Heavenly Dragon Doctor Son-in-Law

Chapter 256 257 Swallow the Elixir!

Less than forty-eight hours remained before the fiftieth-anniversary celebration began.

I have to recover my health as quickly as possible.

Qin Long slowly closed his eyes, clenching his fists as he felt the strength returning to the meridians in his right leg.

「In a flash, the day of the fiftieth-anniversary celebration arrived.」

During this period, a major event had shaken Jiangzhong. The Aixue Group had spent a staggering one billion to acquire the Number Nine plot of land, causing massive waves in the business world. Ultimately, however, only the industry titans truly cared about that.

The other major news was Wang Ming's high-profile marriage proposal to Tang Xuewu. Rumor had it that Wang Ming had spent a fortune booking the entire Sky Garden just to propose to her. This matter became the talk of the town, and countless people were buzzing with curiosity. Entertainment companies and reporters swarmed the Longquan Hotel, all hoping to get the scoop on such an explosive story.

Today was the day of the Tang Family's fiftieth-anniversary celebration. It was also the day Wang Ming was set to propose at the Sky Garden of the Longquan Grand Hotel. The event had captured the attention of countless people. Even Qin Long was shocked by the sheer amount of interest it had generated.

Even before dawn, the Longquan Hotel was already surrounded by a massive crowd, but its gates remained firmly shut because Wang Ming had booked the entire venue. He had arrived early to oversee the final preparations for his proposal. Old Master Tang had already declared he would force Tang Xuewu to comply if necessary, which naturally left Wang Ming overjoyed.

Outside the grand hotel, crowds of staffers from entertainment companies, journalists, and internet celebrities were gathered. A sea of cameras was aimed at the main entrance. Among them, a tall streamer dressed as a schoolgirl was the first to set up her phone and begin a live broadcast.

"Hello, my Kitty Fans! I'm live at the entrance of the Longquan Hotel in Jiangzhong!" she chirped. "What we're seeing now is Wang Ming, the young master of one of Jiangzhong's top families, personally directing the arrangements. Follow Little Kitty, and I'll take you inside for a front-row seat to a wealthy heir's grand proposal!"

Another female streamer nearby spoke just as excitedly, afraid of being beaten to the punch.

Soon, Wang Ming emerged from the hotel lobby with a wide smile on his face. He hadn't expected the hotel owner to be so accommodating, correctly guessing it was a goodwill gesture after their last incident. The interior decorations and layout far exceeded his budget. Wang Ming knew the owner was deliberately trying to curry favor with him, so he accepted the gesture without comment.

Instantly, a horde of streamers rushed toward Wang Ming as if he were a superstar. "Young Master Wang! We're from Frontline Live! Can you reveal any inside details?" "Young Master Wang, how did you and the lady you're proposing to meet?" "Young Master Wang, what brand is the proposal gift?"

His female bodyguards immediately blocked them, maintaining a safe distance.

"That's enough!" Wang Ming said, waving his hand slightly to dismiss the guards.

At this moment, he looked radiant. He wore a black formal suit emblazoned with the logo of a top luxury brand and a pair of polished black leather shoes. With his handsome face, he truly looked like a male god.

"Today, I am going to propose to a girl I have been secretly in love with for many years," he announced. "All the socialites of Jiangzhong will be here to witness it. As you've all likely heard, she is Jiangzhong's number one beauty, Tang Xuewu. We met at a family banquet. As for the proposal gift, you'll just have to wait and see."

Wang Ming spoke with immense pride, acting as if the day's success was already guaranteed. The more buzz this created, the more it worked in his favor. This way, the Tang Family wouldn't dare back out and would have no choice but to force Tang Xuewu to show up.

"Young Master Wang is so young, rich, considerate, and gentle!" "Miss Tang Xuewu and Young Master Wang are a match made in heaven!" "Miss Tang Xuewu will be so happy to marry you!"

"But, Young Master Wang... doesn't Miss Tang Xuewu already have a fiancé from a betrothal? Does he really exist?"

Finally, someone dropped the bombshell question. In an instant, every microphone was turned toward Wang Ming. A proposal was one thing, but adding a love rival to the story would guarantee a massive spike in viewership.

When Wang Ming heard this, he was inwardly startled but maintained a graceful smile. "That fiancé does indeed exist. Xuewu was previously betrothed to someone. However, that person is nothing but a cripple who walks with a crutch, a freeloader living off the Tang Family. Today, I am going to set Tang Xuewu free. Afterward, that cripple will be sent to a welfare hospital, and I will cover all the expenses. Rest assured, I will take care of him for the rest of his life. I won't let him end up homeless on the streets."

Wang Ming's face beamed as he displayed his magnanimity.

"Young Master Wang is so charitable and benevolent! A true role model!" "No wonder even Miss Tang Xuewu is devoted to you. It's enough to make anyone jealous!"

Surrounded by such flattery, Wang Ming felt like he could fly. All he had to do was begin the proposal this afternoon, and these streamers and reporters would instantly post everything online. Soon, everyone in Jiangzhong would know about Qin Long, the crippled freeloader of the Tang family. He would become a total laughingstock.

Wang Ming's goal was to snatch Tang Xuewu away right in front of Qin Long, making him experience true despair.

His fiancée is being proposed to by another man... any man would go insane, right? He might even get desperate enough to jump off a building. I'm going to utterly humiliate Qin Long. Your girl is as good as mine.

「On the other side, at the Tang Family's courtyard.」

Zhang Meilan was scrolling through a short-video app when her eyes lit up as she came across a live broadcast.

"Hello, Kitty Fans, this is the Longquan Grand Hotel! Little Kitty is taking you live to a wealthy heir's grand proposal!"

Furious, Zhang Meilan glanced at Tang Xuewu and Qin Long before projecting the video onto the television.

"Qin Long, do you remember the promise you made me?" she sneered. "Today is the fiftieth-anniversary celebration. Weren't you the one who said you'd book the Sky Garden and propose to Xuewu? What happened to all your big talk? Look who's at the Longquan Grand Hotel right now! Young Master Wang has already arranged everything, while you can only sit here and watch anxiously."

Tang Xuewu immediately jumped in to defend Qin Long. She was afraid his pride would get the better of him, causing him to angrily confront Wang Ming. But Zhang Meilan continued her tirade, intent on provoking him.

"You silly girl, are you still defending him at a time like this?" Zhang Meilan put her hands on her hips, a cold smirk on her face. "He was the one who made that promise to me, boasting about what he'd do on the anniversary!"

"What's the rush?" Qin Long slowly turned his head, looking at Zhang Meilan with a slight smile. "The celebration hasn't started yet. It remains to be seen who will have the last laugh. What if I'm the one who proposes in the end?"

"Oh, listen to you!" Zhang Meilan scoffed. "You think you can chase Young Master Wang away and propose to Xuewu yourself? He's broadcasting live to the entire internet right now. And what about you? All you can do is stand there and watch helplessly with your crutch?"

She slammed her hand on the table, her face filled with mockery.

"Mom," Tang Xuewu interjected, "Qin Long and I have to go see the traditional Chinese doctor."