Chapter 16: 16. Chapter 16: Meeting Again

Chapter 16: Meeting Again

It sounded somewhat unreliable, but Bai Yanhua had indeed transferred one million yuan to Qin Yike.

Since the mobile app could not handle large transfers, she called her bank manager directly and sent her driver to handle the matter.

When Qin Yike received the SMS notification of the arrival of the funds, her heart skipped a beat.

One million yuan—in her past life, she truly wouldn't have spared a glance at such a small amount! As a successor groomed by her family, she had grown up amidst fame and fortune; what hadn't she seen? To think someone wanted to hire her for just one million was like a dream.

But things were different now! Now, she was just an ordinary person. People from ordinary families might work hard their entire lives and still not earn a million.

Making money wasn't actually difficult for Qin Yike; what she lacked was trust and opportunity. Who would have thought that her initial trust and seed money would come from Bai Yanhua! With just a few words, the woman had transferred the money to her bank card. It was evident that this woman was indeed extraordinary and possessed great decisiveness.

"The money has arrived, right? I wonder when Miss Qin will be able to treat my son."

Qin Yike took out paper and a pen from her bag. "I'll write two prescriptions first." She lowered her head and began writing rapidly, soon filling several pages.

"Prepare a bathtub for him. Every day when he bathes, put this external medicine into the tub. As for the oral medicine, decoct three bowls of water into one bowl, to be taken once in the morning and once in the evening for seven consecutive days."

Bai Yanhua took the prescriptions, feeling skeptical.

"If you trust me, use them. If you don't, I will transfer the money back to you right now, and from then on, we shall act as if we never knew each other."

"Miss Qin, you worry too much. Of course I trust you!" Bai Yanhua spoke the polite formalities, but she was actually gambling! Moreover, with her influence, she could make it impossible for Qin Yike's family to stay in this county at any time, so she wasn't particularly worried.

Qin Yike naturally understood the other woman's thoughts; she indeed had the ability and the confidence.

"The treatment is divided into three stages. I don't need to examine the patient yet; these first seven days are the most critical. He must abstain from meat, fish, and spicy foods; everything else is fine! If the patient is uncooperative, the medicinal effect will be diminished! If he cooperates, his physical condition will show significant improvement after one week!"

Bai Yanhua nodded. "Alright, I will contact you again after seven days."

"Fine!" Qin Yike said. "Go buy the medicine first. These aren't easy to find! However, with the Hong family's wealth, it shouldn't be a problem."

Bai Yanhua nodded, tucked the two prescriptions into her bag, and left the central park with her driver.

Qin Yike stood up and performed a few stretches.

The weather was wonderful; with money in her card, her mood instantly improved!

Melodic music drifted from a distance. At some unknown point, several elderly people in martial arts uniforms had begun practicing Tai Chi sword in the open space to the music.

The slow movements of the Tai Chi sword were very suitable for elderly exercise; it placed little strain on the body and could help soothe the muscles and activate the meridians, making it an excellent form of exercise. After watching the routine twice, Qin Yike had already learned it. She picked up a branch from the roadside and, following the music, began to perform at the back of the group.

Soon, everyone was drawn to the young girl. They stopped their sword practice and gathered around to ask, "Have you practiced before?"

"No, I just watched you all, and then I knew how!" Qin Yike replied, caught between laughter and tears.

"How is that possible!"

"Young people have quick wits! Unlike us, who are old and have rusty brains; we can't remember anything and learn everything slowly."

Qin Yike hurriedly said, "Maybe it's because I practiced something else before, so it all connects!" She was truly terrified of being surrounded; these seniors must be quite lonely to be this enthusiastic toward a strange young girl.

"The girl has practiced?"

"I told you, you can tell she has a foundation. Just look at her sword stance; it's like she's read books on it."

Qin Yike chuckled. "I've practiced a little."

An enthusiastic older woman handed her a martial arts performance sword. "Come, young lady, show us a few moves."

Qin Yike felt awkward whether she accepted it or not.

However, the seniors were simply too enthusiastic. Someone took the lead in applauding, and others began cheering.

Oh boy!

Having no choice, Qin Yike could only cup her hands in a respectful salute. "Then I shall perform a short segment!"

The crowd's enthusiasm soared, and they applauded again.

Qin Yike took the sword and stood poised.

Suddenly, her aura shifted. Her entire being became sharp and fierce. Her opening stance involved stepping forward with bright, pointed fingers, followed by a turning cloud sword, then a cross-legged balancing intercepting sword, a stepping upward slicing sword, and finally, a flying flower flourish.

The movements were as smooth as flowing water, pleasing to the eye and striking.

"Good! Truly excellent!"

"You can tell she has basic skills!"

Qin Yike stabilized herself, finished the routine, and quickly handed the sword back to the lady beside her. "Um, I have things to do, so I'll be going now."

"Hey, young lady, stay and be our coach!"

Qin Yike repeatedly declined. "I don't know anything else. Besides, I have to go to work. Goodbye, aunties!" With that, she hugged her bag and ran out of the park without looking back.

"That was way too much enthusiasm!" Qin Yike checked the time. It was noon; she needed to find a place to eat to calm her nerves.

In the past, she had no money and saved wherever she could on food and drink, but now with a million in her card, Qin Yike had confidence!

She decided to treat herself to a good meal. Should she have seafood or barbecue? Or maybe Japanese cuisine? That stuff isn't cheap!

Qin Yike soon arrived at the commercial district in the center of the county. She found a shopping mall, intending to browse a bit before heading to the top floor to find a restaurant.

As it turned out, while browsing the women's clothing section, she bumped into Peng Xiaoyu by sheer coincidence.

Last time, Peng Xiaoyu had tried to cause trouble for Qin Yike, only to be dealt with by her instead. She had been unwilling to accept it, but since her combat skills were inferior, she could only flee in disgrace. A good woman doesn't take unnecessary losses; being a coward was better than getting beaten!

She hadn't expected to run into her here today! It really was a narrow road for enemies!

However, this time, Peng Xiaoyu wasn't afraid of Qin Yike! This was a shopping mall; in broad daylight, there were cameras and security guards. Would Qin Yike really dare to get physical with her?

"Oh my, I wondered who it was! Isn't it Qin Yike! You little pauper even comes to a high-end place like this to shop? Can you even afford anything here?"

Qin Yike waved her hand dismissively. "Why are you being so tacky? Waiter, did you guys not mop the floor properly over here? It smells so bad!"

The sales clerk's face turned green, thinking to herself, *What does this have to do with me? Don't drag me into this!* She was just a salesperson; she wasn't getting involved in their personal vendettas.

Anyone with eyes could see that these two were secretly clashing. It seemed they were old enemies!

"You..." Peng Xiaoyu stomped her feet in anger. This wasn't the first time Qin Yike had insulted her, and the insults were always so harsh.

Just as the two were in the midst of their silent confrontation, a concerned voice suddenly rang out from the side. A fashionably dressed, boldly clothed middle-aged woman walked over.

"Xiaoyu, what's wrong!?"