Chapter 675: The Indomitable Spirit of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Chapter 675: The Indomitable Spirit of Traditional Chinese Medicine

When Bai Zhi and Ye Rufeng returned to their rented courtyard in the afternoon, smoke was billowing from the kitchen chimney.

In the courtyard were a series of stall-setting tools that Liu Guifang used for her shift.

Bai Zhi went straight to the kitchen and saw Liu Guifang busy in the kitchen.

Bai Zhi never expected that their rented house would be filled with such a lively atmosphere. The kitchen was already steaming when she got home, which felt quite nice.

She entered the kitchen, smiling, and asked, "Sister-in-law, what are you doing so early? Don't you steam your dough at dawn?"

Liu Guifang, wearing an apron, was stirring something in a bowl with chopsticks. When she saw Bai Zhi return, she replied gently, "I'm making jelly. I've prepared both potato starch and pea starch. This jelly needs to be cooled and solidified for seven or eight hours before it tastes good."

She was busy at work, explaining to Bai Zhi, "The weather is still cool now, so it's perfect to make the jelly now and sell it tomorrow morning. When it gets hot in the summer, I'll get up in the middle of the night to make it."

"You've all gone home from get off work? I just bought some groceries. After the jelly is ready, I'll cook some dishes for you."

Bai Zhi hurriedly waved her hand to decline, "Sister-in-law, there's no need to trouble yourself. We can just stir-fry it on the kerosene stove in a bit."

"It's no trouble at all. What's so troublesome about making two dishes? You go and rest first. My cold noodles are quick to make. I'll cook from now on."

Bai Zhi couldn't be of much help in the kitchen either. She had been busy at the clinic all day and was quite tired. More importantly, she still had something on her mind.

During the day, people are constantly coming and going in the clinic, making it inconvenient to discuss serious matters.

She was planning to go to the main room to chat with her grandfather.

Ye Rufeng washed his face and turned on the black and white television in the house.

I was half-reclining on a wooden chair watching TV.

Bai Zhi sat down on the small stool and looked at Ye Rufeng, asking,

"Grandpa, I think Dean Liu and Director Li were quite sincere today. What are your thoughts on this matter?"

Ye Rufeng raised his indifferent eyes, looked at her, and said softly, "What are you thinking? Do you still want to cooperate with them? Those people are all very cunning, and you can't deal with them at all."

Bai Zhi knew her grandfather would react this way. She touched her nose and tried to explain, "Actually, from their perspective, it's understandable that they have other requests. Dean Liu also said that although he is the top leader, many things cannot be decided by one person alone and require the leadership team to hold meetings to discuss and decide. Everyone's desire to hire you is also a recognition of your abilities. Although the methods are different, the initial intentions are good."

She looked at Ye Rufeng and tried to persuade him, "The leaders have their own considerations. After they couldn't reach an agreement with us on the hiring, they changed their minds and were willing to compromise and respect our opinions. They came to us seeking cooperation, which shows enough sincerity. I think we shouldn't be too formal and should know when to stop."

Bai Zhi's last words seemed to strike a chord with Ye Rufeng, who scoffed, "Who's putting on airs? I told you, I just don't want to get involved with them."

Bai Zhi didn't believe the old man was unwilling to discuss cooperation with the military hospital; he was clearly just being difficult and trying to gain the upper hand.

She said, "When I told you this before, weren't you quite happy? Just because one negotiation didn't go your way, you're not going to get involved with them anymore? In business, it takes at least several rounds of negotiation. There's no such thing as a deal that's closed in one go. We need to be patient."

Ye Rufeng firmly disagreed with Bai Zhi's explanation, saying, "Is treating illnesses and saving lives a business?"

"Oh, I misused the analogy, but the nature is the same. After all, it's a collaboration, and it always requires negotiation and compromise to reach an agreement. How can you expect to achieve a collaboration if you refuse to discuss things with others?"

Ye Rufeng said, "You need to understand that when we cooperate with them, it's their hospital that benefits. If they're not sincere, we can seek cooperation with other hospitals. As far as I know, your detoxification treatment method is currently unavailable in other hospitals in China. Due to the special nature of military hospitals, they treat many patients with this condition every year, and as leaders, they face immense pressure."

Knowing that we possessed the knowledge of detoxification therapy, you proactively proposed collaborating with their hospital to establish a renowned doctor's studio. Not only did they not respond positively, but they also tried to recruit us, trying to control us. Their vision is incredibly narrow; are they afraid of losing talent or something?

Bai Zhi explained, "It would be easier for them to manage us if we were hired. They have their own considerations. But I believe that Dean Liu, Director Li, and all the medical staff at the military hospital had good intentions in treating patients. Now that they have changed their minds, let's not be stubborn. Both sides should negotiate with sincerity and get it done as soon as possible."

"You really want to cooperate with them?" Ye Rufeng asked Bai Zhi.

Bai Zhi nodded firmly, "Yes."

"Grandpa, in my past life, you and I devoted ourselves to developing this whole set of detoxification treatments over many years, all for the purpose of saving people."

Now, we no longer need to spend years on research; I have readily available treatment experience, and I want to put it into practice as soon as possible. You haven't seen how horribly those soldiers from the front lines were ravaged by the drugs injected by criminals. Lu Ye was one of them; even now, thinking about his condition and that of the other comrades I treated still sends chills down my spine.”

"Furthermore, I've heard that criminals have become even more rampant in the past two years, and drugs have spread to various places, harming countless ordinary people. I now need a large platform to leverage my abilities and strengths to save these people."

Frontline soldiers risk their lives fighting drugs; as doctors, we should safeguard the rear and ensure their health and safety.

Bai Zhi continued to say to Ye Rufeng, "I'm young and insignificant. They only care about your reputation as a renowned doctor, Ye. Even if I cured Officer Song right under their noses, they'll still have to talk to you before they can actually establish a renowned doctor's studio. I lack authority and qualifications, which is a major weakness. So, Grandpa, please help me, okay?"

Bai Zhi's pure and innocent heart seemed to have completely moved Ye Rufeng, and he softened his tone, "You child, I'm not such an immature person."

Well, I just wanted to put their arrogance to a minimum, otherwise there will be a lot of trouble if we actually cooperate in the future.

Upon hearing Ye Rufeng's words, Bai Zhi beamed with joy. She naturally understood the old man's thoughts. She smiled and said, "Then let's leave them hanging for two days. When they can't wait any longer and call, I'll convey your opinion to them, and we'll discuss it in detail."

Ye Rufeng waved his hand, "You decide this yourself. I'm not good at dealing with these leaders."

He gets so angry he's about to explode if they don't see eye to eye for three sentences.

"Grandpa, thank you for your cooperation. I'll talk to them now."

“We can talk, but we’re in control now, so don’t be too humble. You need to show the pride of traditional Chinese medicine; you can’t just be eager to sell.” Ye Rufeng looked at her and reminded her.

"Grandpa, I understand."

Ye Rufeng smelled the aroma of food wafting from the courtyard and asked Bai Zhi, "What are we having for dinner tonight?"