“A sprain costs one to three thousand just for a check-up? Too expensive.”
Darnell snatched the slip from Abbigail’s hand and quickly handed it back to the nurse, saying, “I can treat her instead and save some money.”
The nurse didn’t get angry. These appointments were always in high demand. “This is already considered cheap. If it were Dr. Goodenough, it would start at eighty thousand.”
When Abbigail heard the name “Dr. Goodenough”, her eyes narrowed slightly.
“Forget it. Let’s not make the appointment.” Darnell squatted down. “It’s too expensive.”
The nurse smiled and went back to the nurse station.
“Darnell, if I don’t see a doctor and end up with a limp, what should l do? Will you take care of me?” Abbigail looked at Darnell with interest. “Besides, the three thousand won’t be coming out of your pocket. I have the money to make you a kept man, so three thousand won’t matter.”
Darnell rubbed his head. “No matter who pays, it’s still expensive. Why don’t you give me the three thousand and I’ll help you heal your foot?”
Abbigail chuckled softly. “Can you really treat me? Have you studied medicine? If you ruin my leg, then you’ll be responsible for me for the rest of your life.”
“Don’t worry. I’m a reclusive master of medicine. If I can’t cure it, I won’t charge you.”
Darnell picked up Abbigail’s left foot and gently placed it on his thigh, lowering his head to examine the swelling and injury on her ankle.
“But based on what you just said, I almost wish I had damaged your foot instead. That way, you wouldn’t be able to take care of yourself, and I could help you change clothes and bathe every day.”
After being teased by Abbigail so much, Darnell wanted to regain some control.
Abbigail looked at him playfully. “How would you change my clothes? Do you want me to pose for you while undressing?”
Darnell felt his cheeks redden and scolded himself for being increasingly useless, being teased by a woman.
Abbigail found it amusing to see Darnell’s embarrassment. She laughed and then said in a seductive tone, “Alright, I won’t tease you anymore. I’ll trust you this time and leave my injured foot in your hands. If you heal it well, there will be a big reward for you. If not, or if it worsens, then you’ll have to take care of me from now on.”
This woman was so enchanting and charming, full of allure but not vulgar, voluptuous but not bloated.
“Deal,” Darnell said.
Darnell reached out and held her ankle, taking off her flat shoes and then removing her black silk stockings.
With her shoes and socks off, Abbigail’s feet appeared even more slender and delicate. Faint veins were visible on the fair skin of her instep, her five toes long and slender. The sole of her foot was slightly reddened, with clear lines visible on top. Darnell had to admit that Abbigail had exceptionally beautiful feet.
“Mmm…”
With her small foot held by a man, Abbigail didn’t resist but allowed herself to be held in his hand without pulling away. She didn’t know why, but she trusted this guy.
“The joint is swollen and there are bruises,” Darnell said as he cradled Abbigail’s beautiful foot in one hand while gently caressing the smooth sole with the other.
He quickly made a judgment. “But it’s not serious. With a little massage and some herbal medicine application, it should recover in about a week.”
Abbigail was slightly surprised. “Darnell, are you really good at treating injuries?”
“Whether I am or not will be evident in the results,” Darnell replied confidently.
Darnell took out a thumb-sized bottle from his pocket and opened it, releasing a pleasant fragrance.
He poured out a pill the size of a grain of rice into his palm and dropped it into Abbigail’s half-empty cup of water. He waited patiently for it to dissolve.
At the same time, he put the bottle back in his pocket.
Abbigail curiously asked, “What is this?”
“A good thing.” Darnell hesitated for a moment before smiling and responding, “It’s an extraordinary medicine for treating internal and external injuries.”
Indeed, this was Darnell’s treasure Cicada Serum made from Black Leaf Cicada. It was known as the king of all poisons. Its shape resembled that of an ordinary cicada but was not quite like one. It emitted an ear-piercing sound and was completely black all over its body. Any poisonous creatures such as snakes, spiders, scorpions, centipedes, or poisonous toads would flee upon encountering it.
It was found in the mountains and was extremely rare. It rarely appeared and could counteract all poisons. Rumors had it that it only appeared once every hundred years. Darnell was lucky enough to encounter the Black Leaf Cicada during one of his missions and managed to capture it after great effort before refining one hundred pills from it.
It could neutralize all poisons and promote blood circulation. One pill was worth more than gold.
Darnell had also used Cicada Serum to treat Tia and Noemi’s injuries before. If he hadn’t pitied Abbigail so much, he wouldn’t have brought it out this time.
Abbigail looked at the black liquid in the cup skeptically. “Does this really work?”
“You’ll find out soon,” Darnell said.
He poured the melted Cicada Serum into his palm and rubbed his hands together before massaging Abbigail’s sole and ankle.
Abbigail not only smelled an indescribable medicinal fragrance but also felt warmth entering her small foot which quickly spread throughout her body. She felt incredibly comfortable all over.
When Darnell’s fingertips touched her sole again, Abbigail couldn’t help but let out a lazy sigh of relief.
Seeing Abbigail in such a delightful state, Darnell’s hand trembled slightly as he increased the pressure with his thumb, causing Abbigail to let out a soft whimper.
It sounded very pleasant.
Fortunately, they were in a corner and it was after working hours at the hospital, so they didn’t attract any attention.
Abbigail enjoyed the comfort on her foot as she slightly opened her eyes with a seductive gaze: “Apply more pressure.”
Darnell could tell that she could handle more pressure, so he dipped his finger into the remaining medicinal liquid and applied more force on several key acupoints.
A warm sensation permeated through her sole.
“Mmm…”
Abbigail couldn’t help but start to tremble slowly all over, a flush rising to her cheeks as she immersed herself in a realm of comfort and excitement.
Taking advantage of Abbigail’s relaxation, Darnell freed his left hand and slowly moved it up her calf, wanting to promote better blood circulation.
Abbigail seemed to sense something and opened her beautiful eyes to look down.
“Don’t be nervous. I’m just giving you a massage.”
As Darnell softly explained, he gently massaged the woman’s calf.
After a while, Abbigail relaxed, letting her guard down. She closed her eyes again, and as Darnell’s hand glided over her knee, gently kneading her smooth, fair calf, the pain on her face completely faded, and she silently praised Darnell’s skill.
Perhaps it was the overwhelming comfort and relaxation. Abbigail’s body slipped down slightly, her perky waist naturally sliding to the edge of the bench.
Her upper body remained lazily propped against the back of the chair.
Darnell’s movements momentarily faltered.
“Pervert, have you had enough to look at?”
Abbigail opened her eyes, pulled her skirt down to cover herself, and shot Darnell a sultry glance. “If you keep staring, you’ll have to take responsibility.”
“I wasn’t looking at all!”
Darnell firmly denied it. “I’m done with the massage. Just take a look. Can you put weight on your left foot now?”
Abbigail was slightly taken aback. Was it really possible that a simple massage could make such a difference? Wouldn’t that be too miraculous?
She cautiously moved her left foot, even deliberately flexing her five toes. To her delight, she found that she could indeed apply pressure on her left foot and that there was none of the sharp pain she had felt when she fell.
“It really feels a lot better.”
“You’re amazing. It’s truly miraculous.”
Feeling much improved from before, Abbigail gave Darnell a thumbs up. “Your skills are top-notch.”
“Let’s just open a clinic together. I’ll handle attracting patients, and you take care of the consultations. In less than three years, I guarantee you’ll be rolling in money, enough to buy a house and a car.”
Abbigail shot Darnell a flirtatious glance. “If you don’t earn enough for a house and car, I’ll support you.”
Darnell held his head high. “It’s just a minor injury, nothing to worry about. I’m a low-key person who doesn’t like to show off, or else I would have been famous by now.”
“By the way, where can I buy those pills you just used? Or can you tell me the recipe?”
Abbigail’s eyes sparkled. “There’s a big reward for that. Who knows, maybe I’ll offer myself to you as a reward.”
“Am I the kind of person who acts on lust?”
Darnell chuckled. “Those pills were personally developed by someone. The raw materials are quite rare.”
“Then it’s pointless to even mention it, so let’s drop it.”
“Your injury isn’t serious, but you’ll need to apply ointment for a few more days.”
Darnell proudly took over the conversation and recited a prescription. “Thirty grams of hibiscus leaves, thirty grams of red beans, and three grams of Glauber’s salt, ground into a fine powder using a stone mortar. Mix with honey or alcohol to form a paste, apply to the affected area, and change it every two days. You’ll be able to walk freely within six days at most.”
“That sounds very professional.”
Abbigail’s eyes lit up, her interest in Darnell growing. “But my brain is a bit slow. I can’t remember all this.”
“Come on, send me the prescription.”
Abbigail asked Darnell, “What’s your phone number? What’s your Instagram account?”
Truly a siren, always taking the initiative.
However, Darnell was someone who could never resist beauty. Since such a gorgeous woman wanted his contact information, he naturally gave it to her.
Just as he reached into his pocket, he suddenly exclaimed, “Oh no, I forgot to bring my business cards.”
He had been so busy these past few days that he had forgotten to bring his cards.
But it didn’t matter. He quickly grabbed a piece of paper and a pen, swiftly writing down his name, phone number, and occupation.
“You can call me for meals, drinks, fights, or even a night in bed, whatever business you have.”
“I’m the top sales representative at Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, the number one male assistant, and the best male chauffeur.”
Abbigail giggled as she took the paper from Darnell, then produced her own business card. “Here’s my card. Keep it safe.”
“If you ever feel lonely or miss me, just give me a call.”
Abbigail slipped the card into Darnell’s pocket. “I promise I’ll be there whenever you need.”
“Chief reporter at Megavolt Electrical?”
Darnell pulled out the card to examine the title, and indeed it was the top reporter, making him ecstatic.
“Wow, so you have quite the background! I want to be your boy toy!”
Abbigail laughed, her whole body shaking with delight.