Chapter 56: Who Is the Real Clown

Without hesitation, he said, "Arrange it immediately—have Chairman Zhou come here for dinner. We'll switch to another private room."

"Yes, thank you, Chairman Su."

The hotel manager hadn't expected such an easy negotiation, so he gratefully hurried off to make the arrangements.

As he led his family out, Zhou Liran caught sight of Lin Feng, and his expression instantly brightened. He approached Lin Feng with the utmost respect.

Following closely behind him was Zhang Yuanqing.

"Mr. Lin, so it's you dining here! What an honor, truly," Zhou Liran said, warmly clasping Lin Feng's hand, his face beaming with deference.

"Chairman Zhou?" Lin Feng was equally surprised. Who would have thought they'd meet here by chance?

Liu Farong felt a sudden jolt inwardly. What was happening? Why was Chairman Zhou greeting Lin Feng first?

Had she been wrong all along? Was the Su family's contract not secured by Su Qingxue's beauty, but because Lin Feng helped?

But how could he know Zhou Liran?

At that moment, she was utterly astonished.

Zhou Liran's smile did not fade; he pulled Zhang Yuanqing forward and said earnestly, "Mr. Lin, tonight I came with Director Zhang to discuss a prescription. If you could assist us, it would be an immense honor."

"Would Mr. Lin be willing to join us for dinner?"

"Well..." Lin Feng hesitated.

At that moment, Wang Yuxuan, full of excitement, stepped forward and respectfully addressed Zhang Yuanqing, "Director Zhang, what a coincidence! You're here to discuss prescriptions—why didn't you tell me? I have free time."

"I'm willing to join you and Chairman Zhou. I promise to do my utmost, to use my expertise to help."

"That won't be necessary," Zhang Yuanqing replied coldly, then turned to Lin Feng, bowing with a smile. "Mr. Lin, we have fully adopted the advice you gave Chairman Zhou last time, but we've encountered a new problem recently."

"We had planned to discuss it and then call you for help, but meeting you here tonight is a stroke of luck. We hope you might assist us."

"I'm sorry, I have to accompany someone for dinner. It'll have to wait," Lin Feng replied bluntly, declining without hesitation.

A hush fell over the room.

Everyone's eyes widened in shock!

Lin Feng... actually refused the joint invitation from Chairman Zhou and Director Zhang?

One was a titan of the medical world, the other a leading figure in business. Each was someone countless people longed to associate with, but never could.

And Lin Feng declined?

All those who had just doubted and mocked Lin Feng were now frozen in place.

Even Wang Yuxuan was dumbfounded. He never imagined his own status was worlds apart from Lin Feng's!

He had just scoffed that Lin Feng couldn't find a job, never realizing he was the real clown.

"Well... very well, we'll wait for Mr. Lin. If you finish your meal, you can join us in the next room at any time," Zhou Liran said after a moment's thought, smiling in agreement.

The hotel manager soon arrived, respectfully addressing Zhou Liran, "Chairman Zhou, your private room is ready. Please allow me to escort you inside."

"No need. Leave this private room for Mr. Lin. We'll take the small room next door," Zhou Liran replied politely, bidding Lin Feng farewell before turning to leave.

Zhang Yuanqing also bowed deeply to Lin Feng, then smiled and indicated his departure.

The scene left everyone present in awe.

Su Xionghui could hardly believe that Lin Feng commanded such respect!

Anyone who could earn Zhou Liran's deference could surely wield great influence in Jiangcheng.

"Lin Feng, I never imagined you were so close to Chairman Zhou. I really underestimated you before," Su Xionghui praised Lin Feng after watching Zhou Liran leave.

Lin Feng smiled faintly and shook his head. "It's all thanks to Chairman Zhou's generosity. It's nothing worth mentioning. Let's return to our meal."

Back in the private room, everyone's lips were sealed.

Su Qingxue's aunts were overwhelmed with shame, heads bowed in silence, not daring to meet Lin Feng's eyes.

Wang Yuxuan was even more respectful, cheerfully approaching Lin Feng with a servile grin. "Brother Lin, I never realized how impressive you are—even Director Zhang treats you with such respect. I was completely in the wrong earlier."

"If you see Director Zhang later, could you put in a good word for me? I'd be eternally grateful."

"Sorry, I'm not a hospital doctor, nor do I have a medical license. How could I possibly help a medical genius like you?" Lin Feng shrugged, his tone laced with irony. "I think I'd be better off as a laborer—it suits my status. If I were a doctor, I might end up killing someone."

Su Qingxue nearly burst out laughing at his side!

Let those short-sighted people scorn Lin Feng—now they knew his true abilities.

"I deserve punishment, I deserve punishment! Please forgive me, Brother Lin. I'll kowtow to you—just treat what I said earlier as nonsense and don't hold it against a worthless person like me!"

Wang Yuxuan slapped himself twice, then knelt and repeatedly kowtowed to Lin Feng.

He wasn't truly hoping Lin Feng would speak well of him; he feared Lin Feng might say something bad to Zhang Yuanqing, which would ruin his career forever!

After all, Zhang Yuanqing's word could determine his future.

Seeing Wang Yuxuan so sincere, Lin Feng waved him off. "Get up. For Qingxue's sake, I'll agree to keep your position, but if you disrespect me again, I can't guarantee your career."

"Thank you, Brother Lin! Thank you! You're like a second father to me. I swear I'll never dare again!"

Wang Yuxuan continued to kowtow until Lin Feng told him to rise, then finally got up from the floor.

For the rest of the birthday banquet, everyone treated Lin Feng with utmost respect. Whenever he picked up his chopsticks, the dishes he wanted were placed in his bowl, granting him the highest honor.

Only Liu Farong remained cold, glaring at Lin Feng, still dissatisfied.

A glint of frost flashed in her eyes; she thought, I must inform the old lady about this as soon as possible.

After the feast, Su Xionghui and the others stood to leave.

Outside the private room, he turned to Lin Feng and said earnestly, "Lin Feng, you'd better go see Chairman Zhou and Director Zhang now. Don't keep them waiting."

"Understood, Uncle Su," Lin Feng replied politely, bidding them farewell before heading alone to the next private room.

Su Qingxue also said goodbye to Lin Feng, smiling as she watched him enter the room, then turned to leave the hotel.

Little did she know, as soon as she left the hotel and said goodbye to her father and the others, someone was watching her in secret.

A shadow emerged from the darkness, swept her with a cold glance, and chuckled softly, "The opportunity has come—Lin Feng is finally not guarding her side. Move in!"

Rustle, rustle, rustle!

Four or five men rushed out from a distance. While Su Qingxue was distracted, they closed in, pressed a towel to her mouth and nose, swiftly rendered her unconscious, stuffed her into a sack, and carried her away!