Mei Ling's brow furrowed slightly.
She was worried something would happen, as Hui Chun Tang held considerable influence in Lidu City, and even Bai Zhen preferred to avoid provoking them. Bai Zhen was the uncrowned king of the business world, but he had no power in other sectors.
"Just take care of Xiao Xue. I'll handle the rest," Jiang Yi said.
"Mmm!"
Mei Ling nodded.
Jiang Yi pulled out his phone and checked it. It was the first of the month. He planned to visit the Chen family. He had promised the head of the Chen family that he would treat the elder Mr. Chen today. Once these trivial matters were settled, he could focus on his revenge!
Half an hour later, Jiang Yi arrived at the entrance of the Chen family villa.
Inside the villa, the head of the Chen family sat on the sofa with a grave expression. Apart from him, many other Chen family members were present, including Madam Chen.
"The elder's condition is worsening. I wonder when Master Jiang will come to treat him," Madam Chen said, her face etched with worry.
"I don't know either," the head of the Chen family sighed deeply. Elder Mr. Chen's condition was extremely serious. He had vomited a lot of blood the previous night, passed out, and remained unconscious.
"Please call Master Jiang quickly. We can't delay any longer," Madam Chen urged.
"I tried, but his phone was unreachable," the head of the Chen family replied helplessly.
"Then what should we do?" Madam Chen's brow furrowed tightly.
Just then, a servant walked in from outside and announced, "Master, Divine Physician Qian has arrived."
"Quickly invite him in!" the head of the Chen family said eagerly. Divine Physician Qian was someone the head of the Chen family had sent for today. Seeing that Elder Mr. Chen was critical and Master Jiang hadn't shown up, he had no choice but to invite another physician of some renown.
A moment later, a thin, middle-aged man walked in. This was Divine Physician Qian.
"Divine Physician Qian, it's wonderful that you could come!" the head of the Chen family exclaimed, shaking Divine Physician Qian's hand.
"Let's go see Elder Mr. Chen first!" Divine Physician Qian said.
"Alright!" The head of the Chen family eagerly led the way.
Upon reaching the room, Divine Physician Qian examined Elder Mr. Chen's body. He then left the room and went into the corridor.
"Mr. Chen, Elder Mr. Chen's condition is very critical and cannot be cured. However, I can help stabilize his condition and let him live for a few more months," Divine Physician Qian stated.
The head of the Chen family immediately nodded. As long as his condition could be stabilized, they could wait for Jiang Yi.
"However, the cost for this treatment is this much!" Divine Physician Qian held up one finger.
"No problem, I'll give you one million," the head of the Chen family offered.
"Not one million, but ten million," Divine Physician Qian sneered. "If you're unwilling, that's fine. I understand. Elder Mr. Chen is already in such a state, and spending another ten million on him is simply not worth it."
"I'll give you ten million!" the head of the Chen family conceded.
"Then it's settled." Divine Physician Qian finished speaking, wrote a prescription, and handed it to Madam Chen. "Go get the medicine quickly. Once it's brewed, bring it to the room. After I treat Elder Mr. Chen, have him drink it."
Madam Chen hurried off with the prescription to get the medicine. Divine Physician Qian returned to the room and began inserting silver needles into Elder Mr. Chen's acupoints.
The head of the Chen family and other Chen family members, having witnessed Jiang Yi's needle technique, were extremely disappointed upon seeing Divine Physician Qian's. His technique was far inferior to Jiang Yi's; they were not on the same level.
"Stop!" A voice suddenly rang out from the crowd. Everyone turned to look and saw Jiang Yi standing at the back.
Seeing Jiang Yi arrive, they were all overjoyed, especially the head of the Chen family, who rushed towards him.
"Master Jiang, you've finally arrived! With you here, the elder has hope."
Jiang Yi ignored the head of the Chen family and focused his gaze on Divine Physician Qian. "You don't know the first thing about needlework. If you continue this haphazardly, you'll kill Elder Mr. Chen."
Divine Physician Qian was instantly enraged upon hearing this.
"Boy, who do you think you are, claiming I don't know needlework?" Divine Physician Qian glared at Jiang Yi furiously.
"Divine Physician Qian, he is Master Jiang..." the head of the Chen family began to explain.
"What Master Jiang? I've never heard of him," Divine Physician Qian scoffed.
"Master Jiang is a highly skilled physician!" the head of the Chen family stated. "I'll give you ten million, and let Master Jiang treat him. Master Jiang can cure the elder's illness."
Hearing this, Divine Physician Qian became furious. "Mr. Chen, are you intentionally toying with me, or deliberately tricking me? You invited me to treat Elder Mr. Chen, and now, halfway through, you're bringing in someone else?" Divine Physician Qian said angrily.
The head of the Chen family showed a hint of helplessness. "Or do you think my skills are not as good as this kid's?" Divine Physician Qian continued his interrogation.
"Divine Physician Qian, that's not what I meant. How about this, I'll give you twenty million as compensation..." the head of the Chen family offered.
"No!" Divine Physician Qian refused outright.
The head of the Chen family was at a loss. Jiang Yi glanced at Elder Mr. Chen, his brow furrowing. Elder Mr. Chen's condition was indeed dire. If they continued to delay, Elder Mr. Chen would truly be beyond saving. Without further hesitation, Jiang Yi walked forward, pulled out Divine Physician Qian's silver needles, and tossed them aside. Then, Jiang Yi began his treatment.
Divine Physician Qian tried to rush in to stop Jiang Yi, but the head of the Chen family signaled his clansmen. The Chen family members understood Divine Physician Qian's intention and blocked him in the corridor outside the room, closing the door to prevent him from disturbing Jiang Yi.
"Mr. Chen, you dare to play this trick on me and make a fool of me! You just wait. I will absolutely not let this matter go." Divine Physician Qian issued a threat and then stormed off angrily.
Seeing Divine Physician Qian leave, the head of the Chen family's brow creased. "Our Chen family might be in big trouble!" The head of the Chen family took a deep breath, his expression grim.
Time passed. Two hours went by quickly. When Jiang Yi emerged from the ward, the head of the Chen family rushed into the room and looked at the patient on the bed. Elder Mr. Chen's complexion had improved significantly, and he had even woken up, though he appeared weak.
"I have cured Elder Mr. Chen's illness. With one to two months of rest, he will recover," Jiang Yi announced. The matter was finally resolved.
Overjoyed, the head of the Chen family exclaimed, "Thank you, Master Jiang!" To express his gratitude, the head of the Chen family produced a bank card and handed it to Jiang Yi. "Master Jiang, this is a token of my appreciation. Please accept it."
Jiang Yi accepted the card without hesitation. He was currently penniless and in dire need of money. His only five million had been spent on purchasing the Blood Lotus yesterday.