Supreme Divine Physician in the City Chapter 1516: Ye Xuan, You’re Ruthless!

The Li family, comprising Elder Li and his grandson, found themselves in a precarious situation.

They had extended an invitation to Ye Xuan, aiming to forge an alliance against the Wang family. This pact was intended to ensure mutual support in both fortune and peril, a gamble of life and death.

However, with Ye Xuan now setting his sights on the world of martial arts, the Li family hesitated, their resolve wavering.

Despite their long-standing legacy, what weight did the Li family truly carry when pitted against the formidable martial arts world?

Elder Li regained his composure, gazing at Ye Xuan with a knowing smile. "My young friend Ye Xuan, you are indeed perceptive. I, an old man, will be direct with you.

You have shown immense kindness to my Li family, and honoring such benevolence is paramount. Yet, before we pledge our full support, we must also ensure the preservation of our family's heritage.

If this were merely a matter of dealing with the Wang family, the Li family would act without reservation, as you likely understand. However, when the martial arts world becomes involved, our humble Li family is simply not in a position to make such a decision."

"I understand," Ye Xuan replied, nodding with a smile, showing no surprise.

"Would you be willing to extend your stay at the Li family residence for a few more days, my young friend Ye Xuan?" Elder Li inquired further. "This is a matter of significant consequence. While the Li family cannot decide, there are others who hold that authority."

Ye Xuan was well aware that Elder Li was referring to the powerful figures of Heroic Mountain, to whom the Li family paid tribute.

"The recent heavy snowfall has caused widespread flight cancellations, making a departure difficult even if I wished to leave," Ye Xuan responded with a smile. "Since you, Elder Li, do not mind, I will happily remain here for a few more days. After all, it has been some time since I last saw young Li Tianhao."

"Haha, that is wonderful news!" Elder Li exclaimed with hearty laughter, a wave of relief washing over him. He was pleased that Ye Xuan was not departing due to the Li family's inability to commit.

Such an outcome would have placed the Li family in dire straits.

Ye Xuan offered a smile, calmly sipping his tea, and said no more.

Understanding Ye Xuan's unspoken sentiment, Elder Li promptly set down his teacup. "Then I shall go and consult with the decision-makers. Yan'er, ensure our guest, young friend Ye Xuan, is well entertained."

With those words, Elder Li departed the tea room without regard for Li Xiyuan's inclination, turning and leaving.

Li Xiyuan's lips tightened into a thin line. Though she felt a deep sense of reluctance and helplessness, she resigned herself to sitting rigidly beside Ye Xuan, silently enduring the palpable awkwardness between them.

Not long after.

Ye Xuan finished his cup of tea and casually turned his gaze towards Li Xiyuan, a playful smirk gracing his lips. "Well... Little Yanzi, do you not notice my tea has run dry? Are you not going to pour me another cup?"

*Damn it!*

Li Xiyuan's beautiful eyes widened in disbelief. The usually elegant and dignified young lady nearly cried out in her shock.

What?

This audacious Ye Xuan was actually demanding that she pour him tea?

Did she, Li Xiyuan, appear to be someone who served tea to others?

And... and the nickname 'Little Yanzi'?

That familiar moniker instantly brought a memory to the surface.

Ah, she remembered now—upon their very first encounter, that scoundrel Ye Xuan had repeatedly called her 'Little Yanzi.' At that time, however, she had been desperate to save her grandfather's life and had no choice but to tolerate his impertinence.

But now?

She had no pressing need for Ye Xuan's assistance at this moment. So why should she endure his insolence?

People are often like this, both men and women. When they need you, they fawn over you; but when they no longer require your help, they dismiss you unceremoniously...

This thought ignited Li Xiyuan's anger.

She shot Ye Xuan a frigid glare, her voice as cold as ice. "If you desire tea, pour it yourself. And mind your tone when you speak to me!"

"Oh, such a fiery temper!" Ye Xuan remarked, not moving an inch, his laughter tinged with amusement. "On par with how my wife initially treated me. A woman like you, so young, yet already afflicted with irregular menstruation—to put it bluntly, you are in dire need of a man's guidance to tame you."

Li Xiyuan's brows furrowed deeply, her rage boiling within her.

*Irregular menstruation again? He brings that up to taunt me again!*

*Whether my cycle is regular or not is absolutely none of Ye Xuan's infernal business! Does your Ye family concern itself with every ripple in the vast ocean?!*

Li Xiyuan gritted her teeth, her gaze fixed on Ye Xuan, her eyes burning with an intense killing intent. "Ye Xuan, do not presume there is nothing I can do to you. Do not push me too far!"

"Indeed, as Li Xiyuan, you possess the capability to deal with me," Ye Xuan responded casually, a smile playing on his lips. "But would you dare? Would you truly be willing? Faced with a man as handsome as myself, could you possibly resist?"

"You..."

Li Xiyuan raised her hand, her intention to slap Ye Xuan clear in the moment.

Yet, as her delicate hand hovered in mid-air, she found herself utterly incapable of completing the action.

After all, she still possessed a shred of common sense.

Undoubtedly, she hesitated to confront Ye Xuan, recognizing his immense significance to the Li Family at this juncture. Furthermore, she found it difficult to antagonize him, as who would willingly provoke an ally capable of bringing substantial benefits?

Considering these circumstances, Li Xiyuan felt she had little choice.

Perceiving Li Xiyuan’s conflicted expression, Ye Xuan’s grin broadened with delight: "See? You can't bear to, can you? My face softens your resolve, right? In that case, why not pour the tea?"

"I..."

Li Xiyuan’s eyes narrowed. *I soften at the sight of your face? Ye Xuan, what celestial being has bestowed such arrogance upon you?*

*Even that handsome fellow Li Tianhao, I've given a beating whenever I pleased. And you?*

"Still not pouring the tea?" Ye Xuan regarded Li Xiyuan for a moment, then continued, "Very well, I won't pressure you. If you won't, then so be it—I'll simply await your grandfather's return to have it poured."

Li Xiyuan: "..."

*You wretch, you absolute wretch!*

*Wait for grandfather to pour it upon his return? Grandpa isn't senile yet. By then, he’d undoubtedly reprimand me for not pouring Ye Xuan tea, leaving the cup untouched, wouldn't he?*

*At that point, if Ye Xuan were to add a few words, Grandpa might even demand an apology to Ye Xuan!*

*Fine, Ye Xuan, your ruthlessness knows no bounds!*

*Mark my words, someday, I, Li Xiyuan, will have you pinned down, vent all my frustrations upon you, lash you, and torment you mercilessly!*

Picturing these potential future scenes, Li Xiyuan felt a measure of relief.

She forced a smile, "Alright, I'll pour your tea. I'll pour your tea, is that satisfactory? You must truly cherish this moment today, and etch this enjoyment into your memory, for tomorrow it may very well transform into torment!"

With that, Li Xiyuan proceeded to pour tea for Ye Xuan.

Ye Xuan’s smile was one of pure satisfaction.

This was precisely the existence he yearned for.

Imagine, if he were free from all animosities, residing in a tranquil pastoral setting, with a woman as proud as Li Xiyuan humbly serving him tea with a pleasant demeanor. What a delightful existence that would be!

However, to attain such a life, the path ahead remained exceedingly long and fraught with challenges.

...

Following turbulence, a period of calm often descends.

After the engagement banquet concluded at Nightingale Villa, the world was left in astonishment, yet the Wang Family adopted an uncharacteristically placid demeanor.

Such tranquility, however, is frequently a precursor to grave danger.

It is widely understood that beneath this veneer of serenity, a new tempest is quietly gathering strength, poised to break forth unexpectedly and catch everyone unprepared.

And Ye Xuan, during this interim, was enjoying a rather pleasant period at the Li Family residence.