Chapter 13: The Legend in shadow
The grand ballroom of the Moon Hotel shimmered under the glow of a hundred crystal chandeliers. Elegantly dressed men and women moved about like chess pieces on velvet, each maneuvering for influence, investment, or intrigue. But amidst the quiet warfare of smiles and toasts, Ye Tian moved with unshakable calm, Lin Xueyao gracefully at his side.
As the youngest shareholder in the hotel's history, his presence turned heads. Whispers followed in his wake—curiosity, envy, recognition.
And above all… speculation.
He escorted Lin Xueyao to the lounge corner where servers floated by with trays of champagne. The music drifted softly, and for a brief moment, the air was calm. Until a familiar voice cut through the harmony.
"Well, Mr. Ye," Zhang Wei sneered, approaching with Lin Qingxue on his arm, "I have to admit, you clean up better than I expected."
Ye Tian turned to them slowly, his gaze unreadable. "And you managed not to trip over your ego on the way here. Impressive."
Before more words could be exchanged, the system chimed.
[DING!] Mission Complete: Earn Her Trust
Target: Lin Xueyao
Favorability: 80 (Like)
Reward Unlocked: High-Grade Skill — Medical Knowledge
+500,000 Yuan credited to your account
Ye Tian's mind buzzed briefly as a flood of advanced medical knowledge settled into his memory—diagnostics, surgical techniques, pharmacology. As if he'd spent a decade in top medical schools.
Zhang Wei was blooming with anger but Ye Tian's was focused on the system.
[Daily Special – 02:19:42 Remaining]
Mid-Grade Skill: Cosmetic Mastery – ¥1,000,000
Status: Not Purchased
Ye Tian smirked. Another reward collected. Another piece of the puzzle in place.
He was just about to consider purchasing the Cosmetic Mastery skill when an urgent cry cut through the music.
"Grandpa! Grandpa—he's not breathing!"
Heads turned. A man—elegantly dressed but clearly aged—had collapsed near the center of the hall. His face was pale, eyes rolled back, body limp. The crowd parted swiftly as a young woman, dressed in a long black gown, kneeled beside him with trembling hands.
"Call a doctor!" she cried.
Zhang Wei, always eager to flaunt his superiority, stepped forward. "Someone get the hotel's staff medic—wait, don't touch him!" His voice rose. "He needs professionals. Nobody try anything or you'll make it worse!"
Ye Tian narrowed his eyes and walked forward without hesitation.
"Oh no," Lin Qingxue muttered sarcastically. "Look who's trying to play hero now."
Zhang Wei scoffed. "Ye Tian, don't embarrass yourself. What are you gonna do? Give him a motivational speech?"
Some laughed.
But the young woman, eyes filled with desperation, looked up at Ye Tian. "Can you help him?"
Ye Tian didn't answer her—he was already checking the elder's pulse, lifting his eyelids, tilting his chin back. The years of detailed knowledge from the freshly absorbed Medical Knowledge skill poured into his mind like a tide.
"He's going into cardiac arrest. I need someone to support his head. And clear space around me. Now."
Zhang Wei laughed, louder. "Listen to him! Playing doctor now? Maybe he learned it on TikTok!"
Ye Tian ignored him. His fingers moved with precision—chest compressions, pulse monitoring, a perfectly timed series of pressure manipulations. Gasps echoed through the ballroom as the seriousness of the situation set in.
The old man convulsed once—then exhaled sharply. A long, rasping breath. His eyelids fluttered. Life had returned.
The granddaughter broke into tears. "Grandpa! Grandpa, you're awake!"
A system notification rang in Ye Tian's head:
> [System Triggered: Hidden Legacy Unlocked]
You have proven your worth under scrutiny.
Hidden Identity Unlocked: Phantom Healer
Status: Legendary Underground Doctor
Access Level: Top-Tier Medical Network
Reward: Full Ownership — Qinglong Private Hospital (Valuation: $400 million)
New System Store Section Unlocked: Advanced Medical Research & Equipment
Your legend begins where others doubted you.
Ye Tian calmly stood, brushing his sleeves as murmurs erupted from the crowd. Several doctors who had rushed in now paused, stunned at what had just happened.
A few recognized the technique.
"Wait… wasn't that an ancient pressure manipulation method?"
"Where the hell did he learn that?!"
Even Zhang Wei stood frozen, mouth slightly open. Lin Qingxue's expression had drained of all color ,As they don't know what happened.
The granddaughter quickly stood and bowed deeply. "Sir, I—I don't even know your name, but you saved my Grandfather. Thank you. Please, can I know who you are?"
Ye Tian gave a small smile. "Just someone who knows a bit of medicine."
And remember to take a proper checkup at hospital.
He turned to walk away, Lin Xueyao following in silence until they reached a quieter corner of the hall.
"Ye Tian… what was that?" she asked, eyes wide with disbelief and awe.
He didn't answer directly. As he just gave her a smile ,the system window opened again before him.
> [New Task Triggered: Help your sister
Objective:Help your sister by helping her make perfume.
Reward : Ownership of Lingjia sea resort
Networth: ¥800 Million Yaun
Status: In Progress<
He smiled to himself. "Just the beginning."
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End of Chapter 13..