The Gou family's actions made Han Lang realize the importance of preparedness. Therefore, even though things were mostly settled, he didn't rest. Instead, he organized the medicinal prescriptions from the Shennong Heavenly Doctor's memories for future use.
Time flew by, and it was already the next day.
After receiving the call from the middle-aged man, he quickly took Luo Jiaying to the location.
As soon as they got out of the car, they saw the completely renovated storefront.
A quaint plaque hung above the entrance, bearing the three large characters 'Tian Yi Ge' (Heavenly Doctor Pavilion). The sides of the door were designed like pillars, with a couplet pasted on them: "Golden needles wield marvelous skill, the physician holds a loyal heart."
Han Lang was quite satisfied with these details, but the business direction written below the plaque caused both him and Luo Jiaying a moment of awkwardness.
"Colds, difficult diseases, infertility, irregular menstruation!"
Although he could indeed treat all these ailments, having them printed directly below the sign made it easy for people to mistake him for a gynecologist.
"Did you change this?"
Han Lang asked the middle-aged man with a dark expression. The middle-aged man, far from seeing any issue, looked rather proud.
"Yes, yes, writing it this way makes it seem like we specialize in certain areas!"
"Scrape it off!"
Han Lang said, stepping into the clinic expressionlessly. Seeing Han Lang's dissatisfaction, the middle-aged man quickly took out his phone and called someone to have the words removed.
The interior decoration was mostly in line with Han Lang's requests. What pleased him most was that the middle-aged man not only hired someone to ensure the place was spotlessly clean but also had the words "Benevolence of the Physician, Consultation Fees are by Fate" engraved in golden font on the front of the consultation fee box, which perfectly matched Han Lang's sentiment.
More importantly, a space for a QR code was thoughtfully provided in the upper right corner, which Luo Jiaying found to be a very considerate touch.
"Boss, are there any other details you think are missing? I can have people fix them promptly."
Han Lang looked around carefully and then said.
"No, thank you for your hard work!"
"Not at all, as long as you're satisfied! If there's nothing else, I'll be going now."
Han Lang nodded.
"Take care."
After the middle-aged man left, Luo Jiaying looked at the simple furnishings inside and couldn't help but tease.
"One table, one chair, one bed, one consultation fee box, hehe... Han Lang Gege, this could be considered the most rudimentary Chinese medicine clinic in history, right?"
Han Lang was currently sitting in his consultation chair, feeling the space, and was oblivious to Luo Jiaying's teasing.
"Rudimentary? It's alright."
"You call this alright? It doesn't even have a basic medicine cabinet, and you call it a clinic?"
Upon hearing this question, Han Lang looked rather pleased.
"Hehe... You wouldn't understand this."
"With my medical skills, I generally only need to use the most basic herbs. These herbs are found everywhere, and you can get them anywhere. Why would I waste time on that!"
Luo Jiaying still didn't quite understand.
"But when you see patients, you make them go elsewhere to get their medicine. What if they get the wrong herbs? Besides, wouldn't it be more profitable to earn the money from the medicine yourself?"
Han Lang explained patiently.
"If the prescriptions I write can be filled with the wrong herbs, it only proves that the person dispensing the medicine is not fit to be in the pharmaceutical industry. Moreover, do you think the words 'Benevolence of the Physician' are just for show? I let people pay consultation fees as they see fit, why would I care about that little bit of money from the herbs?"
Han Lang's words instantly elevated his image in Luo Jiaying's eyes.
"As expected of Han Lang Gege, you get a thumbs-up from me! Hehe... However, you're just one person, and with these meager facilities, I'm still worried that no one will come to you."
"Good wine needs no bush! Besides, apart from these essentials in the room, I don't need any high-tech cutting-edge equipment. And I'm not alone, am I? You're here with me!"
Hearing this, Luo Jiaying's heart fluttered like a fawn. Then, as if remembering something, she walked solemnly up to Han Lang, rested her chin on the consultation desk, and asked.
"Han Lang Gege, I have a question for you, answer me truthfully!"
Han Lang was a little puzzled but agreed.
"Do you have an agreement with Xuejie?"
"Yes!" Han Lang replied without hesitation. "I made a bet with her that if I cured her grandfather, she would agree to go on a date with me. However, I plan to break the appointment!"
Hearing Han Lang's unhesitating answer, Luo Jiaying felt a bit disappointed at first. But Han Lang's last sentence instantly turned her mood around.
"Why? Xuejie is so beautiful, and there are plenty of men who want to date her!"
After asking, Luo Jiaying looked at Han Lang expectantly, as if waiting for something.
"She is beautiful, but she's not my type."
Luo Jiaying was happy, but not entirely. Han Lang praised Cao Xuerong's beauty without hesitation, but then said she wasn't his type, which made Luo Jiaying somewhat annoyed.
She pouted and said.
"Hmph, you look down on others, and others look down on you too! Xuejie told me she investigated you! You were a notorious playboy before, and you leered at her the first time you met. Moreover, you've dated and played with quite a few women since graduating from high school, and you even fought with Gou Tuizhi over another woman, right?"
Hearing this, Han Lang's playful smile disappeared, and his expression became serious.
"That's right!"
He didn't defend himself or blame Cao Xuerong for investigating him. He knew he had to face his past sooner or later and had never thought of escaping it.
"My past is indeed sordid, there's no denying it, and I won't deny it."
"However, I want to tell you that a man who can hold many women in his heart must be because he hasn't met the one woman who can fill his entire heart."
"If he meets her, he will absolutely not be tempted by any other woman, no matter how beautiful she is! Not even someone like Cao Xuerong!"
"Of course, finding a kindred spirit is difficult, and finding a true confidant is even harder! Not every man is that fortunate!"
Han Lang's frank attitude surprised Luo Jiaying, and she also felt his sense of responsibility.
"What about you, have you met her?"
As she asked this question, Luo Jiaying felt a blush of shyness.
"I am very fortunate, I have met her. Therefore, I have mended my ways!"
Hearing this, Luo Jiaying's heart was filled with excitement, but she didn't show it. She cautiously asked.
"Who is she?"
After asking, her eyes were full of anticipation, and she stared intently, waiting for Han Lang's answer. They were so engrossed in each other that they were unaware of their prolonged eye contact.
Facing Luo Jiaying's intense gaze, Han Lang was momentarily captivated.
After a long pause,
He suddenly came to his senses, abruptly averted his eyes, but Luo Jiaying's eyes seemed fixed on Han Lang, unconsciously following his movements.
Han Lang stammered.
"This... this is my secret, I can't tell you!"
Luo Jiaying was initially a bit stunned, but she wouldn't let Han Lang off the hook so easily. She switched to a pleading mode.
"Tell me! I promise I'll keep it a secret!"
But Han Lang still shook his head.
"No! A secret is a secret, it can't be told to others casually!"
Seeing Han Lang's firm refusal, Luo Jiaying became angry.
"Hmph! If you don't say it, you don't say it! I know it must be Xuejie, otherwise, you wouldn't go to such lengths to ask her out!"
Luo Jiaying's clumsy acting couldn't fool Han Lang.
"It's really not her! However, don't try to trick me into talking. I said I wouldn't tell, and I won't. Don't waste your effort!"
Unable to achieve her goal, Luo Jiaying had no other recourse and simply sat down on a chair, sulking.
Seeing this, Han Lang scurried over to appease her.
"Alright! Don't be angry! I promise, I'll tell you after this matter is over, okay?"
"You promise?"
Luo Jiaying still pouted.
"I promise!"
"If you dare to lie to me, I'll tell Aunt Su Su that you bullied me!"
"No, how could I! Are you hungry? Shall we go eat something?"
"Eat what?"
"Sichuan cuisine?"
"No, Hunan cuisine, perhaps?"
"Okay, let's go!"