Ouyang Jin was naturally well aware of what Lin Xiao was thinking.
However, he would not date Lin Rui because he hated her as a person. After all, she was horrible.
However, he would not be with Lin Xiao either.
Although Lin Xiao was a 'Lin', she was not from the Lin Family. Xu Man had brought her into the family, and her biological father was unknown.
Hence, the Ouyang Family would never agree to let Ouyang Jin be with Lin Xiao.
Ouyang Jin felt that Lin Xiao was a pure and understanding girl, and thus, he could not bear to hurt her further. As such, he politely and tactfully rejected her.
'I hope she understands.'
Looking at Ouyang Jin's back, Lin Xiao bit her lip hard.
'Why!?'
Apart from the fact that she was not Lin Zikang's biological daughter, she was better than Lin Rui, the good-for-nothing, in all aspects!
'Why won't Brother Jin give me a chance!?'
Lin Xiao was so angry that her eyes turned red. She gritted her teeth, turned around, and walked away in another direction.
Inside the ward, Lin Rui returned to Qi Bao's space after locking the door of the ward.
During this period of time, she had been meditating inside the Eternal Spring.
Not only had the scars on her body recovered to the point of almost becoming invisible, but Lin Rui's skin was also getting more and more tender too.
Previously, the former owner used to apply random cosmetic products on her face and had a habit of not removing her makeup properly. She even smoked, drank alcohol, and often stayed up late.
Hence, even though she was very young, her skin condition had become terrible because of the torment that she put it through.
Under the nourishment of the Eternal Spring during this period of time, Lin Rui's skin condition improved, and it had become as tender as egg whites.
If it were not for the fear that the injury would heal too quickly and arouse the doctor's suspicion, Lin Rui would have been ready to be discharged from the hospital long ago.
Previously, Lin Rui casually cut her hair short.
Later, she asked Lin Zikang to hire a professional hairdresser to give her a trim.
Although it was still very short, it was now layered properly.
Lin Rui's sharp gaze and exquisite features were stunning, and they made it hard for others to take their eyes off her.
She had some sort of androgynous beauty.
That was also the reason why Ouyang Jin was stunned for a while and spaced out when he saw Lin Rui after entering with Lin Xiao.
At this moment, Lin Rui's style was cold yet gorgeous.
While Lin Rui was meditating in the Eternal Spring, Qi Bao sat on a small bench and rummaged through his things.
He pinched his chin with a worried frown and sighed.
"Oh dear, my treasures are gone, and all that's left are some scraps... I've never been so poor!"
Qi Bao had a penchant for treasures which he was very sensitive to.
Qi Bao would definitely be the first to know if there were treasures out there.
Hence, when they were in the mainland of Canglan, Lin Rui would definitely bring Qi Bao along to hunt for treasures whenever she went down to the mountains for training.
That was one of the things that would make Qi Bao rejoice the most.
Looking at the melancholic Qi Bao, Lin Rui shook her head, caught between tears and laughter.
She reached out to rub Qi Bao's soft and tender hair and then said with certainty, "Qi Bao, we will definitely get back what we've lost!"
"Yes, I trust you, Master!"
Qi Bao's dazzling eyes were full of trust and admiration for Lin Rui.
Soon, Lin Rui was discharged from the hospital, and she returned to the Lin Family's residence.
Lin Zikang personally came to pick up Lin Rui.
However, he frowned and stayed silent.
Upon arriving home, Lin Zikang took Lin Rui to her room and then asked with great concern, "Lin Rui, I heard from Ouyang Jin that you agreed to break off your engagement with him?"
"Yes." Lin Rui looked around the room and realized that it was full of bright-colored ornaments, which made her feel uncomfortable.
In particular, the windows were embellished with gemstones. She thought, 'This is too extravagant.'
When she suddenly heard Lin Zikang's sigh, Lin Rui turned to look at him.
"Father, will the canceling of my engagement with Ouyang Jin affect your business?"