Amidst the anxious waiting of the Lin family members, Doctor Li walked out of the hospital room.
"Doctor Li, how is my father?" Lin Youpeng asked eagerly.
Doctor Li, composed as ever, stroked his beard. He cast a quick glance at Luo Xiu and said kindly, "Rest assured, Old Master Lin is out of danger. He can be discharged soon. Just remember to take good care of him at home."
"You truly live up to your reputation as the Divine Doctor, Doctor Li!"
"You're simply miraculous!"
"The Lin Family will never forget your great kindness!"
The crowd showered him with praise and gratitude.
After the Lin family members went into the hospital room, Doctor Li approached Luo Xiu and spoke in a low voice, "Young friend, may I have a word with you in private?"
Luo Xiu nodded.
The old man and the young man moved to the other end of the corridor.
Seeing that they were alone, Doctor Li dropped his previously profound demeanor and cupped his fist in gratitude, his voice filled with excitement.
"Thank you for your guidance just now!"
Luo Xiu was taken aback for a moment, then waved his hand. "It had little to do with me. The credit goes to your own solid foundation, sir."
"You're too modest, young friend. If it weren't for your words earlier, I'm afraid Old Master Lin…"
In truth, Doctor Li had been extremely nervous. Since becoming famous, he had never failed to cure a patient, which had earned him the name "Divine Doctor." In terms of medical techniques, few in Sea City could surpass him. But Lin Daqi's illness was truly strange, and he had no confidence he could cure it.
Fortunately, Luo Xiu's guidance at the critical moment allowed him to preserve his reputation. He even felt that his medical skills had improved. The human body's meridians and acupuncture points were like a vast and complex astronomical code, and Luo Xiu was the one who had helped him decipher it.
"My name is Li Jiuzhen. May I ask your name, young friend?"
"Luo Xiu."
Li Jiuzhen said humbly, "Your words earlier were truly enlightening. It's true. These past few years, I've been so wrapped up in fame and wealth that I almost forgot I'm a healer."
Luo Xiu smiled faintly. "Actually, there's nothing wrong with pursuing fame and wealth. Healers are people, too. We aren't born indebted to anyone, and we have the right to pursue our own goals and provide for our families."
"What you say is absolutely correct. By the way, young friend, if I may be so bold… was the technique you guided me on earlier the legendary Creation Thirteen Needles?" Li Jiuzhen asked with extreme caution.
Luo Xiu nodded and smiled. "Yes. My master made me learn it when I was a teenager."
Upon hearing this, Li Jiuzhen's eyes widened. He hastily asked, "May I inquire as to the name of your esteemed master?"
"I'm sorry, but my master has forbidden me from revealing his name."
Li Jiuzhen gave an embarrassed smile. "Of course, of course. I was being presumptuous."
Although Luo Xiu didn't reveal anything, Li Jiuzhen already had a good guess as to who his master was. After all, not just anyone knew the Creation Thirteen Needles. In the entire world, only that reclusive master from Ghost Valley Mountain was known to practice this miraculous needle technique.
Luo Xiu turned to leave. "I have other matters to attend to, so I must take my leave."
"Wait a moment, young friend!"
Li Jiuzhen hurriedly caught up, handing a card to Luo Xiu with a smile. "This is the Purple Gold Card for my Wan Yao Hall. If you ever need to purchase medicine, take this card there, and everything will be free of charge."
Luo Xiu replied, "I cannot accept a reward for something I haven't earned."
Li Jiuzhen smiled. "Think of it as a gift for a new friend. Please, accept it. Besides, those few words of advice you gave me are more than enough to earn this card."
Thinking that he did indeed need to buy medicine, Luo Xiu didn't refuse again.
"In that case, thank you."
"Think nothing of it."
Watching Luo Xiu's retreating figure, Li Jiuzhen's face beamed. He made a mental note to build a good relationship with this young Divine Doctor. What if he's in a good mood one day and gives me a few more pointers?
...
「At the hospital entrance.」
Lin Xiyue found Luo Xiu and asked, "Can you drive?"
"No."
"Then take a taxi back. I have to go to the company," Lin Xiyue said, handing him a key card.
Luo Xiu took the card. "I'll go back later. I want to walk around for a bit."
Luo Xiu didn't return to the Lin Family Villa in the Sea City Riviera complex until sunset.
The Lin family was sitting together at the table, having dinner.
Lin Daqi said, "Luo Xiu, come and join us."
At the hospital, the old master had already come to terms with things. No matter how he looked at it, Luo Xiu was better than those pampered heirs. Moreover, Luo Xiu's master was his savior. Besides, Lin Xiyue and Luo Xiu were already legally married, so there was nothing he could do even if he disapproved.
Luo Xiu walked over and sat down next to Lin Xiyue.
Zhang Cui snorted and said sarcastically, "Some people have perfectly good hands and feet. I just hope they won't plan on freeloading off the Lin Family forever. The Lin Family may be large and successful, but it's not a charity for beggars."
Luo Xiu merely smiled. "Old Master Lin knows better than anyone that if it weren't for my master, the Lin Family wouldn't be as wealthy and powerful as it is today."
Lin Youpeng sneered, "So, you plan to use that favor to get something in return?"
Luo Xiu retorted, "That's still better than being ungrateful."
Just then, Lin Xiyue coughed twice. She set down her chopsticks and gave Luo Xiu a deep look.
"Luo Xiu, since you don't have anything to do at home, you should find a job. If you can, come to the company with me tomorrow."
He met her gaze and sensed the threat in her eyes. A stifling feeling of frustration washed over him. If it weren't for that damn Jade Pendant…
"Fine, as you wish."
He shook his head helplessly. I'd have to deal with Zhang Cui's attitude if I stay home, so I might as well go to the company. It's only for half a year. I just have to endure it.
...
After dinner, Luo Xiu went upstairs.
The Lin family's French-style villa had four floors, with the entire third floor being Lin Xiyue's private domain. Luo Xiu casually picked a guest room, took a shower, lay down on the bed, and quickly drifted off to sleep.
An unknown amount of time passed before a knock on the door startled him awake.
Luo Xiu got up to open it, only to be stunned by what he saw.
Outside the door stood Lin Xiyue, wearing only a thin, silky nightdress. It seemed she had nothing on underneath. Her long, snow-white legs were on full display, and she wore a pair of fluffy slippers with bunny ears. The look was a mixture of extreme sensuality and girlish charm.
"What are you looking at?"
Luo Xiu snapped back to his senses and quickly averted his gaze, muttering, "Aren't you dressed like that on purpose for me to see?"
Lin Xiyue walked into the room. "Have you showered?" she asked.
"Huh?" Luo Xiu stared at her, completely bewildered.
Lin Xiyue said with a blank expression, "Didn't we agree that we would sleep together once a week? Today is Monday. We'll start today."