Sent to the countryside, I turned the health center into a top-tier hospital.

Young people like Chen Ping, who possess unparalleled medical skills and the highest moral character of a physician, are willing to dedicate themselves to grassroots work without seeking fame or fortune, and are neither arrogant nor impatient. They are precisely the kind of pillars that the current restless TCM industry needs most.

In contrast, the young elites within the association who possess only academic qualifications and titles, and are from top-tier universities, yet are merely theoretical and morally deficient, are clearly inferior, worlds apart.

The traditional Chinese medicine industry today has long lost its former glory.

With the prevalence of Western medicine, most people look down on and question traditional Chinese medicine, believing it to be slow, weak, and unscientific.

Countless people view traditional medicine with prejudice, the industry is characterized by a superficial and profit-driven atmosphere, and very few doctors truly dedicate themselves to practicing medicine, inheriting ancient methods, and cultivating clinical skills.

As Chairman Zhang grew older, he harbored a deep-seated resentment and a persistent obsession.

He devoted half his life to managing the association and supporting younger generations, all in an effort to reverse public prejudice, vindicate traditional Chinese medicine, and allow traditional medical skills to rise again and reach further places.

Unfortunately, there is a lack of successors. Most of the younger generation are chasing fame and fortune, lacking in skills, and are not up to the task.

It wasn't until he met Chen Ping today that he finally saw hope.

This young man before me possesses genuine skills, high moral character, integrity, and a broad vision. He is not swayed by empty fame, fearless of authority, or concerned with his own conscience. He is fully capable and courageous of carrying the banner of a new generation of traditional Chinese medicine practitioners.

To break down the world's prejudice against traditional Chinese medicine, and to promote the true ancient medical techniques and clinical knowledge, so that they can even go beyond the province, to the whole country, and to the world.

With this thought in mind, Chairman Zhang no longer hesitated. He stepped forward, his expression extremely solemn and his attitude extremely sincere.

"Dr. Chen, what happened this morning was due to my narrow-mindedness and the unhealthy atmosphere of the association. I apologize to you again."

"But at this moment, I sincerely extend an invitation to you again, hoping that you can formally join the Provincial Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine."

Upon hearing this, Chen Ping opened his mouth as if to refuse, but before he could speak, Chairman Zhang continued, "Don't refuse yet, let me finish speaking."

"I would like to appoint you as the vice president of the Provincial Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine, with full authority to participate in all core affairs of the association, including academic development, medical research, talent cultivation, and industry standards."

"To be honest, I am getting old and my energy is waning. I have long wanted to step down, but I have not been able to find a suitable successor."

"Your medical skills, moral character, vision, and temperament far surpass those of everyone in the association, and you are fully worthy of the highest position."

"Don't even mention vice president; as long as you're willing to stay and lead the association's development, I'd gladly give up my position as president to you anytime!"

Dean Liu, who was standing to the side, was shocked to hear this, his face filled with disbelief.

The president of the provincial TCM association holds the highest authority in the entire TCM industry in the province. He enjoys a prestigious position and abundant resources, a height that countless veteran doctors can never reach in their entire lives.

Chairman Zhang was actually willing to give up his position just to keep Chen Ping?

This clearly shows that Chairman Zhang is completely convinced at this moment and truly wants to preserve this exceptional new star for the TCM industry.

Chairman Zhang stared intently at Chen Ping, his tone becoming increasingly earnest, tinged with expectation and sincerity: "Traditional Chinese medicine is too weak and too looked down upon these days."

"Many people think that traditional Chinese medicine is metaphysics, an old-fashioned thing, and out of touch with the times. The atmosphere in the field is impetuous, and there is a shortage of talent. Real practitioners are buried and those with empty reputations are rampant."

"My greatest wish in this life is to reverse this prejudice, vindicate traditional Chinese medicine, and allow traditional medical skills to rise again."

"I know you have real skills and a heart full of medical ethics. I urge you to stay and use the association's platform to demonstrate your medical skills, spread your ideas, and improve the industry's practices."

"To lead the TCM industry in our province to go further and more steadily, and even break through geographical limitations to reach the whole country and the world!"

His words were sincere and heartfelt, devoid of any ulterior motives, and entirely stemmed from his deep love and earnest expectations for the field of traditional Chinese medicine.

Chen Ping stood silently, a slight stirring in his heart.

He originally had absolutely no interest in the association's empty titles, circles, or positions.

During the morning symposium, the association judged people based on their education, background, and workplace, belittling grassroots doctors, valuing empty fame and superficiality, and condoning biased practices, which had already made him resentful.

But at this moment, looking at Chairman Zhang with his full head of silver hair and sincere eyes, I felt a deep sense of admiration.

Seeing this veteran who has dedicated half his life to the industry, working tirelessly to preserve traditional Chinese medicine, setting aside all pride and dignity, all for the sake of retaining talent and revitalizing the industry, Chen Ping's initial resistance gradually dissipated.

His original intention in practicing medicine was never just to cure the patients in front of him, but also to spread medical knowledge so that more people could receive treatment.

Even if he worked himself to death, the number of patients he could save would be limited.

If we can use the association's platform to rectify biased practices, eliminate class prejudice, promote practical doctors, and suppress superficial individuals, it might not be a bad thing.

Seeing this, Dean Liu quickly spoke up, saying, "Dr. Chen, Chairman Zhang's sincerity and words are truly heartfelt; they are extremely rare."

"We all know that you are indifferent to fame and fortune, but a position is not just an empty title, it is a responsibility and a platform."

"Even if you have extraordinary medical skills, you can only benefit the local people in a small town."

"But if you were to become the vice president, you would be able to influence the entire TCM industry in the province, correct unhealthy practices, establish the right path, mentor the younger generation, and pass on the true skills, allowing more people to see the real strength of TCM. This is far more meaningful than you practicing medicine alone in silence."

Chen Ping pondered for a long time, weighing the pros and cons in his mind, and finally nodded slowly.

"Yes. I can accept the position of vice president of the Provincial Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine."

Chairman Zhang's eyes lit up instantly, his face filled with joy, and his heart, which had been hanging in suspense, was finally at ease.

But Chen Ping immediately added, "But I have my principles. I have been working at the Siping Township Health Center for many years. There are many patients at the grassroots level, and my daily medical work is very busy. I don't have much time to participate in the association's daily management, social interactions, or circle affairs."

"As the vice president, I only hold the title; my main responsibilities are academic and medical expertise, industry conduct, case studies, and talent evaluation."

"I will not participate in or be responsible for any tedious management tasks, meetings, or social engagements."

"If the association has any difficult case consultations, academic challenges to tackle, industry ethics rectification, or medical ethics assessments, I can make time to attend and contribute. As for other mundane matters, I will not be able to attend."

He remains the same Chen Ping who is indifferent to fame and fortune and stays true to himself, unmoved by power or position, unburdened by empty fame, and only does what a doctor should do.

Without a second thought, Chairman Zhang immediately agreed, "No problem! Absolutely no problem!"

"You only need to hold the position in name only. All daily affairs will be handled by me and the other board members. We will absolutely not interfere with your grassroots medical practice or disrupt your normal life!"

"You only need to steer and oversee the association in key academic, ethical, and technical aspects!"

For him, being able to retain Chen Ping and have this unparalleled genius sit in the association and lead the industry was already a great blessing; he dared not ask for more.