operation, Niu Zhongnan was admitted to the ICU. The doctor said to Niu Zhanghua and Guo Jinhua: "Whether he can wake up now depends on himself." ”
Outside the ward, his parents, teachers, and classmates took turns waiting, and everyone prayed silently in their hearts.
In the fight against death, Niu Zhongnan appeared extremely strong.
Even in a coma, a firm will was faintly visible on his face.
Niu Zhongnan's mother, Guo Jinhua, held his hand tightly and said with teary eyes: "Zhongnan, you must wake up, your mother is waiting for you here." ”
However, the fragility of life was ultimately defeated by the ruthless disease.
After several days of hard struggle, Niu Zhongnan finally passed away on October 9, ending his short but brilliant life journey.
Niu Zhongnan's death was an unbearable pain for Niu Zhanghua and Guo Jinhua, an ordinary peasant couple, to lose their son.
But in the midst of this grief, they made a shocking decision - to donate Niu Zhongnan's organs to pass on the residual heat of this young life to others in need.
Behind this decision is a deep sense of selflessness and love.
In the corridor of the hospital, Guo Jinhua cried and said to Niu Zhanghua: "Our Zhongnan, he is always so helpful, we want to let his kindness continue." ”
Niu Zhanghua's eyes were full of tears, but he replied firmly: "Yes, although Zhongnan has left us, his organs can save more people's lives." It is also a reward for those who have helped us. ”
Niu Zhanghua and Guo Jinhua's decision is not only a brave choice, but also a deep understanding of life.
After Niu Zhongnan's death, they donated their son's liver, kidneys and corneas, which saved the lives of at least five families and brought hope to many more.
However, for Niu Zhanghua and Guo Jinhua, life still needs to go on. After experiencing the pain of losing a child, they have to face the harsh reality.
In order to support the family, Niu Zhanghua had to return to his hometown of Liaocheng, Shandong Province, just ten days after the loss of his son, to continue moving bricks.
His cousin, Niu Libing, told reporters: "Although his heart is very painful, he still has to work hard for his family's life. ”
In an interview with reporters, Niu Zhanghua's words revealed deep helplessness and strength: "Although Zhongnan is gone, life has to go on." We donated his organs, and that was the last thing we could do, and a way to give back to society. We hope that the spirit of Chung Nam will continue to shine in this world. ”
Niu Zhanghua and Guo Jinhua's decision is not only a continuation of their son's life, but also the highest interpretation of love and dedication.
In this difficult time, they use their actions to transmit a powerful power - life is fragile and short, but love and hope will never disappear.