013. Lu Yun’s Request: The Exchange of Health Cultivation Techniques

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Lin Shan cast a look at Zuo Heng, one filled with a kind of “compassionate pity,” then said, “Fool, don’t you see what time it is? It’s bedtime. Besides, Miss Xiao is a patient; it’s only natural for her to rest longer.”

After speaking, he turned to the maid and asked, “Has Miss Xiao’s fever subsided?”

The maid nodded fervently, her eyes showing a hint of admiration for Lin Shan.

“Miss Xiao’s fever has improved significantly, and she slept soundly through the night.”

A few nights ago, even when Xiao Xiao managed to fall asleep, she would cry out in pain.

This obvious improvement was undeniable proof that Lin Shan’s treatment was highly effective.

Xiao Qiang was deeply moved, looking at Lin Shan with trembling hands.

Xiao Xiao had been bedridden for seven days, visibly growing weaker by the day. He had done everything he could to find a renowned doctor, but to no avail.

Despite all his life’s experiences, at this critical moment, his composure was beginning to crack.

His daughter was his heart and soul; if he were to lose her, he couldn’t imagine how he would face the days ahead.

Taking a deep breath, Xiao Qiang bowed deeply to Lin Shan and said, “Thank you, Mr. Lin, for your great kindness.”

Seeing Xiao Qiang’s sincere love for his daughter, Lin Shan felt an innate fondness for him and waved his hand, saying, “Mister Xiao, it’s too early for such words. Let’s wait and see how Miss Xiao’s condition develops.”

Noticing Lin Shan’s modesty and lack of eagerness to claim credit, Xiao Qiang’s respect for him grew even stronger.

At that moment, Zuo Heng suddenly spoke up, “Mister Xiao, since the young lady’s condition has improved, I shall take my leave.”

His expression was very unpleasant.

He had hoped that Xiao Qiang would hold him back out of old friendship, but to his surprise, Xiao Qiang simply nodded and said, “Mr. Zuo, I will not see you off.”

Zuo Heng’s face darkened instantly.

Xiao Qiang remained indifferent; ordinarily, he might have been polite, but after Zuo Heng’s arrogant boasting—claiming to be a rare, unparalleled healer—only to fail so spectacularly, he couldn’t be bothered to pretend anymore.

After sending Zuo Heng away, Xiao Qiang turned his gaze to Lin Shan, his expression now much more respectful.

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Originally, as a mere official, this level of respect was unnecessary, but Lin Shan had saved his most precious daughter’s life, and that changed everything.

“Mr. Lin, I’ve been neglectful these past days; please forgive me. I hope you will stay at the Xiao residence for a few days. I would like to properly thank you.”

Watching Zuo Heng slink away in disgrace, Lin Shan couldn’t resist adding fuel to the fire, calling out loud, “Safe travels, Divine Doctor Zuo!”

Zuo Heng froze for a moment but did not turn back, departing quietly.

The others resumed waiting while Lin Shan, arms crossed, dozed lightly on the bamboo mat. Just then, Lu Yun approached quietly and whispered, “Young friend Lin, could I see the medicine you gave Miss Xiao earlier?”

Lin Shan opened his eyes and looked at Lu Yun.

The old man’s expression was hesitant; he knew the request was somewhat unreasonable. For any physician, such prescriptions were closely guarded secrets—how could one possibly reveal them to outsiders?

Yet, having devoted his life to medicine, seeing such a remedy was like a starving man beholding a beauty; it was difficult not to be tempted.

Lu Yun sighed softly. “Young friend Lin, I realize this puts you in a difficult position. I have practiced medicine all my life, and while internal ailments are manageable, external injuries remain a mystery to me. No matter how carefully wounds are cleaned and tended, many patients still die. Only those warriors seem able to endure such injuries. I truly cannot understand this. Could you enlighten me?”

Lin Shan’s heart stirred.

Warriors?

Did such warriors truly exist in this world?

Seeing Lu Yun’s sincere gaze, Lin Shan recognized him as a genuine man who had devoted his life to medicine. He thought to himself, “With bacteriology still undeveloped, of course he wouldn’t know how they died...”

After some thought, Lin Shan said, “Sir, the human eye has limitations. Beyond decayed flesh, there are many things on a wound’s surface—think of them as tiny creatures invisible to the naked eye. Those people died because of these creatures, and my medicine can kill them.”

Lu Yun was visibly moved. “I see now...”

“By the way, sir, you mentioned warriors. Are they truly formidable?”

Lu Yun was momentarily taken aback, frowning. Then, with a quick glance, he pointed to a nearby wall. “I once saw a warrior shatter a wall like this with a single punch.”

Lin Shan was astonished. The wall measured five meters in length and width, two meters in height, and was about twenty to thirty centimeters thick—broken with a single blow.

Such a display was beyond what many martial arts novels described.

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Lin Shan blinked and asked with some anticipation, “Sir, can these warriors cultivate true energy?”

Lu Yun looked surprised. “I didn’t expect young friend to be from the martial world—circulating the heavenly cycle and generating internal energy.”

So martial arts really existed in this world!

Lin Shan’s heart suddenly burned with excitement.

Seeing Lin Shan’s expression, Lu Yun’s mind formed an idea, and he smiled warmly. “Young friend, do you wish to practice martial arts?”

Lin Shan’s eyebrows rose. “Are you willing to teach me, sir?”

Lu Yun laughed heartily. “I have a family heirloom health cultivation technique. If you practice diligently, it can indeed cultivate true energy and prolong life. However... I hope you can give me two doses of that medicine. If you agree, I will gladly teach you this method with both hands.”

“That’s easier than I thought. Sir, take this entire bottle!”

Lin Shan produced two bottles and pressed the anti-inflammatory medicine he had just used into Lu Yun’s hands.

He was joking—this medicine cost next to nothing, but Lu Yun was offering a martial arts manual. No hesitation at all.

Lu Yun didn’t expect Lin Shan’s prompt agreement and quickly waved his hand. “Young friend, please take the medicine back first. I will copy the cultivation method for you.”

Lin Shan said casually, “You are a man of integrity; I trust you.”

Lu Yun sighed softly. “Young friend, your noble character commands my respect.”

With that, he carefully placed the medicine in his bosom, then stood and walked over to Xiao Qiang. “Mister Xiao, may I borrow the study for a while?”

Xiao Qiang waved his hand grandly, immediately ordering a servant to escort Lu Yun there.

After Lu Yun left, Xiao Qiang turned to Lin Shan and said, “Mr. Lin, did Mr. Lu just ask you for the medicine that cured my daughter?”

Lin Shan replied, “Mister Xiao is truly perceptive.”

Xiao Qiang gave a self-mocking smile, glancing in Lu Yun’s departing direction. “The old gentleman is a healer with a compassionate heart. Seeing such medicine, he naturally wishes more people could be saved. Did you give it to him?”