Chapter 68: Universal Love Clinic

  One day a month later, in the northern part of Yit River Village.

  In the depths of the mountain forest, Yang Fan wore simple clothes, carrying a medicine basket on his back and holding several purple roots in his hand. He put out his tongue to taste them lightly, revealing a faint smile.

  "Yang, aren't you afraid this leaf is poisonous?"

  Luoshui stood beside him, pursing her lips and smiling, looking lively and innocent.

  Yang Fan threw the few purple roots and leaves into the medicine basket behind him, saying with extraordinary confidence: "These roots and leaves are the remnants of the 'Purple Scale Flower' after it withers, and new flowers and leaves can be grown next year, just like the seeds of ordinary spiritual medicines. If we talk about toxicity, these roots and leaves do have a bit, but they are not fatal, only posing some threat to ordinary mortals... But once they come into contact with the venom of the 'Blue Moon Centipede', they will produce an extremely terrifying toxic power."

  Luoshui smiled and glanced at him: "Yang brother is not only excellent in medical skills, but also has a deep understanding of poisonous techniques."

  "This month, I have learned a lot from the village elder."

  A hint of nostalgia and gratitude flashed in Yang Fan's eyes.

  Unconsciously, he stayed in Yituo Village for a month. During this month, the hunchbacked old man imparted to him a great deal of medical knowledge and experience.

  At this moment, even if he hadn't cultivated the "Xianhong Decision", in terms of medical skills, he also had extraordinary attainments.

  The hunchbacked old man not only taught him how to treat illnesses, but also passed on to him the methods of distinguishing between various strange objects in nature, the spiritual properties and effects of flowers and plants.

  Moreover, the old hunchback's teachings did not merely stay on paper and in words, but he often sent him to practice and inspect some mountains and valleys around.

  Thus, Yang Fan also discovered a lot of rare flowers and herbs and medicinal materials, and gained a lot.

  Originally, in the depths of the valley surrounding "Yi River Village", there were not only traces of low-level demonic creatures, but also a large number of rare materials and various strange flowers and grasses. In some secret places, one could even catch a glimpse of the shadow of heavenly treasures.

  In the garden of Luo's family, many rare medicinal herbs were also planted, all of which were transplanted from outside by the hunchbacked old man over the years. Of course, many exotic flowers and grasses have harsh living environments, and the hunchbacked old man can only transplant a limited number of them.

  "Yang, it's getting late, let's head back home first, or Grandpa will worry. That one day you went to a remote place and didn't come back for a whole day and night, both Grandpa and I were worried sick."

  Luo Shui's face still showed a hint of lingering fear as she stood beside Yang Fan, reaching out to tug on his sleeve.

  "Never mind, let's go back first."

  Yang Fan was slightly unwilling, the surroundings of Yih River Village were filled with countless precious and rare materials that moved his heart, he wished he could take away all the medicinal herbs. Of course, Yang Fan also knew that this idea was unrealistic, some heavenly treasures had extremely powerful demonic beasts or spiritual beasts guarding them, or the surrounding environment was extremely harsh, with his cultivation, it was impossible to obtain them.

  "Let's hurry up and go."

  Luoshui pulled Yang Fan's hand and they jogged back home together in the wilderness.

  After a month of getting along, Yang Fan and Luo Shui, this kind-hearted and beautiful little girl, had a rather close relationship. Whenever Yang Fan went out to collect medicine or practice the hunchbacked old man's teachings, she would often accompany him.

  The sunset was setting in the west, and under the reflection of the green grass and wildflowers between the mountains, the two held hands and ran, with the clear wind brushing past their ears. A strand of green silk scattered a faint fragrance on Yang Fan's face, as if it also revealed Luo Shui's lively and cheerful mood at this moment.

  Finally, before sunset, the two returned to "Yihe Village", looking at a few wisps of smoke from cooking, Yang Fan greeted some villagers in the village with great enthusiasm.

  Yang Fan's heart was exceptionally calm, without a single worldly thought or conflict of interest.

  Here, he would temporarily forget all sorts of worries and pressures in his heart, as if he had already become a part of the village.

  But he knew such days could not last forever.

  The month's time had come, and even if the old man with a hump didn't drive him away, he would leave of his own accord.

  Because in Wuliu Town and Yangjiabao, there are his family, friends, and a medical clinic.

  Perhaps this month of peace will be a milestone on Yang Fan's arduous and long journey to immortality, an important turning point. From being pursued by enemies, surrounded by danger, traveling long distances, and fighting against poisonous creatures.

  From being abandoned and losing his powers to becoming a useless person, to now struggling to survive in this desperate situation, this is the first lowest point of his life.

  Soon, Yang Fan returned to the village chief's home, and Luo Shui put down his things and went to cook very obediently.

  A coughing sound came, a hunchbacked old man, with a slightly stumbling figure, walked out of the house, and in his turbid eyes, a different kind of emotion flowed out.

  For this old man, Yang Fan's heart is filled with gratitude, respect and awe, which are extremely complex.

  In his heart, Yang Fan felt an inexplicable emotion, but on the surface, he was exceptionally calm, and very kindly said: "Senior."

  "You're leaving..."

  The hunchbacked old man sat in the chair, exhaling a mouthful of turbid air, and in his dim eyes, a thread of sharp light flashed suddenly.

  At this moment, he seemed to regain his vitality, and his face regained some of its color. His voice was no longer hoarse.

  "Senior, how did you know?" Yang Fan didn't deny it, but was extremely surprised.

  "As a doctor, one should observe, listen, ask and feel the pulse, not only can see the patient's illness, but also need to penetrate his soul..."

  The old man with a hunchback had a warm smile and his tone was also very gentle: "Moreover, I slightly understand the art of observing people, which is also complementary to my extensive medical skills. As a doctor, it's not just about treating illnesses and increasing one's own prestige, that's a minor path."

  "May I ask, senior, what is the Great Way?" Yang Fan was slightly startled.

  "The great way of medicine is to obtain proof of longevity and immortality."

  A fierce gleam burst forth from the old man's eyes, generating a powerful and yet gentle aura that filled the room with an air of oppressive unease.

  "Thank you for your guidance, all things can be connected, and medical skills can also achieve longevity."

  Yang Fan nodded in agreement with this view, because the "Xianhong Decree" he cultivated was mainly auxiliary, but could also achieve longevity.

  "You can enlighten this point, and in your heart, there will be a thread of faith, integrating medical skills with the great way, rather than letting these two things peel off and separate."

  The old man with a humpback was very appreciative of the way.

  ……

  The next morning, Yang Fan packed up some things and bid farewell to Old Camel Back and Luo Shui.

  Looking back on this month's life, Yang Fan had a kind of sudden and dreamlike illusion.

  The old man with a hump on his back said: "This month, I have taught you quite a bit of medical knowledge. Now I will give you a few more things."

  He then took out an ancient jade slip from his body, a special large jade bottle with a ban, and a strange black leather whip.

  "This jade scroll contains the medical insights and experiences of my lifetime. The jade bottle seals some rare and precious medicinal seeds, which are not much use to me now. If you have the conditions and sufficient lifespan, you can plant them, giving birth to a batch of rare medicinal herbs and heavenly treasures."

  "As for this black leather whip, it is an auxiliary spiritual instrument with extraordinary effects. It was once a close-fitting treasure of mine from long ago, and I will give it to you for self-defense."

  "This... senior, you..."

  Yang Fan also felt embarrassed to accept so many valuable things.

  At the same time, he also understood that there is no such thing as a free lunch in this world. The old man's willingness to put so much heart and soul into him meant that he would have to take on corresponding responsibilities in the future.

  "You take it, I'm not doing this without any expectation. Within three years, if you can advance to the Condensing Spirit stage, come back to 'Yihe Village', and that's when I'll impart all my true knowledge and even give you the treasure in my hands."

  The hunchbacked old man's words were full of meaning.

  "Moreover, after you leave this place, be sure not to mention anything about me and Yit He Village to outsiders." The hunchbacked old man repeatedly warned.

  "Remember, junior." Yang Fan said calmly.

  Finally, after a farewell, Yang Fan resolutely set off and left the small village in this desperate land.

  "Yang brother... don't forget to come back and see Shui'er in the future!"

  Luoshui whispered softly, her ethereal voice drifting away into the distance, yet also echoing beside Yang Fan.

  ……

  Following the route indicated by the hunchbacked old man, Yang Fan walked for three days, occasionally flying, and finally left the deep mountains and wilderness, returning to the official road.

  He went on to a small town, bought a fast horse, and continued to rush for several days. He finally arrived at Wuliuyi Town.

  Back in Wuliuyi Town, Yang Fan also restored his original appearance. After some thought, he still kept his cultivation at the Refining Qi stage.

  It's been more than two months since he broke through to the Scattered Qi stage, and even if he had advanced to the Refining Qi stage, it wouldn't be considered earth-shattering. Moreover, his cultivation of the medical path would not pose a threat in the eyes of outsiders, as the techniques of the medical path are regarded by the Xianxia world as an inferior side path with low spiritual power.

  Riding horseback to Wuliuyi Town, rushing straight home.

  But when Yang Fan arrived at a place near his home, he stopped suddenly.

  Here, he saw a brand new hospital.

  Universal Love Hospital

  (The first volume is complete, and we are immediately entering the second volume of this book. Let's call for some votes.)