Chapter 57: Treatment

Translator: Tim Editor: Tehrn

“Put her down; I’ll have a look,” Ye Mo said, already noticing the gunshot wound in Chi Wanqing’s leg. Lu Lin carried Chi Wanqing a short distance, placing her in the concealing brush before saying, “Please, Mr. Ye, while we deal with the bodies, could you treat Wanqing? We need to collect the spoils of war.” Without waiting for a reply, she left.

Ye Mo nodded. Captain Lu was efficient and direct; she didn’t inquire about his abilities or even ask Chi Wanqing’s opinion. After Lu Lin departed, Chi Wanqing glanced at her wound, then at Ye Mo, feeling awkward about her position.

She believed Guo Qi’s assurance that Ye Mo could cure her. However, the wound was on her thigh, and she hoped he wouldn't need to remove her pants.

Ye Mo examined the wound and frowned. The position was awkward. He disliked arduous tasks that risked causing offense, and Chi Wanqing's cold demeanor suggested she might protest.

Noticing his frown and silence, Chi Wanqing immediately understood and her opinion of him improved. In a barely audible whisper, she said, “Ye… Big Brother Ye, you can treat me. It’s okay.”

Ye Mo was surprised by her initiative, revising his assessment of her seemingly cold exterior. The difficulty stemmed from her tightly fastened camouflage suit, unlike Guo Qi's ragged clothing. Guo Qi's bullet had been easily removed, but Chi Wanqing's wound was tightly bound.

Now that Chi Wanqing had given her consent, he felt positive about her forthright nature. He smiled. “Actually, your wound isn't difficult. There are two options: you remove your pants, or I make a hole in them. Look—"

“No need, I’ll take them off… I didn’t bring another pair,” Chi Wanqing said, immediately removing her pants. Her decisiveness further enhanced Ye Mo’s good impression. Seeing her difficulty moving, he offered, “Let me help.”

“Thank you.” From their first encounter, Chi Wanqing had sensed Ye Mo's kindness. His hesitation about the wound's location and his focused gaze had further increased her trust.

Although Ye Mo didn’t touch her skin directly, she felt the warmth of his hands, finding it comforting. He only lowered her pants to the wound, but Chi Wanqing found the intimacy overwhelming, causing her face to flush. Unable to watch, she turned her head, lost in thought.

Chi Wanqing's fair skin caught Ye Mo's attention. He noticed her white checked underwear but quickly refocused on the task. He palmed her thigh, extracting the bullet with a small spurt of blood. He then chewed some herbs, applied them to the wound, and using his chi, accelerated the healing. Finally, he dressed the wound and pulled up her pants. The entire process took mere minutes. He chewed the herbs himself to avoid delaying her and to spare her any embarrassment.

Chi Wanqing only realized he was finished when he pulled up her pants. She hadn’t seen the procedure.

“Brother Ye, you… have you finished already?” Chi Wanqing asked, her blush lingering, slightly dazed.

“Yes, it’s done. You’ll be fine by tomorrow morning,” Ye Mo smiled, knowing his chi would accelerate her recovery beyond Guo Qi’s.

“Ah! It doesn’t hurt… and it feels cool. Thank you, Brother Ye, you’re amazing!” Chi Wanqing marveled at his skill, her initial awkwardness vanished. What doctor could perform such a feat?

“Thank you, Brother Ye.” Chi Wanqing sensed Ye Mo was extraordinary, just as Guo Qi had described.

“Brother Ye, um… do you mind if I ask what you do?” Chi Wanqing blushed, eager to know more. She felt it was fate to meet someone like him.

Ye Mo hesitated, then said, “I don't have a steady job; it's all temporary. Sometimes I earn a lot, sometimes… well, the city management evicted me once, haha.”

He wasn’t lying. He treated people, sold street food, charms, and even assisted in gang-related matters.

Chi Wanqing stared in disbelief. She couldn't believe someone like him did odd jobs.

“Brother Ye, thank you for saving my life, I—" Chi Wanqing was interrupted.

Ye Mo smiled, interrupting, “Even without my help, you would have been fine. I didn’t save your life.”

Chi Wanqing smiled sweetly, stunning Ye Mo. He hadn't seen her smile before. Noticing his captivated expression, Chi Wanqing, feeling joyful, quickly added, “Brother Ye, I’m not talking about that. If you hadn't come, the rest of the squad and I might not have survived, possibly facing assault. I'm truly grateful!”

Ye Mo nodded, understanding her sincerity. He pondered, then said, “I think a girl like you isn’t suited for the army, but that's just my opinion.”

Surprisingly, Chi Wanqing agreed. “Brother Ye, you’re right. I admired the military life and worked hard to join the Eagle Hunter squad. But perhaps I'm not cut out for it.”

After a pause, she continued, “Brother Ye, I need your help with something…”