"The reason it's precious is precisely because its toxicity can counteract other poisons," Lu Fan stated frankly.
Not long after, the City Lord of Jiangnan arrived at Tianquan Villa, appearing respectful. "My lord, do you have any instructions?"
"Do you know of the Blazing Flame Grass?" Lu Fan asked directly.
"Blazing Flame Grass?" The City Lord of Jiangnan was startled. "I have heard of it. This herb is extremely rare, and if accidentally ingested, it can be life-threatening."
"I need to find it now!" Lu Fan said directly. "Even if I have to search the entirety of Jiangnan!"
"My lord, you may not be aware, but this precious poisonous herb cannot grow in Jiangnan. The geographical environment here is simply not suitable," the City Lord of Jiangnan stated frankly. "Even if you search every corner of Jiangnan, it will likely be in vain."
"What do you mean by that?" Han Yunhai asked, his face darkening. "Are you saying you can't do it? Or that you don't want to do it at all?"
"Your subordinate has no such intention!"
The City Lord of Jiangnan was visibly shaken and quickly cupped his fists. "I know a place where there must be Blazing Flame Grass, but..."
"Speak freely, there's no need to hesitate!" Lu Fan waved his hand.
"Years ago, I heard that the Divine Doctor's Pavilion had a stalk of Blazing Flame Grass," the City Lord of Jiangnan said solemnly. "However, this herb is extremely precious, and even the Divine Doctor's Pavilion cherishes it dearly. To get the Divine Doctor's Pavilion to part with it would likely be as difficult as ascending to heaven."
"If that's the case, then you shall accompany me!" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "Lives are at stake. The Divine Doctor's Pavilion is dedicated to healing, and I doubt they would refuse to help a dying person."
"This..." The City Lord of Jiangnan looked troubled. "My lord, you may not know, but the Divine Doctor's Pavilion has always been proud. They might not be easy to deal with. If we go to ask for the Blazing Flame Grass, we must speak kindly and not resort to violence."
"Do I need you to remind me of these things!" Han Yunhai shot him a look. "Doesn't my lord know this already?"
The City Lord of Jiangnan quickly nodded, appearing even more wronged. He had only spoken up to remind Lu Fan.
After all, he had heard that the head physician of the Divine Doctor's Pavilion was highly respected and possessed formidable strength. If a conflict were to arise, it would not be worth it.
Led by the City Lord of Jiangnan, Lu Fan and his entourage soon arrived at the entrance of the Divine Doctor's Pavilion. Outside the pavilion, a large plaque bore the inscription "Healing the World."
There were many people gathered around the Divine Doctor's Pavilion, all of them patients. They seemed to have great faith in the pavilion's medical skills.
Inside the Divine Doctor's Pavilion, many elderly men with white hair were seen. Their auras were not weak, and they were skillfully diagnosing and treating numerous patients.
"Are you gentlemen here for treatment or to pick up medicine?"
A shop assistant approached them. "The Divine Doctor's Pavilion is renowned for its medical skills. If you are here for treatment, please wait here. If you are here to pick up medicine, please go to the counter."
"I am here to see someone!" Lu Fan said with a smile. "Is the Pavilion Master of the Divine Doctor's Pavilion here?"
The shop assistant frowned and looked at Lu Fan. The elderly men who were diagnosing pulses also turned their gazes towards Lu Fan. Lu Fan's words had made them somewhat wary.
In all their years at the Divine Doctor's Pavilion, no one had ever come to see the Pavilion Master. If someone spoke like this, they were likely not here with good intentions.
Especially since Lu Fan had brought so many attendants, and even his aura was not weak, it made them somewhat curious.
"Our Pavilion Master does not receive visitors year-round," the shop assistant said with a smile. "Please return, gentlemen."
"We have traveled a long distance, why should we turn back so easily," Han Yunhai said with a smile. "We merely have some matters to discuss with the Pavilion Master. Why are you, a mere shop assistant, being so evasive!"
Just as the shop assistant was about to speak, several elderly men nearby chuckled. "You gentlemen have traveled far, and it is our Divine Doctor's Pavilion that has failed in its hospitality. Why don't you rest here for a while and then join us for lunch!"
"To be frank, we have a favor to ask on this visit," Lu Fan said with a light chuckle. "Please inform him."
The elderly men's expressions were calm, and they did not seem to take Lu Fan's words to heart. Everyone who came to the Divine Doctor's Pavilion had something to ask for; they were already accustomed to it.
However, not everyone had the qualifications to meet the Pavilion Master. The Divine Doctor's Pavilion had seven Grandmasters, seven peerless physicians, whose fame spread throughout the entire Dragon Country.
Seeing that the elderly men remained silent, Lu Fan's brow furrowed. It seemed the Divine Doctor's Pavilion had no intention of acknowledging them.
However, at that moment, an elderly man with white hair walked out from the courtyard of the Divine Doctor's Pavilion. "What's going on?"
"Divine Doctor Qian, someone wishes to see the Pavilion Master!"
Several elderly men cupped their fists, a hint of arrogance in their demeanor. Qian Qiuzi was one of the Seven Divine Doctors and a Grandmaster. If anyone dared to cause trouble, they would surely be routed.
Qian Qiuzi's brow furrowed, and he looked towards Lu Fan and his entourage. Upon seeing Lu Fan, he couldn't help but reveal a look of surprise.
"Divine Doctor Qian, I trust you are well," Lu Fan said, cupping his fists.
On that day, at the battle by Qingzhou Lake, Lu Fan fought against four Grandmasters, one of whom was Qian Qiuzi, who stood before him.
"So it is Lord Lu!" Qian Qiuzi quickly cupped his fists. "The Divine Doctor's Pavilion is truly honored to have Lord Lu personally visit. If not for Lord Lu's mercy that day, I would likely have perished under his blade!"
The people of the Divine Doctor's Pavilion were astonished and all looked towards Lu Fan. They had not expected this seemingly ordinary young man to be the renowned Lord Lu.
"Divine Doctor Qian is too kind," Lu Fan waved his hand and smiled. "If I were not facing difficulties, I would never have come!"
"Please speak, Lord Lu. If the Divine Doctor's Pavilion can help, we will not refuse," Qian Qiuzi said earnestly.
Lu Fan, who had become a Grandmaster at such a young age and was renowned, would be beneficial for the Divine Doctor's Pavilion to befriend. He understood this clearly.
"A relative of mine has been poisoned severely, and the toxins have already entered the lungs. I heard that the Divine Doctor's Pavilion possesses a stalk of Blazing Flame Grass, which can be used to counteract the poison." Lu Fan's expression became solemn. "I have come today for this herb!"
"Blazing Flame Grass?" Qian Qiuzi frowned. "This is a rare treasure. Even the Divine Doctor's Pavilion likely only has one stalk."
At this point, Qian Qiuzi's brow furrowed, as if in distress.
"Since I have come to ask for it, I will not give up," Lu Fan said earnestly. "No matter what the Divine Doctor's Pavilion requires, I can offer in exchange!"
"Lord Lu's reputation precedes him, and we naturally trust you," Qian Qiuzi said solemnly. "However, this Blazing Flame Grass is a treasure of the Divine Doctor's Pavilion. Although I am one of the Seven Divine Doctors of the pavilion, I do not have the authority to hand over the Blazing Flame Grass."
"The Divine Doctor's Pavilion is dedicated to healing the world. Now that lives are at stake, is it truly so difficult to part with a single herb?" Han Qiushui spoke up.
"Do not be disrespectful!" Lu Fan interjected. "The Blazing Flame Grass belongs to the Divine Doctor's Pavilion. We have come to request it, how can we act like this."
Han Qiushui was helpless and retreated to the side. Although he was reluctant, since Lu Fan had spoken, how could he dare to act recklessly.