452: Chapter 96 Guinea Pig

Ding Shanan was defeated!

Just as he had expected, he was indeed no match for Meng Li.

However, the manner of his defeat left him completely bewildered.

Just as bewildered were the spectators, including Lu Jin, Feng Zheng Hao, and Zhang Chulan.

One slap!

After Ding Shanan and Meng Li decided to settle the match in a single move, Meng Li struck Ding Shanan with one slap and knocked him down.

Because it was a light touch, the slap didn't kill Ding Shanan, but he was seriously injured and lost the ability to continue fighting.

After a while, Ding Shanan finally reacted. He struggled to prop himself up and stared into Meng Li's eyes, saying, "You weren't using your full strength the whole time?!"

"Isn't that obvious?" Meng Li shrugged, then asked, "I brought a doctor. Do you need her to treat you?"

Ding Shanan: "..."

A moment later, he spoke, "Yes."

Meng Li immediately beckoned to Chen Duo, "Chen Duo, come here, time to get to work."

"Okay," Chen Duo replied and trotted over.

She had studied medicine under Meng Li for so long and was finally getting a chance to practice. She was thrilled!

At this moment, Meng Li turned to Ding Shanan and asked, "Did you bring money?"

Ding Shanan paused, then shook his head, "No."

He had come out to fight, wearing combat attire with no pockets, leaving nowhere to stash money. However, as one of the Two Heroes and well-liked, he was by no means short of wealth.

Therefore, Ding Shanan quickly said, "Let's exchange contact info later, and I'll transfer the money to you then."

Meng Li nodded, indicating that was fine.

In the meantime, Chen Duo arrived and squatted beside Ding Shanan to examine his injuries.

"Brother Meng, you're amazing!"

Zhang Chulan walked over, giving a thumbs-up in praise.

Xu Si also said, "You really kept this hidden, I was worried about you just now."

Lu Jin stroked his beard and sighed, "The younger generation is formidable, truly formidable."

Then, he changed the subject and said with a smile, "Dr. Meng, when will you pay a visit to the Celestial Masters Residence?"

"You knocked down the hero Ding Shanan with one slap, and the Tiger probably won't fare any better. Then, in The Realm of Extraordinary People, only Zhang Zhiwei, that one at The Pinnacle, can truly challenge you. If you knock that old scoundrel down with one slap too, then you will be the new One Pinnacle."

"If that happens, even if you gather all the Eight Peculiar Skills, no one in The Realm of Extraordinary People will dare cause you trouble again."

As soon as these words were spoken, the scene instantly quieted down, and the atmosphere became somewhat subtle.

If Meng Li truly did as Lu Jin suggested, challenged the long-undefeated One Pinnacle, Zhang Zhiwei, and succeeded, then the landscape of The Realm of Extraordinary People would indeed change.

But simultaneously, the heavens of The Realm of Extraordinary People might also shift.

Even without that, just the news of Ding Shanan's defeat would inevitably cause changes in the situation within The Realm of Extraordinary People.

At the very least, one more figure would have to be added to the list of people whose authority looms over the Two Heroes.

Furthermore, Lu Jin's tone attracted the attention of perceptive individuals like Zhang Chulan and Feng Zheng Hao.

They keenly sensed that Lu Jin seemed very willing, even eager, to see Zhang Zhiwei knocked down by Meng Li's single slap. The issue was, as far as they knew, Lu Jin and Zhang Zhiwei had an excellent relationship, sharing over a century of friendship, a bond that could hardly be overstated.

Strange!

There was definitely something strange going on!

As for what that strangeness was, they were unclear for the moment.

Facing Lu Jin's instigation, Meng Li smiled faintly, "There's no need to challenge the Old Celestial Master. I have no interest in becoming the new One Pinnacle."

"If Old Master Lu is interested, you can try it yourself."

Hearing this, Lu Jin's mouth twitched.

If he could beat that scoundrel old monster Zhang Zhiwei, he would have already beaten the man to tears. Why go through the trouble of indirectly hoping to borrow this brat's hand to avenge the humiliation of being slapped to tears by that old scoundrel back then?

Muttering to himself, Lu Jin didn't say anything more; instead, he secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Just now, seeing Ding Shanan knocked down by Meng Li's single slap reminded him of the past, prompting him to impulsively suggest Meng Li challenge Zhang Zhiwei. Upon reflection, if things truly developed as he suggested, it would inevitably cause considerable chaos.

He wanted to vent his past frustration, but he didn't want to create disorder because of it.

Just then, Ding Shanan on the ground let out an exclamation, "What is this?"

Everyone looked over and saw needles stuck in Ding Shanan's body. He was staring at Chen Duo's hand with a look of shock.

Chen Duo's hand was covered in a layer of Qi, within which were dense clusters of tiny, grayish-white dots. These dots constantly swarmed, resembling insects, which was somewhat creepy to look at. If someone with trypophobia saw it, they would likely have an attack on the spot.

In response to Ding Shanan's question, Chen Duo replied calmly, "Pulse-Repairing Gu."

Then, she explained, "I just checked your injuries. Not only are bones broken, but your Meridians are also damaged."

"The Pulse-Repairing Gu can repair your damaged Meridians."

Repair damaged Meridians? How miraculous!

Ding Shanan frowned, "I've never heard of it before."

Chen Duo stated truthfully, "This is a new Gu worm I developed with Meng Li's help, combining medical texts. Of course, you haven't heard of it."

Ding Shanan's expression stiffened, "You are a Gu Master?"

Chen Duo nodded.

In the past, she would have corrected them by saying she was a Gu. But as the Gu Poison within her body was completely brought under control, and as she gradually adapted to the human world, she began to feel she was human, not merely a Gu, and thus accepted the identity of a Gu Master.

"Have you repaired Meridians for anyone before?" Ding Shanan asked again.

It wasn't that he was timid or fussy; it was because Gu Masters generally had a poor reputation.

Chen Duo shook her head, "No, you are the first."

Ding Shanan's face changed slightly.

Lu Jin, Feng Zheng Hao, Zhang Chulan, and the others all wore strange expressions.

A newly developed Gu worm, used for the first time—they were treating Ding Shanan like a guinea pig!

Seeing this, Meng Li spoke up, "Chen Duo, just proceed with the treatment. His body isn't that fragile. Besides, I've got your back; even if you mess up the treatment, we can pull him back."

Ding Shanan opened his mouth but ultimately said nothing.

Being a guinea pig is a price one must pay for losing a fight.

Chen Duo had skillfully administered anesthetic needles just now; she shouldn't be an incompetent physician.

If all else failed, there was still Meng Li. He had inquired about Meng Li before coming and knew his medical skills were extremely high.

After hearing Meng Li's words, Chen Duo responded with an "Okay" and then treated Ding Shanan's injuries without reservation: She first used Qi to guide the Pulse-Repairing Gu into the damaged areas of Ding Shanan's Meridians for repair, then corrected his broken bones, and finally used the Black Jade Gu to reconnect the bones...

This was her first practical application, and she was treating someone of Ding Shanan's stature, so Chen Duo inevitably struggled a bit.

By the time the treatment was finished, a fine layer of sweat had appeared on her forehead.

At this moment, a tissue was handed over.

Chen Duo looked up and saw that it was Xia He offering it.

She hesitated slightly but reached out and took it, whispering softly, "Thank you."

"You're welcome," Xia He replied with a smile.

Meng Li then began to inspect the results of Chen Duo's treatment...