Yang Hao gritted his teeth in fury, wanting nothing more than to tear Zheng Yan apart, but for now, he could only sit there obediently.
Bai Zhupeng looked at Zheng Yan with great interest.
“In that case, can you see if there’s anything wrong with me?”
“Grandmaster Bai is in good health, but your right leg doesn’t seem to be very responsive.”
Everyone was slightly taken aback.
It was true that Bai Zhupeng’s right leg had problems.
It was an old injury from his years in the war.
It wasn’t noticeable when he walked slowly, but he would limp if he tried to walk quickly.
Not many people in the Bai Family even knew about this condition—only Bai Zhupeng’s few sons and daughters.
Bai Zhupeng was always very careful when he walked, never moving too fast in order to maintain his image.
Coupled with his advanced age, no one really paid attention to the fact that his leg was weak.
‘How did Zheng Yan know?’
After all, everyone was already seated when Zheng Yan arrived.
It should have been impossible for him to tell.
Seeing everyone’s silence, Bai Zhi frowned.
“Grandpa, is what Zheng Yan said true?”
Bai Zhupeng nodded.
“Yes, it’s true.”
“Grandpa, why didn’t you ever tell me about this?” Bai Zhi said with concern.
“What was there to tell?
It’s a small matter.
As long as I walk slowly, there’s no problem.”
He then looked at Zheng Yan, a hint of admiration on his face.
“You truly are a Divine Doctor, to see that my leg was failing just like that.
Haha.”
Zheng Yan smiled.
“You’re too kind.
If Elder Bai wants to recover, it’s not impossible.”
“What?
My leg can be cured?”
Bai Zhupeng was astonished.
Bai Shimin and the others also wore expressions of disbelief.
After Bai Zhupeng made his fortune, it wasn’t as if he hadn’t sought treatment for his leg.
But whether it was traditional Chinese medicine or Western medicine, professors or specialists…
it didn’t matter.
Even the top doctors from abroad had been unable to restore it to its previous condition.
The leg was destined to remain in a state of a half-limp.
The most they could do was ensure it didn’t bother him when he walked slowly.
Although Bai Zhupeng said he had come to terms with it, that was just an act of resignation.
Who wouldn’t want two normal legs?
Zheng Yan nodded.
I can give you some relief right now, but a complete cure will require several more acupuncture sessions.”
Bai Shimin sneered, “You sure love to brag.
My father has had this condition for decades, longer than you’ve been alive.
People with far more medical skill than you wouldn’t dare claim they could cure it.
You need to be more down-to-earth.
Otherwise, how can you ever amount to anything?”
Yang Hao chimed in from the side, “He talks a big game, but in the end, doesn’t he just want to curry favor with the Bai Family?”
Bai Zhi’s parents, who were seated nearby, also shook their heads.
They had initially taken a liking to this young man, Zheng Yan.
Although he was from the countryside and had even been to prison, he possessed virtues that many young people lacked.
He was helpful, righteous, and unafraid of power.
But now, it seemed he was just another person who liked to make empty boasts.
He had no idea just how difficult Bai Zhupeng’s leg was to treat.
Bai Zhi looked at Zheng Yan, then back at her grandfather.
“Grandpa, why not let Zheng Yan take a look?”
“Bai Zhi, it’s not my place as your uncle to criticize you, but you can’t be reckless with this kind of illness!
What if something happens to Dad?
Who could bear that responsibility?”
Bai Zhupeng waved his hand dismissively.
“What could possibly happen from just looking at a leg?”
“Zheng Yan, I’ll have to trouble you to take a look for me.”
“Of course.
I can definitely cure it.”
Zheng Yan stood up and walked over to Bai Zhupeng’s side.
The remaining people watched with wide eyes.
Even Yang Hao, who was sitting further away, stood up and craned his neck to see.
Zheng Yan took out his silver needles, enveloping them with his True Qi.
BZZZZ—
The silver needles could be seen vibrating faintly in Zheng Yan’s hand.
Professor Tang was stunned and cried out, “That’s the Qi-guided Needle technique!
Divine Doctor Zheng is truly incredible.”
“Professor Tang, what is the Qi-guided Needle technique?” Bai Zhi asked curiously.
“I’ve only ever heard of it; this is the first time I’ve seen it myself.
The Qi-guided Needle, as the name implies, is a technique where one uses faint fluctuations of qi during acupuncture to make the silver needle vibrate.
This allows it to communicate with the patient’s meridians to achieve a healing effect.”
The Qi-guided Needle technique was so profound that everyone swallowed nervously.
At this point, no one doubted Zheng Yan’s skill anymore.
Zheng Yan inserted the silver needles into Bai Zhupeng’s right leg, piercing it with three in quick succession.
Bai Zhupeng felt his leg lighten considerably.
“Alright, try standing up,” Zheng Yan said as he retracted the needles.
Bai Zhupeng stood up and took two steps, only then realizing his leg truly seemed to be better.
“My leg…
my leg doesn’t seem to hurt anymore.”
Bai Zhupeng’s voice trembled with excitement.
Everyone was astounded.
A leg that couldn’t be healed for decades…
was better after just a few needle pricks?
If this wasn’t a Divine Doctor, what was?
Zheng Yan nodded and said, “But this is only temporary.
A complete cure will still require long-term treatment.”
Bai Zhupeng laughed heartily.
“Divine Doctor Zheng is truly amazing.” He sat back down in his seat and said, “I would like to invite you to be the chief physician of our Bai Family.
What do you think?”
Bai Zhupeng had extended an olive branch to Zheng Yan.
“Dad, shouldn’t the position of chief physician be discussed further?” Bai Shimin said, pushing up his glasses.
“That’s right, Dad.
This position has always been held by a family member.
We’ve never had an outsider take the role,” Bai Shijun also objected.
Bai Zhupeng looked at the two brothers and snorted coldly.
“Since when do I need your input to make a decision?”
He then turned back to Zheng Yan and said, “Come work for our Bai Family.
I’ll give you an annual salary of five million, plus shareholder dividends.”
“F-Five…
five million!!!” Mrs.
Zheng, who had been silent the entire time, cried out in shock.
He could earn five million in a single year!
She remembered that when Zheng Yan’s family home was demolished and a person died, the Jing Family had only paid a few hundred thousand in compensation.
And now, Zheng Yan could earn five million a year!
Seeing that their father’s mind was made up, Bai Shimin and Bai Shijun sighed and said no more.
‘Bai Pengfei is getting old and will probably retire soon.’
‘The position of president is still up for grabs.’
‘We were both planning to install our own people in the main company to make the future power struggle easier.’
‘It seems the chief physician position is a lost cause now.’
Zheng Yan, however, shook his head.
“I appreciate Elder Bai’s kind offer, but I have other things I need to do right now.”
Everyone looked up at Zheng Yan, astonished.
‘Is this kid stupid?
How many people dream of receiving an invitation from Elder Bai?’
‘And it was for the position of chief physician, with an annual salary of five million.’
‘And this guy just rejected it outright?’
Although Zheng Yan didn’t have much money now, he knew he would have plenty of ways to earn it in the future.
Five million sounded like a lot, but he couldn’t stand the thought of being tied down to a company.
Bai Zhupeng laughed loudly.
“I understand.
I’ve heard a little about your situation.”
“Since that’s the case, I won’t insist.
Let’s all continue eating.”
Although Bai Shimin and the others were surprised that Zheng Yan had rejected the position, they were also relieved.
At least the chief physician position was vacant again.
After the meal, everyone exchanged a few pleasantries with Zheng Yan and then left.
As they were walking down the road, Mrs.
Zheng spoke up, “Zheng Yan, what’s this about Wang Jiaxin?”