The ward where Xu Zixi was staying was an independent one in Pei's Third Hospital, and it was very spacious inside.
But now, with the arrival of this group of people, the ward suddenly became cramped and crowded.
At this moment, standing in front of her were Jian Hongyi, the director of the C Country Marine Biology Natural Conservation Research Institute, Meng Qingguo, the deputy director, Zong Yu, the mayor of Haicheng, and the leaders of several Haicheng departments related to marine protection.
What they brought to her was not only a generous bonus but also the trophy of the "Marine Rare Animal Protection Award" that the C Country Marine Biology Natural Conservation Research Institute had fought for her.
Miss Xu had won countless awards and honors in her previous life. The highest honor was the "Outstanding Contribution to Mankind Award" presented to her by a world organization. The current situation was just a piece of cake for her.
"I just did what I should do," she said with a smile, leaning on Yan Yincheng. "Since I'm the captain of the protection team, protecting the 'Golden Amber' is my responsibility. It's nothing special."
"Miss Xu is indeed as magnanimous as Deputy Director Meng said. If there were more people like Miss Xu in the world, the protection of the marine environment and animals would surely be better," said the mayor.
"Miss Xu!" Deputy Director Meng's tone was extremely excited.
"Actually, there's something I haven't announced to the public. Your contribution to marine biological research is far more than just saving the 'Golden Amber'. The dynamic camera on you captured very precious footage! Golden Ambers, a large group of them! What a beautiful sight it was! This number also proves that the 'Golden Amber' is no longer a legendary creature. It can continue to live in Haicheng from generation to generation!"
Xu Zixi's eyes flashed. Taking this opportunity, she said to the people in front of her:
"Actually, I made an unexpected discovery about the 'Golden Amber'. This discovery may have a sensational effect in the medical field. Since Director Jian, Deputy Director Meng, and Mayor Zong are all here, how about I share this discovery now and ask you all for advice?"
The people were slightly stunned and glanced at each other.
A discovery that could have a sensational effect in the medical field?
Their expressions became solemn. Director Jian said, "Miss Xu, please go ahead. As long as we can help, we will surely give you our full support!"
Feeling Yan Yincheng tightening his grip on her hand, Xu Zixi patted it reassuringly and told everyone about the connection between Yan Yincheng's eye disease and the "Golden Amber".
"The glandular fluid of the 'Golden Amber' contains an active substance that is highly similar to the human gene. It may be able to cure the blindness caused by Erlich-Nico-Bull Syndrome. However, how to specifically use this active substance for targeted treatment is still unknown. It requires a great deal of time and effort to study and prove."
"I won't hide it from you all. After the construction of the City of Hope is completed, I'll go back to school to continue my studies. My major is biopharmacy, and I plan to specialize in the components of the 'Golden Amber' glandular fluid. So, I hope to get your support."
The "Golden Amber" is a rare marine species. To study its glandular fluid, it's inevitable to involve several relevant departments. Getting their support will bring great convenience and help to her future research.
Of course, she also hoped to remind them through this to better protect the "Golden Amber".
And she was sure that they wouldn't reject such a special request.
"This is a good thing!" Sure enough, after listening, Director Jian was the first to give an affirmative answer. He was even a bit excited, looking at Xu Zixi as if she were a treasure.
"I really didn't expect that Miss Xu's ambition is to become a biopharmaceutical expert! We will surely give our full support to such a thing that can be of great significance to the world and the medical field!"
Holding Xu Zixi's hand tightly, Director Jian said seriously, "Miss Xu, I sincerely hope that your research will be successful! And I also sincerely wish Mr. Yan can regain his sight soon!"
With the full support from the official, the stone in Xu Zixi's heart finally settled. She couldn't wait to be discharged from the hospital and set up her research laboratory!
After staying in the hospital for another two days and having her body checked to confirm that there were no problems, Xu Zixi planned to be discharged.
Yan Yincheng had already sent away the media waiting outside the hospital, so Xu Zixi and Yan Yincheng left through the main entrance. And not surprisingly, she saw two long - unseen faces there.
"Mr. Yan, Miss Xu," Pei Mingyuan said with remorse and apology. "I'm very sorry that Miss Xu was injured because of our Pei family's negligence. On behalf of the Pei family, I'm here with my younger sister to sincerely apologize to Mr. Yan and Miss Xu. The Pei family is willing to pay any price for this."
Standing beside Pei Mingyuan was Pei Weiwei. Maybe because she couldn't bear such a blow, her face was extremely pale. After her brother spoke, she also whispered:
"Sorry..."
But the next second, she mustered up the courage and said to Xu Zixi:
"Xu Zixi, Duan Jia did all that for me. He must have been out of his mind and done those wrong things in order to avenge me and our child. Please blame me instead and don't make things difficult for him, okay? I... I'll kneel down and beg you..."
Saying that, she was about to kneel down and kowtow to Xu Zixi on the spot.
Xu Zixi's face darkened, and she said to Pei Mingyuan, "Stop her."
Pei Mingyuan quickly stopped Pei Weiwei and helped her up from the ground.
"Pei Weiwei, you want me to let Duan Jia go, but do you know what he has done?" Xu Zixi questioned.
"He..." Pei Weiwei's lips moved. "I heard from my brother that he tampered with your diving equipment and threw pollutants into the sea..."
"Good. Since you know," Xu Zixi's voice suddenly became stern. "What right and position do you have to come here and beg me to let him go?"
"Diving equipment is as important to a diver as a heart. And needless to say, the 'Golden Amber' is a treasure of the world. What he did could lead to the extinction of the Golden Amber, which would be a disaster for the world. Even more seriously, he would destroy the cooperation between the Yan family and the Pei family again. The Pei family would face fierce retaliation from the Yan family. Can your Pei family withstand the Yan family's anger for the third time?"
Pei Mingyuan lowered his head in shame.
Although Pei Weiwei knew that what Xu Zixi said was right in her heart, she still wanted to argue, "But..."
But Xu Zixi didn't give her a chance and interrupted her, saying:
"Pei Weiwei, you're really incredibly stupid. He, as your husband, did things that were harmful to you and the Pei family. Do you still think he was just venting his anger for you? You're really being sold and still counting the money for others."
As if struck on the head by a club, Pei Weiwei's muddled mind finally regained a bit of clarity.
Yes, she had clearly told him the importance of the "Golden Amber". Although she still harbored resentment towards Xu Zixi and the Yan family, she was really sensible this time and didn't want to be a burden to her family anymore. But he...
"Why?" she murmured. Why? Why did Duan Jia do this?
"If you want to know why, follow me," Xu Zixi said and then pulled Yan Yincheng out.