"Ah...!"

Accompanied by Xu Hao's scream, countless poisoned needles instantly penetrated his body.

Although immune to all poisons and unafraid of toxins, the force of the steel needles was immense, something his body couldn't withstand. Even though he had gathered all his Origin Energy to his back as a shield, many still pierced through.

But that was all they did—after all, Xu Hao's physical strength was already quite formidable.

However, Xu Hao's screams largely consisted of acting.

Upon hearing Xu Hao's screams, Chen Suyi quickly looked up, only then realizing that Xu Hao had tightly wrapped her beneath him.

"What are you doing?!" Chen Suyi exclaimed.

"I... I'm dying..." Xu Hao suddenly collapsed to the ground, weak and breathless, his lips turning black, frothing at the mouth, appearing as though he was about to die.

But as he fell, he did not forget to pick up a steel needle from the ground and casually shoot it into the assassin's throat.

Chen Suyi, who had never seen such a scene before, was instantly horrified and frantically got up from the ground, vigorously shaking Xu Hao and shouting, "Hey! Don't scare me! Don't you die! How am I supposed to explain this to my grandfather and father if you die!"

At this time, Chen Zhen and other bodyguards also rushed up. Seeing Xu Hao's condition, his face changed dramatically, and he exclaimed, "Mr. Xu has been poisoned! Quick, take him to the hospital!"

Everyone hurriedly lifted Xu Hao into the car and took him to the hospital, with Chen Suyi following.

Just as they arrived at the emergency room, Chen Suyi and the others were told to wait outside, but Xu Hao suddenly grabbed Chen Zhen.

Chen Zhen was confused but stayed behind.

Xu Hao whispered, "I'm actually not poisoned, I was just pretending..."

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"Huh? Impossible, I could tell. Those were the Tang Sect's Pear Flower Rainstorm Needles, soaked with potent poison," Chen Zhen said disbelievingly.

Xu Hao laughed, "It's true, but I can't explain in detail right now. The reason I pretended to be poisoned was to teach Suyi a lesson..."

Chen Zhen suddenly realized and thought to himself that only someone like Xu Hao, almost on equal footing with her father, would dare to play such tricks on the young mistress. If it were anyone else, and the young mistress's father found out, they would be in big trouble.

This Mr. Xu, not acting in films, is truly a waste!

The two exchanged a smile, Chen Zhen assured he would cooperate with Xu Hao, and after instructing the doctor what to say, he left.

Outside the emergency room, Chen Suyi anxiously waited, and even when fans approached for photos, she, usually gentle towards her fans, refused them all.

Chen Zhen, observing Chen Suyi, thought to himself that the missy was actually kind-hearted, it was just her spoiled temperament that couldn't be changed. He wondered if this event would lead to any improvement.

A full hour later, the door to the emergency room finally opened.

Seeing the chief physician dressed in a white lab coat with a grave expression, Chen Suyi's heart also became apprehensive. She stepped forward and asked softly, "Doctor... how is Brother Xu?"

The doctor glanced at her, recognizing her as the currently popular tri-threat celebrity Chen Suyi, but remembering Chen Zhen's instructions, he spoke gravely, "The situation is not promising. The patient had severe poisoning, I've managed to extract most of it, but traces of poison still linger in his body, permanently embedded in his heart. His survival now almost depends on divine will."

Chen Suyi had no reason to doubt the doctor's words, as they had no prior conflicts, and the doctor had no reason to lie to her.

She asked meekly, "Can I... can I go in to see him?"

"Of course, but prepare yourself. His back is severely damaged. The fact that he has held on till now shows he has incredibly strong willpower," the doctor nodded and said.

Regarding the injury to his back, the doctor was not lying, and he truly admired Xu Hao. Despite such severe injuries, he hadn't cried out in pain. He sincerely felt Xu Hao was a real tough guy.

Chen Suyi took several deep breaths before finally pushing the door open and walking inside.

Upon entering, she saw Xu Hao lying face-down on the hospital bed, his exposed back covered in striking bloodstains.

The softest part of Chen Suyi's heart seemed to be touched by this sight.

She knew very well that with Xu Hao's skills, he could have easily dodged, but he had chosen not to in order to protect her.

She had just called Elder Chen and learned that Xu Hao was not protecting her for money, but because of her grandfather. Xu Hao had risked his own safety to keep a promise he made to her grandfather, making her feel that perhaps she had indeed been too harsh on Xu Hao just now.

But she was still not willing to easily show submission.

After all, Xu Hao was too detestable, having actually slapped her butt!

So she stood by the bed, her hands nervously twisting the corners of her clothes, biting her lip, but remained silent.

At that moment, Xu Hao suddenly turned his head and said, "I'm fine. Tell Elder Chen there is no need for him to come over. He has been through half a lifetime of battles, just recovered from a serious illness, and can't withstand the strain of travel."