The World's Number One Medical Hall

Chapter 79 I'm Waiting for Those He Can't Cure

The shopkeeper walked a few steps to the door and saw that a flag had been raised in front of He Ji Restaurant across the street.

"The Number One Medical Center in the World!" Upon closer inspection, one can see six large, elegant characters fluttering in the wind, truly an impressive sight.

Upon seeing the arrogant signboard, Manager Wu was taken aback. After confirming it again, he realized it was true, and his expression immediately turned somewhat unpleasant.

The waiter beside him was also clearly unhappy, and said with dissatisfaction, "Shopkeeper, look at him, a quack doctor, yet he puts up this sign right across from our Jishi Medical Clinic. He clearly doesn't respect our Jishi Medical Clinic at all."

"Hmph!" A flash of anger also appeared in the shopkeeper's eyes. He was secretly furious and wanted to step forward to make Mo Bai take down the signboard.

But seeing Mo Bai setting up his stall and a crowd gathered around him, he had to suppress his anger. After all, he had just been treated to drinks yesterday and everyone praised his generosity. It would be extremely awkward to go up to him and give him a hard time today.

"Forget it, let him be. It's just a signboard. Let him write whatever he wants. It's just a joke. Who really believes him? Does he think a few words can suppress our Jishi Medical Clinic?" The shopkeeper flicked his sleeve and turned around. "Besides, it won't last more than two days!"

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Indeed, just as the shopkeeper said, although Mo Bai had a great reputation, people would often come to his stall to take a look.

When people see that he is so young yet dares to practice medicine, they will come up to him and chat for a while to find out about his situation.

But amidst the laughter and banter, no one ever actually came to him for medical treatment.

A whole morning passed, and the Jishi Medical Clinic across the street was bustling with people coming and going, so busy that they couldn't keep up with the demand.

But his place became deserted, and gradually no one came to visit.

Mo Bai didn't shout out his wares; he just sat quietly at his stall, occasionally picking up the tea that Manager Chen had given him, taking a sip, and calmly observing the people coming and going on the street.

Manager Chen of Heji Restaurant was standing at the door, looking at Mo Bai who was still sitting there quietly. To be honest, he didn't care too much about Mo Bai's medical skills or how his business was doing.

The reason I lent him the place today was simply because of what happened yesterday. Since the other party was so generous, he naturally wouldn't be stingy either. After all, everyone wants others to say good things about them.

But even now, seeing that the young man had no business yet remained calm and composed, without showing the slightest sign of impatience, he couldn't help but feel a little surprised. To be honest, Mo Bai's demeanor really gave him the feeling that this person might not be ordinary.

Thinking of this, Manager Chen smiled and walked towards Mo Bai: "Doctor Bai, it's already noon, why don't you go back and rest for a while?"

"Manager Chen!" Mo Bai stood up and said with a gentle smile, "No, we haven't opened for business this morning. I'll wait a bit longer. Who knows when the patient will arrive!"

"Since that's the case, and it's lunchtime, why don't you eat here?" Manager Chen smiled and came to his table.

Mo Bai didn't hesitate and nodded directly, saying, "Alright, that's what I was thinking anyway. However, seeing that your shop is so busy right now, I was planning to come over after you've finished your work. I'd also like to treat you to a meal to thank you for your patronage!"

Manager Chen glanced at Mo Bai and saw that his expression was sincere and genuine, which made him feel even more favorably toward the young man.

"Since you're here, you're a guest. How can I let you treat me? That would be slapping my face! Alright, let's wait a bit until there are fewer people in the shop, then we'll have a drink!" Manager Chen came to Mo Bai's stall, seemingly intending to sit down.

Mo Bai could tell that he had something to say, so he quickly invited him to sit down, but still insisted, "I am grateful for your kindness in giving me this place to shelter from the sun. If I were to ask you to treat me to a meal, I would be a shameless person. Please, Manager Chen, do me the honor."

He poured tea for Manager Chen, and after a few polite exchanges, Manager Chen didn't insist. Instead, he glanced at the signboard and joked, "Dr. Bai, this is the first time I've seen the calligraphy on your signboard. May I ask who wrote it?"

"I dare not accept such praise. I am new to Mingzhu and have nothing of value. I do not know any distinguished guests. I have no choice but to make a fool of myself!" Mo Bai waved his hands repeatedly.

"Oh?" Manager Chen was taken aback, but looked at Mo Bai with even greater surprise: "I never imagined that Doctor Bai not only has amazing medical skills, but also such attainments in calligraphy. I admire you, I admire you..."

As he spoke, his gaze swept over the item again, growing more and more fond of it. A thought struck him: "Dr. Bai, how about this? I'll treat you to dinner later, but if it's convenient for you, could you please gift me a piece of calligraphy? What do you think?"

Mo Bai was slightly taken aback. He hadn't made a single sale since he came to practice medicine, but he hadn't expected that his calligraphy would be appreciated. After thinking for a moment, he smiled and said gently, "If Manager Chen thinks highly of me, then of course there's no problem. However, I'll still have to treat you to lunch!"

"Alright, I understand, brother. With your calligraphy skills, it's not something that can be bought with the money for a meal. I was being presumptuous. Fine, I'll prepare a fee for your calligraphy..." Manager Chen pretended to be angry and immediately put on a stern face.

"Well... alright, I'll take it with a grain of salt!" Mo Bai had no choice but to agree.

There was no requirement for Mo Bai to write calligraphy on the spot, but after these few words, the two became much closer.

Manager Chen was growing increasingly fond of this young man; he was young, steady, sensible, and polite.

He couldn't help but think of offering a few words of advice. Glancing at the scene of people still coming and going at the entrance of Jishi Medical Hall even at noon, Manager Chen said softly, "Brother Bai, I have something to say, but I don't know if I should?"

"Please speak freely, please!" Mo Bai certainly wouldn't refuse.

Manager Chen scrutinized his face for a moment before speaking, "Brother, don't you think that choosing this location to open your business is actually inappropriate?"

"Yes. Manager Chen is right." Mo Bai nodded softly without any change in expression.

This surprised Manager Chen somewhat. He had intended to offer him some advice, but he was surprised by the man's straightforwardness.

Mo Bai's eyes widened as he looked at the long street, and he said softly, "Manager Chen, did you say that I shouldn't have chosen to work as a barefoot doctor opposite Jishi Medical Hall? Although there are many patients coming and going here, those who come to Jishi Medical Hall for treatment are naturally wealthy people with some means. They don't even go to ordinary clinics, so why would they come to see a quack like me? Therefore, I not only don't benefit from Jishi Medical Hall's reputation here, but because Jishi Medical Hall is too famous, I can't even open for business here."

"Since you know this, Brother Bai, why is that? Could it be..." Manager Chen had a good impression of him and was preparing to give him some pointers, but he didn't expect this young man to see things so clearly. Yet, he still chose to open a shop here. His eyes flashed slightly as he looked at the six big characters "Number One Medical Hall in the World" on the signboard. Could it be that he was deliberately trying to compete with Jishi Medical Hall?

"Manager Chen, please don't misunderstand. How could my hanging up a signboard possibly harm Jishi Medical Clinic? In fact, the reason I still set up a stall here despite knowing this situation is simply out of necessity," Mo Bai quickly said.

"What do you mean?" Manager Chen asked, putting aside his doubts.

"Manager Chen, you may not know this, but I am actually suffering from an injury and illness. The medicines I need on a daily basis are quite expensive. Therefore, if I were to set up a stall elsewhere and treat ordinary people's headaches and fevers, business might be better, but the money I would earn would not be enough to cover my own expenses. So, I have no choice but to seek out wealthy families and treat some difficult and complicated diseases in order to make ends meet!" Mo Bai explained calmly.

"This..." Manager Chen was even more surprised and said, "Brother, but you yourself said that if there are really wealthy people, they will only go to Jishi Medical Clinic, not come to you."

Mo Bai raised his head and looked at Manager Chen, his eyes clear and bright. He spoke in a very calm voice: "Manager Chen, you see, just as I said, those who come to Jishi Medical Clinic are all wealthy people, but they are also mostly patients with slightly complicated illnesses. As the saying goes, there is no panacea in the world, just as there is no famous doctor who can cure all diseases. Even though Jishi Medical Clinic has an outstanding reputation, there are always some tricky cases that we may not have a good cure for."

Shopkeeper Chen's eyelids twitched. The implication behind Mo Bai's words was truly astonishing. He couldn't help but whisper, "Brother Bai, do you mean you're waiting for these people that even the Jishi Medical Clinic can't cure?"

"A doctor is not afraid of difficulties!" Mo Bai smiled calmly, but his eyes showed no sign of wavering.