Li Xiang was in a panic. He was only thirty-one, and his best years had just begun. He could not accept the fate of dying at forty!
Old Li said, "Little Ye Divine Doctor, what should Li Xiang do?"
Ye Tian replied, "Recite Buddhist scriptures for three years, eat vegetarian for three years, and do good deeds for three years. For these nine years, you must not drink alcohol, stay away from beautiful women, do not get angry, and maintain a peaceful state of mind. Only then can you preserve your life."
Li Xiang was stunned. Reciting scriptures, eating vegetarian, and not being able to drink or be with women – what was the point of living?
Ye Tian added, "Of course, if Young Master Li does not change and continues as before, it doesn't matter. After all, some people pursue the richness of life, not the length of it."
When people are subjected to significant shock, they often gain clarity. Li Xiang suddenly sighed and slowly sat on the sofa. "Divine Doctor Ye, I will listen to you!"
Ye Tian nodded. "That's good. I will tell Old Li how to proceed, and you must listen to him then."
Li Xiang nodded. "Alright."
"Young Master Li, you may go and attend to your matters."
With his heart eased, Li Xiang left. Old Li then asked, "Little Ye Divine Doctor, will Li Xiang truly die at forty?"
Ye Tian chuckled. "He does have an ailment, but he might not necessarily die at forty. However, there is still a risk. I exaggerated his condition deliberately to make him more aware."
Li Taishi remarked, "You told him to listen to his father; that's a brilliant move. From now on, whether it's out of genuine intent or fear of illness, he will be very obedient."
Ye Tian stated, "Young Master Li's body is already showing various problems, and he indeed needs to be careful. This will do him no harm."
Old Li was very pleased. "Doctor Ye, thank you so much!"
Ye Tian replied, "Young Master Li is a smart person, but he may not necessarily believe me. If nothing unexpected happens, he will likely try my medical skills again."
Li Taishi and Old Li exchanged a glance. The former said, "Let alone him, if we didn't know your background, we would have taken you for a fraud."
At eight o'clock, Li Xiang indeed returned. This time, he brought a woman with him. The woman was in her early twenties, very beautiful, but her complexion was pale, and she seemed very weak.
Li Xiang said, "Divine Doctor Ye, my girlfriend hasn't been feeling well lately. Can you examine her?"
Ye Tian took her pulse for a moment and was slightly surprised. "She is intersex."
Intersex refers to individuals who possess both male and female characteristics and have two reproductive systems. The probability of this in the population is less than one in ten thousand.
Li Xiang feigned surprise. "Intersex? What should be done?"
Ye Tian glanced at him and said, "Naturally, it is up to her to decide. She can choose to be a woman or a man. However, her constitution leans towards being female, so I suggest the latter."
Li Xiang nodded. "Divine Doctor Ye's medical skills are truly profound and admirable."
Ye Tian replied, "You flatter me."
A short while later, Li Xiang left with the woman.
Li Taishi shook his head. "This rascal, bringing an intersex person to test your medical skills."
Ye Tian commented, "He likely believes me now. Old Li, you can seize this opportunity to curb his temperament."
Old Li expressed his gratitude. "Little Ye Divine Doctor, if Li Xiang can change his ways, that would make me happier than curing my own illness."
Ye Tian checked the time. "Old Li, it's getting late. I should take my leave."
Old Li smiled. "You cannot leave. I have already arranged for wine. You must stay for dinner tonight."
Ye Tian waved his hand. "Perhaps another day. My girlfriend is waiting for me at the hotel."
Li Taishi chuckled. "Father, I will arrange another gathering later to properly thank Divine Doctor Ye."
Old Li had no choice but to agree. "Very well. Little Ye Divine Doctor, you must visit often when you have time. I have a few old friends who have some health issues; you can examine them then."
Ye Tian replied, "Alright, I will come again next time."
After leaving the Li residence, Ye Tian returned to the hotel to find Lin Ziyi. Lin Ziyi, who had not been out during the day, became energetic in the evening and dragged Ye Tian to stroll through the antique street.
Beijing's antique street is famous both at home and abroad, but most of the items sold are handicrafts, with very few genuine antiques.