Chapter 73

In the Hou residence of Hongyuan City, the loud laughter of the Duke of Dingbei pierced the sky, and even people on the streets outside could hear it.

"Ha ha ha... Good! This kid really has a knack for it, actually overcoming an incurable disease! Heh heh, I really want to see the expressions of those bastards who were ready to kick him when he was down!"

Initially, they were worried that Jiang Xingchen would be completely overshadowed by this matter, but unexpectedly, he brought even greater surprises. Overcoming an incurable disease, this kid's reputation will definitely grow even more.

Before, it was only in Hongyuan City, but if this news spreads, although it won't be known by everyone, it will definitely leave a deep impression on those in the medical field. The two great physicians from the capital have arrived, and the Great Emperor of Qiankun will probably know as well.

This kid was originally a model set by the Great Emperor, and with such a show, even I will benefit.

"Hehe, this kid is truly my lucky star!" The pent-up mood of recent days was released, and the Duke of Dingbei happily ordered, "Someone, prepare some wine and dishes for me!"

While the Duke of Dingbei was drinking alone, inside the Purple荆佣兵团 (Purple Thorn Mercenary Group), Mo Hongxian, Wan Rou, Zhao Danqing, Sun Sanqiang, Second Brother, Fourth Brother, and others were also raising their glasses in celebration.

Upon receiving Zhao Zixiang's letter, Zhao Danqing came here immediately to tell them the good news.

Previously, they were all on edge, and no one was optimistic about Jiang Xingchen treating the disease, which was an incurable one. If he failed, the impact on him would be enormous, and his previously healthy and positive image in people's hearts would surely be completely changed with the efforts of those with ulterior motives.

Now, hearing the news brought by Zhao Danqing, they felt both incredulous and relieved, followed by wild joy.

"This guy is really amazing, overcoming an incurable disease! Is there anything he can't do?" Zhao Danqing drained a cup of wine and laughed heartily.

"From the first time I met him, I knew he wasn't simple!" Mo Hongxian nodded.

"But he's too not simple!" Wan Rou laughed and said, "I'm getting more and more excited about the New Year's performance, I really want to see what other outstanding performances he will have!"

"Ha ha ha..." Second Brother laughed smugly, "I knew he would be fine, I wasn't worried at all. Look at you all, what kind of mental fortitude, a little bit... Ouch!"

A cup exploded on Second Brother's head...

Meanwhile, the medical community, which had been closely watching this matter, was in an uproar. After all, only a few went to Qingshan Village, and most were waiting for news.

"What! This is impossible..." The first reaction to the news was disbelief, as they all previously thought Jiang Xingchen would surely fail.

However, as the news received by all the major pharmacies was the same, they were deeply shocked.

"Really overcome! How did this kid do it, he's only sixteen years old... So many people have studied medicine their whole lives and were helpless against this disease, and he, a sixteen-year-old kid... More importantly, he doesn't even understand medicine, how can we, as physicians, bear this!"

"Regardless, the disease is overcome! It's a great joy for the medical community! Jiang Xingchen's contribution is immense!"

"No wonder he was promoted to a third-class baron in twenty days, he is indeed a genius..."

"The Duke of Dingbei has keen eyes, he saw this brilliant gem among the sand in one glance!"

The wind in Hongyuan City changed, and all those who were waiting to see the joke began to praise Jiang Xingchen, not sparing any flattering words.

Two days later, cries of surprise echoed across the empire's various territories, almost every pharmacy that received the news reacted the same way as Hongyuan City. First disbelief, then surprise, and finally praise. Of course, unlike the people of Hongyuan City, they knew that the treatment was led by Jiang Xingchen, so they praised Grandpa Tang, as Jiang Xingchen was too young.

Next, numerous physicians, eager to know the treatment process and pathology, spared no expense to send messages by messenger birds, unable to wait for those who went to Qingshan Village to return.

Even the various lords and even dukes were shaken by the news of overcoming the incurable disease, which was a great boon for the empire.

In the first army, Tang Chuxue looked at the letter in her hand, smiling, and said softly, "Indeed successful! I knew this kid could do it, and it was worth my efforts to write dozens of letters to promote him!"

"Miss, what's so happy?" A nearby soldier asked.

"Jiang Xingchen and the old man worked together to overcome the incurable abdominal pain... Bang!" After explaining, Tang Chuxue slapped the envelope on the table and ordered, "Order the soldiers to practice hard, and add a meal tonight!"

"Miss, add a meal, our food... Ah, abdominal pain, isn't that an incurable disease, Grandpa is really amazing! I'll go..."

After the soldier ran out, Tang Chuxue chuckled and muttered to herself, "The old man doesn't have this ability!"

Saying this, Tang Chuxue stood up and walked out of the tent, looking at the snowfall, and murmured, "I've given you a lot of help, the Great Emperor should see that... I wonder how many more surprises you will bring in the future..."

In the central palace of the imperial capital, the Great Emperor of Qiankun, in his prime, was reading a letter from Mr. Huangshi.

"Overcoming an incurable disease, Jiang Xingchen... Heh heh, it's truly worth setting him as a model, this is a great blessing for generations... Chuxue's judgment is also accurate, and her mind is sharp, she knows my development strategy..."

Below, the chancellor of the Imperial Academy respectfully said, "Great Emperor, with such a contribution from Jiang Xingchen, should he be promoted further?"

Shaking his head slightly, the Great Emperor said, "He cannot be promoted again in a short time, even if he is set as a model, it cannot be excessive. In twenty days, he rose from a commoner to a third-class noble, and now he is already seen as a thorn in the side by some conservative nobles!"

"But if such a contribution is not rewarded, how can the Great Emperor's strategy be...?" The chancellor asked.

"No problem, when Huangshi returns, immediately promote the method of overcoming the incurable disease! After that, I can record a merit for Jiang Xingchen, and when the time comes, reward him all at once!"

The chancellor frowned and said, "Great Emperor! If this method is promoted, there is a problem, which is the secret of the catgut suture..."

"Benefit for generations, this method must be promoted! As for the catgut suture, how much can the Xuan Yuan Heavenly Sect take from us... Besides, they will send people soon!"

Saying this, the Great Emperor sighed and said helplessly, "This snow has affected half the empire for over half a month, and there's no sign of clearing up. It seems this year's cold is a once-in-a-century event!"

After speaking, the Great Emperor ordered, "Go and send a message to the marshal, have him concentrate all his efforts to capture Pingjun City of the Dongxuan Kingdom as soon as possible!"

"Yes!" The chancellor bowed and quickly left...

While the entire empire's medical community was shaken by the news of overcoming the incurable disease, Qingshan Village was also in a state of chaos.

The physicians did not leave, and this treatment, whether in technique or concept, completely overturned their traditional views. They, like the two great physicians, had never heard of removing an organ and still surviving! Even more surprising was that the main doctor was only sixteen years old, Jiang Xingchen... After a long time, the physicians began to discuss among themselves and wait for the final result. As long as Xier's condition improved, this method would be proven effective.

In the room of the Qingshan Village lord's residence, Xier lay on a warm kang, with a pillow under her upper body to avoid discomfort.

After the surgery, she felt only a slight pain at the incision, everything else was fine! However, she was very thirsty.

"Brother! Give me some water!" Xier said.

"This..." Du Roshan glanced at the old man beside him, somewhat hesitant! Although he knew his sister couldn't drink water yet, he couldn't bear to see her suffer.

"No!" The old man waved his hand, any action that could affect the recovery of her condition was not allowed, as it directly related to whether the disease was completely overcome, and there could be no room for carelessness.

"Creak!" The door opened, and Meier supported the pale-faced Jiang Xingchen, who had just completed the surgery, which took a whole month, and he had not yet recovered.

"How is the recovery?" Jiang Xingchen sat down on a chair, picked up a cup of water, and asked weakly.

"Much better! Just very thirsty, want to drink water!" Du Roshan quickly answered.

"Oh!" Jiang Xingchen nodded and asked, "Have you passed gas?"

"Huh?" Du Roshan, the old man, and Xier were all confused, looking at Jiang Xingchen in puzzlement.

"Oh!" Jiang Xingchen patted his head and explained, "Have you passed gas?"

Xier's face turned bright red, and Meier, standing beside her, also blushed and lightly hit her brother's arm, how could he ask a girl such a question.

Jiang Xingchen also realized that this was not a good question to ask and quickly explained, "After abdominal surgery, if you haven't passed gas, you cannot eat or drink!"

"Is that so~" Xier still had a red face, lowering her head, "Not... yet..."

Before she finished speaking, Du Roshan suddenly shouted, "Passed! I heard it just now... Sir, can my sister drink water now?"

"Cough cough!" Two coughs interrupted Du Roshan, the old man lowered his head slightly, raised his hand, and said, "I just passed gas!"

"Spit!" Jiang Xingchen spat out the water in his mouth, Du Roshan's body swayed, almost falling over.

Meier giggled, quickly covering her mouth, her shoulders shaking.

Xier, holding the incision, looked like she wanted to laugh but was afraid of stretching the wound.

"Old man, I'm impressed, such a thick face..." Jiang Xingchen looked at the old man, speechless. Then he quickly advised Xier not to laugh, as it could cause the wound to split.

Afterward, Jiang Xingchen instructed Du Roshan to pay attention to Xier's gas passing and to help her walk slowly, which could prevent internal adhesions.

Leaving the room, Jiang Xingchen called the old man and asked, "Old man, does my overcoming the incurable disease count as a contribution to the empire?"

"Of course! It counts, overcoming an incurable disease, who knows how many lives it can save!"

The old man nodded vigorously, then looked Jiang Xingchen up and down, and chuckled, "Kid, you want more credit again... Don't worry, the Duke of Dingbei will definitely report it... Rising from a commoner to a third-class baron in twenty days, and then being promoted again after just over ten days, you are unique in the entire empire!"

"The old man misunderstood, I don't want a second-class baron!" Jiang Xingchen smiled.

"Ah!" The old man's eyes widened in surprise, "Kid, your appetite is too big, do you want to jump two levels again, directly to a first-class baron..."

"Not that, I want to expand my territory!"

"Whoa~" The old man slipped and fell to the ground!

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