Especially for the wealthy!
The richer they are, the more they fear death.
Otherwise, Emperor Qin Shi Huang wouldn't have been so obsessed with immortality.
This medicine, once developed, wouldn't even need to extend life to three hundred years.
Just one year's extension would make countless people fight tooth and nail for it.
Now, Patriarch Zhu finally understood why Patriarch Xie had said that if this project succeeded, it could even benefit humanity!
"The current problem is, our lead researchers are commercial spies sent by the Shi family!"
"If we want to continue the research, we must have someone of equivalent caliber to lead the entire team."
"Otherwise, we can only watch helplessly as the Shi family steals our achievements, reaps the rewards, and blossoms!"
Patriarch Xie's expression turned grim, a trace of unspeakable despair and ruthlessness flashing in his demeanor!
The Zhu family's main business was not in medicine.
Therefore, Patriarch Zhu could only ascertain that the market prospect of this medicine was good.
But he was helpless in this matter!
Just then, Old Master Xie spoke, "The news has been sealed for now, and the outside world won't know about the Xie family's new project facing problems anytime soon."
"We just need one person to lead the team in research!"
"Patriarch Zhu, if you have a suitable candidate, we hope you can introduce them to us."
Patriarch Zhu shook his head.
Where would he find a suitable person?
The Zhu family had no involvement in the medical industry whatsoever!
Thinking of this, Patriarch Zhu asked, "Tell me the requirements first, perhaps I can find someone from elsewhere."
Patriarch Xie's face lit up with immense joy.
He immediately said, "Firstly, they must possess a certain level of technical skill and a good understanding of drug research."
"Secondly, their medical skills must be excellent! We're not utilizing chemical elements, but rather the synergistic and antagonistic relationships between different materials..."
Before he could finish speaking.
Patriarch Zhu's gaze involuntarily drifted towards Zhou Yu.
He said to Patriarch Xie, "If these are the only requirements, I think you don't need to look any further."
In his anxiety, Patriarch Xie didn't notice Patriarch Zhu's subtle gesture.
He hastily asked, "Patriarch Zhu, do you know such a person?"
Patriarch Zhu gestured towards Zhou Yu, "They are far away in the sky, yet right before your eyes!"
If Patriarch Xie needed a highly specialized research talent,
It might be difficult to find someone immediately.
But since Patriarch Xie was looking for someone proficient in medical arts.
Wasn't Zhou Yu the most suitable candidate!
The fact that he could save Old Master Xie was enough to prove Zhou Yu's capability!
Patriarch Xie was stunned for a moment upon hearing this.
But quickly, he shook his head, "Although Divine Doctor Zhou's medical skills are excellent, he lacks relevant experience in drug research."
Patriarch Zhu smiled, "If my memory serves me correctly, wasn't the antidote for the poison administered at the Xie family banquet developed by Divine Doctor Zhou, saving everyone?"
"Does that not count as drug research?"
This question immediately stumped Patriarch Xie.
If that didn't count, then what did?
Instantly, Patriarch Xie's gaze towards Zhou Yu was filled with fervor!
Even Old Master Xie, Xie Shishi, and others stared intently at Zhou Yu.
As if Zhou Yu were some sought-after delicacy!
Zhou Yu felt a chill run down his spine under their scrutiny, and he couldn't help but take a step back.
Humbly, he said, "Everyone, you think too highly of me. Every field has its specialization. I believe this matter..."
"This matter is yours alone!" Old Master Xie declared immediately.
He took Zhou Yu's hand, looking pitiful, "I know Divine Doctor Zhou is reluctant to be troubled, but the Xie family is at a critical juncture of life and death!"
"Upon success, in addition to the agreed thirty percent of our family's shares, we will add another ten percent!"
That would amount to a total of forty percent of the Xie family's shares!
If Zhou Yu were to acquire more shares from the collateral branches of the Xie family,
And surpass fifty percent, the entire Xie family would change ownership!
Instantly, the entire room fell silent.
Patriarch Zhu stared at Zhou Yu, his eyes filled with envy.
The other members of the Xie family, however, looked on with approval.
Zhou Yu was not only Old Master Xie's savior but had also helped the Xie family immensely.
These shares, though seemingly a large amount.
The Xie family understood.
Even without these shares being offered, without Zhou Yu, once the Xie family was absorbed by the Shi family.
They might not even have the remaining sixty percent left.
Therefore, giving Zhou Yu so many shares was only right and proper!
Zhou Yu felt a little embarrassed by Old Master Xie's words.
After thinking for a moment.
Zhou Yu nodded vigorously.
"Since everyone trusts me, I will give it a try."
"But let me be clear beforehand, I have no experience in this area. If it fails, I cannot be held responsible!"
Zhou Yu's words were interpreted by everyone as mere modesty.
If even someone with Zhou Yu's medical prowess couldn't handle it,
Who else could?
A dying horse treated as if it were alive!
"Thank you, Divine Doctor Zhou, our Xie family owes you a great debt of gratitude!"
Xie Yu stepped forward, clasped Zhou Yu's arm, and said earnestly.
Since Zhou Yu arrived at the Xie family, he had helped them countless times!
At this moment, they were secretly thankful that Zhou Yu was present.
"Yes, there's no time to waste. Xie Yu, take me to the research lab later so I can familiarize myself with the progress," Zhou Yu nodded.
Since he had already agreed to help the Xie family develop this medicine before the Shi family.
Zhou Yu would give it his all!
Xie Yu eagerly stood up, ready to take Zhou Yu.
Who knew that after taking just two steps, she was stopped by Patriarch Xie.
"Why the rush? Old Master hasn't recovered yet. You all need to arrange the family matters first!"
Due to Old Master Xie's collapse, the entire Xie family had fallen into disarray.
Many matters needed to be reorganized.
And accompanying Zhou Yu to familiarize himself with the progress would not be a short affair.
If Xie Yu were to go.
Then there would be even fewer people to manage affairs within the Xie family!
Xie Yu stuck out her tongue, "Understood."
Perhaps because Zhou Yu had stepped forward to help the Xie family develop the medicine.
Old Master Xie's entire demeanor had relaxed.
As if he were not the one who had suffered a qi and blood imbalance moments ago!
Zhou Yu checked Old Master Xie's pulse and then said, "I should get to work. Please try not to get out of bed for the next few days, Old Master."
"I will keep an eye on the project. You don't need to worry."
Old Master Xie nodded repeatedly upon hearing this!
Holding Zhou Yu's hand, he sighed with emotion, "Divine Doctor Zhou, you are truly our family's lucky star."
"Do you perhaps mind marrying two wives?"
"Shishi, she's actually..."
Before Old Master Xie could finish his words.
Zhou Yu jumped up as if pricked by a needle, "Old Master, you can't do this to me."
"I'm helping you wholeheartedly, and you repay my kindness with such a request?"