Chapter 270 The Truth, Exciting (High Energy)
The entire auditorium erupted in cheers.
Amidst thunderous applause, the host walked to the center of the stage.
"Ladies and gentlemen, good evening!"
"First of all, let's give a warm round of applause to President Hugh of Royalston Institute of Technology to give us a speech!"
Under the spotlight, a man dressed in a well-tailored suit and wearing gold-rimmed glasses walked onto the stage.
He cleared his throat, stood in front of the microphone, his face beaming with undisguised excitement and pride.
"Welcome, distinguished dignitaries and guests, to Royalston University! Since our founding 120 years ago, we have nurtured 34 prominent figures who have made a global impact in their respective fields..."
(15,000 words omitted) Principal Hugh's speech was overly prepared, focusing entirely on promoting the school.
"...Today, we are gathered here for Gu Xingnian, a graduate of our School of Biology!"
Mentioning this name immediately sparked thunderous applause from the audience.
"Gu Xingnian, with her amazing talent and unremitting efforts, has conquered multiple cancer treatment equations in the field of genetics, bringing hope to countless desperate patients!"
"Last January, she single-handedly developed a special treatment for the WBU13 virus that swept the globe, saving millions of lives! Therefore, the global medical association and the United Nations jointly decided to award her two highest honors!"
"Now, let's give a warm round of applause to welcome tonight's brightest star—Ms. Gu Xingnian! Now, I'm handing the stage back to her."
Principal Hugh bowed deeply to the audience, finally ending his speech, which was as long and drawn out as an old woman's foot binding cloth.
Fu Beichen sat down next to Gu Xingnian, gently patted her slightly cool hand, and gave her a bright smile.
"Go." His voice wasn't loud, but it carried a calming power.
Gu Xingnian took a deep breath and walked with elegant steps toward the sea of lights that belonged to her.
Countless spotlights flashed wildly at her, and the roar of thousands of people below the stage almost lifted the dome of the entire auditorium.
This was her highlight moment.
At this moment, all the glory belongs to her.
All those sleepless nights and countless hours spent with colleagues in the lab—at this moment, it was all worth it.
The host walked over, shook her hand excitedly, and then loudly read the contents of the cue card.
"Congratulations to Ms. Gu Xingnian on receiving the highest medical achievement award jointly awarded by the United Nations and the Global Medical Association!"
The applause rang out again and lasted for a long time.
"Now, please welcome Mr. Fu, representative of the United Nations H country, to present the award to Ms. Gu Xingnian!"
A dark-skinned, imposing man walked onto the stage, dressed in a sharp suit and exuding a powerful aura.
Behind him followed an emcee carrying a heavy, golden trophy on a tray.
The man shook hands with Gu Xingnian and said in a deep voice, "Congratulations."
He picked up the trophy and solemnly handed it to Gu Xingnian.
Gu Xingnian smiled and replied, "Thank you."
The two stood side by side, posing for a photo in front of the camera.
Fu Beichen sat in the audience, a charming smile on his lips. He held up his phone and focused on taking several photos of her on stage, and also recorded a video.
In the fifth row, a pair of burning eyes were fixed on her, their gaze filled with satisfaction and pride.
This is her honor, and he must be there.
The awards ceremony continued.
The host picked up the cue cards again, his voice filled with mystery.
"Next, let us once again congratulate Ms. Gu Xingnian on receiving the Special Contribution to Peace Award, jointly awarded by the United Nations and the World Peace Association!"
Another round of enthusiastic applause swept through the entire venue.
"To present this significant award, we have invited a very special guest!"
The host raised his voice eight octaves, successfully piquing everyone's curiosity.
"This guest also graduated from our Royalston Institute of Technology! But he has made groundbreaking contributions to the medical field! He is a medical student and an entrepreneur."
Leveraging his company's strong research and development capabilities, he developed a world-shaking second-generation intelligent medical system, helping hundreds of millions of families worldwide and significantly alleviating the pressure on global healthcare!
The host paused deliberately, then pointed the microphone at the audience and asked loudly:
"who is he?"
The people below the stage, as if they had rehearsed, shouted out a name in unison with all their might:
"Fu Beichen! Fu Beichen! Fu Beichen!"
The host laughed.
"It seems you are even more eager than I am. That's right! Now, let's give a warm round of applause to our special guest—Mr. Fu Beichen! To present Ms. Gu Xingnian with this Special Contribution to Peace Award!"
The applause was deafening.
A magnificent and awe-inspiring background music soared into the sky.
Fu Beichen stood up, took long strides, and walked steadily towards the stage amidst screams and cheers.
Gu Xingnian was completely stunned, staring at the man in surprise.
He walked from the boundary between light and shadow, against the light, yet so dazzling that it was impossible to look away.
His handsome features were so striking under the light that they resembled those of a god.
He was the one who initially ignited her path to studying medicine.
At this moment, Fu Beichen only had eyes for her.
She stood under the most dazzling lights, so beautiful, so moving.
She is a treasure of all mankind, and a precious gem of his pride.
He stepped firmly into her aura, one step at a time, wanting to share in her glory.
Finally, he came to her.
He reached out his hand to her and shook it.
She looked at him, smiled, and her eyes sparkled.
He took another award from the emcee and placed it in her hands.
Throughout the entire exchange, the two remained silent, conveying all their emotions through their eye contact.
Under the watchful eyes of the entire audience, he finally turned his head slightly and placed a gentle kiss on her smooth cheek.
Then, he stood next to her and took a photo with her side by side.
"Bang! Bang! Bang!"
Several loud cannon salutes rang out, and countless golden sequins rained down from the sky, shimmering under the lights and transforming the entire stage into a dreamlike golden world.
The host's loud voice resounded throughout the auditorium.
"Alright, please take your seat, Mr. Fu."
"Now, please welcome Ms. Gu Xingnian to give her acceptance speech."
The spotlight followed Gu Xingnian, leading her to the altar that symbolized the highest honor.
She stood in front of the microphone.
The lights were scorching, and the audience below was a sea of people, every pair of eyes filled with respect and anticipation.
Her eyes suddenly reddened without warning at that moment.
On the other side, the Fu and Sheng families in Haicheng, the Bai and Zhuang families in the capital, and all her closest family members were holding their breath and staring intently at the television screen.
This is a globally anticipated event, and it is also her glory.
They were filled with indescribable excitement and pride.
Fu Shihong held his great-grandson Yuyu tightly in his arms.
The baby stared intently at the familiar figure on the television screen with its big, dark, grape-like eyes.
Her little mouth twitched, and suddenly she burst into tears.
The old man was heartbroken and quickly went over to the little one, gently wiping away the tears with his rough fingers and soothing him softly.
"Oh dear, my sweetie, don't cry."
"You miss your mom."
"Mommy will be back soon, Yuyu, be good."
Inside the auditorium.
Gu Xingnian stood in front of the podium, trying hard to suppress the sob in her throat and let her surging emotions slowly subside.
She finally spoke, her voice clear and firm.
"Distinguished guests, teachers, and students:"
“Standing in the hall of my alma mater, a place that embodies dreams, and receiving such a high honor, I am filled with humility and gratitude.”
She paused, her gaze becoming distant.
"At this moment, I must first deeply cherish the memory of my mentor, Mr. Yang Lin. He was a true unsung hero in the medical field, who devoted his life to silent work and laid an extraordinary foundation."
It was his spark of wisdom that ignited my courage to explore, allowing me to embark on this path of healing. This glory belongs first and foremost to him.
"Furthermore, the honor I have received today is the result of the hard work of the entire team and the trust of the patients. I am grateful for the recognition from all sectors, which inspires us to continue moving forward."
After she finished speaking, her gaze landed precisely on the man in the first row.
Fu Beichen.
He was also staring intently at her with a burning gaze that seemed to melt her.
He simply sat there quietly, yet he exuded a powerful aura.
"Finally, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to my husband."
Her voice carried a softness she herself was unaware of.
"It was his compassionate heart as a doctor and his unwavering belief that became the warmest light and the strongest support in my life."
"This honor is not only an affirmation of the past, but also an expectation for all humanity to work together to heal. Thank you all!"
The words fell.
She bowed deeply to the audience.
Then he turned around and calmly walked off the stage.
The host immediately went on stage and, in an enthusiastic tone, invited the most renowned band from country F to perform for the guests.
The melodious music played, but the excitement at the scene remained undiminished.
Within minutes, social networks both domestically and internationally were completely ignited, with several related terms skyrocketing to the top of the trending topics list.
#N Goddess Receives Highest Medical Achievement Award and Peace Contribution Award#
#Richest Man Fu Presents Award to His Beloved Wife, N Goddess#
#RostonTech University Glory Night#
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at the same time,
Mingdao, in the sanatorium
Bai Yu finally lifted his heavy eyelids.
The ceiling was pure white, so white it was dazzling.
He tried to move his fingers, but all the bones in his body felt like they were falling apart, and he couldn't muster any strength at all.
"woke up?"
Old Biao was sitting in a chair peeling an apple when he saw Bai Yu open his eyes. The fruit knife in his hand fell to the ground with a "clatter," and he jumped up from the chair.
"You little rascal!"
Old Biao rushed to the bedside in three quick steps, his old face dark and smelly, covered with wrinkles.
"Shot and concussion, I'm afraid you'll go to the King of Hell and never come back!"
He suppressed his anger, but his voice still rang out.
"Who gave you permission to act alone? Don't you want to live? What if you die there?!"
Bai Yu's lips were chapped, and when he tugged at the corners of his mouth, the smile he revealed was more like a grimace.
"The situation is urgent... there's no time to allocate manpower."
His voice was terribly hoarse, like a broken bellows.
"Have all the fish been cleaned?"
Old Biao snorted heavily, then bent down to tuck the blanket around him, but his movements were very gentle.
"Don't worry, not a single one escaped."
"We've strengthened our border defenses, so those bastards won't be able to swim over here again."
Bai Yu breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this.
He added, "I wish Tingxiao were here."
"Could we... transfer him back? He's been there for too long."
At this moment, he had selfish motives; he knew the Sheng family missed him dearly.
Old Biao fell silent, picked up the fruit knife from the ground, and twirled it in his hand.
"Wait until the situation in Maduri stabilizes a bit more."
He thought for a moment and then said.
"I'll write another application and find someone to replace him."
Bai Yu's eyes brightened. He took a breath, a dull pain shooting through his chest, but he still managed a smile.
"Really? That's great."
Suddenly, he remembered something.
"I want to make a phone call."
"What are you fighting for!" Old Biao's face hardened again, looking just like a stern-faced Bao Gong.
"You just woke up, focus on getting better first! We can talk about it tomorrow!"
He picked up the remote and turned on the TV on the wall.
"Watch TV, your sister won an award."
On the screen, Gu Xingnian is standing under the spotlight, holding a trophy, and giving her acceptance speech.
Bai Yu stared intently at that familiar face, a surge of pride welling up inside him.
He's been asleep for so many days now, I wonder if Weiwei is alright.
Right now.
Sheng Weiwei was holding Yuanyuan and pointing at the TV, shouting.
"Look! Honey, look! Your aunt won an award!"
"Come on, give your aunt a smile!"
She brought the bottle to her round mouth.
"Here, have a sip, baby."
Her round, big eyes darted around, glancing at the TV and then at her mother. Her little mouth twitched, and she looked like she was about to cry.
In the past few days, she has had no appetite at all, and her face has become noticeably thinner.
"Sweetie, be good, have a sip."
Sheng Weiwei's voice softened, becoming pleading.
"I know you're thinking about him, he'll be back soon. Really."
"Come on, have a sip, do your mother some face."
Yuanyuan turned her head to the side, looking pitiful, but she just wouldn't open her mouth.
"Mommy is here, Mommy loves you."
Sheng Weiwei kissed her soft cheeks, held her in her arms, and gently coaxed her, patting her back repeatedly.
Her own eyes unknowingly reddened.
What a scoundrel.
He just left without a word, abandoning his child and vanishing into thin air. Now even Assistant Yang can't find him.
It's best if you never come back.
She thought bitterly.
...
The awards ceremony was drawing to a close. After a brief interview, Gu Xingnian and Fu Beichen left the scene.
Fu Beichen led her to the lounge.
Fu Beichen helped her sit on the soft sofa and fed her some water and snacks.
"Are you tired?" His deep voice sounded in my ear.
Gu Xingnian leaned her head on his shoulder, the crisp cedar scent emanating from him filling her nostrils.
"Mmm, I want to sleep." Her voice was soft and languid.
"Okay, let's go home."
He gently ruffled the top of her hair, his movements as tender as if he were handling a rare treasure.
Suddenly, his cell phone vibrated in his pocket, breaking the silence of the room.
"I'm going to the restroom." Gu Xingnian stood up, supporting herself on the sofa armrest, and walked out.
Fu Beichen gave him a look, and the two bodyguards in black at the door immediately followed.
The restroom is right next to the lounge; it's a private restroom that outsiders can't get in at all.
He then swiped his phone to answer the call.
On the other end of the phone, the subordinate's voice was clear and serious as he reported.
"Mr. Fu, we've tracked down the drone; it belongs to a security company in Haicheng."
"But when we dug deeper, we found that the boss behind it was a biological laboratory in Country S."
"And the ultimate controller of this laboratory is known in the underworld as 'Master Shen'."
“They have very deep business dealings with the Cavan Group and are very close friends.”
Fu Beichen listened expressionlessly, only tapping his fingertips lightly on the table.
There was a pause on the other end of the phone before the call continued.
"We also found out that Master Shen's second-in-command, codenamed Ice Wolf, is in Penang today."
"Keep a close eye on that Mr. Shen's every move." Fu Beichen hung up the phone, his eyes unfathomable.
He took a cigarette from the pack, lit it, but didn't smoke it. He just held it between his fingers, letting the bluish-white smoke rise gently.
The information is quickly integrated in the brain.
Kavan's "rejuvenation" reagent is probably just a lure.
What they really want to swindle is the money of the world's top billionaires.
But this is a huge undertaking, and if it goes wrong, it will inevitably attract global persecution.
Therefore, they need two protective shields.
First, find a scapegoat with enough weight to divert everyone's attention.
Second, to turn the colossal lie of "rejuvenation" into reality.
Only by producing a truly effective remedy that can restore youth can we silence the critics and continue to reap the wealth of the world.
Globally, there is only one person with this research and development capability.
Gu Xingnian.
A sudden chill ran down his spine, and a cold sensation shot from the soles of his feet straight to the top of his head.
He stubbed out his cigarette in the ashtray and rushed toward the door like a madman.
At the entrance to the restroom, two bodyguards stood ramrod straight like guardian deities.
"Mr. Fu, your wife hasn't come out yet."
Fu Beichen's heart was pounding wildly, and he raised his hand to knock on the door forcefully.
Niannian, are you feeling better?
There was no response from inside.
"Nian Nian!"
Still, deathly silence.
He couldn't wait any longer, so he took a step back, raised his long leg, and kicked the door lock hard.
"Bang!"
The door was kicked open with tremendous force, hit the wall, and bounced back.
The sight behind the door made his pupils shrink.
Gu Xingnian lay on the cold floor tiles, her eyes closed, as if she had fainted.
"Nian Nian!"
"What's wrong, Nian Nian!"
Fu Beichen rushed over, knelt down, and quickly examined her body.
Fortunately, there were no external injuries, and her breathing was stable.
"Niannian, baby." He called twice more, but the woman in his arms still did not respond.
He was extremely anxious, so he scooped the woman up in his arms and rushed out.
He was unaware that the huge mirror on the toilet wall concealed a hidden door.
The real Gu Xingnian was currently tightly bound inside.
With his hands and feet bound and his mouth sealed shut with duct tape, he could only make desperate "woo-woo" sounds.
She was crammed into a small space, and through the special transparent glass in front of her, she could clearly see everything happening outside.
She saw Fu Beichen kick the door open and enter, and saw the anxiety and panic on his face.
Then she saw him holding the woman who was wearing the exact same dress as him and had fainted on the ground, calling out to her in an urgent and cherished tone.
"Nian Nian".
What he called out was, "Nian Nian."
That woman is, Nian Nian.
But the person lying on the ground wasn't her at all.
So, it was a substitute who looked exactly like her.
Gu Xingnian's eyes widened in shock at this realization, and her blood ran cold.
"Don't be afraid."
Suddenly, a cool male voice rang out from behind her, his breath brushing against her ear.
"As long as you behave, we won't hurt you."
"N God."
She desperately tried to turn around, wanting to see who was behind her.
Suddenly, a sharp pain shot through the back of my neck.
Everything went black, and she completely lost consciousness...
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