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Chapter 475 High Priest

“There’s nothing we can do about it.” Lu Qing nodded with some regret. “It’s a pity. I’ve always heard that the witch doctors in the Brahma Land are very skilled and have some unusual methods.”

That old witch doctor, who made such a name for himself here, must have been no ordinary person. His disciples must have had their own unique skills as well. I never expected him to end up like this.

"Yes, so ever since his eldest disciple caused internal strife within the sect, the High Priest has taken it very seriously. I've heard he often advises our king not to have any greed, to go with the flow, to always have a kind heart, and to treat his people well." The shopkeeper sighed with some worry as he said this, "Speaking of which, some things really are destined!"

If the High Priest hadn't gone into seclusion for over a year, and if our king hadn't had anyone around him to offer advice, perhaps we wouldn't be in this situation now..."

The shopkeeper, speaking from experience, realized his mistake immediately and quickly laughed awkwardly, "Oh dear, look at my mouth... I was trying to get along with our distinguished guest, but somehow I started talking nonsense..."

What I mean is, if the high priest were here, he could at least examine the king. The high priest is a disciple of the old witch doctor, so I reckon he's definitely more skilled than the average witch doctor or physician..."

After he finished speaking, he remembered that Lu Qing was just a traveling physician, and his smile became even more awkward. He quickly added, "After all, in our Brahma Land... we don't have a good physician with such discerning eyes and medical skills as you, esteemed guest..."

"Is your king very ill?" Lu Qing asked, not bothering with those questions.

Seeing that the distinguished guest didn't seem to mind, the shopkeeper breathed a sigh of relief. Eager to change the subject, he quickly said, "It's not that heavy..."

Actually, we don't know what illness the king has. He hasn't shown his face for a long time. We only know that the palace has posted a lot of notices saying that they are looking for a doctor or something.

I used to see the doctor going in quite often, but lately I haven't seen him as much. Perhaps things have improved!

There's probably no chance of things getting better, otherwise they wouldn't have gone all the way to the border pass adjacent to Lan Di to post notices.

It seems that the Brahma King no longer wants the people around his capital to think he is terminally ill and to have any unfounded speculations.

Or perhaps it wasn't Brahma's own idea, but rather someone else's.

For example... that wise and mighty high priest?
Zhu Yu stood behind Lu Qing, silently grumbling to herself. She didn't understand the meaning of seclusion, let alone why he needed to be in seclusion for more than a year without showing up. This in itself was a suspicious thing to her.

Lu Qing didn't pry into these matters. Instead, she looked down at the wooden boxes and then at the shopkeeper: "Your boss is quite capable. Your king has been ill for so long, he must need quite a few rare medicinal herbs. Under these circumstances, it's truly remarkable that your shop has such a complete selection." "Of course, our shop isn't just doing ordinary business." Upon hearing this, the shopkeeper's face showed a hint of pride, yet he still tried to appear modest and humble. "Even before our king fell ill, both the royal palace and the high priest got their medicinal herbs from us."

Otherwise, why do you think we always keep many rare items that you can't find anywhere else in our shop?

As he spoke, he gave Lu Qing a look that said, "Our shop is quite special; you'd better take it seriously, esteemed guest."

Lu Qing nodded knowingly: "No wonder, it really is extraordinary. Now I know where to find these rare medicinal herbs if I want to buy them again."

"Yes, yes, if you need anything in the future, please feel free to come here to find me. Even if the shop doesn't have it, give me a few more days, and I'll find a way to get it for you." The shopkeeper was thrilled to hear this; this kind of generous customer who spent lavishly was exactly what he longed for. So he quickly added, "As for the Jade Snowbird, I guess you're just curious because it's so rare, right?"

Lu Qing nodded: "That's right. We travel around and although we think we have excellent medical skills, clothes make the man and a saddle makes the horse. If a doctor wants to be convincing, in addition to medical skills, he also needs to have some rare medicinal herbs on hand so that people will look up to him. Otherwise, he may not even have the opportunity to take a pulse, so how can he prove that he is indeed a doctor with superb medical skills? Don't you think so?"
The Jade Snowbird has only existed in legends; I've never actually seen one. I only know it's extremely rare, but its effects have never been verified, so I don't really take it seriously.”

"Yes, yes, yes, what you say is absolutely right!" After all these years of experience, the shopkeeper was a shrewd man. Upon hearing Lu Qing's words, he realized that the reason why this traveling doctor was so generous was because he treated those rare and important people. So he became even more polite. "That thing is really too vicious. By order of the High Priest, no one in our Brahma Land is allowed to touch it now."

So, esteemed guest, please don't even think about the Jade Snowbird or anything like that anymore. There's really no way I can get those for you. Otherwise, if you need anything else, just let me know, and I'll do my best to fulfill your request.”

"That's great! I won't have to search around like a headless fly anymore." Lu Qing nodded. "However, your boss is quite remarkable to be able to acquire so many rare and precious treasures."

"Would the shopkeeper be so kind as to introduce me to your boss?"

"Ah...this..." Upon hearing this, the shopkeeper looked troubled and said with a wry smile, "I just said I could do anything, but I've gone back on my word in the blink of an eye."

"Oh? Your boss... is someone of extraordinary status, not someone anyone can just meet?" Lu Qing looked at the shopkeeper with a puzzled expression.

The shopkeeper hurriedly waved his hand: "No, it's just that our boss is very unpredictable and rarely comes to the shop. Even when he does come, he won't stay long. He'll leave his things, give a few instructions, and then leave. He's very mysterious."

To be honest, I've been looking after his shop here for over ten years, and I've never seen his face. He always comes and goes in a hurry, wearing a veil. So unless you can stay in the city, I can introduce you to him when our boss comes next time.

Speaking of which, the boss hasn't been around for a long time. According to past practice, he should probably come back soon.