diskusbooks Chapter 171 Each with their own ulterior motives
Chapter 171 Each with their own ulterior motives
When Xiao Chen returned to the Xiao family, he gave only perfunctory answers to their questions and did not reveal anything.
“Everyone has their own secrets. If you don’t want to talk about them, then so be it,” Xiao Yuanshan said seriously.
"I originally thought that my Xiao family could be a support for you, but now it seems that the Xiao family can't help you much. In the future, we will have to rely on you..." he said with a self-deprecating smile.
"I appreciate the kindness and loyalty of the Xiao family, and I will not slack off when it's time to lend a hand," Xiao Chen replied.
With those words from him, Xiao Yuanshan felt much more at ease, his expression full of relief.
Because he had already understood one thing.
Xiao Chen is not a young dragon that needs to be protected; he is already a dragon emerging from the abyss.
“There’s another matter. The former patriarch of the Zhong family, the number one family in Jiang City, is an old friend of mine. He has recently fallen seriously ill, and I heard that he was poisoned. He has consulted many doctors, but nothing has worked, and he is about to die. Could you please treat him?” Xiao Yuanshan asked tentatively.
"The Zhong family offered very generous terms, and we shouldn't refuse such a great favor."
Xiao Chen raised an eyebrow and said, "Since it's the old man's request, I'll go take a look."
"Very good." Xiao Yuanshan nodded with a smile, a sly glint in his eyes.
As soon as Xiao Chen agreed, he urged Xiao Chen to go to the Zhong family immediately, saying that the person was dying.
In the afternoon, Dongfang Ruyi returned silently, gave Xiao Chen a meaningful look, and remained silent otherwise.
Xiao Chen guessed that she must have gone to see the ruins of the Tong family, but he didn't explain. He just told her to carry the medicine box and go to the Zhong family with him.
The Zhong family is the most prominent family in Jiang City.
According to Xiao Yuanshan, the Zhong family is also a martial arts family with a long history, and they have also developed comprehensively in business and officialdom, thus becoming the number one family in Jiang City.
"The old patriarch of the Zhong family was the strongest person in Jiang City. He was famous in the martial arts world in his early years. How could someone like him be poisoned..." Dongfang Ruyi explained to Xiao Chen.
Xiao Chen understood what she meant.
It is clear that someone did this intentionally.
Upon arriving at the Zhong family's door, Xiao Chen explained his purpose.
"This is the doctor invited by Old Master Xiao. Please come with me." The butler led the two to the Zhong family's living room.
Xiao Chen and Dongfang Ruyi entered the Zhong family's living room and found it to be very lively.
The people in the living room also turned their gazes over, their eyes exchanging a tense exchange.
Four people are sitting on the left.
Xiao Yichen, Song Yucheng, Song Wenjie, and an old man with a sage-like demeanor.
Three unfamiliar faces were sitting on the right.
Upon seeing Dongfang Ruyi carrying a medicine box, the group frowned.
"What? You're not here to treat Old Master Zhong's illness either, are you?" Song Wenjie said sarcastically.
"What kind of world is this? Can anyone become a doctor now? They even let in uninvited guests. The Zhong family is really generous."
"This Mr. Xiao Chen is a physician recommended by the Xiao family. Old Master Xiao is a good friend of our master," the butler said with a smile.
Song Wenjie remained silent with a dark expression.
"Please take a seat, both of you." The butler invited Xiao Chen and his companion to sit down to the side.
"Those people are from the Song family. They've invited Tang Qingtang, the most famous physician in Jiangnan, who is about to become a leading figure in the field..."
"On the other side are renowned doctors from overseas."
The butler gave the two a brief introduction.
Xiao Chen glanced at the venerable old man from the Song family.
Quasi-Grandmaster level...
If it weren't for the emergence of a medical sage a few years ago, the title of "Grandmaster" would have been the highest level of physician in the Xia Kingdom.
The Song family really couldn't invite someone of that caliber.
It's estimated that Xiao Yichen used the power of the Heavenly King Palace to summon them.
The purpose is obvious: to win over the Zhong family and have them used by the Heavenly King Palace.
As for the three people on the right...
Xiao Chen glanced at it and frowned slightly.
The three people gave him a familiar feeling.
All three had cold expressions, giving off an unapproachable vibe, and exuding a faint murderous aura.
Although they were trying to conceal it, Xiao Chen could still sense their presence.
They were all formidable martial artists.
One of them, in particular, was at the peak of the second tier of the King level, even stronger than Xiao Yuanshan...
After a moment's thought, Xiao Chen had the answer.
This aura is very similar to that of an S-rank Lightbringer from the Illuminati.
"The Illuminati has also started to take action. What are they planning to do?" Xiao Chen's gaze turned slightly cold.
After several failed missions, they were overly eager to make a big move.
They definitely didn't come here with the intention of treating Old Master Zhong's illness.
Of the three groups, only Xiao Chen was invited by Xiao Yuanshan; the other two groups each had their own ulterior motives.
The atmosphere in the living room was already very stiff before the Zhong family members even appeared.
Xiao Chen and Dongfang Ruyi remained calm and composed, while the three members of the Illuminati closed their eyes to rest. Song Yucheng's gaze was sinister, and it was unclear what he was thinking.
Song Wenjie stared greedily at Dongfang Ruyi, while Xiao Yichen was also observing her, his eyes filled with amazement.
Not long after, people from the Zhong family arrived.
"I'm so sorry to have kept you all waiting." A middle-aged man led his entourage into the living room and clasped his hands in greeting.
He was followed by several key members of the Zhong family, including a girl in her early twenties who was very beautiful and eye-catching.
"As the head of the Zhong family, I sincerely welcome you all. The old man's illness is entirely in your care..." The head of the Zhong family bowed to the group again, showing no airs whatsoever.
"Brother Zhong, what are you saying? Our two families are old friends. With the old man on the verge of death, my Song family will do everything in our power. That's why Young Master Yichen has invited Physician Tang Qing for us!" Song Yucheng smiled and returned the greeting with a cupped hand.
"This is wonderful!" The Zhong family members beamed with joy.
Tang Qing was about to be promoted to a top-level physician, so they naturally tried to invite him, but they couldn't get him to come.
"This young master Yichen..."
“He comes from the Xiao family in the southern city. He is one of the Xiao family’s promising talents and is being closely watched by the main family in the capital,” Song Yucheng immediately introduced.
"I've heard that Old Master Zhong is a chivalrous and righteous man, but unfortunately he was harmed by villains. I am indignant about this, so I specially invited Physician Tang to come and save him, hoping to establish a good relationship with the Zhong family." Xiao Yichen smiled and cupped his hands, displaying the demeanor of a humble young gentleman.
"Thank you for your kind words." The head of the Zhong family expressed his gratitude.
“We are from an overseas conglomerate. We heard that the Zhong family is offering a reward, so we have come to apply,” the three members of the Illuminati said calmly as they stood up.
The head of the Zhong family also exchanged some polite words.
"These two were invited by the patriarch of the Xiao family," the butler introduced Xiao Chen and his companion to the Zhong family.
The Zhong family members glanced at the two of them, saying nothing but showing a slight change in expression.
They are too young.
They're so young that it's hard to trust them.
After all, experience is extremely important in the medical profession. Which of the most famous doctors of our time is not over fifty?
The older one appears, the more convincing they are.
"You're too kind, Old Master Xiao. Then we'll have to trouble you both." The head of the Zhong family bowed to the two of them as usual, showing no sign of disrespect.
"Whichever of you can cure the old man, you will be a great benefactor to the Zhong family. In the future, if you need anything, the Zhong family will do its utmost!" the Zhong family head said solemnly.
This is the promise of the leading family in Jiang City.