Urban Extraordinary Immortal Doctor
Chapter 426: Like a Shadow

Chapter 426: Chapter 426: Like a Shadow

"My grandfather heard that Divine Doctor Fang is a prodigy with dual cultivation in medicine and martial arts and holds him in high esteem. He would like to invite Divine Doctor Fang to join the ’Dragon Guard’ to fight for the fair and just cause of Huaxia!"

The Dragon Maiden put away the smile on her face and spoke earnestly and solemnly.

"I’m sorry, I’m not interested!"

Fang Bai shook his head without any hesitation.

His everyday work, life, an added cultivation, it filled his schedule to the brim, making his life quite fulfilling. He had no interest whatsoever in joining any organization or contributing any voluntary service.

"I know this invitation is a bit abrupt, and I don’t expect Divine Doctor Fang to accept it right away. But could I persuade you to let me say a few more words?"

Seeing Fang Bai firmly refuse the invitation issued by her grandfather didn’t dishearten the Dragon Maiden.

In fact, when the ’Dragon Guard’ was first founded, they faced repeated rejections when inviting revered elders from the Ancient Martial World to join. In the end, it was the higher-ups of the ’Dragon Guard’ who persuaded them with emotion and reason, and with sincere hearts, they touched those people, allowing the ’Dragon Guard’ to grow rapidly and become a critical and secret force for Huaxia’s stability.

Fang Bai was a master of dual cultivation in medicine and martial arts, and at a young age full of vigor, a bit of pride was only to be expected. The Dragon Maiden hadn’t planned on convincing him in their first encounter and was mentally prepared for a prolonged effort.

"Go ahead," said Fang Bai.

He glanced at the wall clock and continued, "But I’ll give you only ten more minutes. As you can see, patients are waiting outside, and I need to go out and help soon."

"Thank you, Divine Doctor Fang," she responded.

Seeing that Fang Bai didn’t outright refuse to converse with a look of impatience, the Dragon Maiden felt a surge of happiness.

"Decades ago, a master from the Hidden Sect, out of conflict with a martial artist from the Secular Ancient Martial World, in a fit of rage, slaughtered dozens of people, young and old, from that martial artist’s sect, and also harmed many innocent civilians to vent his anger... That incident shook the whole of Huaxia and had a detrimental effect..."

As the Dragon Maiden spoke, she observed Fang Bai. Seeing that he was listening intently without any intention of interrupting her, she felt more confident that she could persuade him.

"After that incident, the then Prime Minister along with some senior individuals from the Secular Ancient Martial World who harbored chivalrous hearts, decided to establish a secret organization composed of Ancient Martial experts to counter the threat from the Hidden Sect and defend Huaxia’s peace. Thus, the ’Dragon Guard’ came into existence..."

It was undeniable that the Dragon Maiden was eloquent, and her voice was captivating. Listening to her was a double pleasure for both the eyes and the mind, and it never felt boring or tedious.

"Ten minutes are up."

The Dragon Maiden was reaching a passionate point in her speech when Fang Bai suddenly pointed at the wall clock and said with a smile, "I’m sorry, but I need to start working now."

"Divine Doctor Fang, as far as I know, as a doctor, you possess a benevolent heart; and as a martial artist, you have the heart of a chivalrous warrior. ’Dragon Guard’ needs people like you. Don’t you want to contribute to Huaxia’s enduring peace and well-being, to the peaceful lives of its citizens? Divine Doctor Fang, with your presence, ’Dragon Guard’ would be greatly empowered..."

Seeing no sign from Fang Bai that he meant to join the ’Dragon Guard,’ the Dragon Maiden was not ready to give up. She had encountered many such situations before and had succeeded only after much persistent coaxing.

Seeing the Dragon Maiden’s relentless demeanor, as if she wouldn’t give up until she had convinced him, Fang Bai smiled wryly and said, "Miss Dragon, there’s no need to keep persuading me. Just look, I’m already very busy, where would I find the desire to get involved in other matters? Alright, I need to get back to work. Please leave."

With that, he picked up the white coat he had taken off earlier, put it on, and walked into the acupuncture and massage hall outside, starting acupuncture treatment for a patient, no longer paying attention to the Dragon Maiden.

"I can’t get angry... I can’t get angry... Sincerity can move even metal and stone... Sincerity can move even metal and stone... I refuse to believe I can’t persuade this guy!"

As the Dragon Maiden saw Fang Bai treating her as if she were thin air, ignoring her completely, her eyebrows slightly furrowed, her pearly teeth lightly nibbling on her lower lip, continuously comforting herself inwardly.

She had wanted to go over and continue to pester Fang Bai, but she was also worried it would annoy him and leave no room for resolution. After thinking it over, she walked to a spot that wouldn’t interfere with the doctors’ work and stood there, her beautiful eyes unblinkingly fixed on Fang Bai.

She decided that from now on, wherever Fang Bai went, she would follow him, persistently, until he agreed to join the "Dragon Guard."

Wu Tian was still unclear about the relationship between Fang Bai and the Dragon Maiden. Seeing the Dragon Maiden standing, he hurriedly brought a stool for her to sit on and even offered her a cup of tea to curry favor.

By the time evening arrived and it was time to leave work, the doctors and patients had left one after another, and soon only Fang Bai and the Dragon Maiden were left in the acupuncture and massage room.

Fang Bai seemed to have completely ignored the Dragon Maiden’s presence. After returning to his office, he removed his white coat, put on his jacket, and prepared to close the door and leave.

"Hey, hey, hey..."

The Dragon Maiden, seeing Fang Bai about to close the door and leave, hurriedly stood up and walked quickly to the corridor outside, turning her head back and said discontentedly, "Didn’t you see I’m still inside? Are you trying to lock me in for the night?"

Fang Bai just smiled, without a word, casually closed the room, and leisurely walked outside.

As he walked, the Dragon Maiden followed, matching his steps, like a shadow.

At Yanjing Hospital, Fang Bai was now the top character of interest, even his reputation overshadowing that of the hospital’s number one beauty Su Linglong. It could be said that from the hospital director to the cleaning staff, there wasn’t a single person who didn’t recognize him.

On the way from the acupuncture and massage room to the parking lot, every doctor and nurse they encountered took the initiative to greet Fang Bai, respectfully calling him "Doctor Fang."

Because of Su Linglong, Fang Bai had a good relationship with a group of female nurses from the hospital’s nursing department. The few female nurses he met on the road all respectfully addressed him as "Brother Fang," and there were even some who believed they were quite attractive thrown winks at Fang Bai.

However, as soon as they saw the Dragon Maiden following behind Fang Bai, those nurses who had been throwing amorous glances instantly withdrew their gazes and walked away feeling inferior, thinking to themselves that it’s a pity to be young and not romantic. Brother Fang has found a new love so quickly, and this woman is not the slightest bit inferior to Su Linglong!

Fang Bai had originally planned to drive home, but hesitated when he reached the parking lot and decided to walk instead.

The two of them, one in front of the other, silently advanced along the pedestrian path, passing through bustling streets, and soon the daylight began to fade, with the street lamps lighting up one after another.

"I’m getting a bit hungry... Divine Doctor Fang, let me treat you to dinner!"

The Dragon Maiden suddenly quickened her pace, walking shoulder to shoulder with Fang Bai.

Fang Bai laughed and said, "Taking things from others makes one soft-hearted, and eating from their hand makes one soft-tongued. If I ate the meal you treat me to, it would be awkward to not agree to any requests you might have afterward. So... I appreciate your kindness, but I’d rather go home to eat!"

The Dragon Maiden was so exasperated by Fang Bai that she couldn’t help but laugh, speaking irritably, "It’s just a simple meal, aren’t you overthinking it?"

The Dragon Maiden inviting a man to dinner was a groundbreaking first for her, and to think that she would be turned down was a significant blow to her confidence, which had always been high.

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