As Jiang Chen’s words faded, Dr.
Huang’s facial muscles twitched violently.
In his eyes, the Overlapping Shadow Trembling Needle was already a transcendent Acupuncture Technique beyond the reach of ordinary men.
Yet, to Jiang Chen, it was merely an Acupuncture Technique not even worth mentioning.
A single, simple sentence had instantly widened the chasm between their respective skill levels.
In other words, the technique Dr.
Huang worshipped was something Jiang Chen dismissed with utter disdain.
Given this, how could Dr.
Huang possibly have the audacity to call himself a famous doctor in front of Jiang Chen?
Meanwhile, Dr.
Huang’s reaction made Zhang Bing’s expression increasingly foul.
He interrupted their exchange and demanded of Dr.
Huang, “Why are you suddenly being so polite to this penniless loser?”
“Young Master Zhang, please watch your tongue!”
Dr.
Huang had been hired by Zhang Bing at a premium price; frankly speaking, it was nothing more than an employer-employee relationship.
Furthermore, given his own status, he had absolutely no fear of the family backing Zhang Bing.
Coupled with his newfound realization of Jiang Chen’s true capabilities, he simply could not tolerate these fools continuing to underestimate and belittle him.
Zhang Bing frowned.
“What exactly do you mean by that?”
“Zhang Bing, the ‘penniless loser’ you’re talking about just executed a legendary Acupuncture Technique that even the leading grandmasters of Baiyun City’s Medical Dao couldn’t perform.” Dr.
Huang patted his shoulder.
“I strongly advise you to apologize to this Little Divine Doctor immediately, lest you end up bringing ruin and destruction upon your entire family!”
Hearing this, Zhang Bing was completely baffled.
How could Dr.
Huang change his tune faster than the summer weather?
Just a moment ago, he had been full of disdain.
How did he suddenly pivot to fiercely defending Jiang Chen?
Looking utterly perplexed, he said, “He just used some special Acupuncture Technique, so what?
How could that possibly destroy my family?”
“Ignorant!”
Even at this point, Zhang Bing was still hopelessly stubborn.
Dr.
Huang couldn’t even be bothered to explain further.
The Medical Dao was a very unique entity.
The true heavyweights within the Medical Dao often appeared incredibly ordinary, but if they so desired, a single wave of their hand could summon countless experts.
Why?
Because they possessed the art of healing.
A level of medical expertise like Jiang Chen’s was more than enough to cure the chronic, hidden ailments of ultra-wealthy tycoons, or to heal the internal injuries of formidable Martial Artists.
Consequently, such individuals never lacked money.
Whether they were wealthy magnates or powerful fighters, when it came time to repay their lifesavers, they wouldn’t just offer cash—they would offer their services.
If Jiang Chen happened to have treated some major figure, it would only take a single phone call.
Zhang Bing’s family would be wiped off the face of the earth.
And Dr.
Huang was absolutely certain that it wouldn’t even take a day!
Having said his piece, Dr.
Huang turned back to Jiang Chen.
“How may I address you?”
“Jiang Chen.”
“Mr.
Jiang, I am a doctor at the city’s rehabilitation center.
While I know I’m not fully qualified to ask this, I sincerely invite you to join our facility.
You can name your own terms!”
Upon hearing this, the surrounding onlookers were utterly dumbfounded.
The villagers’ gazes shifted to Jiang Chen, their eyes now brimming with adoration.
Just a moment ago, he had been the penniless loser whom no one respected.
Now, he was being actively recruited by a major city hospital.
Moreover, a department director had personally admitted his own inadequacy and offered Jiang Chen a blank check!
What an unbelievable privilege!
In other words, with a single nod, Jiang Chen could instantly leapfrog into becoming a prominent figure in the city!
Meanwhile, the complexions of Zhang Bing and Luo Yanran’s mother had turned ashen.
Neither of them had expected things to escalate to this point.
As Dr.
Huang waited with bated breath, Jiang Chen merely shook his head.
“I’m not interested.”
“What?”
The crowd erupted in another wave of shock.
Such an incredible offer, and he just rejected it without a second thought?
“Mr.
Ji—”
Dr.
Huang was about to press the issue when Granny Tan spoke up.
“Can you all discuss that later?
Right now, I just want to know—are my grandson’s legs cured?”
Jiang Chen turned around with a smile.
“They are fully cured.
However, since his meridians have only just been unblocked, he will inevitably feel some discomfort.
He shouldn’t walk too much for the next couple of days.”
“Cured?” Granny Tan broke into a delighted smile and looked at her grandson.
“Do you have feeling in your legs now?”
The boy in her arms felt his legs with his hands before tentatively climbing down from the bed.
He took his first steps with visible caution, but as his feet planted firmly on the ground and he managed to walk forward without falling, he burst into joyful cheers.
“I can walk again!”
“He’s really cured!”
The crowd beamed with shared joy.
“Divine Doctor Jiang, thank you so much!” the boy said, immediately bowing to Jiang Chen with a wide grin.
Jiang Chen helped him back up.
“No need to thank me.
You ended up like this because of Yanran, so by saving you, I’m simply repaying the debt Yanran owes you.”
He didn’t say this loudly, but everyone in the room heard him loud and clear.
His meaning was crystal clear.
Everything he had done today was for Luo Yanran—whether it was curing Granny Tan’s grandson or rejecting Dr.
Huang’s lucrative invitation!
The majority of the present villagers were women.
They were deeply moved by Jiang Chen’s words, and an overwhelming sense of envy toward Luo Yanran washed over them.
They couldn’t help but think: if only they could each have a man like him!
Having finished speaking, Jiang Chen turned his gaze to Zhang Bing with a teasing smirk.
“I’ve cured the leg injury.
Isn’t it time for your performance?”
The corners of Zhang Bing’s mouth twitched violently.
According to their bet, he had lost.
Now, he was required to strip naked, run three laps around the village, and then roll his way out of town!
As for the bank card containing half a million, he could stomach losing that.
It was just money; it wouldn’t impact him much.
But if he ran around the village bare-assed and rolled out like a dog, how could he ever show his face around here again?
Seeing his silence, Jiang Chen chuckled.
“The dignified Young Master Zhang of the Zhang Clan wouldn’t be planning to go back on his word in front of all these people, would he?”
“You!”
Jiang Chen’s words had flawlessly cut off any avenue of retreat!
If he backed out now in front of an entire crowd, his reputation would be utterly dragged through the mud.
Especially in front of Luo Yanran.
He gritted his teeth.
“As if I would go back on my word!”
“Then…
please, the stage is yours!” With that, Jiang Chen reached out and plucked the bank card right from Zhang Bing’s hand.
Zhang Bing took a deep breath.
“Jiang Chen, just you wait!”
With a flurry of frantic movements, he stripped off his clothes, causing the surrounding villagers to immediately avert and cover their eyes.
Shielding his face with his hands and clutching his discarded clothes, Zhang Bing bolted out the door.
At this point, whether he actually ran the laps or rolled out of the village was irrelevant.
His dignity had been utterly shattered; avoiding the final humiliation wouldn’t save him now.
Watching the absurd spectacle tearing down the village street, Jiang Chen chuckled.
The villagers were about to chase after him to shout something, but Dr.
Huang stepped up to Jiang Chen first.
“Mr.
Jiang, regarding what I mentioned earlier…”
“Huang,” Jiang Chen interrupted him.
“Ah?” Dr.
Huang paused, momentarily stunned.
“I don’t want what happened today to spread to the city.
At least, not right now.” Jiang Chen patted Dr.
Huang on the shoulder.
“I know you’ll keep this a secret for me, won’t you?”
Dr.
Huang’s expression shifted.
Jiang Chen’s underlying message was crystal clear: his rejection was final.
Moreover, it was phrased not as a request, but as an expectation Dr.
Huang had no choice but to honor.
Zhang Bing might be ignorant, but Dr.
Huang fully understood the terrifying reach and influence a truly masterful doctor possessed.
He was understandably disappointed; he had hoped to recruit this Divine Doctor, yet reality had proven otherwise.
Seeing his crestfallen look, Jiang Chen offered a faint smile.
“However, if you ever encounter an issue you truly cannot resolve, you may come find me.”