The Beautiful CEO’s Close Bodyguard
Chapter 628 - 0630: Who Benefits More

Chapter 628: Chapter 0630: Who Benefits More

The people of the Nangong Family praised Chu Ge once, it was like slapping Shao Gang in the face, and though Shao Gang had a thick skin, the overwhelming praise for Chu Ge ultimately made it difficult for him to maintain his composure.

However, Shao Gang was a clever man and naturally knew that this was not the time to compete with Chu Ge nor was it appropriate to make a move against Chu Ge in front of so many people, so he smiled and joined in the praise for Chu Ge.

"Mr. Chu truly is a prodigious genius. It seems I have underestimated him. I have exhausted all my efforts in treating the Old Master without seeing any results, yet Mr. Chu has miraculously cured the Old Master with just a small piece of Earth Ganoderma. I am truly in awe!" Shao Gang sighed and bowed deeply to Chu Ge.

These words seemed to flatter Chu Ge, but a careful listener could also detect Shao Gang’s skepticism. Although Earth Ganoderma was not as precious as a thousand-year-old ginseng, it was not something an ordinary person could simply purchase. Even for these great families, it would take considerable effort to obtain, and that’s why when Chu Ge administered Earth Ganoderma to the Old Master, no one questioned it; after all, Earth Ganoderma was indeed valuable.

But in Shao Gang’s comment, the precious Earth Ganoderma became just a ’small piece of Lingzhi,’ leaving his deeper meaning unknown.

Chu Ge did not take Shao Gang’s words to heart, nor did he bother to argue further. Instead, he spoke with a smile, humbly saying, "The Old Master’s body has recovered so remarkably because he has just taken the Earth Ganoderma. The remaining Earth Ganoderma must be taken daily as prescribed, without fail."

Old Master Nangong didn’t know that the Earth Ganoderma was fake. He only knew that Chu Ge had asked him to pretend to be sick and act, and now he had genuinely become curious about the Earth Ganoderma.

"What would happen if it were missed?" Shao Gang couldn’t help but ask.

Suddenly, sensing the probing gazes of the people around him, Shao Gang coughed awkwardly. Smiling, he said, "I didn’t mean that. I am just worried about what would happen if the Old Master forgets one day or if something goes wrong."

Chu Ge gave him an indifferent look, the corners of his mouth curling up slightly, "The consequences would be a rapid decline in the Old Master’s health."

Even though Old Master Nangong knew his condition had improved, his heart still skipped a beat upon hearing Chu Ge’s words.

Shao Gang narrowed his eyes, deep in thought, uncertain of what he was contemplating.

Chu Ge observed the changes on Shao Gang’s face, the corner of his lips curling up with contempt. Everyone again praised Chu Ge and Old Master Nangong with flattering words before being sent away by the Old Master.

Although his condition had now improved, the presence of so many people there, buzzing like flies, was indeed giving him a headache.

After all the people had left, the Old Master finally exhaled deeply.

Only Chu Ge and Old Master Nangong were left in the room, with even Nangong Man Sha being sent out by the Old Master.

Chu Ge looked at the Old Master in puzzlement and asked, "Does Old Master Nangong have something he wants to tell me?"

Old Master Nangong nodded with a smile, a bit of curiosity in his heart, wanting to confirm it personally from Chu Ge.

"Mr. Chu, I would like to know, what was the purpose of your arrangement today?" asked the Old Master. "I clearly felt my body getting better, but when I took the Earth Ganoderma, I genuinely felt a change in my body. This feeling cannot deceive anyone. Mr. Chu, tell me the truth, am I really cured?"

Chu Ge knew the Old Master would ask this; he nodded slightly, "You are already cured, but today, before I came in, I made some slight adjustments to you. If I hadn’t made you exhibit some symptoms of the ailment again, how could we have possibly deceived Shao Gang’s eyes?"

Old Master Nangong’s eyes widened in shock as he looked at Chu Ge, having no idea when Chu Ge had made his move upon entering the door, and even his body had felt nothing.

It was only when he consumed the Earth Ganoderma that he distinctly felt something in his body.

Having witnessed many breathtaking events, Old Master Nangong’s spine couldn’t help but chill when he heard what Chu Ge had just said.

If Chu Ge were his enemy, then the moment he came in would have been the moment his life fell into Chu Ge’s hands.

He had witnessed the power of Ancient Martial Artists more than once, but none had ever brought him such an indescribable sense of fear like Chu Ge.

This feeling made him very uncomfortable, and with that thought, the Old Master’s complexion darkened.

He said to Chu Ge, "Mr. Chu, don’t you think you’ve gone a bit too far?"

The corners of Chu Ge’s lips lifted slightly. Knowing the Old Master had misunderstood, he explained, "Rest assured, I have no intention of actually harming you. After all, we have no grudges, and if I wanted to harm you, I wouldn’t have expended my power to treat your illness, nor would I have bothered to have Mr. Shen personally deliver the Earth Ganoderma."

Old Master Nangong looked at Chu Ge suspiciously, "So the Earth Ganoderma I just ate is real?"

He was aware of the value of the Lingzhi; a single first-level Earth Ganoderma could cost tens of millions and still might not be available for purchase.

"Fake," Chu Ge stated.

"You!" Old Master Nangong was angry, "Then what did you just feed me?"

"Nothing but some ordinary pastries. I had Shen Congwen make a fake Earth Ganoderma for you to consume. The real Earth Ganoderma does not need to be taken orally, but used for bathing."

At that moment, Old Master Nangong was at a loss for words. He looked at Chu Ge, feeling that this young man was no ordinary individual.

"You mean you really brought Earth Ganoderma for me?"

"Yes."

Old Master Nangong pondered for a moment before speaking again, "I know Man Sha invited you. I’ve heard quite a bit about you from her. What are you really after with all this?"

What he had learned about Chu Ge from Man Sha portrayed him not as a person chasing fame or profit, but it was hard to believe that he put in so much effort to help him without expecting something in return.

Chu Ge knew Old Master Nangong was ready to have an honest conversation. Good, it was better to clear the air and not beat around the bush.

Chu Ge smiled and said, "People aim high and water flows low. I do this to secure my footing in Beijing. Imagine, having a tie with the Nangong Family, one of the Six Great Families of Jing City, would I still worry about obstacles in my development here?"

"Is it just that simple?" Old Master Nangong asked again.

Chu Ge nodded, "It’s not that simple to say. After all, the Nangong Family is highly respected, not just anyone can forge a connection, and I saved your life. In exchange for a smooth future in Beijing, who stands to gain more from this deal?"