Du Zhuo: "O.o?"
Since the person of principle has spoken, in principle, the principle is correct.
As Lin Li anticipated, when Du Zhuo didn't firmly refuse, he was already somewhat tempted.
Du Zhuo's thoughts were indeed as Lin Li said, some things on the scales outweigh Bao Wei, but if you don't weigh them, it's fine, right?
Unwilling to accept immediately, firstly because the benefits do not match the risks, and secondly because he's unclear about Lin Li's level and cannot determine the risks.
"But kid... is this necessary? Spending so much money on data that's not even necessary for oral presentation, is your report budget that generous?"
Although tempted, Du Zhuo hesitantly asked,
"Will your experiment budget be enough by then..."
Lin Li chuckled, understanding the real meaning behind Du Zhuo's words, which wasn't about the budget, but his own wallet. So he laughed boldly:
"Sir, my balance is eight figures."
Du Zhuo: "(;☉_☉)!!"
