“Ah, Miss Meng, please step aside!” One of the professionals quickly pushed Meng Yuchen away as she tried to approach Ster. “It seems Miss Ye has already cured him. Your help won’t be needed!”
Without paying any further attention to Meng Yuchen, they began examining Ster with trembling hands.
Not only was Ster’s energy stabilized, but they were also shocked to discover that his energy was on the verge of a breakthrough.
One of the professionals checked multiple times to confirm the results before announcing in a shaky voice, “Mr. Ster’s energy has been completely stabilized. From today onward, he can use 20% of his energy without any issues… I declare Miss Ye the winner of this competition!”
As soon as these words were spoken, the audience erupted in disbelief. Those watching the live broadcast were equally stunned.
Energy instability had always been the biggest problem on their planet, which was why physicians were so highly valued. However, even the best physicians could only alleviate the symptoms. Yet, Ye Shaohua had somehow managed to allow Ster to use 20% of his energy freely?
The spectators who had initially pitied Ster were now speechless. Those who suffered from similar conditions couldn’t help but feel a twinge of envy. Regaining control over their energy was a lifelong dream for many.
Meng Yuchen shook her head in disbelief. “No, this can’t be real. It’s impossible for someone to control energy like this. It goes against the laws of nature…”
Wasn’t Ye Shaohua supposed to be a useless nobody? Wasn’t that why the Qiu family had looked down on her?
She instinctively glanced at Qiu Zifan and saw him staring at Ye Shaohua in a daze.
Ster had already woken up. He looked utterly confused as he tested his energy, which now flowed smoothly—something Lin Yan couldn’t even come close to achieving.
“Son, if only you hadn’t given up your chance to Ster…” The Lin family, who had initially been thrilled to have Meng Yuchen treat Lin Yan, now looked at Ster with envy.
“So, all those rumors about her were false? She really was trying to heal me the first time, not harm me?” Lin Yan couldn’t even remember the last time he had been able to use his energy freely. Watching Ster effortlessly control his energy filled him with both envy and regret.
If he hadn’t listened to those rumors, wouldn’t he be the one using his energy freely now?
What could be more regretful than giving up something you once had within reach?
“Miss Ye, congratulations,” Mr. Meng, standing beside Meng Yuchen, said to Ye Shaohua with a somewhat friendly smile.
Qiu Zifan, who was also standing next to Meng Yuchen, looked at Ye Shaohua with a complicated expression. This woman, whom he had once considered worthless, now seemed like a stranger to him.
Surrounded by dignitaries, Ye Shaohua showed no signs of arrogance. Her expression remained calm throughout. Only after Mr. Meng’s words did she turn to Meng Yuchen and say, “I’ve won. It’s time for you to fulfill your promise. From today onward, you will no longer practice as a physician.”
As soon as these words left her mouth, Qiu Ziting snapped, “Ye Shaohua, don’t push your luck! You ugly freak, do you really have to be so ruthless?!”
The wind at the center of the academy was strong. Ye Shaohua stood alone on the stage, her clothes billowing in the wind. On the other side were the Meng and Qiu families.
Hearing Qiu Ziting’s words, Ye Shaohua didn’t show any anger. Instead, she lowered her head and smiled faintly. If she had lost today, she wondered if Qiu Ziting would still be saying such things.
Ye Shaohua calmly averted her gaze. “Judges, since the competition is over, I’ll take my leave now.”
In front of the entire Z Alliance, she didn’t believe the Meng family would dare go back on their word.
The Meng family’s expressions darkened. Mr. Meng had stood by Meng Yuchen’s side earlier to show his support. In his eyes, Ye Shaohua was just an orphan. Even if Meng Yuchen lost, he didn’t think Ye Shaohua would dare challenge the Meng family, given their prestigious status in the Z Alliance.
But he was wrong. Ye Shaohua dared.
Meng Fei glared at Ye Shaohua’s retreating figure, his voice icy. “Miss Ye, we’ve learned our lesson.”
Meng Yuchen was the Meng family’s most outstanding genius. They had invested countless resources into her training. Forcing her to leave the medical field was undoubtedly a devastating blow to the family.
Online viewers watched Ye Shaohua’s decisive departure, and some began to change their opinions of her. However, some of the older generation shook their heads.
“She’s still young, acting on impulse without thinking of the consequences. I wonder how long she’ll last in the Z Alliance.”
Someone sighed, “What a pity. She’s truly talented.”
“Brother, do you think that ugly woman cheated?” Qiu Ziting whispered. “Do you remember when she first came to our house? She didn’t even know the basics of being a physician.”
Qiu Ziting had a good memory. She clearly remembered that Ye Shaohua had been barely above average, not even comparable to the Qiu family’s servants.
“Zifan,” Mr. Meng’s voice interrupted before Qiu Zifan could respond. “I heard you’ve already divorced. It’s time to prepare for your engagement party with Yuchen.”
Qiu Zifan was momentarily stunned but then nodded. This had been planned for a long time. Although Meng Yuchen was no longer in the medical field, he still had feelings for her.
He had always wanted to marry someone who shared his ambitions. The old Ye Shaohua had never met his expectations.
While the current Ye Shaohua might have met some of his criteria, her plain appearance still repelled him. What man didn’t desire beauty, especially a successful man like him? How could he willingly marry a wife who would only bring him ridicule?
