An Kexin was overjoyed to hear Lin Jie's response and said, "Thank you, thank you! I know you're willing to take the risk because of my father and me!"

This time, An Kexin was truly moved by Lin Jie.

Accidents can happen anywhere; even catching a cold and going to the hospital for an IV can result in medical mishaps, let alone undergoing high-risk cranial surgery.

Of course, if this secret surgery is successful, it will bring considerable returns. However, if anything goes wrong, the An Family won't come out well, and Lin Jie, who bears the brunt, will face serious implications.

Businessmen never lack a gambling nature. To put it bluntly, this time, the An Family is gambling on Lin Jie's superb medical skills not encountering any mishaps.

"Fortunately, I've been busy with other things, so the operating room remains the same!" An Kexin said with relief.

Lin Jie naturally had his considerations for taking this surgery!

According to An Kexin, that person's family protects the An Family, and Lin Jie can't leave the An Family for now, at least until he sorts out his college issues.

The three parties are tied together on the same chain of interests.

After agreeing to this matter, Lin Jie also needed to warn the An Family not to overdo it, calmly saying, "Once or twice but not three times, dismantle the operating room after this surgery."

An Kexin understood Lin Jie's implication, nodded heavily, and assured, "Lin Jie, this is absolutely the last time, rest assured!"

Lin Jie pondered for a moment and said, "This surgery is relatively simple. We'll still use Yang Jinglong as the anesthetist, and there's no need for a surgical assistant. I'll bring Zhang Daya to act as the surgical nurse."

"For medication and other surgical supplies, prepare another set according to the list I gave you before!"

An Kexin softly said, "I'll contact Yang Jinglong personally, and I'll quickly prepare the surgical supplies. The surgery time might be a bit pressing, expected within the next three to four days."

Lin Jie said calmly, "There's no problem with the timing; I can perform the surgery anytime. Kexin, I have one more condition!"

"What condition, just say it!"

An Kexin wore an expression as if she could pluck stars or the moon for him.

Lin Jie began, "My condition is simple; I will not meet the person or their family. In other words, they do not need to know my exact identity."

An Kexin thought it over and said, "I'll explain it to the other party; there shouldn't be a problem."

With the major aspects decided, Lin Jie let go of the matter, leaving the rest of the preparations to An Kexin.

As she ate small seafood, tossing shells casually into the trash, An Kexin contentedly remarked, "Eating seafood like this is much more comfortable than in a fancy hotel; no need to worry about etiquette or manners."

Lin Jie broke off a crab claw, dipped it in sauce, and said, "If you like it, eat more! Miaomiao and Li Ting have no problem eating 10 pounds of small seafood between them."

An Kexin gave Lin Jie a sideways glance and said, "I can't compare to them. At my age, I can't be reckless; gaining a pound is easy, losing it is hard."

Lin Jie didn't quite understand and said, "Living so meticulously, where's the fun in life? Besides, Kexin, with your current family background and looks, what kind of husband couldn't you find..."

At this point, he felt a pang of dissatisfaction and hidden pain, as if he saw a pig rooting in his own vegetable garden.

Lin Jie warned himself not to be greedy, or he might end up with nothing.

He adjusted his mood and continued, "...what kind of husband couldn't you find? You take such care of yourself, as if afraid you won't be able to get married."

"Hmph, you don't understand us women!"

An Kexin laughed and said, "Who says we dress up and care for ourselves just to impress you men? Can't it be for ourselves?"

"Lin Jie, honestly, every night before I go to bed, looking at myself in the mirror, I tell myself..."

"The woman in the mirror is so beautiful, with such a good figure; she has managed strict self-discipline day after day, taken care of herself, and achieved such rigorous self-management — what else could be difficult for you?"

"Thinking this way, I feel that no matter how difficult the problem, it's not impossible to solve."

An Kexin's outlook left Lin Jie momentarily perplexed, but he didn't dwell on it.

"Hey, how far have you and Li Ting progressed?" An Kexin suddenly asked with a meaningful tone.

From her question, Lin Jie naturally understood what she implied and, a bit embarrassed, replied, "We've just gotten acquainted; it's been so short. Li Ting's never had a boyfriend before."

An Kexin chuckled and said, "I understand, I understand! So, Li Ting's parents don't know about you two yet?"

When "parents" were mentioned, Lin Jie's face fell as he glumly said, "Her parents have sensed something and warned Li Ting to keep her distance from me. To prevent anything, they even considered sending Li Ting abroad for studies."

"Li Ting is currently in a deadlock with her parents over going abroad."

Since yesterday, Lin Jie hadn't been able to reach Li Ting.

No one answered his calls, and his texts went unreplied, giving him a bad feeling.

An Kexin, deep in thought, said, "Li Ting's parents, Zhou Xuehui and Li Zhijian, since they're both at Henglong Plaza, I'm also a member of the Bluebird Gym. I know a bit about their situation."

"Zhou Xuehui is from a prominent family, with the Zhou Family being a renowned name in Chinese medicine in Binhai City."

"And Li Zhijian was just an ordinary guy who made his name through bodybuilding competitions. After opening a gym with his winnings, he ended up getting involved with Zhou Xuehui, who frequently worked out there."

She laughed and said, "I heard the Zhou Family fiercely opposed this love match, only accepting it after Zhou Xuehui got pregnant."

"Lin Jie, this method's pretty good; you might try it!"

Lin Jie rolled his eyes and said, "Stop giving bad advice; Li Ting is still a student! Maybe in three or four years, then it might be okay."

An Kexin needed to go back to contact the other party and prepare the surgical room supplies, so lunch concluded in less than an hour.

As the two were walking into the clinic's yard, Li Ting came jogging out of the clinic building.

Without hesitation, she took Lin Jie's arm and even kissed him on the cheek, laughing, "Hi, Kexin!"

This incredibly childish display of possession made An Kexin both amused and a bit envious.

She maintained her composure and said, "Hello, Li Ting! I came over to discuss work matters with Lin Jie. Now that we've finished, I should be heading back. I'll leave him in your capable hands."

After An Kexin left in her car, Lin Jie asked, "Tingting, has the matter been solved?"

Li Ting nodded vigorously and happily said, "After my indomitable struggle, my parents finally compromised; they've agreed to let us be together."

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