Ge Shijian's action caused Wei Zichu and the others to stare in disbelief. After all, Dr. Ge was the top physician in Jiangbei, with numerous students and significant influence. He was also very proud of his medical skills and had never acknowledged anyone as his superior. So why was he now groveling before Lin Tang?!
"Get out of my way. Don't interfere with my treatment!" Lin Tang said with a look of disgust, not even bothering to acknowledge him.
This quack wants to be my disciple? If I accepted him, it would be too embarrassing if word got out.
Turning to Wei Shanhe, Lin Tang shook his head.
In his view, Wei Shanhe's martial arts were decent. He could have broken through with the nourishment of the Heavenly Mountain Snow Lotus, but he had missed the prime age for a breakthrough. He was too old. With a weak foundation, how could he rely solely on external forces?
Luckily, Lin Tang's Qiankun Qi-controlling Needle was incredibly miraculous. It not only repaired all of Wei Shanhe's injuries but also gave him the push he needed to break through in one go!
BOOM!
A surge of overwhelming momentum burst forth as Wei Shanhe opened his eyes and laughed heartily. "Hahaha, I have finally stepped into the Innate Realm!"
"Grandfather!" Wei Zichu was overjoyed. She dared not even meet Lin Tang's eyes, secretly ashamed and regretful for having been so rude to him just now.
Wei Shanhe's expression became solemn as he bowed to Lin Tang. "I, Wei Shanhe, vice president of the True Martial Association, thank the Divine Doctor for saving my life. May I know your esteemed name?"
"My name is Lin Tang. No thanks are necessary. Just give me the Heavenly Mountain Snow Lotus. I have other matters to attend to, so I'll be going." Not really listening, Lin Tang just nodded dismissively.
With a flicker, he disappeared without a trace.
"Wait! Master, wait for me...!" Ge Shijian wanted to grab on to this golden opportunity, but it was too late. He could only stomp his feet in frustration.
Wei Shanhe's eyes lit up. This young man is not only a master physician, but his martial arts are also quite impressive. As for the Heavenly Mountain Snow Lotus, which was worth tens of millions, it was nothing to him. If he could win Lin Tang over and form an alliance with such a Divine Doctor, it would be worth sending ten more!
Little did he know that the speed Lin Tang had just displayed was merely the tip of the iceberg of his true strength.
Wei Zichu felt both relieved and a little disappointed.
What the heck? He left without so much as a goodbye or leaving his contact information. Am I really that uncharming?
"Grandfather, since you're all right now, we don't need that Great Recovery Herb anymore, do we?" she asked reluctantly, twirling a lock of her hair. "Do we still need to waste our time visiting the Xie Family?" That family was infamous for their bullying and predatory behavior. She had heard of them before and naturally had no desire to associate with them.
"We've already made the appointment, so we should still go," Wei Shanhe said absentmindedly, still pondering how to get on Lin Tang's good side. The Xie Family had specially prepared the Great Recovery Herb to curry favor with him. Although he no longer needed it, he had given his word, so he still planned to make the trip.
「The Xie Family Villa」
The villa was filled with distinguished guests, fine wine, and delicacies as a grand party was underway.
Xie Qinghong, who had been beaming, now wore an ugly expression after learning his precious son had been beaten. If he weren't preoccupied with welcoming his esteemed guest, Wei Shanhe, he would have been itching to go kill the perpetrator himself.
"Young Master Chun was beaten?"
"Who the hell did it? They're dead!"
"What? Jiangbei's number one beauty, Shen Youling, just married some country bumpkin? And her husband is the one who did it?"
"The Shen Family is in for a disaster."
The guests were abuzz with discussion. The men, in particular, were green with envy over Shen Youling's sudden husband.
Lu Liangfei, the head of the True Martial Association's Jiangbei branch, had his hands all over Xie Qinghong's daughter, Xie Yingying. She, in turn, was eager to please, fawning over him provocatively, completely unconcerned about being in public.
Upon learning of her brother's serious injuries, her eyes reddened. "Master Lu, you must stand up for us!" she cried.
"Heh," Lu Liangfei teased, hooking a finger under her chin. "You can handle a trivial family like the Shens on your own. Why do you need me to intervene?"
"Shen Youling's sister, Shen Jiayue, recently got involved with the second son of the Wang Family. It won't be easy for our Xie Family to completely crush the Shen Family. But it's different for you, Master Lu. You could finish them with a single breath. Please, help us. I'll do anything you say tonight," Xie Yingying cooed, her eyes sultry.
"Haha, alright. When Vice President Wei arrives later, I'll mention it to him. With his power at the Peak Acquired Realm, he's invincible in Jiangbei City! The Shen and Wang Families? They're nothing!" Lu Liangfei declared arrogantly.
"Thank you, Master Lu, I'll drink a toast to you... AH!" Xie Yingying cried out in agony. A wooden stick had been brutally driven through her palm, and blood was streaming from the wound!
"Who?!" Lu Liangfei shot to his feet in anger.
Lin Tang strolled in with a smile. "Well, what a lively scene… And I think I smell a Great Recovery Herb. This is just perfect!"
The Heavenly Mountain Snow Lotus and the Great Recovery Herb, one yin and one yang, would multiply their nourishing medicinal effects when combined. It was a perfect match!
"Where did this country bumpkin come from? How dare you cause trouble at my Xie Family's home and hurt my daughter? You'll pay with your life! Get him!" Xie Qinghong commanded, waving his hand with murderous intent.
"Yes, sir!"
A swarm of his men charged, every one of them aiming for Lin Tang's vital points. Unfortunately for them, they fell as quickly as they charged. The mocking smiles that had just appeared on the faces of Xie Qinghong and his guests froze. They watched in disbelief as Lin Tang took on the entire group and dispatched them all in seconds.
"Who in the world are you?" Xie Qinghong's expression grew grim.
"Weren't you the one who sent people all over the city to find me and throw me in the lake?" Lin Tang asked with a mocking grin.
"So you're the one who injured my son!" Xie Qinghong finally realized. He suddenly pointed behind Lin Tang and yelled, "Quick, look!"
As Lin Tang turned his head, Xie Qinghong swiftly pulled out an exquisite hidden weapon—the Rainstorm Pear Blossom Needle!
WHOOSH! WHOOSH! WHOOSH!
Dozens of poisoned needles shot toward Lin Tang with lightning speed.
"You're dead!" Xie Qinghong's face twisted into a triumphant smirk.
"Am I?"
Lin Tang moved like a specter, appearing at Xie Qinghong's side and snatching the weapon from his hand. The poisoned needles, meanwhile, found their mark in some of the nearby guests, causing a chorus of screams.
"You… you stay away from me!" Xie Qinghong's face turned pale, and he collapsed to the ground.
Just as Lin Tang was about to stomp on his face, a sound cut through the chaos.
CLAP! CLAP! CLAP!
Lu Liangfei, rather than being angry, was actually smiling and applauding. "Young man, you're quite impressive. I'll give you a chance. Join my True Martial Association. Now, kneel and swear your loyalty to me!"