What's Their Background?

Ye Chen poured a glass of baijiu for He Aiguo, then poured one for himself as well.

"General He, a toast to you." Ye Chen raised his glass toward He Aiguo.

Smiling, He Aiguo raised his glass and clinked it against Ye Chen's. "Thank you. Thank you for taking me fishing today and treating me to such delicious food. We share blessings and hardships alike. Even if we don't end up becoming family, we'll still be friends. If you ever run into any trouble, you can tell me."

"General He, you're too kind. If there's ever anything you need help with, just let me know." As Ye Chen spoke, he drained his glass of baijiu in one go.

He Aiguo likewise downed his drink without hesitation.

After several drinks.

Ye Chen and He Aiguo chatted happily.

He Aiguo was enjoying the conversation. After sharing several drinks with Ye Chen, a faint flush had risen to his face, and he wanted to have a few more.

But Ye Chen pressed a hand over the bottle and advised, "General He, a little drink lifts the spirits, but too much harms the body. Baijiu may be good, but you shouldn't overindulge."

"You're studying medicine too, aren't you, kid? Anyone whom that medical fanatic Tao Ming calls a friend must have exceptional skills." He Aiguo obediently set down his glass and spoke with a knowing look in his eyes.

He Aiguo might not listen to everything Tao Ming said, but he liked listening to Ye Chen.

Knowing he could not hide it from He Aiguo, Ye Chen admitted openly, "I did study medicine under an old traditional Chinese doctor for a while. I know a little, though I'm the unlicensed kind."

"You're being modest. So what if you don't have a license? Many masters