Chapter 301: Mud Grub

Chapter 301: Mud Grub

Considering the sensitive nature of the situation, I speak in a calm, respectful tone.

Thank you for the generous instruction, Master Flowing Waters. I understand you are looking out for the safety and reputation of both this hospital and all within it

I keep my head bowed and try to infuse a bit of gravitas into my voice, to emphasize my understanding of his position.

However, I also didnt affirm his words. Which allows everyone here to know of what choice Ive made.

Rather than speaking empty words, showing my skill and experience with action will be the only way through this.

After another bow to him, I receive a brisk nod in return, allowing me to begin.

His irritated look has only grown more so.

Several of his subordinates faces are pale, as I can see them glance between him and I. Something I wont concern myself with, as there is much to do.

I will now begin the analysis of the patient.

I step forward toward the patient with the two healers there. They take a glance at me to see what I want them to do, to which I indicate for them to continue their work.

It would be best if I say everything aloud, to prevent unnecessary confusion. And to combat any interjections before they begin.

I observe the outer layer of blackened goop, forming the armor around this person. Something that reminds me of the sarcophagi of the Ancient Egyptians. Except, its goop.

I grab one of the tools from a nearby stand that was brought in with the patient, a long flat metal one, meant for lifting the patients tongue.

With this tool in hand, I utilize an ancient technique passed down through generations of human history.

I poke the goop.

The judging stares from the others increase.

But Ive done what Ive needed to. A visual cue that Ive tested something.

It appears this person is suffering from a rare form of Qi Parasite. One which paralyzes the host while utilizing the persons own qi against them and anyone who would help. In addition, it uses any left-over qi to bring it to maturity. After completion, it violently erupts from an orifice.

The room is silent. All until one healer speaks up.

is this guy being serious?

No one turns to look at the person, as it seems they all are thinking the same thing. All except one person here. Master Flowing Waters.

He questions my analysis.

Why do you say that?

The others glance over at him unsurely, as it seems this wasnt an idea brought up previously in their own analysis.

I give a nod before continuing.

On the surface, the blackened impurities forming a covering from the body appear to be from a malfunctioning qi flow. Potentially from a failed technique, during a display of their cultivation.Fiind updated novels at novelhall.com

In fact, I bet the last action this cultivator had done before entering this state was to have their qi explode out of them, damaging their outgoing meridians before they fell unconscious. A sad, but typical scenario.

I receive another cautious nod.

What makes this different from that situation is the consistency of the impurities and qi overflow. Usually, you will see a bit of give for the flow. But here

I poke it again, which gives a slight bounce back.

you can see that it is actually quite firm.

I raise a hand before one of the other healers can raise a counterpoint.

And yes, some cultivators subconsciously shape their qi overflow and impurities into a body shape while unconscious. But there is an easy way to tell the difference between that situation and this.

Reaching into my space bracelet, I pull out an easily recognizable item. One that any of them know well.

A spirit stone.

They nod and speed off before rapidly returning with two other patients. Along with accompanying healers that were taking care of them.

I can see his eyes focus on the two patients, his spirit sense washing over them. After a narrowing of the eyes, he barks out another order to them.

Follow the same steps.

He looks up at me, using a slightly more respectful tone than before.

Back up and allow them to work.

I cant help but to look at Sister Nuan. She nods, which I mirror. I follow his request and allow them to work.

And as expected, the same results emerge once they finish. The goop falls off their bodies and they now appear unafflicted. Everyones eyes land on me.

Master Flowing Water takes another breath before addressing me.

I cannot fault your knowledge. Youve also done the sect a service by identifying an ailment and providing a solution at a much lower cost than weve been using.

Considering what Ive heard about your healing method, you didnt need to do this. Note that I will add this to the merits you are to receive for the healings.

He pauses, but the surprise on all our faces remains.

I honestly didnt expect him to compliment me.

But this isnt enough to convince me you have the skill or experience necessary to treat the whole variety of patients that this hospital has. Adding to that, with the continuous influx of patients that this hospital receives, I have a hard time believing that you will outpace the inflow.

And we neither have the time or manpower to have the whole staff accommodate you the entire time, as even now, emergency cases are coming in.

So, I must ask you. When do you anticipate completing your mission here?

This is a reasonable request, considering his position. One situation isnt enough to prove competence across a variety of areas.

With that said, I could give a cocky timeline that would probably be right, based on my scans general information.

But I need to show professionalism and a reasonable time frame. I will stick to my cultivation method and actually cultivating while using it, which will increase times for my work.

And considering some of the people that Ill be healing the non-healing activities may take up quite a bit of time. If only out of pure frustration for dealing with them.

I dont mention my thoughts out loud, giving a mostly straight answer.

I expect to take under 4 days. At most a week.

His eyes raise, but still shakes his head.

Thats still too long. The most staff I can allocate to you is 2 healers, maybe 4, if you are willing to take some of the new ones.

I nod, and he motions to the two who had assisted the first patient, who move to my side. Two youths, a guy and a girl, run up to me, already knowing their experience level. They seem to be around Mei Lins age and stand by the two healers.

For his part, Master Flowing Waters walks over to the door and the rest of the staff follows. No other words are spoken, as he briskly leaves. Making me wonder if I actually did a decent job with this.

Sister Nuan coughs, catching the attention of the four healers.

Could you give us a few moments? We will let you know when we need you.

She gives a request/order.

They scatter outside at her words. Closing the door behind them.

Nice job with that. That went as well as it could have. I suppose your other abilities helped with that, though.

I flinch at her mention of it, but she swiftly corrects my misunderstanding.

Dont worry about holding your words here, as despite its humble look, this room is an isolated space, communication-wise. Comparable to the towers back at home. Ironically, this space is also meant to amplify and project healing cultivation techniques throughout the hospital, for ones that can affect multiple people.

Nothing that we dont want to will leave this room. Plus, you have me here. Im always watching out for you.

Her face turns serious, right after saying this.

But can you actually do it in 4 days? With only your cultivation method?

Yeah, she knows what Ive already done and could do. That normally I would pair it with my magic healing abilities.

Now its time to show her the fruit of my efforts in cultivation.