Although Ning Xingchen cursed in his heart, the chance to win a lottery opportunity upon completing the task was highly tempting. After thinking it over, Ning Xingchen silently made his decision.
"Butler Wu, as Doctor Su said, let's begin preparing for the funeral," Zhou Fei sighed.
"Yes!" Butler Wu nodded.
But at that moment, a lazy yet confident voice came from inside the room, "Wait, I can give it a try. Maybe Grandpa Zhou can come back to life!"
As soon as Ning Xingchen finished speaking, the spacious bedroom fell silent as if death had descended.
Many people turned their eyes to Ning Xingchen, including Zhou Sitong. Everyone had different expressions, all fascinating.
After a few seconds of silence, the room erupted in laughter. It was too funny that this young man claimed he could save a dying person. Who did he think he was?
Just a moment ago, Doctor Su had pronounced Zhou Yuanda's death sentence. Now, someone claimed they could save him. This was a blatant slap in the face.
The highly esteemed Doctor Su couldn't save him, but this young man, Zhou Sitong's new boyfriend, thought he could? No one believed it, not even Zhou Sitong.
"Everyone, let me be blunt. Grandpa Zhou's condition is just a minor illness. If I had intervened earlier, he would have woken up by now, and we wouldn't have wasted so much time!" Ning Xingchen's words were calm. Despite the ridicule from the room, he remained composed and unfazed.
Doctor Su's face changed, feeling humiliated. This young man was clearly mocking him, implying that his medical skills were lacking and that he couldn't handle such a minor illness.
"Haha, you joker. Stop fooling around. If you can save Grandpa Zhou, I'll kneel and kowtow to you three times and call you 'Dad!'" At this moment, Ma Hongyu, seeing his opportunity, pointed at Ning Xingchen and laughed until his stomach hurt.
"Idiot, I don't have a son as brainless as you," Ning Xingchen glanced at Ma Hongyu, a cold smile on his lips.
"Young man, don't act rashly. Brother Yuanda is at death's door. Even if Hua Tuo were here, he would be helpless," Doctor Su advised, his eyebrows furrowed, his eyes flashing with disdain.
As a highly esteemed doctor, Su Tianding was quite proud. If even he couldn't treat the patient, anyone else's efforts would be futile. Ning Xingchen's boastful words made Doctor Su extremely displeased.
If Ning Xingchen really revived Zhou Yuanda, Doctor Su's reputation would be ruined. He'd have to pack up and retire, never practicing medicine again.
Most people in the room thought Ning Xingchen was deliberately showing off, bragging, and trying to act impressive.
Ning Xingchen's inner resolve was unwavering. Ignoring the sarcastic comments around him, he approached the bed.
"What are you going to do?" Zhou Fei quickly stopped Ning Xingchen, clearly not believing in his extraordinary ability.
"Heal and save a life!" Ning Xingchen softly uttered four words.
"Don't act recklessly. If Doctor Su couldn't do it, can you?" Despite his strong control, Zhou Fei couldn't help but show a hint of ridicule on his face.
"Heh, don't blindly worship Doctor Su. As the saying goes, 'There are mountains beyond mountains and people beyond people.' Even the mighty King Chu had to take his own life at Wujiang, while the weak King Han conquered vast territories. Perhaps I know more about medicine than Doctor Su!" Ning Xingchen's words left everyone in shock, eliciting bursts of laughter. They looked at him as if he were a fool. Had this kid taken the wrong medicine?
Did he drink before coming here? He was talking nonsense!
"Damn it, let him try. If he can save Zhou Yuanda, I'll write my name backward, eat hot shit, and quit practicing medicine to farm at home," Su Tianding, thoroughly provoked by Ning Xingchen's confidence, made a furious vow.
"Doctor Su, you said it. No backing out!" Ning Xingchen smiled.
"If I back out, I'm your son," Su Tianding said firmly, utterly convinced that Ning Xingchen couldn't save Zhou Yuanda. In his judgment, the old master had less than an hour to live.
"Haha, didn't expect to come to the Zhou family and gain two sons for no reason."
"Where are you going?" Su Tianding asked coldly, thinking Ning Xingchen was about to run away.
"I need to prepare!"
"Senior, do you really have a way?" Zhou Sitong asked Ning Xingchen, half-believing him. After all, her grandfather was critically ill. Unless a divine intervention occurred, a miracle was unlikely.
"Of course, I keep my word. Wait for me; I'll be right back." Ning Xingchen smiled and left the room.
Outside, he quickly found a quiet, secluded corner. Inside the room, Ning Xingchen had been somewhat nervous, but his acting skills kept him from showing it.
"System, damn it, what do I do now?" Ning Xingchen knew that if he couldn't save the old master, he would not only lose face but also plummet in Zhou Sitong's esteem, becoming a fool in everyone's eyes.
"Host, don't be mean to me."
"Cut the cute act and tell me what to do!" Ning Xingchen was exasperated.
"Host, there's a pill in the system shop called the Rejuvenation Powder, which can extend life," the system responded.
Without hesitation, Ning Xingchen searched the system shop for the Rejuvenation Powder. Seeing it, he winced at the high price. Buying it would deplete his points.
Should he buy it or not? It was a tough choice for Ning Xingchen.
In the end, he gritted his teeth and bought it. He couldn't bear to see Zhou Sitong cry and be heartbroken.
After purchasing, a white jade bottle appeared in his hand. He uncorked it, and a fragrant aroma wafted out, revealing a thick green liquid inside.
Ning Xingchen didn't linger, tucking the bottle into his pocket and heading back to the master bedroom.
Ten minutes had passed, and Ning Xingchen hadn't returned. The room was filled with murmurs.
Especially Ma Hongyu, who was adept at stirring the pot, sneered, "You don't need to wait. I bet that coward took this opportunity to run away. He's nothing but a fraud, and anyone who believes him is a fool."
"Exactly. Young people are so impulsive. Boasting occasionally is normal. As a renowned doctor, I won't stoop to his level," Doctor Su chuckled, also suspecting that Ning Xingchen had fled.
"Haha, Dad just stepped out for a bit, and my two foolish sons are already missing me?" Ning Xingchen sneered, pushing the door open.