Ma Yuanzhi frowned, "Dad, are you saying that the main branch has found out our whereabouts? Why won't they let us go after all these years?"
Ma Tianfeng sighed deeply, his tone full of worry, "We took away the main branch's biggest secret; they definitely won't let us off easily. These past years, we've lived a peaceful life under assumed names, but since their people have come to Jiangzhou, it proves our family has been exposed. But thinking about it, it's not surprising. We rely on teaching boxing to make a living. While there are many who know Xingyi Fist in the country, there aren't that many. If they search family by family, they'll eventually find us."
"So be it. Let them find us then."
Seeing his father so worried, Ma Yuanzhi almost hit herself. Why did she have to mention people from the main branch? Immediately she consoled, "Dad, don't worry too much. If this secret was really that important, we wouldn't have gotten away back then. Besides, maybe that person just happened to pass by Jiangzhou. There are so many martial arts schools in Jiangzhou, it's unlikely they would find us just by coincidence."
Ma Tianfeng shook his head, "No matter the situation, we should stay vigilant. In the coming days, let's try not to go out if possible."
"We'll find a way around the mountain when we get to it; let's take it one step at a time."
...
Jiangzhou College of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
After hosting a farewell party for the instructors, the military training concluded successfully. Now they're just waiting for the official start of the school year.
"Chuan, where did you go before the farewell party started? I saw you heading towards the office building," Zhang Dabiao asked with curiosity.
"Oh, I just went to the bathroom," Li Chuan couldn't admit he sneaked off to meet with Zhao Qingyao.
Though it was only a short time, just over ten minutes, it was incredibly exhilarating, especially hearing the bustling sounds from the corridor outside while he was in the room separated by just a door, engaging in dual cultivation with their so-called goddess, Zhao Qingyao. Others simply wouldn't understand this feeling.
"Hey, you've been acting all mysterious lately. By the way, those guys from the other day, they didn't come back to cause you trouble, did they?" Wang Jun nudged Li Chuan's shoulder.
Li Chuan waved his hand dismissively, "No way, after they saw how tough I am, they were scared out of their wits."
"Hey, did you see the host just now? That face, that figure, simply unbeatable. If I could sleep with her even once, I'd be willing to shave ten years off my life!" Zhang Dabiao said, grinning lecherously.
Li Chuan: "..."
Isn't Zhang Dabiao talking about Zhao Qingyao?
They'd never imagine that their goddess had just been under him, enjoying herself not long ago.
She wasn't satisfied and said they'd do it again in the car after the event ended!
After these dual cultivations, Zhao Qingyao's body had completely recovered. Today they had also agreed to go to the hospital for a check-up.
"Alright, you guys have fun. I have something to do later, so I won't join you guys," Li Chuan said his goodbyes to Zhang Dabiao and Wang Jun, walking towards the school gate.
"This guy's acting weird. Could it be that he's being kept by some rich woman?" Zhang Dabiao looked suspicious.
"No way, Chuan isn't like you, Zhang Dabiao," Wang Jun retorted.
Now that Li Chuan had conflicts with Three-blade Hall, it was better not to get too close to Zhang Dabiao and Wang Jun, to avoid dragging them into it.
Just as he reached the school gate, Zhao Qingyao's car just happened to park. Without much thought, Li Chuan opened the car door and got in.
Zhao Qingyao didn't say a word, just stepped on the gas pedal.
She just wanted to go for a recheck at the hospital and then take Li Chuan home. The recent office encounter had completely aroused her desire; she now just wanted to engulf Li Chuan into her body again!
But unexpectedly, as soon as they reached the hospital, they ran into Sun Lianting.
Sun Lianting, being a professor at the School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, also holds a post at Jiangzhou City Central Hospital where he sees patients.
Every Friday afternoon is his consultation time.
Moreover, many patients prefer to book an appointment with him.
Seeing Zhao Qingyao and Li Chuan also at the hospital, Sun Lianting couldn't be bothered to greet them; he turned on his heels and walked away with a gloomy face.
"That bastard," Zhao Qingyao gritted her teeth.
"Let's go, Sister Qingyao, don't bother with such scum," Li Chuan chuckled.
"No rush, let's go sit with your Sister Bing first," Zhao Qingyao smiled.
Sister Bing was Ouyang Bing, the exquisite woman who had gone to Song Hanzhang's place to play Mahjong.
"Oh, alright."
As the two walked towards Ouyang Bing's office, a scowling Sun Lianting turned the corner and came out from the corridor.
"Li Chuan! And you, Zhao Qingyao, you bitch! Sooner or later, I'll make you both kneel before me and sing 'Conquer'!" Sun Lianting spat venomously.
"Professor Sun, there you are! The Lan family grandfather and grandson have been waiting for you for a long time!"
A nurse wearing a white coat was hurriedly walking when she saw Sun Lianting and approached him with a look of relief as if seeing a savior.
At the mention of the Lan family grandfather and grandson, Sun Lianting's body trembled lightly, and his legs started to shake.
The Lan family grandfather and grandson were shareholders of the Seven Bowls Tea House over on Old Street. They had vast connections and influence, and they were not someone you wanted to antagonize.
The key issue was that Old Master Lan had been a detective before; during a mountain drug raid mission, he took three bullets. The fragments hadn't been fully removed, and one was lodged in his spine, causing him frequent painful episodes. He often sought acupuncture to alleviate the pain.
As if that wasn't troublesome enough, the most distressing part for Sun Lianting was that Old Master Lan always brought his grandson along. The grandson had a mental illness and often went into violent episodes, during which he'd hit people. The kid was extraordinarily strong, and Sun Lianting had been assaulted several times.
But since the kid was mentally ill and well-connected, Sun Lianting couldn't refuse treatment.
The thought of treating the Lan family grandfather and grandson made Sun Lianting one hundred times reluctant.
While hesitating, he suddenly thought of Li Chuan and immediately had an idea, "Oh, Zhu, I have another very important patient today. Why don't you take the Lan family grandfather and grandson to Director Ouyang's office? A divine doctor is there today, far more skilled than I am. Have him take a look."
The little madman from the Lan family liked to hit people when he went crazy. It was the perfect opportunity to teach Li Chuan a lesson using someone else's hand!
Sure, Li Chuan could fight, even the Three-blade Hall people were no match for him.
But being able to fight and being allowed to fight are two different things!
Where is this?
This is a hospital!
This is not the place for brawling!
And you're hitting a patient on top of that!
Jianghu matters should be resolved in Jianghu, but this isn't Jianghu, nor is it some gang fight.
If Li Chuan dared to make a move, then you simply call the police!
...
"Hey, what are you two doing here together?" Ouyang Bing asked with an amused expression upon seeing Zhao Qingyao and Li Chuan, "Qingyao, did you really eat up this young piece of meat?"