The person spreading this news has bad intentions—this was Lin Jie's first reaction upon hearing the news.

As a complex cranial tumor surgery, if the tumor is removed smoothly and the patient comes out of the operating room alive, it's considered a success.

As for unexpected postoperative damage, even the few outstanding neurosurgeons recognized worldwide dare not guarantee its complete avoidance.

As someone somewhat in the industry, An Kexin understood the situation of the surgery, thought for a moment, and continued, "Securing Mr. Tan's surgery has given Dr. Hu Yuanqing the title of the top neurosurgeon in Binhai, which surely some people find hard to accept."

"I've also heard that the competition for the director's position between Dr. Hu Yuanqing and Dr. Hu Xinyi is getting fiercer. Now, Dr. Hu Yuanqing is beset with internal and external troubles!"

Lin Jie snorted disdainfully, "Not attracting jealousy is a sign of mediocrity. Moreover, industry doctors understand what this surgery entails, and it won't greatly affect Hu Yuanqing."

"At most, it will only influence some patients' choices, but at Hu Yuanqing's level, he doesn't lack patients."

An Kexin nodded in agreement, "That's true; given the complexity of cranial surgery, a chief surgeon can schedule at most two surgeries a week. Doctors with a reputation never lack patients queuing up."

At this point, An Kexin had some doubts.

She was in charge of sales, skilled at observing and listening between the lines—basic skills—and Lin Jie referred to Hu Yuanqing directly, lacking the due reverence.

This behavior did not match the information she received about Lin Jie being Hu Yuanqing's assistant.

An Kexin pondered for a moment and tentatively asked, "Some senior doctors command their assistants and trainee doctors with authority, ordering them around. Has Dr. Hu ever been affected by this matter and scolded you?"

Lin Jie replied casually, "Not at all, we don't see each other often unless he needs something from me."

An Kexin was momentarily surprised, but it quickly disappeared.

Just then, An Kemeng's voice came, "Sister, there's an outfit here that's perfect for you. I think you'll look great in it; hurry over to try it on."

An Kexin had learned what she wanted to know and took the opportunity to excuse herself, walking toward An Kemeng.

Soon, Li Ting, along with her cousin Zhou Ke, came to congratulate him.

Li Ting pushed Zhou Ke into the store, saying, "Cousin, you never save money anyway. You'll buy clothes somewhere—why not support my classmate's business?"

Zhou Ke nodded proudly, "I'm not an outsider to Lin Jie. As long as the designs in his store are good, I'll certainly support him."

"Unfortunately, Tingting, these are all fashion items. Even if you wanted to support us, you can't."

Li Ting ignored her jabs and retorted, "Cousin, you'll be shocked in half a year! Hurry, go pick some outfits, remember to pick several sets."

Pushing Zhou Ke away, Li Ting cheerfully looked at Lin Jie and said, "We've got summer vacation now, so I can strictly follow my weight loss plan, and you can also speed up your study plan."

Lin Jie smiled, gently advising, "You must take it easy. Don't overdo the diet or use extreme methods—they're harmful to your body. Don't end up with a slim figure but ruining your health."

"Don't worry; with my parents watching, nothing will go wrong."

Li Ting waved her hand carelessly and then asked, "Have you finished the traditional medicine? How does it feel?"

"My grandfather is an experienced traditional Chinese medicine doctor. He said with your situation, your body must be very weak, and it will take at least two to three years to recover."

"For the subsequent tonics, Grandfather said it will take another two months. After you have fully absorbed the effects of this course, he will take your pulse again before prescribing more."

Lin Jie restrained his casualness and said gravely, "Li Ting, thank you!"

His gratitude was sincere, knowing that Zhou Xuehui is Li Ting's mother. He understood that the traditional medicine was actually gratitude for identifying Li Ting's condition.

The packs of herbal medicine had indeed been significantly effective.

Lin Jie felt much stronger physically.

Previously, after working out in the gym for one or two hours, he would feel very weak, but after taking some herbal medicine, even after intense workouts, he only felt tired but not weak to the point of discomfort.

Most importantly, the herbal medicine had a more pronounced effect on Lin Miao.

Now, Lin Miao's complexion no longer had the previous grayness and dullness, but her cheeks were rosy, exuding an aura of health from inside out.

Lin Jie didn't understand the theories of traditional Chinese medicine, but he understood some basic principles.

Over the years, Lin Miao had been under a lot of pressure and worries, and her body was definitely very weak.

Such a body had barely been supported by sheer willpower.

But now, as Lin Jie's body unexpectedly improved, the situation at home also got somewhat better, and Lin Miao naturally let go of that will!

In such circumstances, even a small cold could easily topple Lin Miao's health completely!

Fortunately, the herbal medicine acted like timely rain from heaven, immediately repairing Lin Miao's riddled body with holes.

The improvement in Lin Miao's health was something Lin Jie could truly see, which made him genuinely grateful to Li Ting.

Although he was the cause of this, with the effect being quite positive, it was a reward for being a good person. However, as this good fortune acted on Lin Miao, he felt it necessary to thank Li Ting.

Li Ting's face turned slightly stern, "I'm not happy if you say that!"

"If it weren't for you, I might have spent the rest of my life like that, perhaps dying young due to heart disease, diabetes from obesity, or even suffering from depression and committing suicide."

"So, the herbal medicine and helping you with your studies are not enough to express my gratitude! Rest assured, I'll do whatever it takes to get you into Binhai University, even if it means working tirelessly."

Lin Jie chuckled, choosing not to debate further with Li Ting. Having an old classmate like her was indeed great.

An Kexin selected three outfits for herself, and An Kemeng picked five, spending nearly forty thousand yuan in total, before they left.

Zhou Ke also spent over five thousand yuan, buying two outfits for herself.

By noon, Luo Shanshan also came to support the store, purchasing four outfits.

This made Zhang Xiaoxiao beam with joy, "Little Lin, you understand now, don't you? This is the difference in social circles."

"The friends I know and the people you've interacted with before have deep relationships. In an urgent or special situation, they'd surely help generously. But in this kind of ordinary scenario, they wouldn't bother with us."

"Yet the few people you're associating with now throw around tens of thousands without even feeling it."

"Well, keep the opening gift from Miss An yourself. Anyway, if you need to repay favors in the future, it's your business. Even if I wanted to reciprocate, they wouldn't acknowledge me."

Lin Jie just smiled, putting away the large envelope containing fifty thousand yuan.

"Dr. Lin, hello!"

"Dr. Lin!"

It was the second time hearing this voice that Lin Jie realized it was directed at him.

He turned around and saw a young, beautiful girl, Yang Leyi, whom he had met in Mr. Tan's villa.

"Hello, Yang Leyi!"

Lin Jie responded politely, surprised to see that Yang Leyi came to support him even after only having met once.

"I didn't expect Dr. Lin to actually remember me!"

Yang Leyi, a bit excited, earnestly pleaded, "Dr. Lin, I came to you because I have no other option. Please help me!"

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