The sudden silence made Wang Jinglan realize that her voice was too loud again.

She turned around to the people at Heart Building Pavilion, bent down and apologized, "I'm sorry, I startled you all, I really apologize!"

Fu Wenzhu was even more stunned for a moment, unable to believe that Wang Jinglan's words were true.

She was aware that her grandfather rarely dined with outsiders in recent years.

She turned her gaze to Fu Xiuyuan, seeking confirmation, "Xiuyuan, is this true?"

Fu Xiuyuan, who was the center of attention, also realized he made a mistake by neglecting Lin Jie. He hurriedly said, "Cousin Wang is right. Dr. Lin has great talent in medical skills, and grandfather specially invited him to consult on cousin Wang's sports injury!"

Fu Xiuyuan stepped closer to Lin Jie and apologized, "Sorry, I lost my head for a moment and forgot grandfather's instructions. Let me take you for a tour of the garden!"

He instructed, "Xiwen, Wenzhu, please entertain the guests for me!"

Lin Jie's current mood was not good, very bad indeed!

He had thought he was quite a character, but was unexpectedly doused with cold water, being bluntly told he had flaws in character, making him an unsuitable match!

What made things worse was that he had to admit, Fu Wenzhu's words had some truth to them.

Having lacked parental guidance since childhood, both he and Lin Miao indeed had some psychological issues.

Lin Jie scanned his gaze over Fu Wenzhu, Fu Xiuyuan, and the others in the Heart Building Pavilion, exhaling lightly.

He clearly realized that perhaps he was now handsome, had a house and a car, exceptional medical skills, seemingly irresistible charm and dazzling prospects. But compared to these true elites, who are the hope of their families, he had no deep background and had many personal shortcomings. Judging solely from the hard criteria for choosing a boyfriend, he was genuinely lacking.

Lin Jie forced a slight smile on his face and said to Fu Xiuyuan, "Thanks for the warm hospitality. But to leave so many friends of your own generation behind to accompany me around the garden and yard seems a bit excessive!"

He pretended to look at his phone and said, "It's now 2:17 PM!"

"I have an appointment at 4 PM, time is a bit tight, so I take this opportunity to excuse myself!"

Lin Jie also reminded Wang Jinglan to go to Donghua Hospital for a detailed check-up at 9 AM on Tuesday.

Fu Xiuyuan tried to persuade him to stay a bit longer, but seeing Lin Jie's insistence, had to arrange a car to send him back!

As the car disappeared from sight, Fu Xiuyuan, who was seeing him off at the courtyard gate, turned and glared fiercely at Fu Wenzhu, reproaching, "Do not use 'blunt nature' to excuse your loose tongue."

"How come you never said anything excessive in front of Liu Yuntao and others?"

"You're merely relying on your background to disdain those with less than your own, acting recklessly and without restraint."

Fu Wenzhu stubbornly maintained, "What I said was the truth, not a deliberate slander. If he gets angry and cares about it, that confirms his narrow-mindedness, further proving his flaws in character."

"You..."

Fu Xiuyuan saw her being defiant and knew he couldn't manage her, saying, "I hope you maintain your stance in front of grandfather. I will report this matter truthfully to him."

At this moment, Lin Jie was still brooding over Fu Wenzhu's words.

He leaned against the soft and comfortable car seat, silently asking, "Lanruo, you're a clear observer here, can you tell me what character flaws I have?"

"Lin Jie, your shortcomings are indeed numerous. Let me list them for you!"

Shen Lanruo, in his mind, cheerfully said, "You lack a sense of security. You're not very sociable, somewhat self-enclosed."

"You seek loyal and unwavering friendship and love but are not good at expressing your emotions."

"You're short-sighted and greedy. Have strong possessiveness. Sensitive and overthinking, always expecting the worst when faced with situations."

"You have certain self-destructive tendencies; inclinations towards cruelty and sadism..."

Listening to this, Lin Jie's face lengthened, and he said very unhappily, "Lanruo, according to you, I have so many character deficiencies, I really should at least consult a psychologist?"

"However, I feel my mental state is still okay!"

Shen Lanruo chuckled and said, "Although you have many flaws, you have a kind heart, also possess an indomitable spirit, resilience within softness. In addition, your external conditions are improving, and most importantly, you are deeply influenced by my memory and character. Your inherent positivity stabilizes those negative inclinations."

She further explained, "Actually, in this world, there is no such thing as a perfect person, anyone has character defects."

"A person's character continually repairs and improves throughout their life."

"Lin Jie, as you mature and your life circumstances improve, your self-control and adjustment abilities will become stronger, and some negative inclinations will gradually disappear."

This made Lin Jie breathe a sigh of relief, saying, "Lanruo, the two of us count as sharing a life. If I'm good, you're good too. If I show any obvious negative signs, please be sure to alert and stop me promptly!"

"That's certain. However..."

Shen Lanruo chuckled mischievously in Lin Jie's mind, saying, "It is said that prevention is better than cure. If some negative tendencies can be vented promptly, that would be best. And the best way is... sex!"

"Lin Jie, have you noticed it yourself?"

"Your movements in bed are somewhat rough, yet An Kexin seems to really enjoy it. You two are well-suited, a natural pair."

"Heh heh... I can teach you more tricks and positions, guaranteed to make you and An Kexin feel ecstatic!"

This made Lin Jie somewhat tempted, just about to shamelessly inquire more when he suddenly realized something and angrily said, "Lanruo, you promised earlier not to spy on me and Kexin!"

"I wasn't spying, sometimes I watch openly!" Shen Lanruo provocatively challenged, justified.

Lin Jie was dumbfounded with anger but helpless, left with only Shen Lanruo's incessant triumphant laughter...

Just then, the phone rang!

Lin Jie took out his phone and immediately brightened; it was a call from Lu Kaicheng. He immediately connected the call and asked, "You're back?"

Lu Kaicheng's cheerful voice came through the phone, "I'm back, just got off the plane. Are you free tonight? Let's have dinner together?"

Lin Jie laughed heartily and said, "If I agreed, Chen Lili would definitely resent me!"

"A journey of over ten hours is quite tiring. You also have to adjust to the time difference and comfort someone. It wouldn't be too late to meet in a few days!"

Lu Kaicheng chuckled awkwardly over the phone and said, "Alright, I'll come find you in a couple of days then!"

After hanging up the phone, Lin Jie realized there was an unread text message. He opened it to find a joke message sent by Yu Momo.

After giving a little smile, Lin Jie didn't pay much attention to it.

Getting off the car in front of Xiangtai Apartment, just as Lin Jie was about to enter the building, two women ran over. The one in front shouted as she ran, "Lin Jie, wait! Lin Jie, wait!"

Seeing clearly who it was, Lin Jie frowned!

The visitor was his cousin Wei Xin, the other woman, he didn't know.

The Wei Family had been trying to create coincidences some time ago. Perhaps seeing the Lin siblings not easily swayed, they had let up for a while.

Could it be a new wave of effort is about to start?

This time, they're leading with Wei Xin, who he feels is not too bad?

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