In the 010th instance, since ancient times, fate has been calculated with nine surprises, and all who come and go are eager to inquire and prepare.

The police officer looked at him with a somewhat amused expression, but restrained himself and coldly said: "Whether it is murder or saving a life, we will only know after clarifying the matter. Please come with me first"

On the afternoon of the third day, Professor Qu finally "rushed back" to Beijing and immediately entered the ward to save lives. Qu Yimin was sent away, and in the ward, apart from the comatose patient, there were only an old man and a young one. Mei Xi said: "I don't need to exert any effort to whip him again; he will wake up by himself in due time. Let's make this thrilling; let the people outside believe that at the last moment, your esteemed self will miraculously bring him back to life. That would be truly miraculous."

It turns out I encountered a fortune teller who roams the world. The "Jingmen" is the foremost among the eight major schools of the Jianghu, and there has been a saying since ancient times about the "Nine Jings," which refer to: fortune telling, physiognomy, character analysis, spirit writing, aura reading, necromancy, astrology, sorcery, and the Duan Gong. Among these, astrologers are rarely seen among the common people, as they are primarily affiliated with the official authorities. This is because, in ancient China, the practice of astronomy by the common folk was largely prohibited, and discussing astrology was considered illegal. As for the other "Eight Jings," they have been quite common since ancient times.

Who is that woman? It cannot be said, nor can it be expressed, but the young man finds it hard to forget the first woman in his life, always thinking of her involuntarily. Mei Xi shook her head to dispel the thoughts and changed the subject, asking: "Sister, what about your situation? Zhang Xiaoning is pursuing you quite fervently; are you not moved at all?"

As the two walked and talked, they suddenly heard someone calling from behind: "Please stop, you two! ... Yes, it's you, this handsome couple, please stop!"

Qu Yimin: "He is pursuing me, and he is also after my grandfather. You know my grandfather's capabilities, as well as those ancestral treasures... If he steps in this time and spends money to settle things, how are my grandfather and I supposed to repay this favor?"

Qu Yimin chuckled, her mood brightening considerably: "With your skills, isn't that unnecessary?"

Meixi: "It cannot be considered a downfall. I haven't mentioned this to you before, but I grew up wandering the world. At that time, I was indeed short on money, and seeing that place seemed suitable for begging, I couldn't help but give it a try"

"It is me, how did I end up here?" The man named Chi Ye awakened, realizing he was lying on a hospital bed, with two police officers standing in front of him, while Mei Xi and Professor Qu stood to the side

Qu Yimin looked at him from the side and said, "I feel that you are becoming more and more mature. It makes me a bit shy to hear you call me 'sister.' I really can't tell that you are just a second-year undergraduate student."

Meixi: "That family is in need of your assistance, and they will temporarily lower their heads for now. However, judging by their style of conduct, once the person regains consciousness, they may not hesitate to retaliate. It would be better to be thorough in your actions."

In fact, Mei Xi hasn't changed much; what has changed is the way Qu Yi Min perceives Mei Xi. The day after the matter was resolved, Qu Yi Min specifically invited Mei Xi to dinner at a decent restaurant outside the school, of course to express her gratitude, which made Mei Xi feel quite embarrassed. Qu Yi Min's mood was still not very good, and during the meal, she ordered several bottles of beer, so Mei Xi had no choice but to drink with her

Mei Xi nodded: "I originally only knew about the application, but I did not understand the underlying principles. After studying medicine for over a year, I have come to understand a bit. You are right, but it is not easy to put it into practice."

As soon as Chi Ye woke up, he was inexplicably taken away by the police. At the same time, all the relatives who were with Chi Gong on the night of his death were also under investigation, leaving the hospital quiet. The circumstances of Chi Gong's death were indeed bizarre; he truly choked to death. There is a technique to prying open someone's jaw to administer soup or medicine, but the Chi family was unaware of this. At that time, Chi Gong was delirious and out of his mind, and of course, he would not take the medicine himself. Chi Ye pried open his jaw and forcefully poured the medicine in, but he did not understand the proper technique, resulting in another unfortunate incident

Qu Yimin asked again, "You've been in university for such a long time, why haven't you been in a relationship? It's different now than in the past; finding a partner in university has become quite popular."

"Sister, drink a little less, or you will get drunk," Mei Xi advised, while secretly thinking to herself: "When I was on night duty, she asked me to accompany her; now she goes out alone to drink and gets herself drunk. This sister really has no defenses against me at all. Sigh, fortunately, I am not a bad person"

Seeing his shy demeanor, Qu Yimin continued to tease him: "Alright, it's settled then. In the future, if you get a girlfriend, you can borrow money from your sister. However, there is one condition: you must bring her to me first for a look, and I will vet her for you"

Mei Xi thought to himself—Zhang Xiao Ning might not be entirely after Professor Qu; as long as he could win over Qu Yi Min, it would be a case of both wealth and beauty. Eventually, the secrets of the Qu family would also fall into his hands. Ever since that conversation with Professor Qu about the topic of Wu Shi San, Mei Xi realized that the old man Qu had many things that could help someone like Zhang Xiao Ning make money.

Meixi: "Our family motto in the Mei family is that the monkey whip should not be used lightly, and I am also reluctant to use it. However, when the situation arises and there is no other choice, one can only decide whether to act or not; if one must act, then one will act."

"The 'Jingmen' is the foremost of the Eight Gates, while 'Suanming' is the foremost of the Nine Frights, and this is not a coincidence. People are inherently curious about fate and future prospects; even if they do not verbally inquire, they still ponder these matters internally. This curiosity is not directly related to belief in ghosts or deities. Every action taken involves speculating about future possibilities and reflecting on unresolved questions from past experiences. In a broad sense, many individuals engage in this field. Economic guidance is provided by market analysts and financial experts, while stock trading is advised by investment consultants and securities analysts, among others. For instance, there are numerous individuals in Wall Street, USA, who make a living in this manner, but they simply have more appealing titles and occupy higher office floors.

Qu Yimin: "I heard my grandfather say that using a monkey whip to send them to the hospital is actually a taboo, and I truly feel sorry about it; it is all because of me"

Although Mei Xi rarely drinks alcohol at school, he has a considerable tolerance for it. Since childhood, he has learned martial arts from his third uncle, and his grandfather often used medicinal wine to rub on his body. After entering high school, every time he returns home, he has to accompany his grandfather for a few drinks, and he has never been drunk. However, Qu Yi Min's tolerance for alcohol is clearly not very good; after just a few drinks, her face turns red, and fine sweat beads appear on her nose, indicating that she is slightly intoxicated.

Professor Qu: "The skill of monkey tricks? I see this time you have treated that group of people like monkeys!"

On the surface, it was Qu Yimin who stepped forward, and within two days, she managed to revive two individuals, with both her and her "assistant" Mei Xi exerting their utmost efforts. The group that caused the disturbance was also not idle, writing thank-you letters, presenting banners, and showering them with compliments. There remained one last person, the deceased's cousin who had led the disturbance, who could not be revived no matter what. Later, Mei Xi faced the patient's family, shrugged her shoulders, and helplessly said: "The symptoms of this last individual are too severe; Dr. Qu cannot treat him. But do not worry, Professor Qu will be back tonight." There remained one last person, the deceased's cousin who had led the disturbance, who could not be revived no matter what. Later, Mei Xi faced the patient's family, shrugged her shoulders, and helplessly said: "The symptoms of this last individual are too severe; Dr. Qu cannot treat him. But do not worry, Professor Qu will be back tonight."

Meixi: "What kind of joke is this? I am not in the mood for that right now"

Professor Qu smiled slightly: "If it's easy, why must I take action?"

Seeing his smile, Mei Xi knew that the old man was confident. She was slightly surprised and said, "Could it be that my casual remarks were actually correct? You really can bring someone back to consciousness? ... Mr. Qu, it is said that my family's whip technique is incomplete, and this fainting whip is just one of the ultimate skills. If what you say is true, there might indeed be a complete set of whip techniques. Can we study it further later?"

Qu Yimin smiled: "I am your counselor, and aside from attending classes, you spend all your time with my grandfather. Of course, I am well aware of your romantic interests."

The police did not answer his question and coldly said: "On the night of November 3, 2008, your cousin suddenly fell ill. Was it the medicine you forced him to drink?"

Meixi: "I can't even afford tuition, how can I have money to pursue a relationship? Modern urban love is all about luxury; I don't have that kind of capital. I can't keep asking my girlfriend out for dinner and movies, and then borrow money from you, can I?"

Professor Qu and Mei Xi expressed their gratitude in unison. After Yu left, Mei Xi let out a sigh and said, "I never expected that person to die in such a manner. It seems that merely having medicine cannot cure the illness."

This statement is somewhat harsh; those who do not understand may suspect that Mei Xi intends to do something malicious. However, Professor Qu understands his meaning and sighs, saying: "In any case, I thank you on behalf of Yi Min. I know that you are also acting against your will"

The police, still expressionless, interrupted him: "You gathered a crowd to create a disturbance and vandalize; your accomplices have already surrendered, and this matter will be settled separately. Let me tell you, the autopsy results for your cousin have come out. He died of asphyxiation, caused by forced medication that led to the herbal solution entering his trachea, resulting in spasms. He choked to death! ... Do you understand the nature of your actions? To put it more seriously, it amounts to murder. As for the specific circumstances, further investigation is needed. Now that you are awake, you will come with us for a trip."

The old master is truly coming, and Mei Xi has also become interested, standing by to see if this family heirloom skill can be deciphered. As the old master administers treatment, he speaks: "You deliver the force of your whip through internal energy into the meridians; without sufficient skill, it cannot be executed, and lacking in ability may also injure a person. It seems you have mastered it... The tip of the whip strikes at the intersection of yin and yang, altering the flow of energy and reversing the spirit, causing fainting. If you strike the same whip from the other side, you can awaken the person, and I can also apply acupuncture from the other side."

The other police officer, who had been silent, did not leave immediately. He was the officer named Yu Xian, whom Professor Qu had saved a few days ago. He said to Mei Xi: "You specifically came to tell me about this matter, and only then did I realize that the trouble Dr. Qu encountered was actually related to the day he saved me. I truly apologize... The criminal investigator from earlier is my buddy, so you can rest assured. After scaring them off, those people won't dare to cause any more trouble. The public security authorities have also left a record of the investigation, so it will be easier to address any future issues."

It is impossible not to worry, as it is about to reach three days and three nights. However, none of the patient's family members dare to cause a scene or lose their temper; they can only cautiously appease, fearing they might offend Miss Qu, and inadvertently offend the savior, Professor Qu as well. These people are not fools; when Mei Xi casually fabricated a "fainting syndrome," they completely believed it. With so many doctors in Beijing, there are probably some who could treat such fainting symptoms, but no one else has stepped forward. In their eyes, only Mei Xi has the final say. These people are not fools; when Mei Xi casually fabricated a "fainting syndrome," they completely believed it. With so many doctors in Beijing, there are probably some who could treat such fainting symptoms, but no one else has stepped forward. In their eyes, only Mei Xi has the final say.

Old Qu glared at him and said, "I didn't expect you to be such an old hand. But you've forgotten one thing: I am a doctor, a real doctor! So, I don't intend to play around with such tactics to the end." After speaking, he began to take the patient's pulse and carefully examined the patient's entire body, especially the head. He took out the needle box and moxibustion rolls he carried with him and started to administer acupuncture and moxibustion.

The leader of the hospital incident woke up from a coma, and the first thing that came into view was not Professor Qu and Mei Xi, but two uniformed police officers wearing large-brimmed hats. Before he could fully regain his senses, he heard a stern voice coldly ask, "Chi Ye?"

Meixi shook his head: "What era is it now? There are no such formalities, just the skills of monkey tricks. If we are to discuss the principles and rules of martial arts, you, as a senior, understand them better than I do. What is there for me to be concerned about?"

Qu Yimin lowered her head and said: "After this incident, I feel that I ... ... "

Professor Qu: "Of course, otherwise what would we need doctors for? In this matter, both the hospital and the doctors are at fault. Sigh, let's not mention it..."

... ...

Qu Yimin found it somewhat intolerable. Seeing that the troubles had all been resolved, she was eager to conclude the matter quickly. However, Professor Qu had instructed that everything should be arranged according to Mei Xi's plans

As the streetlights flickered on at dusk, passersby hurried along the sidewalk, while Mei Xi and Qu Yi Min walked side by side. It must be said that women sometimes appear more charming after a drink; her cheeks were flushed, her eyes sparkling, and a faint, delicate fragrance occasionally wafted to Mei Xi's nose. Mei Xi tried not to look at her, keeping his gaze fixed ahead as he walked slowly, when he heard Qu Yi Min say, "I didn't expect you to have such great abilities. Why did you end up begging on the streets in the first place?"

Chi Ye suddenly recalled the events before his coma and sat up abruptly in bed: "Officer, yes, it was the doctor who poisoned my cousin to death, my cousin died unjustly!"

Professor Qu: "Do you have any other plans?"

Meixi interrupted her and comforted her, saying: "You haven't done anything wrong, but the matters of this world are just that complicated"

An unintentional joke touched upon the hidden depths of Mei Xi's heart, reminding him of an enchanting woman. It is true that Mei Xi has never had a girlfriend or engaged in a formal romantic relationship, but that does not mean he lacks experiences with women. In university, the conversations among male dormitory mates often revolve around women, with all sorts of bragging taking place. Mei Xi has always avoided this topic, yet he is no longer a virgin; he had already lost that status before entering university.

The police's intimidation caused Chi Ye's complexion to change; he jumped up from the bed in a start and tugged at the police officer's clothing, exclaiming: "Comrade police, it’s not like that. The medicine was prepared by his wife. Chi Gong was biting down and moving around, making it impossible to administer the medicine. I called for help, and it was only because I have great strength that I was able to force the medicine in... I am saving lives, not taking them"

Qu Yimin did not let him off the hook and continued to ask with a smile: "This has nothing to do with whether you have feelings or not. When you encounter someone who moves your heart, it is no longer a matter of whether you want it or not... Seeing you so hesitant, could it be that you have a child bride back home?"

Professor Qu: "I am also very interested. I will study it thoroughly later. If your technique produces such effects on this area, what about other areas? It's a pity that we cannot easily experiment on people... You must teach me the method of striking the monkey's tail. You don't have any reservations about that, do you?"

Meixi couldn't help but reach out to touch his nose, and with a somewhat flickering expression, he replied, "Stop joking around, what era are we in now? How can there still be child brides?" To Qu Yimin, his reaction appeared shy and bashful, so she didn't think much of it. However, this statement stirred a ripple in Meixi's heart

Professor Qu possesses exceptional medical skills. Before the person naturally awakens, he surprisingly performs a procedure to bring them back to consciousness, effectively breaking the fainting spell of Mei Xi. Mei Xi reflects inwardly that indeed, all methods in this world originate from the same source

Stopping to look back, they heard someone calling them from the street. Upon seeing this person, Mei Xi couldn't help but smile, involuntarily reminded of her uncle, the Daoist priest Zheng Qian who resolves fortunes and misfortunes at the temple. The man was dressed in a silver embroidered jacket with a knotted front, appearing to be in his thirties, with a handsome face resembling warm jade, though he had quite a bit of white hair at his temples. He sat elegantly by the sidewalk, with a piece of white paper in front of him, on which were written two large characters—fortune-telling. His calm demeanor was in stark contrast to the incongruous sign in front of him, creating a somewhat comedic effect.

Meixi shook his head: "Are you talking about using a monkey whip? That's just a skill for performing with monkeys. I can't very well perform with monkeys at the Beijing West Railway Station, can I? If I were to use a whip for robbery, what would that make me? I would be no better than a robber using a club, and the police would have taken care of me long ago... In terms of skill, your grandfather is far superior to me, but his true identity is that of a medical professor."

Meixi: "One cannot say it like that. Looking at Zhang Xiaoning's attitude at the time, he genuinely wanted to help you. As long as you agreed, he might have actually spent his own money to settle things... This person's approach may not be to your liking, but you cannot turn a blind eye to the kindness others have shown you."

"Alright, if you say not to drink, then I won't. Let's go out for a walk, I'm feeling a bit restless inside." Qu Yimin was quite obedient, putting down her cup and settling the bill before leaving the restaurant.

Mei Xi's heart was pounding a bit as she avoided her gaze and said: "People come in all kinds, and it is normal for those with more complex experiences to feel more mature; at least other students haven't asked for food."

The matter has come to a conclusion, and Qu Yimin's troubles have dissipated; however, the aftereffects have not completely settled. The most direct change resulting from this is that Qu Yimin's gaze towards Mei Xi has transformed. Mei Xi possesses exceptional skills and stepped forward at a critical moment, effectively resolving all the troubles with great finesse. Is Mei Xi still the foolish boy she picked up from the train station to bring back to school? The changes over the past year have indeed been significant! Is Mei Xi still the foolish boy she picked up from the train station to bring back to school? The changes over the past year have indeed been significant!

Meixi smiled and said: "I can perform tricks with monkeys, and of course, I can also manipulate people. What do you think? ... ... First, you should save the person. Once you wake me up, I have further plans."

Upon hearing this, Qu Yimin felt somewhat displeased and snorted, saying: "Don't mention him. What idea has he come up with this time?"

Mei Xi touched her nose to conceal her expression: "How do you know I am not in a relationship?"