Chapter 518 - Chapter 518: Chapter 525: Watch Closely (2/2)
Han Yu nodded, his usually stern face finally showing some relief. With the Divine Doctor’s arrival, he hoped his wife would get better. As for his relationship with the Divine Doctor, Han Yu couldn’t decipher Sikong Ling’s current plan, but he knew that Sikong wouldn’t end things well. It was best to keep hidden things hidden; they might prove useful later on.
Meanwhile, Sikong Ling had also received news of the Divine Doctor’s whereabouts through the Jianghu – not far from here, in a small village. Without hesitation, Sikong Ling personally set out to invite him.
It was said that the Divine Doctor was not only skilled in medicine but also had a very peculiar temperament. Sending underlings with uncertainty of success was not Sikong Ling’s style. Before leaving Peach Blossom Valley, he made a point to activate the valley’s mechanisms. Even with all his ability, Han Yu mustn’t dream of leaving with Su Wenyue.
Even though the arrival of the Divine Doctor would likely keep Han Yu from leaving, Sikong Ling disliked unexpected developments. The news of the Divine Doctor raised doubts in his mind; its authenticity required verification by seeing the person in question.
“Keep a close watch on Han Yu in the valley. Don’t let him tamper with anything,” Sikong Ling instructed the Phantom. He had been displeased with Phantom’s subtle self-interests before and had kept them away from Su Wenyue. Though he knew Phantom would never betray him, he simply felt uncomfortable. But now, Phantom was the best choice to watch over Han Yu.
Though Sikong Ling often mocked Han Yu, deep down, he acknowledged Han Yu’s abilities. The fact that Han Yu had come this far in such a short time demanded respect, which was why Sikong had taken such precautions.
“Master, rest assured, your subordinate won’t let Han Yu have any opportunity to meddle,” Phantom assured.
Sikong Ling approached the village, wary and doubtful, and indeed found the Divine Doctor, solidifying his confidence. No matter what, he had located the Divine Doctor. Although it all seemed to be going too smoothly, arousing suspicion, confirmation could only come upon meeting him.
Regardless of how Sikong Ling confirmed that this person was the Divine Doctor, without prior acquaintance and based solely on sharp eyes and available information, if he could not discern even this, he did not deserve the title of Young Master of the Sikong Family. The old family head had chosen Sikong Ling not only out of personal affection but also because of his genuine ability to handle the position.
Although Sikong Ling had found the Divine Doctor, the doctor had no intention of dealing with him, not even sparing him a glance, simply ignoring his presence. Sikong Ling greeted him kindly, only to receive treatment worse than that given to an ordinary person.
The more the Divine Doctor acted this way, the more Sikong Ling felt assured of his authenticity. This sort of reaction seemed normal. Any feelings of unease from before were brushed aside as he focused on how to persuade the Divine Doctor to come to Peach Blossom Valley. Reflecting upon it, Sikong Ling felt somewhat foolish; knowing the Divine Doctor’s location, he should have had Han Yu come to invite him. Why did he bother coming only to face difficulty?
With a wry smile, Sikong Ling acknowledged that ever since Su Wenyue entered his life, he seemed to have become quite unlike himself.