Chapter 1866: Is She That Impressive?

This is Auntie. Grandpa has a son and a daughter. His son, Jhiang Yi, became a doctor in his youth and is now a prominent figure in the field of traditional Chinese medicine. Auntie was born into a scholarly family and met Uncle during their first love at university. A few years after she married into the family, Grandma passed away, so Auntie took on the role of managing the household, diligently taking care of the Jhiang’s House for decades to ensure the men had no worries. She has a gentle temper, perhaps because she took responsibility at an early age. She is very affectionate towards Madam Xu, her little sister-in-law. Their sister-in-law relationship has been close for decades. Being the eldest sister is akin to being a mother, and she certainly embodies that.

Xu Shu also called out, “Auntie, these are from Mom; she went to the orchard a few days ago and picked some fresh fruit. She brought some here for you and Grandpa.”

“She sent a batch earlier; there’s no way we can finish it all.”

Xu Shu wasn’t surprised at all.

“Auntie, who is Grandpa hosting today?”

“Some of his old friends; you all have seen them before, so they’re not strangers. The guests aren’t here yet, but you’ve come early. Perfect timing, Ah Shu, you accompany your Grandpa in chess, and I’ll take Tingting to measure for some clothes. You arrived just right today; I called the tailor over. When things are less busy later, Ah Shu, you should come for measurements too.”

The brother and sister both agreed one after the other.

At ten in the morning, the guests arrived one after another.

Xu Tingting was originally sneaking around the back, carrying a bucket to go fishing, but Auntie caught her and brought her to greet the young guests at the front.

She knew everyone who came, but they were childhood acquaintances she hadn’t seen in many years. Initially, Xu Tingting was a bit reserved, but after chatting more, her sociable nature emerged quickly. She naturally took on the role of a tour guide, leading her girl friends around the garden.

“Tingting, isn’t that your big brother?”

“Where?” Xu Tingting was mid-conversation and stopped abruptly.

“There, standing next to him seems to be Grandpa Lin’s granddaughter, named Lin Shu. Oh yes! It’s Lin Shu! No wonder the name sounds so familiar. She’s become quite a notable surgeon in recent years. I thought she was abroad. When did she return to the country?”

Xu Tingting, subconsciously curious, edged closer, but dared not fully expose herself. She inexplicably wanted to hide, yet was really curious, peeping to get a clearer look at that woman’s appearance.

“Why is she standing with Brother Shu!”

“I’m puzzled too. Lin Shu has always been aloof. Previously, when our families gathered, she was the aloof one, disinclined to join us. Everywhere she went, she carried a medical book. I thought she was really indifferent and cold, but it turns out she had her eyes set on a good one!”

Most of the girls were fans of Xu Shu. After all, they grew up in a family with a strong medical background, influenced indirectly. Standing here, they were all doctors cultivated by their families. Regarding Xu Shu, who is extremely talented and gifted, they naturally admired him. Additionally, Xu Shu has devoted himself to medicine over the years and never had a romantic relationship. This doctor, who is handsome, fit, and genuinely capable, has almost become a deity in their hearts.

Suddenly, one day, another person stood beside this deity, a mere mortal, worse yet, a woman, causing them to gnash their teeth in frustration.

“No wonder she came!”

Xu Tingting’s brow twitched as she tugged on the sleeve of the person beside her, “This Lin Shu, is she really that capable?”

“Which aspect do you mean?”

Xu Tingting swallowed back her words and changed to another: “In medicine.”