Chapter 1014
Francis spoke in a panic. “Ms. Luna, Mr. Phelan Senior isn’t some average Joe–how could you let a complete nobody treat him out of nowhere?”
Luna did not respond. Instead, her eyes stayed locked on Andrew’s hands as he worked the needles. Every single needle landed with incredible precision, striking the right acupoints even through Montgomery’s clothes.
What really shocked her was how fast Andrew moved. Not only was he fast, but every needle hit exactly where it should.
Luna did not know much about medicine, but her martial arts skills were exceptional, and she knew the human body like the back of her hand. To be able to locate such precise pressure points through clothing and do acupuncture quickly took some real skill.
‘Maybe this guy actually knows a thing or two about medicine,’ she thought to herself.
Mosby and the others did not interrupt anymore. Instead, they all stared at Andrew’s every move.
“Dr. Lake, that acupuncture technique looks familiar, doesn’t it?” asked a man with a goatee, his voice filled with doubt and curiosity.
Mosby took a deep breath and forced down the surprise in his chest. He said, “Ninefold Needles. It’s a rare and ancient medical practice.”
The goatee man, Joshua Davies, looked stunned. “Ninefold Needles? Isn’t that supposed to be an exclusive technique from the Advanced Medical Institute? How could this kid know it?”
Mosby let out a cold snort. “These days, there aren’t many people who know Ninefold Needles, but it’s not like it’s a lost art either. Calling it an exclusive secret technique might be a bit of a stretch.”
As he spoke, Mosby raised his hand and flicked a few silver needles into the air. They cut through the space with sharp, whistling sounds, causing everyone around him to gape in awe.
Someone gasped, “Dr. Lake, wait–so you know Ninefold Needles too?”
“Dr. Lake, you’re seriously a hidden master!”
Another mocked, “Hah! This kid probably just got lucky and stumbled on the technique. Now he’s out here putting on a show!”
“But compared to you, Dr. Lake, he’s just showing off in front of a real expert!”
Just like that, everyone quickly downplayed Andrew’s display from earlier. Or maybe, they were just choosing to ignore it. Either way, if they had to bow to someone, it was going to be Mosby–not Andrew.
Luna’s eyes, however, glimmered with admiration. People like Mosby had earned their reputation by navigating through the most powerful families in the capital, and it was not without reason.
She thought the needle technique Mosby had just performed was truly jaw-dropping, and when she compared it to Andrew’s, his did not seem all that impressive anymore.
Right then, Andrew finished the treatment. Nine golden needles, fine as hair, were stuck neatly in Montgomery’s chest.
“The needles can’t be moved. They need to stay in for at least half an hour,” Andrew said calmly as he pulled his hands back.
Mosby commented, “Mr. Phelan Senior isn’t seriously ill. He just has some indigestion and a bit of a cold, that’s all. All that flashy needlework you did… wasn’t it a little over the top?”
Andrew replied, “I already told you, the issue isn’t indigestion–he’s got lithiasis in his chest area. That’s why they have to be dissolved.”
Mosby scoffed. “Even if you’re right, and he does have lithiasis, what does that have to do with the Ninefold Needles you just used? Are you seriously telling me those golden needles of yours can dissolve the calculi buildup from lithiasis?”
Andrew nodded. “Smart guy. That’s exactly what I’m telling you, Dr. Lake.”
With that, he turned around and headed for the door. “I’m gonna hit the restroom. Also, Ms. Luna, get two bowls of Ghostroot soup ready for Mr. Phelan Senior–I’ll need them.”
Without waiting for her reply, Andrew walked off and made his way to the bathroom.
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