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Chapter 35 – The Method of Treatment
Although the medical hall had strict rules prohibiting the disclosure of patients' information, there were always exceptions. After all, a place devoted to healing could not allow a rigid regulation to decide whether a life could be saved.
A healer's heart was compassionate. The fact that the medical hall had grown to become the largest in Heaven Dou City was not solely due to their skill with medicine or the quality of their herbs. The reputation they had cultivated by taking responsibility for their patients was the true reason their hall stood unshakable.
As for Huo Yuhao, after several interactions, he had already realized that this young boy's knowledge of medicine rivaled that of the practitioners here. Having him take a look could only help—perhaps he could even find a method of treatment.
"If the young brother here can save her, we can give you half of the medical fees that this young lady has paid so far. How does that sound?"
Jiang Nannan's family situation was somewhat familiar to them. Running a medical hall, encountering families with financial difficulties was common, and helping where they could was simply part of their duty.
Moreover, this young girl had been able to enter Shrek Academy as a commoner—a sign of exceptional talent. Befriending someone like her could only bring advantages.
"The medical fees aren't important. If we can help, that's enough. Please, take me to see her."
Their past life connection remained intact. Naturally, Huo Yuhao would not refuse. He looked toward Gu Yuena, his expression questioning.
"Do you want to go back first?"
Gu Yuena shook her head. "I'll wait here."
"Very well." Huo Yuhao said nothing further and slightly nodded to the middle-aged man.
"Shall we go?"
"Please, young brother, this way."
They walked together, arriving quickly at a room. The door was wide open, revealing a simple interior: a single bed, a cabinet, and a small stool likely used for pulse diagnosis. Jiang Nannan was sitting on the stool, her back to the doorway.
Beyond her, on the bed, lay a woman in her early thirties, her eyes closed. Her pale complexion did nothing to diminish her beauty; rather, it added a fragile, almost ethereal charm.
Hearing the movement at the door, Jiang Nannan turned, her face showing slight confusion upon seeing Huo Yuhao and the middle-aged man.
"Doctor, is there something you need?"
"This," the man began, "is a young brother highly skilled in medical theory. I asked him to come and examine your mother—perhaps he can find a way to treat her."
Jiang Nannan's gaze immediately fell on Huo Yuhao. Though surprised by his age, her trust in the reputable medical hall prompted her to stand and step aside.
"Thank you. This… young brother, please help my mother."
"Just call me Huo Yuhao," he replied.
Sitting on the stool, Huo Yuhao could not help but appreciate Jiang Nannan's beauty up close. Her features were inherited from her mother, whose mature elegance and soft beauty matched—perhaps even surpassed—her daughter's famed looks.
He gently took her mother's hand and guided a trace of spirit force into her body, carefully probing.
It did not take long for him to find the cause: as the doctor had suspected, her heart was underperforming due to a congenital deficiency in blood supply. In youth, the body had masked it, occasionally causing dizziness at most. But with the approach of middle age, her physical strength declined, and the symptoms became apparent.
Fortunately, the situation was not yet critical. Another year's delay would make treatment possible but would also greatly increase the risks, leaving the heart more vulnerable.
Even though the necessary cost now was not great, the method… Huo Yuhao's expression darkened slightly, and Jiang Nannan's heart tightened in anticipation.
"Is there a way to cure my mother?"
Meeting her eyes brimming with hope, Huo Yuhao hesitated, then nodded slowly.
"There is a way."
"Really?"
Jiang Nannan's eyes lit up. Seeing his conflicted expression, she initially thought he sought some reward. Without hesitation, she took a pouch of gold coins from her storage ring and offered it to him.
"Please, save my mother. I know this may not be enough, but I'll give you the rest as soon as I can. Or if you want something else, just tell me."
"It's not about the money. Listen to me first," Huo Yuhao replied, a faint smile tugging at his lips as he pushed the coins back toward her.
"Your mother's heart is not difficult to heal—but I will need some help from you."
Quickly, he explained the treatment method.
In short, it involved channeling spirit force into the heart and guiding it to clear the blockages.
The process looked simple in theory, but in practice, it was highly risky. Even the slightest mistake could be fatal.
However, Huo Yuhao possessed Spirit Detection. With this skill, he could oversee the procedure without direct contact, guiding Jiang Nannan to complete it safely.
If done correctly, her heart would be restored, and with proper herbal nurturing afterward, she could regain full health.
As for Huo Yuhao's hesitation, it was because it was just like when he saved Nan Shuishui, the leader of the Earth Dragon Sect, in his previous life. Even if he was guiding Jiang Nannan, the spirit detection would still reveal her mother from every angle.
"I agree."
Jiang Nannan's voice rang out firmly. Even Huo Yuhao was taken aback for a moment. The middle-aged man who brought him coughed lightly and began to leave.
"Ah… I just remembered another patient. I'll leave you here," he said politely, closing the door behind him with a soft click.
Silence fell over the room. Huo Yuhao finally nodded, resolute.
"Then let's begin."
With her consent, he no longer wavered. His eyes gleamed gold, and before Jiang Nannan's astonished gaze, a deep purple soul ring slowly rose, pulling her into shared Spirit Detection.
The magical sensation widened her eyes, banishing all doubts and filling her with a thrill of hope.
"She can be saved!"
Huo Yuhao's voice rang again. "First, get used to the connection. Then we'll start. Follow the path I guide for your soul force."
Jiang Nannan nodded seriously. "Understood. Thank you."
She focused, breathing deeply to calm herself. But as time passed, her heart raced, anxiety mounting. Despite her maturity, she was still only twelve. The thought that one mistake could cost her mother's life filled her with fear.
She quickly moved to the bed, lifted the blanket, and carefully removed her mother's upper garments. As each layer fell away, her mother's fair, mature body was fully exposed to the air.
Jiang Nannan's hands shook violently throughout the process.
Huo Yuhao frowned. In this state, even with guidance, mistakes could be fatal. He had to soothe her, but if that failed, they would have to wait for another chance.
"Don't be so nervous. Follow my guidance and nothing will go wrong."
She realized her own fear, but Huo Yuhao had been specifically summoned by the doctor. Missing this opportunity would mean troubling him to come again.
After a brief hesitation, she looked at him. "You...should… do it?"
".?"
(End of Chapter)