Chapter 184
Chenyang raised an eyebrow. "Have you ever studied Chinese medicine?"
"What do you mean ’have I studied it’? I spent over a year specializing in Chinese medicine in medical school."
"If you’ve studied it, then you should know that Chinese medicine has a history of thousands of years, right?"
"Of course I know that."
"In ancient times, there were no instruments or equipment. Chinese medicine practitioners relied entirely on pulse diagnosis to identify illnesses. So, are you saying that when the ancient masters of Chinese medicine used pulse diagnosis for major diseases, they were just con artists? That they were just making things up?"
"I..." Bai Jie’s face suddenly flushed red. She retorted stubbornly, "I wasn’t denying the validity of Chinese medicine. When I said pulse diagnosis can’t determine the illness, I was talking about *you*, not the great masters of the past."
Wenrou also nodded. "That’s right. Dr. Bai is an amazing doctor and knows a lot about Chinese medical theory. She just thinks that since you’ve only recently started practicing, you’re inexperienced and your skills can’t be that good. It’s just that with your level of ability, it would be difficult to diagnose Ms. Liu’s condition using only pulse diagnosis."
Chenyang shook his head. "Let me correct you. I’m new to the City Hospital, but I’m not new to practicing medicine. It’s no exaggeration to say that the number of years I’ve been studying and practicing medicine is probably comparable to the age of a young nurse like you."
"Are you bullshitting me? I’m only two or three years younger than you. If you’ve been practicing for as long as I’ve been alive, does that mean you started studying medicine and treating patients when you were two or three years old?"
"Wenrou, don’t listen to him run his mouth. This guy clearly got lucky and won against us once, and now he wants to keep showing off in front of us."
After cutting Wenrou off, Bai Jie looked at Chenyang. "And just so you can’t accuse me of looking down on you or trying to steal your patient, how about we make another bet?"
Chenyang raised an eyebrow. "What’s the bet?"
"I don’t believe you, and you can’t convince me. So, let’s just do this: you write down your diagnosis and treatment plan. Then, I’ll run some tests on Ms. Liu and write down my own conclusion and plan. Afterward, we’ll compare them. Whoever’s diagnosis is more accurate and whose plan is better wins."
Bai Jie proposed another bet, not only because she was resentful about her previous loss, but also because she wanted to put Chenyang in his place.
She was the most dazzling new star of the obstetrics and gynecology department.
Since her arrival, all the glory had been focused on her alone.
She didn’t want anyone stealing her thunder, and she certainly wouldn’t let Chenyang hold a single victory over her head in their future working relationship!
She had to win this back!
Of course, Chenyang saw right through her little ploy.
Normally, he wouldn’t have taken the bet.
There was no need.
But Liu Mei’Er was his first patient at the City Hospital. If he wanted to establish himself here, he had to prove his worth.
And competing against an outstanding doctor from the department like Bai Jie was clearly the best opportunity to do just that.
"Alright, I’ll take that bet. But if you lose, what price will you pay?"
"I... At worst, I’ll sleep with you again."
"Don’t sound so reluctant. If you want to bet, show some sincerity and determination."
Bai Jie declared with conviction, "If I lose, I’ll let you sleep with me twice, for free! And I’ll keep my word. Mr. Tian and Ms. Liu can be my witnesses!"
"Twice is a little low."
"Don’t go too far!"
"Haha, alright, twice it is. But... the first time, remember to wear stockings. And the second time... well, you’ll have to do as I ask."
"Fine. But if you lose, not only is our previous bet void, you’ll also have to accept me as your master!"
Hearing this, Chenyang couldn’t help but scoff. "So you went to all this trouble to make another bet with me just to get out of the last one?"
"Enough with the nonsense! Just tell me if you dare or not!"
"What’s there to be afraid of? I don’t lose anything if I lose. I might not get to sleep with you now, but if I become your apprentice, won’t I still have other chances to conquer you later?"
"You... You’re shameless." Bai Jie snorted, then turned to Liu Mei’Er. "My apologies, both of you. I know it’s rude to bet using your condition, but regardless of any bet, we have to run these tests for your health and safety. Of course, as an apology, I’ll cover the cost of the examination this time."
Liu Mei’Er smiled. "It’s alright. I’ve often seen clashes between Chinese and Western medicine on TV and found it quite interesting. Now that I get to see it happen in real life, it’s a good chance to broaden my horizons and see which one is truly stronger!"
"Thank you for your understanding." Bai Jie returned the smile, then instructed Wenrou to have someone bring the necessary equipment.
When it came to verbal sparring, Bai Jie admitted to herself that she was no match for Chenyang.
But when it came to medical skill, she believed that in the entire obstetrics and gynecology department, no one could best her except for Liu Yun.
She was fully confident she could beat Chenyang and win back her pride.
A moment later, Wenrou and two other nurses brought in the relevant equipment.
They then immediately began a detailed examination of Liu Mei’Er.