Chapter 144 - 143, Your Smile Hasn’t Disappeared, It’s Just Moved to My Face_2

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Chapter 144: Chapter 143, Your Smile Hasn’t Disappeared, It’s Just Moved to My Face_2 Elder Master Mi grabbed the phone from his hand and said, "Your dad can’t lose, don’t listen to him," then hung up the call. "Xiao Xu, come and show Old Dog how to fish without a rod or float," Elder Master Mi said with a smile, looking at Xu Wendong. "This is nothing serious," Xu Wendong replied as he cast the hook into the lake and quietly squatted by the shore. A minute later, a slight tug on his fishing line prompted him to pull it in, and he effortlessly hauled out a carp weighing over a pound with his bare hands. The elderly man in the wheelchair was stunned, "Hey, the young fellow’s got some skills!" "It’s just alright," Xu Wendong said, not modest at all, as fishing was definitely one of his talents. Elder Master Mi suddenly said, "Xiao Xu, you mentioned you’re a Chinese medicine practitioner. Why don’t you take a look at this old fellow’s legs and give him some rehabilitation and healthcare?" He was impressed with Xu Wendong and wanted to help him out, but he needed to see if Xu Wendong was worth the effort. Xu Wendong washed his hands and then came to the wheelchair to check the senior’s legs. Casually, he said something that made both their scalps tingle, "Femoral head necrosis, a minor ailment, I can fix it!" "You said femoral head necrosis is a minor ailment?" Elder Master Mi gasped, his eyes showing a hint of disappointment, thinking Xu Wendong was too cocky. The elderly man in the wheelchair let out a bitter laugh, "If femoral head necrosis is a minor ailment, why would I be relying on a wheelchair?" Xu Wendong said, "Femoral head necrosis isn’t considered a severe condition medically. In its early stages, it can be managed with surgery and medication. But, sir, your condition is quite advanced, hence the wheelchair." Then he extended his hands, using his control over True Qi to massage the senior, "Your condition is indeed a bit tricky now, but for me, it’s just alright." "If you don’t believe me, give me ten minutes, and I guarantee you can take a couple of steps after ten minutes." It was evident that neither of the old men believed Xu Wendong, but they didn’t say anything. Elder Master Mi continued fishing, while the senior in the wheelchair savored the massage by Xu Wendong, "I have to admit, your massage is quite comfortable, much better than the wellness doctors I’ve hired." He turned to Elder Master Mi and said, "Rice Bucket, give me a fishing rod, I’ll fish too." "This rod was a gift from you, where would I have so many fishing rods?" Elder Master Mi said sulkily, unwilling to hand over the rod as he had just caught a fish. The elderly man rolled his eyes and dialed another number, "Xiao Jing, bring my fishing rod to the lakeside." Soon, a maid came with a rod bag packed with expensive fishing rods. Xu Wendong, though inexperienced with such rods, could tell each was worth thousands, even tens of thousands. Thus, the two old men sat side by side fishing, enjoying the gentle breeze, while Xu Wendong continued massaging the senior. Clearing his throat, Xu Wendong couldn’t resist asking, "Sir, why do you call Elder Master Mi Rice Bucket?" The elderly man chuckled, "Isn’t Mi Gang just another way of saying Rice Bucket?" Xu Wendong was at a loss for words. Could Mi Gang’s name really be interpreted like that? That was quite rude to Elder Master Mi! Elder Master Mi snorted and launched a strong retort, "Yes, my name isn’t very nice, but it’s just a name." "Unlike you, it’s not your name that’s unpleasant, it’s your surname. You Gou family members are called Little Dog when you’re young and become Old Dog when you age!" He laughed unreservedly. "So, you’re Elder Master Gou, pleased to meet you." Xu Wendong hadn’t expected this man to hail from the Gou Family. Having studied in Qingyuan for three years of high school, he knew of the Gou Family, owners of several coal mines, part of the four most prominent families. Their background was even more intimidating than the Mi Family, owing to the wealth accumulated from energy industries. "I’m the fifth in my family. You can call me Fifth Master or even Fifth Brother. Please don’t call me Elder Master Gou; it feels like an insult," said Elder Master Gou, almost in tears. Elder Master Mi chuckled gleefully, "See, the smile on your face hasn’t disappeared; it’s merely transferred to mine." Just as he finished speaking, Elder Master Gou suddenly stood up and raised his fishing rod, shouting excitedly, "I’ve caught a fish! I’ve caught a fish!" As he shouted, he walked aside, as thrilled as a child. "What the hell!" Elder Master Mi was stunned. The old man laughed heartily, "The smile is back on my face. Rice Bucket, I feel like I’m going to break your previous record, wait, where’s my wheelchair?" "Oh my gosh, I’m able to stand? Is it really that miraculous?" At this point, he was dumbfounded, holding onto his fishing rod, forgetting about the fish he caught. His legs had been unable to walk for two years. During those years, he underwent countless rehabilitation therapies and attempted to walk, but all ended in failure. But now, he was walking! In his astonishment, he regained his senses, took a few steps forward, "Oh wow, so smooth, really smooth, this feeling of walking on the ground is truly wonderful, I don’t need to reel in fish from a wheelchair anymore, wait, where’s my fish?" "It got away!" Elder Master Mi laughed, then said, "Old Dog, now that you can walk, shouldn’t you properly thank Xiao Xu?" Elder Master Gou looked at Xu Wendong with gratitude, saying, "Thank you, young friend, for alleviating my condition. Words can’t express my gratitude. If you need anything in the future, feel free to call me." "May I boldly ask, where do you live?" Elder Master Mi explained, "He’s a new neighbor at Villa 95." Elder Master Gou looked surprised, "I never thought that villa would be sold. It’s a good house, but one needs to see if they can handle it!" Xu Wendong casually said, "To me, it’s just a house I chose; it doesn’t hold much more meaning than that." "While that’s true, that house represents status and power," Elder Master Gou said. "But since you’ve healed me, you’re now my benefactor, and I’ll show you due respect." "Yes, Rice Bucket will too," he said, winking at his friend. "Right, you taught me how to fish, so you’re my master. If the master encounters trouble, how can the apprentice ignore it?" Elder Master Mi promptly expressed his stance. He already liked Xu Wendong, and now he was deeply impressed by his medical skills. He sincerely wished to form a deep friendship with him, as wealthy people like them feared illness and death the most. Befriending a Divine Doctor was invaluable to them. They all understood that even though neither the Mi Family nor the Gou Family cared who moved into Villa 95, there would certainly be people who didn’t like Xu Wendong and would surely cause trouble for him. Xu Wendong politely said, "I appreciate both elder gentlemen’s kindness, but I assisted you simply because you’re a patient and I’m a doctor, that’s all. I had no intention of seeking any repayment." "As for any trouble moving into this villa might bring, we’re young and full of Vital Energy, not afraid of those goblins and ghosts!" After a pause, he said, "Elder Master Gou, I’ll prescribe a formula for you. Soak your legs in it three times daily, and I guarantee your legs will fully recover." Elder Master Gou excitedly replied, "Good, good, good!" Xu Wendong picked up his phone and entered the formula, then took his leave from the two old men and headed toward Villa 95 behind them. Having drunk too much before, he was now parched and needed to go back to hydrate. As Xu Wendong walked away, Elder Master Mi’s gaze became profound, "The appearance of this young man gives me a premonition that Qingyuan is about to experience some changes!"

Chapter 144 - 143, Your Smile Hasn’t Disappeared, It’s Just Moved to My Face_2

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