Chapter 83: An Unexpected Discovery

“Dad, I’d like to stay and keep an eye on Mom’s condition.”

“Uncle, I’d like to stay and help take care of Auntie as well.”

Faced with the concern of their son and Hao Lei, Lu Guofu and his wife could not contain their joy.

“Very well, you two can stay,” Lu Guofu agreed, not insisting otherwise but going along with his son's request.

At that moment, Zhang Shen, who was preparing to treat the patient, turned to Wang Xiaoli and said, “Madam’s sensation of burning in the chest arises from both internal and external causes.”

“Divine Doctor, what do you mean by that?”

“The internal factor refers to what has troubled Madam most, but that has now been resolved. The external factor pertains to an old ailment.”

Upon hearing that it concerned Wang Xiaoli’s injured eye, Lu Guofu shuddered involuntarily.

“Divine Doctor, what treatment should we pursue now?”

“No need to worry. Now that Madam’s emotional troubles are resolved, only her old ailment remains. Please be patient, Mr. Lu.”

Hearing Zhang Shen’s calm and collected words, Lu Guofu placed all his hopes on him.

“Madam, I’m going to use silver needles around the bandaged area by your eye. If you feel any discomfort, please let me know.”

Wang Xiaoli nodded. “Now that my heart’s wish is fulfilled, how could there be any more pain?”

Zhang Shen retrieved four silver needles, channeled his inner energy through his palm, and inserted the needles around her injured eye. After a short while, he removed them and said, “Madam Lu has just experienced great joy and has only just been treated. The energy within her body has not yet fully circulated, so she may wake later than most.”

“Thank you, Divine Doctor!” Lu Guofu bowed to Zhang Shen.

“Mr. Lu, you are too courteous. This is simply a healer’s duty.”

Looking at Wang Xiaoli lying on the bed, Lu Guofu turned to his son, “Ming, stay here and look after your mother. I have something to discuss with the Divine Doctor.”

“All right, Dad.”

Although Lu Ming was curious about what matter required his father’s privacy, he knew now was not the time to ask questions. For him, a major event in his life had finally been settled.

Meanwhile, Lu Guofu led Zhang Shen to his study. Although Zhang Shen was puzzled by this, he chose to go along with the flow.

Upon entering, Zhang Shen noticed a striking Nine-Dragon Cauldron on the desk and couldn't help but ask, “Mr. Lu, this piece looks extraordinary.”

Hearing this, Lu Guofu carefully lifted the Nine-Dragon Cauldron and said, “It seems today this cauldron has finally found its true master.”

Zhang Shen was puzzled—could this cauldron have some connection to him?

“Mr. Lu, what do you mean by that?”

Realizing his words may have caused confusion, Lu Guofu quickly explained, “Divine Doctor, don’t misunderstand. I acquired this cauldron at an auction when I was in the jewelry business.”

“If you got it at an auction, how could it have anything to do with me?”

“Allow me to explain. Though I bought the cauldron, the elixir within it may be of use to you.”

Elixirs were, of course, highly alluring to Zhang Shen.

“What kind of elixir is it?”

“It was refined by my father-in-law and is called the Fire Spirit Pill. It is said to resist toxins within the body, but must be stored in a golden vessel. That’s why I spent a fortune on this cauldron and have kept the pill inside.”

“Fire Spirit Pill?” Zhang Shen searched his memory but could not recall any records of such a pill. He asked, “Mr. Lu, do you know its ingredients?”

Being a businessman, Lu Guofu had no interest in the specifics of elixirs and shook his head.

Seeing this, Zhang Shen did not press further and asked, “Mr. Lu, are you offering me this Fire Spirit Pill?”

Lu Guofu nodded. “The Divine Doctor is half right. Not only the Fire Spirit Pill, but also the Nine-Dragon Cauldron—I wish to give them both to you. You are the savior of our whole family.”

Such lavish gifts made Zhang Shen hesitate, but since the pill could counteract toxins, it might be useful for Jiang Muyun. Thinking of her, he began to worry for the girl again.

“Mr. Lu, since you offer it so sincerely, I will accept it for now. If you ever require my assistance, I will do everything in my power to help.”

Lu Guofu saw Zhang Shen’s grave expression and understood that the Fire Spirit Pill was indeed useful to him.

“Divine Doctor, you are too formal.”

Just then, as the two discussed the Fire Spirit Pill, Lu Ming knocked at the study door.

“Dad, come quickly—Mom has woken up!”

Hearing that his wife was awake, Lu Guofu hurried to the room without another thought and looked at Wang Xiaoli.

“Xiaoli, you’re awake. How do you feel?”

“All right. Where is the Divine Doctor?”

Zhang Shen, standing nearby, replied, “Madam, I am here.”

“Today, it was truly thanks to the Divine Doctor that my many years of sorrow were resolved. Our family will never forget this kindness.”

To Zhang Shen, he had merely facilitated a union and performed a bit of acupuncture, yet now the Lu family was giving him cauldrons and pills, and Madam Lu was so heartfelt in her gratitude. He found himself at a loss.

“Madam Lu, since you are well, we’ll take our leave for now. In a few days, I’ll return to continue your treatment.”

“Thank you, Divine Doctor.”

Since he had accepted the Lu family's generous gifts, Zhang Shen knew he must shoulder more responsibility, though he dared not make promises lightly. Regarding Wang Xiaoli’s condition, he could only do his best.

“Ming, see the Divine Doctor and his friends out.”

With that, Lu Ming led Zhang Shen and the others downstairs. Soon, they were back in their original seats in the car. Before returning to the school, Zhang Shen even stopped by a nearby supermarket to buy some snacks.

A dozen minutes later, Lu Ming’s car pulled up at the school. Zhang Shen and his friends, being tactful, got out at once and headed straight for their dormitory. As for Lu Ming and Hao Lei, the teachers, they had no more to worry about—now that both families had given their blessing, what obstacles could remain on their path? All that was left was to prepare for the wedding.

Back in the dormitory, Ye Qiong and Wang Ying immediately began gossiping about the day’s events. When Zhang Shen entered, he was greeted by the sound of Meng Ran munching on potato chips.