"Director, are you joking with me?"

United South Chinese Medicine Association!

That's the famous United South in Yong City.

Now in Yong City, the saying "To find an expert, go to United South" has become widely known. "Senior experts with big reputations" is the biggest feature of the United South Chinese Medicine Association, and this intangible business card has attracted many patients seeking fame.

Although Lu Xuan has never been to the United South Chinese Medicine Association, on the day he started working in Yong City, he heard the name United South mentioned at the District Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It's unknown how many Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctors hope to receive an invitation from United South.

But being invited by the United South Chinese Medicine Association is rare, even for the entire city of Yong City.

Although it sounds like a private clinic, the United South Chinese Medicine Association is not. From its inception, it was established as a non-profit medical institution and became part of the designated medical institutions covered by health insurance, gathering many highly respected elderly Traditional Chinese Medicine doctors.

Moreover, the initial purpose of establishing the United South Chinese Medicine Association was not to make money, but to promote Chinese medicine culture and to leverage the remaining expertise of renowned elderly doctors.

The United South Chinese Medicine Association has the function of organizing Chinese medicine exhibitions, regularly hosting Chinese medicine academic lectures, and conducting health education on Chinese medicine for the public.

In other words, the operation of the United South Chinese Medicine Association is just one part. Beyond that, it also bears the social responsibility of promoting Chinese medicine culture and enhancing public health.

Now, the association gathers many famous elderly traditional Chinese medical doctors in Yong City, including some national-level renowned elderly doctors like Elder Huang, Elder Ye, as well as more than 40 other famous doctors such as Elder Zhang and Elder Song. Their participation serves as golden signboards, swiftly expanding the social reputation of the United South Chinese Medicine Association.

It has made the association the most ideal sanctuary in the hearts of Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctors in Yong City, with countless doctors feeling honored to practice there.

Among these doctors, there are indeed some chief Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctors.

As far as Lu Xuan knows, back at the District Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine where he worked previously, several chief Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctors wanted to go to United South but couldn't.

No way, United South wants not just elites in traditional Chinese medicine, but the elites among the elites.

This is evident from being able to invite multiple national-level renowned elderly Traditional Chinese Medicine doctors to oversee the place.

Moreover, many old Traditional Chinese Medicine doctors from established medicinal families practice there, even though they are only deputy chief doctors, their practical skills surpass many chief Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctors.

Now, such a revered sanctuary in the minds of Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctors has invited him to practice. It's hard to imagine the extent of Lu Xuan's shock.

It's no exaggeration to say that this is even more incredible than being appointed as a chief Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor somewhere.

Not everyone qualifies to practice at the United South Chinese Medicine Association as a chief Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor.

And all those who can practice there are undoubtedly extraordinarily skilled in medicine.

So, when he heard Hu Meiqiao saying this, he wondered if he had misheard.

"Director, don't joke about such matters. I would take it seriously. Practicing at United South, it's something I wouldn't even dare to imagine."

Even though these days Lu Xuan's skills are advancing rapidly under the guidance of his teachers, he never thought about practicing at United South.

It's not something an average Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor would dare to think about.

"Lu, belittling yourself is not a good habit."

Hu Meiqiao looked at him and said, "Moreover, do you think I would joke about such an important matter with you?"

"Don't I realize whether you have the capability? What kind of place is the United South Chinese Medicine Association? I believe you know it, too. If you truly didn't have the capability, even if I wanted to recommend you there, they wouldn't accept you; not to mention being the Director of the Health Center, even if I were the Director of the District Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, I wouldn't have that kind of influence."

Lu Xuan took a breath, holding back his surprise: "So, is this real? United South really invited me to practice?"

"Could I possibly deceive you?"

Hu Meiqiao replied with a tone of impatience: "A moment ago, an old classmate of mine called to confirm it. As long as you agree, it will be settled. Just wait for United South to contact you."

Upon hearing this, Lu Xuan realized that this was orchestrated by Hu Meiqiao.

Otherwise, relying solely on his current fame, it would be impossible for United South to notice him.

Of course, Lu Xuan didn't doubt that at his current progress rate, receiving an invitation from the United South Chinese Medicine Association was only a matter of time. However, how soon that "matter of time" could be, was uncertain.

At least within the next half year, it probably wouldn't happen.

And this move by Hu Meiqiao undoubtedly saved him at least half a year.

Why did Hu Meiqiao do this?

With a bit of thought, Lu Xuan understood.

The Director wants to keep him at the Health Center.

Isn't it fame he wanted?

What the Health Center couldn't provide, United South could.

Moreover, United South would offer more.

Later on, when it comes to evaluating positions and ranks, the assistance from United South would be no less than that from large hospitals, possibly even greater.

Although Lu Xuan understood that Meiqiao did this with intentions, saying it didn't touch him at all was impossible.

Refuse?

Refuse the opportunity to practice at the United South Chinese Medicine Association?

Frankly speaking, it would be even harder than refusing a position as chief Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor at the Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital.

In Yong City, not many Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctors could nonchalantly refuse an invitation from the United South Chinese Medicine Association, and Lu Xuan was just an ordinary person.

Moreover, going to United South would significantly assist in his future path.

Even if he stayed at the Health Center, it wouldn't be a big deal.

Thus, Lu Xuan quickly made a decision: "Director, I'm willing to go. Such a great opportunity, I think no one would refuse, myself included."

Upon hearing this, joy spread across Hu Meiqiao's face.

It wasn't just about not refusing to go to United South, but more importantly, it was about not rejecting her goodwill, and that was what mattered.

Honestly, when Lu Xuan hesitated a moment ago, Hu Meiqiao felt a tension, fearing he might refuse.

But now it seemed her efforts hadn't been in vain.

The matter of the studio can begin to be prepared.

However, that couldn't be rushed.

It needs to be done gradually and with a plan.

With Lu Xuan now stable, she had ample time to resolve things.

With this thought, Hu Meiqiao's expression swiftly returned to normal: "Alright then, let me tell them soon and make sure you don't miss any calls. You might need to provide some documents, so prepare in advance if you have the time to avoid urgency later on."

Lu Xuan naturally understood and nodded: "I will, thank you, Director."

Skipping over half a year to practice directly at United South was certainly more than just a small favor.

Lu Xuan knew that owing someone a favor meant staying and going along was just following the natural path.

Troubles don't fall from the sky; obtaining something always comes with sacrifices.

However, Lu Xuan had a persistent feeling that there was more left unsaid by Meiqiao.

Yet, being able to practice at United South was already such a fortunate chance, he didn't overthink it.

He glanced up at a clock not far away and saw that office hours had already started, so he said, "Director, if there's nothing else, I'll be heading down first, otherwise the morning appointments might be running late."

"Alright, you go down first." Having explained everything, Hu Meiqiao waved her hand. After Lu Xuan left, she opened the documents on her computer and began revising them again.

The application wasn't just a simple request; it involved considering feasibility, staffing arrangements, how much funding was needed, and how many people to recruit. The impact anticipated after setting up a studio – all this had to be written in the application to gain approval from above.

Otherwise, with just a piece of paper, thinking to start using a new building and acquire millions in funding was simply impossible.

Meanwhile, stepping into the elevator, Lu Xuan couldn't help but clench his fists, feeling extremely excited.

After leaving Hu Meiqiao's office, he even felt like he was dreaming.

Who would have thought, after being expelled from the District Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, he would only spend half a month at the Health Center before receiving an opportunity to practice at the United South Chinese Medicine Association?

If the news spread, probably no one would dare believe it.

Even Lu Xuan himself was presently filled with disbelief.

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