Supreme Divine Physician in the City Chapter 1584: Collecting Some Interest First

In truth, Ye Xuan harbored no fear towards any adversary, the Sword God included. Despite this legendary figure from the Northern Federation being universally acknowledged for his might, Ye Xuan remained unfazed. It was merely the Sword God's peculiar state – brimming with killing intent yet devoid of malice – that gave Ye Xuan pause. He harbored a concern that in a genuine confrontation, he might find himself unable to deliver a decisive blow. Even without the recent provocations from Chiba Sakurako, Ye Xuan might still have been hesitant to act. Ye Xuan was, after all, a rather unique individual. He felt no fear of formidable enemies, nor did he shy away from troublemakers. The only ones who elicited his apprehension were individuals like the Sword God, possessed of profound righteousness and unyielding pride – those truly deserving of reverence. "Alas, my path is fraught with difficulty." Ye Xuan mused, shaking his head and deciding to put such thoughts aside. ... The Sword God had already extended invitations to numerous prominent figures within the Martial Arts world, summoning them to Canglang Island in seven days to bear witness to his impending duel with Ye Xuan. Ye Xuan, however, appeared utterly unconcerned, continuing his days with apparent ease, as if oblivious to the unfolding events. Su Yumo had toiled through the night, meticulously tallying the outstanding debts owed by her relatives within the Su Family, a sum totaling approximately 170,000 yuan. After a mere thirty minutes of contemplation, Ye Xuan resolved to approach Leng Qiuge for financial assistance. After all, this young woman was not only the wealthiest but also the most demanding; one couldn't possibly provide for her indefinitely without some form of compensation, could they? Consequently, Ye Xuan requested one million from Leng Qiuge, disbursing 200,000 to Su Yumo and retaining the remaining 800,000 for his personal reserves. In these times, the cost of living in a major metropolis continues its relentless ascent. Regarding the Eastern Group's endeavors, Ye Xuan had virtually exhausted all available resources. Without a modest sum saved, it would be rather awkward to even extend an invitation to a beautiful woman for a simple meal. Su Yumo utilized the 200,000 yuan provided by Ye Xuan to settle the debts with the Su Family's creditors, clearing all outstanding amounts including accumulated interest. The relatives were beside themselves with joy. Su Qinian also placed a call, conveying his most heartfelt gratitude and deep affection towards Ye Xuan. A sense of profound relief washed over Su Yumo. "Whew!" Having concluded all the necessary arrangements, Su Yumo let out a long, weary sigh while gazing out of the office's expansive floor-to-ceiling window. She then stretched languidly, remarking, "Everything is finally settled. From this point forward, my sole focus will be on repaying you." Ye Xuan, lounging on the sofa, casually quipped, "You owe me 200,000 yuan; be sure to draft a promissory note." "Ah, right, I nearly forgot to write up the IOU!" Su Yumo exclaimed, a sudden realization dawning upon her. She promptly hurried to her desk, retrieved a sheet of A4 paper, and meticulously penned the promissory note, affixing her elegant signature and a delicate imprint of her hand. Ye Xuan merely rolled his eyes; this woman was truly something else... "Here, take this IOU. Keep it safe!" Su Yumo presented the document to Ye Xuan. Ye Xuan cast a brief glance at its contents: "Repay within six months?" "Yes," Su Yumo confirmed with a smile. "I've already calculated it. My monthly salary exceeds 30,000 yuan, and factoring in full attendance bonuses and year-end incentives, I should have approximately 210,000 yuan by then. Setting aside 10,000 for living expenses should be more than adequate." "Just 10,000 for six months?" Ye Xuan questioned, incredulous. "Yumo, are you out of your mind, or am I? A woman like you, living on such a meager amount for half a year?" He pondered, not only the basic necessities like food, clothing, or accommodation but also the considerable expenditure women typically incur on skincare products alone, which would likely surpass 10,000 yuan within that timeframe. "10,000 yuan for six months should be sufficient," Su Yumo replied, her lips pursed. "I'm not one to indulge in excessive spending. If you provided me with more, I wouldn't even know how to utilize it." "That simply won't do. As my woman, living such a frugal existence would reflect poorly on me," Ye Xuan stated with evident displeasure, extending the repayment period. "Change the timeframe from six months to one year." "Ah..." Su Yumo's expression turned crestfallen. "What do you mean 'Ah'? I am the creditor; my word is law." Ye Xuan asserted forcefully, "If you insist on repaying me in six months and end up looking gaunt and neglected, I'll have no choice but to break up with you." "Fine then," Su Yumo relented, pouting in feigned grievance. "Let's adjust it to one year." As she spoke, Su Yumo moved to modify the contents of the IOU. At that precise moment, Ye Xuan swiftly pulled her into an embrace. The sudden loss of balance caused Su Yumo to exclaim, "Ye Xuan, what are you doing?" "There's no need to rush altering the IOU; you owe me a considerable sum, shouldn't you pay a little 'interest' first?" Ye Xuan's captivating laughter echoed through the room. Su Yumo's face flushed crimson, her entire body suddenly feeling weak. In a mere three days, Su Jie found himself on the precipice of ruin. Three days prior, he, Su Jie, the godson of Leopard-Ye, had basked in glorious renown, seemingly invincible. Countless individuals had fawned over him, treating him like a celebrity, and many had sought to curry his favor. Yet, life is a tapestry woven with unexpected turns. Who could have foreseen that he, once so esteemed, would experience such a precipitous fall from grace due to a moment of avarice? Greed knows no limits; just as a serpent might attempt to swallow an elephant, consequences inevitably follow actions!

In retrospect, all Su Jie could feel was agonizing regret.

It wasn't just that Su Qinian had already settled the debt; even if she hadn't, was such a colossal fuss truly necessary? Merely a few days prior, sums of this magnitude would have been insignificant to him. Driven by sheer greed, and a misguided belief that Su Qinian's son-in-law was an easy mark for extortion, he had succumbed to temptation, leading to a lifetime of remorse.

Now, the heavens had intervened, and instead of successfully extorting money, he had paid a devastating price. Leopard-Ye had explicitly declared anyone offering assistance to Su Jie would be considered his sworn enemy.

Just three nights ago, while Su Jie was still confined to a hospital bed, Eastern Group's legal department had served him with a lawyer's letter. Upon glimpsing the astronomical compensation demanded, Su Jie had collapsed on the spot.

The family should have stood united, facing this adversity together. Su Jie's parents valiantly stepped forward, pooling their life's savings, only to discover it fell woefully short of the demanded compensation.

Leopard-Ye remained unyielding, and his associates on the streets offered no solace. Without the funds, Su Jie would be branded a defaulter, additionally facing criminal charges for assault and property damage – an undeniable path to imprisonment.

This sudden turn of events was far more dire than anything he had experienced years ago!

Unwilling to languish in jail, Su Jie had no alternative but to discharge himself from the hospital in a wheelchair, desperately seeking funds from every conceivable source.

He reached out to his most trusted companions, those with whom he had shared everything, from clothing to women.

However, when the topic of money arose, his supposed brother offered, "Su Jie, I do have a little spare cash, but not much. If I sold everything I own, I could scrape together maybe ten dollars. Will that do?"

A profound sense of desolation washed over Su Jie.

He recalled his brother's boasts at the table, proclaiming, "Within 500,000, if you just say the word, I'll move mountains and oceans to get it for you!"

A stark realization dawned upon Su Jie, illuminating the often-harsh truths of life.

When one is successful, the entire world readily claims kinship and brotherhood. Yet, when one falls from grace, the world abandons them to their enemies and indifference.

The greater the respect and camaraderie shown in times of prosperity, the more biting the coldness and mocking sarcasm encountered in times of hardship.