Conquest of Taboo and Debauchery

As dawn broke, Ye Fei and Liu Fengyi woke to find that Ye Yunqi had already slipped away, quietly returning home while the rest of the family was still asleep. Sharing a warm smile, Ye Fei and Liu Fengyi felt a deep sweetness in their hearts. She leaned forward, gently offering him a lingering kiss before they got up together to face the day.

Liu Fengyi's demeanor had changed subtly from her usual composed grace, showing a softer, nurturing side as she carefully helped Ye Fei dress. Her tender gestures, reminiscent of a loving wife, filled Ye Fei with warmth. After a sweet breakfast together, they lingered, reluctant to part.

As the city came alive with the morning bustle, Liu Fengyi saw him off with a newfound sense of happiness and peace.

Leaving Wanghai Tower, Ye Fei took the Supra. Although it wasn't the weekend, he had no plans to return to school. Today, he was heading to the Wanghai Military Hospital to visit Li Yun, who had been transferred there for recovery. Ye Fei felt a strong sense of gratitude toward Li Yun; his bravery in stepping into the line of fire had been a powerful act of kindness, which very could do.

After meeting up with Zhang Qiang, the two set off for the hospital. On the way, Ye Fei asked, "Uncle Zhang, how's Uncle Li doing?"

Zhang Qiang had visited Li Yun the previous day with the team and, with a sigh, replied, "Old Li is a bit down, but he's relieved that the mission was a success."

Ye Fei fell silent. Although he knew he could help Li Yun recover, he couldn't shake a sense of responsibility for the injury his comrade had sustained.

Sensing Ye Fei's mood, Zhang Qiang gave him a reassuring pat. "Don't be too hard on yourself. He has no regrets about stepping in, and hearing about your success afterward only assured his decision."

Ye Fei understood; Li Yun's choice had been a demonstration of his courage and dedication. Ye Fei also knew why Li Yun was pleased about. If it weren't for him, he might not have been able to be so decisive in killing with his heart hardened. But now that he had the resources to help, he resolved to do so without delay.

Reaching the hospital, they were directed to the intensive care unit, where Li Yun was resting. After passing a security check, they found themselves outside his room.

Zhang Qiang gestured for quiet, and the two entered. The room, spacious and comfortable, was designed to provide peace and privacy for high-ranking military officers during their recovery. The bed at the center was surrounded by sofas, tables, and even a large television mounted on the wall.

At one end of the room, a young nurse sat on the sofa, jotting down notes. Her back was to them, but the outline of her figure in the crisp uniform left an impression on Ye Fei.

Zhang Qiang greeted her in a low voice, "Miss Xin, how's Li Yun?"

Startled, the nurse looked up, revealing a lovely, youthful face. Her calm demeanor matched her quiet beauty, and Ye Fei found himself taken aback by her presence. Although she wasn't quite as striking as the women he was closest to, her gentle charm was undeniably captivating.

"Captain Zhang, Captain Li just had a meal and is now resting," the nurse replied softly, her voice carrying a gentle, soothing quality. Her gaze turned to Ye Fei, studying him with curiosity.

Ye Fei, meanwhile, had turned his focus to Li Yun, who was sound asleep. Seeing his friend's pale, tired face rekindled Ye Fei's determination to help him recover as soon as possible.

Motioning to step out so as not to disturb Li Yun, Zhang Qiang led them to a nearby lounge, where he introduced them. "Ye Fei, this is Miao Xin, an assistant to Dr. Dongfang. She's not just any nurse—she's been personally trained by Dr. Dongfang herself. Your aunt arranged for her to care for Li Yun. And Miao Xin, this is Ye Fei, a special auxiliary to our team."

"Hello," Ye Fei greeted her with a smile. He recognized Dr. Dongfang Ruolan's name immediately. Dr. Dongfang, the chief physician at the military hospital, was both a family friend and a woman of extraordinary beauty and skill. She shared a strong bond with his mother, Liu Yiru, though her demanding schedule often kept her away from his family gatherings. Ye Fei hadn't realized she had such an elegant assistant.

Miao Xin smiled in return, but her expression betrayed a hint of admiration. Having grown up close to Dr. Dongfang, she had heard about Ye Fei's exploits and his transformation from a weak rich child into a confident person. As a young woman just entering adulthood, she admired this legendary change with no small amount of interest.

Blushing slightly, she said, "Hello. I've often heard... I mean, Dr. Dongfang has mentioned you."

Although she'd quickly corrected herself, Ye Fei noticed. From conversations with his mother, he recalled that Dr. Dongfang, who came from a long line of physicians, had adopted a talented young girl from an orphanage years before. This girl, full of potential, had been trained to carry on the family's medical traditions, and Ye Fei now realized that the young woman before him was that very girl.

"Ah, so you're Aunt Dongfang's goddaughter!" he replied with a laugh. "She always speaks highly of you. I just didn't put two and two together right away."

With a soft laugh, Miao Xin shook her head. "It's not your fault; we've never actually met before. I wouldn't have recognized you if Captain Zhang hadn't introduced us."

"You're right, of course," Ye Fei said playfully. "But I'll have to tease Aunt Dongfang for keeping her beautiful goddaughter hidden all this time."

The compliment brought a blush to Miao Xin's cheeks, and she gave him a shy but pleased smile. Having grown up in a military setting, she hadn't had many encounters with boys her own age, let alone heard such direct compliments. Her reaction charmed Ye Fei, who saw a refreshing innocence in her response.

Though he wanted to keep talking with her, he knew it was best to shift the conversation. "Sister Xin, how is Uncle Li's condition?"

Miao Xin nodded, grateful for the change in topic. Although she enjoyed the compliment, the presence of Zhang Qiang had made her a little self-conscious. Now, she answered with renewed focus.

"Captain Li's spinal nerves were damaged by the bullet. Right now, there's no treatment available that can repair that level of nerve damage. Unless we were to find something legendary like 'TongJin pill', I'm afraid he may be paralyzed."

The mention of this remedy caught Ye Fei's attention. "TongJin pill? Isn't that known for helping restore severed meridians? I've only heard of it as a thing of the past."

"Precisely," Miao Xin explained. "The term 'nerves' is a more modern term for what were traditionally called meridians in Chinese medicine. Dr. Dongfang has been hoping to recreate this ancient remedy."

Ye Fei was impressed. He knew that Aunt Dongfang, with her deep family roots in Chinese medicine, was an exceptional physician. Her efforts to recreate an ancient, lost elixir like TongJin pill spoke to her dedication and ambition. Compared to his device, which could assist with physical recovery, the ancient elixir had no side effects, making it highly desirable.

Unfamiliar with terms like "meridians" and "elixirs," Zhang Qiang broke in with, "Xiaoman, didn't you say you might be able to help Li Yun? Let's go check if he's awake."

"Wait," Miao Xin said, her eyes widening in surprise. "You can heal Captain Li?"

Ye Fei gave a modest smile. "It's worth a try, but I don't want to make any promises."

She looked at him with a mixture of surprise and admiration. She was well aware that even Dr. Dongfang had yet to find a cure, so Ye Fei's confidence was unexpected.

In that moment, Ye Fei felt his respect for Dr. Dongfang deepen. Although his own device might offer temporary relief, he couldn't help but appreciate the lifelong dedication she had given to mastering and preserving the art of healing.

Zhang Qiang, eager to see Li Yun's condition improve, urged, "Let's see if he's awake, Xiaoman. He'll be glad to see you."

After returning to Li Yun's room and finding him awake, Ye Fei approached him with

a mixture of gratitude and respect, ready to offer whatever help he could.