The fake heiress loves to act? The max-level boss isn't interested in playing along.

Fu Hua looked at her, smiled brightly, her eyes clear and determined: "Since I dared to ask you to join my team, I'm naturally not afraid."

"Let bygones be bygones. I trust my own judgment."

Sunlight streamed through the window, falling on the two of them.

Su Rong looked at Fu Hua's open and composed smile.

All the resentment, guilt, and unease in my heart vanished in an instant.

Then, he showed his first genuine smile in a long time.

The two exchanged a smile, needing no further words.

The past barriers have completely disappeared, and we now have a shared direction to walk together on the road ahead.

…………

Shi Zhong personally took charge this time, determined to succeed.

He had already won over Dr. Liu from the cardiology department of Fuwai Hospital.

He gave her a lot of benefits, including cigarettes, alcohol, money, and helped her settle her family affairs.

Dr. Liu had long been swayed by his influence and wholeheartedly spoke up for him.

Early in the morning, Shi Zhong dressed impeccably, carrying a pre-prepared contract and gifts.

With Dr. Liu's introduction, I went straight into Dean Li's office.

Dr. Liu went in first to greet everyone, smiling apologetically.

He introduced the two men: "Dean, this is Mr. Shi from Kanghua. He came specifically to discuss a cooperation on medical consumables with you. These are important matters in the industry."

Shi Zhong immediately extended his hand, a shrewd smile plastered on his face.

His attitude appeared polite, but he was actually very confident: "Dean Li, I have long admired your name, and I am finally able to meet you today."

"I'm Shi Zhong from Kanghua. I'm here today to have a good talk with you about how our long-term cooperation is absolutely a mutually beneficial thing."

Dean Li sat behind his desk and glanced at Shi Zhong.

He remained calm and composed, not readily expressing his opinion.

He gestured for him to sit down: "Mr. Shi, you're too kind. Please sit down. Tell me, what kind of cooperation would you like to discuss?"

Fuwai Hospital also gets a lot of its medical equipment from Kanghua.

However, the person in charge of Kanghua was not this Mr. Shi.

Therefore, the two had never met.

Shi Zhong didn't beat around the bush; he got straight to the point and spoke very frankly:

"Dean, I'm not going to beat around the bush with you today."

Our company, Kanghua, has its eye on Fuwai Hospital's platform and wants to establish an exclusive medical device partnership with the hospital.

In particular, all the heart valve consumables needed by our cardiology department will be supplied by Kanghua from now on.

Dean Li raised an eyebrow, just about to speak.

Shi Zhong immediately continued the conversation: "I know that the hospital is now interested in collaborating with Fu Hua's research team. I am aware of this."

But when we do business or run a hospital, we have to consider practical interests.

I'm telling you this: Kanghua can offer the best supply price to the entire hospital, at least 20% cheaper than the market price.

The payment period can be extended to three months, so the hospital doesn't have to pay upfront.

In addition, we have provided the cardiology department and operating room with brand-new monitoring equipment and laboratory supplies, free of charge, so the hospital doesn't have to spend a penny.

Upon hearing this, Dr. Liu's eyes lit up immediately, and she quickly chimed in to support him.

Dean Li put down his pen and slowly began to speak.

He raised a question: "Mr. Shi, the conditions you mentioned are indeed tempting, but I have two questions."

First, to the best of my knowledge, heart valve disease is neither your research achievement nor a product of Kanghua.

It hasn't been officially launched yet, nor has it undergone complete clinical trials. Is its quality and safety guaranteed?

Secondly, we have reached a preliminary cooperation agreement with Fu Hua's team, signed a contract, and their research and development has been implemented.

Changing course midway constitutes a breach of contract, and their technology is independently developed and better suited to clinical needs.

Shi Zhong was prepared and remained calm, dealing with each issue one by one: "Dean, what you're worried about is nothing."

First of all, Kanghua is a long-established factory with a deep foundation, and its production lines are all standardized.

Our products are made to the highest industry standards, so the quality is absolutely guaranteed.

Subsequent clinical trials will provide us with complete data, ensuring that hospitals can use the data without delay.

"As for Fu Hua's team that you mentioned, it's just a small, workshop-style research team with only a few people."

Even if they eventually succeed in developing and launching the product, how can they match the production capacity of large manufacturers?

With so many surgeries performed throughout the hospital and such a high daily consumption of medical supplies, they simply can't keep up with the demand!

"If the surgery schedule becomes unavailable or supplies suddenly run out, the hospital, you as the hospital director, and the surgeons on the front lines will all suffer the consequences and be criticized. I'm only thinking of you."

At this point, Shi Zhong paused deliberately and looked at Dr. Liu beside him.

Dr. Liu immediately understood and quickly stepped forward to speak on her behalf.

In a sincere tone: "Dean, what General Manager Shi said is the truth."

We recently performed surgery in our department, and we're worried about running out of supplies. If that delays a patient's treatment, the responsibility would be enormous.

Kanghua is a large manufacturer after all, with imported resources, a stable supply, and so many preferential policies.

"It's good for the hospital and our department. After all, Fu's team is small, and it's really too unreliable."

Upon hearing this, Dean Li's expression remained solemn.

His fingers tapped lightly on the table, and he didn't immediately give in.

Seeing this, Shi Zhong immediately steered the conversation to a higher level.

They started by cracking down on the system and compliance aspects, using a tone that sounded like a reminder, but in reality, it was about exerting pressure:

"Dean, let me kindly remind you again, the authorities are currently strictly enforcing compliance controls on medical equipment."

For new implantable medical devices, every step—project approval, registration, and industry review—is essential.

Fu Hua privately spearheaded the research and development, and many procedures were completed piecemeal, meaning her qualifications were far from fully compliant.

"Think about it, if our hospital insists on binding itself to such a project with incomplete procedures and non-compliance,..."

If the inspection team takes notice and someone reports it, not only will the project fall through, but you and the hospital will also bear the responsibility. It's not worth it!

These words struck a nerve with Dean Li, causing him to furrow his brows even more and his expression to darken.

Fu Hua only has one heart valve project, which is insufficient to support the supply.

Hospitals don't only perform heart valve surgery.

But one must also value integrity.

Besides, the heart valve is, after all, the research and development achievement of Fu Hua's team.

How could Kanghua have such a grasp on this?

What are the specifics and the results? Data alone, without firsthand witnessing, cannot truly reassure people.

After listening to Shi Zhong's long speech, which combined both soft and hard tactics, Dean Li...

He tapped his fingers lightly on the desk, his brows furrowed, and remained silent for a long time.

He's been in that position for so many years, what hasn't he seen?

He saw right through Shi Zhong's intention to openly offer benefits while secretly threatening him.

On one hand, there's Kanghua's foreign resources and connections, exerting real pressure through tangible benefits and networks.

On one side is Fu Hua's reliable but unfounded research team.

After weighing the pros and cons, he dared not make a decision lightly.

After all, this is a major event for the hospital, involving the supply of medical supplies and clinical safety.

There are also compliance checks from higher authorities; if you make the wrong choice, the consequences can be dire.

After several minutes of silence, Dean Li finally raised his eyes and said slowly, "President Shi, I am aware of the situation you mentioned and the cooperation. This is no small matter. I need to meet with the other leaders in the institute and study it carefully before making a decision."