The next morning, Liu Hui’s dimensional trading device began to chime. He found a secluded spot and answered the call. Zerg appeared on the screen, grinning broadly, looking quite pleased.

“Esteemed Lord Zerg, I take it your shipment is prepared?” Liu Hui inquired.

“Esteemed Lord Liu Hui, I am here to deliver your goods today.” Zerg had diluted the ten units of Body Evolution Fluid Liu Hui had custom-ordered into one thousand portions, accompanied by one thousand portions of time-release fluid, in addition to refilling the entire regeneration tank. All these items were displayed on the trading screen by Zerg.

Liu Hui calculated the price; it totaled twenty-two kilograms of contraband. He placed twenty-two packs of the illicit substance onto the trading apparatus, and with a final confirmation from both parties, the goods materialized in their respective hands.

Zerg completed another transaction and was clearly delighted. He addressed Liu Hui, “Mr. Liu Hui, we have concluded our research on the red stone you provided us yesterday, and the results are in.”

“The results are out? That’s excellent news! Please, tell me what you found!” Liu Hui was overjoyed to hear the findings on the Demonic Beast Crystal Core he had given Zerg the previous day.

“Following extensive laboratory analysis, we determined that this red stone is organic in origin, nurturing within a living entity, and it contains an exceptionally rich concentration of fire energy. However, the mechanism by which this energy is stored is exceedingly mysterious, and the energy within remains perfectly stable. We have been utterly unable to guide or extract this energy. Even our own Zerg, through consumption, cannot utilize the power stored inside,” Zerg admitted, sounding somewhat frustrated. This was the first time in his dealings with Liu Hui that he hadn't solved a problem, slightly tarnishing the image of omnipotence he held in Liu Hui’s eyes.

“Just how rich is the energy contained within the red stone?” Liu Hui pressed.

“Well, without a direct comparison, it’s difficult to quantify precisely. But I can assure you, considering its diminutive size, the energy density is absolutely phenomenal. It far surpasses the reserves we find in the Crystalline Ore currently utilized by the Zerg swarm,” Zerg replied.

Knowing the red stone was a Demonic Beast Crystal Core from a magical realm, Liu Hui had already suspected it held immense power, a suspicion now confirmed by Zerg. The current dilemma, however, was its immediate uselessness. Even the formidable Zerg technology could not harness it. Though Alexander claimed such cores were as common as stones in his world, if they couldn't be utilized, their sheer quantity held no value.

“Then I must trouble you, Lord Zerg, to continue your research on this specimen. Should you discover a method for its application, I will provide you with a supply of the miraculous powder that will surely satisfy you,” Liu Hui requested.

“We certainly shall. The fact that we couldn’t fully dissect this object is unacceptable to us. We will continue the investigation; who knows, perhaps studying this particular specimen could push our own technology forward,” Zerg responded, clearly intrigued by the stone himself.

“Oh, one more thing, Esteemed Lord Zerg. I require five hundred doses of HIV treatment fluid in the near future. I hope you can prepare that for me,” Liu Hui suddenly remembered his dwindling supply of AIDS medication and placed a new order for five hundred units.

“Consider it done. We will have it ready for you tomorrow.” Zerg accepted the new order happily.

Liu Hui concluded his transmission with Zerg and examined the diluted Body Evolution Fluid in his hand. Stirred by the encounter with the police officer the night before, Liu Hui felt a pressing need to enhance the power he could directly control, lest he suffer major losses in the future.

Liu Hui sought out Wu Yuanjia, whom he found instructing Zhou Tengyun in his martial arts practice. Seeing Wu Yuanjia’s beaming face, Liu Hui knew Zhou Tengyun’s progress had been significant.

Wu Yuanjia spotted Liu Hui approaching from a distance and quickly ran over, calling out, “Boss.” Zhou Tengyun, meanwhile, maintained his rigid focus, continuing his drills without a sidelong glance.

Liu Hui greeted Wu Yuanjia briefly before addressing him, “Captain Wu, following our recent restructuring of the hospital security team, their overall capability has improved considerably. However, it still doesn't guarantee the absolute security of our hospital, so I’ve devised a new approach.”

“Boss, what sort of method have you devised?” Wu Yuanjia looked curious about Liu Hui’s plan.

“Heh heh, I propose we intensify the physical conditioning training for all security personnel, increasing the intensity threefold over the current regimen. To ensure this rigorous training proceeds smoothly, the hospital will specifically equip them with premium nutritional supplements,” Liu Hui began his persuasion, cleverly disguising the Body Evolution Fluid as a mere supplement. By ramping up the guards' training, people would only notice the effects of the intense exercise, overlooking the use of the enhancement fluid.

“Boss, I’m not sure that’s advisable. Their current training load is already high; how can they possibly manage three times that volume? And surely the team members won't agree to it,” Wu Yuanjia voiced his concern.

“Heh heh, don't worry. This ‘Frenzy Training Method’ will dramatically boost the security staff’s strength, and moreover, we are providing them with nutritional supplements to guarantee their physical well-being. Any guard willing to participate in this training will have their salary doubled, effective immediately,” Liu Hui said with a smile.

“Boss, doubling their pay will certainly motivate them to train harder. But does your method actually work? Increasing the load threefold from their current volume—won't that cause physical harm to the security personnel?” Wu Yuanjia remained uneasy.

“Captain Wu, rest assured, this method was taught to me by a distinguished elder master; it absolutely will not harm them. If you remain unconvinced, we can run a short trial period of a few days. If any issues arise, we can halt it immediately!” Liu Hui continued to reassure him.

“You are the Boss, so if you have made up your mind, I can only offer my support.” Wu Yuanjia felt a sense of resignation, keenly aware that his employer was utterly ignorant of genuine combat training.

“Heh heh, then go ahead and gather your personnel. I need to gauge their willingness first,” Liu Hui instructed. Wu Yuanjia left to assemble the guards, leaving Liu Hui alone with Zhou Tengyun.

“Third Brother, how’s the practice going?”

“Boss, I feel decent, but I haven't tested it in a real fight. I don't know if I can beat that bodyguard surnamed Lu,” Zhou Tengyun immediately cut to the chase.

Seeing that Zhou Tengyun’s mind was consumed by revenge, Liu Hui advised him, “Third Brother, don't rush the matter of vengeance, take it slow. We know who the enemy is now; they aren't going anywhere. Focus on mastering your skills, and then you can settle things directly.”

“I know, Boss. I’m training hard now, hoping to avenge my wife and child sooner. Oh, Boss, that ‘nutritional supplement’ you mentioned—is it the same thing you used on me last time?” Upon hearing Liu Hui’s words, Zhou Tengyun understood the underlying purpose.

“Heh heh, Third Brother is as sharp as ever. My real goal is to bolster the hospital’s defensive capabilities. Our hospital has become too high-profile, and I fear attacks. However, what they receive is different from what you used; its potency is only one percent of yours. I plan to enhance their strength gradually,” Liu Hui explained.

“Boss, aren't you afraid they’ll suddenly resign?” Zhou Tengyun asked.

“Heh heh, don't worry; I’ve already considered that. More importantly, you must keep this entire matter absolutely confidential. Do not breathe a word of it to anyone,” Liu Hui cautioned Zhou Tengyun.

“Something this potent? Of course, I understand the need for secrecy. Rest assured,” Zhou Tengyun replied calmly.

After a brief wait, Wu Yuanjia returned, having gathered all the security personnel and repeating Liu Hui’s proposal, asking them to consider it.

By afternoon, every guard had agreed to the enhanced training. Han Tang Hospital already offered very high wages, and doubling that income meant their families could live comfortably in Huaxia. Liu Hui arranged for nurses to administer one dose of the diluted Body Evolution Fluid and time-release fluid to everyone who consented. Afterward, Wu Yuanjia led them into their grueling regimen.

Having settled this matter, Liu Hui felt a sense of relief. Once the guards achieved the necessary strength, his hospital would possess a fundamental capability for self-defense.

The next morning, Liu Hui arrived at the hospital with Liang Jingyue, and they immediately began discussing the facility’s finances. The security guard at the entrance called, reporting that four individuals from some Swedish research center wished to see the Boss. Liu Hui was intrigued by the contact from abroad and instructed the guard to escort them in.

Moments later, the guard brought the four foreigners into Liu Hui’s office. Among them were two middle-aged men, a young woman, and an elderly woman. After seating the four guests, Liang Jingyue prepared and served them tea. Mei Peng, having heard the news, sat next to Liu Hui. The elderly woman spoke first, the young woman serving as a translator for her words to Liu Hui.

“Respected Mr. Liu Hui, I am Elena from the AIDS Research Center at the Karolinska Institute in Sweden. These are my colleagues, Bob and Carlos. Our research center is located in Stockholm, the capital of Sweden. We have come to see you regarding the nomination for the 2011 Nobel Prize in Medicine.”

Liu Hui was greatly surprised. He had recently learned that this very institute, the Karolinska Institute, awards the Nobel Prize in Medicine, and they held a formidable international reputation.

“Esteemed Ms. Elena, and respected Mr. Bob and Mr. Carlos, you are most welcome at Han Tang Hospital. However, what exactly is this nomination about?”

“Respected Mr. Liu Hui, our research center has long recognized the outstanding contributions made by Han Tang Hospital in the field of AIDS treatment. We have been conducting long-term follow-up investigations on the recovered AIDS patients. We observed that the HIV virus has completely vanished from their systems, and no significant side effects have manifested over a long period. Therefore, our research center intends to nominate Mr. Liu Hui as a recipient for the 2011 Nobel Prize in Medicine,” Elena stated, gazing at Liu Hui with a smile.

Liu Hui was overjoyed. He quickly thanked Elena for the nomination. If he could secure the Nobel Prize in Medicine, he would be the first Chinese national to achieve this honor, solidifying his status within China even further.

Elena was a kindly elderly woman. She smiled at Liu Hui and said, “Mr. Liu Hui, I personally hold you in high esteem. You have solved a critical crisis that has plagued humanity for decades, saving countless lives. You have far surpassed the achievements of our own AIDS research center.”

“Ms. Elena, you are too kind. I discovered the method for curing AIDS by referencing traditional Chinese medicine. If credit is due, it belongs to Chinese medicine rather than myself,” Liu Hui replied humbly.

“It seems our understanding of traditional Chinese medicine is insufficient. We are nominating you for the 2011 Nobel Prize in Medicine because we firmly believe your contribution deserves this recognition. In the absence of any more sensational medical breakthrough during this period, I suspect your chances of winning the 2011 Nobel Prize in Medicine are quite high,” Elena remarked thoughtfully.

Liu Hui engaged in a pleasant conversation with Elena and her colleagues for an hour, further cementing their mutual interest in cooperation, before exchanging contact details and taking their leave. Liu Hui and Mei Peng accompanied them to the hospital gates.

As they reached the entrance, a car pulled up, and two people alighted. One of them, a stout man, spotted Mei Peng and immediately called out, “Are you staff here? Immediately summon your leadership to welcome the director of the Huaxia Pharmaceutical Administration.”

Mei Peng glanced at them and replied, “I am Mei Peng, the director of this hospital. Do you require something?”

“So you are the director, excellent. We are looking for you. We have received a public report alleging that your hospital has been manufacturing AIDS medication without approval from the Huaxia Pharmaceutical Administration, posing a severe safety risk to patients. We must confiscate your pharmaceutical production equipment and levy a fine of three to five times your illegal proceeds.”

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