496: Chapter 496: Invitation from the Traditional Chinese Medicine Association 496: Chapter 496: Invitation from the Traditional Chinese Medicine Association Although Tangyu claimed not to harbor any grand ideals about promoting traditional Chinese medicine to flourish and lead the world, in reality, Tangyu wasn’t so concerned about the decline or survival of Chinese medicine.
As long as his own branch of “Ghost Doctor” didn’t fade away or get lost, that was enough for him.
He didn’t harbor any lofty sentiments to care about it.
Even so, his bones were infused with the blood of traditional Chinese medicine.
Tangyu was naturally very proud of it and always believed and was firm in the profundity and infinite mysteries of traditional Chinese medicine.
How could it be comparable to Western medicine?
It wasn’t that Tangyu looked down on Western medicine, nor was he dismissive of it.
In fact, Tangyu didn’t have the slightest disdain for Western medicine.
However, hearing Chairman Bi’s words, Tangyu was quite annoyed with the mindset and actions of the Americans.
Fast development of Western medicine was fine by him, but they shouldn’t blatantly try to bully Chinese medicine or suppress it to make Western medicine dominate.
This point had sparked anger inside Tangyu, so he was quite upset at the moment.
As for those worthless American Western medicine expert groups, Tangyu disdained them.
“Indeed, their intentions are condemnable.
This battle is not only about the competition between Chinese and Western medicine but also involves the competition between Huaxia Country and America.” Chairman Bi nodded solemnly.
“Chairman Bi, are you suggesting you want me and Tangyu to represent our Traditional Chinese Medicine at this Chinese and Western medicine conference?” Rao Yuanzhi said.
Chairman Bi nodded and said, “That’s also the reason for my visit today.
Rao Yuanzhi, no need to be modest, you are known as ‘Divine Needle’ and are an outstanding representative of the younger generation in Donglin City.
And Tangyu, though I don’t know much about you, considering that even Rao Yuanzhi claims to be inferior to you in medical skills, it shows how superb your skills are.
If we have you two representing us in traditional Chinese medicine, I would indeed feel some confidence to take on Western medicine in this battle.
This medical conference, I’m also glad because Donglin City has young talents like you.
Rao Yuanzhen is also in my list of invitees.
Rao Yuanzhi, Tangyu, what do you think?
I have said what needs to be said and am very eager for you to join and strengthen the strength of our TCM community.
I won’t say much else; if the two of you could help, I would be very grateful for your outstanding contributions to our traditional Chinese medicine.”
“Chairman Bi, you’re too kind.
We are embarrassed by your words.
I have no issues with this matter; I will definitely try my hardest to show those Western medicine experts.
I want them to understand that our Chinese medicine is not something they can insult.” Rao Yuanzhi said, his words revealing a sharp edge.
His pride in traditional Chinese medicine was very strong; he would not allow others to insult it.
If given a chance, he believed he could carry the responsibility of saving traditional Chinese medicine.
Tangyu greatly admired this pride of Rao Yuanzhi.
Tangyu was silent for a moment, feeling a bit melancholic.
He didn’t want to seek fame, but he also didn’t want traditional Chinese medicine to be suppressed by Western medicine.
He was considering whether traditional Chinese medicine could gain the upper hand with Rao Yuanzhi and Rao Yuanzhen in the fight.
Seeing Tangyu’s hesitation, Rao Yuanzhi looked towards Chairman Bi and asked, “Chairman Bi, what are the rules for this traditional Chinese medicine conference?
What are our plans on this side?”
“It’s like this; the theme of this Chinese and Western medicine conference is a friendship exchange for the younger generation, meaning that the participants must all be young people, ideally under the age of thirty.
As for the number, the American side will send a delegation composed of twelve people, so we should also send twelve people—no more, no less.
If we have more people, that would be taking advantage, and we would already fall short,” Chairman Bi explained.
“Twelve people under thirty, that’s not easy to find,” Rao Yuanzhi frowned and said.
“It’s indeed difficult.
If there wasn’t an age limit, I could have called some old guys to show up and support the event.
But now that won’t work.
Twelve people—it should be no more and no less; having fewer would make the Americans say we have no one, and more would be bullying the few,” Chairman Bi said.
“Yes, it is best to have as many people as the American side, so we won’t give others anything to talk about.
With twelve people, if there aren’t a few experts, I guess we won’t get much advantage this time.
Clearly, the American side is well-prepared, and they’ve networked the world’s elite talents; we definitely shouldn’t underestimate the strength of this team.
Our side really needs to be fully prepared,” Rao Yuanzhi said, his gaze also turning towards Tangyu, naturally hoping very much that Tangyu would agree.
With Tangyu anchoring the team, their chances of winning would be much greater.
“Alright, I will participate,” Tangyu said.
“Hehe, that gives us even more confidence,” Rao Yuanzhi immediately laughed.
Chairman Bi also smiled happily, clasped Tangyu’s hand, and said, “That’s wonderful, I’ll thank you on behalf of the Traditional Chinese Medicine community in advance.
By the way, I haven’t yet completed the list of participants.
If you have any good candidates, please introduce them to me.”
Rao Yuanzhi shook his head, indicating he couldn’t think of a suitable candidate.
Something occurred to Tangyu, and he said, “I actually have a candidate.”
“Oh, who is it?” Chairman Bi immediately asked.
“Liu Shiyi, she is currently studying at Donglin University, oh yes, she seems to be in the same department as Rao Yuanzhen.
Although she isn’t very famous, I believe her medical skills are quite adequate,” Tangyu said.
He also wanted to give Liu Shiyi a chance.
Such an opportunity, for countless people studying traditional Chinese medicine, was an eagerly sought-after chance and a great honor.
Being invited by the Traditional Chinese Medicine Association meant that you were considered among the outstanding young elites of traditional Chinese medicine, and connecting with the TCM community would greatly benefit future development, which needn’t be stated.
Tangyu himself didn’t care, but he believed this opportunity was invaluable for Liu Shiyi.
Chairman Bi frowned slightly, evidently having not heard of Liu Shiyi, and neither had Rao Yuanzhi heard of this person.
Chairman Bi thought for a moment and still nodded, saying, “Well, I don’t have a suitable candidate for now, and since it’s someone Tangyu is recommending, I naturally trust her capabilities.
Well then, Tangyu, you can extend the invitation to her, as you know her and it would be easier to talk.
I’ll have to trouble you with this matter.”
“Alright, I will speak to her,” Tangyu nodded.
“Alright, let’s leave it at that for now.
I’m also about to visit Doctor Xiao to see if I can persuade her to join,” Chairman Bi said.
Rao Yuanzhi also agreed, “It would be best if we could invite Doctor Xiao.”
After saying goodbye to Chairman Bi, and as it was getting late, Tangyu asked Rao Yuanzhi to take him directly back to the Princess Apartments.
“Haha, Brother Tangyu, I thought you might not agree,” Rao Yuanzhi said with a smile.
Tangyu was very low-key, and this medical exchange meeting would definitely be a high-profile event, so Rao Yuanzhi thought Tangyu wouldn’t like to be in the limelight.
Tangyu smirked and said, “I didn’t want to agree, but there is still some fire in my bones.
Western medicine can thrive, but I won’t allow it to blatantly bully our traditional medicine.
The decline of traditional medicine is a national issue; we cannot blame Western medicine for that, so I don’t resent Western medicine.
However, America’s approach this time has really annoyed me, so I want to make them apologize and suffer a defeat.
They’ll be slapping their own faces.”
“Haha, Brother Tangyu, hearing you say that is truly impressive.
With you anchoring the event, I believe we won’t lose,” Rao Yuanzhi said with a smile.
“It’s not just about not losing, we must win, and win beautifully,” Tangyu said.
Rao Yuanzhi was also infected by Tangyu’s confidence, nodded, and said, “Right, we must win.
Haha, Brother Tangyu, do you think Doctor Xiao will participate?”
Tangyu thought for a moment, then said, “She will.”
“Will?
Why?
I don’t think so.
You might not understand Doctor Xiao’s personality very well; she never makes public appearances.
I can confidently say this, not more than fifty people in Donglin City have seen Doctor Xiao in person, absolutely not more than that.
Over the past three years, Doctor Xiao has always stayed secluded in Bi Yue Pavilion, I don’t think she’ll come out for this medical exchange meeting,” Rao Yuanzhi shook his head.
“She definitely will,” Tangyu asserted.
“Why are you so sure?” Rao Yuanzhi asked, puzzled.
“A man’s intuition,” Tangyu said.
“Haha, then how about we make a bet?
If you win, I’ll call you ‘Brother’ from now on.
If you lose, you call me ‘Brother’,” Rao Yuanzhi laughed.
“Deal,” Tangyu said.
When Tangyu returned to the Beauty Apartments, Guo Momo and the others were not back yet, and Rao Yuanzhi did not stay for long, saying he had things to do and left.
Checking the time, it was already after school, and Guo Momo and the others should be on their way, so Tangyu waited at home for their return.
Today was only the second time Tangyu had come home so early.
It wasn’t long before there was a flurry of noise outside, the voice arriving before the person, clearly that of Zhao Yaya jabbering away incessantly.
“Eh, there’s someone at home, could it be a burglar?
How come the door is open?” Zhao Yaya suddenly cried out.
She was quite bold, rushing straight in, and when she saw Tangyu sitting on the sofa, her eyes instantly widened, sizing him up weirdly as if she had seen a monster.
She even walked up to Tangyu, looked him over from left to right, and said confusedly, “Sister Momo, did the sun come out from the west today?
Is this really the good brother, or could it be a clone?”
“Do I look like a clone?” Tangyu said.
“Yo, the clone is made so realistically,” Zhao Yaya cried out again.
Lin Feifei came over and said, “Tangyu, why did you come back so early today?”
“Haha, I didn’t have much to do so I came back early from work.
Oh, Feifei, a friend’s sister is celebrating her birthday tonight and she insisted on inviting me over.
Let’s go together for dinner later,” Tangyu said.
Lin Feifei immediately smiled happily; Tangyu was taking her to meet his friends.
Naturally, girls like it when their boyfriends introduce them to their friends as it makes them feel valued.
Besides, Lin Feifei had never been brought out to meet Tangyu’s friends before; this was the first time, naturally making her very happy.
“A birthday party, sounds fun.
I want to go too,” Zhao Yaya immediately said.
Guo Momo pulled Zhao Yaya aside and said, “Why do you want to join in?
Stay home and keep me company.
Do you want me to be alone at home?”
Zhao Yaya then pouted, “Alright then, I won’t go.
I’ll stay and keep Sister Momo company.”