Chapter 47: Five Methods of Nourishing Life

  In this era, Chen Xiao dares to say that a happy life is second to none, and no one would dare to say it's the first.

  Madam Wang was immediately intrigued by Chen Xiao's opening remarks. To be sure, she and other women of a certain age were roughly the same age; if she herself could regain ten or eight years of youth through this health regimen, or even five or six years younger, wouldn't Mr. Cui be amazed?

  So Madam Wang's tone became even more pleasant: "Please, Mr. Chen, tell us in detail."

  Chen Xiao stretched out his right hand, spread out five fingers, and pressed down his thumb, saying: "These small actions are divided into five steps. The first is called nourishing life by nourishing the heart. You should know that people have various emotions, and excessive emotions can lead to physical problems. Those who cultivate a calm and peaceful energy will live long lives. Nourishing the heart is probably the highest realm of nourishing life."

  "Speaking of which, Wang Furen, there's a saying that goes 'your appearance is born from your heart.' This doesn't just refer to whether you're beautiful or ugly, but also the age that shows on your face. If you're always under pressure and quick to anger, wrinkles will appear early. But if you're happy and carefree, with an open heart, then your skin will be smooth and unlined. So, Wang Furen, if you keep chopping off people's arms and legs like this, it won't end well for you."

  After hearing Chen Xiao's words, Wang Furen suddenly became furious and coldly said: "Are you teaching me?"

  But thinking again, I've indeed become more irritable over the past few years, and my looks have aged faster than they did a few years ago. Chen Xiao's words were not entirely false, so I immediately changed my tone and said: "Alright, you're right, continue."

  This Mrs. Wang is used to being arrogant and domineering, thinking that she can change overnight, which is absolutely impossible. Chen Xiao knew this reason and didn't bother with her, pointing down with his index finger, continuing: "The second point is called rational eating. Delicious food is of course delicious, but we must pay attention to the combination of diet. I divide these foods into six categories. They are: eat a little earlier, eat a little warmer, eat a little less, eat a little lighter, eat a little slower, and eat a little softer. This reasonable dietary structure can also help us better regulate our endocrine system... oh, that is, to regulate the qi in the body, making it more gentle."

  Listening to Chen Xiao indeed had substance, and Madame Wang's attitude became even better.

  "This time, Chen Xiao snapped his middle finger and said: 'The third one is called exercise must not be lacking. Well, I made a mnemonic for this one, with eight sentences. It's called supporting the sky with both hands to regulate the triple warmer, opening the bow left and right like shooting an eagle, regulating the spleen and stomach by lifting a single hand, looking back at the five labors and seven injuries, shaking off heart fire by shaking head and tail, eliminating hundreds of diseases from behind, increasing energy by clenching fists and glaring, and solidifying kidney waist by grasping feet with both hands. Remember, no matter what situation or time, this exercise must be done every day. Moving your arms and legs is naturally very beneficial."

  Madam Wang muttered two sentences of Chen Xiao's mnemonic, then nodded: "This is the framework of Wu Xing Xi, not bad."

  "Speaking of which, Mrs. Wang asked in doubt: "You know a lot, haven't you ever practiced martial arts?"

  "No, absolutely not. When I was a child, my hometown was plagued by an epidemic and everyone died. That's why I studied medicine to save more people. I sought out famous doctors all over the world to learn from them, and finally achieved some success."

  This reason is still somewhat convincing, and since Chen Xiao indeed didn't have a hint of internal energy within him, Lady Wang believed it about 70%, saying: "Well, you do have some ambition. What about the others?"

  "Fourth, it's called nourishing the body by nourishing the energy. The core idea of health preservation is to achieve balance and harmony. When the body reaches a state of balance, the internal energy also needs to be balanced. Take deep breaths often, and when feeling dizzy or irritable, try to relax your body intentionally. When encountering unpleasant things, take one or two deep breaths, and your mood will calm down. A calm mood and peaceful mind will naturally manifest on the outside."

  This one still can't get angry, Mrs. Wang nodded and waited quietly for Chen Xiao to say the last one.

  "Finally, the last little finger," said Chen Xiao. "The last one is about the study of medicine and food. Among plants, the longest-lived are cypress and pine trees, which is why we often say 'thousand-year-old cypress'. The seeds of the cypress tree have the effects of nourishing nature, calming the mind, moistening the intestines, promoting bowel movements, and nourishing the face. Similar ingredients include Chinese wolfberry, pearl powder, turtle jelly, Job's tears, mountain medicine, lotus leaf powder, and plantain seed, etc. These ingredients can be used for food supplementation while practicing qigong, achieving twice the result with half the effort."

  How geeky can you get?

  Save the world? Who dares to speak to Lady Wang like that and leave her speechless, unable to show any temper?!

  What Chen Xiao said was all truly about beauty and skincare, she didn't know about other things, but she did know that pearl powder could nourish the skin, and she occasionally used it. Now that she had heard Chen Xiao's words, she no longer had any doubts, and she really treated Chen Xiao as a doctor for consultation.

  After listening to Chen Xiao's lengthy speech, Mrs. Wang directly opened her mouth and said: "Bring the person here!"

  "Madam," came the voice of a servant from outside the door.

  Madam Wang said: "Prepare pen, ink, paper and inkstone."

  She was going to write down what Chen Xiao said, but at this time on the boat, it was swaying back and forth, how could she remember well. Chen Xiao quickly stopped her, saying: "Madam Wang doesn't have to be in a hurry, since you want to know, wait until we get ashore before writing it down. Besides, I don't know martial arts, can I still escape?"

  What he said makes sense, Lady Wang thought for a moment and waved her hand towards the outside: "No need, let's talk about it when we get ashore."

  The servant answered, "Yes."

  At this time, Mrs. Wang looked at Chen Xiao's eyes and saw a lot of difference. Although Wang Yuyan was kidnapped by Duan Yu, but listening to Chen Xiao's tone, Yuyan should be fine for the time being, everything should still be alright. Moreover, with her own family background and the reputation of Suzhou Murong, who would dare to bully Yuyan in Jianghu? That must destroy his whole family.

  With this in mind, Lady Wang also put down a lot of her worries. At this time, she was even more concerned about the method that Chen Xiao said could make the nourishing effect better, and asked: "The method you mentioned earlier to work with nourishment, I wonder if it is..."

  At this time, the boat shook slightly, and Mrs. Wang knew that she had arrived at her own Mandala Villa, so she continued: "Young master, follow me."

  "Wait for her to leave, Chen Xiao hastily asked: "Madam Wang, what about Ah Zhu and Ah Bi..."

  Mrs. Wang sneered, "What can those two maids do? I originally intended to cut off one of their arms first, but since Mr. Chen has pleaded for them, I'll spare them for now."

  Sigh——

  Chen Xiao let out a long sigh of relief, it seemed that his arm was finally safe, what a close call...

  Disembarked and followed Mrs. Wang all the way to Mantou Mountain Villa.

  As they walked, Mrs. Wang said, "Chen Gongzi, later you must tell me everything you know. If I'm satisfied, you'll definitely be rewarded."

  It's better to be safe than sorry; being able to keep one's life is already a success.

  Chen Xiao smiled and replied: "Madam Wang is being polite. As a half-qualified doctor, this kind of thing may not have any benefits, but it's something that must be done."

  "You're quite eloquent."

  "Alright, come in," said Madame Wang calmly.

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  There is still one more chapter tonight~