U4 2英语（170）

When Duty Calls

For most Chinese people, festivals usually mean a break from work and happy family reunions. But for Leng Wenying, festivals only mean more work.

As a doctor in the emergency room, Leng misses many family meals with her loved ones. She is often much busier during festivals. Sometimes, she has to work for 20 hours straight without any breaks, which makes her tired and thirsty. "Festivals are a challenge because our patients are often in bad situations. We need to be ready every minute," says Leng.

Because of her duty, Leng has little time to spend with her family during festivals. But she never regrets her decision to be an ER doctor. "I make the most of every minute with my family. I'm very thankful for their support," she says.

Leng is just one of millions of medical workers in China. They give up their family time to answer the call of duty. In the heart of every patient, their hard work shines brighter than festive fireworks.