eurekapd Chapter 1007 Xu Jiezi's Master
Chapter 1007 Xu Jiezi's Master
Just then, at the back of the crowd, Ma Zhong was directing his men to escort the calf.
I glanced up unintentionally and caught a glimpse of the conspicuous white figure at the bow of the ship.
He paused for a moment, then slapped his forehead and suddenly realized, "Isn't that old man the old gentleman from the Guigu School that Marshal He mentioned in his letter?"
The adjutant beside him looked over upon hearing this, examined the man carefully, and nodded in confirmation: "My lord, judging from his attire and age, he should be that Mr. Xu Jiezi."
Ma Zhong slapped his thigh: "I almost forgot about that! The commander specifically instructed me to come and pick him up, but I was so busy looking after the cattle..."
"Let's go, let's hurry up, don't let them feel like we're neglecting them!"
After saying this, Ma Zhong led a few of his personal guards, pushed through the crowd, and hurried toward Xu Jiezi.
At this moment, Xu Jiezi was still standing at the bow of the ship, looking somewhat lonely.
Ma Zhong approached Xu Jiezi and said apologetically, "This humble general, Ma Zhong, has come to greet you on the orders of Commander Yang."
"Please forgive me, sir. I really didn't expect you to arrive at the same time as this cattle-carrying boat. I was momentarily negligent in my duties."
At this moment, Xu Jiezi had no interest in such formalities; his curiosity had already overwhelmed everything else.
He waved his hand, his gaze still following the distant herd of cattle, and couldn't help but ask, "General Ma, I've noticed that your soldiers seem to cherish their cattle quite a bit. Is there a reason for this?"
Upon hearing this, Ma Zhong smiled and said, "Sir, you may not know this, but these are no ordinary cattle. They are the 'good remedy' used by the soldiers and civilians of Qiongzhou to resist the plague!"
"A good remedy?" Xu Jiezi was even more puzzled, his brows furrowing. "What kind of plague is on the island that requires cattle to cure it?"
"Sir, you don't know?"
"I came in a hurry and only know that there is a major epidemic, but I do not know the specific symptoms."
"It's smallpox."
"Smallpox?!" Xu Jiezi's expression changed drastically; he was well aware of the ominous reputation of this disease.
But then, he connected 'smallpox' with 'cow', a flash of inspiration struck him, and his expression changed drastically.
An unbelievable thought popped into his head, and he couldn't help but blurt out: "Could it be that you are using the 'vaccination' method?!"
Upon hearing this, Ma Zhong's expression changed drastically.
He took a half step back, his hand unconsciously resting on the hilt of his waist knife, staring intently at Xu Jiezi: "Sir! This method is a secret technique created exclusively by the Medical Academy, perfected by Dean Hua, and has never been passed on to outsiders! How did you learn the name of this technique?!"
However, at this moment, Xu Jiezi's mind was already overwhelmed by Ma Zhong's words, and his mind was in turmoil.
His master was the undisputed number one figure in the entire Guigu School, second only to the founder Guiguzi.
More importantly, the master's knowledge and thoughts are completely independent, derived from any doctrine, as if they appeared out of thin air in the world. There is no similar system in this world.
And now, he found himself here with a treatment method exactly the same as the one in his master's medical system.
The shock they felt was unimaginable.
He immediately bowed deeply to Ma Zhong, his tone urgent, completely devoid of his previous calm and aloof demeanor:
"General Ma, this matter is of utmost importance to me. Please take me to see Commander Yang immediately. I have something extremely urgent to discuss with him."
Seeing that his expression did not seem to be feigning, Ma Zhong relaxed his guard slightly, but still shook his head and said, "If you want to ask about this smallpox issue, you have asked the wrong person, Commander Yang."
"All matters related to this method are under the full control of the Imperial Medical Academy's Director Hua. The Commander-in-Chief is only responsible for military affairs and coordination, and knows nothing about the specific medical principles."
"Divine Physician Hua?" Xu Jiezi immediately seized the key point. "Then this old man will request an audience with Divine Physician Hua. Please, General, introduce me!"
Seeing his insistence, Ma Zhong recalled that He Conglong's letter mentioned that this person had a special identity and that His Majesty had also paid attention to him.
Without saying anything more, he nodded and said, "Alright, Dean Hua should be at the Medical Office right now. Please come with me, sir."
Ma Zhong led the anxious Xu Jiezi, hurrying towards the medical office.
Upon arriving at the outskirts of the medical office, they saw Hua Chang'an directing the medical officers to lead the newly arrived calves into the enclosure.
Ma Zhonggang was about to introduce, "Envoy Hua, this is......"
Hua Chang'an didn't turn his head, his gaze still fixed on the cow, but he raised his hand to interrupt Ma Zhong: "I don't care who he is, was he vaccinated against smallpox?"
He then turned his head and glanced at Xu Jiezi's spotless white robe.
Ma Zhong quickly replied, "Uh... not yet. This gentleman just got off the ship, so I brought him here."
Hua Chang'an's expression remained unchanged upon hearing this. He immediately pointed to the tent beside him and said to Xu Jiezi:
"Then go get vaccinated against smallpox first. Those who have not been vaccinated against smallpox are strictly prohibited from entering the medical facility."
Seeing this, Ma Zhong was about to explain a few more words for Xu Jiezi when Xu Jiezi himself raised his hand to stop him.
“It’s alright.” Xu Jiezi said calmly, his eyes burning. “Now that I’ve come here, I will naturally abide by the rules and follow the arrangements of the Hua Academy.”
He stepped forward, coming directly to Hua Chang'an, ignoring the cattle emitting the smell of livestock beside him: "Esteemed doctor, may I ask how exactly this cowpox vaccination is performed?"
Seeing that he was so cooperative and did not have the arrogance often associated with reclusive masters, Hua Chang'an couldn't help but feel more favorably disposed towards him.
I secretly admire him: He truly is a wise and discerning person, even His Majesty appreciates him.
His expression softened considerably. He picked up the tools that had been prepared beforehand and gestured, "Since you are willing to cooperate, please roll up your left sleeve and expose the outside of your upper arm."
Upon hearing this, Xu Jiezi's heart skipped a beat.
That's right! The steps are exactly the same as the ones Master described back then, and the location of the connection point on the arm is exactly the same!
Without hesitation, he rolled up his white sleeves as instructed, revealing an arm that, though aged, still had firm skin.
Hua Chang'an took a piece of cotton cloth, soaked it in alcohol, and wiped the skin on his upper arm.
The cool touch startled Xu Jiezi again: "Although the cleansing technique is different from the medicine used by my sect, the principle is the same."
Immediately afterwards, Hua Chang'an picked up the thin blade and walked towards Xu Jiezi.
Xu Jiezi almost held his breath, his eyes fixed on Hua Chang'an's movements.
really!
Hua Chang'an skillfully made a tiny cross-shaped mark on the skin of his arm, only a few millimeters long and just the right depth.
Xu Jiezi inwardly exclaimed, "This is exactly what my master emphasized!"
Then, Hua Chang'an turned around and walked to the sick cow next to him, scraping off a small amount of fluid with a silver needle.
Seeing this, Xu Jiezi felt a surge of electricity run from the top of his head to the soles of his feet, and the hairs on his body stood on end!
Exactly the same! Exactly the same method as the master described!
He froze on the spot, his mind blank.
This is strange. What is going on? Could this person be the reincarnation of my master?