When the Doctor Uses A Hack

After finishing his words, the leader-like figure quietly returned to his seat.

There was no trace of emotion on his face.

It seemed as though what he just did was nothing more than a trivial act.

However, the depth of his posture and demeanor genuinely stunned Howard!

Handing over Xiao Director's business card right off the bat—that was really impactful.

It gave off a feeling of, "I am truly impressive."

As for Chen Cang… he didn't feel much.

After all, he had already interacted with Xiao Runfang before, and even… thrown a little tantrum, so she didn't carry that kind of unattainable, enigmatic aura for him.

But for most people, Xiao Director, being the head of the National Health Commission, held a status and position so elevated that, combined with the prevailing culture of reverence for authority in the country, she exuded an unapproachable air!

What surprised Chen Cang, though, was the fact that Howard, as a proper foreigner, was also familiar with such tactics?

At that thought, Chen Cang couldn't help but chuckle.

He glanced down at Xiao Runfang's business card and then at the phone number.

Out of curiosity, Chen Cang discreetly opened his phone and casually took a look.

After checking, he couldn't help but freeze for a moment.

It really matched!

That was truly Xiao Director's private number.

Still, it was the first time Chen Cang had seen Xiao Runfang's business card, so he examined it with curiosity for a while.

Both Chinese and English were printed on it, so Chen Cang didn't need to translate it, and Howard could understand it as well.

Howard's expression turned rather striking upon seeing it.

He seemed a bit excited and thrilled!

Typically, Chen Cang knew there was a special kind of profession in the capital.

They were said to have deep connections, knew influential figures, and most importantly—they could help bridge those connections.

This type of network was incredibly tempting for many grassroots entrepreneurs or outside businessmen.

After all, capital's growth inevitably hits this particular roadblock.

Thus, plenty of people started seeking alternative paths, exploring roundabout ways to solve problems.

Looking at the shrewd man across from him, Chen Cang couldn't help but smile faintly. If he had guessed correctly, this man had to be one of those people, right?

Chen Cang didn't say anything.

But Howard gazed at the man with some incredulity: "I originally thought reaching out to the National Medical Products Administration and their Drug Administration Department would suffice, but I didn't expect… you're truly exceptional!"

The man across just responded with a faint smile and leisurely sipped his tea.

He didn't even initiate much conversation; only after setting down his teacup did he casually reply, "I know them as well."

That one sentence was brimming with class!

Even Chen Cang was impressed to some extent.

Speech truly is an art form.

Watching Howard captivated by this, Chen Cang couldn't help but smile.

"May I ask where you hold a position?"

Chai Gaoping chuckled: "I used to serve leadership at the Center."

Chen Cang heard this and was momentarily taken aback: "Oh?"

Serving leadership at the Center?

Such words were intriguing!

Chen Cang asked curiously, "May I know your surname?"

"Chai Gaoping."

The man replied very straightforwardly.

But Howard, after hearing this, grew a bit excited.

He said, "I'm currently facing some issues and need to have a conversation with Director Xiao."

Was Howard wealthy?

Undoubtedly, he was wealthy! Saying nothing of details, a few billion posed no problem whatsoever; factoring in the hidden value of x-pri, it could be worth even more!

Having just arrived in China, his goal must have been to connect with the upper echelons.

And this man across from him truly spoke and acted like someone important.

His every gesture and movement exuded an air of sophistication.

Howard was already blindsided by the opening move of handing over a business card.

But as far as the business card was concerned, Chen Cang wasn't impressed.

After all, why would Xiao Runfang's business card have both Chinese and English on it?

Clearly, Director Xiao frequently traveled abroad for work!

Negotiating collaborations with other countries also required distributing business cards widely.

Of course, this business card was particularly valuable; not everyone would receive one.

Thus, a business card wasn't rare at all—Chen Cang even had the phone numbers of a Sheikh from the UAE and a Vice President from France!

After chatting for a while, Howard's intentions became apparent.

He decisively planned to arrange a meeting with Director Xiao soon if possible.

The man across, showing his tact, didn't set conditions but merely nodded: "Alright, I'll arrange it!"

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After leaving, Howard eagerly looked at Chen Cang, grinning as he said, "Chen, see? Things got so much more convenient in one go!"

Chen Cang smiled, without commenting.

"Did he offer you such an opportunity for nothing? He didn't say anything else?"

Howard lowered his voice: "I naturally sought someone reliable. Once we meet, then we'll discuss further; as for whether it works out, that's another matter."

Chen Cang made an "Oh" sound.

He couldn't shake the suspicion that something was odd about this Chai Gaoping!

It wasn't that his demeanor didn't resemble a big shot.

It was… too much like one!

Precisely because it was overly convincing.

It made Chen Cang feel he was pretending too much!

Although he considered himself someone who had encountered a few prominent figures, those people—even if they didn't exactly exude warmth—weren't as enigmatic as this.

This Chai Gaoping gave off a vibe of calculated mystique.

Chen Cang shook his head: "Alright, forget about this matter. I'll handle the x-pri approval stuff."

"Besides, medical device approvals aren't something you can push through with connections alone. Reviews are necessary, and clinical data is the most critical."

"I'll start working on the clinical data as soon as possible."

"Next week, I'll conduct a live surgery to boost x-pri's visibility and move quickly into clinical trials."

Howard sighed: "Back in the U.S., the failure to get x-pri onto the market was such a big blow. If it still doesn't succeed this time, then…"

Chen Cang understood Howard's frustration.

Still, he was curious about one thing:

"All this searching around must cost quite a bit, right?"

Howard's face turned red, and he nodded.

"Spending money… well, I've already spent so much. Those damned senators, they didn't ask for any less! The FDA is even worse—a complete vampire. Johnson & Johnson went through plenty of trouble over x-pri technology back then."

Speaking of Johnson & Johnson, Chen Cang suddenly said, "By the way, at the expo in the UAE, Johnson & Johnson launched a new product called the Cardiac Assist Circulatory Arrest Device. I suspect it could become x-pri's competitor."

Sure enough, upon hearing that name, Howard's face clouded over.

"That's the main reason Johnson & Johnson abandoned the x-pri technology."

"x-pri's clinical success rate couldn't be guaranteed, meaning it couldn't get FDA approval."

"Compared to x-pri, the Cardiac Assist Circulatory Arrest Device had a higher safety profile, even improving on traditional arrest equipment. It has already been FDA-approved and allowed entry into the EU market."

"Last time, if not for your elephant trunk stent technology, it would have absolutely taken the top spot!" Howard said with a smile.

"Speaking of which, I haven't congratulated you yet!"

Chen Cang smiled faintly but didn't say a word.