Chapter 713
“Um…” Tia certainly wanted to have dinner with Emmanuel, but she glanced
at Rhea.
What a young and beautiful girl, and she seemed so gentle, a proper lady!
In contrast, she was just a kindergarten teacher from an ordinary family. How
could/she compete with her?!
“Maybe not. I’m here for a blind date today!” Tia, feeling a bit inferior, declined
softly.
At the wedding, although she saw Mackenzie call Emmanuel, she wasn’t
certain she was his wife. They didn’t seem like a couple, more like a superior
and subordinate.
Now that she saw Rhea, Tia was even more convinced that Rhea was
probably Emmanuel’s woman.
Emmanuel and his girlfriend were having dinner with her family; what
business did she have interfering?
“Alright then.” Emmanuel cast another glance at Jonathan and let out a silent
sigh. He thought it would be a shame if Tia really ended up with Jonathan.
However, it was her choice, and he had no say in it.
Both groups ultimately sat down separately for their meals.
Jonathan was upset that he couldn’t get the Suite 888, so he just gave up
and found a random table to eat at.
He was no fool; he had already interpreted the look in Tia’s eyes. It seemed
like she had some kind of fascination with Emmanuel, that demon king.
At the table, Marianne tried her best to play matchmaker.
Though she also thought that Jonathan was far inferior to Emmanuel and his
earlier behavior had been quite dismal, he was still a wealthy young man,
after all. Marrying her daughter to him would ensure a comfortable material
life.
Jonathan, in a bad mood and not interested in wasting time, grabbed Tia’s
hand directly. “So, how about being my girlfriend? Let’s go on a date tonight. If
it goes well, I’ll arrange our engagement soon.”
A clichéd proposition, his plan was to get intimate with Tia tonight no matter
what.
Tia wasn’t naive. She could see right through his intentions.
She quickly withdrew her hand and shook her head. “We’re still not familiar
enough with each other yet. Let’s take it slow.”
“Slow my foot!”
Jonathan slammed the table and was about to vent his anger on Tia when
he unexpectedly saw Emmanuel again.
In reality, Emmanuel was still worried that Tia would be taken advantage of.
After all, she was the woman his cousin liked, and Rhea also suggested that
he come out and take a look and break up their blind date if possible.
Otherwise, if Tia fell into Jonathan’s trap, it would be a heartbreak not only for
her but also for Ryder.
“What are you up to again, Emmanuel?” Jonathan frowned. “Have I bothered
you by eating here? Be reasonable. Let’s not make trouble tonight.”
He was clearly scared, yet he was trying to sound tough.
Unexpectedly, Emmanuel stared at him for a moment and then furrowed his
brows, saying, “You seem to be poisoned.”
Jonathan trembled slightly, then burst into laughter. “Don’t try to scare me
with that nonsense! I’m not easily frightened. You just want to scare me off
and ruin our blind date! It won’t work!”
One had to admit that this guy was quite the dimwit.
Emmanuel didn’t bother explaining further. His expression turned slightly
serious as he glanced at the people dining nearby.
After noticing many people’s expressions were off, he issued a stern warning,
“I’m not lying. Someone might have poisoned the restaurant!”
What? His words struck fear into the hearts of those who overheard. This was
no joking matter!
“Haha, an unemployed gynecologist trying to scare people with his words?”
Jonathan scoffed, thinking Emmanuel was just trying to mock him and make
him embarrass himself in front of Tia.
“Unfortunately, the Verkade family also deals in the herbal medicine
business, and I have medical skills. Even if I get poisoned, I can cure myself!
Don’t play tricks on-
Before he could finish saying “me,” his expression changed drastically.
What’s going on?
His stomach suddenly churned violently.
Thud.
Jonathan clutched his belly and sat down heavily.
Witnessing this scene, the people around the restaurant began freaking out.
he restaurant?!
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Chapter 714
In just thirty seconds, Jonathan’s face gradually turned purplish-blue, his
body started convulsing violently, his teeth chattered loudly, and his whole
body was drenched in a cold sweat. It was evident he was enduring
immense pain.
Emmanuel’s brows furrowed as he tried to figure out what was happening.
He had noticed the trailing earlier in the day; he should have shaken them
off. Could this poisoning be aimed at me?
“Ah! Someone really did poison us!” Screams started to erupt from the crowd.
Marianne and Tia looked at Emmanuel in horror. He predicted the poisoning
before anyone else! How could he have such capability?!
“Save me… Please save me!” Jonathan gazed pleadingly at Emmanuel, whom
he believed had a cure to this poisoning since he predicted it.
“Sorry? Save you?” Emmanuel feigned surprise. “Mr. Verkade, didn’t you just
say a moment ago that you could self-cure even if poisoned? Well then,
please start your performance!”
Jonathan felt like he was on the verge of death! He was in such excruciating
pain that it felt like his organs were being twisted. How could he possibly
self-cure?!
He regretted being so arrogant earlier.
Indeed, those who act overly proud often end up in misfortune.
At this point, more and more people began collapsing, and in just a few
minutes, seven or eight people in the restaurant clutched their bellies and fell
in agony.
Meanwhile, those who weren’t affected by the poison were trembling in fear,
feeling utterly helpless.
“What’s going on?” The commotion in the restaurant quickly alerted Eleanor.
As the head manager, she immediately rushed over with her staff to assess
the situation, but even she had never experienced such a bizarre and
horrifying scene before.
Still, Eleanor drew from her work experience and quickly organized her staff.
“Call an ambulance!” she ordered. “And you! Go to Suite 888 and find Dr.
Gomez!”
With that, A waiter immediately ran toward Suite 888.
Eleanor tried her best to remain calm, but deep down, she was also
panicking. She couldn’t understand how some of her customers had been
affected while others seemed perfectly fine.
Can it be that only those who ate a certain dish or drank a specific drink were
poisoned?
With this thought in mind, she quickly ordered, “You guys, gather all the water
and food on the tables!”
“Yes, Ms. Eleanor!” Several staff members immediately took action.
Meanwhile, Emmanuel went over to Tia and her mother to inquire about what
they had eaten and drunk earlier.
Amidst the chaos, he was the only one silently analyzing the situation.
Soon, Juan hurriedly entered the restaurant lobby.
Eleanor quickly approached him, saying, “Dr. Gomez, it seems that these
people are suffering from food poisoning.”
“I don’t think so!” Juan immediately denied her guess.
Eleanor was taken aback. Juan hadn’t even started diagnosing, and he had
already denied her speculation!
Many people around had heard of Juan from Beacon Hospital. Learning that
he was a renowned physician and fortunate enough to have him present in
the restaurant, everyone felt relieved.
“Can Dr. Gomez diagnose a patient’s condition with just a glance?”
“If that’s the case, he’s truly amazing!”
“He really lives up to his reputation as the legendary physician of Yeringham!”
People marveled and whispered to each other.
However, Juan paid no attention to these comments. He quickly approached
the nearest person who had been poisoned, only for Emmanuel to warn him
with a frown. “Don’t touch him, or you’ll be poisoned too!”
What?!
Everyone was shocked beyond words. Emmanuel’s statement further
intensified the panic among the crowd.
Chapter 715
“Who’s that man?”
At this point, many people began speculating about Emmanuel’s identity.
He was the first one to suggest someone had poisoned the food, but how did
he know that before anyone had shown symptoms?
Suspicious!
However, Emmanuel ignored the surrounding gazes and addressed Juan,
“Because you just drank the tap water from the restaurant as well. You
absolutely cannot touch the source of the infection!”
“What is this guy talking about?”
The surrounding diners started discussing fervently.
“If drinking tap water can cause poisoning, I’ve drunk it too!”
“Right, according to him, food poisoning can be contagious. Ridiculous!”
“Could this be a virus?”
Amidst the discussions, someone finally stood up and loudly questioned
Emmanuel, “Hey, who are you? Why are you obstructing Dr. Gomez from
saving people? Could you be the one who poisoned them?”
All eyes were focused on Emmanuel, like cold arrows directed at him.
“Shut up!” Juan rebuked them angrily. “Don’t spread baseless rumors! He’s a
prodigious doctor whose medical skills far surpass mine!”
“What?!” Everyone was shocked once again!
Juan had a great reputation in Yeringham, yet he now publicly claimed that
someone else’s medical skills were far superior to his!
Was he just being modest?
Then again, judging from his expression, he seemed to be serious about it.
Just then, Edith exclaimed in panic. “Oh no, Rhea just touched one of the
patients!”
What?! It was Emmanuel’s turn to be shocked.
Just a moment ago, they had been dining in the same private room, and he
knew that Rhea had also drunk the tap water from the restaurant. However,
the young woman hadn’t heard Emmanuel’s warning, as because of the
urgency of the situation, she, as a medical professional, rushed out and
immediately checked on the condition of the poisoned person’s eyes to
assess the situation.
And now, her delicate body was trembling, her fair face turning
purplish-black in an instant. She collapsed to the ground with a thud. Her
situation was even worse than that of the previous victim.
“Rhea!” Emmanuel quickly ran over and shouted at Juan, “Those who have
drunk the tap water must not touch the poisoned individuals! This is a
combination of unusual toxins! It can be transmitted through skin contact!
“People who have drunk the tap water will store a certain toxin in their bodies.
This toxin won’t act on its own, but as long as it comes into contact with
another source of poison, the person will be poisoned. Moreover, the poison
will mutate rapidly upon transmission, becoming more intense!”
Once again, after hearing his words, everyone fell into extréme panic.
This unusual poison was no modern virus but an ancient poison. Emmanuel
had happened to come across related case details in the ‘Divine Valley
Medical Records. However, he had never dreamed that he would encounter
it in his life so soon!
Currently, the other poisoned individuals could still hold on. Although they
were suffering, they were not in immediate danger. Rhea’s condition was the
most severe, and she had lost consciousness in an instant.
Eleanor hurriedly followed Emmanuel to Rhea’s side.
He pressed Rhea’s acupuncture points, and she miraculously managed to
regurgitate the tap water she had just drunk!
Eleanor was astounded.
Having witnessed Emmanuel’s miraculous skills on various occasions, she
was now convinced that this man wasn’t just a prodigious physician; he was
a true deity!
Emmanuel paid no attention to her gaze and instead instructed her, “Ms.
Eleanor, this female patient won’t be able to hold on until we get her to the
hospital. Please quickly prepare silver needles and alcohol for me! Also, open
all the doors and windows of the restaurant to ensure ventilation!”
“Huh? Yes, right away!” Eleanor-snapped back to her senses and quickly
nodded in response.
Taking advantage of this opportunity, Emmanuel first treated the first batch
of poisoned individuals. He extended two fingers and applied precise
pressure on their acupuncture points.
After a few consecutive moves, the poisoned individuals started vomiting out
the contents of their stomachs, and their complexions instantly cleared up.
“Wow, that’s amazing!”
Chapter 716
“Is that guy a martial arts master from another era? Are there really such
extraordinary people in this world?”
As the director of Beacon Hospital, while his medical skills might not be on
par with Emmanuel’s, his ethical standards were highly regarded.
Ashton looked surprised again. “Mr. Gomez, do you really need to plead with
him? Can’t you save him yourself?”
With a sigh, Juan said, “I’m helpless against this type of poison. Emmanuel’s
medical skills are ten times better than mine!”
Gasp! Ashton gasped, her eyes wide with astonishment as she stared at
Emmanuel. However, due to her preconceptions, even if Emmanuel’s medical
skills were remarkable, she wouldn’t admire him. Instead, she would double
her suspicions and believe that he was the poisoner and that his act of
saving lives was just a ploy!
“Em.. Emmanuel, please… save me…” Jonathan, who was curled up on the
ground, also hurriedly begged Emmanuel for help. He was in excruciating
pain!
Emmanuel glanced at him, unable to hide his disgust. He really wouldn’t want
to save Magnus’ lackey if Juan hadn’t pleaded for him. Moreover, he even
suspected that this poisoning incident was related to Jonathan.
Still, he ultimately spoke up, “I can save you, but how much are you willing to
pay me for saving your life?”
“I-” Jonathan was about to explode with anger. This b*stard saves others for
free but demands money from me?!
“Ten… Ten thousand! I’ll give you ten thousand… Is that enough?”
With his life in someone else’s hands, Jonathan had no choice but to submit.
“Ten thousand?” Emmanuel responded as though he had heard the joke of
the century, then looked at the poisoned scion with disdain. “Hadn’t you
ten thousand?”
He deliberately said this to make Marianne give up her plan to continue
pushing her daughter to this guy.
If he’s only willing to spend ten thousand on his own life, how much can you
expect him to spend on your daughter?!
As expected, Marianne became very disappointed in Jonathan.
Jonathan didn’t know Emmanuel’s intention and thought Emmanuel was
intentionally mocking him. He cursed Emmanuel in his heart, wishing him
impotence but a thousand descendants.
But no matter how angry he was, he had to humble himself. “I-In that case…
Dr. Lowe, how much… would you be willing to help me for?”
Emmanuel immediately raised a finger. “Ten million. Feel free to consider at
your convenience whether you want me to save you or not.”
After all, it was Jonathan’s life at stake, so Emmanuel was not in a hurry at all.
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Chapter 719
Jonathan once again cursed Emmanuel’s ancestors in his heart!
This son of a b*tch isn’t trying to cheat money off of me but to make me
penniless!
Alas, he was out of options.
He’d lose everything if he lost his life!
Therefore, he had no choice but to swallow his pride and reluctantly agree.
Emmanuel didn’t use the same method as before, but he instead delivered a
series of heavy blows directly to his chest.
Then, without bothering to disinfect the silver needles, he poked him a few
times, and that was it.
Eleanor and the others were dumbfounded.
This young man was a Verkade, yet he had become someone else’s
punching bag! Worst, he had to pay Emmanuel ten million for it!
Only Juan shook his head in amazement. Spectators saw the fun while
experts saw the technique.
Though every punch Emmanuel delivered seemed random, he actually hit all
the precise acupoints.
This was the technique of acupressure therapy in traditional medicine
How did Emmanuel, so young, learn such exquisite medical skills?
“The poison is neutralized. Stand and pay up.” After giving Jonathan a good
beating, Emmanuel ordered him to get up and pay.
Everyone was once again dumbfounded.
Ashton snorted again, voicing everyone’s thoughts. “You b*stard, you call this
detoxifying? You’re clearly trying to murder! Has anyone ever cured someone
with their fists? There are so many witnesses this time. I’d like to see how
you’ll deny it!”
“Captain Summerton, please refrain from making baseless accusations if you
don’t understand.” Emmanuel was not polite to her at all. “My fists helped him
expel the poison. If you don’t believe it, see for yourself!”
Ashton gritted her teeth and looked at Jonathan, and so did everyone.
Sure enough, the next moment, they saw Jonathan vomiting out black blood,
which emitted a foul stench.
His bluish-purple face gradually returned to its normal color.
“Stop playing dead!” Emmanuel waited for him to finish vomiting, then kicked
him mercilessly and said, “If you dare to deny it, I can not only save you but
also kill you!”
Jonathan gritted his teeth, but before he could respond, Ashton suddenly
aimed her gun at the back of Emmanuel’s head.
The room instantly fell into an eerie silence.
Ashton sneered, “Emmanuel, finally let it slip, didn’t you? Your target for
poisoning was indeed to kill Jonathan. Otherwise, why would you save
everyone else but him just now? If I hadn’t arrived in time, you probably would
have let him die from poisoning, right?”
Gasp! The crowd gasped in shock again. The captain’s speculation wasn’t
entirely impossible.
However, Emmanuel wasn’t afraid despite knowing Ashton would actually
shoot him. He looked back at her and suddenly smiled. “Your imagination is
impressive, Captain Summerton. Unfortunately, I don’t think being the captain
of the A team suits you well. Why not consider becoming a suspense
novelist?”
“You rascal, do you really think I wouldn’t dare to kill you?”
Click.
Ashton angrily released the safety on her gun.
“Summerton, stop your nonsense! Put the gun down now!” Juan shouted in
anger at once.
Her two subordinates, too, rushed over to intervene.
Regardless, Emmanuel remained unfazed. “Captain Summerton, I suggest
you get your mental health checked.”
“What?!” Ashton hadn’t actually intended to fire her gun. However, the man
kept challenging her patience with his life.
It wasn’t an insult. Emmanuel calmly explained, “Your quick temper and easily
getting angry are signs of excessive stress. Your excessive self-esteem and
inability to handle stress or accept unwanted truths are indications of a
serious psychological disorder. I advise you to seek medical attention as
soon as possible.”
“Ah! I’m going to kill you! I’m going to kill you!!”
Chapter 720
Ashton nearly went insane at Emmanuel’s comment.
“Stop!” At the critical moment, Juan shielded Emmanuel with his own body.
“Mr. Gomez!”
She finally calmed down when she looked at Juan in surprise.
She couldn’t understand why all the people she respected so much
respected Emmanuel.
First, it was Finlay. Now, it was Juan.
Why?
Juan pressed down on her gun-holding hand and scolded, “Is this how you
handle cases? Don’t disgrace your father!”
His words hit her sore spot.
to her father.
She handled every case well in the past, which was why she was promoted
to the rank of Level 3 Inspector at the young age of 24.
However, she had been bullied ever since meeting Emmanuel. Her vessels
felt like they would burst in anger at any moment.
I hate him so much!
While Ashton was entangled with Emmanuel, Jonathan got up and ran away.
Everyone was stunned because he was on the brink of death just a moment
ago. Yet, he could run as fast as lightning!
One shouldn’t underestimate a debtor. Not even an athlete could catch up
with Jonathan.
“Hey!”
Emmanuel wanted to stop him, but Ashton blocked him and wouldn’t let him
“Emmanuel Lowe, don’t think about sneaking away. I think you’re the biggest
suspect in this case. Come back with me for further investigation.”
ו
“Sorry, I’m busy.” He showed no courtesy at all because he felt that she was
doing it on purpose to tick him off. “If you really want to solve the case, show
some respect. Maybe I can give you some key information then. If you insist
on handling the case by involving your personal feelings, I’m afraid I don’t
have time to spare for you.”
“You!” Her face turned crimson.
“Alright, Ash, calm down. I guarantee with my life that Emmanuel is not the
poisoner! Stop making a fuss!” Juan gave another cold shout.
She clenched her fists and snorted coldly before heading to the crime scene
first.
At this time, Rhea and Tia also came out of the private lounge.
Emmanuel wanted to leave to avoid Ashton’s antics, so he decided to take
the Gomez family home.
Tia’s blind date was ruined because Jonathan ran away to avoid his debts.
She was very grateful to Emmanuel. If it weren’t for him, she wouldn’t have a
clue about how to deal with her mother.
Emmanuel and the Gomez family got into the Maserati and left. Tia stood still,
unable to take her eyes off them for a long time.
“Tia, if you really don’t want to get married, just be Emmanuel’s mistress.”
As soon as Marianne finished, Tia was shocked. “Mom, w-what are you talking
about? I do like Emmanuel, but I’m not the kind of woman with a twisted
sense of right and wrong. How could I be a homewrecker? Besides, even if I’m
willing to do so, Emmanuel might not think the same.”
Marianne agreed with her daughter. Although she liked money, she was just
speaking off the cuff.
What kind of mother would advise her daughter to be a mistress?
“If only Emmanuel had brothers.” Marianne sighed again.
Tia flinched because she was aware that Emmanuel had a brother. On top of
that, his brother seemed to like her.
Tia’s mind was a mess for a moment. Could she really marry his ugly brother
just because she liked Emmanuel?
This is absurd!
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