Chapter 123, First President!

  Since that night when the conflict occurred at the Mingyue Club, Qin Luo and Guan Xu had not seen each other again. Guan Xu also never went to school or home to find Lin Xuanxi, as if the relationship between the two was still very estranged.

  Is it really true that after a breakup, two people can only become strangers?

  Qin Luo had no idea he would run into Guan Xu here, and it was clear the other man hadn't expected it either. He could see a flash of surprise cross Guan Xu's face.

  Neither of them said anything, or rather, they didn't know what to say in this situation either.

  As the elevator door was about to close, Li Lingxi stretched out his hand to intercept it. Guan Xu smiled at Qin Luo and walked out of the elevator, heading towards Huaxia Famous Doctors Hall.

  Qin Luo also pulled Wang Jiujui's hand into the elevator, and the indicator light above the numbers went all the way down.

  From start to finish, no one said a word.

  He walked into his office, and plopped himself down on the sofa. He picked up a cigarette from the pack on the coffee table in front of him, but didn't light it right away. He lay back on the sofa with his eyes closed, lost in thought.

  Li Lixi came in after a while, closed the door and sat down beside Guan Xu, smiling and saying: "I asked the front desk, they said this kid came in to find the manager, the front desk said the manager was not there, let him leave his phone number but he didn't leave it. Said next time come visit again."

  Guan Xie lit a cigarette and said after taking a puff: "Fellow practitioners are sworn enemies. The two of us are indeed born to be sworn enemies."

  "What's next? Nor is it clear what his purpose was." Li Lingxi lit a cigarette and sat together with him, lost in thought.

  "Our Huaxia Mingyitang has been so popular recently, he must have seen the news. He is a Chinese medicine doctor and I heard that he also wants to set up a Chinese Medicine Association, it's reasonable for him to come over and take a look." Guan Xie said with a smile.

  "Haha, he came for nothing. What's the point of coming? We should earn what we deserve, not a penny less. I've communicated with the TV station and plan to open a health supplement class in the name of both parties, Huaxia Mingyitang. The class will be divided into primary and advanced classes. As for pricing, we'll discuss it later, but I estimate we can make another fortune. In this day and age, rich people are afraid of death. Manager Shao, now I understand that doing traditional Chinese medicine is indeed profitable."

  "You take care of this. I still have to visit a few more famous doctors. The current Huaxia Famous Doctors Team is just in its initial stage, what we need to do... is a huge medical revolution. When this storm rises, all Huaxia people will be our loyal customers." Guan Xie said with a smile. "I believe that Bill's words are correct. In the future, wealth that surpasses his will only be produced in genetic technology and health industries."

  But in her heart, she couldn't help but sigh that if it were just about making money, things would be much easier. She wouldn't have to bear such great pressure either.

  Unfortunately, the path I have to take is one with no return.

  Traditional Chinese medicine. It doesn't conform to the trend of this era, so let's speed up its elimination.

  I hope that kid doesn't suspect anything. What I want to do, no one can stop me.

  "Teacher Qin, how did they end up here?" Wang Jiujin finally spoke up after being infected by the atmosphere earlier, only asking this question when they walked out of the Nanfang Building.

  "It's unclear," Qin Luo said. However, his mind was racing at high speed.

  Wang Jiujui's question is also his own thinking problem.

  Why did Guanxu appear in Huaxia Mingyitang? What kind of relationship does he have with Huaxia Mingyitang?

  He also saw the figures of Guan Xiu and Li Lingxi moving among them when they held a traditional Chinese medicine seminar in Yanyuan last time. What is his purpose?

  Could it be that he is also interested in traditional Chinese medicine? Or did he contract a very serious disease, such as AIDS, which cannot be effectively treated in the United States, and now he has returned to China to visit famous doctors for treatment everywhere?

  No, I must remind Lin Xuanxi of this when I get back.

  A man without dating experience is very pathetic, this innocent little virgin boy worries about something that is really unnecessary.

  "How did they end up at Huaxia Famous Doctors' Hall? I think they're being suspiciously secretive." Wang Jiujiao said.

  Qin Luo smiled and said: "Maybe coming to see a doctor isn't necessarily the case."

  "Teacher Qin, would you like me to check it for you?" Wang Jiujin asked.

  Qin Luo hesitated for a moment before nodding in agreement. With Wang Jiujiu's network of connections, it would indeed be much more convenient to get things done this way.

  They can go to Huaxia Mingyitang's legal representative, registration information, account information, and quietly get things done. While they themselves may have tried their best but still risk being counterproductive.

  The reason he hesitated was that he owed Wang Jiuyi too much. In the words of Guo Haizan, "This emotional debt can only be repaid with flesh."

  The phone in Qin Luo's pocket rang, he took it out and saw that the incoming call was from an unfamiliar number.

  "Hello? Who's this?" Qin Luo answered the phone and asked.

  "Qin brothers, you've forgotten me so quickly?" a man's voice came over the phone.

  "There's no number stored on the phone ----" Qin Luo really couldn't remember who this person was who called. If it were a woman's voice, he could still tell them apart. But men's voices ---- he had no way of telling them apart.

  "I am Minghao." The man said with a smile.

  "Hello, Big Brother Ming. I'm so sorry, it's a bit noisy on my end and I didn't quite catch your voice." Qin Luo apologized. The one who made the call was Cai Gongmin's secretary, Minghao.

  "Haha, never mind. Where's Qin brother? Do you have time tonight?" Minghao said with a smile.

  "Is anything wrong?" Qin Luo asked.

  "It's like this. Minister Cai has some free time tonight and wants to have a casual dinner with you, to discuss the Chinese Medicine Association matters." Minghao said.

  Qin Luo's face lit up with joy, and he asked: "Is there a breakthrough in the case?"

  These days, he has been waiting for news from Cai Gongmin's side. He wants to establish a national TCM association, but if it can't get the government's support, it's just pie in the sky. Maybe as soon as it's established, it will be regarded as an evil organization and banned.

  "Let Minister Cai tell you himself," said Minghao. As a secretary, he still understood the importance of keeping secrets.

  "Alright. What time tonight? Where shall we meet?" Qin Luo asked.

  "Seven o'clock tonight. Set at Jinxing Hotel. This is the department's reception hotel. After you arrive, just call my mobile phone directly." Minghao said.

  "Alright, thank you."

  "What's with the politeness? Alright, won't bother you anymore. Go ahead and be busy."

  Hanging up the phone, Qin Luo had a joyful expression on his face.

  Wang Jiujui smiled and asked: "Teacher Qin, what's so happy about?"

  "It's really something worth being happy about." Qin Luo said with a smile. "If it succeeds, perhaps this will be the milestone for the development of traditional Chinese medicine."

  At 6:50, Qin Luo rushed to Jinxing Hotel by car.

  Jin Xing Hotel is a quasi-five-star building and also the hotel used by the Ministry of Health for receiving foreign guests and holding meetings. Although it has not been officially awarded the five-star title, the service and decoration inside are absolutely impeccable.

  Standing at the grand entrance of the hotel, Qin Luo dialed Ming Hao's phone number. Soon after, Ming Hao hurried over and shook hands with Qin Luo, smiling as he said: "You're really punctual. Director Cai just arrived too."

  "When having dinner with seniors, how dare you be late?" Qin Luo said with a smile. He didn't address Minister Cai by his official title, but treated him as an elder, making it seem more intimate and casual.

  Minghao patted Qin Luo's shoulder and led him into the VIP elevator, heading upstairs.

  In a spacious and luxurious private room, Qin Luo met Minister Cai Gongming.

  He was dressed in a black suit today, with a dark-colored tie. He looked very formal and dignified.

  Upon seeing Qin Luo enter, Director Cai smiled and said: "Qin Luo, I have two pieces of good news to tell you. Which one do you want to hear first?"

  "Every time I see Minister Cai, I hear good news." Qin Luo flattered him a bit and smiled as he said: "Anyway, both are good news. It doesn't matter which one we listen to first."

  "Haha, then I'll tell you one by one. The first good news is that the proposal to establish the Huaxia National Traditional Chinese Medicine Association, which was proposed by you, has been approved." Cai Gongmin said with a smile on his face, it seems that this news made his mood very comfortable.

  "Thank you, Minister." Qin Luo said with a surprised face. Although he had already guessed the possibility, without getting an official message, he was still worried.

  Now, Minister Cai personally told him the news. It proves that things have indeed been settled. If there are no major changes, there should be no more changes. Otherwise, with Minister Cai's caution, it is impossible to inform himself in advance.

  "What are you thanking me for? Everyone is working for the development of traditional Chinese medicine. It's not just you who's anxious, our comrades in the department are also very anxious. We're always being squeezed by Western medicine, and traditional Chinese medicine is almost being eliminated. Everyone feels uncomfortable about this. If traditional Chinese medicine dies out in our hands, isn't that a crime against future generations?" Cai Gongmin said with a serious expression, waving his hand.

  "Traditional Chinese medicine will not be eliminated," Qin Luo said firmly.

  "Yes, I think so too." Cai Gongmin nodded and said. "The second piece of good news is the reason why I have this confidence."

  "What's the second piece of good news?" Qin Luo asked with a smile.

  "At my proposal and after the organization's review, it has been decided to appoint you as the first president of the Chinese Medicine Association. You will be fully responsible for the establishment, organization, management and other matters of the association."

  The first president of the Chinese Medicine Association?

  Qin Luo was taken aback. Then he waved his hand repeatedly and said, "Director Cai, this is probably not suitable. I'm young and inexperienced, and it's probably hard to convince others."

  Cai Gongmin furrowed his brow and said seriously: "Qin Luo, do you know why I have so much confidence in you?"

  "I don't know." Qin Luo shook his head.

  "Because of the rebellious factor in your bones. Your unconventional approach to life. The situation we are facing now is extremely severe, and only an extraordinary person can achieve an extraordinary career." Cai Gongmin said. "If I recommend a qualified old man to take over, what's the point of establishing such a TCM association? How can it save the TCM industry?"

  "You are someone I have high hopes for. Young, intelligent and full of energy. I've placed all my expectations for the rise of traditional Chinese medicine on you, don't let me down."

  Qin Luo thought seriously and felt that except for himself, others might not be able to accomplish this task. He nodded and said: "Alright, I will definitely live up to Director Cai's trust."