Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

Editor Liu just wants you to hand Magic Lamp to him. What are you going to do? Assistant Cao frowned.

Editor Shen was in private contact with Magic Lamp.

The only reason he had a good place in Pinnacle Studios was because of Magic Lamp. Editor Shen had a feud with Editor Liu only because Editor Liu was being mean to a newcomer comic artist and hence signed this newbie under himself. This was the second author hed ever signed besides Magic Lamp.

He spent most of his time managing Pinnacle Studios app.

Although Magic Lamps return was a hot topic, her credentials and popularity had not surpassed Mu Zinings yet.

Mu Zining had a comic that was undergoing some copyright procedures.

Im fine with that, everyone has their own path and life. Editor Shen smiled. If not for her, I wouldnt be where I am today. You do know what sort of people are in Editor Lius department.

Assistant Cao knew that Mu Zinings identity wasnt a secret As for Editor Liu

Assistant Cao sighed and took a sip of his drink.

He knew there was no turning back for this.

Qin Ran had no idea about the internal affairs of Pinnacle Studios.

She was contacting Mu Nan at the moment and talking to him about their meeting the next day.

The results for the national college entrance examination was out on the 23rd. Scholar Liao gave Qin Ran a call the moment the results were released and said that the difficulty level for this year had been record-breaking.

Mu Nans results even became a hot search topic on the 23rd.

But now that he was officially Scholar Liaos disciple, the information had already been sealed. None of the media outlets dared to release his picture on Weibo.

All that was known was that a person by the name of Mu Nan had managed to score 739 marks, a score so high some considered perverse.

Mu Nan was currently at the Mu familys residence. Having packed Mu Zongyuans belongings, he spent the rest of the day in Shanghai looking for the employee from back then.

Hed managed to gather some useful information over the past 10 days or so.

He thought of returning to his own rented unit, as he had some translation to do and Scholar Liaos materials to work on Staying with the Mu family meant that he was under surveillance at all times, so he decided to rent a unit nearby. This way, it would be convenient for him to investigate as well.

But Butler Mu said that Old Master Mus health wasnt in a good state tonight. Mu Nan didnt have much attachment towards the Mu family, but like Qin Ran, he was soft-hearted.

Old Master Mu was rather pitiful, considering that the entire Mu family was eyeing his assets.

As such, Mu Nan came anyway.

When Qin Ran called, he was in Old Masters bedroom. The family doctor hadnt arrived yet.

That cousin of yours? Old Master Mu was especially weak. Seeing the gentle expression on Mu Nans face, Old Master Mu guessed that hed been speaking to his cousin on the phone.

Mm. Mu Nan responded quietly after hanging up.

Mu Nan had always been a quiet person, Old Master Mu knew that. Old Master Mu said, You wouldnt bring your cousin home to have dinner with us. Let me treat the both of you to a meal outside, is that alright?

Old Master Mu looked so expectant while his hands shook uncontrollably.

Mu Nan looked at him and wondered if he could even make it out of the house tomorrow.

But he didnt agree right away. He simply said, Ill ask her.

Whos this big shot. Your grandfather is treating her to a meal and you have to ask Second Master Mu Zongxis voice could be heard.

Before he could finish his sentence, Old Master Mu stopped him between coughs. You Shut up!

His entire face went red from coughing and he panted for air.

Mu Zongxi did not say anything more about Qin Ran. Dad, dont get angry. Zining is already trying to contact Director Hao. She has a lot of contacts and will surely be able to get Director Hao over!

Mu Nan furrowed his brows as he turned to look at Mu Zongxi quietly.

At this point, a housemaid came into the room with Mu Zining and a doctor. Old Master, Miss Zining has brought Director Hao here!

This is great, Dad! Zining brought Director Hao here! Let him have a look at you! Director Hao just came from the Medical Organization seminar! Mu Zongxis eyes lit up as he exclaimed.

Mu Zining peered in from outside. She was standing beside an elderly man.

A few other Mu family members were standing in the hallway, looking at Mu Zining in agitation.

Medical Organization? Mu Nan repeated it to himself. He found this term familiar.

Mu Zongyuan eyed Mu Nan mockingly.

Butler Mu realized that given Mu Nans place in society, he wouldnt know the existence of the Medical Organization. Hence, he explained, Somewhere in Continent M, the elites of the medical field come together as part of the Medical Organization. Miss Zining is really impressive to have been able to get Director Hao to come.

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Mu Nan nodded. He recalled that Qin Ran had brought someone from the Medical Organization over too when Chen Shulan was in critical condition.

A lot was going on in the room now, so Mu Nan excused himself and left.

When he returned, he told Qin Ran that Old Master Mu hoped to give them a treat.

Although Qin Ran said she wouldnt be bothered by Mu Nans matters, shed actually investigated the Mu family rather thoroughly. She found that while Old Master Mu was a successful businessman, he had never given up on looking for Mu Nans family all these years.

Cheng Juan even let her see Old Master Mus will.

Seeing what hed written in his will, Qin Ran didnt have any adverse feelings towards Old Master Mu. In fact, she wanted to see just what he was like.

Hence, upon hearing that Old Master Mu wanted to meet her, she agreed.

When Qin Ran woke up the following morning, Cheng Juan was already back from his morning run and was showering.

It was 25 degrees Celsius in the bedroom. She stood by the window and got the automatic curtains drawn with the remote control. It was already bright outside, and she could feel the warmth.

What time is your meal appointment? Cheng Juan came out of the shower in a white T-shirt and casual black pants.

He hugged Qin Ran from behind and grabbed her hands. He kissed her tenderly first before resting his chin on her shoulder and looking at her.

Twelve, Qin Ran replied.

Her meal appointment with Mu Nan was set at noon. Old Master Mu picked a famous restaurant in Shanghai.

Cheng Juan led the way, his fingers playing around with Qin Rans. He squeezed each of his fingers through the gaps of hers until their ten fingers were interlocked. He said, Youre not in a rush to draw your comic today, so make a trip down to the Liu family with me? Or would you rather look for Yan Xi first?

Lets go to the Liu family first. Is Brother Gu coming back today? Qin Ran vaguely remembered Cheng Juan saying something like that when she was about to fall asleep the other night.

Mm, probably this afternoon.

There was a lot to attend to in the laboratory recently, but Gu Xichi still made time to return to Shanghai. He had some stuff to retrieve from the base, and there were also matters he had to see to in the hospital there.

Cheng Juan and Qin Ran went to the Liu family in the morning.

The Liu familys household was a historical site, and while most of their area had been renovated, the ancient style was retained.

At about 11, Cheng Mu came and asked for her.

Drive carefully, dont go too fast. Cheng Juan reminded him.

Cheng Mu had heard this from Cheng Wenru, Cheng Jin, Cheng Shui, Qin Xiuchen, and the rest for the past half a month now. He was no longer surprised to hear this reminder and hence simply nodded. Dont worry, Master Juan.

As they left, Master Liu looked thoughtfully at Qin Rans back view. Young Master Cheng and Madam are so loving.

He was discussing such a huge business with Cheng Juan, and Cheng Juan didnt hide anything from Qin Ran at all.

Mu Nan reached the Mu familys household at about 10.

Old Master Mu seemed to be in a better state than the day before. He even wore a festive outfit.

Mu Zongxi was holding some documents and talking to the secretary when he saw Old Master Mu. Dad, you look much better today. Director Hao is really capable youre going out today?

Isnt Xiao Nan meeting his cousin for lunch? Old Master Mu did look more energetic today. He knew that Mu Nan was close to his cousin. If he managed to win her over, he would be winning Mu Nan over too. Zongxi, if you and Zining are free at noon, you can join us.

Mu Zining was the star of the Mu family now. Old Master Mu had heard from the housemaid that Mu Zining was very popular online. With her around, it might be easier for the youngsters to talk.

Dad, what are you saying? Zining is so busy, and she has to meet Young Master Mo to discuss a draft today. In two days, shell be going to Beijing to visit the film set of Film Emperor Qin. She doesnt have the time. Mu Zongxi smiled.

Thats true. Old Master Mu nodded. He turned to Mu Nan and said, Lets go.

Mu Nans expression hadnt changed this whole time. He quietly left with Old Master Mu.

Mu Zongxi burst into laughter as he watched the two men leave.

I wonder what Old Master is thinking, said his assistant beside him.

Mu Zongxi mockingly remarked, Hes an old fogey now.

Was Mu Nan even fit to have Mu Zining accompany him for a meal?

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