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Chapter 204: A Cure for Lianxing's Limp
Chapter 204: A Cure for Lianxing's Limp
The following days passed without much difference from the previous ones.
Jiang Feng's life consisted of either strolling through the garden alone, walking with Yao Yue, or chatting with Lianxing. Apart from mealtimes, the two sisters didn't often spend time together.
During these days, their relationship progressed steadily on the path of friendship. At the very least, they could speak more casually and comfortably, allowing Jiang Feng to gain a deeper understanding of the sisters, Yao Yue and Lianxing.
Lianxing was inherently lively and clever, often wearing a smile and treating others with warmth. Although the disciples of Yihua Palace respected her, they didn't fear her excessively. Jiang Feng also felt at ease chatting with her.
On the other hand, Yao Yue was stern and cold, stricter towards the palace disciples. Of course, she doled out punishments, but they never involved indiscriminate killing or maiming. She simply didn't smile often, and her formidable martial arts skills struck fear into the hearts of the disciples, who revered her as a goddess.
Or perhaps, it was only in these past few days that the disciples of Yihua Palace realized that Yao Yue had a gentle side to her.
In other words, although she was naturally domineering, she hadn't reached the point of demonic obsession and corruption.
Jiang Feng stroked his chin thoughtfully. Since that was the case...
Should he take it upon himself to save her from her demonic path?
Damn, he was getting serious deja vu to Bishuxin and Shi Zhixuan! Jiang Feng shuddered involuntarily and shook his head. He felt that he was still too insignificant in front of Yao Yue, but as for Lianxing... when the hundred rivers return to the sea, he should be able to defeat her... right?
It had to be said that prolonged proximity had stirred his heart.
Pui! Player!
Jiang 'Player' Feng had stayed in Yihua Palace for almost ten days. It was only when the scabs on his wounds were about to fall off that Huayue Nu took the initiative to remove the gauze and ointment from his injuries.
However, where the wounds had been, there was now only smooth, tender skin, as if he had never been injured at all!
"Wow!" Lianxing exclaimed in surprise. Although neither she nor her sister had been injured before, there were other disciples in the palace who had. Although they used the palace's secret golden wound medicine, the scars left behind were usually unsightly. If they had access to this ointment in the future...
Even Yao Yue, standing beside Jiang Feng, had a flicker of excitement in her eyes. This ointment might not save lives, but for women, it was as good as a life-saving panacea.
"You've recovered," Yao Yue said calmly, but her eyes held a complex mix of emotions.
"Yes, I'm finally healed," Jiang Feng stretched lazily and added, "The leisurely and pleasant days are coming to an end."
Lianxing smiled and said, "If you miss this place, you're welcome to stay longer."
"Ahem!" Jiang Feng cleared his throat, "I have many matters to attend to at home, and I haven't returned for ten days. I should at least go back and check in."
Yao Yue couldn't help but smile, but her eyes held a hint of teasing and a hint of displeasure.
In these past few days, she had taken morning walks in the garden with Jiang Feng almost every day, listening to his thoughts and ideas. While she might not have taken every word to heart, she understood that at their level of power and influence, even being away for ten days or half a month wouldn't affect the operations of their subordinates.
So, was he so indifferent to their sisterly bond that he was in such a hurry to leave?
Yao Yue might not be as clever as Lianxing, but she wasn't a fool. She could sense that during their interactions over the past few days, Jiang Feng had subtly maintained a certain distance.
Lianxing also felt a little unhappy, but she didn't show it. Instead, she smiled and asked, "The next time we leave the mountain, shall we pay you a visit in Jingzhou?"
"However, I have a proposition for you. If you agree, you might not be able to leave for several months," Jiang Feng said contemplatively.
"Why?" Lianxing frowned, her curiosity piqued.
"Because of your leg," Jiang Feng stated.
Lianxing's face paled, and her heart sank. Had he finally gotten around to addressing her limp? Did he, after all, find her disability repulsive? The initial gloom of their first encounter overwhelmed the courage that had been building in her heart.
It made sense; she was but a cripple, how could she ever be worthy of the famous Jiang Feng, the idol of the jianghu? In truth, I should never have competed with my sister for his affections. Only she is worthy to stand by his side.
Lianxing forced a smile. "Don't worry about me. I..."
"I am worried," Jiang Feng interrupted. "Because I'm not entirely confident in my abilities. That's why I need your consent."
Lianxing was taken aback. "Consent for what?"
"To heal your leg," Jiang Feng said. "Based on my observations these past few days, your leg is not a congenital deformity. It was caused by a fracture that didn't heal properly, resulting in the bones fusing together crookedly, am I right?"
"Y-yes," Lianxing stammered, her heart racing.
Jiang Feng spoke in a solemn tone. "I have a formula that stimulates bone growth. Additionally, if your condition is indeed due to a post-traumatic injury and not a congenital issue, we can perform an orthopedic surgery. By re-breaking the affected area, removing the excess bone growth, and then re-setting the bones, perhaps..."
Noticing the anticipation and anxiety in Lianxing's eyes, Jiang Feng continued, his voice steady, "Perhaps we can restore your leg. Even if it doesn't return to the state of a fully able-bodied person, with a slight limp, most people probably wouldn't notice anything unusual."
Although Jiang Feng didn't possess the Black Jade Interrupted Ointment, he had a similar medicine described in the Lianhua Baojian. Coupled with the theories from The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber and his modern knowledge of orthopedic surgery, he believed he could cure Lianxing's limp.
However, Jiang Feng was not a professional doctor, and he couldn't guarantee success.
He could have avoided bringing up this topic, but in the end, he couldn't resist the temptation.
Lianxing, however, was stunned into silence. Yao Yue also leaned in closer to Jiang Feng, her eyes sparkling with excitement, and her voice trembled as she asked, "Really? Can her leg truly be healed?"
Lianxing's injury was not only a source of pain for her but also a burden on Yao Yue's heart.
Jiang Feng spread his hands helplessly. "I'm only fifty percent sure. If it fails..."
Lianxing managed a bitter smile. "Could it be any worse than it is now?"
"No, but wouldn't that just cause you more suffering?" Jiang Feng asked, a bitter smile on his face.
"I'm not afraid of suffering!" Lianxing exclaimed passionately.
"How do you plan to treat it?" Yao Yue asked urgently. "What do you mean by orthopedic surgery?"
Jiang Feng sighed. "It involves using a knife to cut open Lianxing's leg, re-breaking the bones, scraping away the excess bone with a knife, resetting the bones, suturing the wound, and then immobilizing the leg with a splint until it heals."
As soon as he finished speaking, Huayue Nu, standing beside him, sucked in a breath of cold air, her eyes wide with shock as she stared at Jiang Feng.
If anyone else had suggested such a treatment, the two palace masters would have slapped them to death without hesitation. While this method was not as terrifying as Hua Tuo's skull surgery on Cao Cao, it still sounded equally horrifying.
But...
It somehow made sense?
Even Yao Yue, upon hearing this method for the first time, hesitated for a moment. Only Lianxing remained unwavering in her decision. "I'll do it!"
(End of Chapter)
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