"It's still those eyes." Lin Hongqi laughed heartily. "This little guy has always looked at me with such longing eyes since he was little. I can recognize him just by looking at those eyes. Is his current makeover better or worse? Could he still look like before? I heard from you that Yao'er's illness is cured."
"Yao'er, why don't you go remove your makeup and let your uncle see your true face?" Lin Hongmei's tone was very proud. She was looking forward to her older brother's reaction after seeing Lin Yao's true appearance.
"Okay," Lin Yao agreed and left the bedroom.
Lin Yao was very satisfied with this outcome. Lin Hongqi hadn't forcefully pressured him to hand over the formula, which meant that the military leadership hadn't issued such an unreasonable and absolute order, and there was room for negotiation. He could first quote an exorbitant price of two hundred million, then make them agree to the final payment. This way, he could showcase Lin Hongqi's capabilities. Since he already had a backup plan, he could simply give a big credit to his uncle, who had always doted on him—a win-win situation.
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Chapter 103 A Handsome Young Man
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If you're going to dress up, go for the full outfit. Lin Yao understood what his mother, Lin Hongmei, meant. She wanted him to present his best image in front of his maternal uncle, to make his maternal family, who had been concerned for him for over twenty years, happy and gratified, and also to give his maternal uncle a little surprise.
Taking out his newly purchased casual clothes from the closet, Lin Yao slipped out of the room and went into the bathroom.
The two little ones were playing in the living room with Ruan Lingling and Alina. They were very well-behaved and did not disturb Lin Yao's serious conversation. They also never entered the restricted area that the veterans took turns entering—the master bedroom. They just laughed and played freely in the living room. Occasionally, a few veterans who had taken turns would be in a good mood and spend some time with the little ones, which made them even more proud.
Ruan Lingling had been keeping a close eye on Lin Yao. By now, her burns had mostly healed, but her new skin was still very delicate, and Lin Yao was worried that she might accidentally prick it with something hard, so he insisted that she keep the bandage on for a few more days. Ruan Lingling naturally followed Lin Yao's instructions. She had examined the wound and found that it didn't have the mottled, pale marks she had imagined. The even skin tone put her mind at ease. All girls love beauty, and no one wants to have frightening scars on their bodies.
Ruan Lingling caught a glimpse of Lin Yao slipping into the bathroom with his clothes in her hand. In those few seconds, she realized something exciting—Lin Yao was getting ready! And the clothes didn't resemble his previous two styles. She could recite Lin Yao's recent outfits perfectly, from his outer coats and jackets to his socks, shoes, and even which underwear he wore. Recalling how she had secretly peeked at his underwear from the balcony, Ruan Lingling blushed.
It wasn't his usual look; the clothes Lin Yao was holding were casual wear he'd never been seen wearing before, so he must be reverting to his original appearance. Considering that Lin Yao's uncle had visited earlier that day, Ruan Lingling was even more certain that Lin Yao had gone into the bathroom to revert to his original form.
Her heart began to pound, and Ruan Lingling felt her breathing become labored, her mind going blank. She nervously counted the time, her eyes frequently glancing at the corridor leading to the bathroom, afraid that she might miss those few seconds of opportunity. She even lost the will to take care of Xiao Guli.
"Aunt Lingling, look how pretty the little fish I drew is!"
After an unknown amount of time, Ruan Lingling was awakened by Xiao Guli. Looking at the little guy tugging at her right hand, she glanced at the drawing paper in his hand and then praised, "Beautiful, very beautiful." Then she was about to look at the paper again.
"But Sister Nannan said her little horse is prettier, I don't believe it, my little fish is prettier." Xiao Guli insisted, determined to drag Ruan Lingling to be a judge.
Ruan Lingling had no choice but to start commenting. Arguing with the little guy would only lead to compromise. "Sister Nannan's little horse is very pretty, and Lili's little fish is also very pretty. It's just that the color of the eyes is a little wrong. Fish can be red, yellow, or cyan, but not green. Fish don't have that color."
"There are green fish, and I've even touched them," Xiao Guli argued, looking rather aggrieved.
"Lili, be good. There are indeed green fish, but they are very rare. Many people have never seen them, so you can't use green when you draw. Listen to Aunt Lingling, okay?" Lin Yao came to the living room at some point, walked to the little guy's side, and patted his head to comfort him.
At the same time, a thought struck him, and he became even more curious about Xiao Guli's identity. Green fish are still very rare in China, and Lin Yao had never seen one before. He had only seen related pictures and reports online. It is a type of mandarin fish imported from the Czech Republic and Spain. It is entirely green, with scales as small as sesame seeds. Its body is as smooth as silk, and its flesh is tender and delicious. It is quite expensive, and currently it is only occasionally farmed by farmers in Zhejiang.
The Ding Gui fish, known as the royal pet fish, is widely distributed in inland rivers and lakes throughout Europe. It comes in various colors and is kept as an ornamental fish. The green variety is particularly prized in China; most people have never even heard of it, let alone handled a live one. It seems Xiao Guli's family is quite wealthy, which adds another seemingly insignificant piece of information to Lin Yao's mind.
"Uncle Yao is the most handsome. I like seeing Uncle Yao when he's handsome, not when he's dressed up." Nannan immediately jumped into Lin Yao's arms and gave him a big kiss after he picked her up.
"Daddy, I want a hug too." Little Guli reached out and joined in the fun without being left behind, imitating Lin Yao by giving him a few kisses. "Lili also likes to see Daddy acting like he's not playing house."
Ruan Lingling was frozen in place, her wide eyes staring at Lin Yao's face, her rosy lips slightly parted, feeling her heart race and her head spin.
So handsome! Only one thought remained in Ruan Lingling's mind. Her crystal-clear skin faintly glowed with a thin layer of light. After washing away the impurities that deceived the eye, her straight nose and facial contours were revealed in their original form. Her eyes, which had been deliberately elongated and curved downwards, were also restored to their original appearance. These eyes alone were enough to make Ruan Lingling lose herself. She felt as if those deep pools of eyes had absorbed all her mind and spirit, leaving her unable to extricate herself.
At this moment, Lin Yao was laughing heartily, his face being kissed by the two little ones in a competitive manner. The ticklish feeling, coupled with his increasingly smooth career recently, made him feel extremely happy. His messy short hair, which he had disguised as a man, was now neat and tidy again. The small water droplets left on the ends of his hair shimmered in the bright light coming through the window, making Ruan Lingling, who had been watching closely, even more mesmerized.
"Come on, let me take you to see your great-uncle. We'll be accompanying him on a trip these next few days." Lin Yao gave Xiao Guli a kiss on the little girl's cheek, and then immediately gave Nannan another one. These kinds of things have to be done in bulk, otherwise things won't stop.
Turning towards the bedroom, Ruan Lingling's gaze still followed Lin Yao's figure. At this moment, she saw that his figure was no longer bloated, and his tall and slender back looked so dashing and elegant.
Alina had long noticed Ruan Lingling's unusual behavior. Every time the young girl secretly glanced at Lin Yao, Alina, who was with her, would notice. She could clearly sense the excellence of her husband's newly recognized younger brother, and she also knew that Lin Yao didn't have any special feelings for Ruan Lingling. The young girl's feelings were destined to be in vain.
Thinking of this, Alina sighed almost imperceptibly. Recalling Lin Yao's earlier demeanor, she had to admit that her younger brother was becoming more and more handsome. After recovery and exercise, Lin Yao's face and body were no longer thin and gaunt, and he was even more attractive than when she first saw him. Remembering her husband Ge Yong's assessment of Lin Yao's future, Alina thought of him as a "handsome young man."
"Yao'er?" Lin Hongqi stared at Lin Yao in surprise, almost unable to recognize him. He quickly regained his composure, realizing that his question was unnecessary. His pupils contracted sharply, and a smile bloomed on his face, radiating an excited ecstasy.
Lin Yao looked at Lin Hongqi with a smile, noticing the surprise and confusion on his uncle's face. A warm feeling radiated from his heart throughout his body. He was moved by the surprise shown by his uncle, who had cared for him for over twenty years. The health problem that had weighed on his loved ones' hearts for so many years had finally been resolved. This was the greatest gift his family had hoped for.
Health, health is a blessing, a gift that all those who truly care and love each other pray for. His thug-like appearance is a world apart from his frail physique before he received Xiaocao. Although he still looks somewhat eerie, he has returned to normal, which makes Lin Hongqi very gratified and happy. His current handsome and dashing appearance shows that illness and pain have departed; how could Lin Hongqi not be extremely excited?
Lin Hongqi rushed towards Lin Yao, opened his arms and hugged him tightly. Overwhelmed with emotion, he disregarded age and status, and kissed Lin Yao's forehead directly, just like when he was a child and he kissed a fragile life in his arms. The sound was very crisp.
"Grandpa, you're going to crush me to death!" Little Guli cried out in grievance, his small body twisting with difficulty. Nannan simply let out a long scream to protest being abused.
Hahaha, Lin Hongqi loosened the grip on his arm, moved a little distance away, and looked carefully at Lin Yao's face. Tears welled up in his eyes, his nose tingled, and he felt a surge of emotion. The suffering was finally over for this family. Thank God.
Lin Hongmei stood aside wiping away tears. Years of hard work had finally paid off. As a mother, she was the most excited and happiest person. At this moment, she was infected by her elder brother Lin Hongqi's emotions, and tears of happiness streamed down her face like pearls from a broken string.
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Chapter 14 Xiaocao’s adventure
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Lin Hongqi had already reported the situation to his superiors by phone, and the response he received was to closely monitor the situation, intensify public relations efforts, and try to persuade Lin Yao's family to lower their demands so that both sides could receive the information and facilitate such cooperation. Clearly, the military leadership didn't actually expect to obtain the formula and process for free; the medicinal liquid used in the drought-resistant beverage was far too valuable, and donating it free of charge would be asking too much.
Recognizing its value for national defense applications, the Central Military Commission established a special research group. They obtained remaining samples from the State Drug Administration and convened experts and scholars for research. The applications of the medicinal liquid were expanded, and its assessed value increased. Some experts even argued that using this liquid solely to alleviate the health of drought-stricken victims was a waste, suggesting that the state allocate funds to provide sufficient drinking water to replace these drought-resistant beverages for national defense purposes.
Lin Hongqi was reassigned a new task, and his vacation was extended indefinitely. From this information, he realized the immense value of the prescriptions and techniques his sister's family possessed. He also felt guilty for asking them for the medicine. He thought that his sister's family would likely be subject to state surveillance and even restrictions on their movements in the future, since this medicine was too important to be allowed to circulate.
With this understanding, Lin Hongqi stopped haggling with Lin Yao over the price and decided to report according to the Lin Yao family's wishes, acting only as a mouthpiece, as long as the technology was truly under the control of the state. Fortunately, seeing so many veterans serving the Lin Yao family, and although almost all of them were disabled, the aura they inadvertently exuded eased Lin Hongqi's worries slightly. This was a group of elite soldiers, still elite even in their disabilities.
With her worries gone, Lin Hongqi let Lin Yao arrange the trip. Her younger sister, Lin Hongmei, occasionally accompanied her to attractions within the city, but Lin Yao was the only one to accompany her to places outside the city. Lin Hongmei was too busy with her work; the tedious financial work was too much for her, and even with over twenty people under her, she was still overwhelmed.