MD 1021 to 1030

 

Miracle Doctor Chapter 1021

Long Er!

Upon hearing this name, Ye Qiu’s pupils contracted sharply, “Long Er of the Forbidden City?”

The old man nodded with a smile, “Indeed, it is I.”

Ye Qiu’s expression changed drastically, and he shouted urgently, “Get back!”

Everyone was confused, standing still. Fu Yanjie even asked, “Director, what’s going on?”

“Retreat,” Ye Qiu commanded again.

Though Fu Yanjie and the others didn’t understand Ye Qiu’s intentions, seeing his unprecedentedly grave expression, they immediately retreated dozens of metres.

“No need to be nervous, I mean no harm,” Long Er said with a smile.

Ye Qiu didn’t believe a word of it. His eyes locked on Long Er, fully on guard, and he asked, “Are you here to kill me?”

“You misunderstand. I didn’t come to Jiangzhou to kill you,” Long Er said, “Besides, if I wanted you dead, you’d already be a corpse.”

Ye Qiu remained vigilant, asking, “Then why are you here?”

Long Er replied, “I came for two reasons.”

“First, I wanted to see what kind of person killed my brothers.”

“Second, I’m delivering an invitation on behalf of my elder brother.”

Ye Qiu asked in a low voice, “Has Long Yi come out of seclusion?”

Long Er didn’t answer, saying instead, “Ye Qiu, you’re impressive.”

“But unfortunately, you shouldn’t have made an enemy of our Forbidden City, nor should you have killed my brothers.”

At this, Long Er pulled a gilded invitation from his robe and handed it to Ye Qiu, saying, “From my elder brother.”

Ye Qiu took the invitation and opened it. A single line of small text was written inside.

“On New Year’s Eve, come to the Forbidden City to meet your death!”

Signed: Long Yi.

Ye Qiu’s heart tightened. This wasn’t an invitation, it was a challenge!

At that moment, the letter suddenly turned to dust, bursting into a dazzling white light filled with boundless killing intent, surging towards Ye Qiu’s forehead.

Ye Qiu, prepared, smashed his fist forward.

“Boom!”

A loud crash rang out.

The white light wasn’t shattered by Ye Qiu’s punch, instead it rang out like an impossibly sharp divine sword.

Hmph!

Ye Qiu snorted coldly, releasing three streams of innate true qi, accompanied by a thunderous dragon’s roar. The white light was finally extinguished.

Long Er looked at the three streams of innate true qi above Ye Qiu’s head, envy flickering across his face.

“No wonder you could kill my brothers at such a young age, you’ve cultivated innate true qi.”

“Ye Qiu, you truly are a martial arts prodigy. If not for the blood feud between you and our Forbidden City, I’d want to take you as my final disciple.”

“Sadly, your time is running out.”

“Less than three months until New Year’s Eve, Ye Qiu. Use this time to train well.”

“On New Year’s Eve, I’ll personally send you to your grave in the Forbidden City.”

“Farewell.”

With that, Long Er turned to leave.

“Stop!”

Ye Qiu’s voice was stern, “Long Er, this is Jiangzhou, not a place you can come and go as you please.”

Long Er paused, turning back to Ye Qiu with a smile, “What, you want to keep me here?”

Ye Qiu gave a cold smile, “If I can take you down in Jiangzhou, I’ll only have to face Long Yi on New Year’s Eve.”

Long Er looked at Ye Qiu, his smile unwavering, “I admire your courage, but thinking you can keep me here is far too naive.”

“You’re no match for me.”

“If you don’t believe me, go ahead and try.”

“Try I will.” Ye Qiu threw a punch at Long Er’s face.

Boom!

A massive collision echoed.

The next second, Ye Qiu’s expression changed drastically.

His punch didn’t land on Long Er’s face, it was stopped halfway by a single finger.

“Your strength is impressive.”

“Among your peers, no one could block that punch.”

“But to think you can keep me here is too naive.”

“Want to try again?”

“I suggest you use your innate true qi.”

Long Er’s bright smile felt like mockery to Ye Qiu.

“Again!”

This time, Ye Qiu unleashed his innate true qi, quickly enveloping his fist with three streams of it.

Instantly, his fist glowed with golden light.

“Bang!”

Ye Qiu threw a powerful punch, compressing the air with a cracking blast.

Boom!

His fist shot like a meteor, lightning-fast, towards Long Er’s head.

Yet, it was still blocked by Long Er’s single finger.

“Too weak.”

Long Er laughed, “Kid, haven’t you eaten?”

Hearing Long Er’s words, Ye Qiu’s refined face flushed red, as if deeply humiliated.

He threw another punch, aiming for Long Er’s finger.

This third punch carried at least ten thousand pounds of force.

“Bang!”

Ye Qiu’s fist struck Long Er’s finger.

But to his shock, despite the immense force, Long Er’s expression didn’t change, his finger easily blocking the blow.

“This…”

Ye Qiu was horrified.

That punch could kill a master on the Dragon List, yet it didn’t even scratch Long Er’s finger.

Long Er’s finger was like an immovable divine pillar.

“Still want to try?” Long Er asked.

Ye Qiu fell silent. Long Er’s cultivation was too strong, further attempts would be futile.

“Courtesy demands reciprocity. You’ve thrown three punches, now try taking one of my fingers.”

With that, Long Er thrust a finger forward.

Whoosh!

As Ye Qiu’s fist met Long Er’s finger, he felt an overwhelming force.

Sharp as a blade.

Fierce as a dragon.

In an instant, Ye Qiu was sent flying, crashing dozens of metres away in front of Fu Yanjie and the others.

Clang!

Ye Qiu felt his body falling apart.

“Ye Qiu—”

“Director—”

Su Luoying, Su Xiaoxiao, Fu Yanjie, and Old Xiang quickly helped Ye Qiu sit up.

“Ye Qiu, don’t forget, come to the Forbidden City on New Year’s Eve.”

“I’ll personally send you to your grave.”

“If you don’t show, everyone connected to you, family, friends, colleagues, I’ll invite their entire families to die, one by one.”

“See you in the Forbidden City on New Year’s Eve!”

Long Er smiled and walked away.

Ye Qiu’s gaze followed Long Er’s back until he vanished completely. Only then did Ye Qiu open his mouth.

“Pfft—”

A mouthful of blood sprayed out.

Long Er’s earlier finger strike hadn’t just knocked Ye Qiu back, it had caused internal injuries.

Seeing him spit blood, Su Luoying urgently asked, “Ye Qiu, are you okay?”

“Director, are you alright?” Su Xiaoxiao said, full of concern.

Fu Yanjie said directly, “Director, let’s get you to a ward to rest.”

“Yeah, Director, rest for a bit,” Old Xiang added, worried about Ye Qiu’s injuries.

At that moment, Ye Qiu’s phone began ringing urgently.

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Ye Qiu pulled out his phone and saw an unfamiliar number.

He pressed the answer key.

“Hello, this is Ye Qiu…”

Before he could finish, an aged voice came through.

“It’s me.”

Just two words, but Ye Qiu knew who it was.

Grandfather Ye!

“Cough, cough…” Ye Qiu coughed violently, blood trickling from the corner of his mouth.

Su Luoying’s eyes welled up as she said, “Ye Qiu, talk later, rest first.”

Grandfather Ye’s voice came through, “Ye Qiu, what’s wrong? Are you unwell?”

Ye Qiu gestured to Su Luoying and the others to stay quiet, then answered, “I’m fine, just choked on some water.”

“Why the sudden call? Is something up?”

Grandfather Ye said, “Long Yi may have come out of seclusion.”

“I just received a challenge letter from the Forbidden City.”

“Long Yi has invited me, Wuwei, and Wudi to the Forbidden City on New Year’s Eve to meet our deaths.”

“Ye Qiu, be careful. I’m worried Long Yi might come to Jiangzhou for you.”

Ye Qiu replied, “Long Yi didn’t come, but I just met Long Er.”

“Long Er also delivered a challenge letter to me.”

“The contents are the same as yours.”

Grandfather Ye was startled and asked urgently, “You didn’t fight Long Er, did you?”

“No,” Ye Qiu lied, not wanting to worry him about the fight and injury.

Grandfather Ye sighed in relief, “Good, that’s good. Long Er has been in seclusion for years, his strength must be terrifying. You’d be at a disadvantage fighting him.”

“Ye Qiu, with less than three months until New Year’s Eve, you must seize this time to improve your strength at all costs.”

Ye Qiu nodded, “I understand.”

“Alright, I’ll hang up now.” No sooner had Grandfather Ye ended the call than Ye Qiu’s phone rang again.

This time, it was the War God.

“Ye Qiu, your phone’s been busy. I got a challenge letter from the Forbidden City, telling me to go there on New Year’s Eve to die,” the War God said.

Ye Qiu replied, “I got one too.”

“I knew they’d target you,” the War God said angrily, “Those old bastards from the Forbidden City are ruthless.”

“They clearly have the power to take us out one by one, yet they send challenge letters, giving us time, just to make us struggle in fear every day.”

“Hmph, even if I die, I’ll make them pay.”

The War God urged, “Ye Qiu, train hard. The battle is set, and our time is short.”

Ye Qiu said, “I just fought Long Er.”

“Oh?” the War God asked, surprised, “How did it go?”

“I didn’t probe Long Er’s true strength. I didn’t use my full power, but he injured me with just one finger,” Ye Qiu said, “I suspect Long Er has cultivated at least ten streams of true qi.”

The War God’s heart sank, “Ye Qiu, no matter how strong the Forbidden City is, don’t be afraid.”

“Die, and we’re done, live, and we’ll last forever.”

“Besides, if the sky falls, I’ll hold it up.”

Ye Qiu wanted to retort that the War God, who knew no martial arts, couldn’t possibly face the Forbidden City’s old monsters.

But he knew the War God was saying this to boost his morale.

Ye Qiu was deeply touched.

“War God, thank you,” Ye Qiu said gratefully.

“No need for thanks, prepare for the fight!” The War God hung up.

Less than three seconds later, Ye Qiu’s phone rang again.

This time, it was Master Du’e.

“Benefactor Ye, I received a challenge letter from the Forbidden City, asking me to go there on New Year’s Eve to die.”

Ye Qiu said, “Master, I got one too.”

Master Du’e asked, “What are your thoughts, Benefactor Ye?”

Ye Qiu replied, “Long Er said if I don’t go, he’ll kill everyone connected to me, family, friends, colleagues, entire households. So, I have no choice but to go.”

Master Du’e said, “In that case, I’ll go to the Forbidden City on New Year’s Eve as well.”

“As a monk, I’ve long set life and death aside.”

“Benefactor Ye, use this time to improve your cultivation!”

Ye Qiu said apologetically, “Master, I’m sorry, I’ve dragged you into this.”

Ye Qiu knew that without him, Master Du’e wouldn’t have received the challenge.

Master Du’e smiled, “No need for self-blame, Benefactor Ye.”

“Fate is destined, all is preordained.”

“I believe you will turn danger into fortune.”

“We’ll meet at the Forbidden City on New Year’s Eve.”

As soon as Master Du’e hung up, Longbrow Immortal’s call came through.

“Little brat, I’ve got something to tell you. Those bastards from the Forbidden City are too arrogant, telling me to go there on New Year’s Eve to die. Damn it, aren’t they just bullying me?”

“If Dragon Tiger Mountain hadn’t declined, would the Forbidden City dare act so cocky?”

“They’re clearly picking on the weak.”

“So infuriating. If I could beat Long Yi, I’d storm the Forbidden City, thrash him, and slap his face with my shoe sole.”

Longbrow Immortal ranted angrily, then said, “Little brat, you’ll probably get a challenge letter from the Forbidden City soon.”

“It seems Long Yi might have come out of seclusion.”

“Little brat, what do you think we should do?”

Ye Qiu countered, “Old man, what’s your plan?”

Longbrow Immortal replied, “I can’t swallow this insult.”

“The Forbidden City has gone too far.”

“I’ve decided, tomorrow I’ll take Shuisheng and leave Dragon Tiger Mountain to hide somewhere.”

What?

Ye Qiu thought he’d misheard, “Old man, what did you just say?”

Longbrow Immortal said, “Tomorrow, I’m taking Shuisheng and leaving Dragon Tiger Mountain to hide in some remote forest.”

Ye Qiu snapped, “You’re the head of a sect, and you’re playing the coward? Have you no shame?”

“What’s shame worth? It can’t save my life,” Longbrow Immortal said, “Little brat, you should run too!”

“No offense, even if you’re a once-in-a-century martial genius, in front of the Forbidden City’s old monsters, you’re a weakling.”

“Keep the green hills, and you’ll never lack firewood.”

“Listen to me, save your life first. When you’re stronger, you can wipe out the Forbidden City.”

“Little brat, why don’t you join me and Shuisheng at Dragon Tiger Mountain? We can hide in the wilderness and play cards in our spare time.”

Play your sister.

Furious, Ye Qiu hung up.

That day, news of the Forbidden City’s challenge letters to Ye Qiu and others spread through the capital.

Everyone was shocked.

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Long Er’s sudden appearance not only injured Ye Qiu but also brought him unprecedented pressure.

As the War God said, the Forbidden City’s move was undoubtedly aimed at killing and crushing his spirit.

Long Er’s strength far surpassed Ye Qiu’s. If he had wanted to kill Ye Qiu earlier, Ye Qiu would have been in grave danger.

But Long Er didn’t do that.

He only brought Ye Qiu a challenge letter.

It was clear the Forbidden City not only wanted Ye Qiu dead but also wanted him to live in fear before his death.

To suffer the torment of fear.

“Forbidden City, you underestimate me. If I were afraid of death, I wouldn’t have made an enemy of you in the first place.”

Ye Qiu wiped the blood from his mouth and stood up from the ground.

Su Luoying, worried about Ye Qiu’s injuries, said, “Ye Qiu, let me take you back. You’re badly hurt.”

“Don’t worry about me, it’s just a minor injury, nothing serious.”

Seeing everyone’s concerned faces, Ye Qiu said, “Sorry for startling you all.”

“I’m really fine.”

“I was supposed to treat you all to dinner tonight, but with this happening, the dinner might…”

Before Ye Qiu could finish, Su Xiaoxiao said, “Director, we understand.”

“Let’s skip dinner tonight.”

“Go home early!”

Fu Yanjie added, “Yeah, Director, go home quickly!”

Old Xiang said, “Director, handle your matters first. We can gather for a meal when you’re free.”

“Thank you all for understanding. I’m happy to have colleagues like you.” Ye Qiu’s tone shifted, “But we still need to eat.”

“People are made of iron, food is steel, how can we not eat?”

“I won’t go tonight, Xiaoxiao, take everyone to the Emperor Hotel for dinner. I’ve booked a private room, just give my name when you arrive.”

“Xiaoxiao, this is a task I’m entrusting to you. You must complete it perfectly.”

“Tell me, can you do it?”

Su Xiaoxiao felt heavy-hearted but didn’t want Ye Qiu to see it. She nodded and said, “Director, I can do it.”

“Good. Order the expensive dishes, don’t worry about saving me money. I’m heading home now, see you.”

Ye Qiu waved and turned to leave.

Su Luoying, Su Xiaoxiao, Fu Yanjie, and Old Xiang stood still, watching Ye Qiu drive away.

Fu Yanjie said, “The Director is a real tough guy, spitting so much blood yet still smiling to keep us from worrying.”

Old Xiang, puzzled, said, “I heard that old man say he was from the Forbidden City. What kind of existence is the Forbidden City?”

Su Luoying said, “The Forbidden City is a force, and their power is terrifying.”

“How terrifying?” Fu Yanjie asked.

Su Luoying shook her head, “I don’t know exactly how terrifying.”

“I’ve only heard they’re all century-old monsters with unfathomable cultivation.”

“They act arrogantly and lawlessly, with nothing to restrain them. They don’t even take Elder Tang seriously.”

What?

Fu Yanjie and Old Xiang were shocked.

In their eyes, a figure like Elder Tang was, in ancient times, the supreme emperor, holding the power of life and death over everything. No one dared defy the emperor, let alone ignore him.

Fu Yanjie said in disbelief, “Are the Forbidden City people mad, not taking Elder Tang seriously?”

“Even if they’re skilled, they can’t be that lawless, can they?”

“Are they immortals?”

Old Xiang retorted, “Nonsense, how could there be immortals in this world?”

Su Luoying added, “The Forbidden City people aren’t immortals, but they have immortal-like methods.”

“In this world, they are invincible.”

“Anyone who opposes them never ends well.”

“This time, Ye Qiu might…”

At this, tears welled in Su Luoying’s eyes, her worry for Ye Qiu overwhelming.

The atmosphere grew heavy.

Suddenly, Su Xiaoxiao said, “I think we should do something for the Director.”

At this, a spark lit in Su Luoying’s eyes.

Su Xiaoxiao continued, “The Director has been so good to us. Now that he’s in trouble, we can’t stand by.”

Fu Yanjie sighed, “Xiaoxiao, I want to help the Director too, but if I were a martial arts master, I’d go with him to the Forbidden City on New Year’s Eve. But I’m useless, I can’t help at all.”

Old Xiang said, “Let’s just do our jobs well and not add to the Director’s troubles.”

Fu Yanjie nodded, “I think Old Xiang’s right. Work hard, don’t cause trouble for the Director.”

Su Xiaoxiao shook off her low mood and said, “Come on, let’s go eat!”

Old Xiang said, “Let’s forget it. The Director’s gone home, we should all head back too.”

“No, the Director gave me this task. We have to go eat. Follow me.”

With that, Su Xiaoxiao led everyone straight to the Emperor Hotel.

…

On the way home, Ye Qiu got a call from Cao Qingcheng.

“I’ve heard about everything. It’s all over the capital now, Ye Qiu. Is there anything I can do? Or rather, what can I and Dragon Gate’s hundred thousand brothers do to help?”

Ye Qiu thought for a moment and said, “There is something I need to trouble you with.”

“Help me gather century-old medicinal herbs, as many as possible.”

“Be quick.”

Cao Qingcheng didn’t ask what Ye Qiu needed the herbs for and agreed, “I’ll spare no expense to find them. Where should I send them once I do?”

Ye Qiu said, “Send them directly to Jiangzhou, to Xiao Zhan.”

“Got it.” Cao Qingcheng added, “If you need anything else, contact me anytime.”

“You’re the master of Dragon Gate. The Forbidden City’s challenge to you is a challenge to us.”

“No matter what, I and the hundred thousand Dragon Gate brothers will always support you, through life and death!”

“Thank you.” Ye Qiu hung up and called Xiao Zhan, asking him to find a quiet villa for him.

Next, he needed to go into seclusion for a while.

With less than three months until New Year’s Eve, he had to use this time to improve his strength.

Then, Ye Qiu called Bai Bing, instructing her to monitor Su Luoying’s health and contact him if anything changed.

That evening, Ye Qiu stayed at Lin Jingzhi’s place and gave her some instructions.

The next morning, Ye Qiu went home and had a long talk with Qian Jinglan.

At noon, Qian Jinglan invited Lin Jingzhi and Bai Bing over, preparing a table full of dishes. The family enjoyed a warm meal together.

After lunch, Ye Qiu took the Emperor Sword and went with Xiao Zhan to the place for his seclusion.

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Meishan Nanju is a villa district, backed by mountains on one side and facing a lake on the other.

The environment is beautiful.

Xiao Zhan brought Ye Qiu to a standalone villa and said, “Boss, this villa district was developed by our Dragon Gate real estate company. They’re all fully renovated and will officially go on sale next spring.”

“It’s very quiet here.”

“Also, this villa has a large basement, which I think is perfect for seclusion.”

“Boss, shall I take you inside to have a look?”

Ye Qiu nodded, “Alright!”

Xiao Zhan led Ye Qiu into the villa and down to the basement.

Ye Qiu looked around.

The basement was about fifty square metres, with solid wood flooring. Since no one lived there yet, it had no furniture or appliances, making it feel quite empty.

Ye Qiu said, “This place is good.”

Xiao Zhan said, “Boss, if you like it here, I can get a bed and some furniture and appliances later.”

“No need, I’m here for seclusion, not to enjoy myself.” Ye Qiu said, “Xiao Zhan, I have a few things to instruct you on.”

“First, Zhuque is gathering medicinal herbs for me. When she finds them, she’ll send them to Jiangzhou. Every ten days, bring the herbs here and leave them at the door.”

“Second, Su Luoying’s health is poor, she only has three months left.”

“During my seclusion, if Su Luoying’s condition worsens, come here and call me immediately.”

“Third, find some skilled Dragon Gate disciples to secretly protect my mother, Sister Lin, Sister Bing, Qin Wan, and Su Luoying and Su Xiaoxiao’s safety.”

“Fourth, I’ve decided to let Zhao Yun take over as Jiangzhou’s boss. Hand things over to him in the next couple of days.”

“As for you, I have other plans.”

“Have you noted these tasks?”

Xiao Zhan nodded, “I’ve got it, Boss. Rest assured in your seclusion, I’ll handle everything.”

Ye Qiu continued, “Also, during my seclusion, try not to let anyone disturb me.”

“Don’t worry, Boss, I’ll call over a hundred Dragon Gate disciples to guard this place.” Xiao Zhan asked, “Boss, anything else to instruct?”

Ye Qiu said, “I’ve covered everything, nothing else.”

“Oh, by the way, it’s only twenty-something days until New Year’s Eve.”

“If I haven’t come out by the twenty-fifth of the lunar twelfth month, make sure to call me.”

“Yes!” Xiao Zhan nodded.

“Alright, go handle your tasks, I’m starting my seclusion.” Ye Qiu waved his hand.

With that, Xiao Zhan left.

Ye Qiu closed the basement door, sat cross-legged on the floor, and officially began his seclusion.

Thereafter, every ten days, Xiao Zhan delivered medicinal herbs to Ye Qiu, each time with twenty century-old herbs.

In the blink of an eye, it was the lunar twelfth month.

The weather grew colder.

During this time, Xiao Zhan spent most of his days and nights guarding outside the villa.

On the twenty-fourth of the lunar twelfth month, the southern Little New Year.

Morning.

A cold wind picked up.

The bare trees in the villa’s courtyard swayed like bald old men, looking as if they might topple at any moment.

Xiao Zhan stood at the villa’s entrance, muttering, “Tomorrow is the twenty-fifth.”

“If Boss doesn’t come out today, I’ll have to call him out tomorrow.”

“I wonder if Boss’s cultivation has broken through this time?”

Xiao Zhan was full of worry.

He had heard about the Forbidden City’s challenge to Ye Qiu and was very concerned.

Just then, the clear sky suddenly darkened.

Xiao Zhan looked up to see thick dark clouds covering the sky.

Flashes of lightning appeared in the clouds, accompanied by rumbling thunder.

At the same time, an unsettling aura filled the air.

The hairs on Xiao Zhan’s body stood on end, overwhelmed by unease, oppression, and fear.

“Why do I feel like a destructive force is coming?”

“What’s going on?”

This feeling lasted nearly half an hour.

“Xiao Zhan!”

Suddenly, a voice came from behind.

Xiao Zhan turned to see Ye Qiu walking out of the villa.

After more than two months, Ye Qiu was dirty and gave off a foul smell.

But Xiao Zhan didn’t notice these things.

“Boss!” Xiao Zhan said with joy, “You’re out?”

“Yes.” Ye Qiu smiled and nodded, then saw Xiao Zhan’s sweaty face and asked, “What’s wrong?”

Xiao Zhan replied, “I don’t know what happened, half an hour ago, the sky suddenly darkened, like the end of the world.”

“Is that so?” Ye Qiu looked up at the sky and smiled, “Don’t worry, it’s fine.”

As he spoke, the dark clouds quickly dispersed.

In an instant, the sky was clear.

The oppressive aura vanished.

Xiao Zhan said in shock, “Boss, I really suspect you’re an immortal, speaking and making things happen.”

Ye Qiu smiled.

This wasn’t about speaking and making things happen, it was his heavenly tribulation.

This seclusion had yielded great results. Now, if he wished, he could face his tribulation at any time and cultivate his fourth innate true qi!

But Ye Qiu wasn’t rushing to face the tribulation, he had his own considerations.

Unfortunately, the Nine-Turn Dragon Art hadn’t broken through.

Ye Qiu felt he had touched the threshold of the fourth turn but, for some reason, couldn’t break through.

“Boss, how was this seclusion?” Xiao Zhan asked.

“Not bad.” Just as Ye Qiu spoke, a pleasant voice reached his ears.

“Ye Qiu!”

Ye Qiu turned to see Su Luoying, lifting her skirt, running over joyfully and throwing herself into his arms.

She cried with joy.

Xiao Zhan explained, “Boss, while you were in seclusion, Miss Su came here every day. She was very worried about you.”

What a silly girl.

After a long embrace, Ye Qiu tried to push Su Luoying away, saying, “I haven’t bathed in over two months, I smell.”

“It’s fine, I don’t mind,”

Su Luoying hugged Ye Qiu’s waist even tighter.

Xiao Zhan chuckled at the sight.

Ye Qiu instructed, “Xiao Zhan, get me a set of clothes, I’m going to bathe soon.”

“Yes.” Xiao Zhan responded and quickly went to prepare.

Once he left, Ye Qiu took Su Luoying’s pulse, checking it while asking, “Luoying, how’s your health been?”

“I feel pretty good,” Su Luoying said.

But Ye Qiu found her condition was serious, she could pass away at any moment.

“Luoying, I’ll treat you later.”

“Though I can’t fully resolve your constitution issue now, I’m confident I can stabilise it.”

“I can buy you another six months.”

“If I survive this trip to the Forbidden City, I’ll find a way to treat you when I return.”

Su Luoying lifted her head from Ye Qiu’s arms, looked at him seriously, and said, “I want to go to the capital with you.”

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“You want to go to the capital with me?”

Ye Qiu shook his head, “No. This trip to the capital will be very risky, I might not come back.”

Su Luoying said, “I know this trip is dangerous, that’s why I want to go with you.”

“If you live, I’ll be by your side.”

“If you die, I won’t live alone.”

Her eyes were filled with resolve.

Ye Qiu’s heart trembled, touched, he said, “Luoying, thank you.”

“But I can’t take you this time.”

“I don’t know what I’ll face, but there will definitely be life-and-death dangers. You being there won’t help me, it’ll only distract me.”

Su Luoying fell silent.

Because Ye Qiu was telling the truth.

After a moment, she said softly, “Ye Qiu, I know I can’t help you, I just want to be with you, to live and die together.”

“Since you won’t let me go to the capital, I won’t go, so you won’t be distracted because of me.”

“But I’ll wait for you in Jiangzhou.”

“If, if you don’t come back, I’ll join you below, so you won’t be lonely.”

What a silly girl.

Ye Qiu tightly embraced Su Luoying.

At this moment, Xiao Zhan returned with a large paper bag, seeing them still embracing, he teased with a smile, “Boss, you haven’t bathed in over two months, aren’t you afraid of making Miss Su faint?”

Before Ye Qiu could speak, Su Luoying said, “I don’t mind.”

Fine, pretend I said nothing.

Xiao Zhan said, “Boss, after you went into seclusion, I got some furniture. The second floor of the villa has everything.”

“Here are the clothes.”

He handed the paper bag to Ye Qiu, saying, “Boss, go take a bath!”

“Alright.” Ye Qiu took the bag and said to Su Luoying, “Wait for me to finish bathing, then I’ll treat you.”

With that, Ye Qiu went upstairs.

Worry still lingered in Su Luoying’s expression.

Xiao Zhan saw her thoughts and comforted her, “Miss Su, don’t worry.”

“Good people have heaven’s protection.”

“Boss has saved so many patients, done so many good deeds, good people will have good rewards.”

“Besides, Boss has faced crises before and came through fine, hasn’t he?”

Su Luoying shook her head, “This time is different, Ye Qiu’s facing the Forbidden City.”

“No matter what kind of enemy Boss faces, I believe he can turn danger into safety,” Xiao Zhan said, then his phone rang.

After listening for a moment, he said, “Miss Su, I have something to attend to, I’ll leave first. When Boss comes out, please let him know.”

Su Luoying nodded, “Alright.”

Xiao Zhan hurriedly left.

Su Luoying stood at the villa’s entrance, lost in thought, staring blankly.

A cold wind blew.

Su Luoying snapped out of it, startled by the chill.

Coming to her senses, she pulled a small white porcelain bottle from her sleeve. After hesitating, she seemed to make an important decision, then entered the villa, went straight up the stairs to the second floor, and gently pushed open the bedroom door.

From a distance, she saw Ye Qiu lying in the bathtub, facing away from the door.

Su Luoying took a deep breath and walked over.

Ye Qiu’s senses were sharp, noticing the door open immediately, thinking it was Xiao Zhan, he said, “Xiao Zhan, nothing happened while I was in seclusion, right?”

No response.

“Xiao Zhan?”

Ye Qiu turned and saw Su Luoying, startled, he quickly stood up from the bathtub.

He forgot he wasn’t wearing clothes.

“Ah!”

Su Luoying screamed, quickly covering her eyes with her hands.

Ye Qiu sank back into the bathtub, using bubbles to cover himself, then said, “Sorry, Luoying, I thought it was Xiao Zhan. By the way, what are you here for?”

Su Luoying glanced at Ye Qiu, said nothing, then placed her hands on his shoulders and began gently massaging.

“Luoying…”

“Let me massage you!”

Su Luoying seemed to cherish this rare moment alone, her hands gently kneading Ye Qiu’s shoulders.

Her massage technique was excellent.

Even more professional than Qin Wan’s.

Ye Qiu closed his eyes, enjoying Su Luoying’s massage, gradually feeling completely relaxed.

After more than ten minutes, Su Luoying stopped and asked, “Thirsty?”

“A bit,” Ye Qiu said.

“I’ll get you some water.” While pouring the water, Su Luoying quickly took the white porcelain bottle from her pocket, poured some red powder into the cup, and shook it gently. The powder dissolved into the water, disappearing, before she handed the cup to Ye Qiu.

Ye Qiu took the cup and drank it in one gulp.

Su Luoying continued massaging his shoulders, saying, “Ye Qiu, do you believe in love at first sight?”

Ye Qiu thought to himself, I believe in love growing over time.

Before he could answer, Su Luoying said, “I believe in love at first sight.”

“The first time I saw you in Miaojiang, I fell for you.”

“I don’t know why I liked you, but when I saw you, I wanted to spend my life with you. Maybe that’s what people call love that comes from nowhere, deep and true!”

“I came to Jiangzhou because of you.”

“I wanted to be closer to you, even closer. Even if my time is running out, just seeing you more makes me content.”

“Ye Qiu, you’re about to go to the capital and face great danger. I feel guilty for not being able to help you.”

“And I’m so worried.”

“I don’t know if I’ll ever see you again, so…”

Su Luoying paused.

“So what?” Ye Qiu asked.

Su Luoying said, “So, I want to give myself to you completely.”

Ye Qiu turned sharply to see Su Luoying, somehow, had removed her clothes, standing there bare.

Her skin was like jade.

Utterly captivating.

Like a budding flower ready to bloom.

Her beautiful eyes were full of tenderness.

Ye Qiu quickly looked away, saying, “Luoying, don’t do this, put your clothes back on…”

Before he could finish, Su Luoying stepped into the bathtub, quickly pressing herself against Ye Qiu.

Feeling his strong physique, her face flushed red. She clung to him, whispering in his ear, “Don’t feel burdened, I’m doing this willingly.”

Ye Qiu’s heart pounded, wanting to push Su Luoying away.

But at that moment, he felt as if a bomb had exploded inside him, his body burning like charcoal, his blood rushing.

Miracle Doctor Chapter 1026

Ye Qiu instantly realised that Su Luoying had drugged him.

If it were poison, he would have noticed immediately and been immune.

But what Su Luoying used wasn’t poison—it was an aphrodisiac.

To put it bluntly…

(You know what I mean.)

And the effect was potent.

“Luoying, why go to such lengths?”

Before Ye Qiu could finish, Su Luoying’s lips sealed his.

“Don’t talk, love me~”

Su Luoying was determined to give herself to Ye Qiu, taking the lead.

But she was completely inexperienced, her movements clumsy. Yet, it was this inexperience that gave Ye Qiu a unique sensation.

Soon, Ye Qiu shifted from passive to active.

Their passion boiled like water.

Suddenly, Su Luoying paused, looking at Ye Qiu, biting her lip, filled with shyness and nerves.

“Wait, I, I need to prepare.”

Su Luoying took a deep breath, her face flushed, head lowered, long lashes trembling.

Ye Qiu’s mind recalled a certain scoundrel’s poem: the gentle dip of her head, like a lotus too delicate for the cool breeze.

No charm in the world could surpass this.

Ye Qiu lifted Su Luoying’s delicate chin, leaned down, and kissed her.

She responded eagerly.

Only when they were breathless did they part.

Then, Ye Qiu had Su Luoying sit on him, unabashedly admiring her jade-like skin.

He couldn’t help but marvel—what an exquisite beauty.

No wonder even an old creep like the Witch God had designs on her.

“Luoying, here I come.”

With the drug’s effect peaking, Ye Qiu cast aside tenderness and sounded the charge.

Time slipped away quietly.

After an unknown duration, Ye Qiu sensed a vast force surging from Su Luoying’s body into his, coursing through his meridians.

At the same time, his three strands of innate true qi flowed into her meridians, cycling endlessly.

Their bodies and souls merged as one, intertwined, inseparable.

The sensation was indescribable.

Moments later, Ye Qiu felt his physique advance rapidly, his muscles and skin growing extraordinarily tough, his body brimming with strength.

Not only that, his cultivation was soaring.

What was happening?

Shocked, Ye Qiu checked Su Luoying’s condition and found vitality emerging within her.

“Luoying, how do you feel?” He wanted to check if she felt any discomfort.

Misunderstanding, she replied in a mosquito-like voice, “Comfortable~”

Ye Qiu: “…”

With no choice, he assessed her condition himself.

Minutes later, he found his three strands of innate true qi, after circulating in her body, were now fiercely attacking her blocked ninth meridian.

Su Luoying had the Nine Yin Severed Meridians, born with nine blocked meridians. Eight had been cleared during Ye Qiu’s last treatment, leaving only the ninth.

He hadn’t expected his three strands of true qi to now frantically assault that final meridian.

What was going on?

Before he could figure it out, a massive suction force from Su Luoying’s body pulled all his energy into her meridians.

This energy merged, aiding the three strands of true qi to assault her ninth meridian.

After a quarter of an hour, with a boom, the ninth meridian was cleared.

Instantly, vibrant vitality surged within her.

Her body had healed.

“This works?”

Ye Qiu was dumbfounded.

“The old man didn’t lie. Being with Su Luoying really resolved her constitution issue.”

“Logically, only a Nine Yang body could counter Nine Yin Severed Meridians, but I’m not a Nine Yang body.”

“Why could I help her?”

“Could my own constitution be special too?”

Glancing at Su Luoying, he saw her brows furrowed, cheeks flushed, teeth biting her finger, soft sounds escaping her lips.

Their intimate connection was like a flame, burning brighter.

Half an hour later, Ye Qiu felt his cultivation surging.

Soon, thunderclouds gathered above the villa, an unsettling aura filling the air.

His heavenly tribulation was coming!

Ye Qiu forcibly suppressed his cultivation; it wasn’t the ideal time to face it. He had to hold back.

Time passed swiftly.

After a long while, Su Luoying rested her head on Ye Qiu’s shoulder, panting by his ear.

He lifted her and placed her on the soft, wide sofa.

Her cheeks glowed, her charm boundless.

A storm had passed.

Finally, the wind settled, the rain stopped.

Ye Qiu felt no fatigue—rather, he was refreshed and invigorated.

Su Luoying clung to him, her face pressed against his chest, her voice thick with emotion.

He felt a pang for the girl in his arms. In his fervor, he hadn’t considered her feelings.

“Luoying, I’m sorry…”

Before he could finish, her slender fingers pressed against his lips.

“Don’t apologise,” she said. “I did this willingly.”

“You don’t need to take responsibility, and I don’t expect you to.”

“Don’t feel burdened.”

“I just love you and wanted to give you my most precious thing. That’s all.”

Ye Qiu sighed inwardly. This silly girl was too pure.

Su Luoying said, “By the way, I felt something change in my body, like I have more strength now, as if a shackle binding me has been unlocked.”

Ye Qiu explained, “Your ninth meridian is cleared. In other words, your constitution issue is resolved. Your body is healthy now.”

What?

Su Luoying was stunned, then blushed, not expecting their intimacy to fix her condition.

Ye Qiu added, “Not only is your issue resolved, my cultivation has also grown significantly.”

She asked eagerly, “You mean this helps your cultivation?”

“Yes,” Ye Qiu confirmed.

Her eyes twinkled, and she climbed onto him, shyly saying, “I want to help you boost your cultivation more…”

Miracle Doctor Chapter 1027

In the villa, Ye Qiu and Su Luoying were entwined, lost in a sweet, inseparable journey.

A poem bears witness:

She sheds her thin silk robe,
They bathe in fragrant waters,
Playing together, like mandarin ducks.
The waterwheel’s sound echoes beneath,
Peach blossoms drift in the waves.
Spring’s passion runs wild,
Heedless of smudged makeup.
Red lotuses reflect in the shimmering light;
In the height of deep affection,
Dew clings to the flower’s chamber.

Su Luoying, already guilty for not being able to help Ye Qiu, became even more fervent upon hearing she could boost his cultivation.

Yet, Ye Qiu noticed this time it had no effect.

“If only Luoying could keep helping me advance, I could fearlessly face the Forbidden City and Dragon One.”

“Such a pity, the help is limited.”

“To keep improving, I must rely on myself.”

Ye Qiu sighed inwardly.

After an unknown time, the room finally grew quiet.

“Ye Qiu, how do you feel?” Su Luoying asked.

“Pretty good,” he replied.

Her eyes lit up, “Again?”

“No.” Ye Qiu stopped her, “Your constitution issue is just resolved; you need to take care of yourself.”

She said, “It’s fine. I’d do anything to help you.”

Ye Qiu hadn’t expected such persistence and spoke honestly, “My cultivation’s hit a bottleneck. Continuing like this won’t help. I need another way.”

“I see,” Su Luoying said, disappointed, “Sorry, I’m useless.”

“How is this your fault?” Ye Qiu said, “It’s my own limitation.”

“You’ve spent years in Miaojiang and seen many masters. You know martial cultivation isn’t achieved in a day.”

“Your help this time outdid my entire seclusion.”

“Luoying, thank you.”

She asked, “Do you have confidence for this trip to the capital?”

Confidence?

Ye Qiu shook his head, “Though I’ve improved fast, against the Forbidden City’s old monsters, I still have no chance of winning.”

“After all, Dragon One and Two are century-old freaks, especially Dragon One, who’s likely a cultivator.”

“Even so, I’ll give it my all.”

He continued, “Luoying, remember my words.”

“No matter if I return alive from the capital, you must cherish your life.”

“Your constitution issue is fully resolved. You have a long life ahead; never give up lightly.”

Tears welled in her eyes as she looked at him earnestly, “I’ll say it again: if you don’t come back, I won’t live alone.”

“Whether you live or die, I’ll be with you.”

“Ye Qiu, don’t give me grand lectures. I don’t understand, and I don’t want to. I just want you safe.”

Ye Qiu sighed, holding her close, “You silly girl, why so foolish?”

“Because I love you,” she said.

Her devotion moved him deeply.

Suddenly, he sensed a change in her body.

He grabbed her wrist to check her pulse.

The next second, he was stunned.

“What’s wrong?” Su Luoying asked, puzzled.

Instead of answering, he handed her a glass cup, “Squeeze it hard.”

Though confused, she followed his instructions, gripping the cup with one hand.

*Bang!*

The glass shattered into powder.

Shocked, she exclaimed, “Ye Qiu, what’s happening? Why’s my strength so great?”

He smiled, “As they say, fortune and misfortune go hand in hand.”

“Your Nine Yin Severed Meridians nearly killed you, but after clearing all nine, your eight extraordinary meridians are fully open.”

“Now, your meridians are filled with inner strength.”

“In terms of raw inner strength, you’re not weaker than a Dragon List master.”

Overjoyed, she said, “Does that mean I can go to the capital with you and help?”

He shook his head, “You’re overthinking. Above the Dragon List is the Divine List, and Dragon One is its top master.”

“Besides, you have raw inner strength but no martial techniques. You’re far from matching the Forbidden City’s people.”

“If I return safely from the capital, I’ll teach you some skills.”

“You’ll become a master in no time.”

She said, “I believe you’ll come back safely.”

After embracing for a while, Ye Qiu let go, “Luoying, rest for now.”

“I’ll go to the basement to consolidate my cultivation.”

“Later, come home with me.”

He left, but as he did, he noticed a patch of red on the sofa.

He sighed inwardly, “Another debt to a woman—how do I repay it?”

After he left, Su Luoying sat dazed on the sofa.

“What did he say?”

“Go home with him?”

“Does that mean he’s taking me to meet his family?”

She grew nervous.

…

In the basement, Ye Qiu pulled out his phone.

It had been off for over two months.

Upon turning it on, it buzzed incessantly with over a hundred WeChat messages.

Messages came from Lin Jingzhi, Bai Bing, Qin Wan, Tangtang, Su Xiaoxiao, Xu Changjin, Ye Wudi, Qian Duoduo, Tang Fei, Long眉真人, Zhao Yun, Qinglong, and others, plus Old Xiang, Fu Yanjie, the four great medical sages, and hospital colleagues.

All asked about his well-being.

He noticed two unread texts from Qianshan Xue and Qiushan Nange.

After scanning them, he called his mother, Qian Jinglan.

After the call, he sat cross-legged, eyes closed, and began cultivating.

Soon, a radiant golden light enveloped his body.

Two hours later, he sensed a change in his dantian.

Activating his heavenly eye, he looked within.

Shock spread across his face.

In his dantian, besides the three mastered innate true qi strands, there was…

“Luoying really helped me big time.”

Before he could examine further, a change occurred.

*Crack!*

A faint sound came from his meridians, as if something had shattered.

The golden light around him intensified, making him look like a golden statue.

At that moment, the Nine-Turn Dragon Art broke through, reaching the fourth turn—

The Realm of Enlightenment!

Miracle Doctor Chapter 1028

Ye Qiu savored the mysteries of the Enlightenment Realm before leaving the basement.

Then, he took Su Luoying home.

On the way, Su Luoying, nervous, asked, “Ye Qiu, it’s my first time going to your house. Should I bring a gift for your mom?”

He smiled, “No need. We’re going back to discuss some matters today.”

Half an hour later, Ye Qiu, holding Su Luoying’s hand, pushed open the door.

Already anxious about meeting his family for the first time, Su Luoying’s heart leapt to her throat when she saw Lin Jingzhi and Bai Bing on the living room sofa.

Bai Bing glanced coldly at Ye Qiu holding Su Luoying’s hand, clearly displeased.

The jealousy was evident.

Su Luoying quickly pulled her hand away, nervously saying, “Dean Bai.”

Bai Bing’s face was expressionless, silent.

Lin Jingzhi, ever the diplomat, walked over with a warm smile, “You must be Luoying, little sister?”

“So beautiful.”

“Come, have some fruit with me.”

She pulled Su Luoying to the sofa, casting a glance at Ye Qiu.

He shot her a grateful look.

A small figure darted from a room, leaping onto Ye Qiu’s shoulder.

The medicine marten!

The little creature nuzzled his cheek affectionately.

Ye Qiu petted its head, then went to the kitchen, where Qian Jinglan was cooking, with Qin Wan assisting.

He greeted them, then went to his bedroom, pulled out his phone, and started making calls.

Twenty minutes later, as he emerged, there was a knock at the door.

Knock knock

Opening it, he saw Su Xiaoxiao standing there with a bag of fruit.

“Come in!”

Su Xiaoxiao entered, saw Lin Jingzhi, Bai Bing, and the others, and her face flushed.

What shocked her most was Su Luoying’s presence, making her wonder, “Could it be, sister and Ye Qiu…”

Unbeknownst to her, Su Luoying was thinking, “Is Xiaoxiao with Ye Qiu?”

Ye Qiu turned to see Bai Bing’s icy gaze, chilling to the bone.

Lin Jingzhi looked at him with a half-smile.

He quickly explained, “Sister Lin, Sister Bing, don’t misunderstand.”

“I called Xiaoxiao over to discuss something.”

“To me, Xiaoxiao, as the daughter of Nine Thousand Years, is like my own sister.”

“Is that so?” Bai Bing snorted, “More like a sweetheart!”

Cough cough…

Ye Qiu choked.

Su Xiaoxiao, embarrassed and guilty, hid her own unspoken feelings.

He was about to seek Lin Jingzhi’s help when she stepped forward, took Su Xiaoxiao’s hand, and said, “Bai Bing’s just teasing, don’t mind her.”

“Come, sit with me.”

“Luoying just arrived too, let’s chat.”

Ye Qiu sighed in relief.

Soon, dinner was served.

It was the 24th of the lunar twelfth month, the Southern Little New Year. Qian Jinglan had made tangyuan and nian gao.

Everyone gathered around the table, eating and chatting, the atmosphere warm and joyful.

After the meal, Qin Wan began clearing the table but was stopped by Ye Qiu, “Sister Wan, hold off. While everyone’s here, I have something to say.”

All eyes turned to him.

“First, I owe you all an apology.”

“After all this time together, some of you still don’t know my true identity.”

“I’m from the Ye family, the top family in the capital.”

“My father was Ye Wushuang, the world’s greatest master over twenty years ago. During a turmoil in the capital back then, he was ambushed by many and his fate remains unknown.”

He glanced at Qian Jinglan, who remained calm, so he continued.

“All these years, I’ve lived with my mother.”

“I’m deeply grateful to her for raising me. It wasn’t easy.”

“I’m also grateful to you, Sister Lin, and everyone, for adding so much beauty to my life.”

“Two months ago, I received a challenge from the Forbidden City.”

“You probably all know about it.”

“Yes, on New Year’s Eve, I’ll face a life-and-death battle with them.”

“They want to kill me because I killed some of their people.”

“And I want to destroy them because they were behind the turmoil in the capital that harmed my father. I must avenge him.”

“You’re my closest people. I won’t hide this from you, nor do I need to.”

“I have no assurance of returning alive from this trip.”

At this, sadness clouded everyone’s faces.

The mood grew heavy.

Ye Qiu smiled, “Of course, there’s a chance I’ll win.”

“Though it’s slim, the Ye family, the War God, Master Longmei, Master Due, and Dragon Gate will all stand with me against the Forbidden City.”

“Until the last moment, life and death are uncertain.”

He continued, “Today is the 24th. In a few days, I’ll head to the capital.”

“Before I go, I have arrangements to share.”

“If I don’t return, I fear the Forbidden City may target you. I’ve instructed Dragon Gate’s Cao Qingcheng.”

“If I die, she’ll immediately take you away from Jiangzhou to a secret place to live.”

“You might return to Jiangzhou someday, or you might stay there forever.”

“But no matter what, even if I die, I won’t let anything happen to you.”

Tears streamed down Qin Wan, Su Luoying, and Su Xiaoxiao’s faces.

Bai Bing’s eyes were red, tears glistening.

Only Lin Jingzhi and Qian Jinglan remained calm, their faces like still water.

Ye Qiu said, “If I don’t return, Sister Lin, Sister Bing, Sister Wan, Luoying, Xiaoxiao, I entrust my mother to you.”

“Please care for her, see her through her days in my place.”

“For this great kindness, I’ll repay you in the next life.”

Bai Bing broke down, sobbing loudly.

Her tears triggered Qin Wan, Su Luoying, and Su Xiaoxiao to cry too.

Slap!

Lin Jingzhi slammed the table, shouting, “Why are you crying?”

“Ye Qiu’s not dead yet, and you’re mourning already?”

“Cry again, and you’re all out!”

Her outburst stopped the tears.

Then, she added, “Bai Bing, Sister Wan, take a few days off work.”

“Come to my place. We’ll all stay with Ye Qiu.”

“Even if he doesn’t return, we’ll ensure his bloodline continues.”

Miracle Doctor Chapter 1029

Leaving a bloodline?

Hearing Lin Jingzhi’s words, Bai Bing and Qin Wan were momentarily stunned, then both nodded.

Ye Qiu faced a life-and-death crisis, and they couldn’t help him. The only thing they could do was ensure he didn’t leave this world without a legacy.

Ye Qiu was deeply moved by Lin Jingzhi’s words.

He knew she had three intentions.

First, to ensure he didn’t leave without descendants.

Second, to give his mother a reason to keep living.

Qian Jinglan had suffered greatly, losing her husband over twenty years ago. If Ye Qiu died, her despair might drive her to end her life. But if Ye Qiu left a child, she would persevere to raise them, no matter her grief.

Third, to ease the pain of Bai Bing and the others.

Their love for Ye Qiu was deep. His death would be a devastating blow, leaving them in endless sorrow. But a child would become an emotional and spiritual anchor for them.

Lin Jingzhi had thought of everything.

“To have a woman like Sister Lin is the greatest fortune of my life,” Ye Qiu thought, casting her a grateful look.

As if she didn’t notice, she continued, “Ye Qiu, I don’t know how strong the Forbidden City’s people are, but you mustn’t lose confidence or shrink from the fight.”

“Go to the capital, give it your all, and fight without reservation.”

“In desperate situations, human potential is limitless. You must believe in yourself.”

“You’re someone who creates miracles. I believe you can do it again this time.”

Her tone softened, “As for home, don’t worry.”

“Whether you return or not, I’ll care for Auntie forever.”

“Just remember, no matter what you face, never give up.”

“Because I, Auntie, Bai Bing, Sister Wan, Luoying, Xiaoxiao, and everyone who cares about you will be waiting for your return.”

“Do you understand?”

Ye Qiu nodded solemnly, “I understand. Rest assured, I’ll fight to come back alive.”

“Good,” Lin Jingzhi turned to Qian Jinglan, “Auntie, anything to add?”

Qian Jinglan stood silently, then went to her bedroom.

Moments later, she returned with a small leather case.

Ye Qiu was surprised.

He’d seen this case before. Since he was a child, it had been in Qian Jinglan’s wardrobe. Sometimes, he saw her holding it alone in her room, smiling or sobbing softly.

Once, he tried to open it to see what was inside, but she scolded him harshly.

After that, he never touched it again.

He hadn’t expected her to bring it out today.

Qian Jinglan opened the case and took out a pure white robe.

Though old, it was spotless.

She spread it out, revealing two golden characters embroidered on the chest—Wushuang (Matchless).

Ye Qiu realized this was his father’s robe.

Qian Jinglan said softly, “Qiu’er, I made this robe for your father when we first met.”

“Wushuang only wore it once because I made it, and he couldn’t bear to wear it out.”

“After that turmoil, with Wushuang’s fate unknown, this robe became my only keepsake.”

“Now, I give it to you.”

“Wear it to the capital. May your father’s spirit protect you and bring you back safely.”

She placed the robe back in the case and handed it to Ye Qiu.

He took it.

Her expression turned serious, “Qiu’er, I have words for you.”

“A true man, even facing life and death, must remain calm and composed.”

“When paths cross, the brave prevail.”

“No matter how strong the Forbidden City’s people are, you must charge forward.”

“Life and death are fated, wealth and honor lie in heaven. Fight with all you have. If you can’t change fate, let your heart be clear.”

“Live as a hero, die as a mighty spirit.”

“Remember, you are Ye Wushuang’s son. Die standing, never live kneeling!”

“Qiu’er, have you remembered?”

Ye Qiu nodded, “Mom, I’ve got it. Don’t worry, I know what to do.”

“Good,” Qian Jinglan smiled, “I’ll wait at home with Jingzhi and the others for your return.”

“Mm,” Ye Qiu affirmed.

The conversation ended.

That afternoon, everyone stayed at Ye Qiu’s house, keeping Qian Jinglan company.

After dinner, Lin Jingzhi said, “Sister Wan, Bai Bing, come with me.”

With the air of an empress, her command was followed as Bai Bing and Qin Wan obediently left with her.

Ye Qiu naturally went along.

Back at the villa, as they prepared to head upstairs, Ye Qiu stopped Lin Jingzhi, “Sister Lin, wait. I have something to say.”

She told Bai Bing and Qin Wan, “You two go up and get ready.”

The two women, blushing, hurried upstairs.

“What is it?” Lin Jingzhi asked.

Ye Qiu said, “Sister Lin, I have a request.”

“Qianshan Xue is pregnant with my daughter.”

“If I don’t return, please take care of her and the child.”

“Alright,” Lin Jingzhi asked, “Have you chosen a name?”

Ye Qiu nodded, “Yes, Ruyi.”

“Ye Ruyi?” Lin Jingzhi said, “A life smooth and as wished—good name.”

“Don’t worry, I’ll look after them.”

“No time to waste, let’s get to business. I want to bear your child too.”

She pulled Ye Qiu upstairs.

As they reached the second floor, the sound of running water came from the bathroom—Bai Bing and Qin Wan were inside.

Lin Jingzhi, without hesitation, undressed in front of Ye Qiu and walked in.

Soon, her giggles echoed from the bathroom.

Ye Qiu stood outside, watching the three graceful silhouettes through the glass door, pondering a serious question.

“Should I go in?”

Just then, Lin Jingzhi poked her head out, beckoning him, “Husband, I order you to come in now.”

“Sister Wan says Bai Bing and I are smaller than her. I disagree. Come judge.”

“Hurry.”

Ye Qiu stripped in seconds and rushed in.

As for the details…

All remains unsaid.

The next few days, Ye Qiu stayed at Lin Jingzhi’s villa, enjoying their shared intimacy.

On the 29th of the lunar twelfth month, morning.

Ye Qiu set off for the capital.

Miracle Doctor Chapter 1030

The 29th of the lunar twelfth month.

Eight in the morning.

Jiangzhou High-Speed Rail Station.

Ye Qiu hugged and bid farewell to Qian Jinglan, Lin Jingzhi, Bai Bing, Qin Wan, Su Luoying, Su Xiaoxiao, and Xiao Yiren one by one.

Dragon King, Zhao Yun, and colleagues from the Chinese Medicine Department also came to see him off.

The parting was heart-wrenching.

“Boss, it’s about time. We need to board,” Xiao Zhan reminded.

This time, Xiao Zhan was accompanying Ye Qiu to the capital.

He carried a suitcase containing two items: the Emperor’s Sword Chixiao and a thousand-year-old He Shou Wu.

“Got it,” Ye Qiu said, stepping forward to hug Qian Jinglan. “Mom, take care.”

“Go, and come back soon,” she replied softly.

Ye Qiu nodded, then hugged Lin Jingzhi. “Sister Lin, I’m entrusting everything at home to you.”

She smiled, showing no trace of sadness. “Don’t worry, I’ve got it.”

His gaze swept over everyone’s faces, then he bowed deeply to them.

Ten seconds later, he turned and walked into the station.

At that moment, Bai Bing and the others could no longer hold back, tears streaming down their faces.

Hearing the sobs behind him, Ye Qiu’s heart ached, and he paused.

As he was about to turn back, Lin Jingzhi’s scolding voice rang out.

“Stop crying.”

“If you’re not embarrassed, I am.”

“Everyone, go home.”

“Auntie, let’s go.”

Lin Jingzhi took Qian Jinglan to her car. Once the door closed, she collapsed into Qian Jinglan’s arms, sobbing. “Auntie, I’m scared Ye Qiu won’t come back.”

She had only pretended to be strong to keep Ye Qiu from worrying.

Qian Jinglan held her, tears in her eyes. “Child, don’t worry. Qiu’er will return.”

“He won’t abandon us.”

“He’ll come back!”

Five hours later, the high-speed train arrived in the capital.

As Ye Qiu and Xiao Zhan exited the station, they saw two cars waiting.

A black Mercedes with Qilin standing beside it.

A red Hongqi sedan with a special license plate, next to which stood Ye Wudi.

Ye Qiu knew they were there to pick him up.

Sure enough, as he appeared, Qilin approached. “Sect Master, Zhuque sent me to get you.”

Ye Wudi followed. “Grandpa asked me to fetch you. Are you going home with me first or to Dragon Gate?”

Ye Qiu replied, “Third Uncle, please tell Grandpa I’ll come by tonight. I’m heading to Dragon Gate to handle some matters now.”

“Alright,” Ye Wudi said干脆ly, getting into his car and leaving.

Ye Qiu and Xiao Zhan got into Qilin’s car.

Half an hour later, the car stopped at a courtyard house.

Ye Qiu stepped out, scanning the area, noticing several overt and covert sentries around.

“Is this Dragon Gate’s headquarters?” he asked.

“Sort of. Nine Thousand Years used to live here,” Qilin said, leading him through the gate.

Cao Qingcheng, Qinglong, and Zhao Hu were in the courtyard. Seeing Ye Qiu, they stood and greeted, “Sect Master!”

Ye Qiu smiled. “No need for formalities. Sit.”

Zhao Hu pulled a chair for him, and Ye Qiu sat, asking Cao Qingcheng, “Everything arranged?”

“Yes,” she nodded. “I’ve secretly mobilized three thousand Dragon Gate disciples. If anything happens to you, I’ll lead them out of the capital immediately.”

“I’ve also arranged a private plane in Jiangzhou, ready to pick up your mother and Lin Jingzhi’s group anytime.”

“I sent over a dozen disciples to Dadong to be ready to escort Qianshan Xue.”

Ye Qiu praised, “Well done.”

Cao Qingcheng added, “Tomorrow night, when you go to the Forbidden City, I’ve arranged for Qinglong, Qilin, and Zhao Hu to go with you.”

“I’ve also mobilized eighty thousand Dragon Gate brothers. They’ll all arrive in the capital by noon tomorrow.”

“The Forbidden City’s people are strong, but we have numbers.”

“If you can’t hold out, our eighty thousand brothers can charge in. With so many, even a single spit from each could drown Dragon One.”

Ye Qiu shook his head. “Send the brothers back.”

“Why?” Cao Qingcheng asked, confused.

“They’re not just our brothers—they “

“They’re not just our brothers—they’re fathers, husbands, and sons. They can’t die for my sake.”

“Send them back to wherever they came from.”

“For tomorrow night’s battle, I have my own plans.”

“As for you three—Qinglong, Qilin, Zhao Hu—don’t come with me to the Forbidden City. Leave the capital with Qingcheng.”

“And take Xiao Zhan with you.”

“You’re my most trusted people. If something happens to me, Dragon Gate will depend on you.”

Cao Qingcheng said, “But that leaves you with little chance of survival.”

Ye Qiu smiled, “Don’t worry. I won’t be alone tomorrow night. The War God, the Ye family, Dragon Tiger Mountain, and Tianlong Temple will stand with me.”

“Besides, my cultivation has improved a lot during this seclusion.”

“The Forbidden City won’t find it easy to kill me.”

Cao Qingcheng stared at him for a few seconds, bit her lip, and said, “Fine, have it your way.”

Ye Qiu took out the Sect Master’s token and handed it to her. “Keep this for now.”

“If I don’t return tomorrow night, you’ll be the master of Dragon Gate from then on.”

“Qinglong, Qilin, Zhao Hu, and Hanlong in Miaojiang—you Dragon Envoys must support Qingcheng.”

“Work together to make Dragon Gate stronger.”

The group immediately pledged, “Sect Master, rest assured, we’ll support Zhuque.”

Ye Qiu asked Cao Qingcheng, “Is lunch ready? Xiao Zhan and I haven’t eaten.”

“Already prepared, just waiting for you,” she replied.

Ye Qiu laughed, “It’s rare to gather like this. Let’s drink to our heart’s content today.”

They moved to the dining room, where a round table was laden with dishes.

The group ate together.

It wasn’t until four in the afternoon that the meal ended.

Qinglong, Qilin, Zhao Hu, and Xiao Zhan were all drunk under Ye Qiu’s toasts.

Cao Qingcheng, having drunk plenty herself, her beautiful face flushed like peach blossoms, her eyes hazy, took Ye Qiu’s hand. “Come with me.”

They went to the back courtyard and entered a room.

Ye Qiu glanced around, noting the cozy, fragrant decor—clearly a woman’s boudoir.

“Qingcheng, why’d you bring me here?” he asked, puzzled.

“Naturally, to…” Cao Qingcheng pushed him down, adding one word.

“You~”