Chapter 3 - 3 3 A Bet

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3: Chapter 3 A Bet 3: Chapter 3 A Bet “Everyone knows that Rascal Chen’s mother is formidable! She has cured many of our illnesses and protected our Taiping. Without her, we might have fallen long ago. Bai Lian, don’t be blind and deliberately act contrary to me, Aunt Qiu. Think about it, what use is Liu Hun?” Aunt Qiu spoke earnestly, believing her words were enough to be moving. Rascal Chen wanted to say something else, but he found Liu Hun was already holding Mao’er, beginning his examination. Wasn’t this clearly undermining him in front of everyone? Wasn’t this a direct provocation? Daring to be so arrogant in front of him, wasn’t he afraid of being expelled from Wanbao Village? “How is it?” Bai Lian slightly furrowed her brows. Liu Hun shook his head. As soon as he held the child, he could feel a coldness within Mao’er’s body. If he wasn’t mistaken, it was due to ingesting something wrong. Feeling that the cold energy hadn’t traversed long within his body, they still had time to save him. If Rascal Chen were to mess around, who knew how long Mao’er would survive. Bai Lian clenched her pinky, enraged, “Rascal Chen, what did you do to my son? Speak up. If you can’t give a proper explanation today, I swear, even if it costs my life, I’ll drag you down to Hell with me.” A woman going mad is terrifying, as every man knows. Seeing Bai Lian’s red eyes for the first time, resembling a demon from Hell, he was genuinely afraid. He couldn’t obtain Bai Lian and knew she was close to Liu Hun, his jealousy burned. Even if he couldn’t have her, he wouldn’t let Liu Hun have her either. He glared at Liu Hun, wondering what charm this guy had used on the girl to make her always side with him. “I really think you shouldn’t bother. What is he? What does he know? When my mother was healing and saving people, he didn’t even know where he was. Look at how young he is. How much capability does he have? Just because he learned a few books and treated some patients with a few doctors years ago? Compared to my mother, she’s so much more powerful and capable! You’d better find her!” Rascal Chen was discontented. “Spit! Rascal Chen, look in the mirror and see your face, what are you? Don’t think that just because you have an eye on me, you can act crazy in front of me? You can’t pretend to be an elephant by sticking two scallions up your nose! Liu Hun is truly talented and knowledgeable!” Bai Lian sneered at Rascal Chen in despair, yanking Liu Hun’s hand. Liu Hun was speechless. Watching Bai Lian and Rascal Chen argue, he kept a straight face, not knowing what to do standing here! Now, being pulled by Qin Yunlan like this, anyone could see there was something between them. Of course, he admitted he was interested, but being a person of principles, he firmly rejected such notions! Mao’er’s condition was peculiar. If one falls ill from eating wrongly, they either vomit or have diarrhea. Either way, once the ingested bad stuff was expelled, everything would be fine. However, Mao’er’s body was weakened by coldness, making it impossible for him to vomit. But diarrhea might still be possible. The issue was, not knowing how to medicate made it difficult to proceed. Too much medication might cause side effects for Mao’er, but using none could lead him to Hell before long. Liu Hun patted his forehead, knowing what to do, but unsure of the dosage to use. Seeing Liu Hun’s troubled expression, Rascal Chen saw an opportunity and teased with a laugh, “Everyone, take a look at Liu Hun’s expression. Doesn’t he look like Diao Chan in a play, seized by Cao Cao, while Lv Bu is furious yet helpless?” Hearing this, quite a few villagers who enjoyed opera burst into laughter. Liu Hun’s flustered expression amused them. Being ridiculed was common, and being criticized was something he expected. Entrusted by someone, he couldn’t let them down. No matter the cold remarks, he had to grit his teeth and endure. A cold sensation spread from within him, Liu Hun furrowed his brows slightly. He could feel something akin to True Qi flowing in his Dantian. A voice suddenly arose in his mind, “The righteous energy fills the universe, my Dao renews daily.” This voice? Wasn’t it from that ancient book he had dug up earlier? The voice rang in his mind like an ancient bell, filled with solemnity. “Stop, stop it all!” Liu Hun took a deep breath, speaking low. As he clenched his fists, the voice in his mind completely faded. At this moment, observing Liu Hun’s painful expression, Rascal Chen felt even giddier, “Look at this suppressed expression, these eyes, am I right? Can he still treat illnesses like this? Can he help Bai Lian? Impossible, he’s just spouting nonsense!” “Rascal Chen, I think you’d better hold your tongue. He has real talent. Even if he can’t save my son, he’s still better than you!” Bai Lian said discontentedly. “Oh? Really? Then let’s see if he can save your son. If he can’t, shall I help you? Don’t worry, I’m very reasonable and won’t overcharge you! Just come to my house once and cook for me and my mom,” Rascal Chen said, ogling Bai Lian from head to toe, eyes nearly popping out. There was no denying Bai Lian’s petite and exquisite figure, he wondered how many years of blessings her late husband had accumulated. “Get lost!” Bai Lian quivered with anger. “Hahaha! Get lost? That’s not up to you. The villagers are all watching! You don’t want your son to die, do you? After all, I’ll even give Liu Hun a chance, let’s see if this guy has true talent. If not? Hehe...” Rascal Chen stroked his chin, showing Bai Lian a lewd grin, “You’ll come home with me.” “Shameless!” Bai Lian accused, pointing a finger at Rascal Chen. Publicly teasing her in front of so many people was a humiliation she couldn’t swallow! She couldn’t fight Rascal Chen and had no way to deal with him. Not only did conservative old women protect Rascal Chen, but he was also among the first to become wealthy in the village. Liu Hun chuckled coldly, “Do you want to bet with me?”

Chapter 3 - 3 3 A Bet

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