Qiu Qing thought for a moment and then said, "Actually, there's another important reason why I arranged for Xiao Qian to go elsewhere. I wanted to keep her away from Mr. Ling."

Everyone was shocked when Qiu Qing finished speaking. They all turned to look at Ling Zhenfei. To be honest, Ling Zhenfei was also slightly surprised; he really didn't expect Qiu Qing to talk about him.

Qiu Qing saw everyone's reactions and continued, "Yes, I want Xiao Qian to stay away from Mr. Ling. Believe me, everyone in the Qiu family has witnessed how Xiao Qian behaves around Mr. Ling. Now when they meet, she rushes into his arms. What kind of behavior is that?"

Ling Zhenfei remained silent, listening carefully. Even if he were to speak now, he didn't know what to say.

"Our Xiao Qian isn't that kind of child. She has been learning the rules of conduct since she was little and is a model lady. Now, seeing her rush into Mr. Ling's arms, it can only be said that she is attracted to him and has feelings for him."

After Qiu Qing finished speaking, Old Master Qiu said, "If Xiao Qian has feelings for Zhenfei, isn't that a good thing? They are of similar age, and Zhenfei is a promising child. Do you dislike Zhenfei and not want him as your son-in-law?"

Qiu Qing hurriedly waved his hand and said, "Father, there are some things you don't understand. Of course, I like Mr. Ling very much. If he could be my son-in-law, I would be delighted. But I think, even if Xiao Qian made her feelings clear, the first person to oppose it would be Mr. Ling, right?"

Everyone turned their eyes to Ling Zhenfei, making him feel unsure of what to do. If he had known something like this would happen today, he wouldn't have come. This was indeed a bit awkward.

Old Master Qiu looked at Ling Zhenfei with some disbelief, "Zhenfei, tell an old man the truth. Do you want to be the Qiu family's son-in-law? Do you like Xiao Qian?"

Ling Zhenfei really wanted to find a hole to crawl into. No matter how one answered such a question, no one would be satisfied. Unless he said, "I like Xiao Qian and very much want to be the Qiu family's son-in-law," everyone would be happy. But Ling Zhenfei couldn't say that.

Xiao Qian was indeed a good girl. Raised in a cultured environment, she was kind-hearted and well-mannered, and she was devoted to Ling Zhenfei. Of course, Ling Zhenfei was very aware of Xiao Qian's feelings for him. But if their feelings were to go further, he really couldn't agree.

They hadn't interacted much, and in many aspects, weren't well understood by each other. As for whether they'd be suitable after marriage, who could say? Besides, it's not just Xiao Qian who has feelings for him. How could he choose Xiao Qian?

In his home village, there was He Lingxiu. In the city, there was Yang Zixuan. Abroad, there was Lin Yuluo. And then, there was Bai Ling, who had made him promise not to marry someone else. If she heard he was engaged or married to someone else, her temper would flare up, and she might wreak havoc.

"I'm sorry, Old Master Qiu. Thank you for your kindness. Xiao Qian is a good girl, and I like her very much. I'm aware of her feelings toward me. But I am somewhat fickle and have no plans to marry at such a young age, so I can't promise you anything. Uncle Qiu's decision is the right one."

Ling Zhenfei spoke from the heart. He said what he truly felt and didn't hide much. Admitting himself to be fickle was not an easy thing to do.

After Ling Zhenfei finished speaking, silence fell over the room. The atmosphere became somewhat awkward.

"Thank you, Mr. Ling, for your honesty. I understand your concerns, and as a father, who wouldn't want their child to have a good future? Your reputation is too big, and there are too many pretty girls around you. But I don't want Xiao Qian to be just another one of them."

Ling Zhenfei nodded and said, "I fully understand and support Uncle Qiu's decision."

Old Master Qiu coughed to interrupt their conversation and said, "Young people's affairs should be decided by themselves. Xiao Qian is a smart girl, and maybe her thoughts aren't as simple as we think. Let's leave the future to time."

Old Master Qiu looked at Ling Zhenfei with a smile and said, "To be honest, I really like you. If you could be the Qiu family's son-in-law, that would be wonderful. Let's leave everything to fate."

Ling Zhenfei nodded without speaking, his thoughts in turmoil. Thinking about the girls around him, he didn't know what to do. How could he not know the feelings some girls had for him? But how to get along with them was a problem.

Thinking about these issues made Ling Zhenfei think of Liu Bingying. The most comforting person was Liu Bingying. Maybe she had thought about these issues long ago, so she didn't ask for a formal relationship. Looking back, Liu Bingying, without asking for formal recognition, was the most suitable person.

At this moment, Xiao Qian walked over from afar, quickly running to Ling Zhenfei's side, and said to everyone, "The dishes in the kitchen are ready. There's my favorite stir-fried shrimp."

After saying that, she noticed the somber expressions around her and curiously asked, "What's wrong with you all? I was gone just for a while, and it feels like everyone has something on their mind."

Ling Zhenfei turned to Qiu Qing and said, "I wish to tell you some not-so-good news."

"What news?" Xiao Qian asked curiously.

"Well, I just checked Uncle Qiu's legs. His legs are indeed not seriously injured anymore, but because it's been so long, his muscles haven't adapted, so he still doesn't have much strength. Recovery might be a bit troublesome."

Ling Zhenfei took the initiative to lie, which relaxed Qiu Qing's expression. If Ling Zhenfei had told Xiao Qian everything, it would have been a total loss.

"Yes, Xiao Qian, it looks like you'll need to stay at the company alone a bit longer. Mr. Ling said he still needs to give me rehabilitation treatments, and the company cannot be left unattended. Now, it all depends on you."

Xiao Qian said in surprise, "How can this be? Dad, I'm afraid I might not manage well."

Qiu Qing said with certainty, "You are my daughter. I know your abilities. You can definitely do everything well. You need to prove it to everyone."

Ling Zhenfei also chimed in, "Yes, we all believe in you. I will do my best to treat Uncle Qiu. It really won't take long."

Xiao Qian reluctantly nodded and said, "Alright, Divine Doctor Brother, I'm counting on you. Please heal my dad soon, and make time to visit me."

Ling Zhenfei nodded and said, "No problem. I will definitely visit you."

Everyone took turns encouraging Xiao Qian. Under their almost brainwashing reassurances, she finally felt confident, as if the workplace was just like playing a game—very easy. Little did she realize it was a pitfall.

After dinner, Xiao Qian packed her things and prepared to take the plane. Ling Zhenfei had come to see Xiao Qian off, so he went with the Qiu family to send her off.

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