Chapter 546: Negotiations Failed, Borrowing a Knife to Kill

"Li, we are good friends, right?" The old man Axen rolled his eyes and showed a weasel-like smile.

He gave Li Quan blood research data from more than ten years ago, pretending it was the latest research data.

But he said we were good friends.

Isn't this bullshit?

"Of course we are good friends. After you came to China, I have been treating you with good food and wine. I have also been sharing Chinese medicine with you sincerely. I even let you watch the whole process of me saving people with Chinese medicine. These are the treatments that only good friends can have."

Li Quan couldn't help but think of that sentence again at this moment.

When we were children, we couldn’t express our ideas clearly. When we grow up, we say things that are not what we mean.

In the adult world, intrigue and deception are everywhere, and interests determine almost everything.

"Since we are good friends, you should do your best to help me research this new drug for treating leukemia. You also know that I brought the whole team to rescue your girlfriend and stayed in China for three months. If I can't make some achievements, I will definitely be punished when I return. At my age, my reputation will be damaged and my salary will be severely reduced. How will I live then?

We Americans all consume in advance. Not only do we live paycheck to paycheck, but we are all in debt.

Li, you have to help me!"

Aixen squeezed out two turbid tears and looked at Li Quan pitifully.

This is a preparation to play the emotional card and sing a tactic of self-torture.

"Professor Aixen, of course I am willing to do my best to help you. But you know better than anyone how difficult it is to research a new drug for leukemia. I want you to provide all the information and test data for the research on this drug, but you insist on treating me like a thief . What can I do?"

Li Quan simply spoke frankly.

To prevent these foreigners from treating him like a fool.

"Ah... misunderstanding, a huge misunderstanding. We are old friends, how could I be on guard against you like a thief? It's just that the research information and test data are not decided by me alone, but belong to the foundation and medical center that support us. I wanted to give it to you, but they didn't agree. When the new drug research is successful, I will definitely share the new drug preparation method with you."

Aixen painted a big picture for Li Quan.

When the two of them talked about this point, they almost put the problem on the table.

"I can't even see the research materials and test data for this new drug, so how can I help you solve the final problem? Even a skilled cook cannot cook without rice!"

Li Quan spread his hands, shrugged, and a helpless smile appeared on his face.

"Well... well, I'll ask the person in charge of the medical center behind us. I'll come talk to you after I finish the call."

This was probably the first time that Aixen encountered such a tough opponent like Li Quan.

There was no other way but to ask his superiors.

"Tell the head of the medical center that the best way out for our two countries is to work together. Cooperation is beneficial to both sides, while conflict will hurt both sides. I look forward to hearing from you."

Li Quan is a very busy man.

There are a lot of things.

He first went to the cafeteria to have dinner, and then went to the Traditional Chinese Medicine Orthopedics Department to treat patients with extremely difficult bone injuries.

Those patients were those whom Luo Wenhao and Tang Zhengyuan could not treat.

…

It was around eight o'clock in the evening when all eleven patients were treated.

Two required surgery.

Li Quan's surgical skills have now reached a minor level of success, and his level is equivalent to the top level among chief surgeons.

Fully capable of completing this fracture treatment surgery.

However, he is currently unable to perform major surgeries such as thoracotomy and craniotomy.

One needs to at least reach master level in surgical skills to have that ability.

Coming out of the operating room, Li Quan let out a breath of foul air.

The two operations took 41 minutes, and surgery increased the experience value by 5%. Osteopathy only increased it by 0.2%.

This made Li Quan very upset.

After reaching the master level in medical skills, if you earn 10 skill points at a time, you will need to treat a thousand patients to advance to a higher level.

The master level is equivalent to the chief physician level, and those at a higher level are definitely more powerful than the chief physician.

At present, we still don’t know what the higher level will be?

However, judging from the current trend, the first techniques to be promoted are likely to be pulse diagnosis and visual diagnosis, followed by bone therapy.

As for unpopular medical skills such as Tongmengshu and Auscultation, the promotion speed is very slow because the probability of use is very low.

"Li! You finally came out!"

Aixen was actually waiting outside the operating room.

This old American man is really persistent.

"How is it? Have you consulted the person in charge of the medical center?" Li Quan asked casually.

"Yes, I have already asked. Johnson disagrees with us sharing all the research materials and test data with you. He pointed out that we in the United States have already given you all the results of our years of blood disease research, and you also promised to help us research new leukemia drugs. Therefore, he believes that we should not pay any more, otherwise it would be unfair."

Aixen 's expression was serious.

Li Quan prefers this kind of open and frank negotiation.

It's much better than this old American man who keeps playing the self-torture trick and the emotional card.

"Then please tell Mr. Johnson that you get what you pay for. Cheap goods are not good. Your country is exchanging the results of blood disease research from more than ten years ago, so the help you get will definitely be discounted."

Li Quan wanted to let these Americans know that he had already seen through all their conspiracies and tricks.

No matter how thick-skinned Aixen was, he still looked somewhat embarrassed when Li Quan exposed him in person.

"Li, there may be some misunderstandings here. The research results given to you are indeed not the latest. But we also want to ensure that the information and data are accurate. There are still many errors in the latest research results. We are worried that they will mislead your doctors and scientists if we give them to your country."

Aixen's mouth is even more eloquent than that of Buddha.

She really has a sweet mouth.

The dead can speak of life, and the living can speak of death.

"Thank you for your consideration for us, but we don't care if your latest research results have some errors. You can give me the latest research results now, and I promise to satisfy you. I will do everything I can to help you develop new drugs for leukemia. I can even exchange it for Chinese medicine for the treatment of leukemia."

Li Quan added more pressure on the other party.

"Well...how about this, let's talk in your office. I'll call Johnson now and we'll negotiate together. I'm just a technician, and there are many things I can't decide."

Aixen was quite tempted by the conditions proposed by Li Quan.

It is an indisputable fact that Li Quan has cured several leukemia patients using traditional Chinese medicine.

Moreover, Li Quan did help them overcome one difficulty after another encountered in the research of new leukemia drugs.

"please!"

Li Quan made a gesture of invitation.

The two arrived at Dean Li Quan's office. At this time, all the staff of the Dean's Office and the Dean's Assistant had gone off work.

The dean's office seemed unusually quiet.

Axen called Johnson and reported the situation.

He spoke very quickly, all in English, and Li Quan could only understand part of it.

Spoken English is his weakness.

"Li, Mr. Johnson wants to talk to you directly." Axen asked Li Quan for his opinion.

Li Quan took the phone.

"Hello, Mr. Johnson!" Li Quan greeted the other party with a smile.

"Hello, Dean Li!"

I didn't expect Johnson could speak Chinese.

"Mr. Johnson, your Chinese is very standard, which is quite surprising." Li Quan discovered that outstanding people usually know other languages.

"I can't help it. There are more and more high-level talents in your country, and the country is developing better and better. If I don't speak your language, I can't deal with you. Dean Li, I can't imagine that you, a young man in your twenties, can achieve such a high achievement in the field of medicine. Many of your Chinese culture and skills have fascinated me deeply.

For example, Chinese martial arts, traditional Chinese medicine, Sichuan opera face-changing, Lu Ban's woodworking mortise and tenon joint technology, etc. "

Johnson started by flattering Li Quan.

This was quite useful to Li Quan.

He has almost got calluses on his ears from hearing so much flattery from others.

The flattery of foreigners is particularly pleasant to hear, and also particularly novel.

"If you like China, Mr. Johnson, you are welcome to visit us. I will treat you warmly, just like I treated Professor Axen and others. I will take you to taste our Chinese food, visit famous places and historical sites, and learn about Chinese medicine."

Li Quan smiled and joked with the other party.

Who doesn't know how to say a few polite words?

"OK, I'll definitely come to China to see you next time I have a chance." Johnson readily agreed. "President Li, let's talk business! If you help Exen develop a leukemia drug, I can give you a US green card, the honorary title you want, and a large sum of money."

Johnson finally lost his patience and started talking to Li Quan about serious matters.

"Thank you for your kindness, but I don't need any of these. I just like to study medicine. If your country is really sincere, could you share with me the latest research results on blood diseases, as well as the information and test data on leukemia drugs?"

Li Quan put forward his conditions calmly.

He is not short of money.

Even if you give him 1 billion, he won't be tempted.

"Haha, Dean Li just helped us solve some problems in new drug research, but he asked for so many research results. I'm afraid the two are not equivalent, right?"

Johnson sneered.

"Don't think that I am just helping you solve some problems encountered in new drug research. But the new leukemia drug you are researching is the world's leading drug and can enhance human immunity. It can truly cure leukemia. It can even be extended to other fields, such as lung cancer, liver cancer, intestinal cancer, etc. It can be said that as long as the research of this new drug is successful, you will have a weapon to eliminate cancer.

Maybe by then, cancer will be as easy to treat as a cold.

Mr. Johnson, do you still think this exchange is unfair?"

Li Quan is very shrewd.

He is very clear about the significance of this new leukemia drug.

"Couldn't Dean Li make a little concession? We can exchange it for information on other drugs. We can even exchange it for some of the most advanced medical equipment.

You know, there are many advanced medical instruments that your country simply cannot develop.

And money can’t buy it.”

The research results of human blood are one of the important studies to decipher the core mysteries of the human body. Naturally, Johnson is unwilling to share them with Chinese doctors.

With the intelligence and diligence of the Chinese people, if they could really obtain the latest research results from the United States, within two years, they would leave the United States far behind.

"I just like blood research." Li Quan refused to give in.

"Then I'm afraid we have nothing more to talk about. Tell Axen and the others that they can leave for the United States tomorrow."

After Johnson finished speaking, he hung up the phone angrily.

This is really a case of turning against one another.

We were discussing something in a friendly manner one second, and the next second, he just hung up the phone.

Li Quan returned the phone to Axen and conveyed Johnson's intention.

Axelsen was confused. He didn't understand why Johnson broke down the negotiations so directly.

The two sides parted ways unhappily this time.

Li Quan just felt a little regretful. After all, he did not lose money in this transaction.

The benefits gained for the country are enormous.

As for the benefits paid to foreigners, if their new leukemia drug can be successfully researched, then it is still good. If not, then it is equal to zero.

…

It was almost nine o'clock when I returned to the community where I lived.

Soon after Li Quan entered the community gate, he felt his scalp itching.

It was as if someone was secretly holding a sharp knife and pointing it at his head.

Considering that the ominous Land Rover was just disposed of yesterday, the new owner was murdered that night.

Li Quan shuddered suddenly.

The criminals may have already come to your door.

Those people probably had guns.

His scalp was tingling and his heart was pounding with fear. He might have a criminal pointing a gun at him in secret.

Aiming.

This is very dangerous.

No matter how powerful Li Quan's martial arts skills are, he is not confident enough to block bullets.

He immediately zigzags like a snake.

Fast forward.

He ran back to his rental house in one breath.

As soon as he opened the door, Li Quan felt a cold murderous aura, and two cold pistols were pointed at his head.

"Hey, what are you doing?"

Li Quan was so scared that his heart almost jumped out.

Fortunately, the people in the rental house were not criminals, but two agents, Bian Rong and Xiong Gangjun.

"Someone has been secretly scouting outside the door not long ago. They all carry guns and don't look like ordinary people. It seems that they are coming for you or us."

Xiong Gangjun explained in a low voice.

Pull Li Quan into the house.

Close the security door quickly.

Then he vigilantly watched the corridor outside through the peephole.

"So what do we do now? Should we call the police?"

Li Quan deliberately showed weakness and let the two agents make the decision.

It might be a good idea to use these two agents to get rid of those terrifying criminals.

"First find out where the enemy is coming from, their number, and their equipment. It won't be too late to report it later."

Bianrong said coldly.

She held the gun in both hands and turned to look at the living room window from time to time.

To prevent the enemy from breaking in from there.

Just then, there was a slight sound from the security door.