The World's Number One Medical Hall

Chapter 102 A Sudden Flood of Longing

Manager Wu immediately wore a bitter smile, looking even more troubled than Mo Bai: "Sir, since you've asked, I really shouldn't refuse. But as you know, our clinic isn't about making money; we're not even in a loss-making business. We just can't bear to see patients suffer, so it's really difficult to run. If there's any more credit, how can our clinic continue to operate?"

"You're right, you're right!" Mo Bai's face turned even redder, and he lowered his head, saying, "I understand Manager Wu's difficulties. It's true that if you give me credit today, it wouldn't be right for you to refuse credit to others tomorrow. I understand, I understand!"

"Thank you for your understanding, sir. I am truly sorry. Hmm?" At this point, Manager Wu's eyes flashed, and he suddenly said, "Sir, I saw you chatting quite happily with the Second Master earlier. Now that you are in such a difficult situation, why not..."

Mo Bai was taken aback, then a bitter smile appeared on his face as he said, "Shopkeeper, you don't know this, but I met Second Master through calligraphy. He values ​​me and has taken good care of me. Just today, he even gave me a silver coin. But how could I be so shameless as to accept it? Besides, Second Master is of such status. It would be very improper for me to ask him for such a small favor."

At this point, he looked up, clasped his hands in a fist and said, "I apologize for my intrusion today, and I hope Manager Wu will forgive me and be more tolerant! I will go and think of another solution now, and I will not disturb Manager Wu's business any longer. Farewell!"

"Ah... Mr. Changqing!" Manager Wu's eyelids twitched slightly when he heard him talk about his relationship with the Second Master. He then said, "Sir, you truly have integrity. I admire you. Today, I will make an exception..."

"No, no, I am already deeply grateful that you, the shopkeeper, could forgive my inappropriate behavior just now... Farewell, farewell!" After saying this, without waiting for him to speak, Mo Bai hurriedly went downstairs because he was too embarrassed.

Shopkeeper Wu's lips moved, but he was speechless. He was really going to agree this time, but the other party didn't want it anymore.

"Old Wu!" Just then, Dr. Zhu's voice came from behind.

Manager Wu quickly composed himself and turned to head towards Doctor Zhu's clinic.

"Dr. Zhu!" Upon entering, Manager Wu bowed respectfully to Dr. Zhu, not daring to sit down, but standing beside him.

Doctor Zhu had clearly heard everything that had happened at the door, and now, with a slightly puzzled expression, he asked, "What happened just now? And what's going on with Master Chu? Has Doctor Bai gone into hiding?"

Three questions in a row showed that Dr. Zhu was indeed taking Dr. Bai seriously.

Earlier at the entrance of Heji Restaurant, Manager Wu had left many things unsaid in his few words, but now that Doctor Zhu was asking questions, he naturally explained everything in detail.

He recounted everything from Mo Bai's visit to the clinic to Mo Bai's prescription, including the fact that he had overcharged Mo Bai for the medicine, to Mo Bai opening a shop across the street and the Chu family's affairs.

He didn't hide what he had done. He understood that as long as he stayed on one side and did everything for the good of Jishi Medical Clinic, it was fine. As for whether he did something good or bad, as long as there was no trouble, Doctor Zhu wouldn't blame him.

Sure enough, after listening to everything, Doctor Zhu looked at the prescription on the table again. His eyes flickered a few times, but he didn't say anything. He just said in a deep voice, "Go and get the prescription that Doctor Bai got for himself and the prescription that he wrote for Master Chu."

"Yes!" Manager Wu dared not delay and quickly brought over the receipt.

Shopkeeper Wu knew Dr. Zhu very well. Looking at Dr. Zhu's focused posture, he knew that Dr. Zhu was extremely cautious at this moment.

He paused slightly, then remembered that he had come upstairs for business. Seeing Dr. Zhu's appearance, he dared not disturb her and could only stand aside and wait quietly.

After a long while, Doctor Zhu finally came to his senses and slowly put down the two identical prescriptions, which were for Mo Bai's own use.

With a sharp glint in his eyes, there was no longer any doubt. The young man was not lying; he had indeed survived to this day because of this prescription.

A flicker of excitement crossed his face. He was certain that even his master in the Taoist sect wouldn't be able to write this prescription. For a doctor, if he could learn it, it would be an invaluable treasure.

He was qualified to cultivate Taoism, but his skills were too poor, so after learning medicine, he still went into the common people's world.

But his experience through that door was enough to make him understand many things.

There are many struggles within the Taoist sect, and those who have suffered injuries to their very foundation are not few. If he can thoroughly study this prescription, perhaps he will reach a new level from now on...

Suppressing his excitement, he looked at Master Chu's prescription again. Finally, like Doctor Chen, he couldn't help but admire it. He was completely certain that this young man was truly remarkable in medical skills.

At least, he had seen Master Chu's illness before, and the prescription he had given was definitely not as good as this one.

However, he grew increasingly impressed with the young man, but then suddenly frowned, a hint of shame and anger flashing across his face: "Could it be that my medical skills are truly only average, and there are really so many people in the common folk who are better than me?"

Having always been held in a high position, this sudden contrast is hard to bear internally.

"Is there anything else?" A surge of anger flashed through his mind as Doctor Zhu frowned at Manager Wu, his voice displeased.

Shopkeeper Wu felt wronged; he hadn't said or done anything, but he certainly didn't dare to be outspoken in front of Doctor Zhu. He quickly smiled apologetically and said, "Just now, news came from Boss Qi's residence that his injuries have flared up again, and he's in unbearable pain. They want you to hurry and find Master Alchemist..."

Upon hearing this, a hint of annoyance flashed across Dr. Zhu's face, but in the end, he said nothing, simply nodding and saying, "I understand. You may leave now. Don't disturb me any further."

Manager Wu nodded in agreement and left.

Dr. Zhu sat alone in the consultation room, his eyes shimmering, seemingly lost in thought.

But it's clear that he wasn't in a good mood at the moment.

"Is that greedy old man so easy to please?" After a long while, he uttered a sentence softly, then let out a long breath, stood up and went to the window to look out. He saw a signboard across the street fluttering in the wind, and a young man sitting quietly under the signboard.

His expression shifted, and he returned to the table, gazing at the two prescriptions.

Time flew by and it was already noon, and Heji Restaurant was becoming increasingly lively.

Today's signboard change shows that Manager Chen has a truly impressive business sense. He's also launched a promotional event, which has caused the restaurant's popularity to skyrocket.

After returning to his stall, Mo Bai did not venture further inside.

There were too many people, and he wasn't feeling well and didn't like the noise, so he didn't rush to eat. The medicine had already been prepared and was brought over by a servant, which he swallowed outside.

Then he sat there quietly, staring blankly at the Jishi Medical Clinic across the street.

The impoverished state of affairs was presented, and the medical skills were demonstrated. If nothing unexpected happens, there is enough reason to enter the Jishi Medical Clinic.

However, he was still in no hurry and decided to wait until Master Chu's condition truly improved, which might be better.

His gaze shifted, and suddenly he looked at the carriage opposite that had not yet left, his eyes slightly unsettled.

"Although Dr. Zhu may not be a big shot in the whole country, he is somewhat influential in this Pearl City. Yet he is so respectful to that person. This shows that even now, his influence in the local area should still be quite significant." Mo Bai thought to himself.

I just wonder what the current situation is in the country after the death of the crown prince?

What has become of the Empress now?

After experiencing the pain of losing a child, I wonder if she used my prescription again?

Perhaps humans are emotional beings. Mo Bai was originally all alone, but now he was struggling to survive. For some reason, after seeing this carriage, he felt a sense of longing for the distant, unfamiliar yet familiar Empress.

"Brother Bai, Brother Bai!" Two voices suddenly called out, interrupting Mo Bai's rare emotional state since he came to this world.

Slightly startled, he turned his head and saw it was Manager Chen standing beside him, staring at him with a puzzled look: "Brother Bai, what are you thinking about?"

However, before Mo Bai could even respond, a flash of excitement crossed her face, and she chuckled softly, "Quick, come with me, Second Master wants to see you!"