I can support you.

When Xue Pianpian and Ye Fengning packed up and prepared to go out, he suddenly stepped forward and called out to Xue Pianpian:

"Mr. Xue, wait a moment."

Xue Pianpian paused and looked back at him.

Qin Jiajun's face was filled with earnestness, and his eyes were filled with an earnestness and passion that was difficult to conceal.

"Thank you for coming here so early in the morning to see Grandpa. We, the Qin family, will always remember this kindness.

It's getting late now, so let me treat you and Mr. Ye to a meal so I can express my gratitude."

Seeing him like this, the alarm bells in Xue Pianpian's heart instantly started ringing.

She quietly took a half-step distance from Qin Jiajun, thinking to herself:

Could this guy have other thoughts about me? Although Qin Jiajun is outstanding in appearance and has an extraordinary family background, I already have someone in my heart. But for someone who is already taken, this misunderstanding must be put to rest as soon as possible. Avoiding suspicion is the most important thing at the moment.

As the thought passed, Xue Pianpian's face was replaced with a polite yet distant smile, and her tone was calm but with a sense of propriety that did not allow for questioning:

"Mr. Qin, you're so polite. Less than a month has passed since we agreed upon this, and you've already fulfilled your bet so readily. I truly admire your integrity.

Besides, curing diseases and saving lives is my vocation and duty as a doctor. It is what I should do. You really don't need to worry too much.

Besides, you still have to pay for the consultation later, right? I appreciate your gratitude."

The earnestness on Qin Jiajun's face froze for a moment. He obviously didn't expect Xue Pianpian to refuse so bluntly, leaving no room for maneuver.

The heat in his eyes faded a little, and then he put on a gentler expression, trying to fight for it again:

"Director Xue, it's just a meal. It's not a grand thank you gift. I just wanted to express my gratitude. A consultation fee is a consultation fee, and a favor is a favor. How can they be confused?"

Xue Pianpian still maintained a polite smile, without moving, but her tone was a little more determined:

"Boss Qin, I truly appreciate your kindness. However, I have always had a rule: I only accept consultation fees for my medical practice and do not attend private banquets. I hope you understand."

She deliberately emphasized the word "private banquet", and the sense of propriety in her words was obvious.

Ye Fengning, who was standing by, had already understood Xue Pianpian's intentions. She took a half step forward at the right time and tried to smooth things over with a smile:

"Boss Qin, I'm so sorry, we already have an appointment at noon and really can't spare the time. We appreciate your kindness."

Qin Jiajun looked at the unshakable alienation in Xue Pianpian's eyes, and glanced at Ye Fengning's tacit cooperation. He knew in his heart that insisting on it would only increase the embarrassment.

He suppressed the disappointment in his heart, put on a proper smile again, and walked down the stairs:

"In that case, I won't force it. I was inconsiderate and forgot that Director Xue might have other plans."

"Mr. Qin, don't mind."

Xue Pianpian nodded slightly, and her tone softened.

"The old man's condition still needs to be observed. I will come back for a follow-up visit another day. We'll take our leave now."

"Okay, I'll see you off."

Qin Jiajun no longer mentioned the meal, and took the initiative to step aside to make way, and walked the two of them all the way to the door.

It was not until he saw the taillights of the Rolls-Royce Phantom disappear around the corner that the smile on his face slowly faded. His fingertips unconsciously stroked his palms, and a complex emotion flashed across his eyes.

Inside the car, Ye Fengning turned his head to look at Xue Pianpian and couldn't help laughing:

"Sister, your 'keep away from strangers' aura just now almost froze Boss Qin."

Xue Pianpian leaned back in her chair and smiled helplessly:

"Things like this have to be cut quickly, otherwise the longer you delay, the more trouble you'll have. I don't want your brother-in-law to misunderstand."

Ye Fengning raised his eyebrows, a gossipy glint flashing in his eyes:

"Speaking of which, who exactly is my brother-in-law? Why would you be so concerned about avoiding suspicion?"

Xue Pianpian tapped her knees lightly with her fingertips, a gentle look between her eyebrows:

"That's easy. I'll video chat with him during lunch and show you."

Ye Fengning was just about to express her excitement when Xue Pianpian's phone rang. It was Shen Haoteng calling.

As soon as the call was connected, his somewhat anxious voice came from the receiver.

"Sister, where are you?"

Xue Pianpian spoke in a gentle voice:

"I just finished seeing Mr. Qin and am on my way back to the villa. Feng Ning is here too. What are you doing?"

"My mother wants to invite you to her house for lunch at noon. She wanted to ask if you have time."

Xue Pianpian hesitated for a moment and then refused:

"Xiao Teng, tell Aunt Chu that I have plans for lunch and won't be there. I'll go there early this afternoon and attend the party with you, and then we'll go see her."

After hanging up the call with Shen Haoteng, Xue Pianpian swiped across the address book with her fingertips twice, quickly found the name "Lan Qingyue", and pressed the dial button.

The call was connected almost immediately, and Lan Qingyue's lively voice came first:

"Sister, you finally remembered me?"

"Yeah, I missed you."

Xue Pianpian smiled and replied,

"I'm in Kyoto again, on my way back to the villa. This time, our idol sister is here too. Are you free at noon? Come to the villa for lunch and I'll show you the idol sister's stunning beauty."

"Ah! Ning, Sister Ning?!"

Lan Qingyue on the other end of the phone instantly raised his voice, his tone filled with incredible excitement, followed by a burst of uncontrollable cheers.

"Oh my god! Is that the goddess Sister Ning that I've been a fan of for so long? I can actually meet her in person?! I'm free! I'll be there right away and I promise to be out in ten minutes!"

The excitement was so great that it seemed as if it would jump out along the telephone line in the next second.

Xue Pianpian was amused by her reaction and quickly reminded her:

"Don't worry, be careful on the road, we'll wait for you."

After hanging up the phone, the car stopped in front of the villa.

Ye Fengning changed her usual calmness and composure and rushed into the villa impatiently. She wanted to see Ning Youran, the idol sister that Xue Pianpian often talked about, as soon as possible.

As expected, she was not disappointed. Ning Youran was gentle and beautiful. She was truly the ceiling among beauties and a model of a gentle lady.

Ye Fengning excitedly walked up to Ning Youran, her eyes sparkling:

"Idol sister, I finally see you in person, you are even more beautiful than on the screen!"

Ning Youran smiled gently and gently took Ye Fengning's hand:

"Thank you for the compliment, Feng Ning. Actually, you are very beautiful too."

According to Xue Pianpian's instructions, the chef prepared a table of authentic Shandong cuisine for lunch today - shiny scallion-fried sea cucumber, crispy and tender large intestine, fragrant pork belly, and refreshing and greasy water chestnuts in milk soup. The dishes were served on the table one after another, and the colors and aromas made people's mouths water.

Not long after, Lan Qingyue arrived in a hurry. When he saw Ning Youran sitting on the sofa, he immediately slowed down his pace, his eyes full of amazement, and he even spoke in a low voice:

"Ning, Sister Ning, do you remember me? I'm Lan Qingyue, Yue'er. We even had a live broadcast together. I'm your fan! You're a hundred times more beautiful in person than in the live broadcast room!"

Ning Youran stood up and greeted him with a smile. Her gentle demeanor instantly made people relax:

"Hello, Yue'er, thank you for your love. You are very beautiful too."

Soon, four beautiful women, Xue Pianpian, Ning Youran, Ye Fengning and Lan Qingyue, each with their own charm, sat around the dining table.

Ye Fengning is cool and capable, Lan Qingyue is lively and bright, Ning Youran is gentle and generous, and Xue Pianpian is bright and lively.

The four of them ate and talked, laughing constantly.

Ye Fengning put down his chopsticks and admired sincerely:

"Sister Ran, your looks are simply textbook-level. No wonder the boss sister and Yue'er are so obsessed with you."

Lan Qingyue immediately agreed, nodding repeatedly while holding up his chopsticks:

"Yeah, yeah, yeah! Especially when you smile, it feels like the whole room lights up!"

Halfway through the meal, Ye Fengning suddenly came to Xue Pianpian and whispered:

"Sister, didn't you say you wanted us to see your brother-in-law? Why don't you make a video call now while the sisters are here?"

Lan Qingyue immediately cast an expectant look.

Xue Pianpian was helpless and amused. Unable to resist the two people's nagging, she had to take out her cell phone and make a video call to Long Junyi.

As soon as the screen lit up, Long Junyi's tall and strong figure appeared in the picture. His black suit made his shoulders broad and his waist narrow, making him look even taller and more handsome.

Xue Pianpian raised her chin towards the camera and teased deliberately:

"Look at our handsome boy. Isn't he handsome and stylish?"

Then he turned to the two of them again, with a somewhat boastful tone,

"Your brother-in-law is a military man, an absolute tough guy, not just anybody can compare to him."