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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
The Rise of the Son-in-law After Divorce Chapter 208
"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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"If I’ve said I’ll teach you, then of course it exists," Joseph replied with a reassuring smile."Professor Wilson, come with me. I’ll show you my silver needle collection," Philip Anderson said, pulling Joseph by the arm as they left the apothecary. It turned out that the silver needles were not stored in the same room but in a separate, more secure location.Seeing this, Richard Anderson followed after them, but Lindsay had already finished wrapping the herbs and exited the apothecary with Tristan Flores.Under Philip Anderson’s guidance, Joseph was led to the third floor. They stopped in front of a locked room, and Philip carefully retrieved a key to unlock the door."Lindsay, Old Flores, and Professor Wilson, come on in.""Richard, you stay out!" Philip said abruptly, turning to his son."What? Dad, why? You never let me into this room. Now you’re letting everyone else in, but not me?"Richard Anderson looked utterly bewildered."You’re not a doctor. What would you even do in here
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"The needles stored in flames are imbued with pure yang energy; those encased in ice are infused with pure yin energy. As for the flowing water, it represents the ultimate balance of strength and gentleness. The needles preserved in water are both smooth and delicate, yet sharp and unyielding," Joseph remarked as he examined the three sets, his tone thoughtful."Professor Wilson, you truly have a discerning eye," Philip said, impressed."The needles kept in flames are called the Forged Flame Needles. As the name suggests, they were repeatedly forged and tempered in intense fire.""The ones encased in ice are the Eternal Ice Needles. During their creation, they were soaked in a special medicinal solution for forty-nine days, then sealed in ice for another forty-nine days to preserve the medicinal properties.""This process was repeated nine times, imbuing each needle with nine layers of medicinal efficacy that are highly beneficial to the human body.""As for the needles in flowing wat
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"If you’re able to bring them, that would indeed be ideal. Their unique storage needs make them difficult to transport," Joseph replied, his gaze briefly sweeping across the room full of silver needles."Professor Wilson, I’ll let Mrs. Cooper know tonight that we’ll be visiting Old Mr. Cooper on Saturday. Since we were once his primary physicians, she’s unlikely to refuse," Philip said confidently."That’s fine, but please don’t mention that I’ll be coming. There are… many complicated factors involved. You can simply go under your own names," Joseph instructed."Don’t worry, Professor Wilson. We won’t say a word about you," Tristan assured him."Good. Aside from the Graceful Water Needles, I’ll also need two sets of standard silver needles. If it’s convenient, I’d rather not go out and purchase them," Joseph said directly, not bothering with formalities."That’s no trouble at all. Just pick out two sets from the wall," Philip replied generously."Then I won’t stand on ceremony," Josep
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“So, that’s what this is all about,” Philip remarked, a touch of understanding in his voice. “Don’t you think having such an outstanding grandson-in-law would be wonderful?” Laura said, her smile shy and anticipatory. The mere thought of Joseph Wilson becoming her son-in-law was enough to make her giddy. “Do you think I haven’t thought about that?” Philip replied with a sigh. “But it all depends on what our girl is capable of. A young man like Professor Wilson—do you think he doesn’t have women lining up for him?” “That’s exactly why we have to help her! Father, you and he are both in the medical field—invite him over more often. That room of yours, it’s time to put it to good use,” Laura coaxed earnestly. “As if I needed you to tell me that. I’ve already thought of it,” Philip scoffed. “You think I don’t see through your little schemes? That girl of yours—when she looks at Professor Wilson, her eyes practically sparkle.” “This is the first time I’ve ever seen her look at a man l
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Hearing the voice messages, Joseph directly called Alice back, switching to speakerphone as he drove. The call connected almost instantly. “Hello? Joseph, are you home yet?” Alice’s crisp and melodious voice came through the line. “I’m already on my way,” Joseph replied, his hands steady on the wheel. “Did you get it?” Alice asked eagerly. “Yes, I got it. Everything went smoothly, no issues,” Joseph assured her. “How much did it cost? I was worried you’d need money and kept waiting for you to contact me,” Alice said, her voice tinged with concern. “It didn’t cost anything. The student’s parent owed me a favor, so they gave it to me as a gift,” Joseph explained with a slight chuckle. “That’s quite generous,” Alice said, sounding surprised. “It’s a valuable item—something money can’t easily buy. It’s pure luck I managed to find such a good set of silver needles,” Joseph added, his tone relaxed. “Well then, drive safely. We’ll talk more when you get home,” Alice said sweetly. “
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“Joseph, do you think I’m unattractive? Am I not womanly enough?” Alice asked softly. She sat up, smoothing her tousled hair and avoiding his gaze, her cheeks still tinged with a rosy hue. “Silly girl, of course not,” Joseph said gently. He reached out and cupped her cheek, his thumb brushing against her soft skin. But before he could say more, Alice suddenly stood on tiptoe and pressed her lips to his. Her arms wrapped tightly around his neck as she pulled him down with her. This time, they fell onto the bed together once more. Alice’s boldness shattered the last of Joseph’s composure. His hands, as if moving of their own accord, slipped under her clothes, finding the soft, warm curves of her body. The sensation sent his heart racing, every nerve in his body ablaze. This girl had completely unraveled him.……“Mason Alvarez, you’re here! Why bring all these things?” Alice asked warmly, eyeing the assortment of bags Mason carried in with her.“Oh, just a couple of bottles of wine
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"Uh... was it that obvious?" Heidi blinked, caught off guard."It's written all over your forehead — 'I'm upset'," the old man teased."Aiya, it's like this, Grandpa. Let me tell you the whole story." Heidi plopped down beside him and began recounting everything about Joseph's upcoming blind date.After listening quietly, Old Mr. Cooper let out a long sigh. "Ah... I knew it. The moment he stepped away from the Cooper family, he started to shine." "Your sister’s biggest mistake in life was letting him go."He looked at her with a mixture of regret and foresight. "Girl, let me tell you this — this is just the beginning. From now on, more and more women will come into his life, and many of them will rival your sister in beauty and wealth."Heidi gave a bitter smile. "What can we do? That’s his blessing, not ours.""There may be nothing we can do — but you can." The old man’s eyes twinkled with something unspoken."Me?" Heidi blinked, surprised. Though Grandpa had hinted at this
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Joseph looked at the old man and was momentarily speechless. If he didn’t accept it, the old man might really fall into depression.“Well, since you insist, I’ll hold on to it for now,” Joseph said helplessly.“That’s good, that’s good. You take it.” “Suddenly, I feel much better,” Old Mr. Cooper said, his spirits lifting the moment Joseph took the check, as if a great weight had been lifted from him.Joseph couldn’t help but feel a bit exasperated.“Grandpa, I’ve asked the servants to bring your lunch in. If there's nothing else, I’ll go have lunch with my brother-in-law,” Heidi said softly.“Go on, don’t worry about this old man. You young people should enjoy your time together,” the old man replied with a wistful sigh. “Heidi’s already eighteen now. Not a little girl anymore.”That last comment struck Joseph as a bit odd, as though the old man were deliberately reminding him of something. He glanced deeply at Heidi — their eyes met, and for a brief moment, neither looked aw
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"It was arranged by a colleague. For various reasons, I didn’t really know how to turn it down. More accurately… I couldn’t." "In other words, I was just doing someone a favor." Joseph smiled bitterly as he explained.As they walked toward Old Mr. Cooper’s room, Joseph recounted the details of the so-called blind date to Heidi."So that’s how it is. Brother-in-law, sounds like you were just used as someone’s shield." "But… aren’t most of the professors at Nova University’s medical school already in their mid-thirties or older?" Heidi looked puzzled. Joseph was so young—surely no one would set him up with someone that much older?"Ahem… There’s one who’s quite young at the School of Modern Medicine." Joseph cleared his throat."School of Modern Medicine… young?" Heidi frowned, trying to recall. After a moment, a name came to her."You mean that Mason Alvarez? I think she’s not even thirty yet, right? She’s pretty famous, now that I think of it. She’s even the associate director o
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"It's written all over your face—you think I wouldn’t notice?" Joseph teased with a smile."I-Is it really?" Brady Rogers looked genuinely startled. He instinctively picked up his phone and angled the screen toward his face like a mirror.Only after doing so did he realize how ridiculous the gesture was."Professor Wilson, are you messing with me? How could anything be written on my face?" Flushing with embarrassment, Brady scratched the back of his head."Hahaha… Professor Rogers, I meant that your emotions show clearly on your face—not that there's actual writing there." Joseph chuckled, thoroughly amused by his colleague’s reaction."Well, you’re not wrong. I do have something I’d like to talk to you about. Could I borrow three or four minutes of your time?" Brady asked earnestly."Three or four minutes? That’s just about the length of a song. We’ve got plenty of time before class—go ahead." Joseph checked his watch and nodded."Yes, just the length of a song. May I have that
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"Huh? What did you say?" Molly finally registered Mason Morgan’s words, her face flushing an even deeper shade of red.She had been lost in a swirl of thoughts—fanciful, chaotic musings that made her momentarily forget where she was, or what Mason had said."I asked why your face is so red. Are you feeling unwell?" Mason repeated patiently."Really? I don’t think so. I feel fine—maybe the kitchen was just a bit too warm." Molly touched her cheeks, trying to explain away her embarrassment."Molly, I feel like there’s a surge of energy rushing straight to my head." Mason suddenly pulled her into his arms, their bodies pressed close together."Ah!" Molly let out a soft gasp at the sudden embrace."Alright, stop fooling around. You’re not supposed to overexert yourself—wait until your body fully recovers." She gently straightened his collar, her face still tinged with shyness."How about we go get our marriage certificate in the next couple of days? That way, we’ll finally be offici
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"I told you—it’s medicine," Molly replied without missing a beat."Medicine? Medicine that smells like that? Are you trying to fool a child?" Leah tilted her head, clearly unconvinced."Why would I lie to you? If you don’t believe me, see for yourself." Molly sighed. Her daughter had many good traits, but her gluttony was incurable.Leah stepped closer and peered into the bowl. She blinked at the dark liquid—yes, it looked like medicine, but the aroma was far too enticing."Medicine that smells this good? Maybe... I should taste it?" She stared at the bowl with a thoughtful expression."Are you crazy? You want to drink medicine now?" Molly was half amused, half exasperated."But it looks really tasty!" Leah protested."This is your Uncle Mason’s prescription. If you drink it, what’s he supposed to take?" Molly rolled her eyes."Fine then! So you're saying this was prescribed by Alice’s boyfriend? For Uncle Mason?" Leah tilted her head upward, her tone suddenly serious."Yes, A
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"What gap between people are you talking about?" "People aren’t all that different—it’s just a matter of methodology. Once you grasp the right approach, your efficiency naturally improves." Joseph smiled as he spoke."Then you have to teach me!" Alice pouted. "I thought I was already ahead of my classmates, but with your help, I feel like I can finish the entire theoretical part of this project tonight if I work another two hours.""Tomorrow, I’ll head to the lab, and that should wrap things up. The core of this project is theoretical anyway—the experimental part is minimal.""That’s great. Come on, let’s eat first." Joseph suggested.Alice agreed and took her seat at the table."Joseph, try this!" She beamed, placing a bite of food into his bowl."Delicious. You've improved a lot. At this rate, you could be a head chef at a hotel!" Joseph took a bite and praised her sincerely."Really?" Alice’s face lit up like a blooming flower."Of course." Joseph replied with certainty."Hm
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"Okay, I’ve turned it down to a simmer. Two hours it is. Let’s go eat. After dinner, we’ll clean up and check the medicine—it should be about done by then." Molly gave Mason a gentle nudge."Mom, Uncle Mason, what are you cooking? Why does it smell so good?" Just then, Leah wandered over, stretching her neck to peek into the kitchen, her face full of curiosity."What else could it be? It’s medicine!" Molly tugged Leah away from the kitchen."But how can medicine smell so good? Isn’t it supposed to be bitter?" Leah glanced longingly over her shoulder, confusion written all over her face."That’s the prescription Alice’s boyfriend wrote for your Uncle Mason. It does smell good, doesn’t it? As for why... your mom’s got no idea." Molly replied as she sat at the dining table, dishing food onto Leah’s plate."Alice’s boyfriend?" Leah blinked in surprise, curiosity gleaming in her eyes."I’ll take you to see him next time. Have you met Alice before?" Mason Morgan asked with a smile."
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"You're so annoying. You clearly know what I mean, yet you're pretending not to."Alice gave Joseph a playful punch on the chest, her voice tinged with flirtatious reproach.Joseph took a moment to process her words. It was only then that the meaning registered."Ahem... so, do you want to?" He asked softly, a faint blush coloring his cheeks.Upon hearing this, Alice buried her face shyly into Joseph's chest."I don't know. I've never tried it... so I want to. I just don't know what it feels like." Her voice was barely audible, muffled against his chest. Though her dorm mates often joked lewdly, this was the first time she had ever talked about such things with a man.She wasn’t even sure where her courage had come from—to say these things to Joseph."So that means you do want to." Seeing her bashful expression, Joseph suddenly found himself less embarrassed."Sometimes I think about it..." Alice murmured, then added with uncharacteristic boldness, "That old hag Mason Alvarez said
