Peerless Little Immortal Doctor

Here is the requested translation:

"Off work at ten o'clock, I should still be able to catch the last bus."

Xia Liu looked at the time and said.

"Oh, I see. Then I'll wait for you. Later, the three of us can gather again and take a taxi home."

Zhao Qian was in a cheerful mood today.

He landed a big deal, earning a bonus of a thousand bucks.

"Whoa! Thanks a ton, Brother Zhao."

Fengzi quickly expressed his gratitude.

"Brother Zhao, you've gotten promoted and a salary increase. Don't go spending it all too recklessly; save some."

Xia Liu said half-jokingly.

"Relax, brothers. I know my limits. Let me tell you something—today, I finally held my head high and patted Zhou Fang's slender waist."

"Brother Zhao, that's nothing! Xia Liu is the real deal. Even President Guo personally asked about him."

Upon hearing Zhao Qian's attempt to boast, Fengzi immediately pulled out the big guns.

If everyone loves to brag, he'll brag too. If lightning strikes, let them die together.

"Whoa, whoa, Brother Xia is impressive!"

To Fengzi's surprise, Zhao Qian gave Xia Liu a thumbs-up.

"Brother Zhao, you believe that? How could President Guo possibly care about low-level staff like us?"

Fengzi said with exasperation.

"We may be low-level staff, but Xia Liu isn't. He's from a special forces squad and devilishly handsome. If I were a woman, I would've dragged him to bed a long time ago."

"Pfft! Hahaha!"

Xia Liu and Fengzi were both amused by Zhao Qian's humor.

Screeeech!

Just as the three were roaring with laughter, a black car suddenly executed a stunning drift.

The sound of tires screeching against the ground echoed loudly.

The car eventually stopped right in front of Xia Liu, Zhao Qian, and Fengzi.

Zhao Qian and Fengzi's jaws almost dropped to the ground.

This car—it's none other than Guo Man's ride.

What on earth is Guo Man doing at the company at this hour?

Moreover, pulling up so boldly right in front of them!

Click.

The car door opened, and Guo Man stepped out with a flustered look on her face.

Under Fengzi and Zhao Qian's shocked expressions, Guo Man walked straight up to Xia Liu and gave a deep bow. "My apologies, Mr. Xia. I misunderstood you earlier. I hope you'll forgive me."

"What the—!!!"

Zhao Qian and Fengzi were on the verge of a breakdown.

Guo Man actually addressed Xia Liu as Mr. Xia.

And she apologized to him!

What the hell is going on?

Guo Man!

The untouchable Fairy above the Mortal World!

Why is she apologizing to Xia Liu?

Something fishy. Something extremely fishy.

But what happened next from Xia Liu shocked the two even further.

"I've already forgotten, so there's no need to apologize, President Guo. You just recovered—make sure you rest properly and don't worry about me."

Xia Liu's expression was calm, showing absolutely no pressure in facing someone of her status.

And certainly no trace of trembling in front of a goddess-like figure.

He was simply the epitome of manliness—even when facing Guo Man, a goddess-like woman, he remained composed, even somewhat indifferent.

Legendary! Absolutely legendary!

"I know you're still mad at me. It's my fault, truly my fault. I won't be so headstrong in the future. I was really wrong, Xia Liu."

Guo Man, resembling a girlfriend desperate to salvage a broken relationship, frantically clung to him, pleading for one last chance.

She was wrong. That's the reality.

Zhao Qian and Fengzi exchanged bewildered glances, not daring to utter a word.

If this scene were captured and uploaded online, it would gain over a million views within an hour.

And tomorrow, it'd land on Harbor City's front page.

An explosive headline!

Stunning beauty CEO tearfully pleading with a low-level security guard late at night.

"President Guo, please don't. I truly haven't taken what happened to heart. Don't torment yourself over this."

Xia Liu was genuinely touched.

In that fleeting moment, he felt a pang of guilt.

He seemed to have done something wrong to an innocent girl.

He deceived her, which might ultimately hurt her.

Perhaps this would be the final hurt she ever experiences.

"I'm sorry. I lost my composure."

Even Guo Man realized she had gone overboard.

She released Xia Liu, lowered her head, and said bitterly.

"Xia Liu, would you mind coming up to the office? I'd like to discuss something with you."

As she spoke those final words, Guo Man seemed anxious.

Afraid Xia Liu might refuse.

Though cruel, she couldn't deny he had the right to say no.

"Alright, let me just explain to my friends."

"There's no need. You go ahead. I can cover for you."

Before Xia Liu could say a word, Zhao Qian spoke resolutely.

"Go for it, Brother Xia."

"Fine then. You two stay here, and we'll catch up later."

Xia Liu flashed a faint, bitter smile and followed Xilu and Xima into the building.

"Terrifying! Just horrifying!"

Watching Xia Liu and Guo Man enter the elevator together, Fengzi withdrew his gaze of envy.

Only then did he realize Xia Liu wasn't boasting earlier—he was the real deal.

Guo Man genuinely called him.

While the details remained unclear, for the famously cold CEO to behave this way, Xia Liu was undoubtedly her first-ever male equal in public.

"Of course he's amazing. The moment I met Xia Liu, I knew he wasn't ordinary."

Zhao Qian also redirected his gaze at this moment.

A few days ago, when Guo Man merely inquired about Xia Liu's details, Zhao Qian had immediately gotten a promotion and a raise.

If Xia Liu weren't extraordinary, how could Zhao Qian have risen to this level?

Sure, it could've happened eventually, but not for another three years.

...

Inside the CEO's office, Guo Man personally prepared tea.

Her movements, though slightly unrefined, exuded elegance and charm during every step.

As she leaned forward to brew the tea, Xia Liu couldn't help but swallow hard.

From where he sat, he had a perfect view of the soft whiteness peeking out from her V-neck.

A lethal sight for any man!

Her slender neck, flawless and snow-white.

Good thing Xia Liu's willpower was exceedingly strong; otherwise, he'd surely embarrass himself.

"Xia Liu, I truly apologize for misunderstanding you before getting the facts straight."

"President Guo, please don't mention it again. I haven't taken it to heart."

"Haha, perhaps I've been too stubborn."

Guo Man smiled faintly as she handed a teacup, filled to seventy percent, to Xia Liu.

"A rare Pu'er tea from the Nanyun area on the Mainland—I haven't had it in ages."

Tasting the familiar flavor, Xia Liu murmured pensively.

"Oh? You seem quite knowledgeable about tea?"

Guo Man had no idea what kind of tea it was; it had been prepared by Xilu and others.

"Yes, I've had some before with the regional military commander—he preferred these light teas."

Xia Liu nodded.

"Got it." Guo Man nodded awkwardly; she'd once studied tea briefly but lost interest later on. Now she regretted it.

"Mr. Xia, Lina told me you cured my poison in some miraculous way. Is that true?"