Chapter 35

After a few days, Lü Shuli called and said that the first stage of the new drug's review had been passed, but they needed to name the new drug. Qin Chuan gave it the name "Yi Mai Tong." Although the name wasn't very catchy, it was the best he could do. Qin Chuan had thought of many names, but found that they were all taken. Cardiovascular disease is a very common condition, so there are naturally many drugs for it. The memorable and catchy names had already been taken. The name "Yi Mai Tong" had a meaningful connotation, implying that once used, the blood flow would be unblocked.

At first, Lü Shuli was quite dismissive of Qin Chuan's naming ability: "Qin Chuan, isn't the name you came up with a bit too lacking in spirit?"

"Go ahead and do it yourself if you can," Qin Chuan said irritably. He had thought about it for a long time, but every name he came up with was already taken. In fact, this name was also already in the system. Qin Chuan had originally wanted to come up with a new one, but in the end, he used an existing one.

"Damn! All the good names are taken. These days, good names are as rare as good women. All the good cabbages have been eaten by pigs. Let's just use the name you came up with. By the way, get ready. Clinical trials should start in a few days. You're working at the hospital now, and there should be many patients at the Central Hospital. Contact the surgery department and see if you can conduct the clinical trials there," Lü Shuli said.

Qin Chuan knew this would be a bit complicated. Clinical trials for new drugs are complex, involving both hospital interests and patient consent. However, this step was necessary, so Qin Chuan decided to give it a try.

"Alright, I'll find a time to ask," Qin Chuan said.

When he asked, he was in for a shock. There were many complications. The hospital wouldn't conduct the clinical trials for free; a certain fee was required. Although the drug was registered under his personal name, clinical trials required a significant budget.

In China, the legislation for clinical trials of new drugs is not very strict, and there are many loopholes in management. Many people are used in clinical trials without their knowledge, and if something goes wrong, they often don't know what happened. Clinical trials are usually conducted at collaborating institutions, and it's uncommon for an individual like Qin Chuan to do it.

Qin Chuan scratched his head and called Lü Shuli back: "Shuli, this might not work out for now."

"Why?" Lü Shuli asked.

Qin Chuan explained the situation: "The biggest problem right now is the lack of funds."

"That's a shame. Your drug is in high demand in the medical field. If it's as effective as you say, it could make you a millionaire. Regardless, apply for a patent first. If that doesn't work, you can always transfer the patent," Lü Shuli said.

"Alright, I'll apply for the patent first and see what happens," Qin Chuan said.

Gao Zhanting came in from outside. She had been in low spirits lately, with red eyes.

"Zhanting, is everything okay?" Qin Chuan asked.

"Everything's fine. I'll be free soon," Gao Zhanting said.

"What do you mean? Sometimes, you shouldn't think the worst. You should always think positively," Qin Chuan said.

"Don't worry. I'm not that foolish. I'll handle it. How are things going with you and Lingling?" Gao Zhanting asked with a forced smile.

"Still the same," Qin Chuan said.

"They're always together. Qin Chuan, you're really lucky. Someone prepares breakfast for you in the morning, and someone brings you lunch. Every few days, you order takeout from Jin Yu Restaurant to improve your diet. Life is really sweet," He Xiaokang said.

"Then you should break up with Fang Ping and find someone even more gentle and considerate than Lingling. I doubt you could say that, so I'll do it for you. I'll tell Fang Ping, 'Fang Ping, He Xiaokang said that from today on, you need to learn from Jiang Lingling, or he'll leave you,'" Gao Zhanting said.

"Auntie, don't say that. Fang Ping has always been very good to me. Don't say such things," He Xiaokang said quickly.

"Look at you! You're just like my brother. You're a masochist," Gao Zhanting laughed.

Qin Chuan couldn't help but laugh. Actually, Qin Chuan was quite satisfied with Jiang Lingling. Although it wasn't the intense passion of the early days, the simple and warm concern was comforting. Life needs comfort, and over time, he realized that intense romance was destined not to last. If Jiang Lingling weren't the mayor's daughter, Qin Chuan might have already married her. The gap between their families was too large, and many problems would arise in the future. This was why Qin Chuan was hesitant. Jiang Lingling seemed very gentle now, but when it involved two families rather than just two people, things would become complicated.

Qin Chuan had always thought he would spend his life with one woman. At that time, he had never considered what it would be like to break up. Their love was once passionate, but when it involved two families, Qin Chuan realized that love wasn't everything in life.

"Qin Chuan, what are you thinking about?" Gao Zhanting asked, noticing Qin Chuan's dazed look.

"Nothing, nothing," Qin Chuan said with an awkward smile.

"Brother, Lingling is so good to you, why don't you show any affection? I feel like you're hiding something," Gao Zhanting said.

"It's because Lingling is so good that I'm worried about hurting her," Qin Chuan said.

"That's a good point, but always being lukewarm isn't good for her either," Gao Zhanting said.

After work, Gao Zhanting stopped Qin Chuan on the road.

"Qin Chuan, do you have time?" Gao Zhanting stopped her car next to Qin Chuan.

"I have time. There's nothing to do at home. You know my situation," Qin Chuan said.

"Get in the car," Gao Zhanting said.

Qin Chuan opened the passenger door and got in, then closed the door: "Zhanting, what's up?"

"I'm not in a good mood today. Will you go drinking with me?" Gao Zhanting said.

"Sure. Actually, I'm a great drinking companion and a good listener. Sometimes, you shouldn't keep everything inside. It can make you sick if you keep it in for too long," Qin Chuan said.

"Hey, you little brat, do you know what's on my mind?" Gao Zhanting laughed.

"Of course. Where are we going to drink?" Qin Chuan laughed.

"Of course, we're going to a bar," Gao Zhanting said.

"I think we shouldn't go to a bar. If we drink too much, someone might take advantage of us," Qin Chuan said.

"Then where should we go?" Gao Zhanting asked.

"Let's go to a KTV. We can drink there, and you can talk about your problems. I can share your burden and provide a free shoulder to cry on," Qin Chuan said.

"Hmph, you have ulterior motives. Are you the only one who can take advantage of me in a KTV?" Gao Zhanting was a very tough woman.

"That's fine. Family matters should stay within the family," Qin Chuan said.

"Why are you so bold with me but so timid with Lingling?" Gao Zhanting said.

"Lingling is like a little sister to me. She has never experienced love. If I hurt her, she would be devastated. I don't know if I will hurt her in the future, so I don't dare to do anything," Qin Chuan said.

"Sister knows you're a caring and emotional person. But sometimes, you can't always be so cautious. In matters of the heart, if it feels right, go for it. Like me, I won't talk about myself. I'm a bad example now. Maybe you're right," Gao Zhanting said.

Gao Zhanting drove to Love Island KTV and booked a private room.

As soon as they entered the room, Gao Zhanting ordered food and several bottles of beer, then picked a bunch of songs and started singing wildly.

She sang until she cried, and then cried until she laughed. Then she started drinking with Qin Chuan, getting a bit tipsy. It was time to talk about her problems.

"That bastard was keeping a mistress behind my back. When I met him, he had nothing. He said he would cherish me for life. But he was keeping a mistress. Do you know what he told others?" Gao Zhanting said, drunk. She was either drunk or heartbroken. Her eyes were misty, and she looked at Qin Chuan with a misty gaze. Her face was still wet with tears, the face of a heartbroken woman.

Qin Chuan didn't say anything. He was a good listener, and silence was golden at this moment. He just shook his head.