Chu Guopeng was stunned. Of course, he didn't doubt Lin Xiao's words, but his father's food, clothing, and daily life were all handled by dedicated staff—people who were absolutely trustworthy. If that was the case, how was he poisoned? Chu Guopeng was utterly baffled.

"Uncle, try not to worry. I've already neutralized the poison," Lin Xiao said. "Don't publicize this just yet. The old gentleman will be able to go home soon. Once you're back, investigate this matter thoroughly!"

Chu Guopeng was startled again. "You mean, he has completely recovered and can be discharged?"

Lin Xiao smiled. "What, you don't believe in my medical skills?"

"Lin Xiao, it's not that I don't believe in your skills," Chu Guopeng said hurriedly. "On the contrary, your skills have astonished me. I'm deeply astonished!"

"Alright, Uncle, let's not dwell on this. Go on in and see him!"

Chu Guopeng nodded and quickly entered the ward.

The old gentleman had already sat up. His face was glowing with a healthy color, and he looked more vigorous than he had even before his illness.

Chu Guopeng was shocked once more, amazed by Lin Xiao's medical skills. This wasn't medical skill, this was divine magic! It was a miracle!

"Dad, how are you feeling?" Chu Guopeng asked quickly.

"Excellent! I feel ten years younger! No, thirty years younger!" the old man declared, already trying to get out of bed.

Chu Xiangxue gasped. Although she knew her grandfather was fine, the sight of him trying to get out of bed still startled her. Just over ten minutes ago, his eyes had been shut tight, and he looked to be on death's door.

Chu Guopeng didn't stop his father, letting him get out of bed. In fact, he was eager to see what his father would do.

Old Mr. Chu didn't disappoint him. Once his feet touched the floor, he was striding about as if he could fly.

Seeing this, Chu Guopeng couldn't help but give Lin Xiao a thumbs-up. Yes, he was convinced. Utterly convinced. He glanced at his daughter, then back at Lin Xiao. Chu Guopeng felt once again that asking his daughter to seek out Lin Xiao had been the wisest decision of his life.

To be frank, back then, he had only sent his daughter to Lin Xiao because he was a disciple of the Sect Master of Immortal Medicine. But now, Lin Xiao's medical prowess had completely won him over.

"Father, since you're well, let's process your discharge," Chu Guopeng said.

The old gentleman was thrilled. "That's wonderful! I'm so sick of this hospital." He then turned to his granddaughter. "Xiang Xue, go let your Uncle He know!"

Chu Xiangxue nodded but didn't leave right away. Instead, she smiled at Lin Xiao. "Lin Xiao, come with me!"

"Alright," Lin Xiao agreed.

Cheng Shaoshang smiled. "I'll go get the car ready."

Chu Guopeng nodded in acknowledgment.

The three of them left the hospital room. Cheng Shaoshang chuckled and said, "Brother Lin, your medical skills are truly sublime!"

"You flatter me. It just so happened I knew how to treat the old gentleman's condition. If it had been a different illness, I might not have been able to help," Lin Xiao said with a smile.

"You're too modest, my friend. If you can cure an illness this complex, any other would be child's play for you, wouldn't it?"

"You give me too much credit," Lin Xiao replied.

Cheng Shaoshang just smiled. "Xiang Xue, I'll go get the car. See you in a bit!"

Chu Xiangxue nodded, then led Lin Xiao toward the hospital director's office.

Once they were upstairs and saw no one was around, Chu Xiangxue suddenly threw herself into Lin Xiao's arms, looking up at him with a flirtatious smile. "Bad Daddy, you are so freaking awesome!"

Being hugged so suddenly left Lin Xiao a little speechless. "Xiang Xue, this is a hospital, a public place. Mind your image! Don't forget, you're a red-hot superstar right now."

Chu Xiangxue hooked her arms around his neck, her smile dazzling. "I'm not scared. I've already been photographed, and it even became a top trending topic. I don't mind it happening again!"

"But I do! Damn it, your trending topic scandal nearly made my wife divorce me!"

Chu Xiangxue was startled and hurriedly let go of him. "What happened?"

"What do you think happened? The news blew up, so of course my wife saw it. She was incredibly upset and brought up divorce in a fit of anger!" Lin Xiao said, his expression gloomy. Although he and Su Qingning hadn't divorced in the end, the memory still irritated him.

"So, what about now? Does your wife still want to divorce you?"

"Of course not. Otherwise, I wouldn't be in the mood to come all the way to Shengjing."

Chu Xiangxue's beautiful eyes suddenly reddened. Overcome with guilt, she said, "Bad Daddy, I'm sorry. If I'd known this would happen, I wouldn't have hugged you yesterday."

"Forget it. You don't need to blame yourself, it's in the past. But from now on, you have to be more careful. Let's not be so touchy-feely in public. Even if we're not photographed, with a bombshell as beautiful and sexy as you are, I can't handle it either!"

PFFT!

Chu Xiangxue giggled, looking at him with a sultry smile. "So my charm is that great, huh, Bad Daddy? And here I was thinking I wasn't that appealing."

"Cut the crap and go say your piece. After we get your grandfather home, I have to get back to Jinling City."

Yes, Lin Xiao missed Su Qingning. They had been apart for nearly four hours, and it would be a lie to say he didn't miss her.

Upon hearing Lin Xiao was leaving so soon, Chu Xiangxue's mood instantly plummeted. She desperately wanted to say something to make him stay but didn't know how. With a heavy heart, she went to speak with the hospital director and explained the situation.

When the director heard that her grandfather had fully recovered, he was so shocked his jaw dropped. He insisted on seeing the proof with his own eyes, but Chu Xiangxue informed him that her grandfather was already in the car, preparing to leave. If he wanted to visit, he could come to their home. The director finally relented.

After handling the matter, Chu Xiangxue led Lin Xiao out of the hospital. As expected, the old gentleman was already in the car. Lin Xiao had planned to ride with Cheng Shaoshang, but he couldn't refuse Old Mr. Chu's insistence that he ride with him. Resigned, Lin Xiao got into Chu Guopeng's car.

On the way home, Old Mr. Chu kept scrutinizing him.

Lin Xiao finally asked with a smile, "Old gentleman, is there something on my face?"

The remark made Old Mr. Chu chuckle. "How has your master been lately?"

"I don't know. I haven't seen him in a long time."

The old gentleman nodded. "I hear you're in Jinling City now?"

"Yes, in Jinling City."

"Married?"

"Yes, I'm married," Lin Xiao admitted candidly.

The old gentleman smiled. "What kind of girl managed to capture your heart?"

"Of course, she's the most beautiful, gentle, charming, and all-around best woman in the world!"

Old Mr. Chu laughed again. Chu Guopeng, sitting in the passenger seat, smiled as well.

"Son, you are very good, truly excellent," the old man said. "Actually, the reason I asked you to sit with me is that there's something I want to discuss."

"Old gentleman, please speak plainly."

"Well, it's like this... would you mind taking another wife?"

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