"Brother, the publisher sent you the copies of your new book."

Close to four in the afternoon, Lin Jie, following Lin Miao who came to deliver the news, walked out of the study and into the first-floor living room, where he saw the packages of books wrapped in kraft paper stacked in the living room.

He met with Chu Jing from Binhai University Press, as well as Tian Xiangyu, Xiao Ganghao, and others who participated in the free clinic.

"Expert Lin, here are one hundred sets of volumes six to ten, and also one hundred sets of the English version covering volumes one to ten."

Chu Jing explained, "Since this time we prepared quite thoroughly, the first print run of twenty thousand sets of the last five volumes has already been widely distributed."

"It's expected that by Monday, apart from hospitals and medical colleges with bulk orders, major professional bookstores nationwide will also have them available for sale simultaneously."

Lin Jie responded with a hum, and casually tore open a package to pull out a book for a quick flip-through.

Judging by the paper and printing quality, it should be on par with, if not better than, the previous five volumes, which satisfied Lin Jie quite a bit.

"Expert Lin, the publisher wants to hold another book signing event, what do you think?"

Not wanting to endure the wrist pain from signing again, Lin Jie directly refused, "Better not, it's the end of the year, there's lots to do; I have important surgeries at hand, I can't spare the time at the moment."

"Okay, I'll relay your opinion to the director." Chu Jing did not persist further.

The main reason is that this isn't a fan economy; this series of books belongs to a professional medical series. Those who need it will naturally buy, and no amount of promotion will influence those who don't.

An author's book signing doesn't significantly impact the sales of these books.

With the books delivered, Chu Jing didn't stay long and took her leave.

Lin Jie politely escorted Chu Jing out and returned to look at Tian Xiangyu, Xiao Ganghao, Guo Peng, He Yimin, and others, asking, "Has the free clinic concluded smoothly?"

"Teacher, it has all been completed."

Representing the group, Tian Xiangyu reported, "The seven of us have conducted health checks on over two hundred people and provided health consultation services for over one hundred and fifty, suggesting fourteen people go to hospital for further detailed examination."

Lin Jie noncommittally asked, "Did you find anything notable?"

Tian Xiangyu, Guo Peng, and others exchanged a few glances, with Tian Xiangyu speaking first, "From the cases consultants came to us with and the diseases we diagnosed, most are related to cardiovascular issues, hypertension, diabetes, and such."

"This should relate somewhat to the high income level of the residents of the building."

Zhao Fang also added, "Teacher, today we examined over a dozen children; most are overweight, and a few clearly lack some trace elements."

"This is likely due to parents' indulgence without principles and children's severe picky eating habits."

Lin Jie said softly, "As doctors, treating illnesses and saving lives is our duty, as is publicizing health and medical knowledge."

Saying this stirred his thoughts, and he elaborated further.

"Beyond this, occasionally going deeper into communities to investigate residents' health status is also necessary to grasp trends."

"Residents' dietary habits, lifestyle habits, and work environments are gradually changing, leading to continual changes in their illnesses as well."

"As doctors, it's important for us to anticipate these changes as much as possible and prepare accordingly."

Lin Jie glanced at the attentively listening Song Licheng, He Yimin, and the others, slowly saying, "You might think what I'm saying is vague."

"Consider how the state of our country's medical affairs was thirty years ago?"

"At that time, various parasite-induced illnesses accounted for a significant proportion of cases among patients."

"And now, I don't even need to say, you all know..."

Lin Jie mused, "Then let me ask you this, what about thirty years from now?"

"Can you imagine what the state of medical affairs will be like thirty years hence, with the advancement of medical technology?"

Seeing some lost in thought and others perplexed among Tian Xiangyu, Song Licheng, Wei Hongyang, and others, Lin Jie said seriously, "By then, you'll be around sixty years old, and logically speaking, you should each be significant figures in your respective fields."

"But, I'm sure, your developments will be uneven; some will achieve more than others."

"Taking a look thirty years ahead might be difficult for us to achieve, but we can envision ten years ahead, five years ahead, even just one year ahead…"

"By always thinking one step ahead of others, preparing in advance, you can outpace others in your development."

"Thank you for the teachings, Teacher!" echoed Tian Xiangyu, Song Licheng, Zhao Fang, and others irregularly.

Lin Jie smiled and said, "Let's put it this way, I merely spoke from the heart."

"When it comes to 'looking ten steps ahead and moving one step,' I might not do as well as you guys can, let's work hard together."

At this point, pointing to the packages of books in front of him, he instructed, "Each of you keep a set, there's also the English version; remember to take sets for Fang Huanru and Lu Xiaoyu as well."

"Move the remaining books to the study for me."

"Yes, Teacher!"

Under Lin Jie's guidance, the seven free helpers quickly moved the packs of books to the corner of the study and stacked them up.

Zhao Fang handed a few books over, chuckling, "Teacher, could you sign these? I will treasure this signed set as a family heirloom."

Lin Jie sat down behind the desk, took a pen from the pen holder, and said, "You all know my handwriting has no artistic value."

"The key to handwriting is not whether it's beautiful, but who's writing it."

Tian Xiangyu flattered, "Teacher, you're destined to be remembered in medical history. Years from now, one of your signatures might fetch a high price at auction."

Lin Jie glanced at Tian Xiangyu with disdain, opened the book's flyleaf, and began to sign his name.

For his students, he wouldn't use the nearly illegible prescription handwriting, but rather signed in his naturally messy handwriting, seriously.

Zhao Fang, however, wasn't satisfied and requested, "Teacher, please sign once more in your self-created prescription style."

"Your style is pretty cool, with a mysterious beauty like clouds shrouded in fog."

Tch, can't understand it, yet they call it artistic.

Lin Jie fulfilled her wish by scribbling a few symbols.

As he signed for them, Lin Jie casually asked, "By the way, any new updates about Lin Xiaoxiao?"

"There's news."

Tian Xiangyu replied, "A few days ago, we received a skull CT scan and body examination data. The CT scan showed that the brain is functioning normally without any suspicious adverse symptoms."

"Also, Lin Xiaoxiao has entered a rapid growth phase, having grown nearly three centimeters taller."

Lin Jie nodded and asked, "What about the monkey?"

Xiao Ganghao quickly replied, "It's doing well, everything is normal."

As soon as he said this, Guo Peng laughed and exposed him: "Teacher, the experimental monkey raised by Senior Brother Xiao has gotten so fat it's unbelievable."

Lin Jie stopped signing, looked up at Xiao Ganghao, and asked, "What's going on? Did you really treat that experimental monkey like a pet?"

Xiao Ganghao blushed and apologized, "I'm sorry, Teacher."

"My mother really likes that experimental monkey and feeds it when I'm not home."

"I'll have a good talk with her, explain the consequences, and get the monkey's weight back to normal soon."

Lin Jie snorted, continued signing, and casually added, "I heard you guys received plenty of friend requests from good-looking people today?"

Guo Peng said loudly, "Teacher, a few girls did ask to add my WeChat, but I rejected all of them."

"I don't even have enough time for studying right now, let alone for romantic outings."

"I'll wait until I've succeeded in my career to think about dating."

His high-profile statement made the others fall silent.

Lin Jie chuckled and said to Guo Peng, "Ambitious, I'll wait for that day you succeed."

He looked at Song Licheng and Wei Hongyang, smiling, "Now you've got one less tough competitor. If you see a pretty girl today, make sure to reach out."

Lin Jie turned to Zhao Fang and He Yimin, "The same goes for you two; if you like a handsome guy, don't hold back."

He Yimin blushed slightly and said, "Teacher, I'm like Guo Peng, not thinking about it right now."

Lin Jie lightly responded, "That's your choice, I won't interfere."

"However, I can remind you all."

"From now until Anlin Hospital opens, your time is relatively more flexible. Once the hospital opens, you'll be busy again."

"If you have thoughts, act during these months."

Tian Xiangyu, Zhao Fang, and the others responded in unison.

"Teacher Lin, I wanted to ask..."

He Yimin bravely inquired, "About the training for Gao Yanhong, Huo Guangheng, Guo Peng, and me, do you have any plans, and have you communicated with our superiors?"

Thinking of their military backgrounds, Lin Jie pondered for a moment and said, "Regarding your training and future plans, I haven't communicated with your leaders yet."

"However, in my opinion, you should ideally stay under my guidance for another one to two years, focusing on medical practice."

"Of course, it depends on your willingness and your leaders' consent."

He Yimin urgently said, "Teacher, I'm willing to continue learning with you, for as long as it takes."

Guo Peng also stated, "Teacher, learning with you made me realize how narrow my previous views were. I'm 100% willing to continue receiving your instruction."

Lin Jie smiled and said, "I also hope you can stay, and I'll communicate with your leaders..."

Just then, Lin Jie's phone rang; it was a call from An Weize.

"Ajie, the free clinic here is finished. I have news for you."

"A young man who recently had a health check with normal results had a problem identified with just a gentle press by your student."

"He's now been preliminarily diagnosed with early-stage kidney cancer in the hospital."

"Ajie, you've really taught your students well..."

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