The Young Urban Doctor
Chapter 1050 - Chapter 1050 Chapter 1050 Each with Their Own Thoughts

Chapter 1050: Chapter 1050: Each with Their Own Thoughts Chapter 1050: Chapter 1050: Each with Their Own Thoughts He Yan hailed from the Sichuan Region, but he had some understanding of Yanjing’s conditions.

He had heard several friends talk about the major families of Yanjing.

He found these matters quite interesting and had even analyzed which family might rise a level higher or, to put it another way, step on the others to gain more glory.

Although his information was not sufficient to determine the complete or even partial truth of situations, subconsciously, he felt the Ling Family and the Fang Family were more likely to stand out. That was because these families were more united, and their descendants were often placed in significant positions under other powerful leaders.

More importantly, both families had one or several exceptional old men still alive.

In a major family, having an elder is like possessing a treasure; this is an unbreakable rule of gold and jade.

Although He Yan worked in traditional medicine, he took an interest in factual matters and even held nominal positions in some departments. Being non-partisan, his career would not go very far, and he mostly held vice positions in his local area, but his rank was not low. Therefore, he took quite an interest in the affairs of officialdom.

Ling Zhengping’s appointment was public, so He Yan knew about it.

He didn’t believe it was a coincidence that Luo Ziling stirred up trouble in Yangcheng when Ling Zhengping happened to take up a post in Yue Province.

Hence, when he heard Dong Qichang say that Luo Ziling was the grandson of the Ling Family, he had a moment of sudden realization.

His impression of Luo Ziling changed a bit.

If what Dong Qichang said was true, the capable and decisive Luo Ziling would certainly have opportunities to soar high in the future.

The starting point for a member of the Ling Family was far higher than that of an ordinary person. Many people struggle their entire lives and might not even reach the starting level of a Ling Family member.

This realization also lessened his dislike for Luo Ziling.

He Yan decided that once the meeting officially concluded, he would chat with Luo Ziling in person to investigate and confirm some things, thereby resolving some of his doubts.

Cheng Bushi was a bit older, but he was not detached from worldly matters. Being in his fifties did not dampen his interest in these worldly affairs; otherwise, he wouldn’t have stepped forward to challenge a younger person like Luo Ziling.

Truly tranquil people would not come forward to compete with youngsters like Luo Ziling.

Dong Qichang’s words also stirred something in him. If Luo Ziling really was the grandson of the Ling Family, seeking to become his disciple and using Luo Ziling to elevate the status of the Cheng Family would not be a shameful act.

After Dong Qichang spoke about Luo Ziling being the grandson of the Ling Family, both He Yan and Cheng Bushi’s thoughts shifted.

The two held their own thoughts and said little more.

Dong Qichang knew what they were thinking but didn’t say much either, and the three of them dispersed.

After leaving, He Yan went straight to Wu Sanming to inquire about Luo Ziling.

He felt that Wu Sanming would definitely know some related information about Luo Ziling, and he could probe for a lot from Wu Sanming, provided that Wu Sanming was willing to speak.

It was as though Wu Sanming anticipated He Yan’s visit. When his secretary mentioned that He Yan asked for a meeting, he immediately let him in and said something profound: “This old man has been waiting for Mr. He for quite some time.”

The comment made He Yan rather uncomfortable.

But he did not hesitate and immediately asked about Luo Ziling, “Teacher Wu, I want to know, what kind of person is Luo Ziling? I think, he’s not just as simple as being the grandson of Elder Luo Liansheng, right? Just now, I heard Qichang say he is from Yanjing’s Ling Family?”

“His mother’s surname is Ling,” Wu Sanming did not hide anything and disclosed some details about Luo Ziling: “Her mother and the newly appointed Ling Zhengping are siblings.”

Although he had anticipated this, He Yan was still surprised to get confirmation from Wu Sanming.

He wisely didn’t ask for further details, exchanged a few pleasantries, and then left.

After He Yan departed, Cheng Bushi also came to visit Wu Sanming, asking similar questions.

He received the answers he sought from Wu Sanming and walked away with a lot on his mind.

After Cheng Bushi left, Wang Xuyun went to see Wu Sanming.

As soon as he sat down, Wang Xuyun directly asked, “Teacher Wu, did they all come to probe you for information?”

“I don’t know whether revealing this matter is good or bad; I hope Sir Luo won’t blame me,” Wu Sanming said with a wry smile.

“I genuinely want to learn Taiyi Divine Needle acupuncture skill. Since Elder Luo is unwilling to teach me, I can only settle for less and learn from Luo Ziling,” said Wang Xuyun with a wry smile: “I played along with you this time, I hope it doesn’t make me annoying to others.”

“Many things are crystal clear to us, but as long they aren’t spoken out loud, no faces will be torn,” Wu Sanming chuckled, then said to Wang Xuyun, “The four of you need to discuss how you will approach Luo Ziling to learn the acupuncture skill. I think he will return to Yanjing after the conference. Are you all going to Yanjing?”

“I’ll have to check with the other three,” Wang Xuyun answered, “I will let Teacher Wu know later.”

Then he quickly asked, “Teacher Wu, is it true that Luo Ziling defeated Gu Jian’an in acupuncture skill and won the acupuncture bronze man?”

“Absolutely true,” Wu Sanming was very certain, “Gu Jian’an boasted he was the world’s best in acupuncture, yet he was miserably defeated by Luo Ziling, losing an heirloom the Gu Family had cherished for centuries. He must be furious. Such an incident wouldn’t be revealed by the Gu Family, and Luo Ziling certainly wouldn’t promote it widely. Not many people know this.”

“Just for the acupuncture bronze man and defeating Gu Jian’an, becoming his disciple is not wronged,” laughed Wang Xuyun self-deprecatingly.

“Having the acupuncture bronze man and the ability to defeat Gu Jian’an in acupuncture skill, it is indeed worth it for you to become his disciples,” Wu Sanming unapologetically rubbed salt in Wang Xuyun’s wound but quickly relayed another piece of information, “The Luo Family also has many treasured medicinal formulas, created together by Sir Luo and Luo Ziling. If you can acquire one or two, the benefits are endless.”

Wang Xuyun nodded, “In fact, just for defeating Gu Jian’an, it is already honorable for those who practice acupuncture to become his disciples. After all, back in the day, Gu Jian’an defeated all of us, earning the reputation of being the world’s best in acupuncture.”

“Gu Jian’an defeated you, the acupuncture experts, and publicly claimed to be the world number one in acupuncture. His defeat at Luo Ziling’s hands wasn’t widely publicized, nor did he use it for more benefit. That he didn’t make any special display after defeating you shows he has a much greater capacity than Gu Jian’an,” Wu Sanming said meaningfully, “It’s not about the age when it comes to ambition, I hope you can work with him to revitalize traditional medicine and enable its rebirth.”

“Is this Elder Luo’s purpose?”

“Exactly!”