Chapter 1702: A Master’s Disciple

“Father, don’t be angry.”

Su Caiwei hurried forward to pat Su Dingfang’s back, then glared at Ma Fu, “Stop dreaming. You were expelled from the sect by Grandmaster back then precisely because you, as a doctor, lacked a Medical skill.

But you, fellow, haven’t repented. For so many years, you’ve only cared about money and never considered your patients. You only treat the rich. What right do you, a person like that, have to inherit Taiping Medical Center?”

Ma Fu, however, curled his lips: “You people are truly sick in the head, just like that Old thing. If you learn Medical skill and don’t make money, then why bother?

You say I only treat the rich, but isn’t that because of your Taiping Medical Center?

I charge ten gold coins for one patient, but you only charge one, sometimes even nothing. How can any poor person come to me then?

If you hadn’t interfered, the entire Tianlang City would only have my Qingde Medical Center. At that time, those poor devils, to save their lives, would come to me for treatment no matter how expensive it was.”

Ye Bufan had remained silent, but from the conversation among the few, he had already understood the whole story.

This Ma Fu was originally a fellow disciple of Su Dingfang, but he lacked a Medical skill and only cared about money, so he was expelled from the sect.

Now, he had set his sights on Taiping Medical Center, wanting to drive the Su Family father and daughter out of this city, then dominate and rake in ill-gotten gains.

At this moment, Su Dingfang said, “Even if Taiping Medical Center burns down, I won’t give it to you. Get out of here now!”

Ma Fu showed no intention of leaving, only chuckling, “My good Senior Brother, there are some things you probably can’t decide. I’m taking Taiping Medical Center.”

Su Dingfang angrily said, “What, are you going to snatch it?”

“How could that be? I’m a doctor, not a bandit.” Ma Fu said with a sly smile, “Today, I represent Qingde Medical Center to challenge your Taiping Medical Center.

If you lose, you will honestly hand over Taiping Medical Center to me, then take your daughter and get out of Tianlang City.

You will never be allowed to return, nor will you be allowed to practice medicine here.

If I lose, I will hand over Qingde Medical Center to you, then get out of Tianlang City, and likewise, will not practice medicine here.

According to the rules of our Medical Dao in Tianlang City, you cannot refuse my challenge, otherwise, you will be directly expelled from Tianlang City.”

Ye Bufan secretly clicked his tongue, never expecting such a bizarre rule in this place.

Su Caiwei angrily said, “Knowing my father is ill, and

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choosing this time to challenge him, do you have no Face at all?”

“Whether you’re ill or not is your business, what does it have to do with me?”

This Ma Fu was absolutely shameless, showing no sense of shame, and chuckled, “Besides, as a doctor, how can you say you’re ill?

If you can’t even cure your own body, what right do you have to treat others?

I say you should just admit defeat obediently and hand over Taiping Medical Center to me. This way, no feelings are hurt, and you and that Old thing can save Face.”

“Stop dreaming, don’t even think about Taiping Medical Center.”

Su Dingfang said, “I can accept your challenge, but I won’t accept the wager. No matter what, Taiping Medical Center will not be handed over to you.”

“What? Are you afraid of losing?” Ma Fu said mockingly, “That Old thing back then favored you the most and taught you all his skills, while I was just a useless disciple expelled from the sect.

Now you’re even afraid of me, doesn’t that mean that Old thing was blind back then?

Even if you’re not afraid of losing Face yourself, if this really gets out, his Face will be completely lost because of you.”

“Shut up!”

Somewhat unexpectedly, Chu Yun, who had been silent, jumped out at this moment, his Face filled with righteous indignation.

“Don’t talk nonsense, isn’t it just a bet? Our Taiping Medical Center accepts.”

As soon as he spoke, everyone present was stunned.

Su Caiwei was first astonished, then cried out, “Senior Brother Chu, are you crazy? Who told you to agree?”

Chu Yun’s Face was filled with grief and indignation: “I was just too angry. How can our Taiping Medical Center be bullied by anyone? And we certainly can’t let him insult Grandmaster.”

Ye Bufan, on the side, saw clearly that Chu Yun’s anger was feigned; on the contrary, his eyes revealed an uncontrollable excitement. This fellow definitely had something strange going on.

Su Caiwei cried out, “No! Only my father has the right to make decisions for Taiping Medical Center. What my Senior Brother said doesn’t count.”

Ma Fu chuckled and looked at Su Dingfang: “My good Senior Brother, you’re not getting more timid as you age, are you? Do you not even have as much spirit as one of your disciples?”

Su Caiwei was about to say something else, but Su Dingfang raised his hand to stop her.

“Since I’ve agreed, then let’s gamble.” A look of determination flashed in his eyes. “If I truly lose Taiping Medical Center, I will go down to apologize to Master, that Old thing.”

Su Dingfang had just thought it through. Just as Ma Fu said,

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if he hesitated and didn’t dare to take this gamble, it would be Master’s reputation that would be lost, which was clearly not what he wanted to see.

“Father…”

Su Caiwei’s Face was filled with anxiety, but at this point, anxiety alone was useless and couldn’t change anything.

“Hahahaha, in that case, let’s sign and seal the agreement now. If anyone goes back on their word, we’ll go to the City Lord to seek justice.”

Ma Fu burst into laughter, taking out a pre-prepared agreement from a servant behind him and handing it to Su Dingfang. It was clear he had come prepared today.

Su Dingfang picked up the paper and pen and glanced at it. The contract was exactly as they had discussed, with no traps, so he directly signed his name at the bottom.

“Hahahaha, it seems Taiping Medical Center is mine.”

Ma Fu laughed loudly, then signed his own name as well. The contract was in duplicate.

In his emotional state, Su Dingfang coughed violently again, a trace of blood oozing from the corner of his mouth.

“Hahahaha, spitting blood, are we? With your body, what are you even competing for?

No matter what, we’re still like brothers. Listen to my advice and just admit defeat. Perhaps you can still save your Old life.

Otherwise, if you really lose to me later, I’m afraid you’ll die of Qi on the spot.”

Su Dingfang’s expression was grim: “Less nonsense. Tell me, how do you want to compete?”

Ma Fu said, “It’s simple: best two out of three. We’ll compete in Medical skill. Whoever wins two rounds wins.”

Su Dingfang said, “Who will judge the outcome?”

Ma Fu smiled slyly again, full of confidence, and said, “No need. My Medical skill is definitely much stronger than yours. You’ll be convinced when you lose.

How about this: the first round will be for the younger generation, and then we two will compete in the second round?”

“Alright.”

Su Dingfang didn’t think much of it and directly nodded in agreement.

“Zhiqiang, the first round is yours.”

As Ma Fu spoke, he turned and beckoned, calling over his son, Ma Zhiqiang, then looked at Su Dingfang, “Who’s going from your side?”

“I will!”

Su Caiwei was originally preparing to compete, but before she could speak, Chu Yun jumped out first.

“Master, I was the one who agreed just now, and I’m the Senior Brother. Let me handle this round. I promise I won’t disgrace our Taiping Medical Center.”

He patted his chest, speaking with unwavering conviction.