Chapter 139: This Old Man Has Traveled Far and Wide...

Zhao Ruoying was really getting impatient. She slammed a hand on the table and said coldly,

"Zhao Qi, I'll say it again. Stop spouting nonsense and testing my limits. Otherwise, even if we're in your house, I'll still beat you up!"

Her sudden outburst instantly drew everyone's attention. Even the old traditional Chinese medicine doctor, who had been busy with his work, looked over.

Zhao Qi's pretty face turned deathly pale, and her breathing became ragged.

"What did you say...? Say that again!"

When they were younger, she had constantly provoked Zhao Ruoying out of jealousy for her beauty. On one particular day, Zhao Ruoying happened to be in a bad mood, and with her explosive temper, she pinned Zhao Qi to the ground and gave her a beating.

Although Zhao Ruoying got an earful when she got back, Zhao Qi only grew to detest her even more after that incident.

Even now that they were grown up, they still argued the moment they saw each other. It was something everyone had come to expect.

Zhao Qi never expected Zhao Ruoying to expose her past humiliation in front of so many people. She was trembling with rage.

Zhao Ruoying rolled up her sleeves, shaking her fair, delicate fists as if she was about to charge.

"Wasn't I clear? I brought a doctor to treat my uncle. What's with all your snide remarks? I dare you to say one more word."

The sight of her rolling up her sleeves terrified Zhao Qi, who quickly ducked behind Song Rui.

"You shrew! No wonder you can't get married..."

"You're asking for a beating!"

Zhao Xiang'er rushed over and grabbed Zhao Ruoying's arm, while Song Rui pulled Zhao Qi away.

"You're all family, don't fight every time you meet... Mr. Chen is also here to treat the patient. Xiaoxi, that's enough!"

Han Yi chimed in, trying to placate them.

'Although she didn't really believe Chen Erbao could cure the illness either, he was still Zhao Ruoying's guest. Even if she wasn't optimistic, she wouldn't say it out loud.'

'The main issue was that Chen Erbao was too young.'

'All the famous traditional Chinese medicine doctors she had seen before were white-haired and ancient, weren't they?'

'Traditional Chinese medicine was profound and complex. Without decades of immersion, it was impossible to master.'

"Xiaoxi, stop it,"

Song Rui also urged Zhao Qi.

Just then, the white-haired old man walked over, his gaze fixed on Chen Erbao.

"Friend, are you a doctor as well?"

Chen Erbao's expression was calm as he replied,

"Sir, I'm just a village doctor. I studied under an old doctor when I was young..."

"How old are you?"

The old man cut him off before he could finish, his voice stern.

Chen Erbao was taken aback, and the warmth left his voice.

"I am twenty-six this year."

"Twenty-six... Who is your master? Do you have a medical license? Have you ever won any awards?"

The old man seemed a little angry.

Chen Erbao let out a soft chuckle.

"My master passed away many years ago. I don't know his name."

'It was a story he'd prepared in advance, completely airtight.'

"Heh... So, after learning some half-baked skills for a couple of years, you dare to go around treating people?"

The old man was furious now. His face grew cold as he pressed,

"I have traveled far and wide for decades and seen plenty of arrogant young fools like you! You learn a little something and think you're hot stuff, but in the end, you make a mistake that not only harms or kills people but also ruins the reputation of traditional Chinese medicine!"

The old man spoke with righteous indignation, glaring at Chen Erbao as if he were a quack who was single-handedly ruining the name of traditional Chinese medicine.

Hearing this, Zhao Qi stepped forward again from the side.

"Divine Doctor Fang, you truly live up to your reputation as a master known throughout the land! You're right, how much could this kid have possibly learned to have the audacity to treat patients? If he hurts someone, can he even take responsibility?"

Fang Yi ignored Zhao Qi and turned to Han Yi instead.

"Madam Zhao, since you invited me to treat the patient, why invite someone else? And a junior, no less... Is it that you don't trust me? If you don't trust me, I'll leave right now. Since ancient times, no doctor has ever had to beg to treat a patient!"

Fang Yi was stubborn and proud. Just as he spoke, he started to pack his things to leave.

Song Rui grew anxious at the sight. He had pulled a lot of strings to invite this divine doctor, hoping to curry favor with his wealthy father-in-law by getting him cured. He never imagined something would go wrong here.

"Divine Doctor Fang! It's all a misunderstanding! Since we invited you, we definitely trust you. Please don't pay any mind to the others. You must be the one to treat him!"

Seeing this, Han Yi also panicked.

"Divine Doctor Fang, it's my fault. I didn't coordinate with my niece beforehand. The person she invited... We definitely trust you, Divine Doctor Fang."

Zhao Xiang'er stood to the side, looking adorably clueless, unsure of who to support.

'Logically speaking, she didn't really believe in the young Chen Erbao either.'

'But emotionally, she wanted to believe in Zhao Ruoying!'

Zhao Ruoying was about to lose her temper upon hearing that no one was on her side, but Chen Erbao held her back.

"Divine Doctor Fang, since you look down on a doctor from a small place like me, then let's just forget it. Just consider me a family member of the patient today. You can proceed with your treatment, and I'll just watch and learn from the side."

Chen Erbao said, neither servile nor overbearing.

Fang Yi wasn't a bad person at heart, just eccentric. Hearing Chen Erbao say this, a hint of a smile appeared on his face.

"Though you may be bold and ignorant, you at least seem willing to learn. In that case, you can watch closely and see what real traditional Chinese medicine is. In the future, you must be more cautious when you go out treating people. Do not bring shame to the face of our traditional Chinese medicine!"

"Divine Doctor Fang is right. Please, proceed."

'Chen Erbao couldn't be bothered to argue with him. Was he supposed to tell him he knew Immortal Techniques?'

Han Yi and Song Rui were relieved to see that Fang Yi was no longer leaving.

'They didn't care whether Chen Erbao stayed or left. As long as Fang Yi was willing to provide treatment, that's all that mattered!'

Han Yi noticed that Zhao Ruoying didn't look too happy and comforted her in a low voice,

"Ruoying, no matter what, your uncle's health is the most important thing..."

"Auntie, I know. It's fine."

'Zhao Ruoying was starting to regret inviting Chen Erbao. Not only did he get a lecture because of her, but she had lost face as well.'

"Hmph, to think he still has the nerve to stay here. If it were me, I would have tucked my tail and run long ago!"

Zhao Qi was thoroughly emboldened.

'In a straightforward fight with Zhao Ruoying, she was no match. But now, with the patient's well-being as the top priority, she finally had the upper hand over Zhao Ruoying for once!'

'Looking at Zhao Ruoying's frustrated expression, she felt a deep sense of satisfaction. It even felt like her own father getting sick was a good thing!'

Chen Erbao patted Zhao Ruoying's shoulder, signaling for her to relax.

Zhao Xiang'er also leaned close to Zhao Ruoying's ear.

"Cousin, I believe you. Mr. Chen must have real skills. They just have bad judgment..."

Chen Erbao heard this and glanced down at Zhao Xiang'er in surprise, wondering why this young woman had so much faith in him.

Because Zhao Xiang'er was leaning on Zhao Ruoying's arm, when Chen Erbao looked down, his gaze slid from her snow-white collarbone right down into her loose-fitting T-shirt, to that deep, bottomless ravine...

'Holy shit!'

Chen Erbao thought he saw a flash of tender pink. He quickly averted his gaze and silently began chanting the Ice Heart Spell.

'If Chen Xiaobao were to raise his head right now and someone noticed, it would be mortifying!'

'Why isn't this girl wearing a bra?'

Unable to figure it out, Chen Erbao turned his head to the side.

'But the image from just now kept replaying in his mind, impossible to forget!'