Chapter 310

Chapter 310 - An Arrogant Doctor

Su Ming didn't seem to think there was anything amiss.

Xiao Ke'er's face flushed instantly.

In her family, having her father invite him to stay for dinner and her mother cooking the meal herself signified their high approval of the prospective son-in-law.

They were even at the point where they could consent to her engagement with Su Ming.

Xiao Chen, observing from the side, was certain Su Ming was going to be his brother-in-law.

“Brother-in-law, I've never ridden in a truck before. Could you possibly...”

Xiao Chen sidled up to Su Ming.

But before he could finish his sentence, a sudden sharp pain shot through his waist.

He leaped up and spun around to find Xiao Ke'er, her face a deep shade of red.

Her delicate hand hovered mid-air.

“Did you have a late class today?” Xiao Ke'er demanded, her authoritative older sister persona in full display.

“Uh?” Xiao Chen was momentarily taken aback.

He blinked and glanced at the sun outside.

It was high noon, yet she was talking about an evening class.

“Sis, it's noon...”

“Aren't you supposed to have classes at noon? Go to your study and hit the books!”

“Sis, even Dad said I could take a few days off. You can't just pick on me because you're in love...”

“Quiet!” Xiao Ke'er stood up, glaring at her brother with indignation.

“Mom, save me!” Xiao Chen beat a hasty retreat.

Xiao Chen's antics had everyone laughing heartily.

“Mr. Su, Father, Grandfathers, I'm feeling a bit tired. I'm going to rest for a bit...”

With her cheeks still tinted with embarrassment, Xiao Ke'er excused herself and headed upstairs.

The two elders exchanged a look that spoke volumes.

Ah, the joys of youth!

The group settled comfortably on the couch, sipping tea and engaging in lively conversation.

Amidst the merriment, the butler entered with an odd look on his face.

He hesitated beside Xiao Luomu, as if unsure whether to speak.

“Hmm?”

“Yes.”

Xiao Luomu was taken aback by his arrogance but ultimately nodded in agreement.

He had intended to be forthright.

But with the doctor already here, it would be quite rude to send them away.

With that, Xiao Luomu led the way, with Master Loong and his haughty apprentice trailing behind.

The two elders exchanged a glance and followed suit.

Su Ming joined the crowd to see what was happening.

“Master Loong, after you,” Xiao Luomu said as he opened the door.

Loong Qingyuan entered the room, hands clasped behind his back.

“A chair, please.”

His young apprentice commanded from the side with an icy tone, reminiscent of a eunuch proclaiming an imperial decree.

“My apologies for the oversight,” Xiao Luomu said with a chuckle, quickly grabbing a stool from nearby and placing it behind Loong Qingyuan.

Su Ming, standing behind, slightly furrowed his brow. Such arrogance.

Loong Qingyuan took his seat with deliberate slowness.

The apprentice quickly positioned himself beside Loong Qingyuan, extracting the elder's arm from beneath the blanket. He retrieved a jade pillow from a small box, placing the elder's arm upon it, and then covered it with a towel. Next, he presented a damp towel to Loong Qingyuan, who accepted it leisurely and wiped his hands. The apprentice then carelessly discarded the towel on the floor.

?Such waste! A towel used just once and then discarded? If a patient were in critical condition and under his care, they could very well expire by the time he finished preparing.

Loong Qingyuan extended his right hand, resting two fingers on the elder's pulse. In less than ten seconds, he withdrew his hand.

“Silver needles.”

“Right away!”

The apprentice fetched a small box filled with neatly arranged silver needles from the medicine chest.

“Hold on!” Old Master Qin interjected, “The patient is frail and his vitality is waning. He cannot undergo acupuncture!”

“No interruptions while my master is treating a patient,” the apprentice rebuked sharply.

“Such disrespect!” Loong Qingyuan said with a measured smile. “So you are the renowned Mr. Qin, the medical authority from the capital?”

“Yes, that's me,” Old Master Qin replied, clearly displeased. This was basic knowledge in traditional medicine. Acupuncture works by stimulating the meridians to enhance blood circulation, thereby tapping into the body's inherent potential to heal.

However, when someone is extremely frail, acupuncture can actually hasten their death!

“Mr. Qin, your reputation precedes you. I've long been aware of your renown. You're absolutely correct; acupuncture isn't suitable for those who are weak.”

Loong Qingyuan offered a serene smile. “However, I possess a ginseng that is two centuries old. If we brew it into a soup and have the patient drink it, it could very well save their life.”

With that, his apprentice retrieved a small box from within a larger one and opened it.

Indeed, there lay a ginseng root inside!