Chapter 17

The middle-aged man immediately fell silent and backed away obediently. This was his last hope; he couldn’t give up.
“You’re really going to let her do it—” one of the onlookers started to protest, but he quieted down after meeting the girl’s cold, unwavering gaze.
No one dared to speak up again. They just huddled closer, whispering amongst themselves, ready to watch the drama unfold. If she didn’t listen to reason and something went wrong, it would serve her right.
Juniper expertly held a needle in her right hand while her left located the pressure points. With practiced ease, she inserted needles into three key points on his arm and wrist. Instantly, the bleeding from the old man’s nose and mouth stopped.
The murmuring crowd fell silent.
“Huh?” This girl actually knew what she was doing.
Given the severity of the heart attack, Juniper applied three more needles to points on his face and chest. The unconscious man’s eyes suddenly flew open, and he gasped for air.
Then, Juniper took an unlabeled bottle from her bag, shook out two small, dark pills, and placed them in his mouth. Within seconds, the old man’s breathing became steady and even, and clarity returned to his eyes.
“Master!” The middle-aged man stumbled forward, tears streaming down his face. “Are you all right?”
“Cough, cough—” The old man’s gaze fell on the beautiful, well-behaved young girl before him. He blinked in confusion, his voice hoarse. “Am I in heaven?”
He must be. Why else would he be seeing such a lovely angel?
“You were close,” Juniper said, retracting her hands once she confirmed he was stable. She looked at the middle-aged man. “Help him up, but don’t let him move around too much right now.”
“Yes, of course.” The man was overwhelmed with gratitude, bowing repeatedly to Juniper.
“Wow, she actually saved him!” The crowd erupted. “And with acupuncture! That’s amazing!”
“Her technique looks professional, but she’s wearing an Aurora High uniform “Aurora High is right by my house!” an older woman chimed in. “I had no idea the students at that private school were so capable!”
“What were those black pills she gave him? They seemed miraculous!”
“Hey, little lady, are those pills for heart conditions? Can you sell me a few?”
The initial skepticism had transformed into a wave of admiration.
Amid the lively discussion, a black sedan pulled up to the curb. Several men in sharp suits emerged, flanking an elegantly dressed elderly woman with red-rimmed eyes.
“Oh, you old fool!” the woman cried, rushing forward. “Why did you run off like that?”
The old man immediately took his wife’s hand, patting it against his own cheek. He then pulled a pastry from his pocket with a doting smile. “You love these. I got one for you.”
He had snuck off just to buy this for her? Looking at the pastry, the old woman couldn’t bring herself to scold him further.
“Ma’am, this young lady is the master’s savior,” the butler said, gesturing to Juniper, who was packing away her needle case.
“Is that so?” Her emotions settling, the old woman turned to Juniper and gratefully took her hand. “My dear, I don’t know how to thank you
Her husband had disappeared while they were out for a walk that afternoon. It wasn’t until the butler called that she knew something had happened. If it weren’t for this girl, her old fool might already be gone.
“It’s nothing.” Uncomfortable with the physical contact, Juniper gently pulled her hand back and took out a few more pills. “Have him take these on schedule for two days, and he’ll be fully recovered.”
“Thank you, thank you so much.” The old woman had one of her men take the pills and fumbled for her wallet. “How much do I owe you? I
“I don’t charge for good deeds,” Juniper said, stopping her. Her face was calm and composed.
It was then that the old woman got a clear look at the girl’s face.