The Beautiful CEO’s Close Bodyguard
Chapter 627 - 0629: Change of Attitude

Chapter 627: Chapter 0629: Change of Attitude

Chu Ge said, it would be best to blur the lines between truth and falsehood, making them truly believe his illness had not yet abated.

Mr. Nangong, unaware of the machinations going on inside Chu Ge’s mind, had his own considerations. Being old, shrewd and calculating, he believed this was the best way to root out the internal spy within the Nangong Family.

Especially when he heard that Chu Ge had brought the precious Earth Ganoderma, something that could strengthen the body and even prolong life—not just for the average person.

As the patriarch of the Nangong Family, someone whose influence could shake the ground with a mere stomp, power and status had long become as insignificant as clouds to him.

Especially after several life-threatening illnesses, he had come to treasure life’s worth even more. Now all he desired was to live well and make the most out of his life.

Old Master Nangong gave Chu Ge a glance, feigning indifference to the medicinal herb he offered.

"Pfft!" Shao Gang saw the herbal medicine in Chu Ge’s hands and immediately sneered, saying, "Chu Ge, I know you want to show off in front of Old Master Nangong, but you don’t have to do this. I have been treating the Old Master’s illness all along; am I not clear about his condition? You think a mere Earth Ganoderma is enough to completely cure the Old Master’s illness? Hmph! It’s utterly nonsensical!"

Towards the end of his remark, Shao Gang’s face showed anger, seemingly offended by Chu Ge’s attitude, while the wise ones in the room, in an awkward atmosphere, chose not to get involved, each focusing on minding their own business, as if they hadn’t seen the confrontation.

Facing Shao Gang’s ridicule, Chu Ge remained unruffled. He calmly took the Earth Ganoderma out of the box, approached Old Master Nangong, and asked, "I wonder if Old Master Nangong could trust Chu Ge this once. I assure you, with this Earth Ganoderma, I can cure all the ailments you suffer from!"

As Chu Ge spoke, his gaze was firm, and he didn’t show a trace of unease—it was as if he was filled with confidence, as though he never intended to cure the Old Master’s illness before.

Shao Gang was puzzled. Observing Chu Ge’s demeanor and then Old Master Nangong’s expression, it seemed Chu Ge really hadn’t cured the Old Master’s illness.

But if he hadn’t cured Old Master Nangong’s illness, could a single Earth Ganoderma actually remedy it?

Even the previously confident Shao Gang couldn’t help but waver. Although Old Master Nangong’s illness wasn’t anything serious, it had been deliberately prolonged by him. Sure, Earth Ganoderma was good for strengthening the body, but as a cure...

Shao Gang’s heart was fraught with uncertainty. He feared that Chu Ge really might cure Old Master Nangong, and at the same time, he hoped Chu Ge would make a fool of himself in front of the Old Master.

However, the situation was now beyond Shao Gang’s control. Old Master Nangong looked at the Earth Ganoderma presented by Chu Ge with hesitation.

He looked at Chu Ge, who had a resolute gaze with no trace of a smile, considered for a moment, and then slowly nodded.

Shao Gang stiffened. Although he had always believed that merely an Earth Ganoderma wouldn’t possibly cure Old Master Nangong’s illness, Chu Ge’s confident expression ultimately rattled him.

Yet all he could do was feel rattled. With the Old Master’s agreement, not to mention a doctor like him, even the members of the Nangong Family would not dare intervene.

Chu Ge personally sliced the Earth Ganoderma and brewed it for Old Master Nangong to take. After Old Master Nangong had ingested it all, everyone waited for the result.

Shen Congwen’s palms were also sweaty. He made this item at Chu Ge’s request; although it looked genuine, a fake was still fake, devoid of any effect, and now it had been given to Old Master Nangong to consume...

Shen Congwen could hardly bear to look.

However, Shen Congwen had known Chu Ge for quite some time. From when he knew him till now, Chu Ge seemed to have never done anything that embarrassed himself. If anyone got embarrassed, it was Chu Ge embarrassing others.

Moreover, since Old Master Nangong had taken Chu Ge’s Earth Ganoderma, he could feel his body gradually improving, filled with a renewed vigor.

He could hardly believe it, overwhelmed more by surprise than disbelief. Without calling for assistance, he suddenly threw off the covers. To everyone’s astonishment, he got out of bed and stood firm.

From the moment Old Master Nangong began to move the covers himself, Shao Gang’s face turned liver-red. If it weren’t for the fact that Old Master Nangong had already recovered before his eyes, Shao Gang would never believe that a single Earth Ganoderma could cure him.

"Old Master, how do you feel?" Chu Ge approached Old Master Nangong to assist him and asked with a smile.

Old Master Nangong took a few steps with Chu Ge’s support. Genuinely, his body felt much stronger. Even before falling ill, his aged body had its limitations, despite the meticulous care and exercise making his body stronger than an average person’s. However, Old Master Nangong could often sense his own frailty.

But since he had taken the Lingzhi brought by Chu Ge, it was as if the impurities in his body had been purged, making his body lighter, and his steps much more buoyant. With the impurities cleared out, he naturally felt more robust.

"I feel like I’ve become ten years younger all of a sudden!" Old Master Nangong laughed, stretching his arms—indeed, he felt stronger. He couldn’t have stretched his arms like this before, but now he could stretch them so much; certainly, Chu Ge’s medicine had worked.

Old Master Nangong was a smart man. Though it seemed he left everything to the younger generation, acting as a retired emperor, nothing escaped his eyes, and everything was under his control; he just always kept it well hidden, barely noticed by anyone.

Though he didn’t overtly praise Chu Ge, Old Master Nangong’s words were an affirmation of Chu Ge’s treatment. It was noteworthy that Shao Gang had been treating him for some time, yet his condition repeatedly fluctuated, never thoroughly cured, let alone getting out of bed and walking so spiritedly.

Chu Ge’s actions and Old Master Nangong’s words were undoubtedly a slap in Shao Gang’s face. He may have been smiling outwardly, but a closer look would reveal his embarrassment.

"It’s good that you’re well. Indeed, Mr. Chu has the method!"

"Yes, indeed, Mr. Chu is young, yet he is quite insightful. This time, having cured the Old Master, we are also very grateful!"

With Old Master Nangong secretly acknowledging Chu Ge, the members of the Nangong Family naturally didn’t miss the opportunity to ingratiate themselves with Chu Ge, changing their previously skeptical attitudes and lavishing praise on him.