“Mom, this really isn’t my fault. Who knew that Lin Fan, so young, could be, be so powerful!”

After a while, the spouse and several family members all left the ward with awkward smiles.

Only Yang Xiuxiu was standing in the corridor, looking worried.

While having her head bandaged by the nurse, she was also quite aggrieved as she complained.

“Xiuxiu, are you really that stupid? That Lin Fan obviously has a notable background, and you couldn’t just humble yourself a bit?”

“Exactly, exactly! Your father is just one step away from worshipping Lin Fan like an ancestor, yet you, the stubborn girl, just keep being hard-headed!”

“I think you’re just spoiled by being surrounded by all those stinky men at school, raising your standards too high. And now, you’ve finally met your match!”

The family members all walked up with dark faces, complaining to Yang Xiuxiu in a low voice.

“You can’t say that; my Xiuxiu is still quite outstanding. Over the years, those who want to propose have nearly worn out the family’s threshold!”

The spouse snorted, feeling a bit embarrassed, and promptly spoke up in favor of Yang Xiuxiu.

“Sister-in-law, I think you’re becoming muddle-headed with age. Those folks can’t compare to Lin Fan!”

A short, skinny man rolled his eyes in frustration, full of anger at her lack of understanding.

“I know Mr. Wang. Do you know his family background? He’s the grandson of the Wang family!”

Wha-, what?

The grandson of the Wang family… gasp!

Could it be, it’s the Wang family ranked in the top three elite families in the Imperial Capital?

Boom!

Instantly, the spouse was dumbstruck, mouth agape for quite a while.

The others were equally shocked, their pupils wide as if they’d seen a ghost.

Four eyes met, everyone gasped in disbelief, then all turned to look at Yang Xiuxiu.

“I, I didn’t know. I just knew Mr. Wang has a deep background, holding a very high status in the circle, being a leading figure among young warriors in the Imperial Capital…”

Yang Xiuxiu’s eyes turned dazed and her delicate body trembled violently.

Did she miss something?

Just because of her stubbornness and the sense of superiority she had developed over time, she didn’t apologize to Lin Fan in time.

Thus, she missed the opportunity for Lin Fan’s acupuncture, and the friendship of Mr. Wang and others in vain!

“Your foolishness, you, you, you! You fool! Why didn’t you kneel and apologize to Lin Fan earlier? You, you are truly infuriating me!”

The spouse was trembling with anger, full of regret.

As if missing out on a five-million lottery ticket.

She slapped her thigh violently and poked Yang Xiuxiu’s forehead hard, nearly fainting on the spot.

“Mom, how can you say that about me too! I already said, I didn’t know, it was all a misunderstanding!”

Yang Xiuxiu’s red lips quivered, she gulped back her sobs, feeling wronged.

Those tear drops uncontrollably rolled down from her swollen eyes again.

“I truly resent spoiling you so much usually, leading to missing such a good opportunity!”

Slap!

The spouse regretted so much that her intestines were turning green and suddenly slapped herself hard!

What a wonderful opportunity, as long as a good relationship with Wang Yang and others is established.

Given Yang Xiuxiu’s outstanding appearance, she wouldn’t have to worry about finding a wealthy family heir as a boyfriend?

Then, the entire Yang family could rise to prominence, entering a completely new level!

“But, but what can I do? Didn’t you see Lin Fan didn’t even want to bother with me?”

Seeing her mother upset and continuously wiping tears.

Yang Xiuxiu cried again, stomping and sobbing.

“Alright, alright, let’s just blame your bad luck, little girl, not having that fortune.”

“Yes, yes, let’s not think about finding Lin Fan again, lest you upset him further.”

The family members all shook their heads, sighing emotionally, and each departed.

Leaving only the mother and daughter, faces full of dejection, squatting on the ground, silently bearing the strange gazes of onlookers passing by.

“Alright, the hidden dangers in your bodies have all been resolved.”

Time ticked by second by second.

The moon outside was bright and the stars sparse; it was already late at night.

Inside the ward, Lin Fan looked tired, finally finished acupuncture for the last injured warrior.

He put away his needle kit, nodding towards the ecstatic Wang Yang and others.

“Brother Lin, no more words, wherever you need us in the future, just say the word!”

“Yes, yes, from now on, we are like real brothers!”

Thump, thump!

Everyone kneeled down heavily on one knee, moved to tears with their eyes red.

That night, not only did Lin Fan resolve the major worry in their hearts.

Additionally, a few lucky ones had their meridians cleared, their martial prowess soared!

The happiest person was Wang Yang, who was trembling with excitement.

He had succeeded, miraculously becoming a Qi Condensation Grandmaster in his thirties!

“Actually, at first, I didn’t want to save you.”

Lin Fan shook his head, indicating for everyone to stand up.

“I have no duty to clear the Shen family’s debts… But I also don’t want to see so many outstanding warriors have their futures ruined because of the Shen family.”

He showed a hint of sentiment, exhaling a long breath of foul air.

These guys before him, although mostly carry the arrogance of Imperial Capital’s elite sons.

But likewise, they are the inheritors of major war zones, the future pillars of Xia Country Military!

If left unchecked, it would cause great harm to the country.

And there would be no successors, incapable of resisting foreign invasions!

“Even though I’m no longer in the army, Lin Fan has never been a deserter, and I would never watch my comrades die without helping!”

The resounding voice echoed in the hospital room.

Wang Meng shuddered, his cheeks convulsing fiercely.

Wang Yang and others all had moist eyes, choking and trembling.

Even Master Yang and the others were solemn, nodding in deep agreement.

Even the patients and medical staff secretly watching from outside the door were moved, with thumbs silently raised in their hearts for Lin Fan.

“Brother Lin, you’re not a deserter, you were harmed by traitors, bearing a false reputation!”

Wang Yang stood up, clenching his fists, his eyes frighteningly red.

“We will do our utmost to clear the injustice from seven years ago!”

“Yes, if the elders at home can’t do it, we’ll keep at it until the day we succeed!”

The rest also stood up, solemnly promising Lin Fan.

“Alright, it’s getting late, you should all go back… Stay away from the harmful spirit of the Shen family, I don’t have much energy to give each of you acupuncture.”

A warm feeling coursed through Lin Fan’s heart, and he smiled at everyone.

His words lightened the atmosphere, causing everyone to smile sheepishly.

“Yang Xiuxiu, why haven’t you left yet?”

“Are you lingering here, still trying to get close to Brother Lin?”

The group bid farewell and left the hospital room.

But they saw Yang Xiuxiu dazedly squatting in the corner of the hallway.

Sensing this, Wang Yang felt a bit angry, approached with a stern question.

Others saw and also followed, showing displeasure.

“Mr. Wang, you’re from prominent families and have extraordinary backgrounds, why call that guy brother?”

Yang Xiuxiu’s weary eyes moved slightly, hoarsely questioning in confusion.

“Hm, though you’re in the National Martial Arts Circle, don’t you know the rules?”

The short-haired female warrior coldly laughed and turned, looking at the hospital room with reverence.

“Do you know why we willingly call Lin Fan brother? Because years ago, he single-handedly gained our respect through combat!”

Wh-what?

Lin Fan is that formidable?

He looks at most in his early twenties!

Upon hearing this, Yang Xiuxiu’s chest heaved suddenly, almost biting her tongue in shock.

“Hm, you’re not mistaken, it may be embarrassing, but we have nothing to fear.”

Wang Yang’s face showed unease, glancing around before leaning closer to Yang Xiuxiu and speaking softly.

“Back then, Lin Fan was only fifteen, just graduated middle school, yet swept through Imperial Capital’s National Martial Arts Circle!”

“…Then, why have I never heard of his stories?”

Yang Xiuxiu stood up and asked through gritted teeth.

“You don’t know a thing, he was invincible in the circle, he wouldn’t even notice us.”

“Later, he was specially admitted into university, dropped out after a year to join the military… ahem, forget it, you wouldn’t understand, go home, stop blocking the way!”

Realizing he nearly slipped, Wang Yang hurriedly coughed twice, urging Yang Xiuxiu to leave quickly.

“Did I… really make a mistake?”

Yang Xiuxiu followed the crowd downstairs, turning back with each step towards the hospital room.

In her eyes flickered deep pain and confusion.

Suddenly, she felt that all her past achievements and glory were meaningless before Lin Fan.

Seemed so ridiculous, so laughable!

An apology that remained unspoken, causing her life to pause at a crossroads.

And alas, when she desperately wanted to speak, there was no chance…

With a heavy heart, Yang Xiuxiu lowered her head in sorrow, as she left with tears.

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