People are strange. After Xing Zheng said this, Lin Zhengde and Xiao Yue believed Shen Su's words even more, and the couple's expressions gradually turned ugly.
When Lin Mei first said Chen Qi was cheating, they indeed felt Lin Mei was being petulant and didn't take it to heart. But now, with others saying it, they believed it.
Neither Shen Su nor Xing Zheng had any reason to sow discord between them and Chen Qi. Moreover, Xing Zheng had specifically said it was a misunderstanding earlier, to avoid damaging their relationship.
Lin Zhengde's expression was serious. After thinking for a moment, he asked, "Did Chen Qi really go upstairs with another woman?"
Shen Su: "Indeed."
Xing Zheng: "Manager Chen has many social engagements. He should know what he's doing."
Lan Lan leaned closer to Feng Feng and whispered, "Xing Zheng is really good at stirring up trouble."
If he had directly told the elders that Chen Qi was involved with someone else, they would never have believed him. But with this approach, he had successfully made them suspect Chen Qi.
Once suspicion sets in, no matter what Chen Qi says or does later, they would be reserved. They would certainly not trust him as they did before.
This way, Lin Mei's breakup with Chen Qi would have a resolution. At the very least, Lin Zhengde would not threaten Lin Mei with the surgery to force her to marry Chen Qi.
Xiao Yue's expression was complex. She didn't ask Xing Zheng and Shen Su further, but instead looked at Lan Lan and Feng Feng on the sofa, "Do you know about Chen Qi's situation?"
"Lin Mei only said she wanted to break up, she didn't say why," Feng Feng said, advancing by retreating, with a look of regret. "They've been together for so many years. If Chen Qi really did something like this, how heartbroken Lin Mei must be."
Parents naturally dote on their children. After hearing this, Xiao Yue felt even more sorry for Lin Mei. "So what Mei Mei said was true..."
"What did she say?" Lan Lan feigned ignorance, covering her mouth with a surprised expression. "Teacher Xiao, did Lin Mei tell you about Chen Qi?"
"She did," Lin Zhengde answered Lan Lan. Ever since hearing Xing Zheng and Shen Su's words, Lin Zhengde's expression had been quite grim, as if he were deep in thought.
Lin Mei completed the discharge procedures and, after going upstairs, began packing her belongings to transfer to another hospital.
Xing Zheng even stayed to help. He openly took the things from Lin Mei's hands and even offered Lin Zhengde a ride in his car, claiming his car was more spacious.
Thanks to Xing Zheng and Shen Su's connections, the hospital admission procedures went very smoothly. The private hospital's service was impeccable, with staff guiding them throughout. Lin Mei swiped her card, and the procedures were completed.
Lin Zhengde's single room was a one-bedroom, one-living room setup, giving it a homey feel. There were two beds in the bedroom, providing a place for the accompanying person to rest.
Lin Mei was very satisfied with the environment. She subconsciously looked for Xing Zheng and found he was no longer in the room.
Feng Feng noticed Lin Mei's intention and whispered, "They've gone to find the doctor."
Lan Lan also whispered to Lin Mei, "Xing Zheng seems quite attentive to Teacher Lin. Have you two broken up or not?"
Lin Mei shook her head. She hadn't properly explained to them about sleeping with Xing Zheng again.
"I knew it," Lan Lan suddenly understood why Xing Zheng had said those words to the elders earlier.
A few minutes later, Xing Zheng and Shen Su returned to the room, accompanied by a nurse.
Xing Zheng introduced the nurse to Lin Zhengde and Xiao Yue, "This is Zhang Fei, the head nurse of the cardiac surgery department. You can find her anytime if you need anything, and she will make arrangements."
Xiao Yue: "Hello, Nurse Zhang. Thank you all so much."
Xing Zheng: "You're welcome. There will be a specialist consultation tomorrow. Once the treatment plan is finalized, surgery will be arranged immediately."
"Mei Mei, hurry and take Mr. Xing and the others out for a meal!" Since they had helped so much, Xiao Yue felt indebted and asked Lin Mei to take them out for dinner.
Lin Mei agreed and booked a private room at a nearby restaurant. When she went to get her car, Xing Zheng followed her.
Lin Mei did not refuse Xing Zheng. On the way to the restaurant, she glanced at the man beside her and softly said, "Thank you." This was the first time they had spoken alone that day.
Lin Mei wasn't sure why Xing Zheng had come in person today, but he had indeed helped a great deal. Shen Su's wholehearted assistance was certainly due to Xing Zheng's connection.
Xing Zheng sat to the side, propping his head with one arm, and tilted his head to look at the woman in the driver's seat. Her expression when she thanked him was slightly awkward, yet charming, making one want to tease her.
Xing Zheng curved his lips and teased, "Great kindness needs no words, but I would prefer it if you showed it through actions."
The words themselves were not problematic, but coming from Xing Zheng, they took on a different meaning, as if carrying some implication. Lin Mei chose to believe she was overthinking.
"If there's anything you need my help with, feel free to..."
"Were you calling me last night about the hospital?"
For some reason, Xing Zheng suddenly brought this up. Lin Mei refused to admit it, "I called the wrong number."
Xing Zheng chuckled. At this moment, Lin Mei happened to stop for a red light. Xing Zheng stepped forward, cupped her chin, and turned her delicate face towards him.
His gaze was wicked and flirtatious. Lin Mei felt as if she had been stripped bare, making her extremely uncomfortable. However, the man's grip was firm, leaving her with no room to resist.
The man's dry fingers suddenly touched her lips, and he chuckled, "Sister Lin's lips are truly stubborn."
Lin Mei: "..."
"I saw the retracted message." Thinking of that message, Xing Zheng's smile became even more pronounced. "Sister Lin, you look so cute when you're jealous and refuse to admit it."
Lin Mei's face instantly flushed. She didn't even remember the specific content of the retracted message, but since it was retracted, it must have been because the words were not appropriate for their current relationship.
Due to Xing Zheng's teasing, Lin Mei's face remained flushed all the way to the restaurant. As soon as she got out of the car, Lan Lan and Feng Feng noticed something was off about her. They quickly came over and surrounded her.
Lan Lan glanced at Xing Zheng and whispered to Lin Mei, "You two didn't... in the car, did you?"
"What nonsense are you talking about!" Lin Mei interrupted Lan Lan. Lan Lan stroked her chin, studying Lin Mei's expression. "But you look like you're smitten, like a young girl blushing from being teased by someone she just started dating."
Lin Mei tried to appear calm and retorted, "You're mistaken."
"Is that so?" Lan Lan raised an eyebrow at Feng Feng. "Mr. Feng, what do you think?"
Feng Feng: "Ms. Lan is absolutely right."
Lin Mei: "..."
It was one thing for Lan Lan to joke, but for Feng Feng to join in the teasing.
When they arrived at the private room and took their seats, Xing Zheng boldly sat next to Lin Mei. Lin Mei tried to move away, but Xing Zheng grabbed her wrist and wouldn't let go.
Shen Su saw this and teased with a smile, "Old Xing is rarely this clingy. Lin Mei, just give in to him."