OBS Chapter 357
Chapter 357
Time passed quietly, and a few days later, news suddenly spread through the army that Prince Ning, who had been taken there by the physician, was in extremely poor condition.
It is said that Prince Ning is tormented by various drugs every day, sometimes rolling on the ground in pain, sometimes letting out terrifying screams, as if he has fallen into the deepest hell and is suffering great pain and torment.
The news spread like wildfire through the army. The soldiers were overjoyed upon hearing it, lamenting that the wicked had finally gotten their just desserts. While Ye Jiuchen felt some relief from his hatred upon hearing the news, he was still mostly hoping that the healer would return with the new medicine soon.
Another long half month passed. Then, a commotion erupted outside the camp gates. Ye Jiuchen was pondering military matters in his tent when he heard the commotion. A thought struck him; his intuition told him the healer had arrived. He immediately rose and strode out of his tent. Sure enough, there stood the healer at the camp gate, his black robes stained with dust, his face weary, but his eyes gleaming with undisguised excitement.
"General Ye, the new medicine is ready!" Upon seeing Ye Jiuchen, the physician hurriedly stepped forward, his voice filled with excitement and pride.
Upon hearing this, Ye Jiuchen's eyes flashed with delight. Without hesitation, he immediately ordered the most seriously wounded soldiers in the camp to be gathered for a trial of the new drug. Soon, the wounded soldiers were led to an open area. Their eyes held a mixture of doubt and anticipation, wondering if the new drug would truly be as miraculous as rumored.
The healer carefully took out a new medicine from his medicine box—a mildly fragrant ointment with a smooth, warm color. He personally applied it to the wounds of the wounded soldiers, his movements gentle and focused. Ye Jiuchen stood to the side, his gaze fixed on the wounds of the wounded soldiers, his eyes filled with concern and expectation.
A miraculous thing happened! After the new medicine was applied, the wounds, which had been bleeding and swollen, began to heal at a speed visible to the naked eye. The edges of the once gruesome wounds gradually closed, and the bleeding slowly stopped. The pain on the wounded soldiers' faces gradually faded, replaced by surprise and joy. Some soldiers couldn't help but exclaim, "Wow, this medicine is amazing! The pain has lessened so much all of a sudden!"
Upon seeing this, Ye Jiuchen was overjoyed. His previously tense face finally broke into a relieved smile, and his eyes were full of admiration and praise as he looked at the doctor: "You are truly a divine physician in this world. Such a miraculous medicine can not only relieve the suffering of our soldiers, but will surely benefit all people in the world in the future."
The physician, however, was not blinded by the praise. He shook his head slightly and said earnestly, "General Ye, you flatter me. This is only a preliminary result, just the first step. I still need more rare medicinal herbs to further improve it so that it can be applied to various injuries and illnesses and exert greater efficacy."
Upon hearing this, Ye Jiuchen immediately expressed his full support without hesitation: "Rest assured, Your Excellency, I will do everything in my power to find the necessary medicinal materials for you. The well-being of the soldiers depends entirely on Your Excellency."
From then on, Ye Jiuchen and the physician officially joined forces. Leveraging his prestige and influence within the army, Ye Jiuchen dispatched men far and wide, venturing deep into the mountains and forests to search for rare and precious medicinal herbs. He personally oversaw every lead he received regarding these herbs, urging his men to retrieve them as quickly as possible. Meanwhile, the physician spent his days in his tent, diligently preparing medicines. His tent was filled with various bottles and jars, permeated with the aroma of herbs. He constantly experimented with different formulas, repeatedly adjusting them, all to perfect the new medicine.
As time went on, the new drug was continuously improved through the joint efforts of the two. Each improvement allowed more wounded soldiers to receive better treatment. Seeing the wounded recover quickly, the soldiers' morale soared. Their combat effectiveness, previously hampered by injuries and illness, also increased daily. The soldiers trained even harder and were filled with confidence for the future.
Meanwhile, Ye Jiuchen was also constantly growing. On his arduous journey to find medicinal herbs, he encountered countless hardships and dangers, battling various ferocious beasts and bandits. Each battle honed his skills, leading to continuous improvement. His swordsmanship became increasingly sharp, and his inner strength grew ever more profound.
Ye Jiuchen and the healer—this extraordinary duo gradually became revered figures in this chaotic world. One used his sword to protect the peace of the land; the other used his superb medical skills to save countless lives. Through their efforts, the people lived in peace and prosperity, the army's morale was high, and together they protected this land, allowing the dawn of peace to gradually shine through the chaos.
At the foot of that tranquil and peaceful mountain, the lives of doctors were originally like a gently flowing stream, calm and serene. However, such peaceful days did not last as long as people had hoped.
One morning, sunlight filtered through thin clouds, dappling the earth. As usual, the healer, carrying a bamboo basket and holding a hoe, set off on his journey to gather herbs deep in the mountains. Birds sang merrily in the forest, a gentle breeze rustled through the trees—everything seemed perfectly ordinary.
Just as the healer was focused on searching for herbs, a group of mysterious figures dressed in black, like ghosts, suddenly appeared from all directions and launched a surprise attack. These people were all agile and swift, their moves ruthless and vicious, each strike aimed directly at vital points. From their eyes and actions, it was clear that they had a specific target: the healer.
The healer had studied martial arts since childhood and possessed some skill, but faced with this sudden surge of enemies, he was ultimately outnumbered. He found himself in a very dangerous situation, and several wounds began to appear on his body.
At this critical moment, Ye Jiuchen arrived just in time, like a black lightning bolt. It turned out that Ye Jiuchen had been worried about the doctor's safety, and since the doctor left, he had been quietly using his lightness skill to follow him from a distance.
Ye Jiuchen's eyes blazed with fury as he saw the healer in peril. Without hesitation, he drew his sword, its blade flashing coldly like a shooting star across the night sky. With a roar, he charged into the crowd like a tiger. His sword danced with deadly skill, a fierce wind howling through the air. Wherever he went, enemies fell, and several perished under his blade in an instant.
However, the opposing force not only outnumbered them but also seemed to have made thorough preparations. Faced with Ye Jiuchen's fierce attack, they did not panic but quickly adjusted their tactics, tightly surrounding Ye Jiuchen and the healer. For a time, the two sides were locked in a stalemate.
At this moment, the leader of the enemy, a tall, stern-faced man, slowly stepped out from the crowd, a sinister smirk on his face, and said, "The new drug you've developed has disrupted the interests of too many people. Once this new drug is released, it will block the path to wealth for countless people. Today is your death day!"