Chapter 2942

"Teacher, please spare me," Yan Xiwan pleaded, her tone sincere. "I really, truly do not want to attend that kind of event."

Professor Feng sighed, looking at her with a mix of amusement and exasperation. "You are a young girl, yet you live like an old man."

Yan Xiwan shook her head gently. "What is the point of these social mixers? At best, it is just for people to get to know each other. We can do that through daily study. That is the first point.

The second point is the hidden meaning: it is for unmarried young men and women to meet, perhaps to form 'revolutionary friendships.' But that has nothing to do with me. I already have Tianyun Gege, such a wonderful fiancé.

Finally, I dislike overly noisy places. I believe such gatherings are a waste of time."

She paused, her expression turning serious. "We are lucky, especially as the first generation to take the college entrance examination. But this does not mean we have achieved our goals. On the contrary, I feel our lives have only just begun."

Her eyes grew deep and thoughtful. "I do not know what others think, but I believe it is not time for celebration. We have just passed through a difficult period, and we have not yet made any contributions to our country or its people."

A faint smile touched her lips. "Teacher, it is not that my thinking is outdated. I simply feel it is not time to relax. I admit not everyone thinks like me, but I do not need to live my life following the crowd. Do you agree, Teacher?"

Professor Feng was surprised by her student’s words. she could not deny that her perspective brought her both satisfaction and emotion. she knew she spoke the truth. Many young people were becoming arrogant after passing the exam.

In his opinion, organizing such social events was a waste of money, time, and life. However, he did not fully understand the mindset of the youth, so he usually suppressed his dissatisfaction. After such heavy years, he thought it was acceptable to let the children have some leisure. He never expected his student to share his views.

Professor Feng patted Yan Xiwan’s head. "You are a good child. If you do not want to go, then do not go."

She paused for a moment. "Others may waste their lives; that is their business. What we must do is not waste our own."

"I understand, Teacher," Yan Xiwan smiled. She knew Professor Feng was like this. Those who studied Western medicine often had a different mindset. It could be described as freedom of thought, or, more harshly, as being out of step with世俗 (secular) norms. But that did not matter to them.

Yan Xiwan pointed to the test tubes in front of her. "Teacher, look. This is the result of my experiments over the past few days."

Professor Feng stepped forward to examine them. His eyes lit up. "You succeeded."

"It is basically a success. Now, we must proceed to clinical trials," Yan Xiwan said seriously.

"Clinical trials are crucial. I will arrange for someone to handle it," Professor Feng said immediately.

Professor Feng reported Yan Xiwan’s research to the higher authorities, who were shocked. No one had expected Yan Xiwan to develop an antibiotic vaccine.

This vaccine was designed to combat specific viruses and infectious diseases.

Consequently, a certain higher unit sent personnel to inspect the matter. The person sent was the Director of the Research Institute.

Upon seeing Yan Xiwan’s experimental reports and results, the Director’s eyes shone. "I have always known you were extraordinary, young lady. I never imagined you would be so capable, producing an antibiotic vaccine."

Yan Xiwan felt a bit shy at the praise. "Yes. Actually, I did this primarily to ensure the people have healthy lives."

The Director examined the data closely, then pointed to a specific set of numbers. "You said clinical trials had not yet begun. Where did this set of data come from?"

"Oh, this is the data after I injected the antibiotic vaccine into my own body," Yan Xiwan explained calmly.

"Xiwan, you actually injected yourself with this vaccine?" Professor Feng was also surprised by Yan Xiwan’s boldness.

Although it was common practice for researchers to test on themselves before reporting externally, it was still risky.

Yan Xiwan smiled slightly. "I have great confidence in my research. Therefore, after success, the first step was to inject white mice. Once I confirmed there were no issues, I injected myself. That is how I obtained this data."

"You are such a bold child," the Director said, speechless but admiring her research attitude.

"In fact, I bet correctly. My research is successful," Yan Xiwan said with a smile.

"Very good," the Director said, patting Yan Xiwan’s shoulder. "As researchers, we must have this spirit. Comrade Yan Xiwan, at such a young age, possesses such a spirit, which is truly admirable."

The Director paused, then asked, "Did you tell Ouyang Tianyun about this?"

Yan Xiwan pursed her lips. "No. Even if I wanted to, I couldn’t find her. she went to the front lines for research. she said she would not be able to contact anyone for about half a year."

The Director rubbed his forehead. "Fortunately, nothing happened to you. Otherwise, I think when Ouyang Tianyun returns, he might smash my institute."

"But I did not conduct the experiment at your institute," Yan Xiwan said, confused.

The Director chuckled. Professor Feng, seeing this, explained, "All our research results must be reported. In the reporting process, the Director and others must inspect and verify them. So, even if there is no direct relationship, there is an indirect connection."

"It’s fine. Tianyun Gege will not cause trouble for you," Yan Xiwan said cheerfully. "Who asked him to go to the front lines without taking me?"

(…Well, this pair are both extraordinary. One went to the front lines for research results, and the other injected herself with the vaccine for research success.)

"Regardless, you must not casually risk your life in the future," the Director warned.

"I will try my best," Yan Xiwan said seriously.

Indeed, for Yan Xiwan, she could only do her best. After all, such matters were not entirely within one’s control, especially for researchers. Sometimes, one was forced by circumstances.

However, this time, the joy outweighed the worry, so the result was very good.

With the data from Yan Xiwan’s self-injection, arranging clinical trials was simple.

Of course, these results would not be announced publicly, especially during this period. Although the national economy was slowly recovering and people were returning to normalcy, there were still those who wanted to cause trouble. They could not bear to see the country’s growth. If they discovered a talent like Yan Xiwan, they would surely try to destroy her.

However, for Yan Xiwan, such things were not a problem. She had ample ability to protect herself.

Naturally, Yan Xiwan did not refuse the protection offered to her. So, if it was not announced publicly, it was not announced. As long as the Heavenly Dao remembered, it was enough.

Yan Xiwan immediately entered a new phase of research.

"You plan to research medicine to prevent women’s diseases?" Professor Feng looked at Yan Xiwan, surprised that she had already started a new project after just finishing one.

Yan Xiwan nodded. "I have had this idea for a long time. In our country, since ancient times, women’s status has not been high. Even in this new society, many places still retain bad customs.

In those places, sons are still considered the most important for continuing the family line, while daughters are treated like grass, and sons like treasures. Women who cannot bear sons are forced to continuously become pregnant and give birth, gradually consuming their lives. Falling ill is considered lucky; some lose their lives at a young age."

Yan Xiwan’s mood grew heavier. "I know that such things happen. The responsibility lies partly with men, but women themselves bear half, or even most, of the responsibility. Some trap themselves with rigid rules, unaware of the advantages of this era. Therefore, I plan to start from the surface, first giving them healthy bodies, and then slowly changing their minds, helping them understand that women are not merely tools for continuing the family line."

Professor Feng was amazed by his student’s grand vision.

"If you choose this path, it will be difficult, because deeply rooted ideas are not easy to change," Professor Feng said, having experienced many storms. The world was truly unfair to women.

But this unfairness was not caused solely by men; many women trapped themselves.

As Yan Xiwan said, many women did not realize the responsibility lay with themselves. They complained about heaven and others, but mostly, they did not understand the true meaning of their lives.

If they could awaken, it would be a good thing, but this path was not easy.

Even though this era constantly shouted about gender equality and that women hold up half the sky, how many truly understood it?

"But Teacher, if no one does this, this phenomenon will never change," Yan Xiwan said, looking seriously at Professor Feng.

Professor Feng understood her meaning. "In that case, go ahead and do it. Your teacher will support you."

Professor Feng had a feeling that if her student truly embarked on this path, she would bring her unexpected surprises in the future.

After receiving her teacher’s support, Yan Xiwan went to find her master, Old Yuan.

Old Yuan supported Yan Xiwan even more, telling her to go ahead and do it without hesitation.