However, Zheng Chunli had not given up on trying to curry favor with Old Master Zhou.
Unfortunately for her, both Commander Zhou and Old Master Zhou were extremely shrewd people.
Her intentions were practically written all over her face.
Especially after Zhou Yunting’s departure, the villagers of Hongshan Village felt that the Zhou family probably had nothing to worry about anymore.
It was likely only a matter of time before they returned to the big city.
Besides, Liu Zhixia had earned great merit by treating illnesses and saving lives, so the villagers naturally wanted to build a good relationship with the Zhou grandfather and grandson.
Because of all this, after Zhou Yunting and Liu Zhixia left, the two members of the Zhou family lived quite comfortably.
Even though they still did farm work, once the heavy burden in their hearts was lifted, they naturally felt much more relaxed.
Their mood improved as well.
Zheng Chunli failed to receive even the slightest bit of kindness from the Zhou family.
As a result, she began placing even more importance on Sun Haomin.
She had already lost the support of her space. Now, she had to firmly grasp this final ray of hope.
A chance to bring everything back onto its original path…
When Liu Zhixia arrived at the county town, she took a deep breath.
She needed to rely on her own abilities to earn some money first.
Otherwise, she could not continue living a life of constantly saving and cutting expenses. Asking Liu’s parents for help was even less ideal.
As for Zhou Yunting’s military allowance, she had no idea when it would arrive.
Poor her—she possessed a space filled with countless supplies, yet she was troubled by not knowing how to explain their origins.
Liu Zhixia felt somewhat frustrated.
Unexpectedly, just as she was lost in thought and looked up, an elderly man suddenly collapsed right beside her.
Liu Zhixia pressed her forehead helplessly.
She immediately stepped forward and checked the old man’s pulse. After a moment, her delicate eyebrows furrowed.
How could this be?
The old man’s vitality was extremely weak. It seemed his body functions had reached their limit.
A doctor’s heart was compassionate. Liu Zhixia could not simply stand by and watch someone die.
“Everyone, please step back. Keep at least two meters away. The elderly man needs fresh air.
Thank you.”
Her clear voice rang out, and the crowd quickly moved away.
Seeing that everyone had backed off, Liu Zhixia hurriedly took out her silver needles and exposed the acupuncture points that needed treatment.
Guiding her inner energy, she inserted the needles rapidly, her movements as fast as lightning.
The spectators watching were dazzled by the speed.
However, Liu Zhixia’s face slowly turned pale.
The old man’s body was simply too weak. Treating him had consumed nearly half of her inner energy.
Fortunately, she would be able to recover after resting for about two hours.
Twenty minutes later, Liu Zhixia slowly removed the needles.
She gently wiped the sweat from her forehead.
The old man weakly opened his eyes. After regulating his breathing for a moment, he actually stood up.
Then, a look of astonishment crossed his aged face.
There was disbelief, mixed with faint joy.
“Little girl, was it you who saved me?”
Although the old man asked it as a question, his eyes held an inexplicable certainty.
Liu Zhixia blinked.
“If you say so, then that’s what happened. Elder, your health is not very good. I just used acupuncture to help restore your body a little.
In the future, you should try not to overwork yourself.”
The old man sighed.
“Little girl, your medical skills are extraordinary!
If it weren’t for you helping me today, I’m afraid this old man’s life would have been lost.”
Liu Zhixia sighed inwardly.
The old man’s body had been severely depleted. If he continued like this without proper care, problems would eventually arise again.
Fortunately, her inner energy contained a force of vitality. Otherwise, even with her incredible medical skills, she would not have been able to save him today.
The two were still talking when—
A large group of people suddenly rushed over and surrounded them.
“Mayor Jiang, we finally found you! You wanted to inspect things, but you should have informed us. Having someone accompany you would have been much better!
Your health…”
The man speaking appeared to be in his thirties. He looked refined and wore a pair of glasses.
Jiang Weimin sighed.
“Xiao Gu, today I really have to thank this little girl. If it weren’t for her, I’m afraid I would truly have collapsed here.”
The man called Xiao Gu was startled and frightened.
“Mayor Jiang, we should still go to the hospital for an examination. I’m still worried.”
His voice was filled with concern.
Everyone knew that Mayor Jiang’s health was very poor.
He devoted himself wholeheartedly to serving the people and had neglected his own health for years.
Although he was only in his fifties, he looked at least ten years older.
Unexpectedly, Jiang Weimin waved his hand and smiled.
“I know my own body best.
I’ve honestly never felt this good before!
This little girl’s medical skills are remarkable. I’ve been to so many hospitals that I can’t even count them anymore.
But none of those treatments ever had an effect as good as this one. I’ve decided that from now on, I won’t go anywhere else to seek treatment.
If I feel uncomfortable again, I’ll trouble this little girl to help me…”
After saying this, Jiang Weimin seemed to suddenly remember something important—he had forgotten to ask for the girl’s opinion.
For the first time, the elderly man looked slightly embarrassed and coughed lightly.
“That… little girl, what do you think about this…”
Liu Zhixia smiled.
“If you feel unwell, you can come find me. I’m at the military district across from here. My husband is Zhou Yunting.”
Liu Zhixia answered straightforwardly.
When the old man heard Zhou Yunting’s name, his expression paused slightly.
Then he happily said:
“Little girl, I knew you would agree.
I wonder if you would do me the honor of joining this old man for a simple meal?”
Seeing Liu Zhixia hesitate, the old man added:
“I owe you my life. Surely you won’t refuse this old man the chance to treat you to a meal?”
The man beside him also spoke warmly.
“Little girl, go ahead. Otherwise, Mayor Jiang will feel guilty.”
They went to a relatively large restaurant in Fuchang County.
Because the man surnamed Gu accompanied them, the restaurant staff were especially enthusiastic.
“County Chief Gu, it’s been a long time since you came here. Please, come in quickly.”
Liu Zhixia paused.
What kind of luck did she have?
Not only had she saved a mayor after simply going out, but now she had somehow ended up sitting at the same dining table as the mayor and county chief.
After the restaurant staff learned the elderly man’s identity, their shock was impossible to hide.
What they were even more curious about was the unbelievably beautiful young woman sitting between the two important figures, chatting with them so naturally.
County Chief Gu understood Mayor Jiang’s condition better than anyone.
He felt that this young girl’s medical skills were probably extraordinary.
There were likely only a handful of people in the entire country who could match her.
Unable to bear seeing such talent buried, County Chief Gu said:
“Little girl, why don’t you come work at our county hospital? I can arrange everything for you.”
County Chief Gu’s desire to recruit talent had been completely aroused.
Liu Zhixia was touched by his sincerity, but she still had to refuse.
Working at the hospital meant having fixed working hours.
She did not like that kind of lifestyle, and traveling back and forth from the island was also inconvenient.
Mayor Jiang’s thoughts became active as well.
If this girl agreed, it would truly be a great blessing for the people.
His gaze became even more eager.
Unfortunately, the young girl directly shook her head.
“I’m sorry, County Chief Gu. I’m afraid I don’t have time to sit in the hospital for regular consultations.
However, if there are patients with especially difficult conditions that are hard to treat, perhaps I can help…”
Mayor Jiang immediately understood.
“County Chief Gu, why not let this girl come to the hospital once a week, either for a full day or half a day?
Each week, the hospital can select several difficult and complicated cases and let this girl treat them.”
County Chief Gu suddenly saw the light.
His gaze toward Liu Zhixia became even more earnest.
The conditions this time were so flexible.
Liu Zhixia found it difficult to refuse again and could only nod in agreement.