Chen Feiyu glanced at him and shook his head with a chuckle. "Those with a rotten brain are beyond cure." With that, he walked over to Xie Anxiang and took a seat nearby.
Xie Zirui's face flushed and paled by turns, completely unable to retort, because Chen Feiyu had already proven with facts that the real idiot was none other than himself.
Xie Anxiang praised, "Little friend Chen's words just now are truly thought-provoking. To be frank with you, even I had prejudices against traditional Chinese medicine. If not for your profound medical skills and your cure for my terminal illness, I'm afraid I would have continued to misunderstand traditional Chinese medicine. I am truly ashamed."
Chen Feiyu shook his head and said, "Every profession has its specialties. It's only normal that your level is inadequate and your vision is limited."
Everyone present broke out in a cold sweat. This kid really spoke his mind without a single polite pleasantry.
Xie Anxiang gave a dry laugh and said, "Little friend Chen is quite right. By the way, regarding my terminal illness, exactly what percentage of confidence do you have in being able to cure it?"
This was the question everyone cared about most, and they immediately looked over with bated breath.
After a brief moment of thought, Chen Feiyu raised two fingers.
Two percent?
Everyone inwardly let out a sigh.
Xie Anxiang felt a slight pang of disappointment as well, but immediately smiled and said, "Even if it's only a two percent chance, it's still better than having no hope at all."
Chen Feiyu looked at him strangely and said, "Who said anything about two percent? I mean that within two weeks, I can have you completely recovered."
"What, only two weeks?" Xie Anxiang said excitedly, his fingers even trembling slightly.
Not just him, the entire Xie Family erupted with excitement.
Xie Anxiang was the pillar of the Xie Family; as long as Xie Anxiang was around, the Xie Family would never fall.
At this moment, the gaze Xie Yongguo directed at Chen Feiyu began to burn with fervent gratitude.
Chen Feiyu inwardly shook his head and whispered, "So excited over two weeks? If it weren't for the sake of caution, I could cure him in three days."
Fortunately, this remark was spoken in a low voice and no one else heard it, otherwise everyone would have been thrown into another shock.
After chatting for a little longer, since Xie Anxiang's health had not yet fully recovered, everyone except Chen Feiyu dispersed, leaving behind only Xie Yongguo, Xie Xingxuan, Uncle Zhong, and Han Muqing.
Xie Anxiang exchanged a look with Xie Yongguo, who instantly caught his meaning. He took out a black bank card and said to Chen Feiyu, "Doctor Chen, there is one million in this card as an initial retainer. Once my father's condition has completely recovered, there will be further compensation presented."
Chen Feiyu stood on no ceremony and accepted it with a clear conscience. He never imagined that just one week after coming down the mountain, he would already have made one million. It really felt wonderful.
He was blooming with joy inside, but on the surface he maintained an air of nonchalant detachment, saying, "Since that's the case, I won't stand on ceremony."
Xie Anxiang admired, "Little friend Chen is young, yet not only are your medical skills remarkable, but you are also unperturbed by favor or disgrace. I truly wonder what kind of master cultivated such a person."
"You flatter me, you flatter me." Chen Feiyu chuckled awkwardly.
Han Muqing was likewise happy for Chen Feiyu.
Suddenly, Xie Anxiang continued, "Muqing has a discerning eye and a true talent for recognizing value, which is a major achievement as well. I recall you are the manager of the Mingji Trade Building? From now on, you shall be its president."
The Mingji Trade Building was none other than the mall Chen Feiyu had visited earlier, and it was also one of the Xie Family's subsidiary properties.
Good fortune fell upon Han Muqing out of nowhere, and she said excitedly, "Thank you, Elder and Patriarch. I will definitely not let down the Patriarch's trust."
Xie Anxiang smiled. "You should thank little friend Chen instead."
He was entirely right; the only reason Han Muqing could become president was completely for Chen Feiyu's sake.
"Yes, yes, yes, the Elder's guidance is spot on. I will repay him well." Han Muqing looked gratefully at Chen Feiyu.
When she originally brought Chen Feiyu over, she had only been harboring a faint hope of giving it a try, yet Chen Feiyu had actually turned things around with his miraculous hands and cured the Elder.
She, too, was basking in Chen Feiyu's fortune and smoothly ascending to the position of CEO of the Mingji Trade Building.
Originally, according to her own estimations, she would have needed at least another ten years to sit in the presidential chair, but now, within a single day, she had transformed from a manager into a president.
Her gratitude toward Chen Feiyu could well be imagined.
"Could it be that Chen Feiyu is my lucky star?"
Han Muqing suddenly recalled the scene of herself embracing Chen Feiyu earlier, and shyness welled up in her heart.
After scheduling the time for the next treatment, Chen Feiyu rose to take his leave.
Chapter 19: Those who are poor at employing people are mediocre!
"Xingxuan, you go along to see little friend Chen off as well."
Suddenly, Xie Anxiang spoke.
Xie Xingxuan was inwardly surprised, but seeing the look her grandfather shot her, she kept quiet, stood up with a smile, and went to see Chen Feiyu off.
Han Muqing was likewise immensely surprised.
Everyone in the upper echelons of Mingji City knew that the person Elder Xie doted on most was Xie Xingxuan.
Now that Elder Xie had specifically named Xie Xingxuan to see Chen Feiyu off, it was clear how much importance the Xie Family attached to Chen Feiyu.
Chen Feiyu smiled; having a beauty to see him off made him quite happy as well.
However, just as he was about to leave, he suddenly turned around, looked Uncle Zhong up and down, and said, "You've been injured and harbor chronic internal ailments, am I right?"
A brilliant light flashed in Uncle Zhong's eyes before he reined it in, asking in surprise, "How do you know that?"
Three years ago, a rival faction sent assassins to ambush Xie Anxiang. He fought to the death to kill the attackers, but sustained injuries himself that had never fully healed. Every time it rained, his body would ache dully. He had never told a single soul about this, yet Chen Feiyu had seen right through it at a glance.
Chen Feiyu smiled. "Don't forget, I am a doctor. Though you hide it well, you can't deceive my eyes. Rest assured, your chronic ailment can be cured by me. However, the conditions aren't ripe right now; when the right moment comes, I'll treat you."
Uncle Zhong was overjoyed. He stood up and said excitedly, "In that case, many thanks."
Chen Feiyu smiled and nodded.
Suddenly, Xie Yongguo also asked expectantly, "I've felt my body lagging a bit in strength these past few years. Why don't you help me take a look as well? Do I have any chronic illnesses?"
After witnessing Xie Anxiang and Uncle Zhong, Xie Yongguo now placed immense trust in Chen Feiyu's medical skills.
Chen Feiyu looked him up and down, a strange expression suddenly appearing on his face as he blurted out, "You have kidney deficiency."
Everyone's faces took on strange expressions simultaneously.
Han Muqing and Xie Xingxuan blushed slightly and spat a quiet curse inwardly.
Xie Yongguo, the current head of the Xie Family, wore an embarrassed expression and almost turned to stone on the spot.
"This..." Xie Yongguo's expression was awkward, his rare old face flushing red.
What Chen Feiyu said was indeed true. In recent years, he had felt his physical stamina drop noticeably, his endurance was no longer what it used to be, and even the frequency of his trips to visit his mistress outside had decreased.
Recalling the plaintive look in his plump, alluring little mistress's eyes, Xie Yongguo felt his heart grow both hot and helpless.
Yet to have such matters spoken of publicly was terribly awkward.
Chen Feiyu smiled. "No worries, I have a formula here called the Gujing Pill that is guaranteed to have you full of vigor and vitality afterward—one pill lasts for three years. However, I don't have the herbs on hand right now, so I can't compound it temporarily."
Xie Yongguo was overjoyed. No longer caring about the embarrassment, he hurriedly said, "The herbs are no problem at all. Just tell me what herbs you need, and our Xie Family will purchase every single one of them, guaranteed to be top-grade herbs."
After pondering for a moment, Chen Feiyu took a pen and paper and wrote down all the herbs he needed.
Naturally, not just for the Gujing Pill, but many other herbs for various purposes as well. Since the Xie Family was willing to play the fool and foot the bill, Chen Feiyu naturally had no objections.
"Rest assured, Mr. Chen. The next time you come to treat the Elder, I guarantee every single one of these herbs will be placed right before your eyes, without a single one missing." Xie Yongguo promised repeatedly.
Being able to secure a man's vigor was something countless people dreamed of; now that Chen Feiyu could help him realize that dream, Xie Yongguo's heart could not be more thrilled.
Xie Xingxuan's face flushed red, feeling that having such a father was truly disgraceful.
Han Muqing turned her head away in utter embarrassment.
After taking their leave, Xie Anxiang sat up in his hospital bed, looking in high spirits as he said, "Yongguo, little friend Chen is a singular personage. You must find a way to forge a good relationship with him."
Xie Yongguo first acknowledged with a yes, then asked doubtfully, "Dad, even if Chen Feiyu truly possesses miraculous medical skills, given our Xie Family's power and status, there's no need for us to value him quite this much, is there?"
Xie Anxiang sighed and said, "Yongguo, you are good at everything. You have power, understand methods, and can turn the business world upside down with few rivals. Coupled with your second brother being a major general in the military, the two of you—one in business, one in the military—with the two of you present, the Xie Family remains secure.
Yet your sole flaw lies in your ability to recognize and employ talent; you fall short by more than just a little. Zeng Guofan said that those who are poor at employing people are mediocre. This is also what worries me most and leaves me the most uneasy."
Those who are poor at employing people are mediocre!
This was already a severe reprimand.
Xie Yongguo said shamefacedly, "Dad's lesson is well taken."
Xie Anxiang continued, "Chen Feiyu is young, yet his medical arts are profound enough to cure even terminal illnesses. What does this indicate? It shows that his future growth is boundless; he might even become a divine doctor comparable to Bian Que.
If our Xie Family fails to befriend such a talent, it's equivalent to pushing him into the arms of other families. Just think about it—if other great families were to secure a divine doctor like Chen Feiyu, those old fellows as long as they weren't dead yet could be brought back to life. How terrifying a prospect is that? And what kind of threat would it pose to the Xie Family? Can you really not even see this much?"
By the end of his words, Xie Anxiang's tone had gradually grown stern.
Although the Xie Family had been at the height of its power and splendor in recent years, both father and son knew that in Mingji City, there were at least three or four major families who had long looked upon the Xie Family with displeasure. One could say undercurrents were surging darkly; if they were the slightest bit careless, the massive Xie Family could collapse overnight.
Xie Yongguo also realized the gravity of the situation, breaking out in a cold sweat on the spot as he said earnestly, "Dad, don't worry. I will definitely befriend Chen Feiyu."
Xie Anxiang nodded with satisfaction.
Suddenly, Uncle Zhong spoke up, "Chen Feiyu goes far beyond simply being a divine doctor. If my eyes don't deceive me, Chen Feiyu is also a martial artist, and his cultivation is not low."
"What?"
This time, not only Xie Yongguo, but even Xie Anxiang was utterly shocked.
Chapter 20: I'm just a waiter
Xie Anxiang's upper body jerked upright as he immediately asked, "Brother Zhong, is this true?"
"Absolute truth." Uncle Zhong nodded, a brilliant light flashing in his eyes as he recounted the incident of Qi Weidong provoking Chen Feiyu and getting heavily beaten up by him. Finally, he said, "When Chen Feiyu appeared before Qi Weidong, even I couldn't clearly catch his movements. Therefore, I dare be certain that Chen Feiyu is a martial artist, and his cultivation is definitely not below mine."
In the eyes of Xie Anxiang and his son, expressions of utter disbelief appeared.
Being part of the upper crust, they naturally knew much more than ordinary citizens.
The ancient martial arts lineage consisted of combat training methods passed down from antiquity. With numerous sects in China, once mastered, one could break through physical limits and become a match for ten thousand men.
Even in modern society, the role of martial practitioners remained immensely significant.
Among them, ancient martial realms were classified into: Foundation Establishment, Body Tempering, Qi Harmonization, Nether Penetration, Grandmaster, Legend, and Xiantian.
Reaching the "Nether Penetration" realm already made one a top-tier expert capable of taking on a hundred by oneself.
A Grandmaster was a rare sight indeed, appearing perhaps once among thousands or tens of thousands of people.
Regardless of where a Grandmaster went, they commanded a revered status, and even the state treated them with courtesy.
As for the Legendary realm, it was already a transcendent existence. In the present world, no news of legendary practitioners had been heard for nearly a hundred years.
As for the Xiantian realm, it was a legendary, immortal-like realm; to this day, no one had ever been heard of reaching Xiantian cultivation.
Uncle Zhong was an expert at the mid-stage of "Nether Penetration." Over the years, by his own strength alone, he had fended off wave after wave of assassinations for the Xie Family, saving them from the brink of collapse more than once.
If what Uncle Zhong said was true, and Chen Feiyu was already a mid-stage "Nether Penetration" expert at such a young age, then his future achievements would truly be boundless. He might even reach the Legendary realm—to say nothing of the fact that Chen Feiyu also held the identity of a divine doctor!
This kid was destined to soar like a dragon in the skies hereafter!
Xie Anxiang was both shocked and thrilled, bursting into hearty laughter with immense relief. "Chen Feiyu is truly a supreme talent of heaven's gifting. Fortunately, our Xie Family was the first to make contact with him, securing a vantage point near the water to catch the moon first. Heaven truly blesses the Xie Family!
Yongguo, issue an order right back—no, issue the order right now: from now on, Chen Feiyu is an honored guest of the Xie Family. Everyone in the Xie Family, high and low, must treat him with the utmost courtesy and never offend him. Anyone who violates this order will be dealt with by family law!
In addition, Han Muqing has a relatively close relationship with Chen Feiyu. From now on, upgrade Han Muqing's treatment; she may participate in the Xie Family's core interest decision-making meetings and be specifically tasked with hosting Chen Feiyu."
"Dad, rest assured, I'll issue the order right away." Xie Yongguo's heart was filled with profound shock. From now on, Chen Feiyu could probably truly walk sideways unhindered through Mingji City.
Leaving aside Xie Anxiang's excitement and thrill, Chen Feiyu was currently sitting inside Xie Xingxuan's Bugatti Veyron. With Xie Xingxuan driving personally and Han Muqing keeping company, if word of this got out, it would be enough to make every man in Mingji City green with envy and hatred.
In less than a day, she had become the president of the Mingji Trade Building. Han Muqing felt as though she were living in a dream, and all of this was due to Chen Feiyu.
At this thought, her heart was filled with gratitude, and even the gaze she cast at Chen Feiyu was different.
Of course, she still didn't know that Xie Anxiang had already made the decision to allow her to participate in the Xie Family's core decision-making in the future, undoubtedly elevating her status to another tier. If she knew, her gratitude toward Chen Feiyu would certainly be even greater.
While driving, Xie Xingxuan quietly sized up Chen Feiyu.
Young, yet possessing miraculous medical skills and profound insight; facing an overlord-like figure such as Xie Anxiang, he remained equally unservile and unarrogant, carrying an extraordinary demeanor.
All of these things filled Xie Xingxuan with curiosity and doubt.
Her gaze shifted ripple-like as she parted her rosy lips to ask, "Mr. Chen, with medical skills as brilliant as yours, where are you currently employed? The Mingji Central Hospital?"
Chen Feiyu shook his head. "No."
"A provincial Grade 3-A hospital?"
"Also no."
Xie Xingxuan was slightly surprised, then her expression cleared as she smiled, "I know, then it must be the Capital Central Hospital. With medical skills as exceptional as yours, only the Capital Central Hospital would match your status."
"No, none of the above." Chen Feiyu continued to shake his head.
Xie Xingxuan grew even more curious, guessing inwardly: Could he be working at a major hospital abroad?
Chen Feiyu smiled. "I am a waiter, working at a diner."
Xie Xingxuan was stunned, then burst out with a "pfft" of laughter. Giving him an annoyed glare, she said, "Mr. Chen, you really know how to joke. With medical skills as formidable as yours, how could you possibly be a waiter?"
Chen Feiyu was speechless. The man tells the truth, why won't this chick believe him?
Han Muqing said awkwardly, "Miss Xie, what he said is true; he really does work as a waiter at a diner."
Xie Xingxuan was dumbfounded, as if she had heard a fantasy tale.
A Chen Feiyu whose medical arts were profound and whose future was limitless—was actually a waiter?
Her grandfather's late-stage brain cancer, a terminal illness that even top domestic specialists were helpless against, had actually been cured by a diner waiter?
Had this world already grown this crazy?
Ultimately, it was only after watching Chen Feiyu step out of the car outside the diner that Xie Xingxuan managed to bitterly accept this reality.
Chapter 21: Best friends
Xie Xingxuan and Han Muqing got out of the car to see him off.
The two women were top-tier goddesses to begin with, possessing elegant and noble temperaments—one enchanting and alluring, the other bright and captivating, resembling a pair of twin lotus flowers, each excelling in her own way.
Immediately, they drew the gazes of passersby around them.
Naturally, those onlookers were also curious as to who exactly could keep company with two beauties. When they saw Chen Feiyu, they subconsciously assumed he was a gigolo, their eyes filled with envy and contempt.
Han Muqing said with sincere gratitude, "Feiyu, thank you."
If not for Chen Feiyu, she could never have received Xie Anxiang's extraordinary promotion.
Chen Feiyu looked her up and down, then his eyes rolled as he teased playfully, "Oh? Sister Qing, then how do you plan to thank me?"
Han Muqing's pretty face blushed slightly. Giving him a sudden, reproachful side-long glance, she stepped forward and, in full view of the crowd, embraced Chen Feiyu. At the same time, her breath fragrant like orchids by his ear, she whispered with a light, coy laugh, "Bad little brother, does big sister's way of thanking you make your heart race and leave you intoxicated?"
The hearts of many people nearby shattered into pieces, each glaring furiously at Chen Feiyu. If looks could kill, Chen Feiyu probably would have been hacked into a thousand pieces already.
With such an enchanting and breathtaking beauty held in his arms, accompanied by a faint, lingering fragrance drifting to his nostrils, Chen Feiyu couldn't help his heart from fluttering as a wicked smile crept onto the corner of his mouth.
He was hardly a pure-hearted soul to begin with; otherwise, he wouldn't have tried to tease the police belle Liu Shengnan into becoming his minor wife upon their very first meeting.
Now that a beauty was in his arms, Chen Feiyu didn't stand on ceremony, preparing to wrap his arms around Han Muqing and take some advantage first.
To his surprise, Han Muqing seemed to have anticipated his intent. Before Chen Feiyu could loop his arms around her waist, she had already stepped back, giggling brightly, "Bad little brother, you're not playing nice, am I right? See you next time."
With that, she ducked back into the car with a blushing face, feeling her cheeks burn hotly.
Xie Xingxuan watched on, dumbfounded from the side.
Her understanding of Han Muqing was profound; although Han Muqing looked mature and open on the exterior, she was actually exceptionally conservative. She had never had intimate contact with any male, and even when her own brother relentlessly pursued her, she had never agreed.
Never had she imagined that Han Muqing would actually take the initiative to throw herself into a man's arms. If her brother ever found out, he would probably commit murder!
Suddenly, Chen Feiyu's gaze shifted to Xie Xingxuan, a playful smile spreading across his face.
"You... what are you looking at me for?" Xie Xingxuan had no idea what was happening. Someone who could remain calm and collected even when facing senior government officials suddenly found herself feeling somewhat nervous.
Chen Feiyu closed in on Xie Xingxuan, teasing, "I cured your grandfather; how do you plan to repay me?"
"Didn't we already give you one million?" Xie Xingxuan's breathing grew somewhat shallow.
Chen Feiyu suddenly reached out, pulling Xie Xingxuan into his embrace. Feeling the slight trembling of the delicate body in his arms, he chuckled softly, "One million—do you think that's enough?"
The surrounding crowd's hearts shattered once more. This fellow was openly two-timing! Shameless, utterly shameless! Why did such a wonderful thing never fall into their own laps?
Even Han Muqing was dumbfounded. Chen Feiyu was far too daring; he actually dared to take advantage of the Xie Family's princess in public.
Xie Xingxuan was momentarily dazed, her mind blank. By the time she snapped back to her senses, Chen Feiyu had already released her and turned to walk toward the diner.
"Hooligan!" Xie Xingxuan stamped her foot in vexation, let out a huff, turned, and got into the car, saying coldly, "Sister Qing, I don't want anyone else to know about this matter."
Han Muqing said awkwardly, "Rest assured, I know what to do."