Wandering Sword Seller's Life in the Qin Dynasty

The Giant Sword is hailed as the supreme weapon under heaven, but this title is false; Ying Zheng is the true supreme ruler of the world.

Surprisingly, Ying Zheng was quite unpretentious when facing her.

Nian Duan knew, of course, that this was related to Xu Qing, and Mr. Xu's importance in her heart had risen once again.

She then began to carefully examine Ying Zheng's body.

There were no problems, of course. In fact, what surprised Nian Duan even more was that Ying Zheng's body was exceptionally strong, and he didn't even have any hidden ailments.

The skill level of the imperial physicians in the palace is simply too high!

This amazed Nian Duan.

Only through extremely meticulous conditioning can such a body be created.

While surprised, Nian Duan also shared the results of her examination.

Ying Zheng was very clear about his body. With the Longevity Sword in hand, the sword constantly infused his body with the vast vitality of heaven and earth, repairing the hidden ailments within him at all times, and keeping his mental state at its peak.

If there's a problem, then that's the biggest issue.

Of course, Ying Zheng couldn't really judge whether Nian Duan's medical skills were good or bad, since he wasn't a doctor himself.

But he still chose to believe Xu Qing.

He verbally praised Nian Duan's medical skills.

Immediately afterwards, He Nianduan brought up the matter he had previously discussed with Xu Qing: advancing medical reform.

To be fair, it wouldn't have mattered if Nian Duan and Duanmu Rong hadn't been involved.

Given the size of the Qin state, it might not be able to find physicians of the same caliber as Nian Duan or Duanmu Rong, but it would be easy to find quite a few physicians of the next rank.

Not to mention the imperial physicians in the palace; with just a word from Ying Zheng, reforms could be implemented from top to bottom.

However, since Xu Qing has introduced Nian Duan and Duanmu Rong, let them participate as well.

Ying Zheng was always impatient, and once he made up his mind about something, he would not tolerate any delay.

Just three days after meeting with Nian Duan and his disciples, he summoned the prime minister, the censor-in-chief, and other important officials, along with the imperial physicians, to Zhangtai Palace to discuss matters and draft detailed regulations for medical reform overnight.

The charter closely follows Xu Qing's previous statements, clearly defining the three core aspects of compiling medical books, training folk doctors, and promoting health knowledge. It even details the allocation of doctors in various counties and pavilions, as well as the time limit and division of labor for compiling medical books, leaving no room for ambiguity.

The following morning, Ying Zheng issued an imperial edict, ordering messengers to travel at full speed to all the prefectures and counties in the land, summoning renowned physicians from across the country, and requiring them all to enter Xianyang within one month to jointly undertake the grand project of compiling a medical book.

The imperial edict stated that this action was for the benefit of all people under heaven, and all those who answered the call would receive a salary and reward. Those who made contributions to the compilation of medical books would be granted official titles and honors.

The news caused a stir in Xianyang and throughout the country.

Some people, upon hearing that the First Emperor had summoned renowned physicians, were filled with awe and immediately packed their bags to rush to Xianyang; others were skeptical and watched from the sidelines; still others, moved by Ying Zheng's achievements in unifying the world and pacifying the people, were willing to come and serve him.

When news of this reached Xu Qing's residence, Nian Duan and Duanmu Rong were busy organizing their past medical experiences and prescriptions. Upon hearing that the imperial decree had been issued, both of them perked up.

Nian Duan couldn't help but feel a sense of emotion. Ying Zheng's courage and determination far exceeded her expectations. This vision of "healing the world" might indeed be possible.

Six-Fingered Black Knight and Jing Ke also heard about this. While chatting in the courtyard, Six-Fingered Black Knight couldn't help but sigh: "The First Emperor is indeed no ordinary man. He unified the written language and weights and measures, and now he wants to gather famous doctors to compile medical books. This move seems ordinary, but it is actually related to the people of the world. It is far more effective in stabilizing the people's hearts than war and bloodshed."

Jing Ke's expression was also complex. "This man certainly has great courage!"

Although Puyang fell to the Qin state in the past, after Qin unified the world, the measures taken by Qin to standardize writing, weights and measures were something that Jing Ke had to admit. Ying Zheng's vision and grand scale were beyond the reach of ordinary monarchs.

No wonder he was able to unify the world and become the First Emperor.

Neither the Six-Fingered Black Knight nor Jing Ke possessed medical knowledge, so they were naturally unable to participate in medical reform.

They stayed in Xianyang for a few more days before they had to leave temporarily.

The main purpose of this trip to Xianyang is to communicate with Xu Qing and express the Mohist school's attitude. Now that we have met with Ying Zheng and confirmed our stance, it is time to return to the Mohist school and discuss the specific situation with them.

So, the Six-Fingered Black Knight bid farewell to Xu Qing along with Jing Ke and left.

Before leaving, Six-Fingered Black Knight did not go to see Nian Duan.

Of course, Nian Duan also didn't really want to see Six-Fingered Black Knight.

After Ying Zheng issued the imperial edict, she and Duanmu Rong went to the medical office specially designated by Ying Zheng, where they worked with the imperial physicians who had been transferred there to participate in the compilation of medical books.

Although not all the renowned doctors from all over the world have arrived yet, we don't necessarily have to wait until they all come.

The compilation of medical books can begin in advance.

During this process, Nian Duan and Duanmu Rong's medical skills impressed many imperial physicians. For Nian Duan and Duanmu Rong, they also gained a lot, because during this time, they saw many rare medical books that were originally hidden in the royal families of various countries.

Chapter 380 Blood as the Medium, the Sword Spirit Appears!

The affairs of the Mohists and the medical practitioners have temporarily come to a close.

Of course, this does not mean that the matter has come to a complete end. It is just that neither the return of the Mohists to Qin nor the implementation of "medical reform" can be resolved in a short period of time. The so-called curtain falling is just that Xu Qing no longer has to participate in it.

In all these matters, he merely played the role of a guide.

Once the directions were given, there was nothing more for him to do.

He returned to the Yin-Yang School.

The Yin-Yang School remained tranquil, a stark contrast to the hustle and bustle of the outside world.

His return was not to handle the affairs of the Yin-Yang School.

Although he did become the leader of the Yin-Yang School, the Yin-Yang School under Xu Qing's rule was more based on Taoist thought. He practiced "governing by non-action." As the leader, he basically let go of most things and let the Moon Goddess, Star Soul, and Dong Jun handle them.

This trip back is just a visit; after all, with the fall of the Qi state, there are now more people here.

Honglian followed Xu Qing to the Yin Yang School, and now Xu Qing was preparing to go and see Honglian.

Years ago, he killed Donghuang Taiyi and became the new leader of the Yin-Yang School, inheriting all of his legacy. In the secret chamber, besides various Yin-Yang manuals and rare treasures, there was also a sealed sword—the Reverse Scale Sword.

That was Han Fei's sword when he was alive. Many years ago, when Xu Qing first met Han Fei and traveled with him, he was still a third-level swordsmith. He had secretly observed this sword and felt that it contained hidden secrets and had a strange spiritual charm flowing through it, but he could never fully understand its mystery.

Later, as times changed, the promise made to forge a sword exclusively for Han Fei ultimately came to nothing, and Han Fei himself died in the Qin state.

The sword, Ni Lin, fell into the hands of Donghuang Taiyi. However, Donghuang Taiyi did not use the sword but sealed it away.

When Xu Qing saw this broken sword among Donghuang Taiyi's legacy, he was filled with emotion. Although he had become a fourth-level swordsmith, he could barely discern some of the sword's secrets, but he did not choose to investigate it further.

This sword is a relic of Han Fei and should rightfully belong to his family.

The moment Xu Qing brought Honglian back to the Yin Yang Clan, he handed the sword to her and never inquired about those matters again.

Now that so much time has passed, it's time to ask Honglian how she feels.

The Fire Department of the Yin-Yang School is now headed by the Grand Master of Fate, Zi Nu, who is also an old friend of Han Fei. Not to mention, there are also a large group of women from the Zi Lan Pavilion, such as Nong Yu. These people are all old friends of the State of Han. After Hong Lian arrived at the Yin-Yang School, this was the first place she stayed.

Even though she hadn't had much contact with Zi Nu and others back in South Korea.

But her brother's friend was also her friend.

She was very happy to befriend Zi Nu and others.

He headed straight for the Fire Department, and instead of looking for Zi Nu, Nong Yu, and the others, he went directly to Hong Lian's residence.

Honglian is currently practicing cultivation.

Having followed An Qisheng for several years, Honglian was no longer the frail woman she once was.

If she relied on the "King-Slaying Sword," the predecessor of the First Emperor Sword, to kill Han Yu in the past, then now, when she faces Han Yu again, she can easily kill him.

Her former fragility was simply because she grew up in the deep palace and was well protected.

Honglian's martial arts talent is not weak. After all, in the original work, she eventually became one of the Four Heavenly Kings of Liusha, known as "Red Serpent Girl". Her strength, while not the best in the world, still overwhelmed many leaders of the Mo family.

"It seems you're adapting quite well here."

Xu Qing spoke, his calm voice reaching Honglian's ears.

Honglian stopped her breathing exercises, opened her eyes, looked at Xu Qing, and said softly, "If I had known there were so many old friends here, I should have come here a long time ago."

Xu Qing laughed and said, "If you had come here earlier, you might not have met so many old friends. After all, many of them arrived at the Yin Yang Clan later."

Honglian smiled; of course, she understood this principle.

But these days, living here and seeing so many old friends has made her truly happy.

After Xu Qing and Hong Lian exchanged a brief reminiscing, Xu Qing took the initiative to ask her, "It's been a while since I gave you that sword. Tell me your thoughts!"

Honglian was slightly taken aback upon hearing this. She didn't really understand what Xu Qing meant, but the sword was indeed of great significance to her, as it was her brother's keepsake.

Thinking of this, she walked to the table not far away, where a sword box was placed.

She opened the lid of the sword case, and a badly damaged sword came into view.

She had actually seen this sword in her brother's mansion sometime before, but at the time she couldn't understand why her brother collected such a broken sword.

However, when she saw the sword again at the Yin-Yang School, she was filled with emotion.

This broken sword is just like my brother's life, which is extremely tragic.

"This sword feels very familiar to me!"

Honglian reached out and gently stroked the blade of the Reverse Scale Sword, expressing her feelings.

"Keeping it by my side feels like having my older brother with me..."

"Whenever I feel restless or lost, holding it gradually calms me down. Sometimes I can even feel a faint warmth emanating from the sword, spreading from my fingertips throughout my body, as if it is responding to me."

"Of course, it could also be my imagination!"

Honglian truthfully recounted all her insights gained from wielding the Reverse Scale Sword over the past few days.

"Just as I expected!" Xu Qing said with an expression of certainty after hearing Hong Lian's words.

"Mr. Xu, is there something wrong with this sword?" Honglian noticed Xu Qing's expression and quickly asked.

"The sword is definitely problematic!"

Seeing Honglian's puzzled expression, Xu Qing explained, "Many years ago, I actually came into contact with the Reverse Scale Sword. This sword appears broken, but it contains a sword spirit. Moreover, unlike the sword spirits of ordinary swords, its sword spirit is exceptionally powerful..."

"At that time, although I had not fully seen through the true nature of this sword, I did understand some of its hidden secrets."

"However, when I saw this sword again in the Yin-Yang School, I found that the sword had changed."

"What changes?" Honglian's curiosity was piqued.

"Its sword spirit aura has changed!"

Xu Qing paused for a moment, then continued, "It's like having a different sword spirit!"