Chapter 369
Josie was a bit puzzled. Digby had no connections and was often used as a stepping stone in the research institute. After enduring for many years to climb to the position of group leader, he shouldn’t openly offend Audrey at this time. Josie had not learned the reason until this moment.
Digby waved his hand apologetically. “No, it won’t happen that quickly. Currently, we’ve only identified the drug targets and biomarkers. We still need to conduct further research. Speaking of which, I was able to make this discovery and determine the drug’s target site so quickly, all inextricably linked to Josie. Professor Wilcourt, I have an idea…”
Delilah interrupted him, “Are you trying to invite us for joint research? Let’s not. This is your discovery, and it belongs to your team. Given the complex and variable nature of the experimental process, it may take several years to achieve results and won’t be approved for market quickly. Digby, you should be prepared.”
Digby knew well that this process wouldn’t be easy. He looked at Josie again. “Josie, you…”
Josie smiled at him and said, “I follow Professor Wilcourt’s advice. Digby, your discovery of this new drug has little to do with me. My previous comments were just a lucky coincidence, all for the sake of our current research. Your discovery of new drugs during the experiment is entirely the result of your entire team’s efforts.”
Digby had a complicated feeling at that moment. He also felt a bit embarrassed because he felt that he was being narrow-minded. If it were Audrey, she would have seized this discovery and taken full control of the subsequent research. When the new drug was released, it would have little to do with Digby. He feared this outcome, which was why he immediately risked offending Audrey to show goodwill to Delilah, express his loyalty, and gauge her attitude. But the outcome was truly unexpected. Delilah and her team completely ignored his discovery, not even asking a single question.
“I will thoroughly research this and strive to get this new drug approved for market release soon!” Digby’s feelings were incredibly complex.
He added, “Professor Wilcourt, I…”
Delilah raised her hand. She said, “I know your concerns, but rest assured, the ultimate goal of our joint research is to integrate acupuncture into the surgical treatment of cellular diseases. By incorporating nanorobots into this process, whether through their application in surgery or the use of acupuncture in surgery, we will have countless possibilities in the research. Treatment methods, new surgical approaches, the application of new drugs, and so on–any discovery should be credited to the discovery team, not the entire research group. Digby, focus on your research without worrying too much about other matters!”
Sean interjected, “There is also no need to worry about funding. When Reedshaw Group signed the contract with the research institute, we covered everything. The detailed terms stipulated that the final implementation rights for all branch research findings throughout the entire research phase belong to Reedshaw Group, which is why we will see it to the end. Digby, you won’t have to worry about a thing!”
Digby thought, ‘What truly benevolent investor he is. He absolutely does not sacrifice human values for profit, nor does the team leader disregard the well-being of other research members for personal gain.’
Absolute fairness made Digby’s eyes well up with tears in an instant. He almost burst into tears.
He thought, ‘Why didn’t I join Jeremy’s team sooner? Instead, I trusted the rumors within the institute and fell for Audrey’s scheme. I regret this so much!’
“I…” Before Digby could express gratitude, Jeremy came in with his team.
Jeremy looked at Digby strangely and asked, “What’s wrong? Even if the experiment succeeded, you wouldn’t be this excited. Could it be that you lost the bet with Josie and can’t face it?”
Digby rubbed the corner of his eye. “Nonsense! I’m not a sore loser. I’ll keep my promise to Josie. She’s always welcome to join our experiments!”