Luo Ziling’s words instantly stirred up a storm in Wuyue’s heart.
She knew what Luo Ziling wanted to do, but she couldn’t understand why he was in such a hurry to do it.
However, she didn’t ask Luo Ziling for reasons, but nodded in agreement.
Luo Ziling continued, "Develop multiple plans. The method I mentioned last time is just one way among many. Consider other approaches too. But one thing must be kept in mind: no violent means, everything must be done quietly. Make everyone think that things naturally happened."
"Young master, are you planning to act on your own?" Wuyue asked uncertainly.
"You make the plans, we’ll discuss how to act when the time comes!"
Wuyue nodded lightly and said no more.
Luo Ziling wanted to visit Yang Qingyin, but after sending her a message, he received no reply. Upon asking Ye Xiaoli, he was informed that Yang Qingyin was already asleep.
He had no choice but to give up and obediently returned to his dormitory to sleep.
The next day, Wuyue brought an unexpected piece of news to Luo Ziling.
"Chen Ruchang moved into the hospital secretly?" Luo Ziling was greatly surprised upon hearing this from Wuyue.
He knew that when people like Chen Ruchang, Yang Yuanshan, Ling Mingrui, and Fang Xiang were hospitalized, it was a confidential matter rarely known to outsiders. It wasn’t easy to find out about their illness or hospitalization.
Investigating what illness they have or seeing their medical files is practically impossible.
That’s a state-secret level of confidentiality!
"When did he move into the hospital?" Luo Ziling felt "surprised" to hear about this right after discussing Chen Ruchang with Wuyue the day before. He requested Wuyue to provide detailed information.
Unfortunately, Wuyue couldn’t provide any specifics.
She had no knowledge of why Chen Ruchang was hospitalized, what illness he had, or his current situation.
All she knew was that Chen Ruchang checked into the renowned 401 Hospital.
"Young master, we will do our utmost to investigate Chen Ruchang’s illness and the room he’s staying in," Wuyue assured when she noticed Luo Ziling’s slight disappointment.
Luo Ziling patted Wuyue’s shoulder and whispered, "There’s no need to rush. Take it slowly and cautiously, without alerting anyone."
Wuyue felt slightly embarrassed by such a close gesture from Luo Ziling but didn’t shy away.
While they were talking, Luo Ziling’s phone rang.
Seeing it was an unfamiliar number, Luo Ziling didn’t answer it immediately but pressed the hang-up button.
However, the call came in again right away, so Luo Ziling had to pick it up.
Few people knew his number, and if someone was calling again after being hung up, it usually meant urgent matters—this was generally the case.
"Hello, is this Mr. Luo Ziling?" A deep male voice came from the other end.
Luo Ziling was unfamiliar with the voice and asked skeptically, "Who are you?"
"I am the secretary of Minister Yan," the caller introduced himself and then asked Luo Ziling, "Our Minister Yan wants to have a chat with you. When would you be available?"
Upon hearing the introduction, Luo Ziling realized it was Yan Shiliang who wanted to discuss matters with him.
After mentioning pharmaceutical collaboration in front of Wang Zhengqiang and other military figures last time, Luo Ziling hadn’t had any further contact.
He suspected a hidden conspiracy, believing someone might use these matters to harm him and his father, so he was somewhat reluctant to engage further.
Luo Ziling expected those people would also avoid these implicating things and not approach him again.
Unexpectedly, Yan Shiliang, who was in charge of these matters, actually came looking for him again.
Luo Ziling initially thought to refuse, but after some consideration, he didn’t express refusal.
"I am free this afternoon. Is Minister Yan available?"
"Minister Yan has time this afternoon!"
After a brief discussion, they agreed to meet at one o’clock in the afternoon at the laboratory being constructed at Yan University.
This was Yan Shiliang’s suggestion; Luo Ziling initially planned to discuss the matters at a teahouse or coffee shop.
Since the other party was willing to come over and have a conversation, Luo Ziling was willing to accept it.
Moreover, Luo Ziling also thought about how to handle Yan Shiliang.
He intended to use the meeting with Yan Shiliang to bring Ling Mingrui into the fold.
At one o’clock in the afternoon, Yan Shiliang arrived punctually at the laboratory construction site led by Luo Ziling.
The laboratory construction was already halfway completed because the buildings in the yard didn’t require major alterations, only some minor internal modifications and renovations were needed, and thus the workload wasn’t heavy. The requirements for a Traditional Medicine Laboratory were different from those for a Modern Medicine Laboratory, creating an impression that this was not a construction site to outsiders.
Luo Liansheng was also at the laboratory construction site, but he didn’t accompany Luo Ziling to meet Yan Shiliang.
For him, Yan Shiliang was an insignificant figure, and he had little interest in meeting such people.
Unless Luo Ziling couldn’t handle it or hoped he would step in.
Yan Shiliang came riding a car with a military plate.
When the car reached the small building where the laboratory was located, Luo Ziling was already waiting at the door to welcome him.
A military officer with two stripes and two stars on his shoulders got out from the passenger seat and opened the rear door.
Yan Shiliang, with two gold stars on his shoulder, stepped out of the car after his secretary opened the door for him.
Luo Ziling didn’t like the behavior of these prominent figures; he even despised their laziness.
Getting out of the car requires someone to open and close the door; how lazy must one be?
So, his impression of Yan Shiliang fell quite a bit.
Still a military officer, how could he be so worldly like others?
Yet he didn’t show any dissatisfaction and instead walked up quickly, greeting and proactively extending his hand.
"I’ve heard you’re overseeing the construction and operation of a national-level laboratory. I’m curious and took the opportunity of having free time today to come and have a look." Yan Shiliang didn’t put on airs, shook hands with Luo Ziling, and then laughed generously, "I really find it hard to imagine how a young student like you can oversee the construction of a national-level laboratory."
Luo Ziling smiled, "If I tell you that most of the people working under my lead are esteemed figures in traditional medicine, would General Yan find it even more unbelievable?"
"Seeing is believing!" Yan Shiliang laughed even more, "I trust Mr. Wang’s judgment. His personal involvement in organizing such matters shows how much he values you. I’m sure, under your leadership, this laboratory will definitely produce results."
"If I tell you that the laboratory’s construction isn’t completed yet, but I can already present several research outcomes, do you believe it, General Yan?"
By the time he said this, they had entered the reception room.
Yan Shiliang was taken aback by Luo Ziling’s words.
Luo Ziling continued, "We actually don’t like collaborating with the military because working with you often results in thankless tasks. I don’t make money but end up with a lot of troubles. If General Yan comes today hoping I can help the military with pharmaceuticals, but guarantees no trouble for us, I’d be willing to collaborate. Otherwise, let’s just enjoy some tea!"