"That is true! Jiang Yi has surpassed his master, and his medical skills are already far above his teacher's. Moreover, Jiang Yi's master did not record the Ten Great Acupuncture Techniques in this book; these are secret skills that cannot be passed down!" Smith said.
Smith's words were entirely accurate. Jiang Yi's medical skills had far surpassed his master's. Even if all Chinese medicine practitioners learned Jiang Yi's master's abilities, Jiang Yi would still be the foremost divine physician in the capital. His master had once praised Jiang Yi, calling him a once-in-a-millennium medical prodigy. Jiang Yi was destined to lead Chinese medicine to even greater achievements.
Suddenly, screams echoed from outside. Jiang Yi, Stephen, and Dongfang Mei hurried out. Upon reaching the main hall outside, they saw a masked figure standing in the courtyard. Stephen's bodyguards were all lying on the ground, lifeless. These bodyguards were highly skilled individuals, yet they had been effortlessly subdued by the masked assailant. Stephen's face turned grim.
"You are Jiang Yi?" the masked figure's cold gaze fixed on Jiang Yi.
"Indeed, I am Jiang Yi!" Jiang Yi raised an eyebrow.
"I came today only to take your life. I did not expect Mr. Stephen and Miss Dongfang to be here as well. Since that's the case, I don't need to find you one by one. Today, I will kill you all together!" the masked figure's voice was filled with murderous intent.
"You were sent by my uncle, weren't you!" Jiang Yi said, staring at the masked figure.
"Since you already know, I have no need for further words. I've heard your skills are remarkable, and I've been wanting to test you today to see just how capable you are!" the masked figure said dismissively.
"Very well, I shall let you witness it!" Jiang Yi smiled faintly. This masked figure possessed some skill, but he was no match for Jiang Yi. Jiang Yi did not take him seriously.
"Can you handle it?" Stephen asked Jiang Yi, a hint of worry in his voice. Although he knew of Jiang Yi's prowess, he still feared something might happen to him.
"Don't worry! I can handle this guy!" After speaking, Jiang Yi looked at the masked figure. "Stop dawdling and make your move!"
The masked figure remained silent, gripping his sharp dagger and lunging directly at Jiang Yi. The masked figure's attacks were extremely cunning, clearly the work of a professional killer. At least a gold-tier assassin. However, his luck had run out, for he had encountered Jiang Yi. After a couple of exchanges, Jiang Yi gauged the masked figure's killing techniques, exploited a weakness, and directly downed him. Giving the masked figure no chance to react, Jiang Yi delivered a kick to his chest. The masked figure rolled back four or five meters. The places Jiang Yi struck were the most vulnerable parts of the human body. The masked figure now understood Jiang Yi's skill, but he had already lost the strength to resist.
"It seems your country's assassins are nothing special!" Jiang Yi scoffed.
"Don't celebrate too soon. Your uncle has bribed assassins from the entire organization. Countless assassins will be targeting you soon, and you won't live for three days," the masked figure said.
"What is the name of your assassin organization?" Jiang Yi asked.
The masked figure said nothing, blood flowing from his mouth. His head lolled to the side, and he collapsed onto the ground, dead on the spot. Jiang Yi went to examine the masked figure's body and discovered that the man had poisoned himself. After his assassination attempt failed, the masked figure had secretly swallowed poison. This poison was instantly lethal. With his medical skills, Jiang Yi could have saved the masked figure's life, but he chose not to. Jiang Yi would not save an assassin whose hands were stained with blood.
"Jiang Yi, we must leave here quickly. This place is too dangerous," Stephen said. Jiang Yi nodded and walked out of the villa. Jiang Yi did not take the assassin organization lightly; his concern was for Stephen and Dongfang Mei. Stephen possessed no combat skills, and although Dongfang Mei was skilled, she was pregnant and unsuitable for fighting. Jiang Yi intended to evade these assassins for the time being.
After leaving the villa, Jiang Yi and Dongfang Mei returned to the castle. As for Stephen, he had parted ways with Jiang Yi midway. Jiang Yi's uncle had already begun his actions, targeting not only Jiang Yi and Dongfang Mei but also Stephen. Therefore, Stephen needed to return quickly to prepare for any unforeseen events.
When Jiang Yi and Dongfang Mei returned to the castle, the fifty bodyguards hired by Old Li had already arrived and were patrolling the courtyard. These bodyguards were professionals, but facing members of that assassin organization, they were utterly helpless and served merely as a facade. Jiang Yi planned to find an opportunity to train these bodyguards properly. Although time was tight, Jiang Yi had a method to improve their skills significantly in a short period.
Entering the hall, Jiang Yi took a sip of tea. "Young Master, are you satisfied with these bodyguards?" Old Li asked Jiang Yi.
"They are just ordinary bodyguards, and their skills are unlikely to be exceptional. If they encounter any top-tier assassins, they will be useless," Jiang Yi said. Although Jiang Yi had not seen these bodyguards in action, he could tell from their lethargic movements.
"How about this! I will contact other bodyguard companies and replace them with top-tier bodyguards," Old Li suggested.
"There's no need for such trouble, and besides, even replacing them won't help!" Jiang Yi said. "When I have time, I will teach them some skills." Hearing this, Old Li was stunned!
Just then, a commotion arose outside. Jiang Yi, concerned that the assassins might pursue them directly to the castle, hurried out without further thought. Upon reaching the courtyard, he saw that all fifty-odd bodyguards were lying on the ground. A familiar figure stood nearby. It was none other than Chen Kun.
Seeing Jiang Yi, Chen Kun hurried over and said to him, "Brother, I apologize. These bodyguards were shouting at me just now, and I couldn't control myself, so I taught them a lesson. How about this, I'll cover their medical expenses."
"Their skills are indeed mediocre. Since you're here, teach them some real skills, perhaps they can be of some use!" Jiang Yi said to Chen Kun.
"Brother, I traveled all this way to help you set up your company. You want me to teach these fellows skills, I won't do it," Chen Kun said urgently.
"What are you rushing for?" Jiang Yi smiled. "Setting up the company is the main business. As for these bodyguards, I'm asking you to teach them in your spare time." Hearing this, Chen Kun was relieved.
Jiang Yi introduced Old Li to Chen Kun. Afterward, Jiang Yi introduced Chen Kun.