Return to the City: The Strongest King
Chapter 146 Introduction

Chapter 146: 146 Introduction

An hour later, Song Xiaodong stopped and said, "You can take over from here." He then tried to stand up, but his legs went weak, and he almost fell.

He Wenbai and Liu Yajun hurriedly supported Song Xiaodong. Liu Yajun, with utmost respect, said, "Okay, I can handle the rest of the work."

Song Xiaodong nodded. He was extremely tired now. This surgery had been quite a burden on him, consuming almost all of the True Qi in his body.

As He Wenbai and Liu Yajun prepared to continue the surgery, Lin Su’er took over supporting Song Xiaodong. Quickly putting Song Xiaodong’s arm over her shoulder and wrapping her arms around his waist, she struggled to help him sit down on a nearby chair.

After sitting down, Song Xiaodong closed his eyes and remained silent. He urgently needed to replenish the True Qi within him, which, once depleted, was even more discomforting than being physically exhausted.

Lin Su’er wiped the sweat off Song Xiaodong and then stood by his side, watching him worriedly with even greater admiration in her gaze.

About another hour passed before He Wenbai and Liu Yajun finally completed the surgery. They exchanged glances, their eyes filled with relief and an intense joy.

For a doctor, performing a successful surgery that was deemed impossible was immensely significant. Witnessing the marvels demonstrated by Song Xiaodong today was an extraordinary experience.

The assistants took over the remaining work, while He Wenbai and Liu Yajun quietly started talking on the side.

Liu Yajun said softly, seeing Song Xiaodong still seated, "Old He, he truly is a master. It’s unexpected that your hospital has such a master."

He Wenbai hurriedly said, "Mr. Song is not from our hospital. If he were in my hospital, I’d be over the moon."

"Not in your hospital? Then, which hospital is he in?" Liu Yajun’s eyes lit up immediately.

He Wenbai chuckled softly, "I tell you, Old Liu, are you thinking of poaching Mr. Song for your hospital? I suggest you drop that idea. Didn’t you hear him earlier? Even Zheng Weiguo must yield to him, which shows his stature in the medical field. Moreover, his treatment methods are quite unique and not widely applicable. He only intervenes for special cases; ordinary people are beyond his help, otherwise, he’d be utterly exhausted."

Liu Yajun, observing Song Xiaodong’s still motionless figure and recalling the exhaustion after the surgery, understood what He Wenbai meant and shook his head, saying, "That’s truly a pity. Such excellent medical skills, yet they can’t benefit the public."

"Yes, indeed a pity," He Wenbai also deeply agreed.

Liu Yajun, still curious, asked, "Old Song, what’s your relationship with this remarkable man, and how did you manage to invite him?"

"I... I am his Registered Disciple, I guess," He Wenbai said somewhat proudly.

"Registered Disciple? You’re just a Registered Disciple?" Liu Yajun’s eyes widened in disbelief.

He Wenbai lifted his chin proudly, saying, "What about it? Are you not envious?"

Liu Yajun paused for a moment. Initially, he found it incredible that someone like He Wenbai would serve as a Registered Disciple, but remembering Song Xiaodong’s medical skills, he genuinely smiled, saying, "I really am envious. If I could learn his medical skills, being his disciple would be utterly worthwhile."

"That’s right, I will surely work hard," He Wenbai appeared even more proud, suddenly displaying a youthful arrogance, not at all like the demeanor of a deputy director.

"Can you introduce me?" Liu Yajun asked cautiously.

"About that... I can only mention it. Whether Mr. Song agrees, I can’t guarantee."

"That’s enough for me," Liu Yajun said with joy upon hearing this.

At that moment, Song Xiaodong opened his eyes. Liu Yajun quickly nudged He Wenbai, who then walked up to Song Xiaodong with utmost respect and said, "Mr. Song, how are you feeling now?"

The level of respect had reached its peak, and it wasn’t at all pretentious—it came sincerely from the heart. And everyone around, including Liu Yajun and the nurses, felt it was only proper for He Wenbai to act this way.

Liu Yajun also felt that He Wenbai’s approach was appropriate and likewise spoke with great reverence, "Mr. Song, your medical skill is absolutely miraculous, and I truly admire it tremendously."

Song Xiaodong stood up and responded, "You are quite good yourself. To reach such a level in Western Medicine is indeed praiseworthy."

Indeed, it was a compliment, but implicitly, it suggested that Western Medicine was still somewhat inferior compared to Traditional Chinese Medicine.

In the past, Liu Yajun would have scoffed at such a remark, but this time, he was genuinely convinced, nodding repeatedly, "Mr. Song, seeing your medical skill, I greatly admire it. I’d very much like to learn about Traditional Chinese Medicine too. Could you possibly offer some guidance?"

After saying this, Liu Yajun felt his heart pounding uncontrollably, as if he were a schoolboy waiting for his teacher’s decision.

Song Xiaodong looked at Liu Yajun and asked, "Have you studied Traditional Chinese Medicine before?"

"Well... I have not. I’ve always studied Western Medicine."

Song Xiaodong shook his head, "Then that might be difficult. He Wenbai studied both, and he has quite some expertise in Traditional Chinese Medicine, making it feasible for him. I’m afraid it might not work for you."

"Mr. Song, I will definitely work hard to learn," Liu Yajun quickly replied.

Song Xiaodong still shook his head, "Starting from the beginning would inevitably neglect your Western Medicine research. Since you are already quite accomplished in that, neglecting it would be a great loss. Pursuing Traditional Chinese Medicine now would be a loss without gain."

Liu Yajun, hearing Song Xiaodong say this, knew it was the truth and couldn’t help feeling deeply disappointed. He Wenbai immediately said, "Mr. Song, Old Liu has absolutely no issues in terms of medical ethics. He is well recognized in the industry for this."

Song Xiaodong looked at Liu Yajun again and then said to He Wenbai, "Since that’s the case, the two of you might as well communicate and discuss matters when possible. That could be somewhat helpful to you."

Liu Yajun was overjoyed upon hearing this. Although Song Xiaodong hadn’t taken him on as he had hoped, he had agreed for He Wenbai to collaborate with him, thus allowing him to understand this miraculous medical skill. This was a very good outcome indeed.

"Mr. Song, thank you. Should you need Mr. Liu for anything, I will do my utmost to assist,"

Song Xiaodong smiled slightly, "I won’t be shy. Oh, and it’s about time to go calm the relatives outside. We’re having a relaxed chat here, but the people outside are probably frantic."

End of Chapter 3