Chapter 198 197: Very Popular

How could Doctor Liao dare to take the credit? He quickly stopped Lin Tian's hand as it reached for his, then gently guided him toward Mu Lin.

"It was Divine Doctor Mu who saved you. My contribution was actually very small!"

When Lin Tian saw Mu Lin, for a moment he couldn't recall who this was. Then, it suddenly came back to him.

"Mu Lin, my young friend?! To have you make a special trip to Di Yang... we've really troubled you!"

Mu Lin waved his hands repeatedly. "Please, don't misunderstand. I was already in Di Yang on business today and just stopped by to help. It wasn't nearly as much trouble as you think."

But Lin Tian was still immensely grateful. "You're too kind!" he said.

Lin Jin leaned in and quietly whispered a few words to Lin Tian, letting him know what had happened while he was unconscious.

Lin Tian nodded in understanding, then turned to the other doctors gathered around.

"I am also grateful to all the doctors who rushed here after hearing the news! I, Lin Tian, am deeply touched by your concern and will thank you all accordingly!"

The famous doctors quickly deferred, saying they didn't deserve it. They hadn't helped at all during the treatment; if they acted pretentiously and accepted, they would lose all face.

"Elder Lin, you're too generous. We can't accept a reward we haven't earned. How could we have the nerve to ask for compensation?"

Hearing this, Lin Tian laughed to himself. These famous doctors were usually arrogant figures with their noses in the air; getting a single humble word out of them was harder than killing them.

But now they were being so docile. It was incredible.

'It must be Mu Lin's charisma!'

'With a single move, he put them all in their place.'

"Haha, what's owed is owed. A travel stipend is standard practice in the industry. If I don't give it today, I'm afraid I won't be able to call on you all in the future."

Lin Jin gave each of the doctors a red envelope and said:

"I hope that in the future, you will all continue to come so righteously to our aid, just as you did today!"

The doctors politely agreed one after another.

One doctor asked politely, "What's the background of this little brother who saved Elder Lin?"

Mu Lin smiled faintly. "Mu Lin. Just a regular deputy team leader for a project group at the Anhua Li Group."

A regular deputy team leader... The words were hard for the doctors to swallow. Mu Lin wasn't even a professional physician, so what did that make them?

Wasn't this a huge slap in the face?

Lin Jin felt it was inappropriate for Mu Lin to say that. It was just asking for envy and would be bad for Mu Lin's future networking. He quickly tried to cover for him.

"Mu Lin studied medicine under a famous master. After completing his studies, he felt it was better to be self-reliant, so he went to work for the Li Group."

In any case, Lin Jin was just spouting nonsense. These doctors weren't ordinary people; they could easily investigate Mu Lin's background.

Going into detail might offend Mu Lin, and it wasn't worth the risk.

"Oh, so that's how it is! Haha, with this little brother's medical skills, patients would be beating a path to his door. Why would he ever need to worry about putting food on the table!"

Mu Lin just smiled and didn't say anything.

Lin Tian threw back the covers, sat up sideways, and prepared to stand. Lin Jin hurried forward to help his father up.

Lin Tian felt his body was okay, so he pushed Lin Jin away and stood up by himself.

"Elder Lin's spirits seem good. That's a relief!"

"We weren't able to help much, but seeing you safe and sound now, Elder Lin, is truly wonderful!"

After taking a few steps, Lin Tian still felt very tired and sat back down on the edge of the bed.

"Mu Lin, let me make some introductions."

Lin Tian introduced them one by one, and Mu Lin nodded a greeting to each of them. A harmonious atmosphere settled over the group.

Mu Lin said, "Elder Lin still needs to rest. Perhaps we should quiet down?"

Hearing this, Lin Jin thought it made sense and said, "Everyone, please go downstairs for now. Let my father rest a while longer!"

The group obediently went downstairs. By now, everyone's attention was on Mu Lin. They all wanted to get on his good side, so the atmosphere didn't cool down.

Mu Lin chatted enthusiastically with the famous doctors. The scene was very lively, and he received quite a few business cards.

"Little brother, if you ever need anything, just come find me! I have some pull in Di Yang's medical community!"

Mu Lin agreed to each one. Seeing that Mu Lin was sincere and capable, the famous doctors started sharing all sorts of bizarre rumors, which made Mu Lin feel rather awkward.

This gossip was all about doctors tearing each other down, and several of the stories were about Zhao Yang.

This made Mu Lin very uncomfortable.

'Should I laugh, or not?' he wondered.

In the end, he forced a couple of dry laughs to give the old doctors some face.

Seeing that it was about time, Lin Jin began thinking about seeing the guests out.

The doctors had no intention of staying either, so they left.

"Mu Xiaoyou, if you're not busy, why don't you stay for a simple meal!"

Mu Lin said, "Alright!"

The kitchen was bustling with activity. Servants came in and out, and before long, the dining table was laden with dishes.

Lin Jin was very thoughtful, seating Mu Lin and Lin Shishi together.

"Mu Xiaoyou, this is my daughter, her name is Lin Shishi," Lin Jin introduced with a smile.

Mu Lin nodded to Lin Shishi. "Hello, Miss Lin!"

Lin Shishi had been feeling anxious and uneasy the whole time.

Mu Lin had single-handedly worked a miracle and saved her grandfather, yet she had been foolish enough to challenge him.

'He must be angry, right?'

Lin Shishi kept her head down, not daring to look at Mu Lin, afraid she would see a contemptuous look in his eyes.

But Mu Lin smiled calmly and said, "Hello, Miss Lin. I'm Mu Lin. Earlier, you were just worried about Elder Lin, there's nothing wrong with that. Now that Elder Lin is safe and sound, everyone is happy. What is there to be hung up about?"

Lin Shishi's heart warmed. So Mu Lin was actually very easy to talk to.

'He's capable and easygoing. His looks... well, they're ordinary, but he's kind of a warm-hearted guy...'

"Thank you, Brother Mu!" Her eyes shifted, and she called out sweetly.

Mu Lin responded faintly, "Mm."

This reaction, however, made Lin Shishi feel a little disappointed. She was so sweet and lovely, yet Mu Lin's response was so cold.

It was a little upsetting.

Lin Tian had trouble walking, so a servant brought his meal to him. This left Lin Jin and Lin Shishi to entertain Mu Lin.

It was a huge table of food, with dishes from all over the country. Beyond being a lavish spread, many of the dishes also had health benefits.

Mu Lin felt it was a real eye-opener.

"This is really incredible!" Mu Lin exclaimed.

Lin Jin smiled. "If you like it, please, eat more."

Mu Lin said, "Naturally!"

Lin Shishi said:

"Brother Mu, you're seriously amazing. Where on earth did you learn all these skills?"

Mu Lin gave his usual answer: "My master taught me."

"You have a master?! Then your master must be even more incredible than you, right? Who is he?"

Mu Lin smiled and said, "I'm sorry, but my master doesn't allow me to tell anyone."

This made things a bit awkward. Lin Shishi thought Mu Lin was just trying to act cool and pouted disdainfully. "Fine, don't tell me! It's not like I care!"

Lin Jin thought to himself that arguing with Mu Lin over this issue was not a good idea.

If Mu Lin got annoyed and just left, his plan to win Mu Lin over would fall through.

He quickly said, "Shishi, that's enough!"

Lin Shishi pressed her lips together, feeling a little wronged. That vague, budding feeling she had for Mu Lin suddenly vanished.

Although she continued to respond to Mu Lin with a charming smile, the feeling behind it was completely different now.

Lin Jin saw the change in Lin Shishi at a glance. No one knows a daughter better than her father. He could only sigh internally. 'I guess it wasn't meant to be,' he thought. 'You can't force fate.'

After the meal, as they were eating a fruit platter, a servant hurried over and whispered a few words in Lin Jin's ear.

Lin Jin said, "Mu Lin, my father would like to see you."

Mu Lin's eyes narrowed. "Alright. We're done eating anyway. It's time to clear some things up."

Hearing this, Lin Shishi's heart began to pound. THUMP THUMP THUMP.

'Clear what up?'

But she quickly came to her senses. 'Why am I so nervous? What does it have to do with me?'

'He's such a fierce person. Whoever wants to like him can like him.'

Mu Lin said, "I'll head over then."

Not long after Mu Lin left, Lin Shishi asked, "Dad, what does Grandpa want to ask him?"

Lin Jin wasn't actually sure himself. He glanced at Lin Shishi, and seeing right through her, teased, "Grandpa is going to arrange your marriage. Are you happy!"

Lin Shishi was so startled she shot to her feet, her pretty face instantly turning bright red. "Th-th-this..."

She immediately bolted in the direction of Lin Tian's room.

Lin Jin watched Lin Shishi's retreating figure with mixed feelings. It seemed Shishi still had feelings for Mu Lin. Unfortunately, Mu Lin was an elusive and detached person; who knew what he was thinking?

He had mentioned more than once that he wanted to return to the mountains.

It didn't seem like he was bluffing. If Lin Shishi set her heart on Mu Lin, it probably wouldn't end well.

Sigh.