Accompanying this voice, an old man in a coarse linen robe, with a topknot at the back of his head, walked into the venue.
Upon seeing the man, Chen Xiao was amused. Wasn't this Sun Buzhou? Why had he come? Listening to his words, he was also the president of the Jiangbei Medical Association's board of directors?
Having met before, Chen Xiao intended to go up and greet him. However, what happened next completely stunned him.
The crowd surged towards Sun Buzhou like a tide.
"Sun Shengshou, what wind blew you here!"
"Sun Shengshou, where have you been researching in the mountains and forests lately?"
"Sun Shengshou, I've missed you so much!"
Everyone practically wore their enthusiasm and excitement on their faces, and their attitude towards Sun Buzhou was clearly different from that towards Qin Shouchen.
Towards Qin Shouchen, there was a feeling of both respect and fear, while towards Sun Buzhou, there was genuine, heartfelt respect and affection from the bottom of their hearts!
The crowd surrounded Sun Buzhou so tightly that Chen Xiao couldn't even squeeze in to say hello.
In fact, there was a reason why everyone treated Sun Buzhou and Qin Shouchen differently.
This was because Sun Buzhou was one of the only three surviving National Medical Masters in China, the stabilizing force of the Jiangbei medical community. To exaggerate a bit, he could even be said to be the spiritual totem and the god in the hearts of all the doctors present!
As for Qin Shouchen, he could only be described by the four words, 'a leading figure in the field.'
Although he was also very capable, it was merely ordinary capability.
Moreover, his reputation was closely related to his qualifications and age.
Most famous doctors of his age were already dead, so naturally, he became a leading figure.
Under the escort of the crowd, Sun Buzhou walked onto the main stage.
All the directors bowed and greeted Sun Buzhou, each with a respectful demeanor.
Even Qin Shouchen, who had always maintained an arrogant expression, cupped his hands in a salute to Sun Buzhou.
"Sun Shengshou, you're here!"
Sun Buzhou nodded at everyone, acknowledging their greetings, and then asked Zhu Zihai, "Zihai, what was happening just now? I heard you and Old Qin arguing from outside. What were you arguing about?"
Zhu Zihai respectfully replied, "Replying to Sun Shengshou, the matter is as follows..."
Then, he recounted the entire incident to Sun Buzhou.
Unexpectedly, after listening, Sun Buzhou flicked his sleeve and snorted angrily.
"Nonsense, utter nonsense, simply preposterous!"
Sun Buzhou suddenly lost his temper, making Zhu Zihai and Qin Shouchen both anxious, not knowing who the esteemed Sun was angry with.
Then, Sun Buzhou said, "How could you let Chen Xiao be a director!"
Hearing this, Zhu Zihai was stunned. Could it be that Sun Shengshou also knew Chen Xiao?
Could Chen Xiao be Sun Shengshou's disciple? A bold guess formed in his mind!
However, Qin Shouchen, upon hearing Sun Buzhou's words, became smug. He glanced at Zhu Zihai and said, "Zihai, you heard what Sun Shengshou said, right? I told you long ago that that kid Chen Xiao is not qualified to be a member of the board of directors!"
Unexpectedly, as soon as Qin Shouchen finished speaking, Sun Buzhou became furious and directly cursed, "Qin Shouchen, what kind of dog shit are you talking?"
Everyone was stunned. As expected of Sun Shengshou, he reprimanded Qin Shouchen as if he were scolding his son!
Qin Shouchen was also bewildered, but even though he was scolded, he dared not retort. He could only ask, "Sun Shengshou, aren't your words implying that? Why are you scolding me when I say it?"
Sun Buzhou snorted coldly and glared at him, "My meaning is, how can Chen Xiao be merely a director of the board? With his ability, he should be the president of the board!"
Upon hearing this, the entire venue erupted in an uproar!
Everyone was shocked by Sun Buzhou. This National Medical Master, truly lived up to his reputation, making a stunning impact!
Zhu Zihai felt that recommending Chen Xiao as a director was already audacious enough, but he never expected Sun Shengshou to go all the way and suggest Chen Xiao become the president of the board!
Below the main stage, Qin Lifu's eyes widened even further, unable to believe that what had just happened was real.
But soon, under his gaze, Sun Buzhou extended an invitation to Chen Xiao, "Divine Doctor Chen, please come up and speak!"
The esteemed Sun's address to Chen Xiao even used the honorific 'you,' which was truly difficult for everyone present to comprehend.
Liu Shuai, who was beside Chen Xiao, felt immensely honored.
This exchange meeting was truly worth the trip. He felt goosebumps all over!
Chen Xiao smiled helplessly. He had originally intended to just go through the motions at this exchange meeting and get it over with. He never expected to steal the spotlight in the end.
Moreover, with Sun Buzhou's invitation in front of everyone, he couldn't refuse the elder Sun, so he had no choice but to walk onto the main stage.
After a brief exchange, Chen Xiao realized that Elder Sun's words were actually serious.
He genuinely wanted Chen Xiao to be the president of the board!
Before Chen Xiao could even speak, Qin Shouchen cried out as if he had lost his parents.
"Sun Shengshou, absolutely not! The position of president of the board has always been held by someone of high prestige and virtue. How can such a heavy responsibility be entrusted to a mere youngster!"
Sun Buzhou frowned and said displeasantly, "Qin Shouchen, from what I know of Chen Xiao, he is a person of both virtue and talent, and his medical skills are far superior to mine. In the path of medicine, the capable are teachers. Chen Xiao surpasses me in all aspects. If I can be the president of the board, why can't he?"
After Sun Buzhou finished speaking, the entire venue fell silent, with expressions of disbelief on everyone's faces.
As everyone knew, Sun Buzhou was one of the three surviving National Medical Masters of the current era, which meant his medical skills were already at the pinnacle of the world.
Yet, he claimed that Chen Xiao's medical skills were even better than his, and far surpassed them.
To receive such recognition from Sun Shengshou, just how terrifying was Chen Xiao's medical skill?
However, even though Sun Buzhou had spoken to this extent, Qin Shouchen was still unconvinced.
"Sun Shengshou, even if his medical skills are as formidable as you say, this person has issues with his personal conduct. It is said that he has an unclear relationship with the underground underworld boss, Master Xiang. How can such a person be allowed to remain in the medical system?"
Sun Buzhou scratched his head and said dismissively, "You say he has a relationship, so he has one? Did you see it?"
Qin Shouchen's gaze faltered, then he shook his head, "I didn't see it."
"If you didn't see it, then what nonsense are you spouting? Either find that big clumsy elephant to confront him face-to-face, or shut your mouth! You're an old man, why are you speaking so irresponsibly!"
Sun Buzhou's reprimand made Qin Shouchen's old face turn red.
Meanwhile, Zhu Zihai beside him was so stunned his mouth couldn't close.
Sun Shengshou truly lived up to his name. Why hadn't I thought of what he said just now?