"Young Master Lin!" Hong Tai's expression changed slightly upon seeing Lin Junhao. He clearly recognized him as someone from the Lin family in the capital. It was no surprise that someone from such a prominent family would have powerful bodyguards.
What he found unbelievable was that Li Se would be friends with Lin Junhao.
"It seems you recognize me?" Lin Junhao said with a dismissive smile. "Since you know me, you still dare to lay hands on my friend. You're quite audacious!"
*Thump!*
Hong Tai immediately knelt down, pulling his wife and son to join him. Although the Hong family was doing quite well, they were insignificant compared to giants like the Lin family in the capital.
The reason Hong Tai recognized Lin Junhao at a glance was because the Lin family was looking to invest in Qingyun City. Investments naturally required partnerships with major local companies, and the Hong family was one of them. He had seen Lin Junhao once at a bidding conference, but that was all; they couldn't be considered acquainted.
"Young Master Lin, it was my ignorance," Hong Tai pleaded.
"You don't need to apologize to me," Lin Junhao said, crossing his arms and looking down. "Apologize to Divine Doctor Li!"
Hong Tai's expression shifted, as did Chen Huihong and Hong Zhixue's. In their eyes, Li Se was at best skilled in combat, and his status was far below theirs. Yet, at this moment, they were being asked to apologize to such a person, while kneeling. They found it unacceptable.
"What, you're unwilling?" Lin Junhao frowned.
"Divine Doctor Li, I'm sorry. I was impulsive earlier," Hong Tai said, looking at Li Se with gritted teeth.
"Next time you see me, take a detour," Li Se said calmly, not bothering to argue further with Hong Tai. However, he was surprised that Lin Junhao had hidden experts around him, something he hadn't known.
Hearing Li Se's words, Hong Tai clenched his fists, feeling an urge to kill him. Apologizing to Lin Junhao while kneeling was one thing; he couldn't afford to offend the Lin family from the capital. But who was Li Se to him?
Lin Junhao ignored Hong Tai and left the hotel, pushing Lin Wanqiu along.
A moment later, the Hong family stood up from the ground, their expressions exceptionally grim. Many people around them were pointing fingers.
"Let's go!" This incident had ruined Hong Tai's appetite.
After leaving the Shanshui Hotel, Li Se intended to bid farewell to Lin Junhao.
"Divine Doctor Li, don't be in such a hurry to leave," Lin Junhao called out. "Actually, the reason I asked you here today, besides wanting you to treat my grandfather in the capital, is for another favor. My grandfather was a soldier in his younger days, and he has an old comrade-in-arms in Qingyun City. Recently, his granddaughter has fallen ill, and they'd like you to take a look."
Lin Junhao quickly added, "Of course, I'll compensate you with the consultation fee of an imperial physician."
Li Se no longer had a significant need for money, as he was already wealthy. He readily agreed to Lin Junhao's request. However, he looked at Lin Wanqiu and said, "Young Master Lin, perhaps Miss Lin should return to the hospital first."
"Divine Doctor Li, you can just call me Wanqiu," Lin Wanqiu said with a smile.
Li Se paused for a moment, then nodded. "In that case, you can stop calling me Divine Doctor Li and just call me Li Se."
"Haha, Li Se, I'm a few years older than you. Why don't you stop calling me Young Master Lin and call me Brother Lin?" Lin Junhao knew that changing the form of address signified a closer relationship, which would make it easier to persuade Li Se to come to the capital.
Li Se's background was still a mystery; it wasn't confirmed if he was the son of the third master of the Li family. But if Li Se could be brought to the capital, it would soon be revealed. The Lin family might then gain another formidable asset.
The Lin and Li families had always maintained good relations, so Lin Junhao naturally wanted to help. Moreover, getting Li Se to the capital would also allow him to treat his grandfather.
They rode in Lin Junhao's car, first dropping Lin Wanqiu back at the hospital, and then heading to a siheyuan. Although the siheyuan in Qingyun City couldn't compare to those in the capital, it was still valuable and quite old.
However, as soon as Li Se entered the siheyuan, he began observing the feng shui. Such old residences usually adhered to feng shui principles, with the placement of trees and furniture all dictated by feng shui.
"Brother Lin, based on this siheyuan's feng shui, this family should be living in peace and prosperity," Li Se said, sounding somewhat surprised.
"You study feng shui?" Lin Junhao was surprised. Members of prominent families like theirs would naturally pay attention to feng shui.
Li Se nodded. "A little. Traditional Chinese medicine and metaphysics are inseparable. In the principles of the I Ching, qi is divided into yin and yang. Everything in the world needs to embrace yin and carry yang; residences are the same. This place faces south and east, directions with strong yang energy, while backing towards the north and west, directions with heavy yin energy. This arrangement not only avoids the harsh winter winds but also facilitates natural light. Facing away from yin and towards yang is a correct choice that respects nature and follows the Heavenly Dao. In feng shui, it also signifies intelligent and resourceful children, a bright future for the family, and peace and happiness. This is an excellent feng shui arrangement."
Although Lin Junhao didn't understand much of this, he was impressed by Li Se's coherent explanation. How many people nowadays knew such things?
*Clap clap clap!*
At this moment, applause rang out.
An old man emerged from inside. He was hunched over and missing an arm, but his eyes were extremely sharp, and his demeanor carried a heavy aura of killing intent. It was clear he had killed many enemies on the battlefield in his early years.
Such an elder deserved respect.
"Old Master Liang," Lin Junhao said respectfully.
"Old Master Liang!" Li Se followed suit with a respectful greeting.
Old Master Liang nodded. He looked at Li Se and said with considerable praise, "I didn't expect a young man today could discern the feng shui of my courtyard at a glance. It's good. This is a feng shui arrangement that faces away from yin and towards yang. My ancestors hired a feng shui master to design this house years ago."
"Old Master Liang, living in a house like this, your family should be happy and prosperous. But Brother Lin mentioned that your grandson..." Li Se said, sounding confused. Feng shui and metaphysics were sometimes unexplainable by science. In scientific terms, this feng shui arrangement provided good lighting and protection from cold northern winds, improving room temperature and benefiting people's health.
Old Master Liang sighed and said, "I don't know what happened. A while ago, my son brought his grandson home for a visit. After they returned, this is how he became. The hospital says he has autism, but how could a perfectly fine child suddenly develop autism?"
Hearing this, Li Se frowned and quickly said, "Is your grandson here? May I see him?"