Peerless Divine Doctor in the City of Flowers
Chapter 152: Turning the Bucket Upside Down

Chapter 152: Chapter 152: Turning the Bucket Upside Down

The bustling streets.

Zheng Tianxiang’s luxury car stopped by the roadside.

Zheng Ruhao, the first to get out of the car, hurriedly opened the door.

"Dad, I’ll go in with you."

As he helped the frail Zheng Tianxiang out of the car, Zheng Ruhao expressed his concern.

"Never mind, you better not go in. It’s too crowded and complicated inside; just wait for me in the car," he replied.

Zheng Tianxiang turned to look at Lin Fan behind him.

"Mr. Lin, the people are here. When we go up, I’ll do the talking with them. Our antique business has its own secret code, and there are many taboos. Please, don’t say a word; just follow my lead. Once this deal is done, I’ll be sure to reward you," he said.

"Sure, I’ll listen to you," Lin Fan replied.

Lin Fan didn’t say much.

He was curious to see what this mysterious underworld was all about.

Thus, he followed Zheng Tianxiang in the elevator, heading upstairs.

This wasn’t a restaurant but a tea house typical of the south.

Steam rose from the bamboo steamers as clusters of guests crowded around tables,

chatting and enjoying the dim sum.

"Mr. Zheng, over here."

As soon as the two reached the upper floor, a table in the corner greeted them.

Zheng Tianxiang hurried over.

With his hands clasped in a traditional gesture, he said, "Boss, sorry to disturb your tea."

"Tea is always a lively affair. We people in this business seldom see the sun or many other people, so when we get a chance, we like to roam where the crowds are, to soak up the vibe. That’s why I didn’t ask for a private room. I hope Mr. Zheng doesn’t mind."

The so-called boss was a black, fat man, over fifty years old.

With a full beard, he was brimming with energy.

Around the table sat several burly men,

each with dark, muscular skin.

And these muscles certainly weren’t the dead kind sculpted in gyms.

Lin Fan noticed that their waists were bulging.

In inconspicuous bags nearby, weapons were stowed away.

"No worries at all, the guest follows the host’s lead," Zheng Tianxiang said with a smile as he pulled up a chair and sat down.

Lin Fan remained silent and simply took a seat next to him.

"This brother seems unfamiliar. Which group do you belong to?" the black, fat man asked, making a special hand signal as he clasped his hands.

"Boss, this brother isn’t part of our world and doesn’t know about these greeting gestures," Zheng Tianxiang quickly interjected.

"Mr. Zheng, you’re breaking the rules here. We’re in a business that shuns the light, and you’ve brought a greenhorn. What’s this supposed to mean?" the black, fat man frowned, clearly displeased.

The men by his side also began to reach for their waists,

ready at his command.

"Boss, please don’t misunderstand; I’m not trying to cross you in shadows. This is just a necessity. Let me explain," Zheng Tianxiang hurriedly gestured.

"Boss, with your keen insight, you must notice I’m looking unwell. To be honest, since that last deal, I’ve been bedridden. I’ve visited many places without improvement, and now my days are numbered. Fortunately, my friend here has the skills. He spotted at once that I’ve been afflicted by an evil spirit. At the moment, we need to identify the creature to treat it. I implore you, Boss, to do us this favor and save my life!" he pleaded earnestly.

The chubby gangster looked doubtful but still waved his hand, signaling his men not to act rashly.

"Mr. Zheng, maybe it’s because my guys are used to walking at night, but they haven’t felt anything unusual. Brother really didn’t expect this to happen when you handled the jewels. Please believe me."

The chubby gangster clasped his hands together, "But there are always rules to follow. Although I was the one asking for a favor initially, we settled the payment for the jeweler’s work, so we’re even. As for any curse you might have gotten, that’s none of my business. Besides, our deal was supposed to be clandestine, but you broke the rules by leaking our business to outsiders. To be honest, we were planning to kill you today, but since you’re seriously ill, I won’t trouble you further. Let’s just leave it at that, and you two can go now."

"Boss, I know I broke the rules, but I really had no choice. How about this? I can double the payment for the jeweler, and I’ll throw in some extra for your guys as a running fee. Please just let us have one more look, and that’s it."

Zheng Tianxiang pleaded urgently.

Now, with his life on the line, he couldn’t care less about losing face.

"Mr. Zheng, when we say something, it’s final. Considering our relationship over the years, letting you go is already a big concession. You’d better appreciate it. Don’t forget, we’re all halfway into Yama Palace. If things turn sour, it won’t be fun at all!"

The chubby gangster grabbed a chicken claw and stuffed it into his mouth.

"Did you hear that? Why aren’t you leaving? Do you want to stay that badly?"

"Our boss is giving you face... you fucking ungrateful..."

"Get lost... or else I won’t care even if you die!"

The other henchmen immediately stood up, looking menacing.

With their snarling faces and dark skin,

they looked even more like specters coming to claim souls from hell.

The commotion suddenly quieted the noisy teahouse.

Many people curiously turned their eyes towards them.

"Hey, can’t you show some decency in public?"

Just when Zheng Tianxiang didn’t know what to say,

Lin Fan, who had been silent for a long time, finally spoke up.

"Kid, are you questioning me?"

The chubby gangster furrowed his brow, his gaze shifting towards Lin Fan.

The henchman sitting next to him was already moving.

The handgun, which had been hidden under the table, was now pressed against Lin Fan’s waist.

With a twisted expression, he yelled loudly at Lin Fan.

"Who the fuck did you just say has no manners?"

"Hey, do you need to shout so loudly when you’re this close?"

Lin Fan, annoyed, reached up to his ear, "I had heard that the least mannered people in the underground fights are from Xieling, just a bunch of filthy thugs pretending to be some noble family. Guess the rumors really don’t lie about you."

"Say that again, motherfucker!"

Lin Fan’s words instantly enraged everyone.

All of them glared at him with wide eyes.

"Everyone, my friend here doesn’t know how to speak. Forget this gem, we’re not asking for it!"

Zheng Tianxiang quickly stood up, his hands pressed together in a pleading gesture.

After all, these were desperadoes.

"Originally, I wanted to let you guys off, but this asshole doesn’t appreciate it. Sorry then, today neither of you are leaving here alive. Remember not to break the rules in your next life."

The muscular and grim-faced chubby gangster said darkly.

The murderous intent in his eyes was very clear about their intentions.

"This is a busy district; do you really dare to shoot in front of everyone?"

Lin Fan sneered as he looked at the chubby gangster.

There were at least a hundred people dining on this floor alone.

"You think I wouldn’t dare to act just because there are many people? I’ll tell you, we even dare to storm into Yama Palace, is there anything I wouldn’t dare to do?"

The chubby gangster snorted coldly, "Kill them!"