Super Soldier in the City

The girl in the photo is young, beautiful, with very nice eyes and a hint of spirit in her brows and eyes. Her features seem very pleasant; she is indeed a good girl. It’s no wonder Zhang Tianxing likes her. Of course, it can’t possibly be only because of her looks—it wouldn’t be so shallow between the two.

So, such a good girl should never be lying on a hospital bed, living like a dead person. She should be living like a normal person, enjoying life, family love, romantic love, and friendship. Whenever Li Yifei encounters such a situation, he feels compelled to help, and moreover, for Zhang Tianxing’s happiness, he must cure her.

The girl’s father returned after his phone call, holding his mobile phone. He nodded lightly and said, "Her mother is on her way back now, so don’t worry. We believe in you all. Actually, we’ve tried all we can over the years, except for those extremely expensive options... So, even if something happens during the treatment, her mom and I want to accompany her to the end!"

This explanation pained Zhang Tianxing’s heart. He hurriedly stood up and said, "Uncle, the captain truly has a method and won’t let Yangyang get into trouble!"

"I believe in you all. Well, let’s wait for a bit; her mom works nearby and will be back in ten minutes," said the girl’s father.

The girl actually has a name, Xu Yang, named after her parents’ surnames. Her father’s surname is Xu, and her mother’s surname is Yang. Her nickname is Yangyang.

In less than ten minutes, the girl’s mother returned. Upon seeing Zhang Tianxing upon entering, she clearly hesitated for a moment. Several years ago, Zhang Tianxing had retired early due to an injury but still appeared energetic and youthful. However, now he resembles an ... unfulfilled middle-aged man, though she too has visibly aged over the years. The two looked at each other with a sense of unfamiliarity.

"Auntie!" Zhang Tianxing greeted.

"Ah, ah, Tianxing, you’ve come; why didn’t you let me know in advance? I could’ve bought some groceries. I just heard from her dad that someone was here for treatment, so I rushed back not knowing it was you!" Xu Yang’s mother said, slightly embarrassed.

"Auntie, I brought my captain here to treat her. If the treatment is successful, we can celebrate with a meal!" Zhang Tianxing replied.

Xu Yang’s mother asked, "Treatment? With your captain?"

"Her mom, I believe in Tianxing and his captain. I asked you to come back because you understand the situation. Let’s start quickly then; whether she can be cured is up to fate. If something really happens today, we can say goodbye to our daughter." Xu Yang’s father said.

Hearing the word "goodbye," Xu Yang’s mother instinctively became tense, emotions surging, as she bit her lip and slightly nodded, pausing before she spoke, "Alright, alright, Mr. Li, thank you for taking the trouble, do proceed with the treatment, even if..."

"Auntie, Uncle, rest assured, Tianxing and I are brothers. If I’d known about this earlier, I would have come here years ago. I’ve successfully treated a few cases like this, so I’m fairly confident; it’s definitely not an empty promise." Li Yifei reassured.

Zhang Tianxing nodded and said, "Yes, indeed! My captain’s medical skills are excellent!"

"Alright, proceed with the treatment. Let us know if you need anything; we can provide support." Xu Yang’s father decided.

Li Yifei shook his head and said, "Nothing needed. If you trust me, you can wait here. If not, you can come in with me!"

"We..." Xu Yang’s parents exchanged a glance, feeling a bit hesitant. Zhang Tianxing, unaware of the specific process, suggested, "Perhaps wait outside, Captain, as I fear we might get in the way!"

"It won’t disrupt anything; just the procedure and the matter should remain confidential between Uncle and Auntie." Li Yifei smiled and said.

"Are you sure it won’t be a disturbance?" Xu Yang’s mother questioned.

"It won’t be a disturbance!"

"Then let’s go in and watch from the doorway. So, if anything unexpected happens, at least we can say goodbye..."

"Okay!" Li Yifei nodded.

The treatment process is quite complex; had Li Yifei not reached the Innate Realm earlier, nor completed the Dual Cultivation with Su Lio last year, especially aiding Su Lio in Upper Dantian cultivation, he might not be as confident.

But now, Li Yifei feels capable, with a high chance of saving Xu Yang. Of course, if he can’t save her, there’s nothing more he can do.

The four of them walk into the hospital room, looking at their daughter on the bed, Xu Yang’s parents feel quite uneasy, knowing today could become a farewell, yet it may also be a reunion.

Li Yifei glanced back at Zhang Tianxing and the others with a smile, walked towards the bedside, sat down, and reached out his hand to hold Xu Yang’s hand, closing his eyes, sinking into concentration.

He naturally would not proceed recklessly with the treatment but would first investigate the specifics. After all, the affected area is the brain, the most mysterious part of the human body, especially the cerebellum and brainstem areas, filled with neurons and peculiar intricacies. If something is not wrong initially but gets provoked by his True Qi, it could bring trouble.

This exploration took four to five minutes. Xu Yang’s parents looked on nervously, and Zhang Tianxing clasped his hands tightly. Li Yifei opened his eyes, nodded gently, and said, "Not too complicated, but the process will take some time. Tianxing, let Mingrui know to reschedule later."

"Ah, that’s not urgent, boss. Can you truly awaken Yangyang?" Zhang Tianxing asked nervously, while Xu Yang’s parents looked equally in disbelief.

Li Yifei replied, "Not just awakening; just awakening is not enough. I mean making her a normal person!"

"Really? Mr. Li, are you sure?" Xu Yang’s parents asked in astonishment, but dared not raise their voice, fearing disturbance to their daughter.

"The timing is uncertain, maybe for two hours, maybe four or five hours, because her body is too weak and her brain damage has lasted too long. Awakening will take some time, and even after waking, repairing her spinal nerves will consume time too. In short... it might take longer. During this period, don’t disturb me; I need complete focus." Li Yifei instructed.

"Okay, okay!" Xu Yang’s parents nodded repeatedly. To save their daughter, regardless of how long it takes, even if it’s several days, they would be willing. This is undoubtedly their greatest hope, as over the years, the doctors they encountered never dared to conclude this way. At most, only certain hope was offered, while doctors who offer great hope right from the start are typically from fraudulent hospitals.

Li Yifei added, "Glad we arrived early; her vital signs were extremely weak, a few more days delay might have been too late."

"Boss, proceed with the treatment; we promise not to disturb!" Zhang Tianxing said.

"Okay!" Li Yifei nodded, hesitant for a moment, before saying, "She needs to be repositioned; I mean in terms of clothing, it would be inconvenient otherwise."

"She’s in pajamas; though not wearing would be easier, I prefer my daughter as she is." Xu Yang’s mother replied.

"Good then. I need to adjust her position, but don’t worry, it will be fine!"

As Li Yifei spoke, it seemed he did not exert much force, yet Xu Yang was raised, her body repositioned, and Li Yifei gently landed onto the bed, sitting cross-legged, placing one hand upon Xu Yang’s crown, a vital point on the human body. For infants in their first few months, these bones remain unhealed, intended to enhance cranial flexibility for birth; in metaphysics, it represents the incomplete innate spirit, gradually growing over months after birth, making True Qi entering through this acupoint most advantageous.

His other hand rested beneath her jawbone, also an acupoint, as two streams of True Qi gently shifted from his body into Xu Yang’s.

This treatment process is definitely not ordinary and was thoughtfully planned by Li Yifei.

Xu Yang’s parents and Zhang Tianxing dared not interrupt, for the elder couple, it was perhaps their last hope amid despair; but if their daughter could be revived, even healed, then it would be monumental.

If their daughter unfortunately passes, it would be the greatest blow for the elder couple, losing a child in later years is difficult for any parents to bear.

At this moment, Zhang Tianxing forgot all notions of proposing or future happiness. Instead, he had one thought—the hope that the girl could awaken, be cured, and live like a normal person. If that’s achievable, it would surpass anything.

The treatment process was extremely long, especially for those waiting, an hour passed and they noticed Li Yifei hadn’t moved, almost like he wasn’t breathing, his body not heaving, and the daughter showed no signs.

Zhang Tianxing fetched two stools for the elderly couple to sit on lest their frail bodies suffer from standing too long.

Another hour passed and Li Yifei suddenly moved. He shifted his hand’s position, tapped several times on the girl’s body but hadn’t opened his eyes. To their delight, with Li Yifei’s tapping, the girl’s body shook subtly, a full-body tremor they couldn’t mistake, indicating their daughter had indeed moved, which was fantastic. Xu Yang’s parents stood excitedly, covering their mouths to suppress any exclamation.

Likewise, Zhang Tianxing’s muscles tightened with an immense sense of hope.

After three hours, Li Yifei opened his eyes, withdrew the True Qi, and mentioned he had transcended in rank; otherwise, this level of exertion would leave him fatigued as well. Li Yifei withdrew his True Qi and said, "Initial treatment is done; don’t disturb her, in about half an hour, she’ll wake. I’ll need to rest first!"

Upon finishing, Li Yifei sat cross-legged, sinking into his mind, entering a meditative state.