C236 (1/2)

Shi Lei was not someone who coveted power and authority. Initially, he wanted to establish this Chinese Medical Association to gather all the talents in China to contribute to the development of Chinese medicine.

In his opinion, the guild leader had to be elected through a public election. They all chose people with both talent and talents to be their president.

However, he didn't expect the first guild leader to be 'appointed'. This did not match with his original plan, and was also the reason for his rejection.

As for his humble words about 'too young', 'too young', and 'too poor in qualifications', they were nothing more than excuses for rejection.

It's normal to be young. But, when did Shi Lei ever put seniority in his eyes?

Seeing that Shi Lei had agreed, Zhou Xiaodong's expression relaxed as well. He said: ”Shi Lei, I know that doing this is somewhat different from what you originally thought it was. But, have you thought about it? If the first guild leader gets elected just like you said, will it become a farce to win votes and bribe votes? You said you didn't want the government to interfere too much in the affairs of the guild. However, there might be someone who could reach the heavens and bring out all the buddhas in the government. At that time, do you want him to go up or not? The more unwilling something is, the more likely it is to happen. ”

”Also, how many members are there in the Chinese Medical Association? Waiting for the members to gather enough before the public election, didn't that waste time? We can't afford to delay any longer. Traditional Chinese medicine had been stuck in stagnation for so many years, that was the critical moment when someone would be able to pull this broken carriage forward. ”I can't relax.”

Zhou Xiaodong pulled Shi Lei and sat on the dining table, Chen Song immediately went out to call for the dishes. Zhou Xiaodong said: ”The Chinese Medical Association will be under the Ministry of Health's name in the future, and I will personally supervise it. Of course, I'll give you my full authority then. as much as possible to give you more autonomy. That's what I thought, but I selected you, Shi Lei, as the first guild leader. I believe in your ability, and I have high hopes for you. This was a completely new medical organization, starting from scratch. There were many things to do, and they were all very complicated. So, I need to find someone who can take care of this. As for the presidential election... When you take office, you can promote the implementation of this system yourself. Isn't that right? ”

”Okay. I see. ” Shi Lei said as he nodded his head.

In other words, his own considerations were not sufficient. There was still some idealism in his thoughts, but Vice Minister Zhou Xiaodong was more adept at getting down to practical issues.

”However, there is still one more troublesome matter.” Zhou Xiaodong frowned and said.

”What is it?” Shi Lei asked.

”Because you proposed that the guild should not be allocated funds to sustain its profits, I was unable to support you in terms of finances. Perhaps all I can offer you is an office space and a portion of the initial start-up funds. ” Zhou Xiaodong said.

Shi Lei thought for a while, then smiled and said: ”Division Minister, I appreciate your good intentions. However, I feel that since the guild wants to embark on a path of independence in the future, it's best not to accept any grants. As for the office space and the initial funding, I'll think of another way to raise it. ”

Zhou Xiaodong smiled and nodded. He strongly patted Shi Lei's shoulders and said: ”I knew you would say that. Shi Lei, I was not wrong about you. No matter what other people do, they would risk their lives to get money from me to support their policies. Yet, you are able to push this matter away. If a person like you is unable to do this, then traditional Chinese medicine is truly hopeless. ”

By the time Shi Lei got on the car and returned to the Li family apartment, it was already past 10 PM.

The lights were on in the living room, when they heard the engine sound, Aunt Li ran out quickly, smiled and said: ”Mr. Shi, you're back. Have you eaten? There are still a lot of dishes left for tonight. If you're hungry, I'll help you heat it up. ”

Because Shi Lei looked friendly and had a very good personality, Sister Li usually took good care of him. In fact, she was even more passionate towards Shi Lei than she was towards him.

There was no helping it, Li Tongxi was cold all day, who would dare to be friendly with her?

”I've eaten. ”Thank you, Sister Li.” Shi Lei said with a smile.

”There's no need to be polite.” ”Of course.” Sis Li said as she closed the door.

”Where's the Elder Li?” Shi Lei asked. In the past, Li Huazhen would always be in the living room, reading newspapers and drinking tea. Today, there was no sign of him.