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Gu Yu had just finished signing the contract and was planning to head straight back to the company.

However, Dai Zhengguo took him to his office instead.

Watching Dai Zhengguo lock the office door, with a cautious demeanor, Gu Yu was somewhat puzzled.

Could this old man be planning to do something unsavory?

He wouldn't be plotting something against him, would he?

That seemed unlikely!

With one punch, he could knock Old Dai down!

As Dai Zhengguo leaned against the door silently for a moment before turning around, Gu Yu's confusion peaked.

Just as he was about to ask, Dai Zhengguo spoke first:

"There is something I have been wanting to do with you, but I had some reservations. Now it seems that my concerns were completely unnecessary!"

"Thinking about it, with your family background, your values must be deeply ingrained," he had overthought it.

Dai Zhengguo muttered under his breath, his voice audible only to the two of them, as he walked past Gu Yu.

He sat down in his office chair, looking up at Gu Yu, seemingly deep in thought.

"What is it?"

Gu Yu instinctively asked.

"A very important matter. In late December, there will be an International Surgical Society World Congress held in Vienna, Austria, and I've been invited to attend," he explained.

"I can bring three people, and so far, I've only chosen one. There are still two spots open."

After pondering for a moment, Dai Zhengguo's expression brightened, and he explained with a smile.

"Surgical Society World Congress?"

Gu Yu was even more puzzled; he didn't understand why Dai Zhengguo was mentioning this to him.

Such a prestigious-sounding conference shouldn't have anything to do with him, right?

"Yes, this Congress is jointly hosted by the International Thoracic Surgical Society, the International Surgical Society Alliance, the International Endocrine Surgery Society, and the International Reconstructive Microsurgical Society. It aims to discuss the advancement and application of new surgical techniques," Dai Zhengguo briefly introduced the hosts of the Congress to Gu Yu.

Seeing that Gu Yu was still confused, he tried a different explanation:

"It might sound complex, but essentially it's just a gathering of surgeons sharing experiences. Additionally, it serves as an opportunity for representatives of their respective countries to make an appearance."

"At this kind of conference, you don't have to speak, but you have to show up. Otherwise, it might be seen as a slight by other countries."

After listening carefully, Gu Yu suddenly realized.

So, it was about making an appearance on behalf of the country!

Letting other countries know that Huaxia also has surgical talents.

It was also an academic conference where surgeons from various countries would present their research on new techniques while other attending doctors could learn and accumulate experience.

Being invited to such a conference certainly also meant that Dai Zhengguo's thoracic surgical skills had reached an international level.

But what did this have to do with him, Gu Yu?

Could it be...?

"You must have guessed what I am about to say. I would like you to come with me," Dai Zhengguo said.

"This will definitely provide a great boost for your future path in medicine."

"Always just focusing on your work domestically isn't enough. We need to go out and see, to learn the strengths of others and to understand how to use what we learn."

Gu Yu had just figured out Dai Zhengguo's intentions when Dai Zhengguo confirmed them.

When he said this, his expression was very serious.

Because this was related to Gu Yu's future.

If Gu Yu agreed, his journey toward the peak of the Huaxia medical community would be much easier.

Old Dai had not had such a good opportunity in his youth, but this time, seeing a junior even more promising than he had been, he wanted to offer him a fast track.

Gu Yu naturally could also hear that Dai Zhengguo was looking out for his best interest.

Even if he were foolish, representing Huaxia in such matters was naturally beneficial.

As long as the meeting went smoothly, it would undoubtedly be a great boost to his reputation.

But he wasn't the type to make rash decisions.

He couldn't just nod in agreement right after Dai Zhengguo had brought it up.

So he pondered with his head down for a while before responding, "Old Dai, I want to think about this, this matter is too important—you should also think it over carefully, I might not be suitable."

Gu Yu not only gave himself a buffer period but also gave Dai Zhengguo one.

This was something he definitely needed to discuss with the people around him.

If he went, what about Lin Xinyue? What about his boss and everyone else? What about the entire Ideal Paradise?

He was no longer that unencumbered, unrestrained Gu Yu.

Now, he was an integral part of a complex web!

"I know, that's why I'm telling you about this over a month in advance, to give you time to prepare," Dai Zhengguo said.

"However, you're not considering your girlfriend, are you? You can rest assured about that—I can arrange for her to come along. I still have the means to do that."

"Oh, there's another thing I forgot to mention! If you go, this time we will be traveling on the Peace Ark medical ship from Huaxia, passing through countries such as Sri Lanka, Maldives, Mauritius, South Africa, Cabo Verde, and Morocco."

"You might as well bring your girlfriend for a honeymoon trip, haha," Dai continued, laughing.

"Sounds good, a free ocean voyage~"

The corners of Gu Yu's mouth also lifted into a smile.

Government-sponsored travel does sound fantastic!

But even so, he had to consider it carefully.

This was definitely not a minor issue and required discussions with many people.

"How about this! I need a week to think about it, I'll give you my answer in a week!"

Gu Yu set a timeline, and Dai Zhengguo, in no rush to confirm the personnel, nodded.

He wasn't adamant about Gu Yu joining him; many people domestically vied for such opportunities, but having the first choice, he preferred Gu Yu.

Of course, the premise was that Gu Yu was not just competent but likely the best young talent in Huaxia's medical field.

Choosing Gu Yu was both logical and reasonable.

"Then I'll be leaving!" Upon receiving Dai Zhengguo's approval, Gu Yu glanced at his phone.

It was already past three in the afternoon, and in little over an hour, the office would close.

He felt a sense of urgency.

He must return to the office by five to supervise those diligent workers, otherwise, he didn't know how much he'd lose in today's Check-in Points rewards!

"Go ahead, take your time to think about it, and of course, you can also refuse me," Dai Zhengguo said as he stood up to see him off.

He truly had high hopes for Gu Yu.
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He desperately hoped that Huaxia could produce a leading figure in the medical field who would emerge as a global leader.

Although there were many experts in Huaxia, the country's medical capabilities weren't even ranked in the top twenty or thirty in the world!

Especially compared to some countries in Western Europe, which had stood at the pinnacle for many years.

Huaxia urgently needed a group to break this deadlock.

But training a group was too difficult, so they had to start with one.

Going from zero to one is hard, but going from one to many is much easier.

"Young man, I hope you can do it!"

Dai Zhengguo watched as Gu Yu's figure disappeared at the doorway, smiling to himself.