Supreme Divine Physician in the City Chapter 1578: Best Son-in-Law

Su Qinian declared with anger, "I have no nephew like you, nor any relatives like you!"

Su Jie was left in despair.

He deeply regretted his past choices!

Leopard, with eager eyes fixed on Ye Xuan, spoke again with caution, "Master Ye, what is your command?"

Ye Xuan disregarded him and turned his gaze to Su Qinian, asking with a smile, "Father-in-law, in your esteemed opinion, how should we deal with this situation?"

Leopard was startled by this, quickly turning his attention back to Su Qinian. He bowed deeply and said, "A single word from you dictates whether Su Jie lives or dies, and the manner of his demise. We, the insignificant ones, will handle it all!"

Su Qinian was taken aback by Leopard's words, suddenly feeling a sense of flattery from someone like him.

In the past, Su Qinian would have been overjoyed by such deference.

However, at this moment, the feeling of being indebted made him uncomfortable.

Su Qinian shook his head, stating, "I... I am merely an ordinary person. I cannot take a life. Regardless, I do not acknowledge Su Jie as kin. Therefore, how he is handled... it is ultimately up to Ye Xuan."

In a roundabout way, the ultimate authority to decide Su Jie's fate had returned to Ye Xuan's hands.

Ye Xuan let out a speechless sigh and then focused his attention on Su Jie.

Ye Xuan's eyes held a profound calmness, betraying no hint of happiness or anger, devoid of hostility or rage.

Yet, this seemingly ordinary gaze, as it fell upon Su Jie, made the latter feel as though his entire body had been encased in ice. It was as if the warmth of life, once his, no longer belonged to him...

Su Jie, his face deathly pale and trembling, looked at Ye Xuan and stammered, "Brother-in-law... brother-in-law, I beg of you..."

"Do not beg me. I am not your brother-in-law either," Ye Xuan replied, waving his hand dismissively with a smile. "You yourself stated that you have no relatives like us. Since you do not acknowledge us, we shall not impose ourselves upon you."

Upon hearing Ye Xuan's words, Su Jie felt that death would be preferable.

To possess such a powerful relative standing before him, only to arrogantly disown him in a bid to extort a mere sum of money... truly, in millennia, perhaps no one had ever been as foolish as he was?

He imagined: had he not acted so recklessly, with a brother-in-law like this supporting him, would he even need to acknowledge Leopard as his adoptive father?

Instead, Leopard would be the one calling him 'papa'!

Tears of regret streamed down Su Jie's face. He tried to speak, but his throat constricted, leaving only the undeniable evidence of his terror staining his trousers to prove he was still alive.

Ye Xuan cast an indifferent glance at Su Jie before his lips curled into a smile. "Since there is no longer any relation, there is no need to consider face or sentiment. Let us settle some accounts."

Su Jie was horrified. "No, no, I don’t want any money! Uncle has already returned the money to me!"

What a jest! Did he even dare to accept that money now?

Never mind that Su Qinian had already returned the sum; even if he hadn't, Su Jie should not have taken it.

What was more important: money or one's life? Even a fool would know!

"Who said I intended to give you money?"

Ye Xuan's mouth curved slightly as he stated coldly, "The accounts I wish to settle are for the damage you inflicted upon this factory today, the harm caused to my father-in-law and my workers, as well as compensation for emotional distress."

Su Jie's eyes widened. "Then... how much money is that?"

"I cannot state an exact amount at this moment; we must follow proper procedures." Ye Xuan grinned. "Return home and await our arrival. Before nightfall, our professionals will come to calculate the sum with you. If you cannot produce the payment within a month... well, as we are no longer relatives, you understand the consequences."

Su Jie stood dumbfounded.

He surveyed the destruction he had wrought upon the machinery and equipment, as well as the injuries sustained by individuals like Su Qinian.

His eyes rolled back, and he promptly fainted on the spot.

Before losing consciousness, Su Jie made a rough estimation: the compensation for such damage, even if handled through legal channels, would amount to several million at the very least!

In the past, this would have posed no issue, as his adoptive father, Leopard, would have intervened at the crucial moment to assist him.

But now, would Leopard still dare to offer his help?

Such a colossal sum could plunge his family back into bankruptcy, causing them to lose all they had painstakingly accumulated over the years, returning them to a life burdened by debt.

The difference was, the last time his family faced ruin, Su Yumo had lent them a hand. This time, however, no one in the entire world would dare to assist them.

He regretted it.

He regretted it profoundly!

Su Jie collapsed, unconscious, on the spot.

A heavy silence fell upon the scene, as if everyone present felt the palpable terror of supreme power.

Fate decided with a single word, requiring no physical effort!

Amidst the silence, Leopard, still kneeling on the ground, cautiously spoke once more, "Master Ye..."

"Leave."

Ye Xuan gestured with his hand.

"Thank you for your magnanimity, Master Ye!"

The heavy burden in Leopard's heart finally lifted. He turned and led his group away.

Those who had suffered broken legs crawled away as best they could.

Only the unconscious Su Jie remained, abandoned like an orphan. The 'brothers' he had once claimed were nowhere to be seen in this moment of life and death.

A chill permeated the air, carried on the wind...

Just as everyone presumed Su Jie to be an orphan, Su Yumo, unable to bear it, made a call, and inevitably, an ambulance was summoned with haste.

Su Jie was escorted into the ambulance and transported away, and with his departure, an eerie silence seemed to descend upon the world.

Even the very atmosphere felt purified.

Ye Xuan then contacted Lin Tong, briefly relaying the circumstances.

His lovely wife, ever the defender of justice, readily agreed to manage the subsequent affairs. She promptly enlisted the top legal counsel from the Eastern Group to initiate proceedings for claiming compensation from Su Jie.

Subsequently, Ye Xuan made another call, issuing a formal statement.

What did this declaration entail?

It was a simple, yet absolute, decree: no individual within the Jianghai Region would dare to offer assistance to Su Jie...

With all matters meticulously settled, Ye Xuan revisited Su Qinian’s injuries, followed by a thorough examination of each worker’s wounds. Assured that their injuries were merely superficial, he then proceeded to the town’s apothecary to procure wound medication for basic treatment. All issues were now resolved.

Having concluded his tasks, Ye Xuan offered a gentle smile to the assembled individuals. "Fortunately, the injuries sustained are superficial and should leave no lasting complications. Everything has been attended to; you may rest easy. I am, after all, an accomplished physician."

"Mr. Ye is too gracious; we merely sustained minor abrasions, which would have been fine even without medicine!"

"Oh, Mr. Ye is indeed exceptionally kind. I’ve never encountered anyone with a heart as benevolent as yours!"

"Factory manager, to have a son-in-law like Mr. Ye is a blessing that truly inspires envy!"

"..."

The workers’ praise flowed ceaselessly, their respect and affection for Ye Xuan stemming from the depths of their hearts.

They were humble folk residing in the vicinity of Qingfeng Town, accustomed to a life of hardship and seldom venturing far.

In the perception of such individuals, the affluent and powerful were invariably perceived as aloof and domineering figures.

Earlier, Ye Xuan’s commanding presence had instilled a fleeting sense of apprehension, prompting them to address him with profound deference.

However, it ultimately became apparent that Ye Xuan’s demeanor was a stark contrast to that of the so-called elite. Not only was he remarkably approachable, but he also showed no aversion to their unkempt appearances.