"The Xie Family! So it's the Xie Family from the Capital City!"

Lin Jie did not answer the young woman's inquiry but muttered to himself as he returned to his room.

This was a single room similar to a hotel, very simply furnished, with only a double bed, two armchairs, a wall-mounted TV, and a private bathroom for washing.

He touched his chest and was surprised to find that upon suddenly learning this news, his emotions were unexpectedly calm, and his heart rate didn't increase much.

Perhaps it was because he never had any expectations for this person in the first place.

"The Xie Family of the Capital City, the Xie Family of the Capital...you walk your sunny path, I cross my single-log bridge, may our paths never cross again in this life!" Lin Jie, who had already made up his mind, quickly set the matter aside.

Just as he was about to freshen up and rest, there was a gentle knock on the door. Opening it, he saw it was Old Man Fu.

Old Man Fu entered the room, sat directly on the edge of the bed, and explained, "Old Qian took good care of me in the past. Upon hearing that his condition was severe, I rushed over as soon as I could."

"As soon as I arrived here, someone inquired about your situation. Only then did I realize that Professor Tian had already recommended you, so I took the opportunity to put in a good word for you as well!"

"Lin Jie, I did this without your permission, and I ask for your understanding."

Lin Jie quickly said, "Old Man Fu, there's no need for that!"

"As a doctor, healing and saving lives is an unshirkable duty. Moreover, this trip has also resolved my hidden worries and long-standing concerns, so it has been quite rewarding."

Old Man Fu sighed and said, "I was worried that you might have some opinions about the method by which you were invited."

He expressed with much emotion, "Ah...it's a deep-seated national condition. I hope you can understand it to some extent."

Lin Jie chuckled lightly and said, "Old Man Fu, don't forget, I grew up in such an environment."

"I can understand this situation, you needn't worry that I'll have any other thoughts."

"That's great!"

Old Man Fu looked much more relaxed and praised, "The request you made in person was very appropriate. It was within the abilities of the other party, urgently needed by you, and didn't make you appear greedy."

"Honestly, at that moment, I was really worried you might make some unsuitable demands."

Recalling something, he said, "Some people's minds are hard to fathom. They might voluntarily offer you a hundred, but if you only ask for one, it could cause resentment or even disgust."

After saying this, Old Man Fu slowly stood up and said, "I won't disturb your rest anymore! Once it's dawn, if you don't wish to stay longer in the Capital City, you can return to Binhai with me."

"Ah, Old Man Fu, please wait a moment!"

Lin Jie could not hold back his curiosity and asked, "Old Man Fu, do you know the Xie Family from the Capital City?"

"The Xie Family? Which Xie Family?" Old Man Fu asked, puzzled.

Lin Jie suddenly regretted not asking that woman more about this Xie Family's information.

He relayed all the information he knew, "Well, there's a young man named Xie Xingze from that Xie Family. His father has leukemia and underwent a bone marrow transplant a few months ago."

"Oh, you're talking about that Xie Family, I know them!"

Old Man Fu sat down again, chuckled, and said, "This Xie Family is somewhat renowned in the Capital City, one might say..."

He paused for a moment, carefully choosing his words, and said, "Let's put it this way, the Xie Family's genetic lineage is quite strong; whether male or female, they all have good looks."

"Through two or three generations of arranged marriages, the Xie Family has gained considerable familial support. Currently, the Xie Family owns two commercial buildings and a five-star hotel in the Capital City, making them modestly wealthy."

Lin Jie detected the disdain and contempt hidden in Old Man Fu's words, but couldn't help but continue asking, "What about Xie Xingze's father, Old Man Fu, do you know him?"

Old Man Fu frowned slightly, thought for a moment, and said, "I do, but most of the information about him is hearsay, with its truth hard to verify..."

Seeing Lin Jie's inquisitive look, Old Man Fu had to continue, "I'll tell you what I know, but take it with a grain of salt."

"I can't recall his name at the moment."

"It's said that he was a well-known playboy in his youth, causing a stir among many of the Capital City's noble ladies. Some even fought over him, making him the talk of the town."

"However, in the end, he married a young woman from the Liu Family."

"A girl from the Liu Family?"

Lin Jie pursued the question, "Old Man Fu, is this Liu Family the one in the Phoenix Mountain District that co-built a hospital with Limin Hospital?"

Old Man Fu nodded and said, "Yes, that's the Liu Family! The strength of the Liu Family far surpasses that of the Xie Family. The Liu Family marrying off a daughter to the Xie Family could be considered a descent in status..."

At this moment, Lin Jie had connected many dots.

Liu Ruisi and Liu Guangxi from the Liu Family have met him, perhaps recognized him by his appearance, conducted some investigation, and confirmed his blood relation.

Old Man Fu continued, "It's said that the young lady from the Liu Family is very impressive, managing that Xie Family brat very well. Nowadays, she even controls the Xie Family's main business."

"Unfortunately, the young lady from the Liu Family seems to have some health issues and cannot bear children."

"That Xie Xingze's publicly known identity is that of an adopted child by the couple. But according to rumors, he's actually the illegitimate child of the Xie Family brat."

Hearing this, Lin Jie couldn't help but chuckle inwardly.

This guy truly is a genuine playboy, leaving romantic entanglements everywhere he goes.

But it's just as well, for such a scoundrel. Lin Jie felt no guilt in ghosting him and mentally banishing him to the eighteenth level of hell.

"Lin Jie, what makes you interested in the Xie Family?" the old Mr. Fu asked softly.

Lin Jie smiled gently and said calmly, "A young woman just told me that I resemble Xie Xingze from the Xie Family, so I got curious for a moment."

"In the world, there are many people who look alike. Besides, you and he are in different places, one in the Capital City, the other...in Binhai..."

As he spoke, old Mr. Fu remembered Lin Jie's background.

He let out a breath and gently asked, "Lin Jie, do you need my help to investigate this?"

Lin Jie slowly shook his head and said, "Thank you, Mr. Fu, but there's no need!"

"For Miaomiao and me, the hardest days are already behind us."

"They didn't show up when we needed them most! Finding them again now, what's the point?"

"Miaomiao and I are doing well now, and I don't need anyone to disturb this peaceful life."

Old Mr. Fu pondered for a moment and said, "It's good that you've made your decision on this matter. If you need help, even though I'm old, I can still lend a hand..."

In the new environment, and due to his biological clock, Lin Jie woke up at six thirty in the morning even though he'd only rested for three hours.

After getting up and freshening up, Lin Jie went straight to the special care ward where Old Qian was.

At this time, the elderly man was still sound asleep.

Lin Jie glanced at the numbers on the monitoring instruments. Meanwhile, Tian Zhiyuan, who had stayed up all night on duty, quietly entered the ward.

With a tired face, Tian Zhiyuan said softly, "Dr. Lin, after Old Qian woke up, the medical team and I conducted a thorough examination and found no new issues or adverse postoperative effects."

"The surgery was very successful. Here is the examination data!"

Lin Jie took the tablet handed over to him, reviewed the latest examination information and said softly, "As of now, the elderly man's recovery is within expectations."

"For the subsequent treatment and recovery, we will focus on conservative care and rehabilitation, so I can leave."

Tian Zhiyuan hesitated for a moment and said, "Um, you should probably inform the chief about this."

Lin Jie understood that this matter required the approval of the middle-aged gentleman.

At seven thirty in the morning, the middle-aged man appeared at the hospital.

Led by Tian Zhiyuan, several doctors gave a detailed explanation of Old Qian's postoperative examination and the subsequent treatment and recovery plan.

After listening, the middle-aged man remained silent and turned his gaze to Lin Jie, who was listening in.

Lin Jie spoke softly, "The experts' medical plan is quite comprehensive, and I can't think of any better additions. Besides, I'm just a surgeon, best at clinical surgery; in other areas, I'm relatively average."

"Alright, everyone has worked hard. Let's proceed with your plan for the subsequent treatment!"

Once the middle-aged man agreed, he said to Lin Jie, "I suppose Dr. Lin hasn't had breakfast yet. Let's eat together."

The breakfast with the middle-aged man, Lin Jie, old Mr. Fu, and Tian Zhiyuan consisted of very ordinary items: tofu buns, oil pastries, millet porridge, hard-boiled eggs, and a few small pickles.

Halfway through breakfast, Lin Jie proposed returning to Binhai,

to which the middle-aged man asked, "Dr. Lin, have you thought about staying in the Capital City?"

"Despite the air pollution, the Capital City far exceeds Binhai in terms of research level, international exchange, and the number of renowned doctors and experts."

"Thank you, Chief, for your regard!"

Fearing he might be forced to stay, Lin Jie stated frankly, "Ever since I was young, I grew up in Binhai and am reluctant to leave there. To be honest, only in Binhai do I feel a sense of belonging and security."

Recalling Lin Jie's background, the middle-aged man did not press further and said, "In that case, I'll make arrangements to send you back to Binhai!"

Old Mr. Fu chimed in, "I also need to return to Binhai. Dr. Lin and I can go back together."

The middle-aged man courteously said, "Then I'll trouble Mr. Fu with that."

After breakfast, Old Qian in the special care ward woke up.

Old Mr. Fu made a point of saying goodbye, and as the hero of the tumor removal, Lin Jie also exchanged a few words with Old Qian.

After leaving the ward, the middle-aged man took a scroll tube from a young person's hand and chuckled, "Grandfather had an acquaintance with Mr. Qi Baishi in his early years and left us several scrolls gifted by Mr. Qi Baishi."

"This is a 'Rain Lotus and Swimming Fish' painting, given to Dr. Lin as a token of our gratitude!"

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