Peerless Martial Expert in the City
Chapter 786 - 783: An Jinhua’s Temper

Chapter 786: Chapter 783: An Jinhua’s Temper

Chapter 783: An Jinhua’s Temperament

"Xiao Yi, you’ve been busy all morning. How about we finish lunch before continuing?"

An Jinhua, after all, was getting on in years. Having been busy through the morning, his face showed a trace of fatigue. He had already stopped his work, put his things in order, and with a smile towards Xiao Yi, was ready to invite him to lunch.

"Alright."

Xiao Yi nodded. He also planned to go for lunch and then come back for the afternoon session.

"Where is Divine Doctor An?"

"Over here, this way, in this office, Dad, Uncle Liu, over here... "

"..........."

Just as Xiao Yi and Elder An were about to tidy up and head out for lunch, a burst of noisy voices came from the office door. As the voices grew louder, the office door swung open, revealing five or six people at the entrance.

Xiao Yi’s gaze darted to the door the moment it swung open. When he clearly saw the figures appearing at the entrance, his expression couldn’t help but freeze for a moment.

The people at the door weren’t strangers at all; they were actually old acquaintances of his!

The one at the front, being supported by others, was a sickly middle-aged man – none other than Zhao Sheng from the Zhao family, whom he had encountered not long ago at the First Affiliated Hospital of Z University. Next to him was Mr. Liu, whom he had slapped, and behind them were his muscular bodyguards. What was more unexpected was that the young man supporting Zhao Sheng turned out to be Third Young Master Zhao, whom he had slapped a few times and taught a lesson!

No wonder he found the noise outside familiar, as if he had heard it somewhere before!

Aside from a middle-aged woman who must be Zhao Sheng’s wife, there wasn’t a single person Xiao Yi hadn’t met before. The whole group, from top to bottom, was full of familiar faces!

Indeed, like father, like son – no wonder the son is as belligerent as his old man!

He wondered if this could be called that saying about enemies often crossing paths.

Without thinking, Xiao Yi’s hand touched his nose and his eyes narrowed slightly, a faint smile spreading across his lips.

"I’m sorry, but we are currently at the doctor’s rest time. If you need medical consultation, please come back after 2 p.m."

The nurse also cast a glance at the doorway immediately. Upon seeing the group of brusque men barging in, a flicker of disgust passed her eyes, but she still maintained politeness and offered an apologetic message to them.

"Divine Doctor An, I am Zhao Sheng. Sorry to disturb your time. Could you please check on us before you go for lunch?"

Though Zhao Sheng was unwell, the demeanor he carried still had an air of condescension. Ignoring the nurse’s words as if he hadn’t heard or seen her, he only fixed his gaze on An Jinhua before him and spoke blandly. His polite words were undercut with an unmistakable decisiveness, almost like an order.

"I am sorry, but Divine Doctor An is tired and it’s rest time. If you wish for a consultation, please come back in the afternoon."

An Jinhua was just about to say something, but Xiao Yi had already spoken up for him.

"It’s you!"

Upon hearing Xiao Yi’s voice, the people standing at the door suddenly turned their attention to another person inside the office. Their gaze sharply shifted to Xiao Yi. Originally, they were quite annoyed by Xiao Yi’s indifferent tone, preparing to give him a lesson and tell him to shut up, but as soon as they clearly saw Xiao Yi, their faces changed instantly and they gasped in unison.

Especially Third Young Master Zhao, who involuntarily took a step back.

The memory of Xiao Yi’s slaps still weighed heavily on his mind, casting a significant shadow. Sometimes, even in his dreams, the sight of Xiao Yi’s face would startle him awake.

"It is indeed me. It appears we meet in life at the most unexpected places."

Xiao Yi smiled at everyone’s reactions, his gaze slowly sweeping around the circle, "It seems everyone is as spirited as ever."

"You... don’t be smug!"

Zhao Sheng never expected to encounter Xiao Yi here. Hearing Xiao Yi’s obviously sarcastic words, or rather words that were grating to his ears, he turned pale and then flushed as he looked at Xiao Yi’s face with its mocking expression, pointing at Xiao Yi and gritting his teeth.

"Mr. Zhao, it seems your temper has improved since the past. I wonder if your condition has improved as well?"

Xiao Yi touched his nose and glanced at Mr. Liu beside him, who wore a look of shock on his face and was hiding to the side, not daring to speak. "This isn’t good for you, Mr. Zhao, it’s not conducive to your recovery. Look at Mr. Liu next to you. He has improved a lot. His hot temper from last time is now so much more subdued; he seems to have understood the value of cultivating one’s morality and character."

"Kid, who are you to spout nonsense here? This has nothing to do with you."

Madam Zhao, unaware of the grudges between them and who Xiao Yi was, assumed he was just a medical worker here. Seeing Xiao Yi’s arrogant attitude and hearing his words laced with sarcasm, she couldn’t help but burst out in anger.

After speaking, she turned anxiously to An Jinhua, "Divine Doctor An, please, could you examine our family member first?"

"This..."

An Jinhua was stunned. He had not expected Xiao Yi to know Zhao Sheng and the others, let alone that there seemed to be unpleasant history between them, with their conversation being so confrontational and full of tension.

After hearing the middle-aged woman’s words, he regained his composure, though his expression showed hesitation. He was familiar with Zhao Sheng, and although Zhao’s faction wasn’t core to the Zhao Family, being more of a branch, they were still part of the Zhao Family. An Jinhua was well aware of what that meant, and if not absolutely necessary, he truly didn’t want to offend them, even though he disliked the man intensely.

However, judging from the situation at hand, this member of the Zhao Family seemed to have some conflict with Xiao Yi, making it somewhat embarrassing from a friend’s standpoint as well.

"Elder An, weren’t we going to have dinner? Let’s go,"

Xiao Yi said with a casual smile.

He could clearly see the hesitation and difficulty facing An Jinhua, and normally he wouldn’t want to trouble Elder An. If he saw that Elder An was in a difficult position, he would conscientiously and proactively relieve him of it.

Xiao Yi was not one to push people to their limits. From the moment Zhao Sheng and the others appeared at the door, he knew their purpose. If they had a good attitude this time, followed the rules to register and queue, and came to see the doctor in an orderly manner, he definitely wouldn’t have stopped them. However, he was thoroughly disappointed by them; they were still as arrogant and presumptuous as ever, not showing the slightest awareness that they were patients!

They came over aggressively, bringing so many people with them, and spoke to An Jinhua in such an arrogant tone from the start, practically ordering him around.

It seemed to Xiao Yi that in their eyes, a doctor was merely a tool, someone lowly to be commanded at will. This was something Xiao Yi could never tolerate. Not to mention that the doctor was Elder An, whom he deeply respected—even for an ordinary doctor, he wouldn’t stand for it!

"I’m sorry, Mr. Zhao, Madam Zhao. My shift is over. If it’s an examination you need, please wait until the afternoon,"

said Elder An without any more hesitation, after hearing Xiao Yi’s words.

Although the Zhao Family was powerful, An Jinhua had lived his life without fearing authority. If they were offended, so be it. He still had his principles. But Xiao Yi was both his mentor and friend, a cherished friend despite their age difference. Weighing the two sides, he knew how to choose.

"Divine Doctor An, what do you mean by this? Think carefully!"

The middle-aged woman had not expected An Jinhua to be so decisive. They had come in person and yet were refused. What was more, his refusal clearly showed his choice between them and that young man, which infuriated her even more! Her face immediately darkened, and her tone carried a hint of accusation.

"Madam Zhao, are you threatening me?"

An Jinhua’s face also grew cold. Normally mild-mannered and benevolent, he practiced medicine with a heart of compassion and righteousness, whether treating ordinary patients or helping friends and relatives. He was generally very agreeable, always ready to lend a hand. Other doctors of his caliber could charge hundreds for a consultation, but he had always kept it to a modest amount, just the regular specialist consultation fee. However, all his tolerance did not mean he was without temper.

On the contrary, he had a fierce temper, and he was a man of pride. He mostly kept it suppressed, channeling it into other aspects of his life, like his firm refusal to become a private doctor for the powerful, his commitment to teaching at the School of Traditional Chinese Medicine at Z University once a week, and his insistence on seeing more than sixty patients a day...

An Jinhua had dedicated his life to the study of traditional Chinese medicine. Only through his hard work and tenacity had he achieved his current status, without relying on anyone else, but solely on his stubborn pride and unparalleled perseverance.

Since when did he have to take orders, receive threats, and be admonished by a woman? Before, he had given them leeway only because he didn’t want to cause trouble, preferring to keep the peace. Did they really think he, An Jinhua, would fear the Zhao Family?

(To be continued. If you enjoy this work, feel free to give it your vote or monthly ticket on Qidian.com. Your support is my greatest motivation.)