Leaving the oncology department, Zhao Heng felt great, after all, he received a subsidy.

Now his income includes his salary, performance bonuses, subsidies, and earnings from his video account. All together, it amounts to a small six figures every month, completely different from the hard life of earning just over four thousand a month when he was doing equipment setups.

Even though a small six figures a month is just the normal level in North City, at least he doesn't have to worry about food and clothing anymore.

Not to mention anything else, earning a bit of money is the most tangible thing.

Back in the office, Zhao Heng was still in a great mood.

At this time, Xu Man Ni was just finishing surgery. Seeing Zhao Heng's smiling face as she came in, she couldn't help but ask, "What's up? Why are you so happy?"

"The subsidy from oncology came through."

Zhao Heng smiled as he said.

"I didn't expect it to be so fast."

Xu Man Ni nodded, somewhat surprised.

"This means Director Liu from oncology values you a lot. Even their department's subsidies aren't usually distributed this quickly."

After a pause, Xu Man Ni added.

In the workplace, ability is important, but having support behind you is crucial too.

Of course, if your ability stands out like Zhao Heng's, many people would naturally be willing to support him.

"What would you like to eat tonight? It's on me."

Zhao Heng laughed, speaking generously.

"Hmm, anything is fine."

Seeing Zhao Heng so happy, Xu Man Ni, who was a bit tired just after surgery, felt instantly relieved and joyous.

"Why not invite Old Gao and Director Liu to join us."

Xu Man Ni thought for a moment and suggested.

The "Director Liu" she mentioned naturally referred to Liu Ziang.

At Eastern Hospital, besides her, the most reliable people to Zhao Heng were Gao Jun and Liu Ziang.

"Sure."

Zhao Heng nodded. Regarding the brain stimulation for comatose patients, he happened to have some neurological questions he needed to discuss with the neurosurgery expert Liu Ziang.

Six in the evening.

In a private room of a high-end private kitchen restaurant in North City.

Zhao Heng sat inside, admiring the ancient style of the room's decor, he couldn't help but sigh internally.

A few months ago, he couldn't possibly afford a restaurant where the per capita cost was at least a thousand.

"Junior, I heard you're starting research on brain stimulation for comatose patients?"

Just as he sat down, Liu Ziang eagerly asked Zhao Heng.

Now he completely recognized Zhao Heng. In the entire Eastern Hospital, he was probably the only one fully recognized by Liu Ziang.

"Yes, every year, several thousand people slip into a lasting vegetative state after three months without waking up. Research in this area is still relatively backward in our country. I think it's a very promising research topic and direction."

Zhao Heng nodded and said.

"Yes, that's true. Domestic research on brain stimulation for comatose patients is quite behind. Currently, many methods still focus on basic tactile, auditory stimulation, and speech awakening. These methods aren't useless, but they're too slow and the effects aren't obvious."

Liu Ziang nodded in agreement.

The direction Zhao Heng chose for comatose patient awakening research is one with long-term strategic vision.

"Isn't it often said in the news that some patients were awakened after decades of speech stimulation from family members?"

Hearing this, Xu Man Ni asked with some doubt.

"Those are very few cases. Most comatose patients who have been in that state for over three months generally have no hope of being awakened."

Liu Ziang said.

"This is a very new, promising direction. Director Liu, in the future, anesthesia and neurosurgery can collaborate deeply in this regard."

Gao Jun said with a smile.

The brain stimulation research Zhao Heng is conducting is primarily surgical, and naturally, there will be much collaboration with neurosurgery in the future.

Of course, it's a win-win situation.

"Yes, that's possible."

"Junior, do you already have ideas?"

Liu Ziang looked at Gao Jun, nodded, then asked Zhao Heng again.

"Yes, I believe that for coma awakening, we should focus on neuroregulation technologies such as deep brain stimulation, spinal cord electrical stimulation, transcranial magnetic stimulation, and transcranial direct current stimulation — these cutting-edge neurological techniques."

Zhao Heng nodded, sharing his thoughts.

"Neuroregulation technology? Yes, this is indeed a very new direction, but it's also very feasible. Done well, it can fill many gaps in domestic brain treatment."

Liu Ziang nodded with great appreciation.

"Junior, whatever you need regarding neurosurgery during your research, just let me know. I'll fully support you."

Liu Ziang continued.

He had the confidence to say this because currently, the head of neurosurgery is getting old and considering stepping down, so basically, Liu Ziang is now in charge of neurosurgery.

They're just waiting for the old director to officially step down, then Liu Ziang will be promoted to head of neurosurgery.

Neurosurgery is a very important department, so even across Eastern Hospital, Liu Ziang has significant influence.

"Thank you, senior."

Zhao Heng nodded. For someone as eminent as Liu Ziang, once you earn his recognition, he's actually easy to get along with.

But honestly, to gain the acknowledgement of a true genius like Liu Ziang is no simple feat.

Just think about it, Zhao Heng has gathered and integrated experiences and skills from so many doctors; in the field of neurosurgery alone, his level is at most on par with Liu Ziang.

Next, Liu Ziang passionately and enthusiastically engaged in a professional discussion with Zhao Heng.

The two chatted intensely, moving their chairs close together.

Seeing how engrossed and harmonious the two were in their conversation, Xu Man Ni couldn't help but rub her forehead.

"How are things going with you and Xiao Zhao lately?"

The conversation Zhao Heng and Liu Ziang were having involved extremely advanced neuroscience knowledge, even Gao Jun couldn't join in, so he began to concern himself with Xu Man Ni and Zhao Heng's progress.

"Developing normally."

Xu Man Ni replied.

"What stage is that? Your mother is already asking me about it."

Gao Jun probed further.

"Honestly, I've been dating Zhao Heng for less than a month. Is it necessary to rush so much?"

Xu Man Ni was a bit speechless. She had only mentioned to her family that she was dating and didn't say much else, worried they'd pressure her to meet or even urge her to marry.

"Some things should be settled quickly. If I were you, I'd aim to get married within six months."

Gao Jun said.

"Do I look like someone desperate to get married?"

Hearing Gao Jun's suggestion, Xu Man Ni couldn't help but roll her eyes dramatically.

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