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Faced with Chen Feng's question, Carl paused for a moment before speaking, "Actually, I don't know him very well. I haven't even met him yet. But I've always known he exists. He's a rather legendary person. When he was eighteen, he earned nearly a hundred million US dollars from the stock market through his own efforts. That's something not everyone can do."

"His speed of accumulating wealth is unprecedented; probably only you can compare to him now. But most of his wealth came from the stock market and the financial sector. Also, he is Jewish, and you should understand the value of that identity. Furthermore, I've occasionally heard that he has joined some kind of organization, a very powerful one. You're not American, so you may not understand the immense power and influence of such an organization."

"To put it simply, the organization he joined can even influence the entire Wall Street financial market, and even the global financial market. If they want to, they can definitely have a huge impact on the world's finance, including the entire economy of the United States. Their greatest strength is their control over finance and money. Although my wealth is not bad, it is nothing compared to people and organizations like them."

Carl continued with a serious expression, "So if someone like that wanted to deal with you or me, it would be very difficult to resist. Fortunately, it seems that he has chosen a relatively mild approach, giving you such a valuable villa. I suppose you have reached some kind of cooperation agreement with him, is that right?"

Since the other party had been so frank, Chen Feng naturally returned the favor by telling the truth as well. He immediately nodded and said, "That's right, I did choose to cooperate with him. I had long anticipated that my ability to cure diseases and save lives couldn't be kept secret for long, so it's normal for someone like him to approach me. Actually, at first, he probably wanted to use more insidious or forceful methods to control me and make me work for him, and Lawrence should have played a part in that."

Later, I discovered the danger and hid. Then, Mr. Moore, who probably also knew he was targeting me, finally chose to cooperate with me after I found out. I suppose they had to consider your and Mr. Williams's feelings to some extent; after all, I'm someone you two are protecting. If he really wanted to deal with me, it would be a slap in your face.”

Upon hearing this, Carl chuckled self-deprecatingly and said, "You're overestimating me. Although I'm considered the richest person in California, our Hicks family started relatively late. It was only during my grandfather's generation that we began to prosper, so our roots in America aren't very deep. The Lampson family is different. They have a history of over two hundred years. They started to make their fortune over two hundred years ago and just happened to establish themselves in New York."

"The Lampson family now wields considerable influence and reach in both the political and economic spheres, something I cannot match. If he were to be wary, it would be of the Lampson family, not of me. However, I must admire his astuteness. Upon discovering that you were aware of his plot, he immediately and decisively abandoned his original plan and swiftly reached a reconciliation and cooperation with you. In your Chinese parlance, this is called being able to bend and stretch, a true gentleman."

At this point, Karl paused for a moment before asking, "What specific cooperation did you reach with him? Was it a cooperation on treating the illness, or something else?"

Chen Feng then said, "It's a research collaboration. After I return to China, I will regularly provide him with blood for the research team he organizes. Of course, he will also give me corresponding monetary compensation."

Upon hearing this, Karl frowned deeply and pressed on, "What if we discover something? How will the results be split? Will you each get half?"

Chen Feng shrugged and smiled, saying, "That hasn't been discussed yet. I only agreed to cooperate deeply with him, providing blood samples once a month, and then he would pay me, that's all. If we really make any research results, I think it would be very difficult for him to keep them all for himself."

Carl immediately advised, "For safety's sake, I think you should take this into consideration as well. You could set up a company specifically to collaborate with them under the company's name. If there are any results, you should split them at least 50/50; they can't keep all the profits. After all, without you, there would be no research results."

Chen Feng said nonchalantly, "Let's talk about that after he has made some progress in his research."

In fact, Chen Feng didn't really care much about the so-called research results. If they had actually made a discovery, that was their own ability. After all, they had spent money; hiring those researchers must have cost a lot, and more importantly, even if you had the money, you might not be able to hire them. That's their capability. Furthermore, the most important factor was the time cost. Chen Feng didn't believe they could produce any results in a short time.

In fact, the medical team organized by Carl had been researching this for a long time, but so far they haven't been able to figure it out and haven't produced any valuable research results.

Therefore, especially now, there's no need to haggle over the research results with the other party too early. It's better to wait until they actually produce results before discussing it further. Chen Feng is confident that even if they do achieve some results, he will still need to cooperate to implement them or transform them into commercial value. In other words, only through his personal involvement can the research results be truly transformed into tangible products.

Chen Feng has this confidence.

Carl was somewhat dissatisfied with Chen Feng's attitude and frowned, saying, "What can you do if the other party really makes some research results and claims them as their own? Or if he deliberately hides them from you and doesn't make the research results public, there's nothing you can do about it."

Chen Feng smiled and said, "If they really make any progress in their research, it will likely be mainly in the medical field. To be honest, I would be happy to see that. If it can help more people get treatment, especially if it can conquer cancer, or make my method of treating cancer more universal, then I would really be willing. And as you know, I don't care about money or fame. Most of the money I earn from treating patients goes to charity, and I myself have never lacked money. I now have an annual income of several hundred million Chinese Yuan in China, which is enough for me to live on. I am not a very extravagant person, and I don't have much interest in those luxuries."

Upon hearing Chen Feng's words, Carl's expression became somewhat complicated. In fact, the reason he valued Chen Feng so much from the beginning, besides the fact that Chen Feng had indeed cured his terminal illness and his son's autism, was mainly because he also saw the huge business opportunity in it.

He also wanted to research something from Chen Feng's blood, even if it was just a method to treat ordinary patients or a discovery in cosmetic medicine. Undoubtedly, this would make him a fortune and even cause a global sensation. If he could ultimately crack the secret of Chen Feng's blood for treating cancer and many other intractable diseases, the enormous commercial value hidden within would be undeniable, and he might even become the world's richest man.

Of course, for him, current wealth is secondary; he desires to use it to become a figure who leaves their mark on human history—fame is what he values ​​most. Unfortunately, his medical team, including Dr. Johnny and his research group, haven't produced any significant results so far, practically making no progress at all. But he'll keep these thoughts to himself; he certainly can't say them aloud to Chen Feng. Of course, even if he did say them, Chen Feng would understand and wouldn't find him hypocritical. After all, Carl has genuinely been good to him, and that respect is real. Everyone has their own selfish motives, and Chen Feng is no exception.

“It’s truly admirable and noble of you to think this way. But I’m worried that if he actually discovers the secret to treating cancer in your blood and produces a miracle drug, and then takes all the profits for himself, what will you do? Are you just going to sit by and watch him reap all the enormous benefits?”

Chen Feng laughed and said, "If they really discover the secret to treating cancer, it would be a great and meritorious thing for all of humanity. Let them make their own profits. Besides, I believe they can't take it. I can only say that my blood is unique; I am the only one in the world who possesses it. It's impossible for them to replicate it using other substances or artificial synthesis. Dr. Johnny from the medical team you organized has already conducted in-depth research on this."

Chen Feng specifically mentioned Dr. Johnny, which was tantamount to indirectly reminding Carl. Carl somewhat understood the implied meaning in Chen Feng's words, smiled and said, "I did want Johnny to study the healing secret in your blood at first, but later I felt it was unnecessary. Because I also believe that your blood is a gift from God, unique, so further research would be useless."

"But Johnny himself is indeed persistent and has been trying every means to get more of your blood for his research. I can understand that, after all, he is a medical doctor and has devoted his life to the field of medicine. Of course, he wants to use your blood to develop a universal method for treating cancer. If he can do it, he will definitely win the Nobel Prize in Medicine and leave a glorious page in human history. Unfortunately, I think his idea is destined to fail."

Chen Feng smiled and asked in return, "Then why do you think the Moore Organization's research team can uncover the secrets of my blood?"

Carl shook his head and said, "Actually, I also think it's unlikely they'll find anything useful from your blood. But what if? What if they discover something else, even if it's not about treating cancer, maybe it's about beauty or treating other diseases? If such discoveries were translated into concrete products, the profits would be astonishing. Wouldn't it be a great pity to miss out on that opportunity?"

Chen Feng didn't want to get any more involved with Karl on this matter, so he nodded and said, "You're right. I'll contact Mr. Moore when I get back. Even if we don't sign a formal agreement, we should at least have a verbal agreement. I believe Mr. Moore will be able to keep our agreement."

Carl thought for a moment, but ultimately decided not to offer any further advice. Instead, he said, "I have a patient here who has ALS. I don't know if you've heard of this disease?"

Chen Feng nodded and said, "I've heard of it. It's considered an incurable disease. Would you like me to treat him?"

Carl nodded in confirmation: "This person's identity is rather special, and I've been hesitant to introduce you to him. But now that someone like Moore has appeared, I think it's necessary for you to treat this ALS patient. If you cure him, it'll be like having another layer of protection for you, just like the Mergen family now owes you a huge favor. I think the main reason Moore doesn't dare to continue using harsh methods against you is because you cured that intellectually disabled patient in the Mergen family. The role that Old Williams and I played in this wasn't actually the most important."

Chen Feng agreed with his assessment. The Mergen family, not to mention Carl's Hicks family, was a level above even the Lampson family. The reason Moore was willing to fly over to meet with him in detail, behaving with utmost politeness, and even presenting him with a villa worth over a hundred million dollars as an apology gift, was very likely due to the significant intimidating effect of the Mergen family.

So Chen Feng didn't mince words and asked directly, "Could you tell me about this patient's specific identity and background?"

After hesitating for a moment, Karl said, "I didn't want to tell you this. After all, it involves a royal family's secrets, or even a scandal, and knowing it won't do you any good. However, I want you to know the importance of this patient, and I really want you to have another layer of protection. Of course, if you don't want to know, then I won't say anything."

Chen Feng looked at him speechlessly, then said knowingly, "You've already brought this up, how can I feel good if I don't continue? Just tell me directly, which country's royal family? It can't be the royal family of the Great Britain, can it?"

As he spoke, Chen Feng couldn't help but laugh. He didn't think it could be a member of the Great British royal family. However, Karl nodded seriously and said, "Yes, it is the Great British royal family. But the situation is a bit complicated. This patient isn't actually a formal member of the royal family. He's the illegitimate son of a prince, not yet recognized by the royal family, but he is indeed that prince's biological child. So, you should understand what I mean; this secret is unknown to the outside world, only to members of the Great British royal family and well-informed people like me."

"That prince dotes on this illegitimate child very much. In recent years, he has been trying to persuade the child to be recognized as a member of the royal family, but he has not been granted permission."

Chen Feng was stunned. After all, the Great British Empire was once known as the "empire on which the sun never sets." Even though it had declined in recent years, its foundation remained profound. Therefore, even the world's richest man at the time would travel thousands of miles to Great British Empire to kneel and accept the Queen's investiture for a mere knighthood.

As a prince in such a long-established and powerful nation, his status was naturally extremely prestigious. If he truly cured the other party's illegitimate son of ALS, he would undoubtedly win the prince's deep friendship and make the other party owe him a tremendous favor. He might even be treated as an honored guest in the British royal family from then on, and might even be able to obtain a knighthood.

Although he himself didn't care much about this so-called knighthood, the title was indeed quite prestigious and useful in Western society. (End of Chapter)