After the Lin and Zhu families formed an alliance, their interactions became much closer.

After this major battle, the business landscape of Dongyang was reshaped. The Lin and Zhu families joined forces to undertake a large-scale project combining pharmaceuticals and real estate.

In the pharmaceutical sector, there's the Zhu family's wealth; in the real estate sector, there's the Lin family's geographical connections; plus Ye Feng's reputation as a "reclusive divine doctor," it's possible to create a high-end health and wellness center covering East China.

If this matter is handled well, the Lin and Zhu families' position in Dongyang will be unshakeable!

Today, in order to finalize the details of this major project, Zhu Wanqing personally visited Lin Yuqing at the Lin Group headquarters to discuss the matter.

Inside the conference room, two of Dongyang's most powerful female business leaders—one beautiful and sharp, the other calm and dignified—sat chatting and laughing, their words dripping with ruthless efficiency and perfect teamwork. The executives below exclaimed, "Awesome!" No one could have imagined that these two women, now a perfect business partnership, had secretly clashed over one man—a long and complicated story. Even more unexpectedly, they had reconciled and come together again.

After finishing their business, it was almost lunchtime. Lin Yuqing thought of saying a few polite words and inviting the two to stay for a casual meal, but before she could even say it—

"Where's Doctor Ye?" Zhu Wanqing asked nonchalantly. "I was thinking of asking him about the prescription I got from him last time."

Lin Yuqing paused slightly as she held the teacup.

She knew perfectly well that Zhu Wanqing had already let her go and wouldn't cause any trouble. But women's thoughts are so subtle; even though she knew she was alright, hearing a name so easily and skillfully uttered by another woman still stirred up an indescribable discomfort within her...

"Oh dear, he's downstairs!" Lin Yuqing put down her teacup. "I'll call him up."

A short while later, Ye Feng, with his trousers rolled up and wearing slippers, slowly made his way upstairs. Upon seeing Zhu Wanqing, he grinned, "Boss Zhu, what a rare guest!"

"Dr. Ye." Zhu Wanqing nodded gracefully, and then asked about the treatment plan.

Ye Feng patiently answered each question, not forgetting to instruct her on how to prepare some tonics. In fact, he had been secretly helping Zhu Wanqing treat her short-lived, extremely yin-related illness these past few days, and it had already been quite effective. Zhu Wanqing's complexion had improved significantly, and the coldness in her hands and feet had almost completely subsided. She was genuinely impressed and grateful for Ye Feng's medical skills.

"Just follow this prescription for a few months and you'll be fine." Ye Feng's smile faded. "The root cause of your cold constitution will be eliminated, and you'll live a normal lifespan, no longer burdened by the word 'short-lived'!"

With tears in her eyes, Zhu Wanqing expressed her gratitude: "I will never forget Dr. Ye's great kindness."

The two engaged in a question-and-answer session, professional yet natural, unlike the tense atmosphere of the past.

Lin Yu sat at an angle, holding a cup in her hand, sipping water little by little, but her eyes kept glancing at the two of them.

She didn't know what she was doing wrong. She was clearly the one in the right place, and Zhu Wanqing had already left long ago...

Watching the two of them talk so confidently, she found her tea losing its flavor with each sip, until she had almost left a handprint on the cup.

Ye Feng was an extremely elite person; he knew it in the blink of an eye.

After casually finishing his conversation with Zhu Wanqing, Ye Feng walked over to Lin Yuqing and, as if nothing had happened, picked up a peeled orange from the fruit plate next to him and put it in her mouth.

"Can't I have some water? I didn't eat much this morning, so I need to fill my stomach," he said.

Lin Yuqing was stunned, and Zhu Wanqing was also stunned.

His actions and tone were so natural, like something an old married couple would do. They did it so naturally and easily, as if they had done it countless times together without thinking too much about it.

The room fell silent instantly.

Lin Yuqing held the orange, her face instantly turning red to her ears. In her shame and indignation, she glared fiercely at Ye Feng.

But somehow, the thoughts I had just had vanished and were completely ignored.

Looking at the couple, she was initially surprised, then a serious yet somewhat helpless smile appeared on her face. Zhu Wanqing stood up. "It's getting late, I won't disturb you two any longer. I've written down Doctor Ye's prescription."

"Boss Lin," she said, giving Lin Yuqing a meaningful look, as if mocking or teasing her, just like looking at her own younger sister, "keep an eye on him. You couldn't find a man like him even with a lantern."

Lin Yuqing's face turned red instantly, but for the first time she didn't retaliate. She nodded seriously.

After seeing Zhu Wanqing off, Lin Yuqing turned back to Ye Feng, who had a half-smile on his face, and asked, "What are you laughing at?"

"I wasn't laughing!" Ye Feng said, suppressing a laugh. "I think our Miss Lin looks sour even when she's eating oranges."

"Who's jealous?!" Lin Yuqing grabbed a pillow and started hitting him on the head.

Ye Feng laughed and dodged, his pillow pressing against the back of the sofa. "Alright, alright, I'm not jealous, I'm not jealous. Our young lady is generous, virtuous, and sensible, the best in the world, understand?"

Wow! You're getting more and more flamboyant!

"Mr. Lin, you're so good at praising me! I'm almost overwhelmed by your compliments!"

Lin Yuqing was stunned by his wave after wave of powerful moves. She was both angry and amused. She tried to keep a straight face, but she couldn't help but burst out laughing.

"You foul mouth!"

Lin Yuqing rolled her eyes, her eyes full of sweetness, but she still gritted her teeth and cursed, "By the way, what do you want to eat for lunch? Ask the cafeteria to get me something."

"drumstick!"

Ye Feng didn't think before he blurted it out; it was a completely subconscious answer.

"...I knew your little brain was only at this level, you're brainless." Lin Yuqing glared at her irritably, then turned and went out to give orders, her steps light and quick, as if she were about to jump.

Ye Feng remained standing there, staring blankly at her joyful figure, a smile constantly playing on his lips, impossible to suppress.

In truth, it's been more than half a year since he came down the mountain. He has experienced all sorts of dangers and life-threatening situations. But now, in an ordinary office, bickering over a piece of orange, a chicken leg, and a little bit of jealousy, this peaceful and warm life is something he never had on that cold and lonely Nirvana Mountain.

What is home?

Home is that feeling, isn't it? It's when someone is waiting for you to come home for dinner, and when someone will be jealous of you all day over a little orange.

However...neither of them noticed.

As Zhu Wanqing's car drove out of the Lin's Building, a pair of eyes in an inconspicuous sedan parked across the street quietly took in this scene of "close ties between the Lin and Zhu families," as well as everything that had happened in the building that day.

The man dialed a number and said in a low voice, "The Lin family and the Zhu family are getting closer and closer."

There was a moment of silence on the other end of the phone, followed by a refined and handsome voice that lacked any warmth: "Really? Then... that makes things even more interesting."

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