If you walked behind Liu Sandao, you would feel that he moved effortlessly, or rather, he didn't walk at all, but flew.
This was because not a single sound could be heard.
"The Liu clan of Fangshan, my ancestors, have lived in seclusion, dedicating their lives to medicine for generations!"
Liu Sandao uttered a profound statement.
Hearing him say this, Shu Desheng felt it inappropriate to ask further questions.
He had no idea what this "Liu clan of Fangshan" was. However, it was not surprising that one could possess profound medical skills if they had practiced medicine for generations.
"To be frank, my elder brother has a hidden ailment. Would you, young friend, be able to examine him?"
"I'm not sick, you are!"
Shu Dehou was surprised that Shu Desheng had brought the conversation to him, and moreover, to his most discreet affliction.
Bai Suxiang was also taken aback.
Shu Dehou appeared healthier than any healthy person; how could he possibly have a hidden ailment? Could it be a male issue?
While she was lost in thought, Liu Sandao spoke.
It was clear that Shu Desheng was using this opportunity to test his medical skills.
Liu Sandao naturally knew the root of Shu Dehou's illness. He only needed to probe with Ruoshui Fu to ascertain Shu Dehou's condition.
The moment Shu Desheng spoke, Liu Sandao had already released a strand of divine sense, examining Shu Dehou.
By the time Shu Desheng finished speaking, his examination was also complete.
"There's a rice-grain-sized fragment in his head that wasn't completely removed. Every noon on the hour of Xu, he experiences chest pain. Furthermore, any consumption of alcohol alleviates it somewhat."
Liu Sandao stated this without a moment's pause for thought.
Shu Dehou was stunned; he had not expected Liu Sandao to reveal this matter.
In truth, the fragment in his head was a memento from a war he had participated in.
However, most of the shrapnel had been removed at the time. Sudian Novel Network.
Later, when this minor issue surfaced, surgery was no longer feasible.
He had consulted hospitals, and doctors had told him that such a small fragment might not be found during surgery. Even if it were found, with current medical technology, removing it in one go carried significant risks.
Rather than taking such a great risk, it was better to leave it be.
When the pain became severe, he had, by chance, sought solace in wine and discovered that it lessened the pain.
He hadn't paid much attention to whether it was specifically at "noon on the hour of Xu."
He only knew that this pain occurred at intervals.
"Yes, yes! You are absolutely correct. Is there any chance this root cause can be eliminated?"
Shu Desheng said excitedly.
He couldn't bear to see his elder brother suffer at times.
Liu Sandao did not reply immediately.
Shu Dehou had long since accepted his fate, having tried numerous methods over the years without success.
In fact, he himself was a doctor. He believed in letting nature take its course with such matters.
He had studied modern medicine, which relied on instruments.
He had also consulted several renowned traditional Chinese medicine practitioners, but unfortunately, the results were not significant, and he had to give up.
"At worst, I'll just die with it!"
This was something he had told others countless times, and it once again came from his lips.
Bai Suxiang didn't know what to say, simply staring at him blankly.
Only someone as carefree as he would be able to think so optimistically.
"Sigh!"
Shu Desheng sighed and patted Shu Dehou's shoulder.
It was evident that despite their different personalities, the brothers shared a deep affection.
Liu Sandao remained silent, observing them as if contemplating something.
Seeing his demeanor, Shu Desheng felt a pang of melancholy, suspecting that Liu Sandao likely had no solution.
At his age, a few wrinkles were natural.
However, at this moment, his brow was furrowed in distress.
"How is it? Is there any way?"
He couldn't help but ask in the end.
Even if there was no hope, one had to try. He wouldn't feel at ease without trying.
What if he got lucky one day?
Liu Sandao was still silent, searching for a solution through Ruoshui Fu.
Current scientific methods in the mortal realm were definitively incapable of removing it.
Using divine methods could achieve it, but at a cost.
"What is it? Speak up!"
Seeing Liu Sandao's silence, Shu Desheng grew anxious and asked again.
Bai Suxiang also inquired:
"How is it? Is there a way?"
Shu Dehou, on the other hand, had come to terms with it and said with a smile, "This isn't a serious illness. Although there's pain, it's not life-threatening. Forget it, forget it! Don't trouble the young man!"
"Hmph! I thought you were from a family of renowned physicians, but it turns out..."
Shu Desheng's tone was full of complaint.
His personality was the opposite of Shu Dehou's; he spoke without considering others' feelings.
"There is a way, but..."
Liu Sandao said after a moment of thought.
Upon hearing "there is a way," Shu Desheng's eyes suddenly lit up. He jumped up and rushed to Liu Sandao's side, asking:
"Is there really a way?"
Liu Sandao nodded and glanced at Shu Dehou.
Shu Dehou also smiled, happier than before.
Bai Suxiang took a deep breath, unsure of what Liu Sandao was up to.
He was an immortal, yet he couldn't cure this illness? But he was so hesitant in his explanation, as if he had some unspoken difficulty.
"Liu Sandao, just say it directly. This beating around the bush will scare people to death!"
Bai Suxiang was blunt and began to admonish Liu Sandao.
Hearing Bai Suxiang's words, Shu Dehou's heart filled with joy.
Although he had known this young woman for a shorter time, she was his benefactor.
She had already saved his life once, and now she had brought him a benefactor who could cure his illness!
Of course, the term "benefactor" might be premature, but even a glimmer of hope was hope!
"But what? Young man, please speak freely."
Shu Dehou, having prepared himself for various possibilities, said to Liu Sandao.
"But the process will be lengthy, possibly lasting three months to half a year."
Liu Sandao offered a vague reason.
"Hahaha, so it's a matter of time? What's that matter! After all these years, does three months or half a year make a difference?"
Before Shu Dehou could speak, Shu Desheng replied with a laugh.
The wrinkles on his forehead had not smoothed out, but his expression was entirely different from before.
The wrinkles from smiling were much more relaxed than those from frowning.
"Since that's the case, let's have Uncle De examined then!"
Bai Suxiang made the decision decisively and said cheerfully.
Liu Sandao did not object, as this might provide him with a valid reason to stay on Hong Island.
Although the other half of Hong Island had lost its magical powers for reasons unknown, it would not happen here.
Furthermore, his presence here would offer Bai Suxiang some support.
Liu Sandao nodded and outlined the preparations and time required for the treatment.
As they were speaking, a cry of "Ouch" came from the room.