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 Miracle Doctor Chapter 751

Is Xiao Jiu about to die?

Ye Qiu was startled.

He suddenly recalled that on the way to rescue Xiao Jiu, Ye Wudi had said something similar.

However, Ye Wudi had only heard it from Master Longbrow.

“Old man, Xiao Jiu is perfectly fine. How could he be dying?” Ye Qiu asked.

Master Longbrow smiled and said, “I cast a divination, and it shows Xiao Jiu’s days are numbered.”

Hearing this, Ye Qiu curled his lip and said, “Old man, let’s be honest, how many times have your predictions been accurate?”

Master Longbrow’s smile faded as he said, “Xiao Jiu is truly about to die.”

“If it weren’t for you this time, Xiao Jiu would surely have died in the neighbouring country.”

“Because of your intervention, his fate has been altered, but I can say with certainty that he will still die.”

“At most, he has one year left. If things go poorly, he might be gone within six months!”

Seeing the serious expression on Master Longbrow’s face, which didn’t seem like a jest, Ye Qiu asked, “What’s really going on?”

Master Longbrow explained, “I’ve closely observed Xiao Jiu’s physiognomy before. The aura between his brows carries a strong regal presence, exuding wealth and nobility.”

“In ancient times, someone with his features would surely have been enfeoffed as a king or appointed as a prime minister.”

“Of course, he’s doing quite well now, having been titled Champion Marquis and commanding a million troops. In ancient times, he’d be considered a great general.”

“By all accounts, someone like him shouldn’t have a short life.”

“So, I specifically cast a divination for Xiao Jiu, and the hexagram revealed that his lifespan should be seventy-six years.”

Ye Qiu grew even more puzzled. “Didn’t you just say Xiao Jiu was about to die? Now you’re saying he has seventy-six years. Isn’t that a contradiction?”

Master Longbrow chuckled, “Don’t be impatient. Let me explain slowly.”

“Xiao Jiu was originally destined to live to seventy-six, but he did things that shortened his life, causing Heaven to deduct forty years from his lifespan.”

“The first incident was the Battle of Beigu Pavilion.”

“Xiao Jiu gained fame throughout the army because of that battle, but during it, besides killing enemy soldiers from the neighbouring country, he also killed seven ordinary civilians.”

“Those seven civilians lived near Beigu Pavilion. After the gunfire ceased, they intended to come to Xiao Jiu’s aid.”

“But Xiao Jiu, in a frenzy, mistook them for enemies and killed them.”

“Because of this, ten years were taken from his lifespan.”

Ye Qiu asked, “Why have I never heard of this before?”

“You’d be surprised if you had,” Master Longbrow said. “Xiao Jiu was the sole survivor of the Battle of Beigu Pavilion. He killed countless enemies and was a model for the entire army to emulate. If word got out that he killed civilians, how could he still be a hero?”

Ye Qiu remained unconvinced. “That’s just your side of the story. I don’t believe it.”

At that moment, Ye Wudi spoke up, “Master Longbrow isn’t lying. This is true.”

“After the Battle of Beigu Pavilion, a top-secret report was submitted from the Northern Territory.”

“Only three people saw that report: Elder Tang, the God of War, and my father. I happened to be home at the time and overheard my father mention it.”

“My father said that Hua Nation needed heroes, and Xiao Jiu’s actions were heroic. Though he killed a few civilians, it was excusable under the circumstances.”

Master Longbrow continued, “The second matter is Xiao Jiu’s appointment as Champion Marquis.”

“The title of Champion Marquis is too prestigious, and one’s fortune must be substantial to bear it.”

“In ancient times, those who were named Champion Marquis were all men of remarkable achievements, but none of them met a good end.”

“Though Xiao Jiu is destined for wealth and honour, his fortune is still insufficient, so another ten years were deducted from his lifespan.”

Master Longbrow went on, “The third matter is Xiao Jiu’s ingratitude.”

“Xiao Jiu’s parents died early, and his family was poor. He and his brothers were raised by a one-armed elderly neighbour.”

“The old man had no heirs, so he adopted Xiao Jiu as his godson, sent the brothers to school, and raised them to adulthood.”

“Xiao Jiu once swore that when he grew up, he would care for his godfather in his old age and see to his funeral.”

“But he failed to do so.”

“When his godfather was on his deathbed, he had someone call Xiao Jiu, hoping to see him one last time. At that time, Xiao Jiu had just been named Champion Marquis and was in the capital for the ceremony, so he didn’t return.”

“His godfather passed away with regret, unable to rest in peace.”

“A week later, Xiao Jiu planned to return to see his godfather, but on the way, he learned of his death. Coincidentally, an urgent mission arose, so he returned to the Northern Territory.”

“This act of ingratitude cost him another ten years of life.”

Ye Qiu was astonished, never expecting Xiao Jiu to have such a story.

Master Longbrow added, “As for the fourth matter, it concerns Xiao Jiu’s unfilial conduct.”

“As I mentioned, Xiao Jiu’s parents died early, causing him to suffer greatly in his childhood. Because of this, he harboured resentment towards his late parents.”

“All these years, he has never paid respects to them.”

“Our body and being are gifts from our parents. Without them, how could Xiao Jiu exist in this world?”

“By failing to honour their memory, Xiao Jiu committed a grave act of unfiliality, costing him another ten years of life.”

After hearing this, Ye Qiu’s emotions were complex.

In his mind, Xiao Jiu was a hero through and through, yet he had so many flaws.

But soon, Ye Qiu came to terms with it.

No gold is pure, and no man is perfect.

Who in this world is without faults?

Master Longbrow sighed, “In life, one must never be disloyal, unfilial, unkind, or unjust.”

“Because of these forty years deducted from his lifespan, Xiao Jiu can live only to thirty-six.”

“He was born on the first day of the first lunar month.”

“Next year, on the first day of the first lunar month, Xiao Jiu will turn thirty-six.”

Ye Qiu asked curiously, “Old man, how do you know all these things?”

Master Longbrow laughed heartily, “The mysteries of Heaven must not be revealed.”

Ye Qiu cursed, “Playing the mystic, eh?”

“Little rascal, I’ll tell you one more thing,” Master Longbrow said mysteriously. “Today, I cast another divination, and the hexagram indicates that Xiao Jiu will die by your hand.”

Ye Qiu didn’t believe it at all. “Old man, you’re just spouting nonsense! Xiao Jiu isn’t my enemy. How could he die by my hand?”

Master Longbrow looked helpless. “That’s what the hexagram says.”

“Stop trying to fool me. I don’t buy your nonsense,” Ye Qiu said, leaving Master Longbrow’s room.

Ye Wudi followed him out.

Once outside, Ye Qiu asked quietly, “Third Uncle, do you believe what the old man said?”

Ye Wudi replied, “Better to believe it might be true than to dismiss it entirely.”

Ye Qiu nodded slightly, sharing the same thought, and said, “Third Uncle, if Xiao Jiu is really about to die, you should make preparations in the Northern Territory to prevent any unrest.”

Ye Wudi smiled, “Whether the Northern Territory faces unrest is for Elder Tang and the God of War to worry about, not me.”

Ye Qiu immediately countered, “How can you say it’s not your concern? When the fate of the nation is at stake, every man has a responsibility.”

“Third Uncle, you should plan ahead.”

“Who knows, you might become the next War God of the Northern Territory!”

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Ye Wudi’s heart trembled.

It was only at this moment that he understood Ye Qiu’s meaning.

“You’re saying that after Xiao Jiu dies, I should take his place as the commander of the Northern Border?” Ye Wudi asked.

Ye Qiu nodded.

Ye Wudi said, “That’s a bit tricky. After all, I’ve never served in the military.”

Ye Qiu smiled. “Third Uncle, you’re overthinking it.”

“The Northern Border is a frontier that needs a powerful and respected figure to hold it. If something really happens to Xiao Jiu, you’d be the best choice to guard the Northern Border.”

“As for your lack of military service, I don’t think that’s an issue at all.”

“As long as Elder Tang acknowledges you, that’s enough.”

Ye Wudi felt a stir of interest.

Though he had long been immersed in martial arts and uninterested in power, the prospect of becoming a regional commander was quite tempting.

Who among men doesn’t dream of being a hero?

Of standing tall and proud?

Of galloping across battlefields, achieving great deeds, and defending the nation?

They do!

Every man does!

Ye Wudi was no exception.

Ye Qiu continued, “Third Uncle, you’ve been by Elder Tang’s side for so long. He must be well aware of your abilities and loyalty.”

“If you also have Grandfather and the War God’s support, I think your chances of becoming the Northern Border commander are high.”

“Of course, that’s assuming the old man’s calculations are correct and Xiao Jiu really does die.”

Ye Wudi thought for a moment and said, “I’ll discuss it with Father when I return to the capital and see his stance.”

Ye Qiu nodded slightly. “Grandfather is far-sighted. It’s best to consult him.”

Ye Wudi added, “Master Longbrow said Xiao Jiu will die by your hand. If he’s right, why do you think you’d kill Xiao Jiu?”

Ye Qiu gave a wry smile. “I really can’t think of a reason to kill him.”

“Xiao Jiu isn’t my enemy. Why would I kill him?”

“Unless…”

“Unless what?” Ye Wudi asked.

Ye Qiu smiled and said, “Unless Xiao Jiu courts his own death.”

Ye Wudi rolled his eyes. How could someone like Xiao Jiu possibly court his own death?

“Third Uncle, it’s getting late. Rest early!”

“Alright.”

With that, the two returned to their respective rooms.

After returning to his room, Ye Wudi took a hot bath. He had just come out of the bathroom, wrapped in a towel, when there was a knock at the door.

“Who’s there?” Ye Wudi called softly.

No one answered.

Ye Wudi didn’t think much of it and opened the door.

In an instant, a fragrant breeze swept in.

A familiar figure stood outside.

Dragon Lady!

Ye Wudi hadn’t expected Dragon Lady to appear at his door. His expression changed drastically as he asked in shock, “What are you doing here?”

“I told you I’d come to see you.” Dragon Lady’s almond-shaped eyes sparkled with a smile as she asked, “Surprised?”

“Surprised, my foot. More like startled.” Ye Wudi’s face darkened as he snapped, “Leave now.”

Not only did Dragon Lady not leave, but she stood there smiling. “What’s this? Are you afraid Ye Wushuang will find me and kill me?”

“Ye Wudi, oh Ye Wudi, you’re such a hypocrite.”

“You’re clearly worried about me but pretend you want to drive me away.”

Ye Wudi wasn’t worried about Dragon Lady but about Ye Qiu and the others.

Ye Wushuang was an imposter posing as Master Longbrow. If Dragon Lady discovered this and went on a killing spree here, it would be trouble.

After all, this was just the guest building of the Northern Border Military District, with minimal guards, unlike the heavily fortified headquarters of the Northern Border Military District.

Otherwise, Dragon Lady wouldn’t have been able to sneak in so easily and appear at his door.

“Go. I need to rest,” Ye Wudi said, moving to close the door.

Slap!

Dragon Lady pressed her hand against the door, stopping him. With tears in her eyes, she said, “Ye Wudi, I risked so much to come see you, and you’re driving me away? I’m so hurt… sob sob sob…”

Dragon Lady began to sob softly.

Men, especially straightforward ones, often become flustered and clueless about how to comfort a crying woman.

Ye Wudi was one such man.

Seeing Dragon Lady’s tears, he panicked and asked, “What do you want?”

Dragon Lady said, “Ye Wudi, don’t you know the basic courtesy of hospitality?”

“I’ve come to see you, and you won’t even invite me in for a glass of water?”

“Do you hate me that much?”

“Under under under…”

Ye Wudi, helpless, said, “Stop crying. Come in!”

Dragon Lady immediately ceased her tears and slipped into the room.

Once inside, she glanced around.

The room was a suite, with a living area outside and a bedroom inside.

Ye Wudi poured a glass of water for Dragon Lady and pointed to the sofa in the living area. “Sit for a bit. I’m going inside to put on some clothes.”

Ye Wudi was a rather traditional man.

At the moment, he was only wrapped in a towel, with most of his body exposed, feeling somewhat embarrassed in front of Dragon Lady.

“Why bother with clothes? I’m not a stranger.” Dragon Lady glanced at Ye Wudi’s chest muscles and said, “You’ve got a great physique.”

Her words made Ye Wudi blush furiously.

“Well, I never. You’re not even afraid of death, yet you’re shy?” Dragon Lady giggled.

Ye Wudi asked, “It’s the middle of the night. What do you really want?”

Dragon Lady said, “I just wanted to see you.”

“Ye Wudi, thank you for saving me during the day. If it weren’t for you, I’d be dead.”

“Do you know what I was thinking when Ye Wushuang unleashed that sword qi?”

Ye Wudi said coldly, “How would I know what you were thinking?”

Dragon Lady said, “I was thinking, I finally met you, but I’m going to die before I could marry you. I was so unwilling.”

“I came to see you tonight for another reason.”

“I wanted to ask when you plan to marry me.”

Marry you?

Coming all this way in the freezing cold just to ask that?

Is this woman out of her mind?

Ye Wudi said coldly, “I’ve said it before. I won’t marry you.”

“Ye Wudi, must you be so heartless?” Dragon Lady’s eyes welled up with tears again as she spoke.

Ye Wudi, as if blind to it, said ruthlessly, “You’ve seen me, and you’ve asked your question. Now you can leave.”

Dragon Lady said pitifully, “Ye Wudi, kicking me out in the middle of the night—how can you bear it? What if I run into bad people?”

“You and I have no connection. Why wouldn’t I bear it? Besides, with your skills, what bad person would dare touch you?” Ye Wudi snapped. “Get lost.”

“I’m not going,” Dragon Lady said, sitting motionless on the sofa.

Ye Wudi was growing irritated. “What do you want?”

Dragon Lady suddenly giggled and said, “Ye Wudi, it’s so cold. Don’t you think having someone to warm your bed would be nice?”

Ye Wudi understood her implication and cursed, “You have the nerve to say such things? Utterly shameless. I don’t need you to warm my bed. Get out.”

“Wudi, you’ve misunderstood. I meant for you to warm my bed.”

As Dragon Lady spoke, she struck like lightning, sealing Ye Wudi’s acupuncture points.

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“What are you doing?”

Having his acupuncture points suddenly sealed by Dragon Lady, Ye Wudi was both shocked and furious.

At the same time, he felt a tinge of nervousness.

“Didn’t I just say? I want you to warm my bed,” Dragon Lady giggled.

“Get lost!” Ye Wudi snapped. “Leave right now, or I’ll call for help!”

“Go ahead, call whoever you want. I won’t stop you,” Dragon Lady said. “In the middle of the night, a man and a woman alone in a room—I’d love to see how you explain that to anyone who comes.”

“You—” Ye Wudi was so angry he was speechless.

Dragon Lady caressed Ye Wudi’s face with both hands and said, “I’m throwing myself at you. Why are you getting upset?”

Ye Wudi was livid, growling, “What exactly do you want?”

“You’ve asked that question several times already. Why keep asking? It seems I need to take some real action for you to believe me.”

With that, Dragon Lady scooped Ye Wudi up, carried him into the bedroom, and tossed him onto the bed.

This woman couldn’t be serious, could she?

Though Ye Wudi had lived for decades, he had never experienced anything like this, and a sudden fear crept into his heart.

“Er… I think we could chat for a bit,” Ye Wudi said, trying to buy time with a delaying tactic.

“Oh, I didn’t expect you to be so romantic,” Dragon Lady said, a hint of surprise flashing in her beautiful eyes. “What do you want to talk about?”

Ye Wudi asked, “How old are you?”

Dragon Lady pouted playfully. “How rude! A woman’s age is a secret. How can I just tell anyone?”

“Then let’s try another question…”

“You’re not just anyone, so I’ll tell you. I’m about the same age as you,” she said.

“Really?” Ye Wudi was sceptical.

“Really,” Dragon Lady replied. “Didn’t your brother Ye Wushuang tell you? Back when he was ranked on the Divine List, I was still a young girl.”

Ye Wudi was stunned.

If this was true, how terrifying was Dragon Lady’s martial arts talent?

Dragon Lady continued, “I’ve always been a principled person. If our ages were too far apart, even if I liked you, I wouldn’t ask you to marry me.”

Ye Wudi asked, “Where do you live?”

“Number 18, West Bengal.”

Ye Wudi realised he’d asked a foolish question, as he had no idea where this address was on Earth.

Fine, another question.

“What are your hobbies?” Ye Wudi pressed.

Dragon Lady smiled. “I love you!”

Ye Wudi: “…”

Ye Wudi wasn’t much of a talker to begin with. After a few questions, he ran out of things to say.

Seeing his silence, Dragon Lady said, “Let me ask you a question!”

“Go ahead.”

“Do you love me?” Dragon Lady asked.

Ye Wudi shook his head vigorously.

“You’re lying.” A sudden killing intent emanated from Dragon Lady, her eyes turning icy. “Everyone who’s lied to me before has been killed by me.”

Ye Wudi was unfazed. “If you want to kill me, just do it. Stop wasting words.”

Dragon Lady abruptly retracted her killing intent and giggled. “Look at you! You’re the man I love. How could I possibly kill you?”

“But as I said, I hate being lied to.”

“So, I’m going to punish you.”

With that, Dragon Lady pulled a small porcelain bottle from her pocket, opened the lid, and a red snake slithered out.

The snake was only five centimetres long, thinner than a chopstick, its body a fiery red. Its eerie green eyes glinted, and it flicked its tongue incessantly, sending chills down one’s spine.

It was a venomous snake!

Ye Wudi’s heart raced as he shouted, “Dragon Lady, what are you doing? I’m warning you, don’t mess around.”

Dragon Lady smiled faintly and placed the snake on Ye Wudi’s body.

Instantly, goosebumps erupted across Ye Wudi’s skin.

Hiss!

The snake bared its sharp fangs and bit Ye Wudi’s calf, like a needle prick.

Dragon Lady swiftly grabbed the snake and put it back in the porcelain bottle.

“Ye Wudi, enjoy yourself!” she said, removing her golden mask to reveal her breathtakingly beautiful face.

Then, resting her chin in her hands, she lay beside him, softly asking, “Feeling anything unusual yet?”

Ye Wudi felt a warm current spreading from his calf throughout his body.

Soon, his body felt limp, and he grew dizzy.

At the same time, he noticed his body growing hotter, his heartbeat racing.

Poisoned!

Ye Wudi asked, “Am I about to die?”

“Why would you think that?” Dragon Lady asked, puzzled.

Ye Wudi snorted. “Don’t think I don’t know—that snake of yours is venomous.”

“It is venomous, but you won’t die,” Dragon Lady explained. “The venom is an aphrodisiac poison.”

Aphrodisiac poison?

Ye Wudi was confused.

Dragon Lady giggled. “It’s a very special kind of poison. Once it takes effect, it’ll make you do things you wouldn’t normally dare to do.”

“What does that mean?” Ye Wudi asked, still unclear.

“You’ll find out soon,” Dragon Lady said, standing up and slipping off her clothes.

In an instant, a flawless body appeared before Ye Wudi’s eyes.

Her skin was as white as snow.

Ample where it should be, slender where it should be.

Every part was perfection.

Gulp!

Ye Wudi couldn’t help but swallow hard, a powerful urge surging within him, urging him to pounce.

His eyes even began to redden, his breathing growing rapid.

A shy blush appeared on Dragon Lady’s face, her beautiful eyes fixed on Ye Wudi. “Am I beautiful?”

Ye Wudi nodded uncontrollably. At that moment, he felt his blood boiling.

His body was reacting strangely.

Only then did he realise that the so-called aphrodisiac poison was essentially a stimulant, similar to an aphrodisiac drug.

Ye Wudi felt like he was about to explode. Fortunately, his acupuncture points were sealed, rendering him immobile. Otherwise, he might have done something utterly disgraceful.

Clinging to his last shred of rationality, Ye Wudi roared at Dragon Lady, “Get out!”

Not only did Dragon Lady not leave, but she climbed onto Ye Wudi’s body.

“What are you doing?” Ye Wudi bellowed, his eyes red.

Dragon Lady leaned down, her breath like orchids as she whispered in his ear, “You saved my life, and I want to repay your kindness.”

“But I don’t have anything valuable to offer.”

“After much thought, I can only give myself to you…”

Before Ye Wudi could react, Dragon Lady was already astride him.

Even if Ye Wudi was slow, he could see what this woman intended. His anger surged.

As a grown man, if he were to be forced by a woman, he’d be a laughingstock if word got out.

“Get off me!” Ye Wudi roared.

Dragon Lady ignored him mümkün ve devam etti.

Once…

Twice…

Thrice…

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Ye Wudi’s body was immobile, completely at Dragon Lady’s mercy. He felt both pleasure and anger.

The pleasure needed no explanation.

The anger stemmed from the fact that Dragon Lady held all the control, and Ye Wudi could not resist. He felt she was trampling on his dignity.

Worst of all, Dragon Lady’s stamina was astonishing.

Five times.

Six times.

Seven times.

Again and again.

Ye Wudi let out low growls, nearly suffocating, but Dragon Lady showed no signs of stopping, thoroughly enjoying herself.

Gradually, Ye Wudi felt the boiling blood in his body begin to calm, and the aphrodisiac poison started to wear off.

He didn’t know how much time had passed.

Unable to endure any longer, Ye Wudi fell into a deep sleep.

The next day.

When Ye Wudi opened his eyes, he realised he was unclothed and covered in kiss marks. The events of the previous night flooded back, sending a shiver through him.

“She violated me?”

Though Ye Wudi was in his forties, he had preserved his chastity. He never imagined it would be taken by Dragon Lady.

He clenched his fists in rage.

“Huh, I can move?”

Ye Wudi suddenly noticed that his acupuncture points seemed to have been unsealed, and he sat up immediately.

Only then did he realise that Dragon Lady hadn’t fully released his acupuncture points. While his upper body was free, his legs remained immobile.

“That witch, not fully freeing me—what is she playing at?”

Ye Wudi’s anger flared again.

At that moment, his gaze fell on the bedsheet, and he froze.

There was a smear of bright red on the sheet, like a blooming rose.

“It was her first time too?”

“How is that possible?”

Ye Wudi couldn’t believe it. He vividly recalled every moment from last night, and Dragon Lady’s expertise had seemed anything but novice.

Could she be one of those legendary self-taught prodigies?

Crack!

A soft sound came from nearby.

Ye Wudi turned to see Dragon Lady emerging from the bathroom, her hair dripping wet, wrapped in a towel that revealed her swan-like neck and delicate collarbone.

He had to admit, this woman was strikingly beautiful.

“Awake? Did you sleep well last night?” Dragon Lady asked, towelling her hair.

Ye Wudi was furious.

Whether I slept well—you don’t know?

He was about to speak when Dragon Lady said, “You slept with me. How do you plan to settle this?”

Bloody hell, I’m the victim here, and you’re turning it around on me?

Shameless!

Ye Wudi’s face turned ashen with rage as he roared, “I never want to see you again. Get out!”

Dragon Lady stopped drying her hair, her eyes fixed on Ye Wudi as two tears rolled down her cheeks.

She looked pitifully captivating.

“Ye Wudi, you’re so heartless.”

“I gave you a woman’s most precious gift, and you tell me to get out.”

“Have you any conscience?”

“Fine, I’ll leave. You’ll never see me again in this lifetime.”

With that, Dragon Lady walked towards the door.

Ye Wudi realised his words had been harsh and quickly said, “Wait.”

Dragon Lady stopped but didn’t turn around. “You told me to get out. Why ask me to wait?”

Ye Wudi said, “Dragon Lady, I’m sorry. I’m not good with words. Please don’t be angry…”

Before he could finish, Dragon Lady spun around, her face blooming with a smile. “I knew you couldn’t bear to let me go.”

“Wudi, I love you to death.”

“You were so fierce last night, going at it over a dozen times. I still haven’t caught my breath.”

Ye Wudi’s face flushed crimson as he roared, “Have you no shame, saying such things?”

Dragon Lady laughed. “Isn’t it normal for a husband and wife to talk like this?”

Ye Wudi’s eyes widened. “Who’s your husband?”

Dragon Lady said, “We may not have the title of husband and wife, but we’ve already shared the reality of it. Wudi, when will you marry me?”

“I’m not marrying you,” Ye Wudi said sternly.

“I gave myself to you, and you still won’t marry me?” Dragon Lady’s tone grew displeased.

“I’m not marrying you, full stop,” Ye Wudi said firmly.

He was starting to fear Dragon Lady.

This woman’s stamina was too formidable. If he married her, wouldn’t he need to take kidney-tonifying pills every day?

Dragon Lady’s voice turned cold. “Ye Wudi, don’t push me.”

“I gave myself to you. If you don’t marry me, I’ll go to the capital and demand justice from Elder Ye.”

Ye Wudi scoffed. “Do you think my father will believe you?”

Dragon Lady said, “Elder Ye will believe me because I have proof.”

Proof?

Ye Wudi was taken aback. “What proof?”

Dragon Lady smiled. “I recorded everything we did last night on my phone.”

Ye Wudi was furious. “You shameless witch…”

“Don’t be angry!” Dragon Lady approached Ye Wudi, speaking gently. “As a man, you took my most precious possession. Shouldn’t you take responsibility?”

“What do you want?” Ye Wudi roared.

Dragon Lady looked up, meeting Ye Wudi’s eyes earnestly. “I want you to marry me! I want to be your wife!”

Ye Wudi was nearly driven mad. “I told you, I’m not getting married.”

Hearing this, Dragon Lady’s face filled with grievance, her eyes brimming with tears again.

“Cry all you want. I’m not marrying you,” Ye Wudi said, exasperated by this woman.

Dragon Lady wiped her tears and suddenly sat on Ye Wudi’s lap.

Fresh from her bath, she carried a pleasant fragrance.

Ye Wudi’s heart raced. He didn’t dare look at her and shouted, “What are you trying to do now?”

Dragon Lady said, “Ye Wudi, I’ve figured you out. You always say things you don’t mean.”

“You clearly like me but refuse to admit it.”

“Since that’s the case, I’ll have to take the initiative.”

With that, Dragon Lady pulled out the porcelain bottle and released the red snake.

“Dragon Lady, let’s talk this out. Don’t do anything reckless,” Ye Wudi said, trying to push her away, but she sealed his acupuncture points again.

Dragon Lady let the snake bite Ye Wudi. Within moments, his body reacted strangely.

“Ye Wudi, if you won’t marry me, I won’t let you leave this bed.”

Dragon Lady untied her bath towel and began again.

“Damn it, this witch will be the death of me,” Ye Wudi thought, closing his eyes in resignation.

If he couldn’t resist, he might as well enjoy it.

One hour.

Two hours.

Three hours.

Finally, amidst Ye Wudi’s pleas for mercy, everything calmed.

Dragon Lady released Ye Wudi’s acupuncture points, then collapsed, saying, “I’m exhausted. I need to rest.”

Ye Wudi didn’t want to spend another moment with this witch. He hurriedly got out of bed but stumbled and fell to the floor.

His knees were weak.

His back ached.

Ye Wudi slowly dressed, leaning on the wall as he left the room.

But as he stepped into the corridor, he sensed something was amiss.

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Ye Wudi looked up and saw Ye Qiu, Xiao Jiu, and the others standing at the other end of the corridor, staring at him.

Their expressions were peculiar.

Unwilling to face them, Ye Wudi leaned on the wall, intending to return to his room.

At that moment, Xiao Jiu’s voice came from behind. “Ye Wudi, why are you so weak?”

Master Longbrow chimed in, “Little rascal, you’re a doctor. Check on Ye Wudi.”

Ye Qiu said, “No need to check. With his symptoms, a hundred skewers of lamb kidneys will do the trick.”

Hahaha…

Everyone burst into laughter.

Ye Wudi’s face turned scarlet.

“Ye Wudi, your skills may not match mine, but your stamina surpasses me,” Xiao Jiu teased.

Tang Fei added, “From last night to this morning, the noise never stopped. I thought it was an enemy attack.”

Master Longbrow grinned and said, “In a sudden burst of inspiration, I’ve composed a poem. Please critique it, everyone.”

“The sky is vast, the fields are wide; Ye Wudi’s passion cannot hide.”

“Stamina strong, it lasts so long; from dusk till dawn, all night he’s on.”

“A beauty hides within his room; now he needs a wall to move…”

“Shut up!” Ye Wudi interrupted before Master Longbrow could finish, cursing, “You old fool, keep spouting nonsense, and I’ll end you.”

Master Longbrow was unfazed. “Ye Wudi, I don’t mean to belittle you, but in your current state, I could subdue you with one hand.”

“You—” Ye Wudi’s face flushed with anger, unable to retort.

Indeed, he needed the wall to walk and was no match for Master Longbrow.

“You old git, just you wait. Once I recover, I’ll beat you senseless,” Ye Wudi continued to throw threats.

“Recover?” Master Longbrow smirked. “With Dragon Lady around, you think you’ll recover?”

Hahaha…

The group roared with laughter.

Ye Wudi was mortified, wishing he could vanish into a crack in the floor.

“You lot, just wait,” Ye Wudi growled, shooting them a fierce glare before hobbling back into his room, leaning on the wall.

As he entered, he saw Dragon Lady sitting on the bed, her almond eyes twinkling with a smile as she looked at him.

“What, teased by your brothers?”

With her formidable cultivation, Dragon Lady had heard every word from outside.

“You’re still laughing!” Ye Wudi grumbled. “This is all your fault. If not for you, they wouldn’t be mocking me.”

“Don’t be angry. They’re teasing you because they’re jealous,” Dragon Lady said, hopping off the bed to help Ye Wudi sit down. She asked softly, “When will you marry me?”

Bloody hell, here we go again!

Ye Wudi’s head throbbed. “Can you stop asking that question?”

“Ye Wudi, you can’t just walk away after taking advantage. You promised to marry me, or I wouldn’t have let you off that bed.”

As she spoke, Dragon Lady pushed Ye Wudi down and straddled him. “If you won’t marry me, we’ll go again.”

Again? My back will break!

Ye Wudi’s face paled in panic. “Stop, stop, stop! I’ll marry you, alright?”

Dragon Lady pressed, “When will you marry me?”

Ye Wudi said, “This can’t be rushed. It needs careful planning.”

Dragon Lady’s eyes narrowed. “What’s that supposed to mean?”

Ye Wudi explained, “It’s not that I don’t like you. I just don’t want to hold you back.”

“I have a very powerful enemy.”

“Until that enemy is dealt with, I dare not take a wife. I don’t want you to become a widow.”

Dragon Lady’s curiosity was piqued. “Your skills aren’t weak, and the Ye family is the top clan in the capital. What kind of enemy makes you so afraid that you won’t marry?”

Ye Wudi said gravely, “My enemy is the Forbidden City.”

Instantly, Dragon Lady’s expression changed.

Though she was the leader of the neighbouring Brahmin sect, she was well aware of the Forbidden City’s might.

“How did you provoke the Forbidden City?” Dragon Lady asked, astonishment written across her face.

Ye Wudi didn’t hide the truth. “Over twenty years ago, during that upheaval in the capital, the mastermind behind the attack on my brother Ye Wushuang was the Forbidden City.”

“And not long ago, I killed Long Jiu.”

“The Forbidden City won’t let me go. I’m not marrying you for your own good.”

Dragon Lady fell silent.

Ye Wudi continued, “Once Long Yi emerges from seclusion, he’ll surely come to kill me. If I survive, I’ll marry you. How’s that?”

Dragon Lady shook her head. “No, I want you to marry me now.”

Ye Wudi grew irritated. “I’ve told you the reason. Why are you still pushing me?”

Dragon Lady said earnestly, “Wudi, I’m already yours. Your enemies are my enemies.”

“If you marry me, I’ll help you face the Forbidden City.”

“We live together, we die together.”

What a foolish woman.

Ye Wudi cursed inwardly but was also touched.

Knowing his enemy was the Forbidden City, Dragon Lady still insisted on marrying him without hesitation. This showed her genuine love for him.

In this materialistic age, if a man finds a woman willing to live and die with him, he must cherish her.

Moved, Ye Wudi pulled Dragon Lady into his arms and said, “I swear, if I survive, I’ll marry you.”

“Let’s not discuss this further.”

“Now, I want to do something more important.”

Dragon Lady looked puzzled. “What’s more important?”

Ye Wudi pushed her down and said, “Last night and this morning, you were the one pleasing me. Now, I want to please you.”

Dragon Lady giggled. “Is your body up for it?”

“Don’t worry about me. As long as you’re satisfied, that’s enough.”

With that, Ye Wudi charged into action.

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…

Three o’clock in the afternoon.

Ye Qiu and Master Longbrow left the Northern Border.

At their departure, Xiao Jiu personally saw them off to the plane.

“Ye Qiu, your martial arts progress is remarkable. I can tell your combat strength is no less than mine now. If I weren’t injured, I’d love to spar with you,” Xiao Jiu said regretfully.

Ye Qiu smiled. “There’s plenty of time. We’ll have our chance.”

“Mm.” Xiao Jiu nodded, handing a cheque to Master Longbrow.

Master Longbrow glanced at it, surprised. “Why two hundred million?”

Xiao Jiu said, “One hundred million is Elder Tang’s bonus for you. The other hundred million is my thanks for saving my life.”

Master Longbrow beamed. “You’ve got a conscience, lad.”

“Master, there’s something I’d like to ask,” Xiao Jiu said, his expression turning serious. “Am I about to die?”

Master Longbrow was taken aback. How did Xiao Jiu know?

Xiao Jiu pressed, “Is there a way to avoid it?”

Master Longbrow pondered briefly and said, “Stay out of the capital for ten years, and you’ll have wealth and peace!”

Xiao Jiu smiled faintly. “I understand. Take care, Master.”

“Farewell!”

Master Longbrow and Ye Qiu boarded the plane, leaving the Northern Border.

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Four hours later, the plane landed at Jiangzhou Airport.

After disembarking, Ye Qiu asked Master Longbrow, “When we left the Northern Territory, you told Xiao Jiu that if he didn’t enter the capital for ten years, he’d enjoy wealth and peace. Does that mean as long as he stays away from the capital for a decade, he’ll live safely his whole life?”

Master Longbrow shook his head. “I was deceiving him.”

“Deceiving him?” Ye Qiu cursed. “I knew you couldn’t spit out a single truthful word, you old codger.”

Master Longbrow explained, “It’s not that I wanted to deceive him, but fate is hard to defy.”

“For Xiao Jiu, the capital is a place of great peril.”

“The next time he sets foot in the capital, he’ll meet his end.”

At this, Master Longbrow glanced at Ye Qiu. “Little brat, the capital is a place of great peril for you too.”

Ye Qiu rolled his eyes. “Do you think I need reminding?”

“The Forbidden City is in the capital. Of course it’s a perilous place for me.”

Master Longbrow chuckled.

“I’m heading home. Coming with me?” Ye Qiu asked.

“No,” Master Longbrow replied. “I’ll catch a connecting flight from here back to Dragon Tiger Mountain.”

“Hm?” Ye Qiu was a bit surprised. “You’ve come all this way. What’s the rush to get back to Dragon Tiger Mountain? Let me take you for a drink.”

“Next time,” Master Longbrow said. “That lad Shuisheng has been learning to draw talismans lately. I need to go back and keep an eye on him.”

Ye Qiu nodded. “Alright then. Come to Jiangzhou when you’ve got time.”

“Will do.” Master Longbrow’s smile suddenly faded, and he said gravely, “Ye Qiu, before we part, I’ll tell you one more thing.”

“Not long ago, I used the Heavenly Mechanism Disk to cast a divination for you.”

“Within the next year, you’ll face a life-and-death calamity, and the source of this calamity lies in the North.”

The North?

Ye Qiu was startled. “You mean the Forbidden City?”

The Forbidden City is in the capital, due north.

Master Longbrow said, “I suspect it’s the Forbidden City as well.”

Ye Qiu asked, “If your divination is accurate, doesn’t that mean Dragon One will emerge from seclusion within the year?”

“Indeed.” Master Longbrow nodded.

A sense of urgency gripped Ye Qiu’s heart.

The pressure was immense.

The Forbidden City hung over him like a sword, ready to strike at any moment.

“Those old monsters in the Forbidden City are no easy foes. You’re under a lot of pressure,” Master Longbrow said solemnly.

“If Dragon One comes out of seclusion, it’ll be nothing short of catastrophic for me,” Ye Qiu said. “I heard from Monk Kongjian that Dragon One has long since cultivated nine strands of true qi and went into seclusion to step into the realm of immortality.”

“What?” Master Longbrow was shocked. “If that’s true, doesn’t that mean when Dragon One emerges, it’ll be your doom?”

Ye Qiu glared at him, annoyed. “You old git, must you curse me with death?”

Master Longbrow chuckled. “It sounds harsh, but I’m speaking the truth.”

Indeed, Master Longbrow was telling it straight.

Ye Qiu thought the same.

Once Dragon One emerged, he’d face a life-or-death crisis.

He had killed Dragon Five, and the people in the Forbidden City would never let him off.

“Old man, since your divination shows I’ll face this calamity, does it also reveal any chance of survival?” Ye Qiu asked.

Master Longbrow replied, “The hexagram indicates a sliver of hope, and that hope comes from the West.”

The West?

Ye Qiu frowned.

Master Longbrow added, “A noble person will come from the West to lend you aid. As for your odds of success… I couldn’t divine that.”

Ye Qiu scoffed, “Aren’t you supposed to be the world’s greatest diviner? And there’s something you can’t calculate?”

Master Longbrow said, “I may be the world’s greatest diviner, but the mysteries of heaven are hard to fathom. It’s normal that some things elude me.”

“I’m in a rush, so I won’t ramble.”

“Ye Qiu, focus on improving your cultivation. To forge iron, you need to be strong yourself. I’m off…”

“Wait.” Ye Qiu stopped him and asked, “How do I use the Sword Talisman?”

Master Longbrow smiled. “It’s simple—just crush it.”

“Using the Sword Talisman requires immense internal energy as support. Last time I used it, my internal energy was completely drained. That’s the drawback of the Sword Talisman, so be mindful.”

“See you!”

Master Longbrow waved, turned, and soon vanished into the crowd.

As Ye Qiu left the airport, he spotted Bai Bing waiting outside and hurried over.

“Ice Sis, how did you know I was coming back today?” Ye Qiu asked, surprised.

He hadn’t told anyone about his return.

“Tang Fei called me, said you were coming back today. I happened to have the day off, so I came to pick you up,” Bai Bing said with a smile. She was wearing a white dress, high heels, and light makeup, looking like a blooming lotus—utterly stunning.

“Let’s go!”

Ye Qiu pulled Bai Bing into the car, and they left the airport.

As is well known, airports are typically built in remote areas, some distance from city centres.

Jiangzhou Airport was a good forty-plus minutes from Ye Qiu’s home, with a few mountain roads along the way.

When the car reached a fork in the road, Ye Qiu suddenly veered onto a mountain path and stopped in a secluded spot.

“Why’d you drive here?” Bai Bing asked, puzzled.

Ye Qiu grinned. “I want to experience something different.”

Bai Bing was even more confused. “What kind of different?”

“Heh…” Ye Qiu smirked mischievously and pulled Bai Bing into his arms.

Only then did Bai Bing realise what he was up to. Her face flushed as she hurriedly said, “Not here! What if someone sees us? It’d be so embarrassing. Can’t we do this at home?”

“What’s to fear? This is the middle of nowhere—no one will see us. Ice Sis, I haven’t seen you in days. I’ve missed you like crazy.” Ye Qiu leaned in to kiss her, but Bai Bing pushed him away.

“Don’t be so eager~” she said, then swiftly started tugging at Ye Qiu’s trousers.

Ye Qiu was taken aback. “Ice Sis, you told *me* not to be eager, but you’re even more eager than I am?”

Bai Bing said with a hint of jealousy, “Who told you to go to Suzhou and Hangzhou with that vixen Lin Jingzhi and even take her to Dali? Hmph, today I’m going to drain you so you can’t go back and pamper her.”

Well, Ice Sis was jealous.

When a woman gets jealous, the consequences are serious—she’s far stronger than usual.

…

For the next few days, Ye Qiu took leave from the hospital and stayed home, focusing on his cultivation.

Since Qian Jinglan was still in Suzhou and Hangzhou with Old Master Qian, Lin Jingzhi, Bai Bing, and Qin Wan took turns coming to the house to look after Ye Qiu.

During this time, Ye Qiu’s life was quite comfortable.

Time flew by.

In the blink of an eye, it was August 12th.

In two days, Ye Qiu would officially face off against the great Korean medical sage, Li Zhengxi, in a medical duel.

For some time, both television news and online media had been covering the event relentlessly, drawing immense attention.

August 13th.

An auspicious day, suitable for travel.

Ye Qiu woke up at seven in the morning, packed his bags, and headed to Jinling.

Miracle Doctor Chapter 757

Ye Qiu was about to head out with his suitcase when a knock came at the door.

Knock knock!

He opened it to find Lin Jingzhi standing there, holding a takeaway bag and smiling brightly.

“Lin Sis, what are you doing here?” Ye Qiu asked.

Lin Jingzhi handed him the bag. “I was worried you’d skip breakfast, so I grabbed some coffee and bread from Starbucks on the way.”

“Thanks.” Ye Qiu took the bag and sat at the dining table to eat.

Lin Jingzhi glanced at the suitcase. “Everything packed?”

Ye Qiu nodded. “Yeah, all set.”

Lin Jingzhi sat across from him, propping her chin in her hands and gazing at him with her striking eyes.

Ye Qiu, feeling uneasy under her stare, said, “Lin Sis, I’m eating. Why do you keep looking at me?”

“I want to look at you a bit longer. Once you’re off to Jinling, I won’t see you for days.”

Lin Jingzhi was wearing a low-cut black T-shirt today, whether by design or not. As she spoke, she leaned forward, pressing her chest against the table, giving Ye Qiu a clear view of a deep, white valley.

Unfathomably deep!

“What are you looking at?” Lin Jingzhi asked, noticing his gaze.

“Nothing.” Ye Qiu quickly averted his eyes, his face reddening.

Lin Jingzhi giggled. “If you want to look, just look. I grew this big for you to see, didn’t I?”

“Take a good look.”

“Once you’re in Jinling, you won’t get the chance.”

She had a point!

Ye Qiu’s gaze darted back.

A little later, Lin Jingzhi got up, walked around the table, and sat on Ye Qiu’s lap, her arms looping around his neck. “Hubby, you’re off to Jinling soon. I’m going to miss you so much.”

Ye Qiu smiled. “I’ll be back in a few days. Besides, if you miss me, we can video call.”

“A video call is just looking, not touching. What’s the fun in that?” Lin Jingzhi said, unbuttoning Ye Qiu’s shirt. “Hubby, before you go, I want to pamper you one last time.”

Ye Qiu quickly grabbed her hand. “Lin Sis, let’s wait until I’m back from Jinling. I’m not in the mood right now…”

“I am.”

With that, Lin Jingzhi leaned in and kissed him.

Ye Qiu gave a wry smile inwardly. They say women in their thirties are like wolves and in their forties like tigers. Lin Jingzhi felt like a ravenous wolf, impossible to satisfy.

Worst of all, this wolf was highly skilled. In just a few moves, she ignited a fire within Ye Qiu.

They clung to each other tightly.

At the height of passion, knock knock knock—another knock came at the door, startling Ye Qiu. “Lin Sis, stop! Someone’s here.”

“What’s to fear? If I’m not mistaken, it’s either Bai Bing or Wan Sis.” Lin Jingzhi slid off him and opened the door.

Sure enough, it was Qin Wan.

Qin Wan stood there, radiant, but her face flushed when she saw Lin Jingzhi and Ye Qiu in disarray. “You two carry on. I’ll go.”

“You’re here, so why leave?” Lin Jingzhi swiftly pulled Qin Wan inside. “Wan Sis, Ye Qiu’s always the one bullying us. Now’s our chance to bully him together.”

Qin Wan, fully aware of what Lin Jingzhi meant by “bully,” blushed deeply. “I know Ye Qiu’s heading to Jinling today. I just came to see him off.”

“Jingzhi, you bully him instead!”

“I’m off…”

*Beep beep beep*—just then, Ye Qiu’s phone on the table rang, showing an unknown number.

“Hello, who’s this?” Ye Qiu answered.

“It’s me,” came an aged voice from the other end.

Ye Qiu’s body jolted. He sat up straight, covering the phone and whispering to Lin Jingzhi and Qin Wan, “Quiet—it’s a call from Supreme Leader Elder Tang.”

Shock flashed across the women’s faces. They hadn’t expected the Supreme Leader to personally call Ye Qiu.

“Leader, what are your instructions?” Ye Qiu asked respectfully.

“I heard you’re competing against the Great Korean Medical Sage. Are you confident?” Elder Tang asked kindly.

Ye Qiu smiled. “Leader, you know me. I never fight unprepared battles.”

Elder Tang said, “Confidence is good, Ye Qiu, but don’t be arrogant.”

“Korea has many skilled doctors. For Li Zhengxi to be called a Medical Sage, he must have extraordinary abilities.”

“Always remember—never underestimate your opponent.”

Elder Tang continued, “I heard that in this competition with Li Zhengxi, you’re not just determining a winner, but also life and death?”

Ye Qiu explained, “That was Li Zhengxi’s proposal—victory means life, defeat means death.”

Elder Tang said, “This contest isn’t just about the two of you. It’s about the rivalry between Chinese medicine and Korean traditional medicine, and it concerns the honour of our two nations. You must win this battle, Ye Qiu. You cannot lose.”

Ye Qiu declared firmly, “Rest assured, Leader. I’ll give it my all.”

“Good luck. I’ll be waiting for your good news in the capital!”

Elder Tang hung up.

Ye Qiu put away his phone, checked the time, and said, “Lin Sis, it’s getting late. I need to head out.”

“Then you owe me this time. Make it up to me when you’re back.” Lin Jingzhi stepped forward, straightening Ye Qiu’s clothes. “Go for it. I’ll be waiting at home for your triumphant return.”

Qin Wan added, “Me too.”

“Mm.” Ye Qiu kissed both women on the cheek, then grabbed his suitcase and headed out.

They saw him downstairs.

“Odd, why didn’t Bai Bing come today?” Lin Jingzhi wondered. “With her personality, she’d definitely show up to see you off. Did she get jealous and leave because she knew I was here?”

Ye Qiu found it strange too.

Bai Bing was outwardly cold but warm at heart. Though she often appeared aloof, she cared deeply for Ye Qiu.

Moreover, she’d been particularly invested in his upcoming duel with the Korean Medical Sage Li Zhengxi from the start.

Why hadn’t Ice Sis come to see him off?

Ye Qiu laughed it off. “Ice Sis must be busy with something. She’s the hospital director now, with a lot on her plate.”

“Lin Sis, Wan Sis, take care of yourselves while I’m gone.”

“If I come back and find you’ve lost weight, hmph, I’ll have to punish you.”

Lin Jingzhi giggled. “Punish how? Tie me up? Drip wax? Your choice.”

Qin Wan’s face reddened again. She felt like a naive girl next to Lin Jingzhi.

“Ye Qiu, focus on your competition. Don’t worry about us—we’ll take care of ourselves,” Qin Wan said softly.

“Alright, Lin Sis, Wan Sis, I’m off!”

Ye Qiu hailed a taxi and headed to the airport.

Forty minutes later, he arrived at the airport. As he stepped out of the taxi, he froze in shock.

Miracle Doctor Chapter 758

—

Ye Qiu looked up and saw a large crowd gathered outside the airport.

Bai Bing, Sun Shengshou, Old Xiang, Fu Yanjie, Su Xiaoxiao… and directors from other hospital departments.

At least thirty or forty people.

As Ye Qiu approached, he asked, “What are you all doing here?”

Bai Bing smiled. “Everyone heard you’re heading to Jinling to compete against the Great Korean Medical Sage, so we came to see you off.”

Ye Qiu glanced at the group, joking, “With all of you here, isn’t the hospital shutting down for the day?”

Old Xiang laughed. “To send off Director Ye, the hospital specially adjusted today’s work schedule. It won’t affect patient care.”

Fu Yanjie said, “Director, I’m not good with words, but I hope you thrash that Korean Medical Sage until he’s grovelling.”

Ye Qiu replied, “I’m competing in medicine, not fighting.”

The crowd burst into laughter.

Then, Ye Qiu’s expression turned serious. He bowed to everyone and said, “Thank you all for coming to see me off. I’m grateful.”

He knew they were here not just out of deep friendship, but also out of hope.

Hope that he would win.

Or rather, hope that Chinese medicine would win!

“Master!” Sun Shengshou stepped forward. “This battle must be won! Chinese medicine must triumph!”

Eight simple words, heavy as a thousand pounds.

Ye Qiu understood Sun Shengshou’s meaning and said, “Don’t worry, I’ll give it my all and won’t disgrace Chinese medicine.”

“I believe in you, Master,” Sun Shengshou nodded firmly.

Su Xiaoxiao then approached, her rosy face beaming with a smile. “Director Ye, I wish you a resounding victory and glory for our country.”

“Thanks.” Ye Qiu glanced down. It had been a while, and this girl seemed to have… grown a bit.

Was she drinking papaya soup every day?

Su Xiaoxiao added, “Director Ye, before you go, can you grant me a small request?”

Ye Qiu was curious. “What request?”

A shy look crossed Su Xiaoxiao’s face as she whispered, “I’d like to give you a hug.”

“This…”

Ye Qiu hesitated. Not only were many colleagues present, but Bai Bing was watching nearby.

To his surprise, Su Xiaoxiao threw herself into his arms, wrapping her hands around his waist.

Instantly, Ye Qiu felt an overwhelming sense of pressure against his chest.

Sure enough, this girl had grown.

Bai Bing, watching from the side, raised an eyebrow.

“Director, do well! There’s a reward when you win and come back!” Su Xiaoxiao said.

“What reward?” Ye Qiu asked.

“I won’t tell you now. You’ll find out when you’re back,” Su Xiaoxiao said mysteriously.

Ye Qiu lowered his voice. “Xiaoxiao, ease up on the papaya soup. Leave the heavy lifting to me.”

Su Xiaoxiao caught the meaning in his words, her ears turning red. She glared at him. “Director, you’re so naughty~”

She let go and quickly returned to her spot, too shy to meet Ye Qiu’s gaze.

Just then, a black Audi A6 pulled up nearby.

The door opened, and Vice Mayor Huang stepped out, smiling. “Looks like I’m not too late. You haven’t left yet, Little Ye.”

Ye Qiu hurried forward, shaking hands with him. “Mayor Huang, what brings you here?”

Vice Mayor Huang said, “I came specifically to see you off.”

Ye Qiu smiled. “It’s just a competition. I’ll be back once it’s over. I wouldn’t dare trouble you to come personally.”

“Little Ye, this competition is no small matter. I had to come.”

Vice Mayor Huang’s tone grew serious. “Little Ye, in this competition, you’re not just representing yourself, but all of Chinese medicine in our country.”

“You must have seen the news these past few days. The contest between Chinese and Korean medicine has sparked heated debate. Though it’s a medical duel, it’s escalated into a matter of national pride.”

“Officially, as a Jiangzhou native, it’s my duty as a local leader to see you off and cheer you on.”

“Personally, as your friend, I should be here to send you off too.”

“Little Ye, I hope you defeat Li Zhengxi soundly, showing those foreigners the power of Chinese medicine.”

“More importantly, let them understand that while our country is a land of etiquette, our dignity is not to be challenged.”

“Anyone who dares challenge our nation will pay a heavy price!”

“Little Ye, do you understand my meaning?”

Ye Qiu nodded. “I understand.”

“Good.” Vice Mayor Huang checked his watch. “Provincial leaders are visiting today, so I need to go greet them.”

“I won’t say more.”

“Little Ye, when you return, I’ll throw you a victory banquet!”

Vice Mayor Huang patted Ye Qiu’s shoulder, got back in the car, and left.

The other department directors watched with envy.

“Director Ye’s got some serious clout. Even Vice Mayor Huang came to see him off.”

“With Director Ye backed by Dean Bai in the hospital and Vice Mayor Huang in official circles, his rise is just a matter of time.”

“Let’s go say hello to Director Ye!”

The directors stepped forward, greeting Ye Qiu and offering words of encouragement.

After a while, Bai Bing said, “Director Ye’s about to board. Everyone, head back.”

The crowd dispersed.

Soon, only Ye Qiu and Bai Bing remained.

Bai Bing handed him a paper bag. “I had a set of clothes tailored for you. You can wear them during the competition.”

Ye Qiu thanked her. “Thanks, Ice Sis.”

“No need to be polite with me,” Bai Bing said. “I was going to go with you to Jinling, but with provincial leaders visiting the hospital today, I can’t leave as the dean.”

“I can’t accompany you to Jinling.”

“Take care of yourself. Eat on time, sleep on time, and don’t touch…”

Bai Bing almost said “don’t flirt,” but worried it might sound petty, she quickly corrected, “…don’t touch cigarettes or alcohol.”

Ye Qiu glanced back, seeing the hospital staff had left. He swiftly pulled Bai Bing into a hug. “Ice Sis, you take care too.”

Bai Bing puffed out her chest and asked, “Whose is comfier?”

“What do you mean?”

Ye Qiu looked baffled.

“Don’t play dumb.” Bai Bing pinched his waist, feigning anger. “A rabbit doesn’t eat the grass near its burrow. Stay away from Su Xiaoxiao, or I won’t let you off, hmph!”

“Ice Sis, you’ve got it wrong. Su Xiaoxiao and I…”

“I’m off!”

Bai Bing didn’t give him a chance to explain, turning and leaving.

Ye Qiu stood there, muttering under his breath, “A rabbit doesn’t eat the grass near its burrow, but I’m not a rabbit!”

Miracle Doctor Chapter 759

At eleven in the morning, the plane landed at Jinling International Airport.

Ye Qiu, carrying his suitcase, stepped out of the exit and saw a massive crowd, completely blocking the way. There were numerous journalists with cameras, eagerly waiting as if anticipating someone important.

“Is some big celebrity coming to Jinling?” Ye Qiu wondered.

Just then, a shout erupted from the crowd: “They’re here!”

Instantly, the journalists surged past Ye Qiu.

Who had arrived?

Curious, Ye Qiu turned and saw a large group emerging from the exit. In the next moment, he spotted a familiar face among them.

The renowned Korean medical expert, son of the Medical Sage—Li Minghan!

Li Minghan was dressed in a sharp suit, his hair slicked with gel, head held high, exuding confidence. Beside him were over twenty others, all strutting with equal swagger.

Ye Qiu realised this group must be the Korean medical delegation.

His gaze then fell on an old man in the crowd. Over seventy, lean-faced, dressed in plain white hanbok and soft boots, his white hair meticulously combed.

The Great Korean Medical Sage, Li Zhengxi!

Ye Qiu recognised him instantly, a glint flashing in his eyes.

The journalists swarmed Li Zhengxi’s group, snapping photos and shouting:

“Mr. Li, welcome to our country!”

“We’re from Eastern TV. May we ask you a few questions?”

“Mr. Li…”

Li Zhengxi ignored them, walking forward amidst the entourage.

A young student with a backpack rushed to the front, excitedly shouting, “Mr. Li, I’m a medical student from our country and a huge admirer of Korean traditional medicine. You’re my idol! Could you please sign an autograph?”

Li Zhengxi acted as if he hadn’t heard, continuing to ignore him.

“Mr. Li, please, just one autograph…” the student pleaded.

Ye Qiu glanced at the young man, inwardly cursing, “With so many skilled doctors in our country, you choose to idolise a foreigner? What a bootlicker!”

The journalists kept snapping photos and firing questions.

“Mr. Li Zhengxi, are you confident about this competition?”

“Mr. Li Zhengxi, if you lose, will you really take your own life?”

“Mr. Li…”

“Stop!” Li Minghan barked. “My father has been on a long flight and needs rest. Please don’t disturb him.”

“If you have questions, ask me.”

“But I’ll only answer three.”

As soon as he finished, a journalist thrust a microphone forward. “Mr. Li Minghan, will you be participating in this competition?”

“No,” Li Minghan replied. “All the competitions will be handled by my father personally.”

Another journalist asked, “Mr. Li Minghan, do you think your father will win?”

“That’s a ridiculous question. My father is the greatest doctor in Korean medical history, with unparalleled skills and an undefeated record. Of course he’ll win.”

Li Minghan scanned the journalists. “One last question. Who’s asking?”

A journalist stepped forward. “Mr. Li Minghan, what’s your view on Chinese medicine?”

The crowd fell silent, all eyes on Li Minghan, awaiting his response.

Li Minghan gave a faint smile. “In the face of our Korean traditional medicine, Chinese medicine isn’t even fit to carry our shoes.”

“My view on Chinese medicine? Two words.”

“Rubbish!”

As soon as he spoke, a scoff rang out.

“Pfft—”

The sound wasn’t loud, but in the quiet scene, it was jarringly noticeable.

Everyone turned, spotting a handsome young man with a suitcase, standing to the side with a broad smile.

“He looks familiar. I feel like I’ve seen him somewhere.”

“Me too.”

“I remember now—he’s Ye Qiu!”

“Ye Qiu? Which Ye Qiu?”

“Who else? The Chinese medicine practitioner competing against the Korean Medical Sage!”

“My gosh, he’s here!”

“Quick, stop him! Don’t let him get away—I have questions for him!”

Several journalists swarmed, surrounding Ye Qiu.

Li Minghan noticed Ye Qiu too.

As the saying goes, enemies meeting makes eyes burn red. The moment Li Minghan saw Ye Qiu, fury flared in his gaze.

“Ladies and gentlemen of the press, I’m Ye Qiu. Please hold your questions for a moment. I need to greet an old acquaintance first. Thank you.”

Ye Qiu walked toward Li Minghan, smiling. “Long time no see, defeated foe.”

Li Minghan’s anger surged. He sneered, “Your country claims to be a land of etiquette. Is this your hospitality?”

The journalists, seeing the two clash immediately, excitedly snapped photos and switched on their recorders and cameras to capture the moment.

“Your country is indeed a land of etiquette, but that’s for those who show courtesy,” Ye Qiu replied, implying Li Minghan was anything but polite.

He was already being quite restrained.

Normally, if someone called Chinese medicine rubbish to his face, Ye Qiu would’ve slapped them twice before saying anything.

He continued, “Besides, you *are* my defeated foe. I’m just stating facts.”

“As for you calling Chinese medicine rubbish—ha, is it really?”

“You lost to me. If Chinese medicine is rubbish, what does that make you?”

“Worse than rubbish, I suppose.”

Li Minghan’s face turned ashen with rage.

Ye Qiu, still smiling, said, “What, think I’m wrong? Go ahead and argue.”

Li Minghan wanted to retort but found himself at a loss for words.

He hadn’t expected Ye Qiu to be here, or he wouldn’t have made such an arrogant claim about Chinese medicine being rubbish.

His goal in belittling Chinese medicine was to elevate Korean medicine and show off. Now, Ye Qiu had publicly humiliated him.

“So you’re Ye Qiu?”

“Quite the sharp tongue!”

Li Zhengxi stepped forward, smiling. “I challenged the four great national medical sages, but they didn’t show up. Instead, they sent a junior like you to compete with me. Are they afraid of losing?”

Ye Qiu smiled. “Mr. Li, hello.”

“Your Mandarin is so fluent. You must have studied our culture, right?”

“Have you ever heard a certain saying?”

“What saying?” Li Zhengxi asked.

Ye Qiu’s smile widened. “Why use a butcher’s cleaver to kill a chicken?”

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Why use a butcher’s cleaver to kill a chicken!

What, is he calling me a chicken?

The smile on Li Zhengxi’s face froze instantly.

He hadn’t expected Ye Qiu’s words to be so sharp, openly challenging him in public. Absolutely outrageous!

The journalists on the scene were equally shocked. They hadn’t anticipated such a fiery clash at Ye Qiu and Li Zhengxi’s first meeting, especially with Ye Qiu’s provocative remark.

The Korean medical delegation snapped to attention, pointing at Ye Qiu and cursing:

“Watch your mouth, kid!”

“Don’t make me get rough with you!”

“Apologise to the Medical Sage now!”

*Bang!*

A tall, burly man swung a fist at Ye Qiu’s face.

“How dare you disrespect the Medical Sage? You’re dead!”

“Ah!” The journalists gasped, some even closing their eyes, unable to watch Ye Qiu’s impending fate.

The Korean man was nearly two metres tall, a full head taller than Ye Qiu, and powerfully built. How could Ye Qiu possibly stand a chance?

But after a moment, there was no sound. When they opened their eyes, they saw the man’s fist hadn’t landed on Ye Qiu’s face—it was caught firmly in Ye Qiu’s grip.

Ye Qiu looked at the towering Korean with a radiant smile. “There’s an old saying in our country: it’s impolite not to reciprocate.”

“You threw a punch at me. If I don’t return one, wouldn’t that be disrespecting you?”

Ye Qiu swung his fist.

*Boom!*

The burly Korean flew backwards, crashing over ten metres away, unconscious on the spot.

This…

The crowd was stunned.

No one had expected Ye Qiu, who looked so slight, to pack such power in his punch.

After their shock, the journalists were ecstatic, hoisting their cameras and snapping furiously at Ye Qiu and the unconscious Korean.

This was explosive footage, sure to capture national attention.

Some journalists were already crafting headlines in their minds:

*Shock! Chinese Medicine Prodigy Revealed as Martial Arts Master!*

*Korean Doctor Knocked Out by Chinese Medicine Practitioner, Drawing Thousands of Onlookers!*

*Chinese Medicine vs. Korean Medicine: The Fists Have Spoken!*

Li Zhengxi and Li Minghan’s faces darkened. Ye Qiu’s public assault was a slap to their faces.

Li Minghan fumed, “Ye Qiu, you’ve injured a member of our delegation for no reason. I’ll report this to the embassy, and you’ll pay dearly.”

Ye Qiu was unfazed, smiling. “Your man struck first. I was acting in self-defence.”

Self-defence, my foot!

Shameless!

Li Minghan was so angry his mouth twisted. “Ye Qiu, let me tell you, this matter…”

“Minghan!” Li Zhengxi interrupted, then turned to Ye Qiu. “I won’t compete with you in medicine!”

“Why not?” Ye Qiu countered.

“How long have you been practising medicine?” Li Zhengxi asked.

“Half a year,” Ye Qiu answered truthfully.

“And do you know how long I’ve been practising?” Li Zhengxi said. “Sixty years.”

“I’ve been saving lives since I was thirteen.”

“You’ve only been at it for six months. What qualifies you to challenge me?”

Ye Qiu didn’t get angry, smiling. “Mr. Li, you’re right. In terms of time and experience, I’m nowhere near you.”

“But ambition doesn’t depend on age.”

“Though my time in medicine is short, how do you know my skills aren’t up to yours?”

“Besides, your son has been practising longer than me, with more experience, and was personally trained by you. Yet he still lost to me, didn’t he?”

Damn it, must you bring that up?!

Li Minghan glared at Ye Qiu, his eyes murderous. If looks could kill, Ye Qiu would’ve been torn to pieces.

Ye Qiu continued, “Of course, if Mr. Li is truly unwilling to compete with me, I won’t force you.”

“But the title ‘Great Korean Medical Sage’ will, in my mind, be reduced to two words.”

“And those two words are—rubbish!”

Li Zhengxi’s eyebrows shot up in fury, but he suppressed his anger, snorting coldly. “Ye Qiu, you’re the first to dare call me rubbish.”

“Your arrogance alone ensures the challenge will proceed as planned.”

“I only hope your medical skills are as sharp as your tongue. Don’t disappoint me!”

Ye Qiu laughed heartily. “Rest assured, Mr. Li, I won’t disappoint you—I’ll make you feel despair!”

No more words were needed.

Fearing he’d be driven to death by Ye Qiu’s provocations if he stayed, Li Zhengxi snorted, “Let’s go!”

As they left, Li Minghan sneered at Ye Qiu. “Take a good look at this world while you can. Once the competition ends, you’ll be saying goodbye to it.”

The other members of the Korean delegation looked at Ye Qiu with contemptuous smiles, as if he were already a dead man.

Ye Qiu fired back without mercy. “You lot look hideous when you smirk—like dung beetles.”

Instantly, their faces darkened like charcoal.

“Let’s see if you’re still this cocky when the competition’s over,” Li Minghan spat, leading the group away in a huff.

Outside the airport, Li Minghan noticed Li Zhengxi’s grim expression and said, “Father, don’t stoop to that scoundrel’s level. He’s as good as dead anyway.”

*Slap!*

Li Zhengxi spun around, striking Li Minghan across the face. “Useless!”

“You studied medicine under me for years, yet you lost to that kid. You’ve utterly disgraced me.”

“Not only did you shame me, but you’ve made me endure his insults. Damn it!”

Li Minghan bowed his head, apologising. “I’m sorry, Father. It’s my incompetence.”

“Hmph.” Li Zhengxi snorted heavily, then said, “Ye Qiu is no threat.”

“I came to your country not just to avenge you, but to defeat the four great national medical sages.”

“Those men are the spiritual pillars of Chinese medicine. Once they’re dead, Chinese medicine will collapse, and its extinction is only a matter of time.”

Li Zhengxi glanced around. “No one’s here to pick us up?”

Li Minghan replied, “I’ve informed the embassy to send cars. I told them it’s Father’s first visit, so it must be grand… Father, our ride’s here.”

Li Zhengxi looked up and saw over a hundred Mercedes-Benz cars lined up like a dragon outside the airport, led by a limited-edition Rolls-Royce.

A grand spectacle.

Very impressive.

“Minghan, you handled this well.”

Li Zhengxi nodded with satisfaction and, surrounded by his entourage, walked toward the Rolls-Royce.

As they reached it, the car door swung open.

A short-haired young man stepped out, glancing disdainfully at Li Zhengxi. “Where’d this old geezer come from? Get lost!”