Rebirth: The Time-locked Girl
Chapter 138 Unveiling Medical Skills, The Pinnacle Taoist Physician [2 Updates]

Chapter 138: 138 Unveiling Medical Skills, The Pinnacle Taoist Physician [2 Updates]

If it were Shenzhou of three hundred years ago, she would certainly have held it in higher regard, respected it a touch more.

But now?

Skills that could be lost were lost, even cultural relics were not well-protected. It had long ago been outstripped by the Northern Lands and the Starman Federal Empire, not to mention compared with the Global Center.

Madam Sai had never truly considered Shenzhou at all.

Let alone that Old Master Sai’s illness had already been seen by several world-renowned doctors, with no cure to be found, leaving nothing but to leave it to fate.

A young girl who didn’t even seem to be twenty years old, could she possibly have any methods?

Madam Sai’s words and eyes were full of mockery and disdain, which instantly ignited Xiang Lefeng’s rage. Just as he rolled up his sleeves to step forward, his shoulder was pressed down by a hand.

The force of this hand wasn’t great, yet it paradoxically stopped him from moving forward.

Xiang Lefeng turned his head in astonishment

"Now indeed it is not the same as three hundred years ago," Ye Wanlan said slowly. "Three hundred years ago, you were still paying tribute to the Ning Dynasty."

...

A moment of silence filled the splendid hall.

Madam Sai’s face turned instantly a ghastly shade of ashen, "Guards, seize her, this rude wretch! This is not Shenzhou, where one can be so impudent!"

The guards, receiving their orders, quickly stepped forward, eyeing Ye Wanlan with a cold gaze.

Ye Wanlan’s expression didn’t change; she simply rolled up her sleeves.

Having witnessed Ye Wanlan’s abilities firsthand, the middle-aged boss was startled and hurriedly spoke up, "Madam Sai, I stake my life as a guarantee that this visitor from Shenzhou is truly skilled. Please believe me, if she fails, you can take my life!"

But even as he said this, he had no confidence in his heart.

After all, Old Master Sai had been in a coma for a week, and aside from vital signs, he was barely distinguishable from the dead.

Several famously powerful healers on the Divine Doctor List of the Global Center couldn’t save Old Master Sai!

"Oh?" Madam Sai raised her hand, signaling the guards to stand down, and gazed at the middle-aged boss for a few seconds, "Miao Lun, is that you?"

"It’s me, it’s me, Madam Sai, you still remember me." Miao Lun bobbed his head and bent his back, "I’m also concerned about Old Master Sai’s illness, which is why I invited this guest from Shenzhou. Shenzhou is the birthplace of Taiyi Medical Skills, perhaps..."

Madam Sai looked coldly at Ye Wanlan, then suddenly laughed, "Fine, I will let you treat Old Master Sai, but you must sign a military order beforehand. If anything happens to Old Master Sai during your treatment..."

The guards once again stepped forward, bristling with killing intent.

"You will then have to pay the corresponding price," Madam Sai said with a curled smile. "Once you’ve entered the Sai Family’s domain, even if you are from the Xiang Family of Shenzhou, you will all stay behind!"

Hearing this statement, Xiang Lefeng’s anger intensified.

Yet seeing that neither Yan Tingfeng nor Ye Wanlan were emotionally shaken, he forcefully restrained himself.

"It’s possible," Ye Wanlan said calmly. "But if I manage to awaken Old Master Sai, from then on, you must only supply me with jade materials, and no other individuals or forces are permitted."

Madam Sai frowned, "You’re after jade materials? The Sai Family has many businesses; how could we possibly agree to your demand because of you—"

"Agreed!" a clear and melodious voice announced, "As long as you can save my grandfather, the Sai Family will promise you anything."

The person hadn’t arrived, but the voice had.

The next second, footstep sounds echoed as a handsome and youthful man quickly approached.

Miao Lun whispered an introduction to Ye Wanlan, "Madam, this is the Sai Family’s eldest grandson and the next Family Head, Sai Xiuya."

Ye Wanlan hummed in acknowledgment, "Does he have the final say in the Sai Family’s affairs?"

"It’s like that now," Miao Lun said. "The Family Head has been in a coma, and his father has passed away a few years ago, so he is now in charge."

Only then did Ye Wanlan lift her head and look toward Sai Xiuya, speaking indifferently, "Alright, since both parties have reached an understanding, let’s sign the agreement."

"No problem," Sai Xiuya said. "Housekeeper, prepare the ink and paper."

Madam Sai did not obstruct.

Because in her eyes, Old Master Sai was already beyond help.

Ye Wanlan carefully reviewed the agreement, and after confirming there were no mistakes, she signed her name.

"Miss Ye, is it?" Sai Xiuya’s lips bore a smile, "Then please stay at the Sai Family residence tonight, and treat my grandfather first thing tomorrow morning."

He also instructed his housekeeper, "Prepare guest rooms for Miss Ye and her friends, and make sure they receive the highest level of hospitality."

Immediately, a servant stepped forward to take Ye Wanlan and her companions to their quarters.

"When something abnormal happens, there must be a demon at work," Xiang Lefeng frowned slightly. "Why is the Sai Family’s heir so respectful to us?"

"His grandfather has been declared incurable by multiple doctors; he’s only waiting for death. At this point, no matter who comes, he’s willing to try," Yan Tingfeng said with a light cough and a soft chuckle. "Moreover, Miss Ye—"

"Moreover, I’ve signed an agreement with him, an agreement which is entirely beneficial to him," Ye Wanlan stated plainly. "If Old Master Sai awakens, then the Sai Family thrives; if Old Master Sai dies, that’s already expected, and they can even blame the incident on me to seek greater benefits."

Xiang Lefeng was startled, "Doesn’t that mean you’ve been used as a pawn?"

"Me, used as a pawn?" Ye Wanlan seemed to chuckle, "I’m quite looking forward to meeting someone in the world who could do that."

Otherwise, if everything went too smoothly, it would have been too boring.

"Xiang Lefeng, are you stupid?" Professor Xue also snapped out of it, "What you said about being used as a pawn is based on the premise that Old Master Sai won’t wake up. But what if he does?"

Xiang Lefeng’s expression froze, and he suddenly widened his eyes, looking incredulously at Ye Wanlan, "You... you understand medicine too?!"

"Yes." Professor Foo, as though waking from a dream, nudged Professor Xue’s waist with his elbow, "You guys, Wanlan, know how to heal?"

Professor Xue: "...Would you just shut up?"

"You really do have a good temper, though." Xiang Lefeng shook his head, "Just now, Madam Sai was so rude, and you weren’t even angry."

"My goal is the jade raw stone. After getting hold of the mine, we can talk about other matters," said Ye Wanlan, unruffled. "If I lack even this bit of tolerance, I would indeed be upset by everything."

She still remembered negotiating with the general of the Northern Lands, when his sword had even been poised at her throat.

Yet, when it concerned diplomatic relations between two countries, how could one act so impulsively?

Those who achieve great things must be patient above all.

Sai Xiuya had prepared an entire courtyard for them, which was indeed comfortable and peaceful.

"Here are Old Master Sai’s medical records provided by the Sai Family," Ye Wanlan placed the medical record book on the table, "Young Master Yan, what do you think?"

Yan Tingfeng looked down, "It seems like he has been cursed."

"Mhm," Ye Wanlan nodded, "It wasn’t an accident, but man-made. Purely using medical skills indeed won’t wake Old Master Sai."

"Are you suggesting that Old Master Sai has been affected by some sort of Art and Method?" Xiang Lefeng pondered, "The Arts and Methods of Wanta Country seem to originate from our Shenzhou as well."

"Treating the curse shouldn’t be too difficult, but it requires the right remedy," Ye Wanlan said. "I’ll know what to do once I see Old Master Sai tomorrow."

**

The next morning, Miao Lun came to visit quite early.

He brought several people with him, placing a few snake-skin bags on the ground.

With flattery, Miao Lun said, "My lord, these are the Jade Pieces I’ve gathered. Do you find any that you need?"

It had to be admitted, the locals of Wanta Country were extremely efficient.

Within these bags of jade, quite a few were indeed the Jade Pieces from Princess Jingan’s Gold Thread Jade Clothing.

Ye Wanlan spoke indifferently, "Well done."

"You’re too kind!" Miao Lun didn’t dare take credit, "As I said earlier, you just have to mention anything you need."

"You previously guaranteed in front of the Sai Family that I could revive Old Master Sai," Ye Wanlan suddenly turned her head, "you must also understand—if Old Master Sai indeed loses his life at my hands, your own life and fortune wouldn’t be secure."

Miao Lun forced a smile, "Ah, my lord, please don’t speak such words. Since I’ve brought you to the Sai Family, I’ve naturally tied my own fortunes to you."

"That’s clever, though just a little clever," Ye Wanlan stood up, "I hope you’ll no longer underestimate women in the future."

"Yes, yes, yes!" Miao Lun felt like slapping himself.

Half an hour later, Ye Wanlan entered Old Master Sai’s sickroom.

On the sickbed, Old Master Sai had his eyes tightly closed.

Ye Wanlan carefully examined Old Master Sai’s face and then tried his pulse.

Shenzhou Land Continent was brimming with talent, and the wisdom of the ancient ancestors remained unsurpassed to this day.

In addition to the Taiyi Divine Doctor, Shenzhou had another group of Healers—

Taoist Physicians.

Centered around the Tao from the "Tao Te Ching," supplemented with Taoist Arts, imbued with Taoism culture.

The Palace Master of Penglai Palace was a peak Taoist Physician.

Those whom the Taiyi Divine Doctor couldn’t save could still be pulled back from the brink of death by a Taoist Physician.

While the Taiyi Divine Doctor healed the body, the Taoist Physician healed the spirit and soul.

To become a Taoist Physician, one must first be versed in Taoist Arts.

Ye Wanlan took three Golden Needles from a long case and inserted them into three of Old Master Sai’s acupoints.

The three Golden Needles trembled slightly, and Old Master Sai’s body, as if gaining sensations, also shook slightly.

The next second, the comatose Old Master Sai suddenly vomited a large mouthful of blood, with his pale complexion actually becoming a bit rosier.

"Beep beep beep—"

Simultaneously, the monitoring equipment suddenly sounded a sharp alarm.

"Bang!"

At this moment, the door was kicked open.

"This woman from Shenzhou has maliciously attempted to murder my father," declared Madam Sai coldly, leading a group of guards, "Take her, and send her to the Execution Grounds!"