"Imperial Physician Sun, how is my third brother?" Li Shengguo asked urgently.
Sun Bai sighed and said, "His life is only temporarily saved, and he is still in mortal danger at any moment. The injury this time is too severe. His internal organs are all damaged. It must have been done by a master. He was also shot..."
As he described the various injuries, Li Zhongfu, though his expression remained unchanged, was inwardly terrified and trembling. His body also began to shake slightly. As a doctor, even without personally treating the patient, he knew from Sun Bai's description of the condition that the injury was too severe. Even if his life were saved, he would likely never wake up!
Many imperial physicians shook their heads in helplessness. They had all tried their best, but it was still in vain.
After a moment of silence, Lin Wunan said, "Elder Li, why don't we invite him back?"
"Him?" All the imperial physicians looked surprised.
Sun Bai looked puzzled but soon thought of something and nodded; "Elder Li, perhaps he really can!"
A glint flashed in Li Zhongfu's eyes. He hadn't intended for Li Se to come to the capital so soon because the political landscape there was too complex. However, this time it was out of sheer necessity, so he nodded.
"I'll give him a call," Sun Bai said after thinking. He had a good relationship with Li Se, making him the most suitable person to make the call.
"Even we are helpless, can someone else still cure him?" some imperial physicians asked blankly. How was that possible? This sanatorium gathered the best doctors in China, and if even they were helpless, who else could cure him?
Emerging from the sanatorium, a smile flickered across Lin Wunan's face. He chuckled, "I didn't expect that fellow to come to the capital in this way."
Lin Wanqiu, on the other hand, felt a sense of anticipation. She had indeed been missing Li Se quite a bit recently.
"Dad, I think even if this wasn't the reason, after Third Master's accident, the Li family would have found a way to bring him to the capital. If the Li family loses Third Master, it's equivalent to losing their sharpest sword," Lin Junhao said with a frown.
Lin Wunan nodded. "That's true. However, you should keep a little distance from the Li family lately. It's undeniable that this young man has some abilities, but whether he can stir up any trouble in this capital is still unknown. After Third Master's accident, some families will definitely be restless. And according to my investigation, some families have already begun to try to prevent him from coming to the capital. It's uncertain if he can even reach the capital smoothly this time..."
"Dad, are you trying to distance yourself from the Li family?" Lin Wanqiu asked, surprised. As a young girl, she didn't understand the implications.
"Wanqiu, don't interfere in some matters," Lin Wunan said calmly.
Lin Wanqiu asked, "Dad, did you come here to confirm Third Master's condition?"
"Wanqiu, stop talking," Lin Junhao shook his head. If his sister knew about the family competition, it would likely be very upsetting for her.
Lin Wunan sighed, "Wanqiu, do you really think bringing that Li Se to the capital is for the purpose of treating the Li family's Third Master?"
"Then what else?" Lin Wanqiu asked, bewildered.
Lin Wunan looked at Lin Wanqiu and pondered for a moment before saying, "With so many imperial physicians trying to save him and ultimately being helpless, do you really think the Li family believes he can cure him?"
"Dad, you mean...?" Lin Wanqiu was somewhat surprised.
"Sister, this is just an excuse. A reason for him to come to the capital. In fact, not just us, even the Li family probably doesn't have much hope that Divine Doctor Li can cure Third Master. But the Li family needs a capable third generation," Lin Junhao said softly.
"Let's go, we'll head back. From now on, we just need to watch quietly and see what ripples he can create in the capital," Lin Wunan said no more. His daughter had been protected too much, and her mind was too simple. While this was a good thing, it also made her easily exploitable.
Sky Restaurant.
Li Se was naturally unaware of the events unfolding in the capital. He was enjoying a private dinner with Fang Xiuxiu when Sun Bai's phone rang. He found it strange that Sun Bai would suddenly call him.
"Imperial Physician Sun, is there something?" Li Se inquired.
"Little Friend Li, do you have time to come to the capital? It's very urgent!" Sun Bai's tone sounded somewhat anxious.
"Did something happen?" Li Se asked quickly.
Sun Bai hesitated for a moment and then said, "Yes, a high-ranking figure in the military has encountered some trouble. Several of us imperial physicians are helpless, and now we can only place our hopes on you."
The capital!
Li Se frowned slightly. If he had to treat this military big shot, it would mean going to the capital. He had thought about why he would go to the capital many times, but he never expected it to be for the sake of treating an illness.
"Alright!" Li Se took a deep breath and nodded.
"The military will arrange a special plane to pick you up!" Sun Bai said.
After hanging up the phone, Li Se's expression became a little solemn. He then sent a text message to Xia Bingyun and the others, informing them that he was going to the capital. After sending the messages, he looked at Fang Xiuxiu, "Xiuxiu, we probably won't be able to finish this meal. I have to go to the capital."
"Ah, why are you suddenly going to the capital?" Fang Xiuxiu asked strangely.
"A military big shot there has a health issue, and the imperial physicians are helpless, so they've invited me over," Li Se explained.
"Oh, then come back soon." Fang Xiuxiu didn't think much of it.
Li Se didn't say much more, as he suspected he might end up staying in the capital after this trip.
Meanwhile, at the entrance of the Sky Restaurant.
"Uncle, I just found out that kid is eating here. I've had people tracking him!" Several people arrived at the Sky Restaurant, and the speaker was none other than Wang Pengxuan.
He was accompanied by his uncle and two elders. One of the elders was Wen Tian, the teacher of Guo Liangjun.
"Old Pang, this kid's martial arts skills are quite formidable; even I am no match for him. Let's join forces and capture him!" Wen Tian felt incredibly vexed thinking about being defeated by Li Se last time, especially in front of so many people. It was too embarrassing.
Pang Bing shook his head. "No need. I have now cultivated the artistic conception of Xingyiquan to its highest realm. If you attack me now, it might only take one punch."
"What, you've cultivated to that realm?" Wen Tian was greatly surprised.
Pang Bing's face showed a hint of pride as he slowly said, "The mind and intent are one, intent and qi are one, qi and strength are one, shoulders and hips are one, elbows and knees are one, hands and feet are one... Watch this!"
With a punch, Wen Tian's face turned greatly alarmed. He quickly blocked it, but even so, he was forced back several steps by the punch and coughed continuously.
"Old Pang, I am no match for you now."
Wen Tian said with some shame, "Indeed, I no longer need to act with you. You are sufficient on your own!"