The third needle found its place near the outer part of the nostril.

Jaxon inquired, “Maria, is this to cure Michael's cold? This point is for reducing fever, eliminating wind, clearing the nasal passages, and preventing colds."

His voice was loud enough, but Maria paid him no attention.

Yet, Michael suddenly said in a soft tone, “It feels a bit chilly...

Hmm... Why am I starting to feel feverish? I feel like something is flowing inside me..."

Jaxon was baffled. How could Michael have such a reaction?

Feeling either cold or hot and even a flowing sensation seemed impossible under the effect of Maria's medical treatment.

Then, sweat started to bead on Michael's forehead.

“Dad, are you alright?" Raymond exclaimed, his worry evident.

Raymond had been harboring doubts about Maria's treatment.

Moving closer to Michael, Raymond tried to check on him.

But Michael unexpectedly lifted his foot and gave Raymond a light kick.

"Stay back. I'm feeling good! It's as relaxing as warm bathing when Maria does the acupuncture," Michael commented, clearly pleased.

Satisfaction appeared on Michael's face.

Jaxon seemed to realize something and blurted out in amazement, "Ancient... Martial arts medicine? You even know this!"

Jaxon was taken aback. He didn't expect Maria to be this outstanding.

Jaxon wasn't familiar with the martial arts medicine, but his late wife hailed from the Barnes family, renowned in the martial arts world.

Though never getting an insight into martial arts medicine before from his wife, Jaxon now witnessed the magic of martial arts medicine, thanks to Maria.

Upon grasping the situation, Marilyn's face was a picture of shock as if she was struck by lightning.

How could it be? Maria Maria was part of the world of martial arts?

Marilyn thought those prominent families from the world of martial arts were too proud to mix with the modern world.

The most shocked, however, was Raymond. He had always scorned Maria, thinking that Maria didn't deserve a wealthy man like Anthony and that Anthony had been foolishly led by passion to keep a romantic relationship with her.

But if Maria was indeed from a notable family in the world of martial arts... It could be counted that Anthony was a lucky guy to date with Maria.

Raymond gulped, fearing he might have inadvertently offended Maria.