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"Do you believe him now, Ruth?" Natasha smiled. At the same time, she also heaved a silent sigh of relief. Thank goodness Dustin knew what he was doing.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:12 | Report Abuse

"He just got lucky!" Ruth refused to admit defeat.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:13 | Report Abuse

"I'm sorry, Mr. Rhys, she's just too stubborn for her own good. Please ignore her," Natasha told Dustin apologetically.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:13 | Report Abuse

"It's fine. Shall we begin?"

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:13 | Report Abuse

Dustin didn't take Ruth's attitude to heart. He walked over to Andrew and gave him a thorough check-up.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:14 | Report Abuse

It didn't take long for him to find out what was going on. It was obvious to him that the old man had been poisoned.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:15 | Report Abuse

The poison was pretty potent too. Thankfully, it was discovered early on, so he could still be saved.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:15 | Report Abuse

Another day or two, and he would completely lose his breath!

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:16 | Report Abuse

"Ms. Harmon, can you get me some silver acupuncture needles?" Dustin asked.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:16 | Report Abuse

"No problem."

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:17 | Report Abuse

Natasha waved a hand. Immediately, one of her bodyguards went out. Five minutes later, he returned with a set of acupuncture needles.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:17 | Report Abuse

"Thank you."
Dustin nodded his thanks, then began to take off the old man's shirt.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:18 | Report Abuse

First, he tapped his knuckles against the old man's stomach to make sure he was hitting the correct positions, then began to place the needles in the correct pressure points.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:18 | Report Abuse

His actions were light but firm as his hands flew deftly. With his skill, his patient would not feel any pain from the needles. Seeing this, Natasha was surprised.
"He's good!"

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:19 | Report Abuse

She didn't know much about acupuncture as a medical practice, but she knew some experts in the field.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:20 | Report Abuse

From what she could see, those old experts had nothing on Dustin. His actions were one of an experienced and talented healer who had spent years in practice.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:20 | Report Abuse

She was curious about this man.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:21 | Report Abuse

Once all 16 needles were in place, Dustin breathed a sigh of relief.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:21 | Report Abuse

It had been some time since he last performed acupuncture, but thankfully he was still familiar.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:21 | Report Abuse

"Is that all? Nothing changed!" Ruth looked confused.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:22 | Report Abuse

"Your grandfather has been poisoned. It'll take about two hours to drain the toxin from his body; you shouldn't remove the needles before the two hours are up, or there might be serious side effects!"

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:23 | Report Abuse

Ruth pouted.
"Why should I believe you?"

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:23 | Report Abuse

"Ruth!"
Natasha glared at her sister.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:23 | Report Abuse

"I need to go to the bathroom. Please watch over him while I'm gone " Dustin told the occupants of the room before leaving.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:24 | Report Abuse

Not long after he left, a group of doctors barged in. These were some of the most skilled doctors in the hospital. A balding man led the troupe.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:24 | Report Abuse

"Hey! Who are you guys?" Ruth crossed her arms.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:25 | Report Abuse

"My name is Jansen. I'm the executive director of the hospital, and also the dean of the medical school. I'm here on orders to treat Old Mr.
Harmon," the balding man introduced.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:25 | Report Abuse

"Ah, you're that famous Dr. Jansen! The best doctor in Swinton!" Ruth was ecstatic.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:25 | Report Abuse

"More like one of the best," Dr. Jansen said proudly, "but yes, I am."

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:26 | Report Abuse

"It's great to meet you, Dr. Jansen. Please help my grandfather."

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:26 | Report Abuse

Ruth immediately moved out of his way.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:27 | Report Abuse

Clearly, she trusted Dr. Jansen more than she trusted a youngster like Dustin.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:28 | Report Abuse

"I will." Dr. Jansen nodded. When he got nearer to the bed, he frowned. "What's with the needles? What nonsense is this?"

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:28 | Report Abuse

As he spoke, he made to remove the needles.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:29 | Report Abuse

"Wait!" Seeing this, Natasha stopped him.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:29 | Report Abuse

"What's wrong?" Dr. Jansen asked, annoyed.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:29 | Report Abuse

"Dr. Jansen, I've already hired another healer.
He said that my grandfather has been poisoned.
We cannot remove these needles as there might be serious side effects."

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:30 | Report Abuse

"Nonsense!" Dr. Jansen snorted derisively. "If these needles can cure ailments, then what are doctors for?"

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:30 | Report Abuse

"That's right!" Ruth agreed. "Natasha, that Dustin barely looks a day over 20. How could he be a skilled healer? Please don't tell me you believe what he said."

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:31 | Report Abuse

"Then how would you explain the way he could tell that you're having diarrhea just by looking at you?" Natasha asked.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:31 | Report Abuse

"He... he made a lucky guess!" Ruth said.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:32 | Report Abuse

"Ms. Harmon, all of the best doctors in Swinton are here. I don't know who you hired just now, but I believe he's just frauding you. Do you really think our professionally trained doctors are not as good as a random guy on the street?" Dr. Jansen asked.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:32 | Report Abuse

"I know you're worried about Old Mr. Harmon, but please, don't believe in these illusory fairytales.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:33 | Report Abuse

It would just make things worse!"

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:33 | Report Abuse

"That's right! Dr. Jansen has saved a lot of people. Don't worry, Old Mr. Harmon will be safe in his hands!" the other doctors behind him chimed in.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:34 | Report Abuse

Their confidence weakened Natasha's resolve.
However, she insisted, "We should wait for Mr. Rhys to come back."

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:35 | Report Abuse

"Why should we?" Ruth said. "Maybe he's already gone, Natasha!"

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:35 | Report Abuse

"Ms. Harmon, I'm a busy man. I'm not going to waste any more time here. If I pull out these needles and anything happens to Old Mr.
Harmon, it'll be on me." With that, Dr. Jansen pulled out all of the needles.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:36 | Report Abuse

As soon as the needles were removed, something strange happened.
Andrew's body began convulsing. His face began to turn black, and the machines on either side of the bed began beeping.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-22 21:36 | Report Abuse

"What's going on?" Dr. Jansen was surprised by the turn of events.