Chapter 11

You must know that acupuncture is all about technique and timing. Using a silver needle as fine as a hair to pierce the acupoints, it aims to unblock the meridians, regulate the flow of qi and blood, and harmonize the yin and yang of the body. Each insertion must be neither too heavy nor too light. Depending on the severity of the condition, the practitioner must observe the patient and make adjustments to the depth and force of the needles in the acupoints to ultimately harmonize the yin and yang and achieve the goal of healing.

The acupuncture process must never be too fast, otherwise, a slight mistake like the one made by Feng Jueyu could lead to a chaotic flow of qi and blood, causing trouble.

But this was also what shocked Li Yide. He had immersed himself in medical practice for decades. Although he could not claim to have the skill to bring the dead back to life, he had treated many difficult and complex cases. This incredibly fast needle technique truly left him deeply impressed.

It is important to know that for those studying medicine, especially acupuncture, it takes at least ten to eight years just to master the skill of identifying acupoints, let alone the skills of inserting needles, manipulating them to regulate qi, and lifting them to unblock the meridians.

Looking at Feng Jueyu, he exuded a composed and graceful demeanor. He manipulated six silver needles with such skill that they all entered the acupoints simultaneously and accurately, without any deviation. Li Yide only felt a slight itch and numbness in the six acupoints, with no pain at all.

By normal standards, this skill alone would require at least fifteen years of practice, and even then, only someone with extraordinary talent could achieve it.

But how old was Feng Jueyu? Twenty? Definitely not. Even if we assume he was twenty, could he have started practicing medicine at the age of five?

As Li Yide continued to observe, he became increasingly astonished. The skill of identifying acupoints was already far beyond his age, but what about the technique of manipulating and lifting the needles?

Nine manipulations and lifts? That means, without my noticing, he simultaneously manipulated the six silver needles, each needle being manipulated and lifted nine times, adjusting the depth of the needles in the acupoints nine times.

How is this possible?

Even with both hands, it couldn't be this fast?

Moreover, using both hands to insert needles, considering the varying force required for each acupoint, would greatly increase the difficulty, making it much harder than using one hand.

It's like drawing a circle with one hand and a square with the other, the difficulty increasing exponentially.

Upon closer observation, Li Yide was even more shocked. Feng Jueyu was indeed using both hands to insert the needles. Most terrifyingly, from start to finish, he felt no discomfort at all. Instead, he felt warm all over, as if two warm currents were pushing out two clumps of foul air from his lungs, then dispersing and dissolving in his meridians, making his body increasingly comfortable.

Six needles, nine manipulations, a total of 54 needle manipulations completed in the blink of an eye, all successful without a single mistake.

Li Yide knew many famous doctors, including several of the most renowned imperial physicians in the world, hermits from the borderlands, and even the divine doctor Kong Qiao of the Shangguan family. But according to his knowledge, none of them could match the skill of Feng Jueyu.

Six needles inserted simultaneously, nine manipulations and lifts, truly a miraculous technique...

In just a short moment, Feng Jueyu became, in Li Yide's eyes, a rare and divine doctor, his admiration and reverence evident.

In fact, he didn't know that Feng Jueyu's Heavenly Needle technique was the culmination of 5,000 years of clinical practice in China, drawing on the experience of countless generations of pioneers, and improved by his master over more than 80 years. How could the backward medical techniques of the Tai Xuan continent compare?

Even in Feng Jueyu's previous life, this set of needle techniques was considered a mythical medical skill, a world-renowned divine technique that many experts and professors dreamed of their entire lives but rarely saw. For his condition, it was naturally a piece of cake.

This was also thanks to Feng Jueyu's more than twelve years of medical study and over ten years of medical practice.

Tuberculosis, an incurable disease in the Tai Xuan continent, was as easy for him as eating and drinking, with no difficulty at all.

Feng Jueyu, fully focused on the acupuncture, didn't notice the change in Li Yide's expression. He had used the Heavenly Needle technique thousands of times, each time successfully curing the patient. However, tuberculosis, a disease caused by long-term fatigue, couldn't be cured in a short time.

But during the acupuncture process, Feng Jueyu suddenly discovered that when he channeled a small amount of the Vitality Qi through the needles, this purest form of Vitality Qi from the universe actually accelerated the cleansing of Li Yide's chronic illness. The Vitality Qi was even more effective than miraculous medicines, which was truly amazing.

With this discovery, Feng Jueyu was delighted and excited. The first level of the Hongyuan Heavenly Canon's divine power rapidly circulated in his body, and under the control of the heart mantra, the Vitality Qi continuously overflowed from the needles.

In fact, he didn't know that this Vitality Qi originated from the primordial chaos before the universe, far surpassing ordinary Vitality Qi. Even a tiny bit could regenerate and rejuvenate, making Li Yide's chronic illness insignificant.

However, Feng Jueyu also discovered that this Vitality Qi was extremely precious. Even with the Hongyuan Qi in his body, he couldn't use it casually. He had to rely on the Hongyuan Heavenly Canon's technique to split the Hongyuan Qi into two parts, the Vitality Qi and the Death Qi, to use it.

But Feng Jueyu was still very happy and excited. Normally, curing tuberculosis would take at least half a month, even with his high skill. Now, in just a short time, Li Yide's face was already flushed, looking much younger. Judging by the improvement in his condition, the illness could be completely cured in at most seven days.

Observing Li Yide closely, Feng Jueyu saw a light gray mist rising from his head, and he couldn't help but feel elated. The Hongyuan Heavenly Canon was indeed extraordinary. The Vitality Qi, which he had developed, must be the legendary power of life. It was amazing. With the Vitality Qi, he could do anything, and all the difficult and complex diseases in the world would be easy to cure. This was truly incredible.

Feng Jueyu was increasingly delighted. At this moment, Li Yide was sweating profusely, which greatly alarmed Feng Jueyu.

Li Yide was not like Feng Jueyu, whose body could withstand the vast Vitality Qi. But Li Yide couldn't, as it was like two different water jars, one as vast as the universe and the other as small as a wine bottle. Too much could not only fail to cure the disease but also pose a risk to his life.

Fortunately, Feng Jueyu noticed early and promptly withdrew the six silver needles. He then inserted a few more needles into Li Yide's major acupoints to ensure that no hidden yin qi remained in the meridians before withdrawing his hand.

At this moment, he was drenched in sweat, not because the acupuncture technique was tiring, but because it was his first time using the Vitality Qi to treat a disease, and it was hard to control the amount and force. He was a bit tired from accidentally outputting too much.

Tong'er had already prepared a warm, damp towel and was waiting. Although she had only reached the level of identifying acupoints in acupuncture, she often watched her grandfather treat patients. Seeing the dark clouds on his face dissipate, she knew that Feng Jueyu's treatment was effective, and her heart was filled with gratitude. Her face was flushed with joy and shyness as she walked over and handed him the towel, then rushed to Li Yide.

"Grandpa, how do you feel?" Tong'er was still a bit anxious. The improvement in his appearance was evident, but the actual condition could only be known by the two of them.

Although the acupuncture session was not long, Li Yide felt a sense of rebirth after it ended. His eyes were filled with gratitude towards Feng Jueyu, and he felt he could never repay him.

Gently stroking Tong'er's head, Li Yide was moved to tears, tears streaming down his cheeks. He said emotionally and kindly, "It's fine, it's fine. Grandpa is much better."

As he spoke, Li Yide stood up, straightened his tattered robe, and respectfully bowed 90 degrees to Feng Jueyu.

"Sir, your skill and benevolence are remarkable, and I am deeply grateful. Please accept my bow..."

Tong'er also bowed, and the two of them, who had relied on each other for many years, had a deep bond that was hard to sever. Now that Li Yide's condition had improved, they naturally regarded Feng Jueyu as their savior.

At this moment, Feng Jueyu's status in Tong'er's eyes had risen even higher, her eyes filled with admiration and respect.

Feng Jueyu did not stop them, allowing the two to bow. Saving a life, he deserved this bow. He also understood that if he didn't let them bow, they might carry a sense of guilt that could affect Li Yide's recovery.

After they bowed, Feng Jueyu waved his hand and sat down again. Tong'er quickly went to refill the tea, serving him with great care.

After the two of them thanked him, Feng Jueyu said, "No need for formalities. Do you remember the promise you made earlier?"

At this moment, Li Yide recalled that Feng Jueyu had mentioned not just one condition but another: he could help him keep the "Jishi Fang."

But now, the Jishi Fang was no longer important to Li Yide. Being alive was enough; what more could he ask for?

However, he could not disobey his benefactor's request.

Li Yide clasped his fists and said, "I will do as you command." Tong'er nodded vigorously beside him.

Feng Jueyu observed them carefully. When he mentioned money, there was no significant change in their expressions, only a slight increase in happiness. This showed that they were kind-hearted and valued righteousness over wealth, making them trustworthy.

In fact, Feng Jueyu had already planned to develop his own business in the Tai Xuan continent. After all, money was indispensable in any realm, whether for food, entertainment, or cultivation, which required a large amount of money.

The twenty taels of silver he received monthly from the Shangguan family were far from enough.

Thus, when he heard that the Jishi Fang was about to close, the seed of his plan began to sprout.

Feng Jueyu looked at the two of them and asked, "Can you tell me why the Jishi Fang is planning to close?"

Li Yide and Tong'er's expressions darkened, as if a painful memory had been triggered, and they began to recount their story...

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PS: Update, three chapters today. Picking up the pen again feels different, hoping to write better.

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