Chapter 101

The doctors from the Century Group were quiet and acquiescent. Heads hung low, they contained their emotions, knowing they had lost the competition. Gilbert, who was experiencing terminal lucidity, would die for sure. If Atlas succeeded in saving Gilbert, the Century Group wouldn't have to shoulder the burden of killing a patient. Even if he failed, they could shift the blame to him. Their intention was clear as day, and the spectators shook their heads. Someone piped up, "Young man, do not walk into their trap." "Right? That patient is clearly dying." "He can't be saved. Just look at the amount of blood he lost. They're not getting you to save a life. All they want is a scapegoat." Atlas ignored the murmurs. A legend would never fear such a challenge. Even if a patient was close to dying, he could perform a miracle on them. In his presence, Gilbert would live. Atlas marched up to Gilbert and inserted the silver needles in the latter's acupuncture points. A wave of relief washed over the Century Group doctors when Atlas took over the patient. The corners of their lips curled into gleeful smirks, knowing that they had washed their hands off Gilbert's death. Even Sierra, who watched the incident from the top of the building, let out a relieved sigh. "I can't believe that The Celestial Acupuncture Codex isn't as effective as what it claimed. "I'm even more shocked that Atlas would boldly take over such an impossible case just to show off. "From my years of experience, Gilbert is a lost cause. He can't last more than five minutes." After that, she addressed Toby, "Uncle Toby, don't worry. I'll figure out other treatment methods for you." The look in Toby's eyes deepened. Somehow, Atlas appeared so different from five years ago. He would totally believe that Atlas was an invincible genius. Standing at the top of the building and looking down, Sierra smirked. "What a great place to watch Atlas make a joke of himself." Immediately after speaking, she widened her eyes in shock. The flap doors of the temporarily built medical tent opened, and commotion arose, punctured by surprised gasps when Gilbert emerged from the tent, no longer coughing up dark blood. The spark in his eyes had been restored. Although he was struggling to walk with the help of the nurse, he was very much alive. Not only that, he still had the silver needles inserted into his acupuncture points. The needles were the same as the ones used by the Century Group medical team. Atlas had performed the techniques from The Celestial Acupuncture Codex just like the Century Group, but the outcome was vastly different. "W-What just happened?" Daniel and the others lost their bearings at the sight of the turnaround. The other doctors at the scene had their jaws dropped to the floor. Some even showed their utmost respect to Atlas. The admiration in their eyes grew. Apart from the Century Group doctors, many others were present at the venue, including the media and some notaries invited by Sierra to spread the news wide and far. Some in attendance were venerable and experienced figures in the Newtropolis medical profession. Earlier, they shrugged off Atlas' words as a bluff. Now, they regarded him as a legend. "Sir, you have saved a man at death's door. You're a blessing to the people of Newtropolis!" "Sir, thank you for saving my dad." "I announce that the Herbal Emporium has won against the Century Group through exhibiting their excellent skills!" A deafening and cathartic announcement sliced through the air.