Hey Xiao Dong, your old grandpa isn't dead yet!

Thank you for your concern, Grandpa. My grandfather is still in good health, though not quite as healthy as you are.

Professor Qian, flattered by the flattery, was overjoyed; his face, adorned with Zou Wen's features, beamed with a smile that resembled a chrysanthemum.

Hey Xiao Dong, let me introduce you. I won't go into the details of these four old guys; you probably already know who these four old codgers are.

The four professors glared angrily at Professor Qian.

Mr. Qian ignored them and began to introduce Li Mu on his own.

Come, come, let me introduce you to this young friend. He is a master of pharmaceuticals who has designed various fields of medicine and has a sensational influence in all areas of medicine. You can also call him Master Mu.

Carpenter Dong Jiarui suddenly stood up, his eyes wide. After calming down for a few seconds, he realized that his behavior was very impolite and quickly apologized to the group.

Someone specifically addressed Li Mu, saying, "I am overwhelmed with trepidation at the honor of seeing Master Mu's true face, and I hope you will forgive me."

Li Mu smiled and shook his head to indicate that it was alright.

Extend your hand, Mr. Mu, my name is Dong Jiarui.

The men in the restaurant all stared intently at Dong Jiarui as he reached out his hand.

Because the little girl was at the PRC while Qin Yin was at the military base handling matters—company affairs, matters gathered from the political and military circles—he was so busy that he forgot the time.

Assistant Wang arrived last night, so he had no idea why the boss who went to see the carpenter suddenly didn't come back. He had countless exclamation marks in his mind, but he didn't dare to ask.

Two soldiers carried two large plates of food to a table to the side, then saluted Qin Yin and said, "Commander Qin, it's time to eat."

"What time is it?" Qin Yin asked without even looking up.

Commander Qin, it's lunchtime, time to eat.

Hmm, I put down my pen, closed the file, and then looked up.

As soon as I looked up, I saw Assistant Wang standing in front of me with a grin.

Qin Yin merely glanced at it briefly before turning his gaze to the food on the table.

"Take these meals with you and come with me." He was about to leave when he turned back and looked at Assistant Wang.

"You don't need to go," he said, picking up the mask from the table and putting it on.

When Qin Yin was at the restaurant, he saw a man extend his hand, and the little girl wanted to shake it too.

Gang Mang took a long stride to meet him, saying as he walked.

What a lively day! All five of you came out.

Before they could finish speaking, Qin Yin had already arrived and interrupted Li Mu's outstretched hand.

The five professors nodded slightly when they saw the visitors.

Qin Yin nodded slightly in return to the five professors.

Everyone in the restaurant stood up when they saw Qin Yin.

Qin Yin waved his hand and made a downward gesture, which made the people in the restaurant relax.

"Today's a bit special. Isn't it because our young pharmacist friend has joined our core research lab? Shouldn't we old guys give him a welcome?" Professor Qian said with a laugh.

Oh, do you suggest I join you all?

"That's wonderful! I wouldn't have dared to invite you, but you've come of your own accord. I couldn't be happier." Another professor smiled kindly and gently.

Well then, I'm sorry to bother you. Please have a seat.

Professor Qian was on one side of Li Mu, and Dong Jiarui was on the other side. So, Qin Yin went to the other side of Li Mu and used his body to separate Dong Jiarui and Li Mu.

After sitting down, Qin Yin waved his hand behind him.

Two soldiers behind him dragged over various dishes, put them down, and then respectfully withdrew.

Dong Jiarui had turned into a stone sculpture, standing there blankly.

Professor Qian glanced at Dong Jiarui.

What's wrong, Xiao Dong? Please sit down. Do you want His Excellency the General to wait for you?

Huh? Oh, I'm sorry.

Dong Jiarui quickly apologized, "I'm sorry, General."

"Hurry up and sit down to eat," Professor Qian urged.

Many people dining at the restaurant knew Qin Yin, but few had actually seen him. They were all shocked to see him arrive, and their meals became somewhat unsettling. They hurriedly took a bite and then felt like fleeing, all because of Qin Yin's overwhelming aura.

At this moment, only Qin Yin's table and Dr. Chen, who was sitting alone in the distance, remained in the restaurant.

Dr. Chen was speechless when Qin Yin entered. You see, when he first came to the research lab, his target was not Dong Jiarui, but this general who always wore a mask. He worked hard and improved himself, all in order to attract the general's attention.

When he first met the general, he found himself instantly captivated, feeling that only a man like him was worthy of him.

He was different from other soldiers. He felt that there was something about this man that attracted him; he had a strong old-money vibe about him.

It's like a person nurtured by an environment that is rich in both spiritual and material aspects.

That's actually true, which is why he gives people a sense of slight distance.

Because he was wearing a mask, Dr. Chen could only sense these things, and that alone made Dr. Chen unable to extricate himself from the situation.

Let me clarify this point first: Qin Yin wore different masks in different places.

Before his soldiers, Qin Yin wore a Shura mask, his expression complex and mysterious, solemn, dignified, and cold.

The masks worn in settings like auction houses resemble those worn by the Prince of Lanling.

Now, the one I wear is the kind that partially covers my face, leaving only the area below my nose exposed.

Hehe, otherwise it wouldn't be convenient to eat, hehe.

Thinking of this, Dr. Chen silently cheered himself up, got up and walked to Li Mu's table, smiling as he approached the group.

General, five professors, I never expected you to eat in the cafeteria.

"Ah, Xiao Chen, you've finished eating?" Professor Qian asked with a smile, glancing at where Dr. Chen had just been sitting.

This question was quite perplexing, as it immediately put Dr. Chen in an awkward position.

Dr. Chen, who had already prepared a draft in his mind, was unable to utter a single word.

Yes, Professor Qian, I have finished eating.

Look how polite Xiao Chen is! He even greeted us old folks after finishing his meal.

Professor Ouyang patted Professor Qian on the shoulder and said.

After saying that, he shook his head with a "tsk tsk tsk" sound. "Little Chen, remember to put your plate back after you finish eating next time."

Dr. Chen's already stiff smile froze on the spot.

Dong Jiarui didn't even glance at Dr. Chen; his eyes were only on Li Mu.

Qin Yin didn't even glance at Dr. Chen; his gaze, hidden behind his mask, was fixed on Dong Jiarui, who was looking at Li Mu, as if he wanted to pierce through him with his eyes.

The atmosphere became unusually awkward for a moment.

Sensing the eerie atmosphere, Li Mu stood up.

The moment Li Mu stood up, several pairs of eyes turned to him.

I'm sorry, I'm not very hungry, so I'll be leaving now. Please enjoy your meal.

After saying that, Li Mu left without looking back.