Chapter 217: A Prodigy in the Making (Part 2 of 5)

"So stingy." Department Chief Kong faked a glare at Su Yun then said with a smile, "Publishing in The Lancet often requires names with good reputations and credentials, up to a maximum of 20, I believe. Do you need me to take up one?"

"16 names, and all of them must have a research background. There can only be two first authors. But I don't need to be one," Su Yun retorted confidently.

"Then why are you being so stingy? I want five spots."

"Not possible," Su Yun said dispassionately, his stance suggesting that it was a non-negotiable deal.

Indifferent to the whole matter, Zheng Ren stretched his arms. His eyes were still on the display as if there was something beautiful… as if Xie Yiren was standing there.

"Let's not fight. Join me for dinner, my treat," Department Chief Kong said jovially.

Their hunger had been kept at bay by work. Once that was over, it returned with a vengeance alongside fatigue.