Chapter 657: Nolan’s Identity – Part 2
Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
Hua Shifang’s tone was still calm, intending to negotiate with Sheng Mingtang.
Today, he deliberately didn’t bring Sun Chan along, fearing his violent temper might lead to conflict.
It would be best if the Sheng family let them leave according to the agreement. If they refused, at least they shouldn’t start a conflict on the surface. After returning, he and Qin Lu could discuss leaving. It wasn’t wise to confront them face-to-face, as it would give Sheng Mingtang time to prepare psychologically and upgrade their defenses.
“Hua Shifang, isn’t this place good?” Sheng Mingtang inquired, his demeanor notably improved compared to three days ago. Previously reliant on assistance for mobility, he now managed to walk about ten meters unaided. The rapidity of his recovery astonished not only himself but also his attending family physician. As an elderly individual, his metabolic rate paled in comparison to that of a younger counterpart. Coupled with his severe illness, he had languished in a coma for over a year. Even his family physician had predicted that, given the treatment regimen, it would require at least a month for him to attain this level of improvement.
Now, confronted with old age and the ordeal of prolonged illness, Sheng Mingtang harbored a deep fear of mortality. Reluctant to part with a prodigious healer like Hua Shifang, he expressed a fervent desire for Hua Shifang to remain and oversee his ongoing care.
“If there’s anything you’re not satisfied with, you can tell me, and I’ll have it changed until you’re satisfied,” Sheng Mingtang assured, his tone tinged with earnestness.
However, Hua Shifang remained unmoved, maintaining, “Mr. Sheng, as I reiterated from the outset, I cannot remain here indefinitely. I implore you to honor our initial agreement and permit our departure.”
“You may wish to reconsider. I can offer you much more than you think,” Sheng Mingtang retorted haughtily. “Hua Shifang, I am aware of your considerable talents and the esteemed reputation of your medical practice. However, when compared to the stature of the Sheng family, it scarcely holds equal standing.”
Upon awakening, Sheng Mingtang had dispatched individuals to probe into every aspect of Hua Shifang’s background. In truth, several years prior, as his health began to falter, he had sought out Hua Shifang. Yet, residing in seclusion at the time, Hua Shifang remained elusive, leading to the exacerbation of his ailment and his eventual descent into a comatose state.