C13 You Can't Get That Much Money

These were indeed his concerns, but he had always believed that with his precise techniques, he could keep things under control. However, after hearing Ye Luo's comments, a new fear took hold of him.

Moreover, Ye Luo's knowledge of the Xiantian realm was a clear indication of his expertise in martial cultivation. It suddenly occurred to him that he had placed a disciple of the middle Houtian realm to guard the door. How could this young man have entered so easily? Could it be?

This thought made him reconsider his underestimation of Ye Luo.

"Elder Xie, is what he's saying true?" Guu Tianxiong couldn't help but ask.

"There's always a bit of risk, but it's certainly better than removing the silver needle now and allowing the poison to seep back into the Soul Gate. If that happens, no one would be able to help," Xie Quanzhang said, his voice bordering on hysteria.

He had always had absolute confidence in his medical skills, believing himself to be unrivaled throughout Huaxia. But after his exchange with Ye Luo, he had to face the fact that he had been thoroughly outmatched.

"No, just because you can't do anything doesn't mean I can't," Ye Luo retorted.

He then looked at Guu Tianxiong and offered, "Old Gu, if you trust me, let me treat you. You'll know the outcome in half an hour. If you don't trust me, I'll leave now and let this old man continue with your treatment."

Guu Tianxiong was presented with a choice.

"Alright, treat me. If you cure me, I'll give you whatever you want. If you fail, I won't kill you, but I will break one of your arms. Do you dare?" Guu Tianxiong replied.

Ye Luo smiled faintly, clearly amused. Guu Tianxiong was indeed a formidable figure, making a resolute decision about his own life and fortune in under three seconds—a decision that would likely cause most people to hesitate and worry.

"Okay," Ye Luo accepted. Then, turning to Xie Quanzhang, he said, "Those who are not involved should step outside, please."

Xie Quanzhang was momentarily stunned, feeling awkward. He hadn't expected to be considered irrelevant.

He hesitated briefly before speaking up. "Mr. Ye, I apologize for my earlier rudeness. During the treatment, may I observe and learn from you? If needed, I'm also willing to assist."

Ye Luo was taken aback by Xie Quanzhang's words. He had pegged Xie as an arrogant fool, yet here he was, apologizing swiftly and even offering to help. It was all the same to Ye Luo, though.

"Sure."

Once Liu Kun and the others had exited, Ye Luo stepped forward without hesitation and removed the silver needles from the Divine Path, Spiritual Platform, and Heart Shu acupoints on Gu Tianxiong's back.

"Ugh!"

Gu Tianxiong grunted, his body instantly drenched in sweat. Xie Quanzhang watched, his heart pounding at the sight. The poison was attacking Gu's vital energy—it was unimaginable the pain he must be enduring.

Unconcerned with Xie's reaction, Ye Luo placed his left hand on Gu's back and began the Nine Heavens Reincarnation Technique, channeling a powerful flow of energy into Gu's body.

For a tense half-hour, Liu Kun, Mrs. Gu, and the others waited anxiously outside. The disciple who had been floored by Ye Luo's punch had finally recovered. Learning that his master was inside assisting Ye Luo, he was beside himself.

At last, the room's door swung open. All eyes turned to see Ye Luo, Xie Quanzhang, and Gu Tianxiong emerging with smiles.

Most strikingly, Ye Luo led the way, with Xie Quanzhang trailing behind.

"It's nothing short of a miracle. Little Brother Ye's medical expertise is unparalleled. My years of practice pale in comparison; I might as well have been teaching a dog. I'm utterly ashamed. Had it not been for Little Brother Ye today, I could have done irreparable harm to Mr. Gu. I am truly mortified and beg for Mr. Gu's reprimand," Xie Quanzhang said, his voice heavy with remorse.

"Elder Xie, you're too modest. Without your care over the years, I might have been paralyzed long ago and never had the chance to meet Mr. Ye," Gu Tianxiong responded.

Gu Tianxiong was no fool. He knew that although Ye Luo had healed him today, he couldn't possibly keep someone of Ye Luo's caliber at his side for personal gain.

Xie Quanzhang's medical expertise was truly in a league of its own, and Guu Tianxiong knew he might need his services in the future, so he always spoke highly of him.

"Master Guu, are you all right?" The woman and Liu Kun rushed up to him with concern.

Guu Tianxiong nodded, "Thanks to Doctor Ye."

Guu Tianxiong, visibly moved, smiled at Ye Luo, "Doctor Ye, I've said before that if you cured me, I'd give you anything you ask for. Now, tell me what you want. I, Guu, always keep my promises."

"It was nothing major. Besides, I ended up at the police station today, and you, Old Guu, helped me out. Let's call it even," Ye Luo said casually.

"Even?" Guu Tianxiong, Xie Quanzhang, and the others paused in surprise, particularly Guu Tianxiong, who was unaware of what had transpired.

Liu Kun then explained the altercation with Zhu Jian and how he had helped Ye Luo get released.

Xie Quanzhang and Guu Tianxiong listened in disbelief. Ye Luo, with such formidable strength and extraordinary medical skills, was still a student?

Guu Tianxiong couldn't help but smile bitterly. For someone of his standing, bailing someone out was trivial.

Yet Ye Luo, who had saved his life, was suggesting they were square. Could it be that Ye Luo saw Guu Tianxiong's life as so insignificant?

"Mr. Ye, we can't call this even. I must repay you properly, or I'll never be at peace," Guu Tianxiong said with sincerity.

Guu Tianxiong wasn't necessarily a good man, but he was clever. Realizing that Ye Luo was no ordinary person, he knew he couldn't just let someone like that walk away after their encounter.

Ye Luo understood Guu Tianxiong's motives but didn't call him out. In fact, Ye Luo had initially mentioned Guu Tianxiong's illness to Liu Kun with the intention of possibly using Guu Tianxiong to his own advantage.

Ye Luo, despite being reborn, was still merely a student, alone and with limited resources. It was impossible for him to handle everything on his own.

Guu Tianxiong was a formidable man with both power and influence, yet he wasn't completely ruthless; he adhered to a basic set of principles in his actions. Thus, Ye Luo didn't mind the idea of supporting him when necessary.

"Alright then, I'll be relying on your help in the future, Old Gu," Ye Luo said.

"Absolutely," Guu Tianxiong responded, visibly delighted by Ye Luo's statement.

"Mr. Gu, Mrs. Gu, Mr. Ye, I have some obligations at the hospital tonight, so I'll take my leave now. Should you need anything later on, please don't hesitate to contact me," Xie Quanzhang said, handing Ye Luo his business card.

"Of course, I'll arrange a ride for you to the People's Hospital," Guu Tianxiong said.

"The People's Hospital?" Ye Luo was taken aback for a moment.

"That's right, I've been invited by the People's Hospital in Linhai to give a lecture," Xie Quanzhang said with a touch of pride. His medical skills were highly esteemed across Huaxia.

"Oh, it just so happens I need to visit the People's Hospital as well. How about we go together?" Ye Luo suggested, remembering that Ann Xin's mother was there and that he had promised to see her. This seemed like the perfect chance to accompany each other.

...

At the People's Hospital:

In a typical hospital room, a skeletal middle-aged woman lay in bed, her frailty accentuated by the nasal tube she was connected to.

Beside her stood a remarkably beautiful woman, her face clouded with concern. Facing the doctor, she struggled to hold back her tears.

"Ann Xin, if you can't manage the payment, your aunt will have no choice but to be discharged," the young doctor said with empathy.

"I'll figure something out, I swear. Please, just don't let my mom be discharged. If she leaves the hospital, she'll die," Ann Xin implored, her lips nearly trembling to the point of bleeding.

"Ann Xin, you know that raising that amount of money is beyond your reach," the young doctor observed, a cunning look flickering in his eyes. "However, the situation isn't completely without hope. There might be a solution, but it depends on whether you're willing to cooperate. Are you?"