Chapter 1395: Chapter 1053: Long Time No See Chapter 1395: Chapter 1053: Long Time No See Hermes is not just for show, he took a round and did several things, investing tens of billions in Ruixing Group, and making donations to Sanbo Hospital, Nandu Affiliated Hospital No. 1, and Nandu Medical University. Though the amounts varied, each was over a billion.

His lavish money-giving has even made Huang Jiacai, who always saw him as just a nouveau riche, take a fresh look. Who would resist money? Now, with Ruixing about to battle with the giant conglomerates, having financial backing is crucial.

In the business world, capital is the top power. Now having such a wealthy patron, not only rich but also willing to give, asking nothing in return, no assessment or conditions, offering any amount of shares at will, such a patron is impossible to find anywhere in the world.

“Old Wang, I used to disdain you for being a nouveau riche; now, I love that you’re one. ‘Nouveau riche’ isn’t a derogatory term anymore, it’s a term of praise, symbolizing financial power, simple values, and formidable strategic force. But don’t blame me for that time; your suggestions for the professor’s wedding were indeed a bit tacky. Tacky and ‘nouveau riche’ are different; ‘nouveau riche’ is loftier than just tacky.” Huang Jiacai told Old Wang during a meal.

Old Wang waved his hands: “I’m not well-educated, don’t bother me with the intricacies. I like the term ‘nouveau riche.’ What’s wrong with that? I, Wang Changxin, am a nouveau riche, even my name sounds it. Old Huang, to be honest, I invest not because I believe in you or your high-tech ventures. I don’t understand any of that. I did it for Professor Yang. I don’t care if it makes money; it’s out of respect for Professor Yang.”

“Nothing more to say, Brother Wang, here’s a toast to you.” What more could Huang Jiacai say with such a patron? Just keep calling him ‘brother’ and keep toasting.

“Come on, let’s drink. You’re Professor Yang’s brother, so we’re brothers too. Since we’re brothers, no need for courtesy. I know you’re preparing to battle the Americans, it’s going to burn money, but don’t panic. Go at them full force, and I’ll support you. I can’t help much, but when it comes to money, I swear I’ll give you whatever you need. If I hesitate, you can write my name backward. Go at them hard until they are utterly defeated. Fuck! They have provoked us, we must show them our strength.” Old Wang belched after drinking.

“Little brother thanks Big Brother Wang. Wang is mighty, his generosity pierces the clouds, he’s a true hero, serving the nation…” Now Huang Jiacai genuinely admired Wang Changxin.

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At Professor Liang’s home in Beijing.

Zhang Chunquan came to visit his mentor. Zhang Chunquan had never returned since leaving years ago, despite Professor Liang sending multiple letters urging him to return and serve the country, but Zhang Chunquan refused, and eventually stopped replying.

Professor Liang hoped Zhang Chunquan could help Peking Union Medical College establish a stem cell laboratory and cultivate talent, but Zhang Chunquan still refused, even denying any exchange visits to his laboratory.

Zhang Chunquan has been outstanding in stem cell research in the United States, contributing significantly to US medical biotech strategies and offering tactics to curb Chinese biomedical technology developments because he’s very familiar with the current situation in Chinese biomedical research. His advice has been very valuable to Americans, who hold him in high regard.

This time he returned from the United States, claiming to visit Peking Union as an exchange, requesting to see his mentor Professor Liang. Professor Liang, upon hearing this, was delighted, having personally nurtured Zhang Chunquan, a rare genius, hoping maybe he had misunderstood him and that Zhang Chunquan could still serve his country.

Zhang Chunquan arrived at Professor Liang’s home. During his studies at Peking Union, he was often helped by Professor Liang, having had many meals at his home, with Professor Liang genuinely investing in him.

Professor Liang funded his tuition and living expenses, even once paying for his father’s medical treatment when his father was seriously ill and couldn’t afford the medical expenses, allowing him to focus on his studies.

More than a decade ago, Zhang Chunquan went to study in the United States, working at the Whitehead Laboratory at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Their stem cell project is formidable, ranked highly internationally, with the lab currently handling ten inducing factors, two of which were discovered by Zhang Chunquan. These factors are for inducing cartilage, true mature inducing factors.

Due to his outstanding achievements, Zhang Chunquan received the prestigious Lasker Award in the field of biomedical science, a prestigious award only second to the Nobel Prize.

“Mr. Liang!” Zhang Chunquan, having spoken English for a long time, now spoke Chinese somewhat hesitantly.

“Chunquan!” Professor Liang, reuniting with his beloved student after a long time, was deeply moved.

They clasped hands warmly, then sat down in the living room for a long talk.

“I had my difficulties back then and didn’t return to the country as you requested, please forgive me. I have come back to contribute to the country as best as I can. Mentor, I have always remembered your kindness and beg to bow in respect.” Zhang Chunquan stood up, stood in front of Professor Liang and bowed deeply.