"Oh, my dear father, I've been so busy lately. When I heard you were ill, I rushed over to see you. What's wrong, Dad? Are you feeling unwell?"
Wang Hu Zi could spin a yarn without missing a beat, and his flattery was top-notch.
Mo Shi Shou, standing by, gritted his teeth, his face ashen.
Just moments ago, he'd claimed ignorance of his father's illness, and now he was claiming to have rushed back specifically to visit?
"I'm fine, just haven't been sleeping well lately," Old Mo said casually. He then turned his gaze to Chen Xiao and asked, "And who is this?"
"Oh, I forgot to introduce you. This is Mr. Chen. Mr. Chen, this is my adoptive father, Old Mo!" Wang Hu Zi quickly introduced.
"Hello, Old Mo!" Chen Xiao greeted politely.
"Hello," Old Mo nodded at Chen Xiao, a flicker of confusion in his eyes. Why would Jun Yang, this young man, address him so respectfully as 'Mister'?
Mo Shi Shou, on the other hand, let out a cold snort, his gaze towards Chen Xiao openly revealing a hint of disdain.
In his opinion, Chen Xiao was undoubtedly a spoiled young master from some influential family. Otherwise, given Wang Hu Zi's temperament, he wouldn't be so respectful. And he had always held a poor impression of these pampered individuals who relied on family connections to get by.
He said coldly, "You two wait over there. Don't disturb Divine Doctor Xue while he's examining the old man!"
"Brother, what do you mean by that? Who's disturbing the doctor from examining Dad? Speak clearly!" Upon hearing Mo Shi Shou's words, Wang Hu Zi immediately became displeased. He didn't mind being criticized, but he absolutely would not tolerate any disrespect towards Elder Brother Chen!
"What, did I say something wrong?" Mo Shi Shou asked, his face stern.
Chen Xiao quickly appeased Wang Hu Zi, "It's alright, let's wait on the side for a moment. Old Mo's health is more important."
"Hmph, now that's more like it..." Mo Shi Shou snorted coldly.
Then, Divine Doctor Xue spoke calmly, "Mr. Mo, Mo Shi Shou, you both need not worry too much. Mr. Mo's health is not a major issue. I will prescribe a few doses of calming medicine, and within half a month, I can guarantee Mr. Mo will sleep soundly and recover his normal sleep quality."
"That's wonderful, thank you, Divine Doctor Xue!" Mo Shi Shou was overjoyed. He turned to Old Mo and said, "Dad, see? I told you your body is perfectly fine. Are you relieved now?"
"Yes, I'm relieved, I'm relieved. Since you're both here today, don't leave for lunch. Stay and have a drink with me!" Old Mo was in a great mood, not because his health was fine, but primarily because he saw both his sons had returned. People, especially the elderly, no matter how high their status or how great their power, fear loneliness.
"No problem, Dad. If you don't kick me out, I won't leave tonight! Let's drink until we're both satisfied!" Wang Hu Zi said heartily. He was still thinking about the old man's Guan Dao, so he naturally had to keep the old man happy.
However, Mo Shi Shou frowned upon hearing this and said coldly, "Drink what? Dad isn't feeling well lately, don't you go causing trouble!"
Wang Hu Zi glared at Mo Shi Shou, his anger flaring up instantly. However, out of consideration for his father's presence, he couldn't openly fall out with Mo Shi Shou. In the end, he just said sarcastically, "Fine, I'll listen to you. I'll listen to everything you say. You're the official, after all. We common folk must listen to you!"
"What are you yapping about so sarcastically?" Mo Shi Shou glared, his brows furrowed.
"Enough! You start arguing as soon as you get back. Argue, argue, argue! If you keep arguing, get out! If you want to argue, go argue outside!" Old Mo finally lost his temper. Only then did the brothers fall silent, but they both turned their heads away, refusing to look at each other.
At this moment, Divine Doctor Xue had finished writing the prescription and handed it to Mo Shi Shou. "Mo Shi Shou, just get the medicine according to this prescription!"
"Thank you, Divine Doctor Xue!" Mo Shi Shou took the prescription and thanked Divine Doctor Xue again.
Just then, Chen Xiao suddenly spoke, "Mo Shi Shou, may I see the prescription?"
Mo Shi Shou was slightly taken aback. "You understand traditional Chinese medicine too?"
Chen Xiao said humbly, "Just a little."
Mo Shi Shou frowned. He had assumed Chen Xiao was just an unlearned scion of a wealthy family, trying to show off with his superficial knowledge. Perhaps, he thought, Chen Xiao would start criticizing the prescription next! He was about to refuse, but then Divine Doctor Xue smiled slightly and said proudly, "Mo Shi Shou, since this young friend wishes to see it, then let him have a look. This is just an ordinary calming prescription, there's nothing to hide." Divine Doctor Xue was usually well-mannered, but seeing Chen Xiao's young age, he couldn't help but feel a bit dismissive.
"Alright then." Mo Shi Shou, hearing this, handed the prescription to Chen Xiao.
Chen Xiao took it and immediately frowned, saying lightly, "This is indeed an ordinary calming prescription. It's just a pity that it's not the right prescription for the condition."
Mo Shi Shou sneered, "Just as I expected. I knew you'd want to butt in. Wang Jun Yang, hurry up and take your person away. Don't let him make a fool of himself!"
"Who are you calling a fool? Mr. Chen saying that must have his reasons!" Wang Hu Zi, though he didn't understand why Chen Xiao was doing this, knew that he had to unconditionally support Elder Brother Chen in whatever he did.
As Mo Shi Shou was about to erupt, Divine Doctor Xue stopped him and said calmly, "Mo Shi Shou, don't be in a hurry. Since this young friend says my prescription has a problem, I'd like to hear it. What's wrong with my prescription!" Even with Divine Doctor Xue's excellent composure, being told directly that his prescription was not for the right condition made him extremely annoyed! The only reason he wanted to hear Chen Xiao's explanation was because he was certain Chen Xiao wouldn't be able to say anything substantial!
Chen Xiao, however, wasn't thinking that much. He directly stated, "There's nothing wrong with this calming prescription. If an ordinary person took it, at most it would be ineffective, but it wouldn't have any side effects. However, for Old Mo, it's not suitable!"
"Especially the two herbs, Fen Xin Mu and Ye Jiao Teng, in the prescription. Their properties are yin and cold, and they will greatly worsen Old Mo's condition!"
As soon as Chen Xiao finished speaking, Mo Shi Shou shouted, "Enough! You arrogant and ignorant boy, if you dare to spout nonsense here again, I'll have you thrown out!"
"Even I, an outsider, know that traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes 'looking, listening, asking, and feeling the pulse.' You haven't even done the most basic pulse-taking. Do you know what illness my father has? On what basis are you making such wild claims?"
Facing the shouting Mo Shi Shou, Chen Xiao not only didn't get angry but even smiled faintly.
"Mo Shi Shou, as you said, traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes looking, listening, asking, and feeling the pulse. Your father's condition is already written on his face. It's obvious at a glance. His illness is caused by yin evil entering the body, which is commonly known as being possessed!"