Chapter 12 Hubris

Madam Li was taken aback, not daring to show anger, but instead trembling in fear. The other members of the Li family were also quaking in fear. The Situ family found it effortless to deal with the Li family. By simply making a statement, anyone who sided with the Li family would be deemed an enemy of the Situ family, ensuring the Li family's financial ruin that very day. "Mr. Situ... we were mistaken," Madam Li trembled as she apologized. "Smack!" Situ Yuan slapped Madam Li across the face once more. "Quickly return the ginseng to Mr. Ye," he demanded. Madam Li, seething with anger, reluctantly handed the ginseng back to Ye Chengfeng. Ye Chengfeng calmly explained, "Do you know why I was willing to give you the ginseng? It's because I foresaw this exact scenario unfolding." Madam Li's eyes turned red as she gritted her teeth, "You just wait, I will..." "Smack!" "Are you still threatening Mr. Ye?" Situ Yuan didn't hold back and slapped her again. Madam Li was on the verge of losing control. She wanted to fight back, but she didn't dare. Her chest heaved violently as she struggled to contain her anger and offered a low voice of apology, "I was wrong." "If this happens again, the Li family will face bankruptcy." After a cold snort, Situ Yuan respectfully turned to Ye Chengfeng and said, "Mr. Ye, please." Ye Chengfeng nodded and followed him into the car as they departed. "Ah, Ye Chengfeng, I won't let you get away with this!" Madam Li screamed in anger, sounding like a madwoman. Today was truly a disaster. Initially, they thought the Situ family was coming for Ye Chengfeng. Little did they know that the Situ family was actually there to invite him. They even reclaimed the ginseng and physically assaulted her. How humiliating. Li Wende's expression darkened as he inquired, "Mother, what do we do now?" Madam Li's eyes flashed with resentment as she gritted her teeth, "Inform Master Gao of everything. We can't handle this; let the Gao family take care of it." "Ye Chengfeng, I wish for your demise!" In the car, Situ Yuan's face was filled with regret. "I apologize for my actions earlier. Will it impact your life?" Ye Chengfeng responded calmly, "It's fine. When the Li family married Wanrou to Gao Yuan for their own gain, I harbored resentment towards them." Situ Yuan suddenly took a sharp breath, his expression darkening. He knew the kind of person Gao Yuan was and the consequences of marrying him. "Damn it, if I had known, I would have slapped that old lady!" Ye Chengfeng waved his hand, "Enough, tell me what's going on." Though Situ Yuan didn't fully trust Ye Chengfeng, he believed in his father, Situ Hanlin's words. "Mr. Ye, how skilled are you in medicine?" Ye Chengfeng replied nonchalantly, "Just a bit." "Please help, my father has been suffering from symptoms for years and had a sudden attack today. While your prescription has helped, his condition is deteriorating rapidly." Ye Chengfeng mocked, "Now you believe me?" Situ Yuan's face displayed shame as he apologized repeatedly, "I'm sorry." Ye Chengfeng stated calmly, "I can save your father, but if he doesn't disclose the whereabouts of the remnants of the Black Dragon Army, don't blame me for being ruthless." The Black Dragon War God, possessing exceptional medical skills. Life in one hand, death in the other. Being able to save lives also meant having the ability to take them. The massacre of the Black Dragon Army by friendly forces years ago haunted Ye Chengfeng. To clear the Black Dragon Army's name, he spared no effort. Anyone who dared deceive him regarding the Black Dragon Army would face consequences. Situyuan still thought that Ye Chengfeng was exaggerating, mainly because Ye Chengfeng was so young! Even though he could identify the symptoms, could he really solve the issue that stumped countless doctors? "Mr. Ye, do you truly believe you can succeed?" Ye Chengfeng remained composed and replied calmly, "If I fail to cure him, then you can start preparing a coffin." "You..." Situyuan's expression darkened instantly. He hadn't anticipated Ye Chengfeng's impolite demeanor! Nevertheless, talk is cheap! The real test lies in whether he can truly save lives! Situyuan Manor. Guided by Situyuan, Ye Chengfeng strolled through the artificial lake, rock formations, and the vast courtyard towards the main hospital building. "Is the master seeing other physicians?" Before entering, Situyuan overheard voices inside and inquired with the guards. "Young master, it's your brother, Situ Ming." The guard responded respectfully. Situyuan furrowed his brow slightly and escorted Ye Chengfeng into the ward. Inside the ward, there were two individuals beside the bed, an elderly man and a young man. At that moment, although Situ Hanlin's breathing was feeble, he appeared to be in better condition than before. An elderly man beside him was preparing medicine. "Father." Situyuan entered and greeted. "You've returned." Situhanglin gazed at Ye Chengfeng with a glimmer of excitement in his eyes. "This must be the owner of the prescription!" "Who is this?" Situming, the second son assisting him, scowled at Ye Chengfeng. "This is Ye Chengfeng, the divine healer father sent me to find!" Situyuan stated casually, showing displeasure towards his younger brother. "Haha, big brother, you're amusing me." "Just him, with a pale complexion and frail body, almost on the brink of death, to see father, are you trying to kill him?" "You should rest. I have sought assistance from many individuals and invited the renowned doctor Bai Shenyi from Longdu to attend to father!" Situming introduced the white-haired elderly man before him with a sense of pride. Situyuan was taken aback. He had heard of Bai Shenyi, a highly esteemed divine healer in Longdu! He had attempted to reach out to him on numerous occasions, but due to Bai Shenyi's exclusivity, he had been unsuccessful. Unexpectedly, Situming had beaten him to the punch this time. "Enough, cease this argument." Situhanglin interjected swiftly, looking at Ye Chengfeng and remarked, "You possess remarkable skills, being able to discern that the medicine wouldn't aid me. Impressive!" Ye Chengfeng remained impassive, glanced at everyone, and stated, "Clear the area?" There were too many bystanders present, and the Black Dragon Army was still considered a rebel force, so he desired to converse privately. "What are you insinuating!" Bai Shenyi furrowed his brow, glanced at Ye Chengfeng, then shifted his gaze to Situ Hanlin. "Mr. Situ, you are not poisoned, rather years of exhaustion have led to your physical decline. I simply need to utilize silver needles to stimulate your body's potential, followed by potent tonics. You will see improvement in a matter of days!" "Doctor Bai truly lives up to his reputation!" Situ Ming immediately knelt down, offering flattery. Situyuan furrowed his brow, gazing at Ye Chengfeng. "Mr. Ye, what is your opinion?" "No need for his services!" Situming cut in, disregarding Situyuan and sneering, "Since Doctor Bai has spoken, we should proceed with the treatment!" Situyuan's frown deepened, but he refrained from commenting further, simply observing Ye Chengfeng. Ye Chengfeng remained stoic, silent, solely focusing on Situ Hanlin. "Enough, I shall commence the treatment now, do not disturb me!" Bai Shenyi interrupted everyone, producing a jade box. "I have administered the acupuncture, only one needle remains!" Upon opening it, a potent medicinal aroma filled the room! "Is this a medicinal needle?" Situ Hanlin was astonished. The medicinal needle was crafted from a blend of precious herbs, a powerful tonic needle. The needle was incredibly delicate, requiring a skilled practitioner! "Yes, with this needle, Mr. Situ's ailment will be cured!" Bai Shenyi declared, casting a disdainful glance at Ye Chengfeng. How dare a young man like him treat Situ Hanlin, especially considering he was allegedly poisoned. Absurd! Just as he was about to insert the needle, Ye Chengfeng interrupted. "If I proceed with this injection, it will be fatal. Therefore, you might as well reveal what you were going to say before."