"Second Master, you will be proud of your choice today."
Twenty minutes later, the car arrived at an old compound. Guards at the entrance checked the car's occupants before allowing it to proceed.
After getting out of the car, Fu Kang said, "Master, you just need to follow me."
The two entered a three-story building, one after the other. As soon as Ye Tian stepped inside, he noticed over a dozen people sitting in the large living room. They were dressed in various ways, and some had medical kits beside them, suggesting many were renowned physicians.
A man in his forties stood at the foot of the stairs. Upon seeing Fu Kang, his expression darkened slightly. "Second Brother, where have you been?"
Fu Kang walked forward in small steps and said softly, "Big Brother, this is the divine doctor I painstakingly invited! Let him try!"
The man frowned. "Is he reliable?"
Fu Kang replied, "Big Brother, although I like to have fun, I've never made a major mistake, have I? When it comes to important matters, I'm more cautious than you."
This was true; Fu Kang had only caused minor troubles, never any significant ones.
Fu Kang glanced at Ye Tian and said, "Let's go upstairs."
Seeing so many doctors present, Ye Tian knew the condition of the Fu family patriarch was dire.
Upon reaching the second floor, a plainclothes guard approached. After a few brief questions, he began to search Ye Tian.
Knowing the esteemed status of the person inside, Ye Tian allowed the search.
After the search, the guard nodded, and Fu Kang led Ye Tian through a door.
Beyond the door sat an elder in his sixties, with a broad forehead and a wide mouth, possessing a dignified appearance. Ye Tian had seen this face on the news more than once; the man's status was clearly noble.
At the moment, the elder's complexion was slightly sallow. He was seated on a sofa, with a middle-aged man kneeling before him, administering acupuncture. Several medicine bowls were also placed nearby.
After finishing the acupuncture, the middle-aged man wiped his sweat and quickly moved to leave.
Fu Kang's elder brother was waiting at the doorway. He asked in a low voice, "How is it?"
The middle-aged man sighed softly, "The situation is worsening. I can't improve it. Please find a solution quickly."
Fu Kang's elder brother's expression darkened. He strode to the elder's side and said in a low voice, "Father, Xiao Kang has found a very skilled doctor. May I have him examine you?"
The elder, looking unwell with dark circles under his eyes, sighed lightly and said, "I've seen seventeen doctors today, and none have been able to alleviate my suffering?"
Fu Kang also stepped forward and said, "Father, believe in Kang'er. This time, it will surely be effective!"
The elder looked at Fu Kang. This son was the most mischievous and troublesome, yet in his heart, he favored his younger son more, as he resembled himself in his youth.
"Alright," he nodded gently.
Ye Tian then came forward and sat beside the elder to take his pulse.
After five to six minutes, he nodded slightly.
Fu Kang was overjoyed, as this indicated Ye Tian had a way to cure him. He immediately waved his hand, "Everyone, get out!"
However, no one obeyed him. The elder, understanding his son, saw the joy on his face and said calmly, "Everyone, leave."
Thus, the five individuals with different responsibilities in the room departed one by one, leaving only the three of them and Ye Tian.
Fu Kang took a deep breath. "Sir, please speak frankly!"
Ye Tian asked, "Elder, do you often have nightmares?"
The elder nodded. "That's right. As soon as I close my eyes, I dream. It's strange; the dreams are all jumbled nonsense."
Ye Tian then pressed on three specific points on the elder's head and asked, "Do these three areas often ache?"
The elder replied, "Yes. They throb constantly, one beat after another. It's gotten worse these past few days, making me dizzy, lightheaded, and nauseous."
Ye Tian nodded gently and said, "If I'm not mistaken, the elder has been afflicted with a 'Yan Gu'."
Fu Kang and his brother's expressions changed. "Gu?"
The elder remained quite calm. "Sir, what is this 'Yan Gu' you speak of?"
Ye Tian explained, "It's something that can slowly kill a person. You can think of it as a slow-acting poison."
A flicker of killing intent flashed in the elder's eyes. He said faintly, "Someone has placed this on me?"
Ye Tian affirmed, "It must be!"