Dead silence.
An eerie, deathly silence fell over the entire cell, Number One inside and out.
Only the gradually calming breathing of Li Dagang and Mo Zhai echoed softly in the air.
All eyes were fixed on the two weak faces on the cushion, then suddenly shifted to the young man in the blue robe standing with his hands behind his back.
Shock, horror, disbelief, ecstasy, bewilderment... a complex mix of emotions churned and intertwined in everyone's hearts.
He actually did it?!
The person whom Hu Qingxuan, the successor of the Medical Immortal Valley, had personally determined was doomed, was actually pulled back from the brink of death by him.
Moreover, judging from the situation, not only has his life been saved, but even his Cultivation foundation seems to be undamaged.
This goes beyond mere Medical Skill; it's practically Defy Heaven and Change Fate.
All eyes turned to Hu Qingxuan once again.
The Medical Immortal Valley, who had just been so confident and proud as a peacock, was now deathly pale.
Her beautiful eyes were filled with extreme shock, and a hint of collapse from shattered beliefs.
Her lips moved as if she wanted to say something, but no sound came out.
Her grandfather Du Jun's sighing gaze, the complex and indescribable looks from those around her, and especially Zhang Yu's calm yet unwavering stare, made her wish she could disappear into the ground immediately.
We lost... we lost miserably.
It wasn't just the bet; it was also her prized Medical Skill and even the thousand-year-old reputation of her sect—all of which were utterly crushed in the face of that miraculous event.
"Using qi to create needles, forming runes from emptiness... drawing upon the Origin of life, reshaping the shattered body..."
Du Jun muttered to himself, a terrifying glint flashing in his old eyes as he stared intently at Zhang Yu, as if trying to see right through him.
He knew Zhang Yu was Medical Skill, but he never imagined he was this good.
The Princes looked at Zhang Yu with even more intense gazes, containing an indescribable sense of importance and... a hint of awe.
He can control the Heavenly Prison Grand Formation, is proficient in alchemy, array formations, and martial arts, and now he has displayed such heaven-defying Medical Skill...
Just how many more tricks is he hiding?
Xiao Xuan, hidden in the shadows, became even more excited. With such proficiency in so many skills and such high levels of mastery, he must undoubtedly be the Great Being Reincarnation.
Xiao Xuan was unaware that the system's rewards were quite generous. Over the past three years, apart from his Martial Dao Cultivation, Zhang Yu had maxed out almost all of his auxiliary skills.
Previously, due to his Cultivation level, many of his skills could not exert their full power, or were even unusable.
But now that Zhang Yu's Cultivation has improved, he can naturally use these auxiliary skills at will.
The one with the most active mind was Xiao Fenghua.
Having dealt with government affairs for many years, her calculating mind immediately began to work at high speed.
Hiring an ordinary disciple from the Medical Immortal Valley to serve in the Imperial Family or an important department would require an astronomical sum of money in remuneration and resources each year.
Moreover, the other party is arrogant and has many rules, making them difficult to persuade to come.
If we can persuade Zhang Yu...
Xiao Fenghua's eyes grew brighter and brighter.
Zhang Yu's Medical Skill are clearly superior to Hu Qingxuan's, and may even be comparable to those of the elders of the Medical Immortal Valley.
Moreover, he was in the Wei Kingdom, right here in this Heavenly Prison, and had close ties with the Imperial Family (especially the sisters).
If Zhang Yu were to agree to occasionally intervene in the treatment of key figures or provide medical support, how many resources would that save for the Wei Kingdom?
How many thorny problems can it solve?
This is not just about saving money, but also about a strategic advantage.
Imagine this: when the enemy's top experts are critically injured and on the verge of death, they are helpless, while the Wei Kingdom has a divine physician like Zhang Yu who can "bring the dead back to life."
The significance of this is self-evident.
Just as Xiao Fenghua was getting more and more excited, figuring out how to start the conversation and what conditions she could offer to persuade Zhang Yu, a soft little hand gently tugged at her sleeve.
Xiao Fenghua turned her head and met her younger sister Xiao Meier's charming and affectionate eyes, which were now flashing with a cunning light.
Xiao Meier winked at her and, in a whisper that only the two of them could hear, said with a hint of smugness and teasing:
"Sister, look at you, so pathetic, your eyes are practically popping out. Don't worry, I'll take care of winning over your Brother-in-law -law... I mean, winning over Young Master Zhang!"
She slightly puffed out her proud chest, gave Xiao Fenghua a knowing look, and continued to transmit her voice:
However, even close sisters should keep clear accounts.
If the deal goes through, remember to share half of the saved offerings and any benefits it brings with you!
Xiao Fenghua was taken aback at first, and glared at her irritably, but her eyes did not show any objection. Instead, they carried a hint of expectation and... indulgence.
Her younger sister, aside from other skills, certainly has a knack for dealing with men.
Perhaps... it really can happen?
The two sisters were secretly plotting something.
On the other side, Zhang Yu's gaze had returned to Hu Qingxuan, who was standing there pale and stunned.
He didn't urge her, but just watched her quietly, waiting for her to fulfill the bet.
After the initial collapse and confusion, Hu Qingxuan felt Zhang Yu's calm yet unquestionable gaze, and her delicate body trembled slightly. She finally recovered from the boundless shock and shame.
She looked at Zhang Yu with an extremely complicated expression.
She opened her mouth, her voice dry and hoarse, with a noticeable tremor:
"I... I..."
"I... I'm willing to accept the consequences of my bet."
You win; I was blind and my Medical Skill were inadequate.
"Tell me, what do you want me to do?"
She stiffened her neck, her eyes darting away, but her tone was unusually firm.
Her decisive attitude in admitting defeat earned her a higher regard from many people present.
Du Jun observed this and nodded inwardly. Although the girl was proud, she was at least responsible for her actions and not a bad person.
All eyes turned to Zhang Yu, filled with curiosity about what conditions he would propose.
Is it to demand the secret manual of the Medical Immortal Valley?
Or is it an opportunity to demand heavenly materials and earthly treasures or promises of favors?
Zhang Yu did not answer immediately, but instead glanced at Du Jun beside him.
At this moment, Old Master Du Jun was stroking his beard, looking up at the sky at a 45-degree angle, making a gesture that said, "The Tiantian, I didn't see or hear anything."
The meaning is clear: I don't care, you can handle this girl yourself. As long as you don't kill or maim her, you can discipline her however you like.
Zhang Yu understood.
This old man was deliberately using his own actions to teach his proud and arrogant granddaughter a lesson.
It seems that Hu Qingxuan has been spoiled in the Medical Immortal Valley. She should be taught a lesson and shown that there are always people more capable than herself.
So, under everyone's expectant gaze, Zhang Yu stroked his chin, his tone as calm as if he were discussing dinner:
"As for the requirements... there's nothing special about them."
What I lack while I'm in this Heavenly Prison is a personal Maidservant can serve me tea and water and make my bed.
You're pretty quick and efficient, so you're the one.
"..."
Deathly silence descended once more.
However, this time, the silence was not filled with shock, but with an indescribable absurdity and astonishment.
Serving tea and water?
Making the bed and folding the blankets?
Personal Maidservant?
They sent Hu Qingxuan, the most beloved junior sister of the Medical Immortal Valley, the Direct Disciple of the Valley Master, Divine Doctor Hu who was treated as an honored guest in the Wei Kingdom, to do this.
"What... what did you say?"
Hu Qingxuan suddenly looked up, her beautiful eyes wide open, as if she had heard the most absurd joke in the world.
Her pretty face flushed crimson instantly, then turned pale, and finally became a furious, livid hue. "You want me, Direct Disciple of the Medical Immortal Valley, to be your Maidservant?"
She was absolutely furious.
She had considered that Zhang Yu might propose all sorts of harsh or even humiliating conditions, but she never expected that what he would propose was to make her the lowest of Maidservant.
This is even more humiliating than slapping her in the face.
This is utterly trampling on the dignity of the Immortal Medical Immortal Valley and Hu Qingxuan herself.
"Puff--"
Upon hearing this request, Xiao Yun and Xiao Sheng, who were standing nearby, were first taken aback, then their faces fell, and alarm bells rang in their hearts.
Oh no, I'm going to lose my job.
The two brothers exchanged a glance, both seeing a strong sense of crisis in each other's eyes.
No, I must defend my post.
I absolutely cannot let this fierce-looking girl take the position of my Brother-in-law- in-law's number one lackey.
On the other side, Xiao Meier was first stunned, then her eyes lit up as if she had discovered a new continent.
She quietly nudged Xiao Fenghua beside her and said in a very low voice:
"I didn't realize this guy had this kind of thing in mind, he's into 'servant complex'."
Xiao Fenghua was startled by her sister's words and was taken aback at first. Then she realized what she was doing and two barely perceptible blushes appeared on her pretty face.
She rolled her eyes at Xiao Meier, annoyed, and muttered, "What nonsense are you talking about? You're so unprofessional."
Xiao Meier ignored this and continued in a low voice:
"Go back and arrange for a few ambitious women to dress up as maids and serve you. Whether it works out or not depends on their own methods and luck."