Tang Dynasty Bandits

Chapter 196 Immortal Doctor Luo

"It's better to meet by chance than to invite someone, and better to seize the day than to choose an opportune time." Luo Yixian didn't bother to look at Zhu Wen and Wang Shenzhi at all, but Zhu Wen took the initiative to approach him, a cynical smile on his lips: "To be able to meet Luo Yixian in this desolate temple, we must be destined to meet."

Luo Yixian lit the incense sticks, bowed several times, and then stood up and replied, "Zhu Wen, there's nothing to say between us."

"It seems that Physician Luo has read all the letters I sent," Zhu Wen said, his eyes scanning the other's tall and slender figure.

The other party was indeed a rare beauty, with a cold and aloof temperament that made ordinary people fearful, but could arouse the desire to conquer in the strong.

"A doctor's heart is benevolent. I have heard that when the Immortal Physician Luo sees poor people lying on the roadside, he sometimes goes up to treat them without charging a penny. Our army is about to march south to Lingnan. If we have the Immortal Physician Luo's methods to resist the miasma, we can save many lives."

Luo Yixian's icy gaze met Zhu Wen's eyes: "Then you should also know that I act entirely on my mood, and there are quite a few times when I would rather see someone die than help them."

Unlike Lan Suting, Luo Yixian, who became famous in Fujian two years ago, although he also has a compassionate heart, does not spend too much energy on it.

“Working for Cao Jun can earn you more than running a clinic in Fujian.”

"Unfortunately, I'm not in the mood for that," said Luo Yixian coldly. "I opened my clinic to make money and for freedom. I don't need any of those high praises like 'compassionate and benevolent,' 'skilled and compassionate.' I don't think you bandits are thieves, but I don't want to work for you either."

Luo Yixian probably knew that the temple was dedicated to the two rebels, Yuan Chang and Wang Ying, yet she still worshipped them devoutly. This proves that she harbored no hostility towards the rebels themselves and even considered Yuan Chang and Wang Ying to be true heroes.

“Brother Shenzhi,” Zhu Wen turned to Wang Shenzhi beside him, “the two seniors Yuan Chang and Wang Ying are heroes, but they also tacitly allowed their subordinates to arrest people to join their gang.”

Wang Shenzhi was taken aback for a moment, then said, "As the ancients said, great deeds do not concern themselves with minor details, and great ceremonies do not concern themselves with small concessions."

"So I, who am not a hero at all, have even less to worry about." Zhu Wen's lips curled into a smug smile: "If Doctor Luo does not accept my goodwill, I will have no choice but to try to be polite first and then resort to force, and take her back with me."

As a close confidant of Huang Chao, Zhu Wen needed to do some of the less-than-excessive dirty work for him. Moreover, Shang Rang's illness did indeed require treatment from a renowned physician.

Suddenly, the villagers all knelt down: "General Zhu, please don't make things difficult for Physician Luo. Healer Luo has miraculous healing skills and saved countless lives. In the eyes of us Fujian people, she is truly a fairy-like figure..."

Luo Yixian only occasionally treats the poor for free, but her superb medical skills and reasonable prices for medicine are enough to give her a very high reputation among the people.

It should be understood that in this era, most doctors probably kill more people than they save, and their prescriptions are ridiculously expensive.

"Don't worry, I took her back to save her, not to lust after her body," Zhu Wen said. "If I or anyone else were to violate Lady Luo, may I, Zhu Wen, be afflicted with a terrible disease and die from festering sores within three years."

Zhu Wen made such a solemn oath that the villagers could say nothing more.

Although Luo Yixian had an excellent reputation in Fujian, she didn't need to treat common illnesses.

These villagers are all followers of Manichaeism; otherwise, they wouldn't have come to worship at this temple dedicated to the two saints.

Manichaeism has its own local healers. Regardless of their medical skills, they are not like ordinary quacks who prey on the blood of their followers.

Cao Jun insisted on getting rid of Doctor Luo, and the others couldn't do anything about it.

With a clang, the sword at Luo Yixian's waist was drawn.

The sword radiated a faint, ethereal blue light, dazzling to the eye.

"Judging from your tone, you think you've got me figured out?" Doctor Luo's voice was icy.

She came to Fujian alone to open a clinic, and did not hire servants or guards. In the past few years, her clinic has not been vandalized. This is something that an ordinary, weak woman could not do.

Rivals are enemies, and clearly, all the enemies who caused trouble for Doctor Luo were quietly dealt with by her.

“Our army is entering Fujian to win the hearts and minds of the people. Smashing your clinic and kidnapping you in full view of everyone would have a bad influence. Now, in this desolate wilderness, it’s just the right place.”

Zhu Wen drew out the Great Xia Dragon Sparrow Sword, its blood gleaming in the sunlight.

"Then, if you fail to capture me and instead get tied up by me, your bandit army can no longer come looking for trouble with me."

Luo Yixian reacted very quickly, clearly a smart person.

“Alright.” Zhu Wen readily agreed, and said to Wang Shenzhi, “Brother Shenzhi, you will be our witness today.”

Wang Shenzhi nodded in agreement. Across from him, Luo Yixian made a sword incantation, and the sword light spread out like mercury, penetrating everywhere.

Her swordplay was incredibly fast, and every strike was deadly, aimed directly at vital points.

As a renowned physician, Luo Yixian possessed extensive experience in dissecting patients' bodies and dissecting their muscles. She incorporated this medical experience into her swordsmanship.

The swirling, lingering shadows that filled the sky startled Zhu Wen as he approached.

This woman was only twenty years old, yet her swordsmanship was faster than that of Yang Xingmi, a top disciple of the Hidden Sword Manor.

A remarkable person may be hidden deep in the mountains, and a unicorn may lurk in the fields. Even a seemingly insignificant woman practicing medicine should not be underestimated.

Zhu Wen struggled to cover himself, his breathing suddenly becoming rapid.

Wang Shenzhi, watching from the side, was also mesmerized, his heart pounding in his chest.

He knew that Zhu Wen had once killed the heavily wounded Yan Commander Zhen Ranyu in battle, and had also killed Kou Qianzhi, the second commander of the Taining Army.

Today, facing a frail woman, he seemed to be at a disadvantage from the very beginning.

Could it be that Doctor Luo is actually a martial arts prodigy hiding in the medical field?

The sword in Luo Yixian's hand moved faster and faster, her movements as ethereal as a startled swan, yet her expression remained calm and composed, showing no sign of fatigue.

Zhu Wen, panting softly amidst the sword net, seemed to have only the ability to parry, but no power to retaliate.

Seeing that Doctor Luo had gained the upper hand, several villagers couldn't help but show their joy. If they weren't afraid of offending Cao Jun, they would have cheered for Doctor Luo on the spot.

In their view, this impudent young general from the common army was really going to be tied up by Doctor Luo.

Zhu Wen's precious sword suddenly stopped its blocking motion.

The sword net closed in, and a continuous stream of swift swords thrust towards Zhu Wen.

With several hissing sounds of swords piercing flesh, blood gushed out from Zhu Wen's body.

Wang Shenzhi knew something was wrong. Unexpectedly, Luo Yixian's movements suddenly stopped without warning.

Zhu Wen's Great Xia Dragon Sparrow Treasure Blade was already pressing against the opponent's slender, snow-white neck.

"You came at me with nothing but deadly moves, while I only want to capture you alive. That's not fair," Zhu Wen said calmly.

Of course, Luo Yixian could not possibly be stronger than Yang Xingmi.

However, it did take Zhu Wen a while to adapt to her fast swordsmanship.

This was not a battlefield, and knowing the situation, Zhu Wen ultimately did not want to harm his opponent.

It doesn't matter if I get a few holes in my body.

Luo Yixian remained silent, a look of disdain in her eyes.

Zhu Wen didn't mind at all. He took out a rope and tied the other woman's delicate, fair wrists behind her back, showing no mercy whatsoever.

"What's your name?" Zhu Wen asked.

"Luo Lingyu." As the defeated one, Luo Yixian finally coldly announced her name.

This name sounds a bit like a man's.

But it is indeed a good name.

Zhu Wen nodded, stuffed a piece of cloth into Luo Yixian's mouth, and led her down the mountain with a rope.

(End of this chapter)