After witnessing Tang Yuxin's willingness to accept the shares he donated, Xu Hu rose from the ground, a smile gracing his face.
"Director Xu, your courage is truly exceptional," praised Nie Jiuxuan.
Before learning about Horn's identity, Xu Hu had decisively given away shares with a market value of three billion based on his attitude towards Horn—a gesture beyond the capabilities of ordinary individuals.
Humbly, Xu Hu responded, "Mr. Nie, I am deeply grateful."
He promptly took out his mobile phone and initiated the transfer of shares to Tang Yuxin, aiming for swift implementation.
Nie Jiuxuan's sinister gaze fixed upon the members of the Alchemy Club, his face displaying disgust. "Why don't you all leave?" he demanded.
Trembling, the Alchemy Society members, with their Dantian abolished, rendering them incapable of becoming Alchemists, stood up. Even Linzhou Immortal Martial Academy could no longer accommodate them.
"Take her with you!" Nie Jiuxuan pointed at the unconscious Liu Na.
The Alchemy Club members approached and assisted Liu Na. With no escape from responsibility, they harbored anger. As they left hurriedly, the notion of venting their emotions on Liu Na crossed their minds.
Avoiding eye contact with Horn, Mr. Nie, and others, they lowered their heads, supporting Liu Na as they departed.
Once Xu Hu concluded his phone call, he attempted to approach Horn.
However, a sudden violent cough interrupted him. He covered his mouth with his right hand, blood flowing between his fingers uncontrollably.
Coughing up blood for over two minutes, Xu Hu finally ceased. He took a deep breath and apologized to Horn, saying, "Mr. Su, I apologize for my indiscretion."
As they conversed, Xu Hu turned around and coughed twice more. Horn observed Xu Hu thoughtfully.
"Director Xu, are you okay?" Tang Yuxin inquired, expressing concern as she had accepted shares in his name.
"I'm fine; it's an old problem," Xu Hu reassured, waving off the concern.
Nie Jiuxuan chimed in, "Mr. Su, I came to the Spirit Medicine room of the academy to search for a medicinal material. Dong Xu has a serious lung problem. I gave him several three-star elixirs I refined earlier, but it had no effect. I want to try one last time. However, the chances of curing Dong Xu are low. Fortunately, I came to the academy today due to Director Xu's matter; otherwise, Cheng Zhi would undoubtedly cause a bigger incident."
Nie Jiuxuan subtly probed to see if Horn would request assistance from the powerful individual behind him to save Xu Hu's life, considering the significant gesture of Xu Hu giving away half of his shares.
Calmly, Horn addressed Xu Hu, "Xu Hu, come here."
Complying, Xu Hu approached Horn obediently.
"For the sincerity you showed earlier, I'll give you a gift now," Horn said calmly, hinting at a connection between them.
"Mr. Su, you are too polite! How can I accept a gift from you!" Xu Hu protested before he could finish his sentence.
Without waiting for him to complete his refusal, Horn abruptly slapped a palm down, the fierce palm wind evident.
Bang—
Extremely fast!
Xu Hu, taken by surprise, hadn't expected Horn to strike with such speed. His eyes widened as he had no time to evade the incoming palm.
Upon impact, Xu Hu was sent flying more than two meters backward, leaving Nie Jiuxuan frozen in confusion. Why did Horn suddenly attack Xu Hu? The motive behind the swift assault eluded him.
Tang Yuxin and Wang Menglu, too, wore puzzled expressions as they looked at Horn. Wang Menglu, displeased, voiced her concerns, "Horn, you can't be so petty. Director Xu just apologized and gifted Xiao Xinxin shares worth 3 billion. Don't you think you've gone too far?"
Tang Yuxin, biting her lip, defended Horn, stating, "I believe Horn is not such a person. He must have his intentions in doing this."
Wang Menglu, pulling Tang Yuxin aside, retorted, "Xiao Xinxin, it seems you have really been influenced by Horn. Although I admire him greatly, we cannot distort the facts happening right in front of us."
Nie Jiuxuan, uncertain, remained silent. Horn, touching Tang Yuxin's head, reassured her, "Yuxin still understands me. This palm, Xu Hu, is my gift to you. Are you satisfied?"
Struggling to rise from the ground, Xu Hu managed to stand, and a "pop" echoed as a large mouthful of blood spurted from his mouth. Wang Menglu exclaimed, "Horn, you've gone too far!"
Nie Jiuxuan's expression kept changing. Just as Wang Menglu was about to continue, Xu Hu hurriedly approached Horn, bowing deeply, "Mr. Su, I am very satisfied with your gift. Thank you for helping me cure my lung disease! You are my great benefactor!"
Bent at ninety degrees, Xu Hu showed no intention of standing up straight. As he mentioned Horn helping cure his illness, Wang Menglu glanced at the ground, where the black blood he had spat out lay.
Could Horn have healed Xu Hu's lung disease with just one palm? Even Mr. Nie's three-star elixir couldn't have such an effect on Xu Hu. Wang Menglu found it hard to believe, questioning, "Director Xu, please don't lie to us! Are you sure Horn was helping you just now?"
Attempting to nod, Xu Hu's expression suddenly changed. Wang Menglu commented, "I knew there wouldn't be such a bizarre way of treating diseases! Director Xu, you are not telling the truth."
Tang Yuxin's focused gaze on Xu Hu, and Nie Jiuxuan's narrowed eyes, conveyed skepticism.
Ignoring Wang Menglu's doubts, Xu Hu sat cross-legged, initiating the techniques in his body. The surrounding spiritual energy surged towards him. After a few minutes, Xu Hu emitted a low growl, and his peak Innate aura swiftly ascended to Innate Great Consummation. His face took on a healthy flush, and a violent aura surrounded him.
Kneeling before Horn again, Xu Hu expressed gratitude, "Mr. Su, I have never had a breakthrough since I suffered from lung problems. I will remember your great kindness to me."
Witnessing Xu Hu's breakthrough, Wang Menglu stared in disbelief. Horn's palm not only cured Xu Hu's lung disease but also propelled him to Innate Great Perfection—an outcome beyond normal comprehension.
Proudly, Tang Yuxin remarked, "Menglu, I just said that Horn is not such a person. Now, do you believe it?"