Chapter 449

Chapter 449: Chapter 449

Chenyang nodded and said with a wry smile, "Honestly, all the trouble I went through fighting Lin Jiji was just to clear my name and get a little revenge on him in the process.

As for saving Lin Yongkun, that was purely a coincidence where I happened to be there to help. And preserving Lin Xiaoyue’s reputation was even more of an unintentional act. If you hadn’t brought it up, I probably wouldn’t have even thought about it."

Sister Rose smiled. "Your starting point may have just been for yourself, but in the process, whether intentional or not, you did indeed save them.

Lin Yongkun is no ordinary person. The favor of you saving his life is enough for him to protect you and ensure your safety in Yang City! And Lin Xiaoyue is the most outstanding and beloved jewel of the Lin Family’s third generation. Saving her this one time is enough to earn you the Lin Family’s endless gratitude."

"If I said I’m not interested in their gratitude, would you call me a hypocrite?"

"If it were anyone else, I definitely would. But you... I won’t! Because you’re different. Your temperament, ability, and intelligence far surpass most people your age."

Sister Rose paused for a moment, then said meaningfully, "And that is the second reason I chose to make a deal with you."

"Just because I seem a little smart, you gave up on dealing with anyone else?"

"That’s right. I like strong people, and an essential quality for any strong person is to be smart enough. Otherwise, they’re no different from a reckless brute with a pile of muscles."

"Thanks for the compliment, but it won’t stop me from trying to get a high price from you."

Seeing Chenyang’s greedy expression, Sister Rose couldn’t help but scoff, "I’m a beautiful woman, you know, and I’ve been nothing but frank with you from the very beginning. Can’t you be a gentleman and give me a little ground?"

Chenyang’s gaze drifted to the cleavage threatening to spill from Sister Rose’s neckline. "You’re a beautiful woman, but you’re not being ’frank’ enough."

Seeing this, Sister Rose suddenly leaned in close to Chenyang, intentionally-yet-unintentionally brushing her chest against his. Then, she whispered with her red lips by his ear, "If we close the deal at two million, I can be ’frank’ enough for you, just once."

Chenyang raised an eyebrow. "Is this you trying to seduce me?"

"Don’t be so blunt. I just want to have a... deeper exchange with a smart man like you."

"Just an exchange? Or are you using a honey trap to swindle me again?"

"You..."

Sister Rose was taken aback for a moment, then straightened up. "How about this: if you trust me, it’s two million plus one night with me. If you don’t, I’ll give you two million now, and another million after this is all over!"

Chenyang chuckled playfully. "A powerful career woman like Sister Rose... is one night with you only worth a million?"

"A million for a night isn’t a low price."

"Hahaha, alright! We’ll do it your way! Let’s solve the problem at hand first. We can figure out the million—or the one night—later."

After speaking, Chenyang turned to the reporters. "Sorry, everyone. This beautiful lady next to me has already bought the two secrets. If I come across any other news in the future, I’ll be sure to come to you first."

The reporters were all a bit disappointed, but they didn’t argue.

Because they all either knew Sister Rose or had heard of her.

The moment she appeared, they had already guessed the outcome. The only reason they were still standing there was a sliver of wishful thinking.

Now that their last bit of hope was shattered, they all retreated sullenly.

Of course, that didn’t mean their job was over.

Some continued to pepper Lin Jiji with thorny questions, while others turned to question Sister Rose.

"As Lin Jiji’s agent, do you have any comment on this matter?"

"Are you here representing the company behind Lin Jiji to handle this? We’d like to ask if you or the company were involved in what Lin Jiji did, or if you were aware of his actions?"

Faced with the reporters’ difficult questions, Lin Jiji grew increasingly flustered and panicked.

But Sister Rose maintained her calm smile.

Even with microphones practically shoved in her face, her expression didn’t change.

Only when the chaotic din of questions began to die down did she speak, her voice unhurried. "Regarding Lin Jiji’s various affairs, the company will hold a special press conference to provide a public explanation. If you’re interested, you are welcome to attend then.

As for right now, we are publicly handling Doctor Chen’s matter. I believe that whether as members of the media or as bystanders, the first thing you should do is give Chenyang and the hospital leadership space to resolve this official business."