Stepdaughter of a wealthy family? The little darling of a Beijing tycoon

"Please invite our two distinguished guests into the living room and have them seated. Serve the finest pre-Qingming Longjing tea." Shen Jingshu instructed casually, then looked up at the butler and asked softly, "By the way, is Uncle Li home today?"

The butler bowed and replied, "Master went to the company early this morning to handle official business and is not at the villa for the time being. The young masters are also out on their own. You are the only one at home at the moment."

After saying this, the butler quickly went to the courtyard gate to greet the guests, and a moment later led Old Master Mo and Mo Hanzhou into the spacious and elegant living room.

Shen Jingshu saw the old man and the young man walk into the living room side by side. She calmly stood up and, as a hostess, gestured with her hand, "Mr. Mo, Mr. Mo, please have a seat."

After taking his seat, Grandpa Mo smiled gently and said with emotion, "Little girl, we meet again."

Shen Jingshu nodded and smiled. She then instructed, "Butler, serve tea."

The butler acknowledged and withdrew. A moment later, he personally brewed some pre-rain Longjing tea and brought it to the two of them. He then quietly left the living room, sending all the servants to the courtyard, leaving the three of them alone in the large living room.

With a solemn expression, Old Master Mo introduced the young man beside him first: "This gentleman beside me is my eldest grandson, Mo Hanzhou. Today, my grandson and I have come here specifically to express our sincere gratitude. A few days ago, I suffered a sudden heart attack and collapsed in the antique street. If it weren't for your timely rescue, I'm afraid I would have already lost my life."

"Mr. Mo, there's no need to be so polite." Shen Jingshu's expression was calm and composed. "Practicing medicine and saving lives is my duty. If any passerby had collapsed in danger that day, I would have helped them in the same way."

"His character is rare, and his demeanor is even more remarkable," Old Master Mo praised.

Shen Jingshu said apologetically, "It's really unfortunate that the elders and my brothers are all out on business today. I hope you two will forgive any shortcomings in our hospitality."

"We came without prior appointment, it has nothing to do with you." Old Master Mo waved his hand, his tone becoming more sincere. "The debt of saving my life is heavier than Mount Tai. Young friend, please make a wish. Whether it is financial investment, industrial cooperation, or precious antiques, as long as it is within the power of my Mo family, I will grant it."

Mo Hanzhou, standing to the side, had a slight glint in his eyes. He knew very well how heavy the promise his grandfather had made was. Countless wealthy and powerful families, both at home and abroad, could not obtain a single promise from the Mo family patriarch. Even if Shen Jingshu asked for an astronomical sum of money, shares, or land, the patriarch would fulfill it without hesitation.

However, Shen Jingshu showed no joy or eagerness on her face. She simply picked up her celadon teacup, took a sip, and calmly raised her eyes: "Elder Mo's visit today must not be solely for expressing gratitude and making promises, right?"

Grandpa Mo was taken aback, then burst into hearty laughter: "You're a very perceptive girl, you can't hide anything. That's right, that day you stabilized my dying heart with just a few golden needles, and the subsequent medical examination even showed that my heart disease, which I'd had for many years, had greatly improved. I'm very curious, do you practice ancient Chinese medicine?"

"I am not a regular practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine; I practice Taoist medicine," Shen Jingshu answered truthfully.

"A Taoist healer?" Old Master Mo's eyes lit up suddenly. "So, young friend, you are a member of the orthodox Xuanmen sect?"

Shen Jingshu nodded gently in confirmation.

All of Old Master Mo's doubts were instantly resolved; no wonder his medical skills were so extraordinary at such a young age. He pondered for a moment, then said with a hint of earnestness, "In that case, I would like to ask if there is any possibility of a complete cure for my chronic heart condition that has plagued me for half my life? Over the years, I have visited many renowned Chinese and Western medicine doctors, but they can only manage it conservatively with long-term medication, without being able to eradicate it. This is my biggest worry."

Shen Jingshu did not immediately agree to treat him. She understood human nature well; if she agreed too hastily, even if she possessed genuine medical skills, the grandfather and granddaughter would inevitably have some doubts.

But when she looked up at the thick, warm golden light of merit surrounding Old Master Mo, she was unwilling to miss this opportunity. By diligently treating her old ailment, she was sure to accumulate a considerable amount of merit, which would greatly benefit her own cultivation.

Just as she was weighing the pros and cons, Mo Hanzhou spoke first, his tone earnest and solemn: "Miss Shen, as long as you can completely cure my grandfather's long-standing heart disease, the Mo family is willing to treat you as a lifelong honored guest. In the future, whatever you need in terms of wealth, resources, or overseas channels, the Mo family will do everything in its power to help you."

Mo Hanzhou was deeply considering the matter. Old Master Mo was the pillar of the Mo family; as long as the old man was healthy, there would be no internal strife within the group. Currently, the Mo family was in a crucial transition phase, focusing all its efforts on relocating back to the domestic market, and no mishaps were permissible. Furthermore, he had been raised by the old man from a young age, and their bond was deep; the old man's safety was his top priority.

Shen Jingshu pondered for a moment and then slowly said, "A complete cure is not difficult, but the treatment course is rather long and requires gradual conditioning; it cannot be rushed."

"No problem!" Old Master Mo immediately replied, "My grandson and I are returning to China with the intention of settling in Beijing long-term. We have plenty of time and will follow your arrangements."

"In that case, let's exchange contact information. I'll notify you once I've drafted a complete treatment plan, and then I'll officially begin the treatment."

The three finalized the treatment plan in a harmonious atmosphere. After a brief pause, Shen Jingshu changed the subject, calmly bringing up another matter: "By the way, President Mo's return to China this time is intended to select long-term partners from local Beijing companies, is that right?"

Mo Hanzhou paused slightly upon hearing this, subconsciously recalling Shen Yifan who had stopped him in the hospital lobby that day to hand over a business proposal. He secretly speculated that Shen Jingshu, as Shen Yifan's younger sister, was most likely trying to use the life-saving favor to secure this valuable cooperation opportunity for the Shen Group.

Upon thinking of this, he frowned almost imperceptibly. Shen Yifan's copied proposal was merely a framework, riddled with flaws, and did not meet the Mo family's cooperation standards at all. He could not compromise out of consideration for personal feelings.

He nodded calmly in response, "That is indeed the case. Does Miss Shen also have interests in the business world?"

"I wouldn't call myself an expert; I've only heard about things in the industry by chance." Shen Jingshu shook her head slightly, seeing right through the other party's thoughts. "President Mo, there's no need to worry. I don't intend to recommend the Shen family."

Mo Hanzhou was taken aback.

"I suggest that the Mohists prioritize reaching an agreement with the Li family."

Upon hearing this, both Old Master Mo and Mo Hanzhou were taken aback. They had considered countless possibilities, but they never expected Shen Jingzhu to directly disregard her original Shen family and wholeheartedly recommend the Li family, where she now resided.

Objectively speaking, in terms of corporate size, completeness of the industrial chain, and local connections, the Li family far surpasses the Shen family, which has a weak foundation and limited vision. Mo Hanzhou actually prefers to engage in in-depth cooperation with the Li family. However, this is a major business cooperation involving transnational layout and the connection of resources worth hundreds of billions, and it cannot be hastily concluded based on personal relationships alone.

He suppressed his surprise, maintaining the caution expected of a businessman: "I have noted Miss Shen's proposal. However, this cooperation involves investment scale, industry integration, risk management, and many other aspects. It concerns the Mo family's domestic development for the next few decades, and cannot be taken lightly. I need to take this matter back to the group and organize core executives to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the Li family's qualifications and bidding proposal. I will give you an answer later."