Li Chongming nodded, "Back then, our ingredients weren't as complicated as they are now. We just ate the original flavor. What you said is right. The most difficult part of preparing Chinese sturgeon is handling the fish body. If you're not careful, you can get poisoned. This step alone is difficult for 99% of chefs."

Duan Qingrong laughed and said, "You're right. We're just innovating on the backs of our predecessors. The real geniuses are the generations of pioneers who created this technology."

Li Chongming laughed and said, "It's good to innovate. Only through the efforts of generation after generation can our China be so prosperous and strong. But remember, you can't do anything illegal."

Duan Qingrong nodded in agreement, then toasted Li Chongming and Ouyang Ming again before raising his glass to Fang Yang and saying, "President Fang, I've long admired your name, but have never had the chance to meet you. I've used Ouyang Ming's name to invite you here to discuss something with you; I have a favor to ask. Please grant my request, President Fang."

Fang Yang smiled and said, "President Duan, just tell me what you need. As long as it's within my power, I will not refuse."

Duan Qingrong said, "My father has loved planting bamboo all his life. He is obsessed with bamboo to the point of being morbidly obsessed. When I saw Mr. Fang's bamboo paintings, I wanted to ask Mr. Fang to paint one for me as a gift for my father's 80th birthday next month. I wonder if Mr. Fang can do that? How much would it cost? Mr. Fang, just give me a price and I will definitely be able to meet your request."

Fang Yang waved his hand: "Since it is your father's 80th birthday, why do you need money? I will make a painting for you for free. Just tell me how you want it painted."

Duan Qingrong thanked him, saying, "How could I accept such an honor? I know nothing about painting either, so please do as you suggest."