Fortunately, I was rescued by Miss Hoshino, and everyone has a sense of gratitude, so I planned to help elder Hoshino Yuji. Unexpectedly, it caused a misunderstanding. I'm really sorry."

Ling Zhenfei spoke with poise and grace, and those around him immediately understood.

"So that's what happened, truly impressive."

"This person can treat Watanabe Kazushi, so it should be alright."

"If the Family Head gets healed, that would be great, then we won't fear the Iga-ryu people."

Asou Keigo was displeased upon hearing the surrounding discussions.

"Can you believe his words? This is just one person's opinion. If you trust him, you'll regret it."

Hoshino Meigetsu said, "Uncle Asou, aren't you being a bit too sensitive? Mr. Ling is a good man; he definitely isn't the type of person you're talking about."

"I don't know what type of person he is, but I think letting such a highly suspicious person treat the Family Head is extremely unwise."

Ling Zhenfei looked at Asou Keigo in front of him, feeling somewhat helpless. He wondered why he always encountered troublemakers, as Asou Keigo was one of the administrators of the second family in Ittō-ryū.

Currently, the Hoshino Family is barely supported by Hoshino Meigetsu, and it's quite difficult. Because of this, the status of the Asou Family steadily rises, now even having a sense of overshadowing the Hoshino Family.

So, the Asou Family doesn't want anyone to cure Hoshino Yuji, for if that happens, the Hoshino Clan will rise again, threatening the Asou Family's position.

This is the real reason behind Asou Keigo's opposition to Ling Zhenfei's treatment, and not only Hoshino Meigetsu but also many in Ittō-ryū understand this well.

Ling Zhenfei also understood, having seen many things, and this situation was quite clear to him.

Hoshino Meigetsu was certainly even clearer in her heart and said, "Uncle Asou, I invited Divine Doctor Ling to help cure my father. I would never harm my father, so please rest assured."

Asou Keigo angrily said, "No way, the Master of the Hoshino Family is not only your father but also our Family Head. Such a serious matter can't be decided solely by you; a meeting must be held for everyone to vote."

Hoshino Meigetsu's face wasn't looking very good. "Mr. Asou, I think there's no need for that; I can still decide on my father's matters."

Asou Keigo was very angry: "Meigetsu, why are you not listening now? If you don't listen to me, you'll regret it, you know?"

Hoshino Meigetsu said, "I'll take responsibility for this matter, so others shouldn't speak."

Hoshino Meigetsu, after all, is the Celestial Maiden of Ittō-ryū, so her voice carries some weight. With her words, others didn't dare to speak further.

Asou Keigo said towards the people at the door, "Don't just watch, everyone gets ready. If the Family Head is harmed, don't let the murderer escape."

Hoshino Meigetsu snorted coldly and directly closed the door.

"Sorry about that, Mr. Ling, truly let you down. They just don't want my father to be healed."

"It's alright, after all, I'm just a doctor. We can begin the treatment now, right?"

Hoshino Meigetsu said, "Yes, of course. If you have any instructions, just let me know beforehand. I'll have everything prepared."

Ling Zhenfei nodded and then began his treatment.

Having already treated Watanabe Kazushi, Ling Zhenfei found it very easy to treat this illness again; he was very experienced.

Ling Zhenfei infused the Northern Spiritual Energy containing Divine Sense into Hoshino Yuji's body, successfully attracting the attention of the spiritual energy within.

Pushing through all obstacles, Ling Zhenfei's spiritual energy finally attracted the energy to the foot's Yongquan Acupoint, and then he took out the Dragon Tooth Dagger, inserting it.

Energy splattered, and the Dragon Tooth Dagger successfully absorbed it.

However, as the Dragon Tooth Dagger was inserted into the Yongquan Acupoint, Hoshino Yuji let out a tragic cry, and blood spurted out.

Following this cry, the door suddenly burst open, and a group of people rushed in.

Leading them was Asou Keigo, who, upon entering, saw blood everywhere. Asou Keigo shouted to the others, "See, I was right. This guy is a spy; quickly capture him."

Because Ling Zhenfei did not explain in advance, his sudden appearance with the dagger shocked Hoshino Meigetsu, who never expected such a situation.

Asou Keigo's presence caused chaos at the scene.

Those people rushed in, and under Asou Keigo's instigation, they pinned Ling Zhenfei to the ground and tied him up.

Ling Zhenfei did not resist, one reason being the severity of his injury which prevented excessive use of energy lest it tore open the wound.

The second reason was to avoid misunderstanding by resisting, knowing that eventually, truth would prevail.

Ling Zhenfei was captured by them and, under Asou Keigo's orders, was directly sent to the cell.

Not sure how long the Ittō-ryū has been around, but there have always been many cells in the past, though they're used less now.

However, some Ittō-ryū members who err are still confined in cells to reflect.

Ling Zhenfei was directly placed in a cell, a thickened one, and inside there were hardly any people, making it very quiet.

The thickened cell was solitary, and due to the cold weather, the furthest interior cell was more dark and frigid.

Upon entering, Ling Zhenfei lay on the only bed, which had several layers of straw making it slightly more comfortable.

Ling Zhenfei lay on this bed thinking for a long time; thinking about many things. Coming to this world, he's done everything, yet never thought he'd end up in a cell.

But this place is good, very quiet, suitable for quiet cultivation; most importantly, it's quite safe, making it hard for anyone to kill him.

Never thought doing a good deed would lead to misunderstandings.

Afterward, at the cell's entrance, there was a guard, only entering during the two daily meals to deliver food.

Ling Zhenfei continued cultivating, like having no interest in worldly affairs.

Until evening, suddenly someone entered from outside, came to the cell's exterior, and shouted to Ling Zhenfei, "Brother-in-law, brother-in-law, I'm here."

Ling Zhenfei glanced at Hoshino Junka and said, "Why are you here?"

Hoshino Junka said, "I'm here to see you. If you need anything, I'll bring it for you."

Ling Zhenfei said, "I want a beauty, someone to serve tea and water, massage, and warm the bed. Go find one for me."

Hoshino Junka laughed: "Look at you, joking when you're in this situation. You know, Asou and his people say you injured the Family Head and are preparing to kill you. My sister is fighting for you."

Ling Zhenfei laughed: "The last thing I want to be involved in is your clan's internal conflicts. It's easier to wield a blade against the Iga-ryu, but internal family disputes are beyond my handling."

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