"You graduated from Donghai University too, can you help me think of a solution?"

"Me?"

Henry Clark was stunned.

In an instant, he recalled the scene from the 1986 version of "Journey to the West," where Benbo'erba was ordered by the Nine-Headed Insect: "Go get rid of Tang Sanzang and his disciples!"

How could I possibly be up to the task!

You bunch of upper-class nobles and business tycoons are still getting the cold shoulder from Professor Yvonne Foster.

I'm just a team leader, a little kid in their eyes—how could I possibly close such a big deal for you?

"I'll ask around."

That was all Henry Clark could say.

Only then did he realize the real reason Grace Harris brought him to this banquet... Maybe she thought that since he and Professor Yvonne Foster were alumni, there might be a chance to make a connection in the future.

But she really overestimated him.

Maybe it was the outstanding performance on the Rhine Cat project that made Grace Harris seriously misunderstand his true abilities.

But that cat was copied from a dream!

Could it be that... he could copy Professor Yvonne Foster's research results from a dream too?

Chapter 13 Samuel Cook

Not long after, the banquet officially began.

The sound of violin chords stopped, and the entire hall fell silent. Everyone stopped chatting and turned to look at the grand staircase in the center of the hall.

They saw Samuel Cook descending the staircase with a smile, raising his wine glass and looking around:

"Welcome, everyone! Today, all the scientific leaders and outstanding business talents are present, truly making this place of mine, Mr. Cook, shine! Hahahahahahaha..."

Thunderous applause erupted in the hall.

Just now, Henry Clark had only seen Samuel Cook's back, which was very burly, and now he finally had the chance to see Samuel Cook's face.

His gaze was sharp, and his square face was marked by striking, well-defined features. In his youth, this face... would definitely have been considered handsome.

Even though Samuel Cook was already over fifty, he was still full of vigor. Though he wore a smile, his commanding presence was enough to make people hold their breath.

When the applause died down, Samuel Cook slowly walked down the staircase and came to the center of the hall.

His voice was loud and full of spirit:

"For so many years, I have always believed that science and technology are the primary productive forces! The life we have today, the prosperity and strength of our motherland, all depend on the development of science and technology! It all depends on the hard work and dedication of scientific researchers!"

"I believe that the development of any industry cannot happen without the support of science and technology. Those scientists who work silently, day and night, are the heroes we should respect and admire the most!"

"People like me, with little learning or talent... have only benefited from the opportunities of the times, and by luck managed to establish myself in Donghai. When it comes to contributions to society and the country, I can't compare to the scientific researchers, not even a little!"

"That's why I'm holding this scientific fundraising banquet today! I hope all you young business talents will pay more attention to the development of scientific research! Let's all contribute our share to the rise of our country's science and technology!"

"I won't say much more—"

Samuel Cook put down his wine glass and raised his right index finger high:

"Shanhe Group! Donates 100 million to the Donghai City Science Development Fund!"

The whole room was in an uproar.

Starting off with 100 million.

President Samuel Cook is really making a grand gesture.

After the initial shock, unprecedented applause broke out, and praise filled the room.

But that wasn't all.

When the applause died down, Samuel Cook picked up the microphone again and said with a smile:

"Just now, I was speaking on behalf of the group, but that doesn't fully express my personal admiration for scientific researchers."

"Now, in my own name! I will donate another 100 million!"

The whole room was in an uproar again!

200 million!

Samuel Cook started off with 200 million!

He instantly pushed the atmosphere in the room to a climax!

All the young entrepreneurs below... were all clapping excitedly, their eyes full of admiration.

It was clear that Samuel Cook's status and prestige in Donghai were top-notch, and he was genuinely respected and admired from the heart.

...

Clap clap clap clap clap clap clap!

The applause went on and on.

Only then did Henry Clark notice that the previously aloof, otherworldly Professor Yvonne Foster... was now also clapping excitedly, his eyes full of admiration.

This really surprised Henry Clark.

"That Professor Yvonne Foster seems to really admire Samuel Cook."

Henry Clark whispered.

Grace Harris smiled and shook her head:

"What man doesn't want to be Samuel Cook?"

"But the reason Professor Foster is giving Samuel Cook so much face is for another reason. What Samuel Cook just said wasn't just empty words—over the years, he has always strongly supported scientific research in the country."

"Investing in research institutes, setting up scholarships, sponsoring poor students, investing in niche research projects, helping overseas Chinese scientists return home... He has really done a lot of practical things for the country's scientific cause. That's why he has such a high reputation and good name in the scientific community—many academicians have publicly praised him."

"For so many years, when Professor Foster's research wasn't making progress... do you know who kept funding him?"

So that's how it was.

Now Henry Clark understood.