Hearing Jiang Chen agree, Lin Bingrui's voice filled with joy.

That Jiang Chen had agreed meant he hadn't taken offense at Lin Bingrui's disrespect from two days ago. Although the money had been sent to Jiang Chen, he hadn't responded, leaving Lin Bingrui anxious. Now, at last, he could relax.

Jiang Chen shook his head and said, "No need, I'll head over directly in the evening."

"Alright, then I'll have Zhi Yan wait for you at the entrance!"

"Okay!"

After hanging up the phone, Jiang Chen continued driving towards the clinic.

The afternoon passed quickly, and just as Jiang Chen finished with his consultations, his phone rang again. He took it out and smiled as he answered, "Hello, Gong Lin."

"Jiang Chen, I have an invitation to an antique auction. I can't make it because of some issues, so you go!"

Jiang Chen paused, then chuckled and shook his head, "No need."

"I'll go, sis!"

"Hey, you..." A shout and Gong Lin's voice of resignation came through the receiver, followed by her apologetic voice, "Sorry, Gong Yue grabbed the invitation."

Jiang Chen replied casually, "It's okay, let her go. I'm going to head there directly; the Lin Family invited me."

"Oh, is that so? That's great!"

Gong Lin seemed surprised but didn't ask further.

After hanging up, Jiang Chen informed Su Qingqing and another person, then turned and left the clinic.

Driving to Fuchang Hotel, Jiang Chen parked the car and headed inside.

"Mr. Jiang!" Just as he entered the hotel, a voice called out, and Lin Zhiyan strode towards him.

Knowing that Jiang Chen was coming tonight, Lin Zhiyan had waited directly in the hotel's lobby. Since learning about Jiang Chen's victory over Liang Zhengqi, Lin Zhiyan's impression of Jiang Chen had greatly improved. She had thought of him as arrogant, but all his boasts turned out to be true, which meant he wasn't arrogant; he really was capable. Lin Zhiyan intentionally wanted to get closer to Jiang Chen.

Seeing Lin Zhiyan, Jiang Chen nodded casually and walked towards the elevator, with Lin Zhiyan obediently following by his side.

The elevator reached the sixth floor, and Lin Zhiyan led Jiang Chen to the outer hall of the banquet room, softly explaining, "Mr. Jiang, the auction is being held in the inner hall. It's not time yet, so let's eat something in the outer hall."

Jiang Chen glanced at the outer hall of the banquet room and nodded gently.

The outer hall was set up for a reception, with rows of long tables laden with a variety of pastries, drinks, and other items for the guests attending the auction to help themselves.

Feeling rather hungry, Jiang Chen approached a table of pastries and started to eat.

"Mr. Jiang, I apologize for my past disrespect," Lin Zhiyan said, following Jiang Chen to the table and bowing to him.

"Hmm."

Jiang Chen merely nodded faintly. Lin Zhiyan's face changed, showing a touch of embarrassment.

After thinking for a moment, Lin Zhiyan began to make conversation, "Mr. Jiang, with your excellent medical skills and strong martial arts, how did you learn them?"

"Just learned them like that."

Jiang Chen continued eating pastries, responding casually and indifferently.

Lin Zhiyan's face was increasingly marked with embarrassment. As the esteemed princess of the Lin Family, wherever she went, she was usually surrounded by adoration, like stars around the moon. When had she ever been treated like this?

However, in front of Jiang Chen, Lin Zhiyan really couldn't get angry. In the past, she often got angry with Jiang Chen, but it always ended up being pointless. And if she wanted to be troublesome, she'd only end up with a figuratively swollen face. Moreover, now that she knew of Jiang Chen's capabilities, Lin Zhiyan genuinely wanted to improve her relationship with him.

"Hey! What's the matter with you? How dare you be so dismissive and indifferent to Miss Lin?" Just then, a man suddenly rushed over to the two of them and pushed Jiang Chen, raising his voice in protest.

Jiang Chen, caught off guard, stumbled. His eyebrows furrowed with displeasure as he looked at the thoughtless intruder, while he also felt somewhat surprised by the man's strength.

"Chen Jianlin, what are you doing?" Lin Zhiyan was now angry and glared at the young man as she shouted.

Chen Jianlin glanced at Lin Zhiyan and then back at Jiang Chen, a malicious fire kindling within him.

He was an admirer and persistent suitor of Lin Zhiyan. Ever since she entered the hall, he had been paying close attention to her. He had intended to approach her, but because Jiang Chen was at her side, he didn't act and just kept watching.

But what he didn't expect to see was Lin Zhiyan seemingly trying to please Jiang Chen, while Jiang Chen remained indifferent and dismissive.

How could he tolerate that? He suddenly surged with anger and rushed over, wanting to display his valor in front of Lin Zhiyan!

But now, after trying to teach this rude kid a lesson for disrespecting Lin Zhiyan, it was he himself who got scolded by her, which infuriated Chen Jianlin, who had never received favorable treatment from Lin Zhiyan!

Why should this shabby youth be so courteously treated by Lin Zhiyan?

Jiang Chen regarded Chen Jianlin lightly and said softly, "How I talk to Lin Zhiyan is none of your business, is it?"

Chen Jianlin's eyes bulged, pointing at Jiang Chen, his voice icy, "You know who I am, kid? If it weren't for this place, I'd have dealt with you by now. I'm telling you, don't let me see you outside, or I'll beat you up every time I do!"

"What's going on?"

"Is Chen Jianlin teaching a love rival a lesson?"

"Chen Jianlin? The major heir from the Chen Family who served in the special forces?"

"That's right, it's him. That kid's going to be unlucky, daring to get close to Miss Lin in front of Chen Jianlin, he's sure to be resented by him!"

The bystanders, noticing the conflict between Chen Jianlin and Jiang Chen, began discussing among themselves.

Among the crowd, Gong Yue, who had come to the auction, saw Jiang Chen being troubled and instantly revealed a look of delight on her face.

Beside Gong Yue stood Li Hao, who had been previously crushed by Jiang Chen. Seeing Chen Jianlin giving Jiang Chen trouble brought him to life, and he whispered to Gong Yue, "Just watch, Jiang Chen can only act tough with us. If he faces Chen Jianlin, he won't be able to withstand even a single move. Chen Jianlin comes from the special forces; he's really formidable!"

"I really hope they fight! I want that Jiang Chen to take a good beating, to tone down his arrogance! But… this isn't the place for a fight, unfortunately," Gong Yue said with a hint of regret on her face.

Li Hao nodded in agreement, "Yes, that kid got lucky!"

Jiang Chen ignored the discussions around him, looked up at Chen Jianlin with a sneer, and replied, "Fight me every time you see me? Haha, sure! As long as you're not afraid of dying, feel free to try!"

"You…" Chen Jianlin's face changed, glaring furiously at Jiang Chen.

"Chen Jianlin! What do you think you're doing? Get away from me this instant!" Lin Zhiyan was truly furious. She wanted to build a good relationship with Jiang Chen, but now, because of her, Jiang Chen was being targeted. That was unacceptable. What if Jiang Chen blamed her?

Seeing Lin Zhiyan angry, Chen Jianlin sulkily touched his nose, pointed at Jiang Chen with a raised hand, and spat out angrily, "Just you wait!"

After throwing down those threatening words, Chen Jianlin turned and walked away. Lin Zhiyan, too embarrassed to stay beside Jiang Chen, also turned and left to find Lin Bingrui.

Gong Yue, seeing that Jiang Chen and the man didn't actually fight, felt a bit disappointed. When she noticed Lin Zhiyan walking away, she quickly turned her eyes, stepping towards Chen Jianlin.

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