Ye Tian approached Lei Bowei and bowed slightly, "Mr. Lei!"
Although Lei Bowei was ill, his formidable aura remained. Age had softened his features, making him appear kind and benevolent.
"Mr. Ye, I've caused you trouble," he said humbly, his expression betraying the physical pain he was enduring.
"You are too kind. It is my honor to be of service to an old hero," Ye Tian replied.
After a brief examination, Ye Tian discovered that Lei Bowei's body had suffered severe nuclear radiation contamination, leading to cancerous mutations in various tissues. His condition was critical, his bodily functions almost entirely destroyed. Had it not been for the numerous renowned physicians hired by the Lei family to prolong his life, he would not have survived this long.
Ye Tian immediately administered acupuncture and gave him a Wuling Pill. As the pill dissolved in his stomach, the old man felt a cool sensation circulating through his body.
The treatment lasted for two hours. Ye Tian had someone help the elder to his room to rest.
Young Master Lei, Lei Changjun, Lei Bowei's youngest son, went to attend to him for a while before emerging to express his gratitude.
"Mr. Ye, my father's condition has clearly improved."
Chen Yongjian interjected, "Our young master gave your elderly father a pill, of course he's better."
Lei Changjun quickly inquired, "Mr. Ye, what kind of pill was that?"
"The specific pill is not important; what matters is that it benefits your father's health. However, how did the elder come to be exposed to nuclear radiation?" Ye Tian asked.
Lei Changjun sighed softly, "Fifteen years ago, during a top-secret mission, my father delayed his withdrawal to ensure the mission's completion. As a result, he was injured by intense radiation. Despite his excellent physique, he couldn't withstand the severe side effects."
Ye Tian nodded. "The old hero is admirable and respectable. Rest assured, I will cure him. However, for the time being, the old hero will have to stay here with me."
"Thank you, Mr. Ye!" Lei Changjun said.
Ye Tian waved his hand. "Young Master Lei, please go and attend to your father. Call me if anything is needed."
After Lei Changjun departed, Huang Yanran exclaimed, "It's actually someone from the Lei family!"
She had been too hesitant to speak until this moment, finally letting out her astonishment.
Ye Tian glanced at her. "You know the Lei family?"
Huang Yanran gave a wry smile. "Even if I didn't know my own name, I would know of Lei Bowei's reputation. Back then, he was like a god."
Lei Changjun had not mentioned his father's illustrious past, piquing Ye Tian's interest. He asked, "How much do you know about Lei Bowei?"
Huang Yanran replied, "My knowledge is limited, but not insignificant. Lei Bowei began his martial arts training at a young age and was already a Qi Realm Grandmaster at seventeen. Don't let his current illness fool you; back then, like you, he was an Immortal-level powerhouse!"
Ye Tian was greatly surprised. "Immortal-level?"
Huang Yanran nodded. "His fame was immense, especially after he defeated several formidable experts from the Land of the Rising Sun. This led to the Land of the Rising Sun abducting the son of a prominent figure to threaten that figure into eliminating Lei Bowei. However, the prominent figure flatly refused, even isolating himself in his room and refusing all communication.
"But Lei Bowei, being an Immortal, learned of this easily. He single-handedly went to the Land of the Rising Sun and rescued the hostage. However, for some unknown reason, his cultivation ceased to advance from that point on."
Ye Tian inquired, "Was it from then that the Lei family's status was established?"
Huang Yanran confirmed, "Precisely. From then on, the Lei family's prestige soared. Even without his cultivation, Lei Bowei was even more respected."
Ye Tian asked, "What is the current status of that prominent figure?"
Huang Yanran replied, "His word is law."
Ye Tian nodded. "That explains it."
Huang Yanran continued, "In terms of influence, even Yang Dongfo cannot compare to the Lei family. Rumor has it that the Lei family's current standing is related to a secret they possess."
Ye Tian's curiosity was piqued. "Oh? What secret?"