When the Doctor Uses A Hack
Chapter 1256 - 1259: Highlight Moment!

Chen Cang looked at everyone's expressions, let out a satisfied sigh of relief.

He felt so pitiful.

Constantly needing to find the right balance between staying low-key and showing off.

He had to pretend he wasn't using any "cheats."

And yet, he still wanted to enjoy the thrill of showing off effortlessly.

It's just so hard being me.

Chen Cang casually tore off a sheet of paper and placed it on the table, as if it was nothing of importance!

But right after that!

With just a glance, Meng Xi…

In an instant, she raised her hand and slammed it onto the paper, her expression solemn.

Li Baoshan followed immediately, seemingly acting simultaneously, but since Meng Xi got there first, Director Li ended up placing his hand on top of hers.

Then came Xu Ziming, He Zhiqian…

Everyone had their hands pressed down on the table.

Seeing this scene, Chen Cang froze on the spot.

The other twelve people, however, furrowed their brows and stared intently at Chen Cang.

All their eyes carried an unspoken sense of gratitude and trust.

They were moved by the fact that Chen Cang had so casually placed something potentially priceless on the table.

A gesture that seemed to hold nothing back in his trust in them!

This deeply touched them to their core.

Since Professor Chen treated them genuinely, they naturally wouldn't do anything inappropriate.

Though they often joked around daily, and yes, Chen Cang often acted a bit mischievously to the point of exasperating everyone, he had never treated them as outsiders when it came to teaching surgeries or during critical moments.

Is Chen Cang incredible?

Very incredible!

In their hearts, Chen Cang wasn't any less accomplished than those academicians.

The only thing missing was seniority, that's all.

Becoming an academician required achievements such as the "Three Major Awards," outstanding contributions, scholarly influence, publications, and the like.

Chen Cang's current academic influence was already considerable.

The only thing he lacked was tangible awards.

As for outstanding contributions, well... how to put it? If you called it significant, then it was significant…

This was something with flexible criteria, or to use a professional term, "elastic review standards!"

However, the hard requirement was indeed the "Three Major Awards."

So, what are the "Three Major Awards"?

They are the National Natural Science Award, the National Technical Invention Award, and the National Science and Technology Progress Award, collectively known as the "Three Major Awards" in the scientific community and widely recognized by the public.

Of course, above these lie two even higher accolades: the State Supreme Science and Technology Award and the International Science and Technology Cooperation Award.

But the State Supreme Science and Technology Award is just too prestigious!

Each year, it's awarded to no more than two individuals!

The International Science and Technology Cooperation Award is for foreigners, so that one's off the table.

Currently, the two national-level projects Chen Cang is working on—whether it's the Non-stop Heartbeat Medical Research Center or the Tendon Restoration Center—once completed successfully, would almost certainly guarantee two national awards.

So, Chen Cang's future was undoubtedly limitless.

But!

Despite being such an extraordinary person, in daily life, he always laughed and joked with them, so approachable.

Yet, they knew not to cross the line.

Take the sheet of paper just now, for instance.

Although they had only glanced at it, they instantly realized it was the surgical material for the "Chen's Elephant Trunk Stent" procedure.

This was leagues ahead of their currently crude surgical tools.

It was possibly even the blueprint for a fully matured patented invention!

So naturally, everyone made the same spontaneous decision.

Chen Cang looked at everyone pressing their hands on the paper and was momentarily stunned, rolling his eyes as he said:

"What, you actually started fighting over it?"

Everyone froze for a moment upon hearing this, then smirked in exasperation.

Meng Xi said crossly, "Chen Cang, put this away. It's too valuable!"

Truth be told, this blueprint was worth far more than any Van Gogh painting.

Most importantly, it could save countless lives.

The others nodded in agreement. "Yes, Professor Chen, if this thing gets out, it wouldn't be good."

"Put it away!"

Chen Cang noticed their serious expressions and smiled warmly.

With a nod and a smile, he said, "Alright."

After loosening his grip, Chen Cang suddenly asked, "Does anyone here have experience with patent applications?"

Everyone exchanged glances, and Xu Ziming chuckled, saying, "I've applied for over fifty patents, so… I might have something to say about it?"

Hearing this, Chen Cang's curiosity was instantly piqued: "More than fifty? That impressive?"

Xu Ziming blushed slightly. "Well… it's a long story, but all my fifty patents combined aren't worth even one of yours, Professor Chen."

This might have been an exaggeration.

Xu Ziming had been focused on researching valvular disease surgeries for years.

Though his surgical skills were average, his imagination and creativity were undeniably exceptional.

He enjoyed developing little inventions to improve traditional surgical processes.

While most of them were fairly basic, some inventions gained significant popularity.

For instance, his invention of pre-threaded valves could save 20 minutes of surgery time.

Xu Ziming continued, "But after all these years of patent applications, I've come to know a few friends in the patent office. I can handle this easily."

Chen Cang nodded and smiled. "Alright, thank you, Director Xu. Starting tomorrow, I'll teach you the Chen's Elephant Trunk Stent technique, how does that sound?"

Upon hearing this, a wave of groans and protests erupted!

Such an amazing opportunity had landed on Xu Ziming's lap.

And Xu Ziming himself was grinning ear to ear, bursting out in laughter.

He exclaimed, "Heavens, you've really been kind to me!"

The operating room had excellent soundproofing.

No matter how lively it was in here, nothing could be heard outside.

This was thoughtfully designed. After all, if a patient being wheeled into surgery, still awake and not under anesthesia, suddenly heard the sound of saws buzzing from the orthopedic room next door, they might panic and jump off the gurney to make a run for it.

Out of the blue, Chen Cang curiously asked, "Director Xu, how did you end up dealing with all your patents?"

Xu Ziming cleared his throat nonchalantly. "Oh, not much, mostly they were purchased by pharmaceutical companies."

At these words, everyone's ears immediately perked up.

Selling patents!

Was this the shortcut to the pinnacle of life?

Hearing it involved money, Chen Cang couldn't help but brighten up.

"Director Xu… how much did you sell your patents for?"

Xu Ziming coughed, his face lighting up. "Oh, nothing much, just over 20 million. But patent prices vary—a good one could go for millions, a cheaper one might sell for tens of thousands. It depends on the evaluation by the pharmaceutical company."

Everyone immediately let out impressed gasps.

Over 20 million—anywhere you looked, that was no small sum.

In the capital, you could buy several apartments with that!

Nobody realized how this low-key Director Xu was actually a deeply hidden talent!

Watching everyone's admiring gazes, Xu Ziming felt an indescribable sense of satisfaction.

But amidst it all, the most significant thing was the astonished look from Chen Cang.

This felt so good.

Years from now, when he looked back on his life, Xu Ziming would definitely admit that this was one of his finest moments!