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Chapter 227: A Doctor Heals People, a Great Doctor Heals the World
Watching his master's retreating figure, Lu Qing was stunned.
Why had he wasted his breath earlier, asking those Misty Cloud Sect disciples to confess their misdeeds?
It wasn't because he wanted to know the answers.
With his unique abilities, he didn't need to go through such trouble to obtain information.
In fact, he had asked those questions for his master's benefit.
Otherwise, Lu Qing wouldn't have bothered with such a futile effort and would have simply slaughtered that group of scum.
Now it seemed that his master was also enraged by the actions of the Misty Cloud Sect disciples.
"Master, with this, our trip to Zhongzhou will likely be delayed," Lu Qing said.
"It's of no consequence. It's just a slight detour. Zhongzhou isn't going anywhere; it will still be there. As long as we are determined, we will eventually reach it sooner or later," the old doctor said nonchalantly.
Lu Qing remained silent for a moment before chuckling, "Alright, Master, let's go and stir up some trouble at the Misty Cloud Sect. By the way, Sect Master Fang once mentioned that the Misty Cloud Sect seems to have more than one Innate Realm expert. When the time comes, we might still need to rely on your strength, Master."
"Enough of your cheek," the old doctor laughed and scolded before continuing, "However, as long as the Misty Cloud Sect's Innate Realm experts haven't reached the Great Perfection stage, I should be able to hold them off for a while."
Lu Qing was taken aback for a moment. After a while, he said, "Master, you seem a little different."
The master he knew from before would never have spoken with such confidence.
"I've been studying the 'Healing Scriptures of Qing Nang' left by the Saint of Medicine all these years. Do you know why?" the old doctor asked.
"Disciple doesn't know," Lu Qing replied, though he was also curious.
With his master's current attainment in the way of medicine, he had long surpassed that legendary Saint of Medicine, perhaps even surpassing him.
After all, according to rumors, that Saint of Medicine didn't seem to have reached the Innate Realm.
Lu Qing had also read the 'Healing Scriptures of Qing Nang', and while the medical theories within were profound, from his current perspective, they didn't seem overly mystical.
It didn't seem worthy of his master, an Innate Realm expert, to spend so much time studying it.
"The 'Healing Scriptures of Qing Nang' left by the Saint of Medicine not only records many excellent prescriptions but also contains the Saint's insights and thoughts on the path of a healer.
There's one sentence in particular that I didn't pay much attention to before, but today, I find it especially profound," the old doctor said with a sigh.
"What is it, Master?"
"The Saint of Medicine once said in the 'Healing Scriptures of Qing Nang': 'A doctor who heals and saves people is a small doctor. Only those who can heal the world and save its people are truly great doctors.'"
A certain emotion flashed in the old doctor's eyes.
"This old man has only known how to heal and save people in his life. Whether it's a small doctor or a great doctor, it doesn't matter to me.
But what I saw and heard today has made me realize that the world has truly fallen into chaos.
The deceit and malice in people's hearts have reached a point where there seems to be no cure.
I may not have the ability to heal this world, but at the very least, I can seek justice for the townspeople who perished in this town, clear away the pus and blood that plagues this world, and excise one of its malignant tumors."
Seeing the determination on his master's face, Lu Qing was left stunned.
"Alright, I'll tend to Sect Master Fang and the others' injuries, ask about the situation in Yunzhou, and then we'll be on our way," the old doctor turned and left, leaving Lu Qing standing there, staring at his master's departing figure.
"What? Old Man Chen, Young Master Lu, you're going to Yunzhou?"
When Fang Tao and his disciples learned that the old doctor and Lu Qing were planning to go to Yunzhou, they were all shocked.
"Old Man Chen, you just killed the Misty Cloud Sect's young master and so many of their disciples. The Misty Cloud Sect is known for their vindictiveness; they will definitely not let this go. Going to Yunzhou at this time is like walking into a trap!" Fang Tao anxiously said.
"Yes, Young Master Lu, that young master is the great-grandson of the Misty Cloud Sect's elder and the son of the sect master. By killing him, you've slapped the Misty Cloud Sect in the face. It's too dangerous to go to Yunzhou now!"
Da Shi, his body wrapped in bandages, also tried to dissuade them.
As for Fang Rou and the others, they likewise wore worried expressions.
"Sect Master Fang, I think you're overthinking this," Lu Qing smiled.
"The Misty Cloud Sect doesn't know about what happened here yet, so how could they make things difficult for us?
We have important matters to attend to in Yunzhou, and after we're done, we'll leave immediately and won't stay long. Please rest assured, Sect Master Fang."
Upon hearing this, Fang Tao understood.
Indeed, the Misty Cloud Sect disciples who had come to pursue them had all been killed by Lu Qing and the others, and none of them had returned to report the situation. So how could the Misty Cloud Sect know about Lu Qing and his group?
However, while this reason was somewhat plausible, Fang Tao still felt that the timing of Lu Qing's trip to Yunzhou was strange.
"Old Man Chen, in that case, let Fang and the others accompany you back. I'm quite familiar with Yunzhou, and I know a little about the various forces and sects there."
"With me leading the way, avoiding the Misty Cloud Sect members shouldn't be difficult." Fang Tao suggested after a moment's thought.
"There's no need for such trouble, Sect Master Fang. You're still injured and need to rest and recuperate; it's best not to exert yourself. Besides, our carriage is already cramped, and I'm afraid it won't accommodate another person. Sect Master Fang, you only need to mark the locations of the various sect powers in Yunzhou for us, so we can be prepared and avoid any unnecessary conflicts." Lu Qing requested.
Hearing Lu Qing's request, Fang Tao finally believed that they indeed had important business in Yunzhou. Since that was the case, he naturally couldn't dissuade them further and instead drew a simple map, marking the locations of the major sect powers in Yunzhou and explaining them to Lu Qing and his companions.
"Young Master Lu, our Yunzhou is dominated by three major sect powers, each incredibly formidable. These three sects are untouchable even by the provincial government because they each have an Innate Realm ancestor within their ranks. Among the three, the Misty Cloud Sect is the most domineering in their actions. Plus, you've just killed their young master, so if you encounter any Misty Cloud Sect disciples in Yunzhou, please avoid them at all costs and do not engage in conflict." Fang Tao earnestly advised.
At this point, Fang Tao knew that Lu Qing and his group were incredibly powerful, having witnessed their strength firsthand. While ordinary sects might not be a match for them even if they joined forces, the three major sects were a different story. Each possessed an Innate Realm ancestor and had vast resources at their disposal. No matter how strong Lu Qing and his companions were, provoking these giants was best avoided.
"Thank you for your advice, Sect Master Fang." Lu Qing accepted the map. "Then we shall take our leave. Sect Master Fang, please rest assured and focus on your recovery. Master has left behind medicines and prescriptions, and if you take them as instructed, your bodies will heal in no time."
As the news spread that the old doctor and his companions were leaving, the surviving townspeople came out to see them off.
"Old Doctor, Young Master Lu, we owe our lives to you for vanquishing those evil people. We, the people of Qingfeng Town, will forever remember this gratitude. This old man doesn't have much to offer, but please accept this small token of our appreciation." An elderly man, his body trembling slightly, held out a basket to the old doctor. Beside him stood two young boys and a girl, aged five or six.
Behind them, a large group of townspeople stood, each holding various items in their hands.
"There's no need for this, my good man," the old doctor said, gently refusing the elderly man's offer. Turning to the crowd, he continued, "Everyone, please take your things back. Our carriage is already well-stocked, and we cannot carry all these additional supplies."
Qingfeng Town had suffered a terrible calamity, and many lives had been lost. The days ahead would be challenging for the survivors. The items they offered were likely their meager rations, and the old doctor couldn't bring himself to accept them.
The townspeople tried to persuade him further, but the old doctor remained steadfast in his refusal. Finally, they had no choice but to take their things back.
After declining their gifts, the old doctor addressed the townspeople, "My friends, in the days to come, if anyone asks about our whereabouts, please tell them that we have traveled to Yunzhou. There is no need to hide this information. Also, please remember to take care of yourselves and avoid any unnecessary risks."
With that, he climbed into the carriage, leaving the crowd stunned.
"Giddy-up!"
Ma Gu flicked the reins, and the carriage slowly rolled out of town.
"Kneel and bid farewell to our saviors!"
As the carriage moved a dozen zhang away, the elderly man at the front suddenly knelt down with his grandchildren, kowtowing deeply. Although the two young children didn't fully understand what was happening, they followed their grandfather's lead and began to bow as well.
"Kneel and bid farewell to our saviors!"
As if a switch had been flipped, the entire street of townspeople knelt as one, bowing and kowtowing in the direction of the departing carriage.
This heart-stirring scene left Fang Tao and his disciples completely awestruck.
After a while, when the carriage had disappeared from view and the townspeople began to rise, Fang Rou, Fang Tao's daughter, asked, "Father, what did Old Man Chen mean by what he said before he left?"
Fang Tao, who had been lost in emotion, snapped back to the present at his daughter's question. He recalled the old doctor's words and suddenly exclaimed, "No, Old Man Chen and the others aren't going to Yunzhou because they have important business there. They're trying to draw the Misty Cloud Sect's attention away to prevent further disaster from befalling this town!"
(End of Chapter)
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