The news of Wang Linhai's awakening sent shockwaves through the elite circles of Ho Chi Minh City. While the official explanation remained "a miraculous recovery due to advanced medical treatment," whispers of Wang Gia Huy's desperate search for "unconventional healers" circulated among the influential. Chen Fan's name, though still veiled in mystery, gained an almost legendary aura.
The next morning, Chen Fan returned to the hospital. Wang Gia Huy greeted him with overwhelming gratitude.
"Mr. Chen, Linhai is stable! She even spoke a few more words this morning! The doctors are baffled, but they all agree it's a miracle!" Wang Gia Huy's voice was filled with unrestrained joy.
Chen Fan nodded. "Good. Now, we proceed to the next phase of her recovery. She needs her meridians strengthened and any remaining chaotic spiritual qi cleared completely."
He entered Linhai's room. She was still weak but clearly more aware. Her eyes, no longer vacant, met his with a hint of curiosity and fear.
"Dad... who is he?" Linhai whispered to Wang Gia Huy, her voice still hoarse.
"He's the one who saved you, my dear," Wang Gia Huy replied, squeezing her hand. "Mr. Chen."
Chen Fan gently placed his hand over her forehead again. This time, he activated his Mid-Grade Heavenly Eye Technique and the newly acquired Mid-Grade Healing Art. He could see the intricate, fragile network of her meridians, some still showing residual weakness from the spiritual shockwave.
He channeled his refined spiritual qi, guiding it through the Mid-Grade Healing Art. The spiritual qi, now imbued with healing properties, felt warmer, more soothing. It circulated through Linhai's meridians, mending minute tears, flushing out the last vestiges of chaotic qi, and strengthening the pathways. The process was still delicate, but much more efficient and less draining than the previous day.
Linhai's body responded almost immediately. A faint rosy blush returned to her cheeks, and her breathing became deeper, more even. She felt a comforting warmth spreading through her, easing the lingering aches she couldn't articulate.
After an hour, Chen Fan withdrew his hand. Linhai looked visibly better. She even managed a small, weak smile.
"I feel... much clearer, Mr. Chen. Thank you," she murmured.
"Rest now. You're still weak, but you're well on your way to a full recovery," Chen Fan replied.
Wang Gia Huy was beside himself with joy. "Mr. Chen, what can I do for you? Name your price! The blank contract is still there!"
Chen Fan smiled faintly. "Chairman Wang, as I said, money isn't my primary concern. However, I have recently established a company, Heavenly Dao Group. We are focusing on digital asset management and AI software development. Perhaps you could offer some support in that regard."
Wang Gia Huy's eyes lit up. "Heavenly Dao Group? Excellent! Consider it done! Wang Shi Group will become your biggest strategic partner! Any resources you need – funding, connections, legal assistance, anything – just ask. I will personally oversee our collaboration. Furthermore, I will publicly announce my full support for Heavenly Dao Group. This is the least I can do."
This was far more valuable than a direct sum of money. The backing of Wang Shi Group, a titan in the Vietnamese business world, would propel Heavenly Dao Group's growth at an unimaginable pace. It granted instant credibility, access to vast networks, and virtually unlimited resources.
"Keng! Main Quest: The Tycoon's Daughter - Phase 2 (Recovery) progressing! Relationship with Wang Gia Huy: Deep Trust & Strategic Ally!"
Chen Fan nodded, satisfied. "Thank you, Chairman Wang. That would be very beneficial."
Over the next few days, Chen Fan continued his daily visits to Linhai, slowly but surely bringing her back to full health. Each session strengthened her, and the Mid-Grade Healing Art proved incredibly effective.
Meanwhile, news of Wang Gia Huy's unprecedented support for a newly founded company named Heavenly Dao Groupbegan to spread like wildfire. Tong Yan at Urban Economic News was ecstatic, immediately publishing exclusive articles praising Chen Fan's "visionary leadership" and the "strategic alliance" between Wang Shi Group and Heavenly Dao Group. The company instantly gained immense prestige.
With Wang Gia Huy's backing, Heavenly Dao Group secured top-tier talent, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and lucrative initial contracts. Lin Yue, though initially overwhelmed, quickly adapted, demonstrating remarkable organizational skills and a fierce dedication.
One evening, after returning from the hospital, Chen Fan received another System notification.
"Keng! Congratulations! Host's 'Heavenly Dao Decree' has absorbed enough ambient spiritual qi from continuous cultivation and healing practice! A new sub-cultivation method has been unlocked: 'Spirit Gathering Hand'."
"Spirit Gathering Hand: A supplementary technique for Heavenly Dao Decree. Allows Host to gather loose spiritual qi from objects, living beings (with their consent or if unconscious), or the environment more efficiently, accelerating cultivation and resource accumulation. Can be used discreetly."
Chen Fan's eyes gleamed. A new technique! The Spirit Gathering Hand would be invaluable. It meant he no longer had to rely solely on meditating or absorbing spirit stones to gather spiritual qi. He could now subtly draw spiritual qi from his surroundings, from nature, or even from specific objects, potentially uncovering hidden spiritual treasures or boosting his cultivation even faster. This was a true game-changer for his urban cultivation journey.
His path to becoming a trillionaire and a supreme cultivator was accelerating.