Chapter 57: Chapter 57: Leading the Martial Path
"Master, is what you said true?"
"Will I really be able to learn the art of acupuncture then?"
Xu Menghan asked Chen Qingdi happily.
Chen Qingdi glanced at her, smiled faintly, and without hesitation, took out a Guiyuan Pill and handed it to her.
The Guiyuan Pill was a Heritage Elixir of immense medicinal efficacy. It could help a Cultivator enhance their Inner Strength and physique, playing a vital role in their Martial Dao cultivation.
Chen Qingdi’s reward signified his acknowledgment of Xu Menghan’s hard work, and it also meant she was officially crossing the threshold into Martial Dao cultivation.
At that moment, joy sparkled in Xu Menghan’s eyes.
She accepted the Guiyuan Pill and looked at Chen Qingdi with gratitude, expressing her willingness to devote herself wholeheartedly to her Martial Dao cultivation and become his right-hand woman.
"Take this Divine Fire Pill to your aunt. Then, just follow the method I taught you to help her expel the cold energy from her body. I shouldn’t need to teach you the rest, right?"
Chen Qingdi said to her.
Xu Menghan nodded, took the Divine Fire Pill, and walked over.
Then, Xu Menghan gently pushed open her aunt’s door.
What greeted her was an elegant room filled with a faint, pleasant fragrance. Moonlight filtered through the curtains, illuminating the entire space.
Her aunt was lying on the bed, her face pale and looking extremely weak.
Xu Menghan took out the Divine Fire Pill and gently placed it in her aunt’s hand, her voice filled with concern.
"Aunt, this is a Divine Fire Pill. Chen Qingdi refined it especially for you. It can quickly expel the cold energy from your body. Please take it now."
Her aunt parted her lips slightly and took the Divine Fire Pill with a trembling hand, her eyes full of relief.
Seeing this, a slight smile also appeared on Xu Menghan’s face. She knew Chen Qingdi’s efforts had not been in vain.
Xu Menghan slowly sat cross-legged by the bed, closed her eyes, and began to circulate her Inner Strength.
She took a deep breath, and a tranquil aura emanated from her, as if she were merging with her surroundings.
A sinister cold energy began to seep out from her aunt’s body.
Xu Menghan’s closed eyes twitched slightly. She focused her mind, channeling her Inner Strength to her palms before gently pressing them against her aunt’s chest.
As Xu Menghan’s palms made contact, a warm energy flowed into her aunt’s body, clashing violently with the cold energy within.
Her aunt’s complexion gradually turned rosy, and her breathing started to even out.
Xu Menghan remained fully focused, continuing to execute the Cultivation Technique to expel the cold energy. She could feel the coldness in her aunt’s body being gradually driven out by her own energy, replaced by warmth and vitality.
She prayed silently, hoping to completely restore her aunt’s health.
The process continued for some time. Xu Menghan felt her Inner Strength being depleted, but she didn’t stop until she was certain there was no trace of cold energy left in her aunt’s body.
Finally, Xu Menghan gently released her hands and slowly opened her eyes.
She saw her aunt’s face had regained its healthy, rosy color, and a bright light shone in her eyes.
She smiled at her aunt and said, "Aunt, you should be feeling much better now."
Her aunt looked at Xu Menghan, full of gratitude. "Xu Menghan, thank you for saving me. You’re such a good child."
Her voice was choked with emotion.
Xu Menghan shook her head gently and immediately said to her aunt, "Aunt, you don’t have to thank me. It’s what I should do. As long as you’ve recovered, I’m content."
Then, she turned and left, leaving her aunt to rest quietly in the room.
Afterward, Xu Menghan hurried out of the room and reported to Chen Qingdi that most of the cold energy in her aunt’s body had been expelled.
Upon hearing the news, Chen Qingdi’s face lit up with pleasure. He nodded in satisfaction, showing he was very pleased with Xu Menghan.
Just as Chen Qingdi was preparing to take her out, he suddenly sensed an unusual presence.
He looked up and saw people from the Medical Dao Alliance gathered outside the clinic, their aura sharp and full of imposing might.
The members of the Medical Dao Alliance stood in neat formations. They wore uniform attire, held weapons, and had solemn expressions.
They seemed to be waiting for something, and the atmosphere was tense.
Chen Qingdi’s expression changed slightly as a sense of caution rose within him.
He knew the Medical Dao Alliance was an organization of formidable medical skill. They typically only mobilized for major incidents or emergencies.
Chen Qingdi pushed the door open and stepped outside, immediately drawing the attention of the Medical Dao Alliance members.
Their gazes all converged on Chen Qingdi, a hint of vigilance flashing in their eyes.
Chen Qingdi’s face was calm, but his mind was on high alert.
He watched the members of the Medical Dao Alliance, trying to find some clue in their expressions.
’Could it be that guy from the Medical Dao Alliance sent them here to apologize?’
’Or have they found that spy?’
The members of the Medical Dao Alliance remained in their neat formation, offering no hints.
The surroundings were so quiet there wasn’t a single sound.
Only a light breeze stirred, bringing with it a slight chill.
Chen Qingdi frowned slightly. He felt that the Medical Dao Alliance’s purpose for appearing now was anything but simple.
「Just then.」
Three figures—two men and a woman—suddenly stepped out from the crowd of Medical Dao Alliance members. They wore special attire that made them stand out.
These three were all renowned as genius physicians within the Medical Dao Alliance, brilliantly talented and possessing superb medical skills.
When they appeared, their gazes locked onto Chen Qingdi in near-perfect sync, like ravenous snakes eyeing their prey.
Their cold, sharp gazes sent a chill down one’s spine.
The atmosphere grew tense in response.
The other members of the Medical Dao Alliance sensed this unusually oppressive aura and took several steps back, giving the trio ample space.
Chen Qingdi felt the oppressive pressure but showed no sign of panic or fear.
Instead, he maintained his calm demeanor, his gaze fixed steadily on the three geniuses from the Medical Dao Alliance.
After a moment of silence, one of the men spoke slowly, his voice magnetic and tinged with arrogance. "Chen Qingdi, the three of us are representatives of the Medical Dao Alliance. We’ve come to you today about an important matter."
Chen Qingdi raised an eyebrow slightly and replied mildly, "Go on. I’m curious to see what this is about."
The woman spoke next. "We have learned that you, Emperor’s Physician, possess extraordinary medical skills. We hope to cooperate with you to solve a perplexing and strange illness."
The third man added, "It’s a strange illness affecting a village of five hundred people. The Medical Dao Alliance has yet to find a solution, and we need your help."
Chen Qingdi frowned slightly. After a moment of thought, he spoke slowly, "Can you tell me more details about this affliction and the current treatment situation?"
The three exchanged glances, hesitating for a moment.
Ultimately, they gave Chen Qingdi a detailed account of the situation.
Chen Qingdi listened in silence, but his expression shifted continuously.
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