136: Chapter 136 Congratulations on your successful match!

"Fire, burning once again!"

"This time, it will rid the people of the World of the agony of cancer..." Xu Tian paused slightly, then his voice immediately rose, "Today, Third-Party Biotechnology brings twenty types of 'New Chapter of Life' series gene-targeted drugs!"

"And we promise that within this year, our expert team will solve all known cancers!"

Meanwhile, the giant screen above Xu Tian clearly listed the names of the twenty drugs and their corresponding major cancer types.

"Wow—!"

The moment his voice fell, it was as if a bombshell had been dropped into the venue; the entire hall erupted in an uproar, and countless flashbulbs flickered.

This was not only seven more than expected, but Third-Party Biotechnology had also publicly declared that they would solve all known cancers this year!

The representatives of other pharmaceutical companies sitting in the audience had bitter expressions; this was the cruelty of the industry—a few short sentences had rendered their decades of effort futile.

What Xu Tian did not know was that after he finished speaking, mainstream live-streaming websites around the World were instantly flooded with countless bullet comments.

[Holy crap, twenty types?!] [Am I crazy or is the World crazy?] [Solve all cancers within this year???] [The streamer is crazy, reported.] [This bragging is making my scalp numb.] [Already screenshotted, waiting for the slap in the face.] [Only an idiot would believe this; whoever believes it is doomed.] [Trash company, probably scamming for investment.] [6666666666] [Wait, this seems to be the real official stream.] [Urine test! Must do a urine test!] [Witnessing history, family.] [Hurry, wake me up, am I dreaming?] [Keyboard warriors, shut up, this is a real big shot.] [Tears are falling, someone in my family was just diagnosed.] ...

After some introductions, the press conference entered the Q&A session. All the reporters in the front raised their arms frantically. Xu Tian picked one out, with difficulty pointing to a male reporter who was almost jumping up.

This male reporter was very excited, his voice trembling slightly: "Sir, please forgive my directness. The first question I am most concerned about is the price. For such groundbreaking drugs, what is the pricing strategy? How will you ensure that ordinary patients can afford them?"

Xu Tian said calmly:

"The original intention of establishing Third-Party Biotechnology is to rewrite the fate of humanity, not to set a threshold of wealth. Regarding the price of the 'New Chapter of Life' series of drugs, I can solemnly announce here that the drug prices will be lower than the average price of current mainstream treatment methods, depending on specific regional policies."

"To allow as many patients as possible to benefit."

Applause erupted from the audience. For those cancer patients, this was incredible news; if it were sky-high priced medicine they couldn't afford, it would undoubtedly be another form of torture.

The second reporter called upon immediately asked: "Mr. Xu, what are the specific approval and launch plans? As everyone knows, the new drug approval process is long and rigorous."

"Good question," Xu Tian nodded, "Based on our extremely sufficient and convincing clinical data packages, we have already submitted certification applications to major global drug regulatory agencies, including the FDA, EMA, and the Central Continent Drug Administration."

Xu Tian smiled and continued: "I know many patients have traveled far and wide to come to Switzerland. Here, I have some good news to share with everyone: the Switzerland government has opened a green channel for Third-Party Technology, and as of this moment, the drugs have been fully launched in Switzerland."

"..."

The press conference continued, but the patients and families who received the news could no longer sit calmly in front of their screens.

The news spread like wildfire. Through mobile phones and social networks, it instantly ignited the hope of all patient groups watching the press conference. In an instant, Switzerland became a holy land in the eyes of cancer patients worldwide.

At this moment, Pablo Lopez, who had already arrived in Switzerland, felt his heart leap, and he thought to himself:

"This is truly a humane and warm-hearted company."

Pablo was a wandering singer from Mexico. A week ago, he had just earned enough money to buy three boxes of tacos by singing "Cielito Lindo" on the street when he received his medical report.

He had actually been diagnosed with late-stage testicular cancer!

Damn it, Pablo cursed at the time. He should have known that his two balls getting bigger wasn't a good thing, and it didn't mean his ability had gotten stronger.

The oblivious Pablo had even bragged about it to his girlfriend, feeling smug for a long time.

It just so happened that rumors of a breakthrough cancer therapy from this company in Switzerland were circulating. Holding a "dead horse as a living horse" mentality, Pablo took all his savings, bought the cheapest plane ticket, and traveled all the way to Basel.

Compared to Mexico, this place was more reliable.

Pablo arrived alone at the Basel University Hospital. According to the news, this was also a hospital that had partnered with Third-Party Technology.

At this moment, many pale-faced cancer patients had already flooded in; the lobby of the Basel University Hospital now seemed like a miniature version of the United Nations.

People of different skin colors and various attire crowded the spacious area, but what they all had in common was an eager and expectant expression on their faces.

But clearly, this large hospital was well-prepared. To the hospital, these patients were walking wads of cash, and they wished more would come.

"Please present your passport or identification documents,"

The lady at the reception desk spoke quickly but with a gentle attitude, recording information rapidly on her computer screen. Pablo hurriedly handed over his crumpled Mexican passport.

"Mr. Pablo Lopez, from Mexico, is that correct? May I ask what type of cancer you have been diagnosed with?"

"Testicular cancer..." When Pablo said this word into his phone translator, his heart still gave a tug.

"Alright, Mr. Lopez. After paying the fees, please proceed to your ward. A Doctor will diagnose you again."

After spending nearly 2,000 Swiss Francs, Pablo was finally diagnosed with late-stage testicular cancer again by a Doctor here. The only thing that comforted Pablo was that the genetic testing here was free, supposedly due to the cooperation agreement with that company.

A sense of gratitude grew in Pablo's heart; compared to these hospitals that only cared about money, this company was far more conscientious.

Not long after, a Doctor wearing a white coat with a somewhat formulaic expression told Pablo about the treatment plan.

"Mr. Lopez, congratulations, you have successfully matched."

The Doctor looked at the tablet in his hand, "Based on your condition and the matching plan, we have developed the most effective three-phase comprehensive treatment plan for you."

"The cost for the first phase is 10,000 Swiss Francs..."