Chapter 3

Three days later, on the 16th floor of the city center hospital.

“Dr. Qin, after thinking about it, you’re right. Illness should be treated early, not delayed.” The old woman at the table looked at the elegant and cold man sitting in the rotating chair with hopeful eyes. “After I return, I’ll discuss this with my family. They support me doing the surgery first, and then come take care of my grandson after it’s done.”

“This decision should have been made long ago, auntie. Your illness really cannot be delayed.” Qin Siting’s voice was gentle and clear, with a hint of respect toward the elder. “Good news is, it’s not too late to make a decision now. I’ll issue you a check-up form. If there’s a vacant bed in the hospital department, I’ll arrange for you to be admitted there.”

“Okay, thank you, Dr. Qin.”

“You’re welcome.” After a brief silence, Qin Siting slowly tapped the keyboard with his long fingers as his gaze moved across the screen. The four check-up forms were quickly filled out.

“Auntie, would you like a single prescription or a double prescription?”

“A single prescription. I’m retired at my age, and I can’t get medical expenses reimbursed.”

Qin Siting said nothing, just printed out the forms. He gently pressed a corner of the paper and took out a black Grindy pen from the side pocket of his coat. With two fingers, he opened the cap and signed his strong, deliberate name at the signature line.

“Auntie, please go to the second floor to pay first. After paying, head to the laboratory on the first floor for the check-up. I can see your CT images from the laboratory at any time.”

“Okay, Dr. Qin. I’ll go now.” The old auntie accepted the form and thanked him repeatedly, then hurried out as if in a hurry.

The laboratory opened late and closed early. This old auntie was the last patient in the morning. It might not be possible to get in time, especially since it was almost 11 p.m.

Qin Siting paused briefly, enjoying this rare break. He picked up a case file from the bookshelf and carefully observed the patient’s recovery, his gaze cold and serious.

Suddenly, his phone in his pocket vibrated.

“?”

“Siting, it’s me. Your second uncle.” A weary man’s voice came through the phone.

“What’s up?” Qin Siting’s clear eyes slightly moved.

“Here’s the thing. You know your uncles are getting older; they’ve worked at the company for most of their lives and are exhausted. They can’t manage many things anymore. But lately, the domestic economy is improving, and the Qin family doesn’t want to miss this opportunity for growth. So recently, several major projects were launched simultaneously—”

Qin Siting raised an eyebrow and laughed sarcastically, putting down his pen: “Get to the point. Don’t pretend this call is just to make me feel bad from afar.”

“Hey! You kid, what do you mean ‘make me feel bad’?” The second uncle became furious: “Is my second uncle that kind of person, someone who likes to claim credit?”

“I’m very busy. Hang up if you have nothing more.”

“Oh no—wait, let’s talk seriously.” There was a pause on the other end, as if the middle-aged man was confirming if the call had been ended. “Actually, here’s the thing. The Qin family just took over a new partnership today, focusing on mid-to-high-end handbag lines. Coincidentally, we old men all have work to do, but we really can’t spare time. So we thought—”

“You should contact my father. As I understand, he’s free these days.”

“Your father stayed in the hospital a few days ago and hasn’t been well lately. This is something your father should handle. Since he’s not in good shape, we thought we’d call you—”

Qin Siting remained silent for a moment, clearly agreeing.

“How long?”

“Haha, not long—about two weeks. We really didn’t want to take on this project, but then Shida Group returned to Haicheng. Who knew what would happen next—” Upon hearing Qin Siting’s quick agreement, the second uncle knew he had won.

Old Qin was right; as long as he’s involved, even if Qin Siting doesn’t want to, they’ll proceed with the collaboration. After all, I’m still my father.

The second uncle wanted to say more, but the man’s suddenly cold tone interrupted him.

“Shida?”

“Yes, exactly. What’s the problem?” Without hesitation, the second uncle didn’t know what the boy was thinking.

“I won’t take on this. Hang up.” Qin Siting refused without delay.

“Hey—don’t hang up!” Seeing the call about to end, the second uncle summoned up courage and shouted quickly, “Actually, I just sent an invitation to Shida in your name via my assistant!”

As soon as he spoke, there was no response from the other end of the phone, and it wasn’t hung up either.

The second uncle trembled—clearly, he had offended this young master, and the offense was severe. Even through the phone, he could sense the low pressure from the man.

“Xiao Qin, actually, I can understand you.” The second uncle paused, hesitated briefly, and then continued, “You really shouldn’t be responsible for this small collaboration. I know you’re proud and ambitious. But remember, when I took over the company, I started with small collaborations. The smaller the project, the better it helps you develop your ability to notice details. Moreover—”

“Dudu…”

The call ended.

Clearly, Qin Siting hung up.

At this moment, the proud and dignified man sat in Microsoft’s swivel chair, no longer playing with the pen in his hand. His posture stopped, and his gaze fixed on the clearly printed paper not far in front of him.

The words also seemed sharp and harsh.

……

After some time, the man sitting in the swivel chair seemed to remember something. He picked up his phone again and smoothly dialed a number.

A few seconds later, the call was connected.

“What?”

“Do you want to visit the psychiatric department?”

“You really went to the psychiatric department? Do you think what I said is right, or is the psychiatric department better for you?” Mo Jing Shen spoke with joy in his tone.

“You leave the money-making opportunity alone… are you sick?”

“I have plenty of money. Now is the time to be with my wife.” Mo Jing Shen didn’t seem at all surprised by Qin Siting’s call. “You know this internal information before I even share it—is there a traitor in my company?”

“Stop talking nonsense.” Qin Siting spoke angrily. “Did you do it on purpose?”

“This tone… 90% is definitely intentional. Why ask me for your own answer?” Mo Jing Shen crossed his arms, acting like he was enjoying the situation, and gave a fair response. “Yes, intentionally.”

The other end of the line became quiet again. Clearly, Qin Siting was getting angry again.

Mo Jing Shen wasn’t rushed. He relaxed in the chair, and his soft breathing could be heard occasionally through the phone.

After some time, the man’s clear, low, and sexy voice came from the other end again.

“Mo Jing Shen, do you want to fight?”

Mo Jing Shen didn’t rush either. A playful smile appeared at the corner of his cold lips: “Mocking my skills? If you had taken the same measures against Nanheng that day, maybe I would have managed to stay calm.”

“……”

Mo Jing Shen paused briefly, then calmly said the last words before the call ended: “If you didn’t love her, you wouldn’t care so much. Admit it—you still have her in your heart.”

……

As expected, the call cut off again.

Mo Jing Shen chuckled without anger, simply putting down the disconnected phone and pressing the internal company line with his long fingers.

“Has the response from Shida been received?”

“Yes, CEO. We’ve declined Shida’s invitation as you requested,” the CEO’s assistant replied respectfully.

“Mm. Keep an eye on Shida.”

“Okay, CEO. Should we also monitor Qinshi?”

“Yes, keep an eye on them,” Mo Jing Shen said pleasantly, then hung up the phone.

This opportunity to get some fun from this insightful brother couldn’t be missed. Finding joy in a simple life is always worth it.