Merchant and doctor

Chapter 2024 External Affairs
Forgetting about eating, Chu Fang pondered for a moment and then asked in surprise, "I'm very curious, if Doctor Bian were to treat the patient, how exactly would the treatment information be delivered directly to the critically ill area? If it doesn't involve any secret industry formulas, please enlighten me."

"Look how polite you are. There's a principle in the specific operation: open treatment! Open treatment means replacing some effective information inside and outside the information field. For example, since the old man is deliberately being secretive, we'll perform an open drainage procedure, a traditional Chinese surgical treatment. In traditional Chinese medicine, we don't generally require a completely sterile environment for surgery, but one rule is to perform the procedure in sunlight whenever possible. That is, we'll choose a time when the sun is high at midday. This way, at least three important magnetic field information are transmitted in reverse. In addition, I will apply our self-developed 'detoxifying ointment' to..." Above the medicinal fragrance was a kind of traditional Chinese medicine similar to incense sticks. This fragrance was specially formulated for the old man, containing targeted ingredients such as those that tonify Yang, astringe Yin, and expel pathogens. Compared with traditional Chinese medicine practices, this fragrance had absolutely no existing experience to rely on; it was 100% new medicine! It transmitted therapeutic information such as stopping toxins, strengthening the body's resistance, expelling pathogens, and detoxifying, directly reaching the affected area. Theoretically, barring any unforeseen circumstances, fresh, healthy blood should be seen within 7 hours! Without the slightest hesitation, Bian Mu revealed a part of the treatment plan he had already designed.

"No wonder several of my colleagues in the TCM department have privately said that you uphold a new kind of TCM theory. Today I finally understood part of it. You can actually apply information field theory so flexibly. Amazing! I admire you!"

"You're too kind! The information transmission we're talking about actually originates from ancient military espionage, which has some overlap with the information field theory under the macrocosmic physics you mentioned. In some aspects, it's just that the terms are similar and overlap. Strictly speaking, the underlying logic is quite different, so it can't be considered a single system! To give a similar example, the energy interaction mentioned by our 'numerical medicine' school and the energy exchange in the universe in physics are two different concepts. Of course, there is some overlap in the definitions."

Wow! That's so professional! I've learned a lot!

They chatted and laughed for a while. Since they were both very busy people and had already discussed the main topics, they quickly finished their meal. Bian Mu gestured to a waiter to pay the bill, and for the first time, he treated everyone.

Chu Fang made no attempt to refuse, and sat there gracefully drinking the soup beside her.

Afterwards, Bian Mu drove Chu Fang back to her residential community. As Chu Fang slowly left, Bian Mu noticed that the community where Dr. Chu lived was quite upscale.

……

Xiao Lan was introduced by Lao Hou. Liang Xiangyin was quite satisfied with this assistant nurse by his side. She could complete the tasks assigned to her excellently. Last time, when the man who was wielding a knife to attack Liang Lao suddenly launched an attack, in her panic, Xiao Lan did not choose to dodge in time. Instead, she was about to rush forward to stop him. However, she never dreamed that the usually taciturn Liang Lao would have such superb skills. In the blink of an eye, he disarmed the man, countered, and completely subdued him... It was all done in one go, as fast as lightning.

Afterwards, everyone praised Nurse Xiaolan for being really brave!
The matter of jointly investigating the secret formula had long been put aside by Bian Mu, and Lao Hou rarely came anymore. If nothing unexpected happened, the matter might just be dropped.

Feeling somewhat guilty about unilaterally withdrawing from the previously agreed cooperation plan, Bian Mu specially gave Nurse Xiao Lan two holiday gifts, stating that she would pass the other one on to Lao Hou.

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That noon, the sky cleared up, and Bian Mu was just about to invite Dr. Gong and Painter Fang out for a quick bite and some sunshine. She had just finished tidying up her white coat when she looked up and saw Old Hou standing at the door of the clinic, smiling and looking in her direction!
"Oh! It's been a while! Please come in and sit for a while. I'll go upstairs and say hello to my colleagues." As she spoke, Bian Mu went upstairs and chatted with Dr. Gong and Painter Fang for a few minutes. Dr. Gong had made plans to go shopping with his fellow villagers, and Painter Fang had gone home to have dinner with his son. It was just as well, everyone was at their own convenience.

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"Sai Shang Ren Jia," Lao Hou insisted on treating everyone. The lamb chop dish was a Northwest specialty. Bian Mu sat opposite him. Lao Hou said that the lamb at this restaurant was delivered by him early in the morning, and it was absolutely authentic.

"I've started dating someone, could you take a look at her for me sometime?" Old Hou suddenly blurted out.

"Just kidding! It's not my place to talk about this kind of thing! Local? Congratulations, congratulations!" Bian Mu replied with a smile.

"Hmm! She's from the south of the city, she owns her own fashion shop, kind of handmade custom-made! She seems quite pleasing to the eye. Anyway, so far, she hasn't shown any disdain for my family's poverty. You're an expert in physiognomy and bone structure, can you help me see if she's a decent person..." "Sure! A high-end designer! Meeting her is fine, but it's definitely not about appraising her. This is the AI ​​era, some ideas need to change. You choose the place, it's on me!" Bian Mu replied with a smile.

"What high-end designer? Just a tailor! He's got some skill, can handle Western fashion, works hard all day long... If you don't mind me rambling, there's something I want to say... After thinking it over, I figured I'd better ask him to put my mind at ease..."

"We're all on the same side, so speak your mind!"

"Those two outstanding disciples of Situ Jianqing... are they really alright now?!" Old Hou seemed a little embarrassed as he said this.

Rice has always been very expensive in Lijin City. For an ordinary man like me, getting married is really a huge financial burden. Old Hou is still not giving up. If there is any chance, he still wants to take the opportunity to make some money to buy a house and start a family as soon as possible.

"Hehe... Since ancient times, there has been a legend that besides the *Huangdi Neijing* (Yellow Emperor's Inner Classic), there is another book called the *Yanwei Waijing* (Yan and Wei Outer Classic), also known as the *Huangdi Waijing*. It is said to be a medical compilation based on the daily conversations of the three ancient sages, Yandi, Weixuan, and Huangdi, regarding medical and divination techniques. Its main content is divided into three parts: 'Incantation,' 'Longevity,' and 'Immortality.' According to the old customs, theoretically speaking, the venerable Situ Jianqing followed the 'Outer Gate Yingwei' school of thought. Following the traditional Chinese medicine transmission methods, Elder Liang and Sima Kui..." There must be an old formula, but as for its current medicinal value, even these two seniors weren't sure. So... even now, Elder Liang and Sima Kui still haven't said a word, presumably because they still don't think much of the 'detoxifying ointment.' My suggestion is to wait and see! These things... if the timing isn't right, no matter who jumps out first, it won't work! In the end, it's a low-probability, highly 'coupling' collaborative project, and no one can completely control the general direction of this matter. Can you accept what I'm saying?" Bian Mu told the truth.

Upon hearing this, Old Hou's eyes immediately lit up.

"What else is there to say! I'll do whatever you say! I thought this matter was just quietly dropped... Turns out... you're really something!"

The restaurant owner is a regular customer of Lao Hou's, and he came over to serve the dishes himself. Hmm... the mutton was really fresh, and the tiger whisker herbs were used particularly well; you could smell them from a long distance.

After exchanging a few polite words, the shop owner went back to the bar to continue managing his business, while the two ate and chatted.

"Around the 10th century AD, Zhuyouke was a legitimate medical specialty established by state-run medical institutions. It must be quite different from feudal superstition. Therefore, we can infer that Situ Jianqing definitely has something real that can influence people. Be patient. If all else fails, rent a house and get married first. Give your future sister-in-law 30% of the money for the house in advance to put her mind at ease."

"Hey! That's a good idea. I'll think about how to talk to her about it later..."

"Hehe... Any rumors about the descendants of that senior brother surnamed Cao?" Bian Mu asked casually.

“I’ve been keeping an eye on it. Most of their descendants have changed careers and gone into other businesses. Currently… there’s only one granddaughter working for the Lei family at ‘Juzhentang’. She’s in her early thirties, has been married for a few years, and just had her second child. She’s currently at home taking care of the baby! She only receives a small living allowance from the pharmacy; most of her salary is gone.”

"Oh! He's the only one left?"

"Yes, the other children either sell cars, or work on farms. One of them works in a neighboring province growing ginseng. He has some skills and is the kind of technical consultant who only uses his brain and doesn't do the work! The Cao family is relatively simple. This generation will probably just fade into obscurity!" Old Hou seemed to know everything and replied solemnly for a long time.

Hearing this, Bian Mu put down the sheep bone in his hand, a thoughtful look appearing on his face. The Lei family's century-old pharmacy?! Is there some other connection here?!