"Isn't that General Liu?"
Some cultivators could recognize Liu Yianfei. The reporters immediately shifted their attention to him.
Before this, someone had captured footage of his battles, including when he split the waves in two during the Dragon Queen incident. But he barely appeared after that and was soon forgotten, until he was mentioned once more when the Night Shadow thieves attacked the day before.
Liu Yianfei appeared fragile yet warm, and this generated a fanbase. Many young women liked men of this type. And when he appeared as the clinic's first customer, it made the reporters want to rush in and interview him even more.
"General, what kind of injury do you have? Why did you decide to come to this clinic for treatment?"
A reporter tried to push through. But before they could pass the entrance, an elderly man's figure appeared, blocking the way. His intense pressure stopped them cold.
"Excuse me... those who don't need treatment, please wait outside."
Sword Master Zheng Renyi just stood there quietly. But not a single person could get past. They gulped hard at the power he emanated, which stunned Zhu Jinming.
At first when he became interested in the cultivation world, he thought Mr. Gao, who was a high-stage Martial Master, was already very strong. But compared to the Sword Master before him, he didn't think Mr. Gao could withstand even a single move.
He really wanted to try hiring him as his personal bodyguard!
"Oh... why are there so many people today?"
But before the situation could continue, a voice rang out from behind the crowd. Zhang Xianyuan walked through the crowd and reached the front, wearing a full formal military uniform.
"Grandmaster Zheng, you've gotten stronger again?"
The newcomer was the army's Marshal.
His appearance drew loud cheers from the crowd. At the same time, in his hands he now carried a large congratulatory basket. He handed it to the elderly butler who came out to receive it, then continued speaking:
"It's my daughter's opening day, of course I had to come."
His words shocked many people. It might have been a while ago, but there were still some who'd been at Village Beneath the Clouds that day and remembered Bai Fanxian's special status.
The Marshal's adopted daughter!
Those who thought about causing trouble changed their minds almost immediately. They wanted nothing to do with the military or government. His appearance today would truly reduce much of the chaos about to happen for Bai Fanxian.
"Can I go in?"
"You're always a guest of this house. Please, Marshal."
Huang Zihuan smiled and bowed. He led Zhang Xianyuan through the door to greet Bai Fanxian inside without delay.
"Alright... those who need treatment may enter."
Sword Master Zheng Renyi nodded. He let Zhu Jinming, who was starting to look nervous, pass through without obstruction. After that, several other people dared to follow inside.
After Zheng Renyi finished speaking, he sat down quietly and sipped herbal tea. Many might not know, but early this morning he'd come out to train with Bai Fanxian. And because today Liu Yianfei needed to receive treatment, he alone had to face a storm of attacks from all directions, fiercer than a downpour.
These herbs were recommended by Wu Jia and made into medicinal tea by Bai Fanxian. It helped heal internal wounds and relieve bruising very well.
Inside the clinic was a section like a reception counter to welcome those who came for consultation. Right now Lin Xiaoting, who'd fully switched to helping, stood there. She would receive and queue the day's patients in order and inquire about preliminary symptoms. Sometimes Mei Ying would also come help in this area.
Inside, everyone involved was standing in a room like a conference room. Zhang Xianyuan walked in to check on Liu Yianfei's condition while sighing.
"Finally decided to get treatment?"
The Marshal's question made Liu Yianfei chuckle.
"I'm getting treatment, but my vacation is still in effect, right?"
Seeing Liu Yianfei's carefree manner, Zhang Xianyuan could relax a bit. He'd known him for many years. How could he not know Liu Yianfei's stubbornness once he'd decided on something?
"Lately its symptoms haven't shown much, but getting it completely cured would be better." Liu Yianfei touched his own chest and smiled at Bai Fanxian.
"And I'll take the opportunity to help promote Grandmaster Bai's place too."
"What do you mean by that?"
The Marshal asked curiously.
"I've already agreed to let my treatment be made public."
Liu Yianfei's unexpected answer surprised Zhang Xianyuan. He looked deeply at Liu Yianfei, whom he'd known for so long.
He's changed...
Perhaps letting him take vacation to live here for a month was the right choice.
"If you say so, do as you like..."
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And after that, not even half an hour later, whether it was the group waiting for treatment or just those who came to watch the excitement, all heard this news. They were pleased because it meant they would get to watch the treatment with their own eyes and evaluate if it was worth paying at least ten million yuan.
"What do you guys think?"
"General Liu doesn't look sick at all, does he? Are they faking it?"
"Shh! Look there, they're coming out."
As the words ended, the crowd immediately fell silent. They watched Liu Yianfei walking out in front. In the hall, medical equipment was fully prepared. Divine Doctor Wu Jia walked out next, followed by Bai Fanxian.
This treatment would have Mei Ying and Xiaoting as assistants. Mei Ying went to prepare things for refining pills. She arranged an empty corner space and massive amounts of raw materials, some of which were strange and clearly valuable. Zhu Jinming himself was one of those captivated by those herbs. He had to admit that this clinic might truly be able to help him.
"...To be honest, I've read about your chronic wounds dozens of times already."
Wu Jia pulled out a thick stack of documents from an envelope. It wasn't like Liu Yianfei had just gotten this recently. He'd been injured like this for many years.
Liu Yianfei nodded. He slowly removed the long-sleeved shirt he was wearing, revealing the muscles on his body. Though he had a slim build, seeing this scene, one had to admit he was strong and truly fit for a general's position.
Of course, his actions drew blazing gazes from some young women. But Liu Yianfei didn't care. He raised his hand to touch his chest once more.
"...I don't see any wounds at all."
Someone said. But everyone in the area agreed. Because on his body, it was completely smooth and white without a trace of wounds, not even a single spot.
"...Disperse your qi. We'll start the treatment."
Wu Jia spoke flatly, but his face looked serious. He'd seen this wound once before. And he had to admit that back then, he truly couldn't cure it completely.
Liu Yianfei laughed lightly. Suddenly at his chest, a black-purple mark appeared. It gradually spread, devouring half the area of his upper body. His face turned deathly pale and he coughed up dark blood several times. Xiaoting quickly brought white cloth to catch it with concern.
The technique Liu Yianfei practiced could be called the Jade Body technique. It could expel dirt and waste from the body. At the same time, he had to say it was lucky that it could help suppress this wound from spreading to devour internal organs.
"Begin!"
Wu Jia acted with the most urgency. He flicked his hand once and dozens of silver needles flew out from their pouch. They floated around him once before plunging down onto Liu Yianfei's body around the wound. When the process finished, those watching all felt amazed. Even Liu Yianfei himself sighed with relief.
"Strange…" Wu Jia looked surprised.
"Cough! Cough!"
But suddenly Liu Yianfei coughed continuously. His face started turning pale. Wu Jia, who was closest, rushed to check. He checked Liu Yianfei's pulse and his eyes widened.
"Get the Recovery Pill, quick!"
Because what he found was Liu Yianfei's body was weakening rapidly. If left alone, in less than five minutes he would definitely lose consciousness.
Bai Fanxian nodded. She flipped her hand once and a pill appeared in her hand. Those who knew it would recognize it well. Because it was "Heaven-Defying Revival Pill" that Bai Fanxian had once refined for demonstration.
The moment Liu Yianfei swallowed it, it stabilized his condition. He forced a smile even though blood stains still appeared at the corners of his mouth.
"...Looks like it's worse than before?"
He'd been suppressing it with his technique and didn't realize how severe it had become. He still thought it was getting better because it barely showed symptoms. But who would have thought it would be this bad?
"...You're confident in your method, aren't you?"
Bai Fanxian asked Wu Jia. He nodded firmly and explained.
"The original plan was to gradually limit the area and slowly treat it section by section. But it looks like that won't work anymore..."
Wu Jia spoke while looking at the wound marks spreading continuously. It was like malignant flesh devouring Liu Yianfei's body. He respected the technique and willpower Liu Yianfei possessed to suppress them until today.
"We'll need three types of medicine. First, a Recovery Pill to stabilize his condition. Second, medicine to corrode the chronic wounds. And third, something with the highest purification effect—this injury came from overusing his power while under attack, so it needs strong purification..."
"...But just Tier 4 pills don't seem enough. And surgery would be even more dangerous."
Bai Fanxian was right. From observing earlier, even "Heaven-Defying Revival Pill" only stabilized Liu Yianfei's condition slightly.
She checked in her personal dimension. She didn't carry many of those pills with specialized properties. What she'd prepared didn't seem able to handle his suddenly severe condition.
"..."
Suddenly Bai Fanxian decided. She flicked her hand toward an empty space Mei Ying had prepared, and a dimensional rift appeared above the floor, several meters high.
*Boom!*
The loud crashing sound startled the watchers. When they looked, they found a huge cauldron that one could stand inside comfortably now sitting in that corner!
"...I'll have to borrow your power."
Bai Fanxian stroked her giant cauldron with a whisper. The cauldron itself trembled as if it could truly respond to her. When she opened the cauldron lid, pressure like a mountain surged out with the cauldron as center. It even suppressed Zhang Xianyuan and Zheng Renyi, whose eyes widened.
She moved her finger once. Some of the prepared raw materials floated at her command into the cauldron, and blue flames flared up below.
Bai Fanxian narrowed her eyes. Many other varieties of herbs appeared and rushed in after. This scene made those knowledgeable about pill refining stare blankly. It looked like a performance that was both smooth and beautiful.
"She's going to refine pills right now?"
Even Wu Jia couldn't believe it. He didn't think she would do something so rash. Because the pills she would refine had to be specialized and take a long time to make. Liu Yianfei definitely couldn't wait that long.
"That'll take too long... I'll remove the needles and have him circulate his qi again. We need another plan..."
"...Finished."
Before Wu Jia could finish speaking, Bai Fanxian cut in. She sent qi power in one final time. When the pills began condensing together, they sent tremors like waves in all directions. Even those sitting outside or hundreds of meters away still felt a refreshing sensation seeping into their bodies.
"...Tier 6 Recovery Pill."
Bai Fanxian spoke softly. Only Wu Jia heard. His eyes went wide, and before he could recover from his shock, almost ten pills floated out from the opened cauldron lid. The moment they contacted air, they glowed and were about to release explosive pressure. Bai Fanxian quickly swept her hand, sending a stream of qi to wrap around them until they calmed down before they could successfully create chaos.
"...I'll refine the other few types you need... It's not too late, is it?"
Her question seemed to bring Wu Jia back to his senses. He looked at Bai Fanxian, who remained calm and still, and wanted to shout in her face.
The time it took you to refine those pills wasn't even a full minute!