After sending the message to Wong Qifu, Xu Ke messaged Duan Chongfeng, informing him that he was on his way over and needed his help with something.

His new residence, arranged by Duan Chongfeng, was very close to Global Square. This meant it would be incredibly convenient for Xu Ke to check on his clinic. At the same time, since Global Square was in the city center, it was also very close to Wong Qifu's home.

「」

At twelve o'clock noon, Xu Ke arrived at Junyue Residence. Dragging his suitcase, he got out of the car and surveyed the residential complex, which had been built just this year.

Duan Chongfeng, wearing sunglasses, walked over. "Little bro, come on, let me show you the apartment!"

Following behind him were Duan Jia and Duan Yi.

"Thank you for your trouble, Brother Duan!" Xu Ke nodded with a smile.

"Why be such a stranger?" Duan Chongfeng patted Xu Ke on the shoulder.

After finding out Xu Ke needed to move, Duan Chongfeng had taken it very seriously, even pushing aside his work to help him choose a rental. If Xu Ke hadn't stopped him, he would have just given him an apartment outright.

"What are you two lunkheads standing around for? Help my little bro with his things!" After exchanging pleasantries with Xu Ke, Duan Chongfeng immediately turned and berated Duan Jia and Duan Yi. These two blockheads have been standing here gawking for ages without lifting a finger.

Only then did Duan Jia and Duan Yi hurry over to take Xu Ke's luggage.

Xu Ke said it wasn't necessary, but Duan Jia took one of the suitcases anyway. Then, the four of them entered Junyue Residence together.

Once they were in the elevator, Xu Ke smiled and looked at Duan Chongfeng. "How's your condition?"

"Very good!" Duan Chongfeng gave a thumbs-up. "After taking the medicine for four days, my True Qi is flowing much more smoothly. I feel like I'm on the verge of a breakthrough!"

The subject clearly delighted Duan Chongfeng. His peers were still stuck at the Innate Great Perfection stage, but thanks to Xu Ke and the Blood Jade Monarch, he was already about to touch the threshold of the Innate Mid Stage. While an Innate Mid Stage cultivator couldn't injure someone from a distance, it was no problem to imbue attacks with True Qi or maintain a layer of Protective True Qi. At that point, he could easily sweep the floor with all his peers back in Long Capital. In his youth, he couldn't show off, but in middle age, he could finally turn the tables!

However, Xu Ke chose this moment to dampen his excitement. "It's normal for your True Qi to feel smooth right now; that's because the Blood Jade Monarch is still taking effect. But you must remember not to rush your breakthrough. It is especially important to remain calm and take your medicine properly. Breaking through prematurely could cause a backlash."

When he finished speaking, Duan Chongfeng paused. "Is it really that dangerous?"

"Of course!" Xu Ke nodded. "The main characteristic of heavenly materials and earthly treasures is their fierce medicinal power. Sometimes, after consuming one, a person might feel like they could take down a bull, but then the medicinal power…"

Xu Ke didn't finish, but the implication was clear. Cold sweat dripped down Duan Chongfeng's back. Was it really that serious?

Seeing Duan Chongfeng's nervous expression, Xu Ke chuckled. "But don't worry. The reason I had you take medicine for half a month was specifically to neutralize the Blood Jade Monarch's potent effects."

Duan Chongfeng swallowed hard. "I'll... I'll take my medicine the moment I get back!"

「」

「Junyue Residence, Block A, 2301」

Duan Chongfeng led Xu Ke into the apartment, where a potbellied, middle-aged man was standing in the living room.

Duan Chongfeng gestured with his chin. "Brother Chang, let me introduce you. This is my little bro, Doctor Xu. If you have any health problems, just go to him! One million per session is enough." Then he added, "This is Chang He, an unscrupulous real estate speculator from Long Capital!"

Chang He immediately looked unhappy. "How can you call me an unscrupulous speculator..."

Xu Ke set down his backpack, extended his hand, and smiled. "Boss Chang, hello. You can just call me Xu Ke. If you have any problems, feel free to come to me, no charge."

Chang He stepped forward, laughing heartily. "Nice to meet you, Doctor Xu! Just call me Brother Chang. I've been wanting to meet you for a long time! With your exquisite medical skills, you can save my life!" He continued, "But you can't refuse payment! For treating an injury like Boss Duan's, one million per session isn't a lot—in fact, it's far too little!"

Xu Ke was somewhat surprised. It seemed the relationship between Chang He and Duan Chongfeng was truly special for him to know such specific details.

"Brother Chang, you flatter me," Xu Ke chuckled. Since this was Duan Chongfeng's good friend, he naturally adjusted his form of address.

Chang He immediately played along. "Younger Brother Xu, come, let Brother Chang show you the apartment. I chose such a high floor for you mainly because the view and the lighting are both excellent. Moreover, the elevator maintenance is very timely, and the quality is top-notch, so there's no need to worry about problems. It's a three-bedroom, one-living-room, so it's spacious. The furniture is brand new, just arrived today, and I guarantee it's formaldehyde-free. It has an electronic keypad lock, so you can just reset the password later. And here's the kitchen, the balcony…"

Chang He led Xu Ke on a tour of the entire apartment, while Duan Chongfeng pulled Duan Jia and Duan Yi outside to lecture them.

During the tour, Xu Ke proactively added Chang He on WeChat and casually asked about the rent. But Chang He just dodged the question, making up an excuse about having left the gas on at home before running off.

This left Xu Ke, who was all ready to pay the rent, feeling quite awkward. The contract hasn't even been signed yet.

「」

After Chang He fled, Duan Chongfeng ordered Duan Jia and Duan Yi to stand facing the wall by the door and reflect on their actions, while he himself entered apartment 2301.

"Alright, little brother, are you satisfied with the apartment?" Duan Chongfeng asked with a grin.

Xu Ke smiled wryly. "Very satisfied. It's just that Brother Chang didn't accept any money."

Duan Chongfeng waved it off. "He's done so many things that weigh on his conscience. By not taking his money, you can consider it helping him do a good deed to accumulate some merit!"

Xu Ke couldn't help but laugh.

"Right, you mentioned earlier you needed my help with something. What is it?" Duan Chongfeng recalled the earlier message.

"I'd like to borrow one million from you," Xu Ke said.

Duan Chongfeng frowned. "Borrow?" he scoffed. "Forget one million, I can just give you five!"

Xu Ke waved his hand. "No, that's too much. Borrowing one million is enough."

Duan Chongfeng frowned. "Fine. If you insist on borrowing, I won't stop you. But let's do it another way. I'll give you one million, and in exchange, you'll owe me one acupuncture treatment. I can use it to call in a favor someday."

Xu Ke was still hesitating.

Duan Chongfeng spread his hands. "Otherwise, I'll just have a truck deliver five million in cash and dump it at the entrance of Junyue Residence. Your choice."

Xu Ke was speechless. "..."

Can people really do things like that?

In the end, he had no choice but to agree.

「」

After instructing Duan Jia at the door to transfer one million to Xu Ke, Duan Chongfeng didn't ask what he needed the money for. Instead, he changed the subject. "Shall we go out to eat?"

Xu Ke shook his head. "I still have things to do."

"Alright. Then remember you have to go to the Zhou Family's place tonight!" Duan Chongfeng didn't insist, only offering a reminder.

"Okay!" Xu Ke nodded, adding his own reminder, "Remember to take your medicine."

"Understood!" Duan Chongfeng replied.

「」

Shortly after Duan Chongfeng left, just as Xu Ke closed the door, a call came from Wong Qifu. "I was busy just now. Why did you suddenly move?"

"Both the urban village and Huating Community have become dangerous, so I moved to Junyue Residence. It's closer to Global Square."

"I see," Wong Qifu said.

"Is everything alright on your end?" Xu Ke asked, changing the subject.

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