Wan Jie Hospice Care Company

Chapter 97 Those Who Achieve Great Things

When that eerie blue-and-white glaze completely covered Wei Shao'er's swollen belly, the blood that had been gushing out like a burst dam was actually forcibly sealed under the porcelain shell.

Upon seeing the almost miraculous scene, Chen Zhang was immediately awestruck.

Chen Zhang approached the bed, his hand hovering in the air, wanting to touch her but not daring to. He carefully observed Wei Shao'er's face and found that her breathing had begun to stabilize. Although she still looked somewhat weak and her face was still as pale as paper, the aura of impending death had dissipated.

His life was saved for the time being.

"Master Alchemist, please accept my bow!" Master Chen was overjoyed and burst into tears, bowing deeply.

Xiang Yu grabbed Chen Zhang to stop him from kneeling, and then said, "Young Marquis, you are too kind. It is our duty as Yin Yang practitioners to help people avoid disasters and prolong their lives."

In this era that revered etiquette and law, would the brother of a marquis, no matter how deeply he loved a woman, love her to such an extent that he was almost insane and even completely lost his dignity?

Could it be that this young lady Wei really used some kind of bewitching magic that could cloud her mind? But if she really had such means, why did she choose the most foolish way—direct robbery—in the restaurant that night?

If we take a softer approach—although Xiang Yu thinks he probably still doesn't know how to refine pills, at least the situation won't be so awkward.

Overall, the result was good.

Xu Yunhan, who was standing to the side, stared wide-eyed at the scene. She never expected that the alchemist would save people not by refining pills, but by using such a strange method.

I have a feeling that this gentleman's methods are more like those of a demon than a human.

Xiang Yu turned and walked out of the room. Almost immediately after he stepped out the door, all the female servants and relatives surrounding the bedroom rushed forward, completely surrounding him. From the crowd, Chen Zhong pushed his way to Xiang Yu and asked, "How is the alchemist?"

"It has extended her life somewhat," Xiang Yu said truthfully after a moment's thought. "But to cure her completely, we'll probably need to find someone more skilled. I've only temporarily stabilized the violent effects of the medicine in her body; it's only a temporary fix."

"Really?" Chen Zhong looked incredulous, then called his servants to go to the bedroom to see for themselves.

When everyone saw Chen Zhang cheering and Wei Shao'er breathing steadily and no longer bleeding, they were all shocked.

"What kind of elixir is this? It can actually turn a person into a white tile?"

Have you seen it? I haven't.

"Is this the magic of the Yin-Yang School? It's so malevolent."

"This is incredible! There are more and more extraordinary people in Chang'an! Alas, this is going to cause chaos!"

It seems that porcelain was not invented in the Western Han Dynasty. Looking at the reflective white substance, the group could only describe it using concepts they could understand, thinking it must be some kind of special tile material.

Everyone who witnessed Xiang Yu's actions felt it was nothing short of a miracle. However, at the same time, some of the older servants began to whisper amongst themselves, their eyes filled with hidden worry. The more skilled individuals there were in Chang'an, the greater the events that were about to unfold in the city.

The city is about to change.

Xiang Yu stood with his hands behind his back, looking at the group of people. Then, he lowered his voice and asked Chen Zhong, "May I ask if Lord Chen has any information about that young lady Wei? Although it is somewhat impolite to inquire about this matter, I always feel that her purpose in coming to the Chen residence is not pure."

Chen Zhong was taken aback, then shook his head and sighed. He seemed to have been touched on a sensitive point by Xiang Yu's words, and then said helplessly, "Please come with me, both of you."

Under the intense gazes of the crowd, the three left the dormitory, walked through a long corridor paved with bluestone slabs, and arrived at a secluded courtyard. Several old locust trees stood in the courtyard, their leaves rustling in the night breeze.

"Please come in, everyone." Chen Zhong pushed open a wooden door and gestured for the two to enter.

Upon entering, Xiang Yu discovered it was a study. However, this study far exceeded the typical size of a study; it was more like a small library than a study.

Countless bamboo slips were neatly stacked on the wooden bookshelf, along with some cloth and silk scrolls. Although fewer in number, they all appeared to be valuable items.

The air was filled with a faint scent of bamboo and wood, mixed with the smell of ink.

"Please have a seat, both of you."

Chen Zhong took the lead and knelt down on the mat in the center of the study. Xiang Yu also walked to the cushion next to him, but he always felt that kneeling was too uncomfortable. Not only did his knees hurt, but his legs also went numb after a while. So he simply sat down cross-legged, as casually as if he were in his own living room.

Xu Yunhan knelt respectfully beside Xiang Yu. This was her first time in a noble place like the Marquis's mansion, and she became much more reserved in her words and actions, appearing very obedient, even her breathing became lighter.

Chen Zhong looked at Xiang Yu's indifferent attitude towards wealth and honor and couldn't help but marvel at him. You see, when many people first enter the Marquis's mansion, they are often unconsciously humbled and speak cautiously when they see the magnificent buildings and luxurious decorations.

He recalled a story recorded in history: When Jing Ke attempted to assassinate the King of Qin, Qin Wuyang, who had been fearless and daring to kill in his youth, trembled and dared not raise his head when facing the Qin palace. Only Jing Ke remained calm and composed, as if nothing had happened.

Although the Marquis's residence was far inferior to the imperial palace, the young alchemist remained calm and composed. Logically, since this alchemist was not a native of Chang'an, he should have never seen such a luxurious building. In other words, he was able to suppress his emotional fluctuations through his self-cultivation—his heart pounding while his face remained as still as a lake.

This young man is destined for great things.

Chen Zhong secretly praised Xiang Yu.

Xiang Yu looked at Chen Zhang, who was suddenly grinning foolishly, somewhat bewildered. "Say what you want to say, what are you laughing at?"

It is said that this Marquis's mansion is rather shabby. When he went to the Summer Palace years ago, he walked for several hours under the scorching sun. The flower beds and long corridors there were many times more magnificent than this Marquis's mansion.

Modern life is so convenient; you only need to pay a 50 yuan entrance fee to visit the most luxurious ancient gardens.

"Ahem, Alchemist, I actually share your feeling that young Master Wei's motives are probably not pure." Chen Zhong sighed. "I was only recently transferred back from the Northern Military Region with General Li Guang, and upon returning home, I discovered that my younger brother had found a female companion—"

They even got married without my consent.

"This is outrageous! I was just about to scold him when he, who is usually so timid, actually dared to talk back—this good-for-nothing usually just listens to me yelling at him with his head down."

"Such a change couldn't have happened without a reason; it must be because of that woman."

Chen Zhong said this.

"Yes, we have the same feeling. So may I ask if Your Excellency has any clues?" Xiang Yu then asked.

"Sir, you may not know this, but the path of cultivation that young Wei is quite perilous, unlike the lineage of the Hundred Schools of Thought. His master is probably not from the Han Dynasty." Chen Zhong hesitated for a moment, "I see that your cultivation is not bad. If you can help me find out the origin of this person and let my brother be prepared, Chen Zhong will definitely reward you handsomely."