He did not believe that there was such a divine doctor in the world who could identify the lesion with just a glance, as if he were a celestial being!
Miao Qing's eyes darted around nervously. Seeing his grandfather's increasingly pale face, he had already planned how to deal with Er Zhu if his grandfather were to die.
The other influential figures also saw through Miao Qing's intentions, but this time, they did not dare to listen to him!
To them, Er Zhu was now an unparalleled master, while Miao Qing was just a fool!
Er Zhu completely ignored Miao Qing. He manipulated the silver needles in his hands, and wisps of true qi, as if guided by some invisible force, flowed towards Elder Miao's chest.
If the onlookers possessed celestial eyes, they would be able to see that the narrow blood vessels in Elder Miao's heart were slowly but surely recovering their normal function!
This was the power of true qi!
Now, the silver needles were merely tools to assist Er Zhu in healing; the true force driving the recovery was true qi.
Time ticked by, but Elder Miao still did not wake up. Zhao Qian glanced at her watch, a hint of doubt flashing in her eyes.
It had been half an hour already, why wasn't the elder awake?
She recalled that Er Zhu's previous treatment for a cerebral hemorrhage had only taken half an hour. Could this old man's illness be more severe than a cerebral hemorrhage?
Or had Er Zhu misjudged the situation this time?
If that were the case, she would be the first to suffer the consequences!
Thinking of the words she had spoken, Zhao Qian couldn't help but walk towards the room, her heart filled with unease!
The reason these influential figures remained silent was because she had vouched for Er Zhu. But if the elder didn't wake up, she would never be able to clear her name!
"Why isn't my grandfather awake yet? Oh... I know. These police officers are in cahoots with you. You two are plotting to kill my grandfather together!"
As Zhao Qian approached, she heard Miao Qing's indignant cry. Miao Qing's eyes darted around, and as if struck by a sudden realization, he stood up abruptly.
He shouldn't have trusted this stranger!
Although this woman was wearing a police uniform, who knew if she was genuine!
"Wang Er Zhu, you wretched woman, you two are finished this time!"
Miao Qing grew increasingly furious as he thought about it. He pointed at Er Zhu and then at Zhao Qian, issuing threats while simultaneously making a phone call.
As a prominent affluent family in Liu Town, they naturally knew some influential figures. Even if these people couldn't kill the pair, they could certainly make them suffer greatly!
The surrounding influential figures were filled with doubt, but seeing Er Zhu's calm demeanor, they said nothing.
They had already been fooled once, and they would not fall for Miao Qing's foolishness again!
"Hello, is this Director Liu? Hurry over here, someone is impersonating a police officer and plotting with Wang Er Zhu to harm..."
Before Miao Qing could finish speaking, he suddenly felt his hand go empty. With a sharp *snap*, his phone shattered into pieces!
But he dared not utter a sound, for the person who had smashed his phone was none other than his grandfather!
Elder Miao had woken up!
And his complexion looked even better than before!
Seeing this, the other influential figures drew deep breaths, feeling immensely fortunate.
It was a good thing they had kept their mouths shut, otherwise, they would have been in dire straits!
Zhao Qian also let out a sigh of relief upon seeing Elder Miao and slowly withdrew.
"Unfilial son, you fool, when will you ever stop this madness?"
With a furious roar, Elder Miao raised his palm and struck down. Miao Qing was sent sprawling to the ground, a trickle of blood seeping from the corner of his mouth.
Grandfather had woken up!
And he had been healed by Wang Er Zhu, the very person he had suspected of trying to swindle and harm him!
Moreover, it had only taken silver needles!
These series of events replayed in his mind, completely shattering his worldview!
He had never encountered anyone so capable, so capable that they didn't seem human!
Yet, such a person stood before him, leaving him no choice but to believe!
"Er Zhu is not as despicable as you think. He is the most outstanding young man I have ever met. If you ever speak ill of him again, you are no longer my descendant!"
Elder Miao trembled with anger, gritting his teeth as he issued a stern warning.
He, Miao, was by no means unintelligent, and was in fact quite shrewd. Yet, he had such a foolish grandson!
The Miao family was destined to be destroyed in the hands of such a person sooner or later. If that was the case, it would be better to...
"Er Zhu, I am greatly indebted to you for today's events. To express my gratitude, I have decided to make you the head of the Miao family!"
At these words, everyone looked at Er Zhu in stunned disbelief.
Er Zhu had previously only been a pillar of support for the Miao family, meaning he would appear only when the family faced major issues. But to be the head of the family was entirely different; it meant that Er Zhu would have the final say in all matters, big or small!
With this realization, Miao Qing collapsed onto the ground. He wanted to protest, but seeing his grandfather's resolute gaze, he knew that any further resistance would be futile!
He had not only lost face, but also the position of Miao family patriarch!
Miao Qing felt as if he had been struck by lightning, and at this moment, he suddenly understood many things!
In truth, he had been the one making a scene from the very beginning. It was he who, with his twisted worldview, had resented Er Zhu. If he had possessed a correct perspective from the start, things would not have turned out this badly.
But there was no turning back time, and it was too late to understand now...
"Grandpa Miao, the position of patriarch is out of the question. The Miao family members should be the ones to handle public matters. I plan to develop my career in Huabei City from now on."
Er Zhu politely declined such a vast family fortune. Many influential figures thought Er Zhu was being foolish, but only Elder Miao knew that Er Zhu disdained it!
As the wealthiest man in three cities and a top ten influential figure in Huabei City, the Miao family's modest fortune was of no interest to Er Zhu.
Moreover, Huabei City was the provincial capital of Huabei Province, and developing in the provincial capital was far better than staying in this small town.
"Grandpa Miao, it was just a few silver needles. Such a grand gesture is truly unnecessary. We are still the same as before. You can come to me anytime if you need anything."
Seeing Elder Miao about to speak, Er Zhu supported him and added a few more words.
Hearing Er Zhu's words, Elder Miao sighed and could only agree.
"Alright, then we will proceed with our previous agreement. I will select a new patriarch from among the Miao family members, and I will need your guidance."
Elder Miao looked thoughtfully in the direction of the Miao family. Suddenly, as if recalling something, he sternly clasped Er Zhu's hand.
It seemed as though if Er Zhu refused, he would immediately turn hostile!
"Certainly. I am free anyway." Seeing Elder Miao's sharp and clear eyes, Er Zhu nodded slightly and agreed.
To develop his career in Huabei City, he still needed to prepare and confirm many things, and he had plenty of time for now.
Not long after, Elder Miao convened all the members of the Miao family. Only Miao Qing was sent to the family's company in the northwest under the guise of gaining experience, though everyone smart knew it was banishment!
"Er Zhu, these are the outstanding individuals among my Miao family descendants. Who do you think is suitable?"
Elder Miao pointed to the row of men closest to him, patting Er Zhu's hand with affectionate eyes.