Chapter 1537

Zhu Yanyi nodded, understanding clearly. She could have predicted Yan Aohan’s actions. "Then be careful," she said softly. That was all she felt the need to add.

Whenever Yan Aohan went out, Zhu Yanyi always prepared plenty of medicine for his self-defense. Beyond that, her only concern was his safety.

Yan Aohan smiled faintly and nodded. "I leave the day after tomorrow. I should be back in about a week. Don’t worry about me. It’s just a small matter, easily resolved."

"Mm." Zhu Yanyi nodded with a smile. Given Yan Aohan’s abilities, she naturally trusted him completely.

"By the way, no one in Zhu City can treat the illness affecting the Zhu family there. Moreover, this situation has only been discovered in the Zhu family branch in the eastern part of the city. To prevent rumors, the relevant authorities in Zhu City have not allowed the Zhu family members to leave. Currently, food and daily necessities are brought in by special personnel wearing gas masks. The higher-ups are paying close attention to this matter. They will likely seek you out within the next couple of days."

The incident involving the Zhu family in Zhu City was already within Zhu Yanyi and Yan Aohan’s expectations. Hearing this, Zhu Yanyi nodded slightly. "I have long been prepared. The Zhu family in Zhu City never imagined this would eventually fall upon me."

"Indeed, they never thought it would come to you," Yan Aohan laughed from the side.

Zhu Yanyi thought for a moment, then said, "I don’t plan to cure them all at once. I’ll take it slowly. After all, I still have other patients to attend to."

Yan Aohan nodded slightly, smiling. "So, what is your plan?"

"First, let others attempt to treat them. Wait until everyone confirms that they cannot be cured, and then I will go. Only then can I demonstrate my true capability. It will also make the Zhu family in Zhu City understand that my rise is inevitable. Regardless of anything, the status of the main branch must shift to me. Even if I didn’t want it, it is rightfully mine." Zhu Yanyi spoke with a playful smile, then adopted a casual demeanor.

"Since I have taken this step, I must maximize the benefits. The Little Divine Doctor does not appear for just any situation. If someone else could treat them, there would be no need for the Little Divine Doctor to intervene. Only when it is confirmed that no one else can cure them does my appearance hold the most negotiating value."

Yan Aohan laughed heartily upon hearing this. "You are becoming more and more like a fox."

"I learned it from you," Zhu Yanyi replied seriously. "I became this way because of you. As the saying goes, if you haven’t eaten pork, you have at least seen a pig walk. So, one might say, near ink, one gets black; near Aohan, one becomes a fox."

Yan Aohan had to admit that Zhu Yanyi’s approach was sound. "Since that is the case, let’s proceed as you say. I will support you."

Zhu Yanyi nodded with a smile. "You will also need to put in a good word for me with the higher-ups."

"Alright, I will handle it properly." This was a trivial matter for Yan Aohan.

"Father will return the day after tomorrow. Zhou Feng will bring him back directly," Yan Aohan said. "Things in the Four Towns went relatively smoothly. Zhu Chanyao has already transferred the position of clan leader to Zhu Leiyao." He made sure to explain everything clearly.

"Uncle Leiyao is quite decent," Zhu Yanyi nodded slightly. Zhu Leiyao’s character was indeed good. Having her as the clan leader of the Zhu family in the Four Towns was certainly a good choice.

"Additionally, I received news that Father plans to have Zhu Chanyao come to the capital to develop. My eldest brother-in-law called me about this. The main reason is that Zhu Chanyao voluntarily transferred the position of clan leader. Therefore, Father intends to help Zhu Chanyao. If Zhu Chanyao stays in the Four Towns now, he might face criticism." Yan Aohan shared the news he had received with Zhu Yanyi one by one.

Zhu Yanyi sighed. "I never expected Uncle Chanyao to have such courage in the end. I always thought Uncle Chanyao’s personality was too weak. Although he became the clan leader, it was essentially Great-Grandfather who was acting as the leader. So, I actually looked down on Uncle Chanyao quite a bit. I never imagined he would have the courage to voluntarily transfer the position of clan leader. It seems he has indeed improved significantly."

"You speak of him as if he were a child," Yan Aohan said, sometimes feeling speechless when looking at Zhu Yanyi.

Zhu Yanyi smiled. "I am just expressing my feelings. If Uncle Chanyao had been firmer, none of this would have happened. Great-Grandfather might not have ended up with a tarnished reputation in his later years."

"Mm." Yan Aohan had to admit that Zhu Yanyi’s words held some truth.

The incident involving the Zhu family in Zhu City began to spark continuous discussion in the capital. Finally, it was decided to send a special medical team to treat them first. Of course, many excellent doctors were dispatched, including Qu Zhong.

Qu Zhong went because he was on leave in the capital, and someone approached him. Qu Zhong did not refuse. Doctors naturally go wherever there are difficult cases. However, he did make a suggestion: "I have some research into poisons, but I truly have no expertise in inexplicable illnesses. I can go, but I believe the most reliable way is to have my junior sister step in."

The staff member responsible for coordination helplessly said, "It would naturally be best if the Little Divine Doctor intervened. But if others can cure them, it would be too troublesome for the Little Divine Doctor to get involved. Therefore, the higher-ups’ intention is for us to go first, assess the situation, and if we can treat them, that is best. If we cannot, then we will contact the Little Divine Doctor."

Qu Zhong understood after hearing this. Given Zhu Yanyi’s current status, if she were called for every matter, she would be too busy. Therefore, they had to try others first. If others could cure them, that would be ideal. If not, they would have to invite Zhu Yanyi again.

Since the decision had been made, Qu Zhong did not mind. She would go to Zhu City with them. However, before leaving, she went to see Zhu Yanyi.

When Zhu Yanyi saw Qu Zhong arrive, she was somewhat curious. "Second Senior Brother, how do you have time to come here?"

"I have been in the capital all along. I have been on leave for nearly a week, but I have been taking my own time off, so I haven’t gone out. Now, I am about to depart for Zhu City, so I came to see you and also to ask for some medicine," Qu Zhong said with a smile.

Zhu Yanyi coughed twice, then said, "Second Senior Brother, are you going to the Zhu family in Zhu City?"

"Yes," Qu Zhong nodded. "Several staff members came to me, hoping I would go. I thought about it, and since I have nothing else to do recently, I decided to go. Anyway, I have thought it through. If it doesn’t work, there is still you, my junior sister."

Zhu Yanyi looked at Qu Zhong with a half-smile, then finally said, "Then what do you want to ask me for, Second Senior Brother?"

"Some Spirit Spring water," Qu Zhong said directly.