Inside a traditional courtyard house in Beijing.
"Old Lu? Old Qin? Old Huo?"
The old man, who looked tired but was in high spirits, frowned when he saw the group, but then relaxed as if he had thought of something.
He joked, "What terrible thing happened? Why did all of you old guys come looking for me?"
"Big Boss! Something really has happened! It's a huge deal!"
Qin Zhan was an impatient person who couldn't hold back his words, and he started shouting at the top of his lungs.
Upon hearing this, the old man frowned again, his calm tone inadvertently revealing a chilling and ruthless aura.
"What is it?"
"Big Boss, Old Man Lu has gotten his hands on something good. It can improve your health. I've been recuperating for over a month, and the doctor says that most of the internal injuries have healed."
All three were his old subordinates, and they would never deceive him with such a thing.
The old man's eyes lit up slightly: "There's such a thing?"
Huo Qing snorted, "Lu Zhentian! Stop hiding it, the big boss is waiting to see!"
That old geezer is really tight-lipped!
I don't know where they got the recipe from. They even coaxed them into thinking it was a health regimen. They only realized something was wrong later. After all, they know their own physical condition very well. They're not clueless people. This is definitely not something that can be achieved simply by using a medicinal bath recipe.
And that boxing technique... it doesn't seem simple either.
Under repeated questioning from him and Old Man Zhan, Lu Zhen finally confessed that it was a medicinal bath, but he refused to produce the prescription and was vague about the boxing technique.
Lu Zhentian chuckled and said, "Old leader, it's nothing to mention. I just got a new prescription, which will help me recover."
A glint of light flashed in the old man's eyes.
How could something praised by both Lao Qin and Lao Huo be anything less than presentable?
Judging from Old Lu's face, which was all smiles, he clearly understood the value of this prescription.
However, there's something worth investigating behind Lao Lu's long and roundabout way of doing things...
The old man suppressed his thoughts, took the booklet from Lu Zhentian, sat down on a chair, and quietly began to read it.
Qin Zhan and Huo Qing had been curious for a long time, and now they couldn't wait any longer. They took a step and moved closer, but before they could get close, Lu Zhentian pushed them away.
He said with a smile, "You two big guys shouldn't crowd here; you're interfering with the old leader's judgment."
The two rolled their eyes in unison. What a ridiculous reason! It was obvious he didn't want them to see. They could fool around in private, but they wouldn't dare to fool around in front of their old boss. They cursed Lu Zhentian for not being a good friend in their hearts and gave up their idea of sneaking a peek.
At this point, the old man finished reading and closed the booklet.
"It's definitely a good product."
Upon hearing this, Qin Zhan and Huo Qing became even more eager to see what was happening. Just as they were about to ask to come and take a look, the old man said again, "You should all go back."
The two were stunned, but seeing that the old man didn't want to talk about it, they didn't dare to provoke him.
"Old Lu, stay."
That's more like it!
If it's such a good thing, why do we have to drive away Sanquan?
The two exchanged a glance, went out into the courtyard, but did not leave. Instead, they craned their necks to wait for Lu Zhentian to come out.
"You certainly put in a lot of effort," the old man sneered, his meaning ambiguous.
Even Lao Qin and Lao Huo were fooled!
Lu Zhentian's eyelids twitched. He knew this was a risky move, but it would save face for Wan Tang in front of the old leader.
This is a rare opportunity, worth taking the gamble.
"Old boss, I'm just doing this as a precaution. I wouldn't dare give you anything that hasn't been tested."
This stuff is probably only usable by a few old guys. The medicinal herbs inside are too hard to find. Otherwise, if it were given to soldiers, their lives would be safer with an extra layer of protection.
"Who taught you this set of boxing techniques?" The old man narrowed his eyes, a glint of light shining through his cloudy whites.
“My granddaughter-in-law, Su Wantang.”
The old man lifted his eyelids slightly: "So this is the girl from a capitalist family that you insisted that the boy from Huai'an marry? I remember her family were imperial physicians for generations?"
"Old leader, you have a good memory." Lu Zhentian flattered her subtly. "Her grandfather, Old Su, saved my life. If I were to take advantage of her misfortune to cancel the engagement, that would be utterly despicable!"
The old man snorted and didn't mention it again.
"Speak."
Lu Zhentian knew the old man was asking him why he had gone through so much trouble, so he didn't hide anything and even told him his own little secret.
A hint of surprise flashed across the old man's eyes: "She really said that?"
"I'm a dog if I lie."
The old man was silent for a moment: "He's a good comrade."
His gaze fell on the booklet on the table, and he sighed, "What a pity..."
The Su family ancestors were imperial physicians, and that little girl has come up with such a boxing style, so what about herself?
The old man was about to ask Lu Zhentian, but then he remembered something and held back.
Indeed, he was anxious. If that little girl had that ability, she wouldn't have made Old Lu go to so much trouble to put on a good face for her in front of him.
Having achieved his goal, Lu Zhentian was about to take his leave when the old man suddenly called out to him.
"The organization will not treat good comrades unfairly; Secretary Wang will handle the matter later."
Given the current situation of the Su family, the organization's rewards would be nothing more than money, which the Lu family is not lacking.
So, while Lu Zhentian outwardly refused, he secretly reinforced Su Wantang's image of righteousness in the old man's mind once again.
The old man didn't say anything more, he just waved to leave.
As soon as Lu Zhentian came out, he was surrounded by Qin Zhan and Huo Qing, who tried to find out what was going on. However, Lu Zhentian's mouth was glued shut, and they couldn't get any information out of him. The two left angrily.
"Hmph! Let's see if you want to take a medicinal bath tomorrow? Trying to be tough with me! You little brat!"
As soon as Lu Zhentian arrived home, Aunt Wang came looking for him.
"Old Chief, it's Wanqing on the phone."
Lu Zhentian's upturned lips pursed.
What kind of things does the third brother do?
Didn't you solemnly assure me that you'd contact that kid in Huai'an and have him rush back?
He picked up the phone: "Wanqing, Huai'an likes Wantang, why don't you quit being that wicked mother-in-law? Besides, Wantang is exceptionally outstanding, even the old leaders know that!"
Lu Zhentian understood his daughter-in-law's personality and knew that she didn't care about social status or family background, but valued her talent more. Therefore, he made two preparations.
"Dad, what are you saying? Do you think I'm that kind of person?"
Who was that person who rushed off to the army in such a hurry?
"Dad, I have a question for you."
...
While Wen Wanqing was talking to Lu Zhentian, Su Wantang also picked up the phone.
She wore a cold smile.
You dare to scheme against me? Your good days are over!
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