Howeser waved his hand dismissively, "In my entire life, I've never been willing to be second to anyone. I thought that as I got older, I would no longer have a chance to shine. Who would have thought that in the end, I would face a problem that even the greatest medical experts couldn't solve?"I've lived a worthy life!" Howser laughed heartily.Seeing Howser's demeanor, Chester's eyes filled with a deep sense of sorrow. Having followed Howser for so many years, their relationship evolved far beyond that of master and disciple—they were more like family. Chester understood better than anyone just how strong-willed the old man lying on the bed was. The thought of him spending the rest of his life in a wheelchair was something Chester knew Howser couldn't truly be at peace with, despite the calm front he put on."Sigh," Chester let out another heavy sigh. No one expected a seemingly minor issue to escalate to this extent."Grandpa, don't be so pessimistic!" At that moment, Ida's
Hearing Liam's words, a cold sneer flickered across the face of Ida, who was standing behind him. She could not understand where Liam got the courage to speak like that, especially at this moment."Young man, no matter what kind of medical skills you've learned," Qassim said with a frown, "isn't it a bit excessive to be this arrogant?"He felt he was more than polite to Liam. Yet, Liam seemed rather full of himself."I'm not being arrogant," Liam replied calmly, shaking his head. To him, he was simply expressing his inner thoughts. Regardless of whether Qassim was from the Medical Guild or not, Liam believed he could handle everything before him on his own.However, to Qassim, Liam's calm words sounded extremely arrogant. "Then I want to see what skills you have!" he declared, stepping aside and watching Liam coldly.Liam, however, paid no attention to the surrounding situation. After speaking, he moved to stand beside Howser."Liam," Howser began, opening his mouth as if to sa
It seemed like a new approach was necessary.Liam squinted his eyes, lifted a finger lightly, and applied pressure with the force of twelve cuns, making a subtle vibration."Hmm?"Upon seeing this, Qassim made a surprised sound, standing stunned in place."Master Xera, what’s wrong?" Ida hurriedly asked, noticing the situation."How does he know the Floating Four-Section Pulse Diagnosis?" Qassim stared intently at Liam, his eyes filled with disbelief."Is that method uncommon?" Ida felt a sudden jolt in her heart at Qassim’s sudden change."For ordinary traditional Hestian medicine practitioners, this pulse diagnosis method is completely unknown!" Qassim nodded heavily.The Floating Four-Section Pulse Diagnosis was handed down from the medical sage Jarold Zoriah's 'Golden Chamber Essential Prescriptions'! In the traditional Hestian medicine community, it was been lost. Only within certain medical circles were there scattered inheritances, and even then, most members of those
"Who's making that noise?!"Upon hearing the abrupt voice, Ida frowned deeply and looked up, her anger palpable. They chose this tranquil estate for Howser's recovery precisely because of its quiet environment. Yet now, someone dared to create noise, disturbing Howser!As she glanced toward the source of the sound, she was momentarily taken aback. Nothing seemed out of place. Liam's fingers rested lightly on Howser's wrist, and with each gentle tap of his index finger—Thump—Thump—Thump—A sound, reminiscent of a heartbeat, echoed continuously. Each tap from Liam's finger produced a dull, resonant noise."What is he doing?" Ida, unable to understand the situation, turned to Qassim with a look of dissatisfaction and asked, "Master Xera, what exactly is that fraud Liam doing, making such a loud noise?"However, her question went unanswered. Qassim, upon witnessing the scene, stood rooted to the spot, eyes wide and face filled with shock. Each reverberating sound seemed to strik
"At some point in time, I never dared to imagine that I would be fortunate enough to meet such a Grandmaster of the healing arts!" Qassim could not care less about Ida's thoughts. He gazed in a daze at Liam ahead, his expression full of utmost reverence.Regardless of the impact this had on Qassim and Ida, Liam, after performing the Floating Four-Section Pulse Diagnosis, narrowed his eyes. The conclusion he reached was the same as Qassim's. Aside from the damage caused by the incomplete Lesser Nine Skies Tai Chi Fist boxing he performed when he first met Howser, Howser's pulse was steady and strong, showing no signs of any problem. That slight damage could not possibly be the cause of Howser's paralysis. Liam furrowed his brow."G-Grandmaster Burrey!" Qassim seemed to notice Liam's confusion and spoke carefully and respectfully, "I have also felt Mister Ulrick's pulse. Indeed, it is extraordinarily steady without any anomalies. Perhaps Mister Ulrick's issue doesn't stem from th
The legendary 'Three-Part Nine Pulse Diagnosis' technique, passed down from the Classic of Internal Medicine, was lost even among their Medical Guild.Qassim and his peers only heard of this rare pulse-diagnosing method through legends. They did not know exactly how it was performed but had a rough idea from hearsay.Observing Howser's reaction while he lay on the sickbed, Qassim was certain that Liam was using the Three-Part Nine Pulse Diagnosis technique."This-"Qassim's eyes were filled with disbelief. But this was just the beginning. After using the comprehensive diagnostic method on Howser, Liam frowned. He still could not identify the root cause of Howser's ailment. It seemed as if there was nothing wrong with Howser's body, even though his lower half was completely numb.Liam narrowed his eyes. The next moment, he clasped Howser's wrist with a sudden grip.'Pulse Meridian Method' from the 'Compendium of Pulses'!Seeing this, Qassim trembled, nearly collapsing to the grou
Although Liam did not know the exact extent of Howser’s medical expertise, the earlier reaction from Qassim gave him some clues. Even with such advanced medical skills, Liam could not make a definitive diagnosis about his condition. There was no need to dwell on it any further.However, the thought of possibly never being able to stand again cast a shadow of disappointment in Howser’s eyes. Just then, something seemed to strike Liam. He narrowed his eyes suddenly.“When did you first start losing sensation in your lower body?” Liam asked, looking up at Howser.“It began on the third day after I started practicing the real Little Lesser Nine Skies Tai Chi Fist that you taught me,” Howser sighed softly.“No, that’s not right.” Liam shook his head as if he made a decision. “Think back more carefully. Was there anything unusual on the first day you practiced Little Lesser Nine Skies Tai Chi Fist?”“I-” Howser was taken aback by Liam’s words. He furrowed his brows, deep in thought. S
"Your most cherished aspiration?" Liam's question caught Howser off guard.Howser could not fathom why Liam suddenly brought this up. Yet, those words stirred countless memories."I didn't expect you to remember a casual remark," Howser said, a complex smile flashing across his face. "When we first met, I mentioned that after decades of martial arts training, my greatest aspiration was to cultivate internal energy and become a master of internal martial arts!"He sighed softly, "But after decades without progress, and now with my legs disabled, it seems even more unattainable."Howser's obsession with martial arts was intense. Even in his eighties, he practiced martial arts daily. Achieving the legendary internal energy was a dream he held close."Grandpa..." Ida's face reflected her bitterness. She knew his thoughts well, as did anyone close to Howser. His passion for martial arts was well-known.Initially, Ida thought Liam could deceive Howser with the promise of teaching marti
In the very next moment…As soon as Charles and the others processed what was happening, they hurriedly turned to Liam, frantically urging, "Liam, you need to leave now! This time, you’ve really gotten yourself into trouble!"Even though Charles and his companions still had not figured out what exactly was going on in front of them, and they had no idea who the woman who suddenly appeared was or what her relationship with Liam might be, they were absolutely certain that this time, Liam had truly stirred up major trouble!Despite Liam and the mysterious woman who appeared behind him both displaying impressive skills, they were still only two people.When faced with United Financial, Liam wouldn’t stand a chance of resisting.Not to mention—breaking Godfrey’s leg had completely severed any chance of reconciliation with United Financial. With Godfrey’s vengeful nature, this would undoubtedly escalate to a fight to the death!In Charles’s eyes, Liam’s only option was to flee immedi
"Don’t! Don’t you dare interfere with me!"Sensing the bodyguards' movements, Godfrey suddenly snapped awake. His face twisted with fury, his eyes bloodshot as he roared, "Kill him for me! Kill him!"The searing pain in his leg distorted Godfrey's features, but none of it could mask the blazing anger inside him.He, Godfrey, had been beaten into this state by a mere useless ex-convict!Even the Lloyd Group, the former backer of that useless ex-convict, Liam, wouldn’t have dared to treat him this way!Who gave him the nerve to do this?At the instant Godfrey's order rang out, the two bodyguards who had initially rushed toward him abruptly turned around. They swiftly drew retractable batons from their waists and aimed them straight at Liam’s head!"Yes! Beat him to death for me! I want his skin peeled off!"Godfrey's body trembled as he screamed madly at the scene before him.However, just as the two batons were about to strike Liam from both sides...A flash of cold light strea
Charles could not just stand by.However, Liam had not continued speaking yet.The moment Godfrey heard Charles’s words, his eyes widened abruptly, and an exaggerated grin appeared on his face."Liam?"Godfrey extended a finger, pointing straight at Liam, his tone dripping with sarcasm as he asked, "You wouldn’t happen to be that Liam, famed in South City, would you?"It was clear he had heard of Liam’s exploits."I don’t know anything about being famed in South City."Liam looked at Godfrey calmly and said, "I am Liam Burrey.""Hahaha!"Hearing Liam’s response, Godfrey burst into uncontrollable laughter, clutching his stomach. His laughter was saturated with ridicule. "I can’t take it! You’re killing me!"I thought the Hensworth family found someone reliable to back them up, but it turns out it’s just a useless piece of trash!"And you dare spout nonsense about breaking my legs?"Shaking his head, his face was full of disdain. "Now it’s clear—you people have lost your mind
"Liam…"Seeing the scene before her, Valerie trembled.When she first heard Godfrey’s merciless words, her heart burned with grief and indignation. Yet, Valerie also understood that in the face of this situation, she did not have any viable solutions.The moment she realized Godfrey was from Union Finance, Valerie knew the Hensworth Group was nothing in comparison.What’s more, the Hensworth Group was currently on the brink of bankruptcy and had to rely on Godfrey for help!She never imagined Liam would step up at such a moment.After all, she had only asked Liam to pretend to be her boyfriend; there was no real relationship between them.And Union Finance wasn’t just powerful. Its background was incredibly mysterious.There were long-standing rumors that Union Finance in Qyn Province had connections to Juneau.Otherwise, the Nosh family could not have dominated the vast financial market and remained unshaken for so many years.Even if Liam might be capable of resolving this,
"I…"Hearing this, Charles was momentarily stunned.But in the end, he shook his head and said, "Mister Nosh, if Union Finance truly can't approve a loan for the Hensworth Group, then so be it."We'll figure out another way…"Charles's voice was low and heavy. At first, he genuinely believed Godfrey wanted to be with Valerie. But now it was clear Godfrey had no such intentions—he only wanted to toy with Valerie. How could Charles possibly agree to this?At the same time, his heart was filled with regret. He had almost become the one to push his daughter into a pit of fire!"You'll figure out another way?"Godfrey's expression darkened. He glared at Charles coldly and sneered. "Ten billion in loans, just to have Valerie play with me for a while! I really didn't know that any wh*re on the market could be this expensive!""If you don't agree, I'd like to see which other financial institution in Qyn Province would dare lend to you without Union Finance's approval!"The entire orde
"What’s wrong with you?"Hearing this, Godfrey furrowed his brows and said in a dissatisfied tone, "How long has it been? How could you not handle such a simple matter?""You still want that loan from the Hensworth Group approved, don’t you?"He immediately reprimanded Charles."Whether or not I’m with you is my business, it has nothing to do with my father!"Upon hearing this, Valerie immediately understood the implication behind Godfrey's words. Although she had just been angry with Charles, she could not allow Godfrey to speak to her father like that."Then what exactly are you thinking now?"Hearing Valerie's words, Godfrey turned his head, his eyes flashing with an inexplicable light as he looked at her. "The other day, I asked you to go out for drinks. Why didn’t you go?"The reason Godfrey had come in and started pressuring Charles was that he sensed that Valerie seemed uninterested in him.However, he had not expected Valerie to suddenly speak up at this moment."I did
"Dad, Liam really does have the ability to help our Hensworth Group…"However, hearing Liam’s words, a hint of urgency flashed across Valerie’s face. She quickly spoke, as though she wanted to persuade him of something.Even though, up until now, Valerie did not know the full extent of Liam’s influence, after the last class reunion, she was very certain—Liam helping the Hensworth Group would definitely not be a problem!"Valerie! You and Liam, both of you get out of here!"Before Valerie could finish speaking, she was interrupted by Charles. His face darkened as he pointed toward the nearby door and barked harshly."Come back when you’ve thought things through!"The Hensworth Group was already on the brink of a crisis. Yet Valerie was still stirring up trouble. Right now, Charles did not even want to see her!"Dad…"Seeing this, Valerie opened her mouth, as if she wanted to say more.And just then—Bang!A loud noise rang out. The villa door of Valerie’s home was violently k
"I…"Hearing Charles’s words, Sebastian froze. His once-straight back slowly hunched over.Charles was not wrong.If the Lloyd Group were dealing with some minor trouble, maybe he could help. But if the crisis was so severe that marrying off Valerie was the only solution, there was nothing Sebastian could do.After all, he had stepped away from the Lloyd Group’s management and handed it over to Charles many years ago.Sebastian had long since lost much of his influence.Now, he was just an old man who spent his days watering flowers and pulling weeds.At that moment, a wave of frustration washed over him.As for the truth behind Charles’s words, he did not ask much. Sebastian knew his son well. If the situation were not dire, Charles wouldn’t be saying such things.Just then, Liam’s voice rang out, slow and steady."How serious could the Lloyd Group’s crisis be for you to be in such a rush to marry off Valerie?"He narrowed his eyes slightly, fixing his gaze on Charles."Yo
The young man standing before them, tall and handsome, could he really be the person described in those rumors?"Dad! Mom! You just don’t understand!"Valerie's delicate face was filled with urgency as she looked at the scene before her. "Liam really isn’t like the rumors say.""I honestly think that being with him is an honor for our Hensworth family. Please, you have to trust me!" she pleaded desperately."Grandpa just had a chat with Liam earlier. Why don’t you ask him? Doesn’t he also think Liam is great? He’s truly amazing. Everything I know about him barely scratches the surface!"As she spoke, Valerie turned her gaze to Sebastian, seeking his support.What she wanted to convey to Charles and Janell was not just about seeking their approval for her to be with Liam.At this point, Valerie only wanted to clear Liam’s name!"Sigh..."Hearing her words, Sebastian let out a deep sigh.He raised his head to look at Charles, his tone softening slightly. "It really hasn’t been