"Really? Since you say so, I'll believe it!"

Though that's what he said, Professor Chen's tone and expression clearly meant something else.

Lin Jie didn't bother to argue and changed the topic, asking a question he was quite concerned about: "Professor Ren and Ren Jianzhong are also attending this gathering. Are your families longtime friends?"

"Oh, not really!"

Professor Chen shook his head and said, "Professor Ren and I are just ordinary colleagues. It's just that Professor Ren has taken a liking to my grandniece, and I found Ren Jianzhong to be quite a talent, so I brought them along to meet today!"

"Ren Jianzhong, he..."

Lin Jie felt an immediate urge to expose Ren Jianzhong's true hypocritical nature, but he held back just as the words reached his lips!

Given his current status and relationship with the An Family, saying such words would not be appropriate and might be seen as sowing discord. Besides, he believed that what he saw as Ren Jianzhong's shortcomings and depravity might be considered strengths in the eyes of others in today's society.

Thinking this, he immediately changed his tone and said, "… he is indeed quite handsome and tall!"

Professor Chen waved it off dismissively and said, "Let's not talk about this anymore. No matter how outstanding he is, it still depends on whether Kexin likes him or not!"

He looked at Lin Jie and said seriously, "I didn't expect you to be the guy who saved Kemeng!"

"Come to think of it, for someone so young to have such advanced intubation skills that even skilled veterans can't match, a medical genius like you is already rare enough; how could there possibly be another one?"

"Lin Jie, thank you!"

Professor Chen said with emotion, "My sister passed away from cancer a few years ago. If anything were to happen to Kemeng, I can't imagine what would become of this family. Alas..."

Changing the topic, he suddenly asked, "Lin Jie, how did you develop these rescue skills?"

"Talent, I guess!" Lin Jie gave a non-committal answer!

Professor Chen nodded in agreement and said, "I never thought I'd meet someone akin to Sheldon Cooper. I always thought it was an exaggeration in the TV show!"

"Lin Jie, if someone suddenly faints, what could be the possible causes?"

This sudden question made Lin Jie pause, but after a brief thought, he answered, "There are numerous reasons why someone might suddenly faint, such as heatstroke, low blood pressure, simple fainting, orthostatic hypotension, gravitational shock, increased intrathoracic pressure, cardiac syncope, poisoning, hypoxia, hypoglycemia, cerebral syncope..."

"…vasovagal syncope, carotid sinus syncope, cough-induced fainting, micturition syncope, fainting due to massive blood or fluid loss, or caused by severe arrhythmia, myocardial infarction, valvular heart disease, cervical spondylosis, cerebral vasospasm, severe hypoxia, hypoglycemia, hysterical episodes, epilepsy, anemia, and so on!"

Professor Chen nodded in satisfaction and praised, "Not bad, not bad! You've listed them very comprehensively. Now, let me ask you, what rescue measures should be taken for these different causes of fainting?"

This question was no ordinary one!

Lin Jie organized some words and, while pondering, replied, "Fainting caused by reasons like poisoning, hypoglycemia, cerebral vasospasm, and hysteria falls under the category of epileptic seizures..."

The old and the young engaged in a question-and-answer game!

Lin Jie's perfect answers, one after another, made Professor Chen increasingly satisfied with Lin Jie, while also filling his heart with deep regret that such an excellent medical talent was snatched away by the Hu Family!

"Uncle..."

With a pouting voice, a blue figure rushed over, snuggled up close to Professor Chen, and tightly hugged his arm.

Lin Jie stopped answering and looked at An Kemeng, who was nestled by Professor Chen's side!

A vine of red rose blossoms sprouted from An Kemeng's left shoulder, winding around her neck and spreading to her right ear, with some tender shoots emerging from her right eyebrow!

A red flower bloomed right at the center of her neck, cleverly covering a piece of breathable gauze, so it wasn't noticeable unless you looked closely!

This rose vine was depicted so vividly that it seemed you could see the petals and branches swaying in the warm breeze, adding a touch of exotic allure to An Kemeng that didn't quite match her age!

"Very beautiful!" Lin Jie praised!

Professor Chen also feigned surprise and said, "Wow, is this still my pure and cute little girl? How did she suddenly become such an alluring beauty?"

"Hehe, I have to thank Brother Jie for coming up with this great idea!"

Revitalized, An Kemeng excitedly exclaimed, "Uncle, Brother Jie, let's go into the hall; the birthday dance party is about to start. I'm going to greet my classmates and friends!"

Watching An Kemeng bounce away, talking and laughing with her peers, Professor Chen suddenly pressed Lin Jie's shoulder and whispered, "Kid, my niece is not bad, right? Isn't she much stronger than that little girl you just chatted with?"

Lin Jie was speechless and exclaimed, "I told you, I thought that girl seemed unwell and wanted to help her..."

"Alright, alright, I understand. I've been your age too!"

Professor Chen, having settled on his own thoughts, patted Lin Jie's shoulder firmly, interrupting him and whispered, "Kemeng listens to what her uncle says. Do you want me to help you out?"

Only then did Lin Jie realize what the old man's true intentions were!

He took a step back and, surveying this seemingly refined and scholarly old man, asked in confusion, "Professor Chen, An Kemeng is your niece, and today is only her sixteenth birthday?"

Professor Chen replied in all seriousness, "In foreign countries, sixteen-year-old girls are already being encouraged by their parents to date!"

"The main thing is that you're really impressive. Not only do you have exceptional medical talent, but your willingness to step up during the last accident, despite potential future troubles, speaks to your trustworthy character."

"If I don't seize the opportunity, I fear that if Kemeng misses out on you, there won't be another chance like you!"

Seeing how highly Professor Chen regarded him, Lin Jie felt a bit smug!

But then he thought about his current situation, sighed, and somewhat dejectedly said, "Professor Chen, your understanding of me is only superficial. Once you know more about my circumstances, you'll regret what you just said."

In between words, they both stepped back into the hall!

Professor Chen noticed that Lin Jie seemed to have unspoken troubles, but with many people in the hall coming to greet him and exchange pleasantries, he had to end his conversation with Lin Jie for the time being!

A few minutes later, wearing a princess tiara and resembling an elven princess, An Kemeng entered the hall surrounded by An Weize, An Kexin, and others!

The music of the birthday song started playing at the same time, and the guests sang along in unison.

At this moment, someone pushed a beautifully crafted six-tier cake, with lit candles, in front of An Kemeng!

After singing the birthday song, the smiling An Kemeng blew out the candles, made a ceremonial cut on the cake, and ignoring the few little handsome guys by her side, ran over to Lin Jie!

"Brother Jie, dance with me!"

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