Qin Xue glanced at the badge on Jiang Yuyan’s chest and said, "Dr. Jiang, right? This rascal’s medical skills are really impressive. There was once a case at the First People’s Hospital where many doctors were helpless and thought the patient would die. In the end, it was him who saved the patient. Because of this, our criminal police brigade awarded him a Good Citizen certificate."
She was speaking up for Xu Xiangbei solely to prevent Zhou Fuya from being too upset.
"Who is this lady?" Jiang Yuyan asked, looking at Qin Xue with curiosity in her eyes.
"I’m part of Jiangcheng’s criminal police brigade. My name is Qin Xue, and this is my police ID." Qin Xue said as she pulled out a small red notebook from her waist bag and handed it to Jiang Yuyan to confirm her identity.
"Really? Sister Qin, is Brother Xu really so amazing? Can he really save my grandfather?" Zhou Fuya, who had been dazed, instantly perked up upon hearing Qin Xue’s words.
Seeing Qin Xue also speaking for him, Xu Xiangbei said smugly, "Of course, I’m not like those other quacks. When I step in, I guarantee miraculous recoveries, just like magic!"
This arrogant demeanor made Qin Xue grit her teeth in frustration. She regretted speaking up for him but couldn’t sabotage him since she was hoping Xu Xiangbei could save Zhou Huaming.
Jiang Yuyan began with surprise but finally spoke with reluctance, "Oh, so it’s Officer Qin. However, this is a medical matter, not one for the police. Miss Zhou’s grandfather’s condition is indeed beyond hope, even if deities were to come, they couldn’t save him. There’s no need to put on a show here to comfort her.
If he can’t be saved, the one who will be heartbroken in the end is still Miss Zhou. The result will be the same anyway; you might as well help her accept it earlier. Otherwise, giving her false hope only to lead to despair might be too much for her to bear!"
Upon hearing Jiang Yuyan’s words, Zhou Fuya’s expression darkened again, her face turned pale, and she began to tremble as if she might break down at any moment.
"It’s you who can’t save him because you’re all quacks. How can you compare to me? Little Ya, don’t listen to these quacks. Trust Brother Xu; he will definitely save your grandfather!" Xu Xiangbei hurriedly comforted her when he saw her expression.
"Who are you calling a quack? Don’t make accusations lightly. Although I might not be as renowned internationally, I have practiced medicine for many years, graduated with a doctorate from the Central Medical University, and participated in international medical competitions, winning first place at the 55th International Medical Exchange Competition. I’ve been a doctor for 15 years, seen numerous cases, performed countless surgeries, and have always been diligent and honest!"
Jiang Yuyan became agitated when Xu Xiangbei called her a quack. To her, it was not just about reputation; it was an insult to her career.
"I didn’t mean to insult Dr. Jiang. What I meant was that I can save Old Master Zhou Huaming." Xu Xiangbei might have realized he was a bit too harsh, so he quickly apologized.
As the saying goes: Better to provoke a petty person than a woman! Especially a pretty woman.
At this moment, Xu Xiangbei wished he could slap himself. How did he let those words slip out? While what he said was true, he should have been more tactful.
Jiang Yuyan’s expression improved slightly but she wasn’t buying it, "You can save someone? Ha, I bet you can only talk someone back to life."
"How about this, Dr. Jiang, let’s make a bet! How about it?" Xu Xiangbei grinned mischievously.
"Dr. Jiang, don’t listen to this rascal. Don’t bet with him, he only wants to take advantage of you. His medical skills are really high, he will definitely save the person, and you’ll end up losing!"
Hearing the word "bet," Qin Xue’s face turned red as she quickly shouted, afraid Dr. Jiang would fall victim to this rascal again.
To Jiang Yuyan, Qin Xue’s expression suggested disdain for her, a lack of faith in her medical skills. She even suspected Qin Xue and Xu Xiangbei were acting, putting on a double act to deceive her.
"Tell me, what do you want to bet? I’m always ready, even willing to bet my life. I just fear if you lose, you’ll hide away crying or refuse to acknowledge it!" Jiang Yuyan’s face bore a mocking smile as if she saw through their plot.
"Does Dr. Jiang have a boyfriend?" Xu Xiangbei, seeing her like this, had a growing smile in his eyes.
"Not yet, why?" Jiang Yuyan noticed his mischievous gaze and felt a bit alarmed but remained calm.
She was usually busy most of the time. Although the queue of pursuers could stretch along Jiangcheng’s riverside, she had no time and didn’t like them. Most liked her for her pretty face and figure, which she was rather confident about.
"That’s great! So, Dr. Jiang, if I can save Old Master Zhou Huaming, you’ll marry me. How about that?" Xu Xiangbei’s smile grew more intense.
Before Jiang Yuyan could speak, Qin Xue jumped up first, cursing, "Rascal, dream on! What sneaky plans are you up to now? Trying to deceive her again, well, think again, you won’t succeed!"
"Dr. Jiang, don’t bet with him. This rascal is always scheming. Plus, marriage is a lifelong deal. If you lose, it’s over, you know?" Qin Xue’s voice was adamant, fearing Jiang Yuyan would suffer a loss.
Her actions were just play-acting for Jiang Yuyan, indicating she and Xu Xiangbei were colluding to intimidate her.
Hmph, do you think I’ll fall for your tricks? Jiang Yuyan thought quietly to herself.
"Alright, if you save him, I’ll marry you. But if you don’t, what then?" Jiang Yuyan’s eyes gleamed with meaning, looking confident, as if she held all the cards. Staring at Xu Xiangbei was like looking at a lamb ready for slaughter. Hmph, rascal, if I win, just wait to see how I handle you.
"If I lose, you can do whatever you want. You can even have my life. If I lose, I’ll give you one billion, how about that?"
Xu Xiangbei felt ecstatic, imagining getting a beautiful wife without cost. Looking at her figure and face, she was the cream of the crop. Xu Jiangbei was so pleased he nearly drooled.
"Dr. Jiang, don’t fall into this rascal’s trap. A whole life’s youth ruined by him!" Qin Xue shouted, fearing Jiang Yuyan would fall into the wolf’s claws.
"Am I only worth one billion? Three billion!" Jiang Yuyan was inwardly delighted, her eyes full of visions of piles of money. Three billion! To anyone, it wasn’t a small amount. The hard work a doctor puts in for a lifetime, even until they die, wouldn’t add up to this much.
"Okay, three billion it is, just hope you won’t back out when the time comes!" Xu Xiangbei felt today was his luckiest day; his future plans for a prosperous household were taking shape.
"You just better not back out, a promise is a promise!" Jiang Yuyan spoke with authority, like a queen who controlled the life and death of others.
"It’s over, it’s over! Dr. Jiang, you’ve fallen for his trick! Your whole life tied down just like that. Thankfully, it’s only a verbal agreement. You’re a woman, you can still back out. Just don’t sign anything or make it official, or you’re done for!"
Qin Xue regrettably lamented at the side, as if seeing a promising woman about to be ruined by a rascal.
"My word is my bond, how could I back out? But what if you, Xu Xiangbei, back out, who would I complain to? You’re right, Officer Qin, we should put it in writing, then you can’t escape!" Jiang Yuyan said, as if catching onto something, her eyes flashing with wisdom.
Xu Xiangbei wished he could strangle Qin Xue for always undermining him. But hearing Jiang Yuyan’s words, he couldn’t help but thank his lucky stars as if a miracle had occurred!
"Well, I think it’s unnecessary! I keep my word, surely Dr. Jiang can trust me!" Xu Xiangbei’s heart was already galloping away, but he showed a facade of reluctance.
"Don’t make it official, Dr. Jiang. Otherwise, you’ll be ruined for life. Xu Xiangbei is digging a pit for you!"
Qin Xue was so anxious, like an eunuch in distress, her eyes nearly in tears.
Hmph, they think I can’t see through this ploy? When you want to back out, no way, I’m set on getting three billion, Jiang Yuyan laughed to herself.
"It’s not about trust, but black and white make it clear. It’s better for everyone, don’t you think? Are you chickening out?" Jiang Yuyan had started using reverse psychology.
"Alright!" Xu Xiangbei’s face turned bitter, like he’d eaten bitter melon, his inner spirit was already flying away.
Jiang Yuyan immediately grabbed two prescription slips. With a few swipes she wrote the agreement, signed her name, and had Xu Xiangbei sign it before they exchanged papers.
While holding this note, Xu Xiangbei felt triumphant, as if a gentle breeze was blowing.
At that moment, he felt the sun was so bright, life was so wonderful.
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