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"Actually, I didn’t plan on giving a formal lecture today.""For our first session in the Acupuncture and Tuina class for Groups Five and Six, I intend to diagnose every one of you."Joseph’s gaze swept across the classroom as he continued, "In my opinion, everyone here is sick."His words landed like a thunderclap, leaving the students visibly stunned. What did he just say? "Everyone here is sick"? Wasn’t that essentially an insult?"Of course, saying you’re sick isn’t meant as an insult," Joseph clarified with a faint smile."What I mean is that traditional Chinese medicine is a discipline that emphasizes systemic, preventive, and curative approaches.""By systemic, I mean that learning TCM isn’t about mastering one isolated subject. The various branches of TCM are interconnected, forming a comprehensive system. Preventive means TCM can help maintain the body’s balance and prevent illnesses before they occur. As for curative, it’s self-explanatory—TCM seeks not only to treat symptom
The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 179
The students’ chatter grew louder as their admiration for Joseph reached new heights.Joseph, however, seemed oblivious to the commotion. As he carefully completed the prescription, he handed it to the student and said, "In addition to taking this formula as directed, you’ll also need to change a few bad habits.""Professor Wilson, what habits? Tell me, and I’ll change them immediately!" the student replied earnestly, his tone filled with unwavering respect."You don’t eat much meat, do you?" Joseph asked, his tone deliberate and pointed."Professor Wilson, you can tell even that? How did you figure it out?" The thin young man stared at Joseph in shock, his face full of disbelief.The surrounding students were equally stunned. How could Joseph deduce someone’s dietary habits just by observing them? They exchanged curious glances, their admiration for him growing by the second."And if I’m not mistaken," Joseph continued, maintaining his air of mystery, "this morning, you had vegetable
The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 180
"Ha ha ha! Bro, we’re all men here—we get it." "Professor Wilson is too sharp. No need to explain, my friend. We all understand!" "Yeah, yeah, don’t pretend. The professor already knows!" The classroom erupted into hearty laughter again. The young man could only scratch his head awkwardly, his face flushed with embarrassment."Your eyes are sunken, your lips are pale. If you keep this up, your body is going to collapse—and you might be risking your life," Joseph suddenly shifted his tone, his gaze turning serious."Have you ever… fainted during masturbation?" he asked bluntly.The question hit the student like a thunderbolt. He froze, his face a mix of shock and disbelief. "Professor Wilson, you mean… this could actually kill me?""It usually doesn’t lead to death," Joseph replied, his tone calm but piercing, "but there are times when it might feel worse than death.""Picture this: years from now, you’re successful in your career and married to a beautiful wife. But when the time c
The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 181
Two hours passed—neither too long nor too short—and Joseph finally completed the diagnoses for all the students. As expected, he was surrounded by a throng of students after class, answering questions for over half an hour before he could free himself. Fortunately, he had no other classes scheduled for the day; otherwise, he would surely have fallen behind.Leaving the classroom, Joseph made his way toward his office. The intense two-hour session had left him mentally drained, and his head felt slightly heavy. Stepping out of the elevator, he rubbed his temples in an attempt to ease the tension.But just as he rounded the corner— "Ah!" A sharp, high-pitched scream pierced the air. Joseph collided with a woman carrying a cup of water. The unexpected impact caused the entire contents of the cup to spill onto her chest, soaking a large portion of her blouse."Excuse me! Do you even watch where you’re going?!" the woman exclaimed, her voice carrying a mix of irritation and elegance.
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“Oh, my, Professor Wilson, your dedication is truly admirable! If Martin knew how much you cared, he’d probably be moved to tears,” Baker remarked, genuinely impressed.“You flatter me. As the saying goes, ‘No distinction in teaching, boundless compassion.’ As educators, we should care not only for our students but also for our colleagues. Knowing that he’s in pain makes me deeply uncomfortable. Late at night, I—” Joseph paused, seemingly searching for the right words.“Late at night, you… what? Cried under your blanket?” Baker interjected, half-joking.“Yes, exactly. I cried my heart out every night, thinking about his suffering,” Joseph replied with a straight face, playing along. There was no way he’d admit he’d been laughing under the covers at Martin’s predicament.“Professor Wilson, your compassion knows no bounds!” Baker exclaimed.“You’re too kind, Professor Baker. As I said, ‘No distinction in teaching.’” Joseph smiled politely.“Oh, right—I’m not sure of Charles Martin’s exa
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“Alright, alright, I’ll stop teasing. Let’s get serious. When it comes to cooking, Professor Martin, you’ll never be able to surpass me—not in this lifetime,” Joseph declared, his tone deliberately nonchalant.“The Cooper family used to think I was useless, good only for cooking. But now? They’ve got someone who can’t even manage that. Tell me, do you think Maria Long and Stephen Cooper might see you as even more incompetent than me?”Joseph’s words were subtle, yet each one struck precisely at Charles’ sore spots.“What exactly are you trying to say, Joseph?” Charles asked, his chest heaving with anger. It wasn’t even mid-morning yet, and Joseph had already managed to ruin his day with this barrage of verbal jabs.“Fine, I’ll get to the point. I heard you’re planning to treat Old Mr. Cooper?” Joseph said, his tone suddenly serious, though still carrying a hint of provocation.“How do you know about that?” Charles asked, narrowing his eyes.“Heidi told me. She doesn’t trust you. She’s
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“Professor Wilson may have a sharp tongue, but when it comes to his ethics as a doctor, he’s reliable. If he’s been paid, no matter how much he might tease you, he’ll take the work seriously and make sure to resolve your issues,” Lincoln commented, his tone neutral but laced with a hint of approval.Hearing this, Charles clenched his teeth in silent frustration.“Ethics?” he sneered internally. “That bastard has no ethics. He’s nothing but a conniving scoundrel!”Before returning to the country, Charles had fantasized about humiliating Joseph, putting him in his place. But now, he realized the man was no pushover—far from it. The thought only made him angrier.“Director Myers, was there something you needed from me?” Charles asked hurriedly, eager to change the subject before his blood pressure spiked further.“Not much, just a heads-up. The investigation into Joseph has already begun.”“The university has organized a team of deputy directors from both the modern medicine and traditio
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After leaving Charles Martin’s office, Joseph didn’t return to his own. Instead, he headed downstairs to find a quiet spot before dialing Heidi’s number.It didn’t take long for the call to connect.“Hello? Brother-in-law? I’m at the hospital with my parents right now. Is something wrong?” Heidi’s crisp, melodious voice came through the line.“Are you in a place where you can talk?” Joseph asked, intentionally lowering his voice upon hearing that Heidi was at the hospital.“Hold on, I’ll step outside. My parents are resting—I don’t want to disturb them,” Heidi replied promptly. Her excuse about not wanting to wake her parents was clearly meant for Stephen Cooper and Maria Long to hear.A moment later, Heidi’s voice came through again.“All right, brother-in-law, I’m outside now. What’s the matter?”“I just carried out my plan to provoke Charles Martin, and it worked perfectly. He’s already agreed to a wager with me,” Joseph said, his tone calm but brimming with confidence.“What shoul
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"Exactly, Professor Wilson. This ability is incredible. I’d love to learn it myself. How did you manage to train such precision?" Lindsay asked, her face full of eager curiosity."It’s not something you deliberately train for," Joseph explained with a faint smile. "If you handle enough herbs over time, you naturally develop a sense for their weight.""Like water wearing down stone or an iron rod being ground into a needle—if you dedicate yourself to something wholeheartedly, over time, you’ll reach heights you never imagined possible.""The key lies in ‘dedication.’ You must focus your heart and mind on feeling the weight of the herbs."Joseph’s tone was calm yet carried a profound wisdom, his words striking a chord with everyone present."What a beautiful lesson in focus and devotion," Philip Anderson said with admiration, his eyes filled with respect."Sir, the truth is, I came here today to borrow a set of silver needles. Has Lindsay mentioned this to you?" Joseph asked, steering t
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"Old Flores is right—this is an incredible stroke of fate," Joseph said with a faint smile, his tone tinged with a hint of wonder. "The fragments in this ancient text, combined with the incomplete formula passed down by my master, have come together to form a complete prescription.""I never expected such a coincidence to exist in this world."His words left everyone astonished."Isn’t that something? It seems our family and Professor Wilson are deeply connected by fate. Who would’ve thought that, though I’ve never met your master, I’ve already shared a profound connection with him through his work!"Philip Anderson’s voice was filled with emotion, his excitement almost palpable."Sir, please keep this prescription for yourself. As a fellow physician, I won’t bother explaining the finer details. Simply follow the listed ingredients and dosages, and it will suffice," Joseph said casually, his tone lighthearted."Professor Wilson, please come with me," Philip Anderson suddenly said, gra
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"Naturally!" Philip Anderson immediately turned to Lindsay Anderson and said, "Lindsay, fetch the pen, ink, and paper!" Lindsay nodded obediently and quickly retrieved the requested items, placing them neatly on the table. "Professor Wilson, please enlighten us!" Philip Anderson gestured invitingly, his respect for Joseph evident. "Then I shall do my best." Joseph picked up the brush, dipped it lightly in ink, and began to write on the blank sheet of paper. He preferred to write prescriptions with a brush, believing that medicine was not only a science but also an art. To him, prescribing medicine and saving lives were acts of profound significance, deserving of a certain ceremonial reverence. As Joseph wrote the names of the first two ingredients, the room collectively gasped in astonishment. "Professor Wilson, your handwriting is extraordinary!" Richard Anderson couldn’t help but blurt out, visibly impressed. Even Philip Anderson and Tristan Flores were captivated. The stren
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"I’ve just had more opportunities to practice over the years. It’s nothing worth mentioning," Joseph replied modestly. "Professor Wilson, how about giving us a demonstration?" Tristan Flores suddenly suggested. "A demonstration? What do you have in mind?" Joseph asked with a smile. "Professor Wilson, Richard just got out of the hospital. How about you check him over to see if there’s anything else wrong with him? Let us witness your skills firsthand." Philip Anderson’s tone carried a hint of anticipation. "Sure, that’s simple enough," Joseph agreed with a slight smile. "Great! Professor Wilson, please take a good look at me. Let me know if there’s anything I need to watch out for so I don’t run into trouble later," Richard chimed in, immediately sitting down in front of Joseph. Joseph reached out, ready to take Richard’s pulse. But just as he was about to begin, Philip Anderson interrupted him. "Hold on, Professor Wilson. Let me go first." "I haven’t taken his pulse since h
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“Don’t you think Professor Wilson is incredibly young?” Laura said, peeking out the window to glance at Joseph’s car. “That’s obvious, isn’t it? You don’t need to point it out,” Richard replied, growing impatient. “He’s young, talented, and good-looking. He’s not much older than our daughter,” Laura continued, her tone thoughtful. “That car out there—that’s his, right? It’s beautiful. Must’ve cost a fortune.” “Of course, it’s a luxury vehicle. Easily worth a million. If we sold our house, we might just be able to afford it. What, are you interested in him now?” Richard joked. “You’re so inappropriate! Do I look like someone who’d attract a man like him?!” Laura shot back, punching him lightly on the shoulder. “Then what’s the point of all this?” Richard asked with a chuckle. “Didn’t you notice the way our daughter was looking at Professor Wilson? There’s something… peculiar about it,” Laura said, a sly smile spreading across her face. “Peculiar? How so? I didn’t notice anythin
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Joseph nodded and started the car, driving into the complex. He had to admit, the neighborhood was indeed large. While its size wasn’t an issue, the sheer number of turns and side streets made it easy to get lost. Without someone guiding him, he might have spent ages circling around. The area itself wasn’t particularly upscale, and the buildings showed signs of age. However, the maintenance was impeccable, and the surroundings exuded a quiet charm. Considering Richard Anderson’s profession, Joseph guessed that most of the residents here were likely public servants—teachers, civil servants, and the like. “Turn right up ahead, then left, and then another right. We’re almost there,” Lindsay instructed. “Got it.” Joseph followed her directions, maneuvering the car carefully through the winding streets. A few minutes later, they arrived at a spacious clearing. Ahead, near the roadside, stood a three-story house. The house was sizable, with a well-maintained garden in the front. The
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“So, according to you, your Mason Alvarez has a strong sense of ‘romantic ethics’? She’d actually ask permission before stealing someone’s boyfriend?” Joseph couldn’t resist mocking her logic. “Believe it or not, that’s just the kind of person she is.” “Look at the shirt she bought you. Or the way she interacts with you. She’s completely honest and direct with people she’s comfortable with. But not many people get to know her well enough to see that side of her. Sometimes, I think she’s a little pitiful. Someone like her must feel so lonely.” Alice sighed softly, her voice tinged with genuine sympathy. “You’re too kind and too pure for your own good, kiddo.” Joseph chuckled as he reached out to ruffle her hair affectionately. “By the way, tomorrow afternoon, I need to stop by a student’s house to pick up a set of silver needles. I’ll also be staying for dinner. Let me know when your classes end so I can pick you up.” Joseph decided it was best to let Alice know in advance. “Hu
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“Can you imagine a woman who doesn’t like shopping, doesn’t enjoy socializing, and spends all her time going back and forth between her office and the lab? That’s Mason Alvarez. She’s incredibly hardworking.” Alice explained with a laugh, but her tone carried genuine admiration for Mason Alvarez. “That may be true, but does that justify buying me this shirt? Is this really something an adult would do?” Joseph gestured at the Mickey Mouse print on his chest, utterly exasperated. “Why don’t you ever buy me something like this?” He shot Alice a pointed look. “Because I’m different. I’ve been observing you since we were kids—I know what you like to eat, what habits you have, and what kind of clothes suit you. I even browse shopping websites sometimes to figure out what styles would look good on you.” “Stuff like this isn’t something you’re born knowing. It takes time and effort.” Alice’s explanation was matter-of-fact, but her tone was warm. “You actually spend time researching t
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Watching him leave, Mason blinked a few times, then returned to her work. Ten minutes later, Joseph sent Mason a photo. It was a picture of the shirt she’d bought him. On the right side of the chest was a cheerful, oversized Mickey Mouse graphic. “Professor Alvarez, do you even know how to shop for men’s clothes? What is this? Do you think a man in his twenties should be wearing something like this?” Joseph’s tone was filled with disbelief as he stared at himself in the mirror, his face dark with frustration. “Uh… I guess I don’t. Didn’t I tell you I’ve never had a boyfriend? The only man I’ve ever bought clothes for is my dad.” “You specifically told me not to buy something that looks like something my dad would wear, so I thought I’d go for something youthful. Don’t you think Mickey Mouse is cute?” Mason genuinely thought she’d made a thoughtful choice. “Youthful? This doesn’t make me look youthful—it makes me look childish!” Joseph was utterly exasperated. He was starting
