People in the Qin Dynasty sought good fortune and avoided misfortune.

Chapter 489, Fei Yan: I Believe in You (Bonus Chapter! Requesting Monthly Tickets)
On the other side, after Xu Qing left Gongyang Ru's main hall, he went straight to the hall where the physicians were located. He was greeted by Old Master Lu and Xia Wuqie.

"Vice Patriarch, you're back," Xia Wuqie said happily.

Since Xu Qing left Xianyang, he had begun to study the medical books left by Xu Qing. There were many things he didn't understand and he was worried about how to solve them when Xu Qing happened to return.

"Well, everything outside is settled. How is the doctor's family doing? Mr. Lu, are you settling in well in Xianyang?" Xu Qing asked with a smile.

"We've gotten used to it. His Majesty has been exceptionally kind to us, not only bestowing upon us titles and official positions, but also showing concern for us in every way, which makes us feel ashamed," said Old Master Lu with a smile.

Ying Zheng's treatment of the various schools of thought directly reversed Qin's image of being immoral and rude. The series of preferential treatments made them eager to work for Qin, so that they could accept the various generous treatments with a clear conscience.

Most scholars held the bottom line that they would not accept rewards without merit, and that they would serve others in return for their rewards.

"I'm back. I'll start training military doctors for the army tomorrow. I just hope you won't find it too tiring, sir," Xu Qing joked.

"Hahaha, how could I complain about being tired? Being able to spread my medical skills, train doctors and military doctors for Qin, and pass on my medical philosophy of loving people, is enough for me to die."

Mr. Lu said with a hearty laugh.

As a descendant of Bian Que's disciple, Mr. Lu was impeccable in terms of medical ethics; otherwise, he would not have been recognized by unorthodox medical schools.

"Where are Mr. Nian Duan and the rest of your fellow disciples? Where did they go?" Xu Qing asked.

"After settling us in, Ms. Nian Duan left. She had other things to do and couldn't stay in Xianyang. As for the rest of our fellow disciples, some of them went home. They plan to move their families to Qin and settle down there so that they can better spread their medical skills and ethics."

Mr. Lu explained.

Upon hearing this, Xu Qing didn't press the matter further, but instead changed the subject.
"I see. Then let me meet the people who stayed behind, the selected military doctors, and those who want to study medicine."

"Okay, please follow me."

Mr. Lu and Xia Wuqie led Xu Qing to a side hall, where a dozen doctors and veteran military doctors were leading hundreds of young military doctors and those selected to become military doctors.

Upon seeing Xu Qing arrive, the doctors who recognized him immediately stopped, walked up to Xu Qing, and bowed.

"Greetings, Deputy Patriarch."

Upon hearing the way people addressed him, the others immediately recognized Xu Qing's identity, and their faces lit up with excitement as they quickly stepped forward to bow in greeting.

"Greetings, Vice Head of the Family." "Greetings, Grand Master."

"Gentlemen, there's no need for such formalities. I don't care about these empty gestures. During my absence, how well have you all studied the medical books I left behind?"

Xu Qing talked as she walked, and stopped when she reached the middle of the crowd.

Upon hearing this, everyone looked at each other, none daring to speak first. Finally, it was Mr. Lu who broke the silence.

"My fellow disciples and I have already studied the Vice Patriarch's medical book, and we understand some of the prescriptions and methods for treating external injuries. However, there are still some parts that we don't quite understand, such as disinfection and bacteria, which we have never seen before," said Old Master Lu.

"Besides what Mr. Lu said, we find the medical books you left behind somewhat strange. They only contain prescriptions without explanations, and only note external injuries without methods for internal diagnosis," Xia Wuqie added.

With Mr. Lu and Xia Wuqie leading the way, the others also began to explain what they didn't understand.

Xu Qing listened to everyone's words and nodded in agreement, sorting out the parts that no one understood in his mind.

"Ahem, I understand your questions, and I will answer them one by one. First of all, I need you to know that military doctors are not the same as other doctors."

"Most of the wounds suffered by soldiers in the army are external injuries, caused by swords and spears during battles."

"Therefore, what the military needs most are doctors who can treat external injuries. For example, if someone is slashed in the chest, how to provide first aid and what medicine to use are all very simple. So there is no need for the systematic training of conventional doctors in internal and external symptoms, various pharmacology, etc."

"It is sufficient to treat the common injuries of soldiers in the army. My medical book is so concise because it lists the symptoms and prescriptions, but does not include methods of internal affairs."

Xu Qing looked at everyone and slowly explained.

It takes too long to train a doctor, and it is extremely difficult to train a qualified physician, let alone some doctors who can go to the battlefield. The difficulty involved is not something that can be easily dismissed.

Human and material resources are secondary; the key issue is training doctors, which is extremely difficult.

Therefore, Xu Qing's goal was never to train qualified doctors, but to train military trauma surgeons, and to teach them what medicine to use for what wounds and what precautions to take during treatment.

With such systematic surgical training, anyone who is even slightly clever and intelligent, even if they are illiterate, will know how to treat external injuries.

Upon hearing Xu Qing's explanation, everyone suddenly realized that Xu Qing was accelerating the training of military doctors, rather than preparing them to become truly all-around medical professionals.

“What the Grand Commander said makes sense. Most of the injuries sustained by soldiers in the army are external wounds; other injuries are rare,” said an old military doctor.

"What if other illnesses arise in the army? If there are only doctors skilled in treating external injuries, how will they treat the soldiers?" someone asked doubtfully.

"I've naturally thought of that as well. So, in addition to the military doctors, there are also fellow medical practitioners present. We'll have three surgeons paired with one general practitioner, which should be enough to handle the vast majority of situations."

Xu Qing looked at the person who had raised the question and began to explain. After Xu Qing's explanation, everyone stopped worrying about the cultivation method and started asking questions about the parts of the medical book that they didn't understand.

Xu Qing then began to explain one by one why disinfection was necessary, what bacteria were, and so on.

Time flies, and half a day passes in the blink of an eye.

Seeing the still inquisitive crowd, Xu Qing wiped the sweat from his brow and addressed them.
"Everyone, it's getting late. Tomorrow morning I will officially begin teaching medical skills. Please gather here at Chenshi (7-9 AM) and I will answer your questions one by one then."

The medical staff and students surrounding Xu Qing also fell silent, glanced at the already late sky, and stopped asking questions.

"I've noted it down."

everyone said.

"You all continue studying the medical books. If there's anything you don't understand, discuss it first. If there's still no result or uncertainty, have Xia Wuqie write it down, and I'll answer it one by one tomorrow," Xu Qing said.

"promise."

The crowd parted to make way for Xu Qing.

After nodding to Xia Wuqie and Old Master Lu, Xu Qing stepped out of the physician's hall.

After Xu Qing left, the medical community resumed their discussions on medical techniques, and the hall was filled with lively chatter, discussions, and debates.

Xu Qing, who had just arrived in the courtyard, glanced back at the palace and looked at the bustling hall. A gratified smile appeared on his face.

"The medical clinic is so lively; it's much better than my place. It looks so vibrant."

A clear and pleasant voice rang out. Xu Qing looked in the direction of the voice and saw Fei Yan standing under the courtyard wall.

Feiyan wore a dark blue off-shoulder dress, the long skirt like an extended goldfish tail, slightly touching the ground, highlighting her slender and graceful figure. The sleeves and hem of the dress were inlaid with wide gold trim, giving her a noble air. Her hair was jet black, simply tied up with a sharp hairpin.

Just like her makeup when we last met, she was dignified, elegant, and graceful, with an absolutely beautiful demeanor; it wouldn't be an exaggeration to describe her as a goddess.

It has a stunning quality that makes it impossible to see anything else.

Her fair hands were clasped over her lower abdomen, her dark golden eyes were calm and expressionless, and her handsome face was devoid of any emotion.

"Lord Dongjun, I didn't expect to run into you here. Is there something you need?" Xu Qing greeted him with a smile.

"Just call me Feiyan. I heard you had returned to Xianyang, so I came to see you."

Fei Yan looked at Xu Qing, her dark golden eyes slightly moved. Her slender fingers intertwined, and she twisted them with a little force, causing her fair skin to turn slightly white.

The Moon Goddess has already reported the deal she made with Xu Qing to the Yin Yang Clan, and Donghuang Taiyi has also sent someone to inform her.

Although she didn't know how the Moon Goddess had managed to reach a deal with Xu Qing in Nanyang in just two or three days, Fei Yan, who had never lost to the Moon Goddess before, was somewhat conflicted by this utter defeat.

After learning that Xu Qing had returned to Xianyang, Fei Yan inexplicably came to find him.

"Look at me?"

Xu Qing looked at Fei Yan with some surprise. He knew he was good-looking, but he probably wasn't good enough to make Fei Yan fall in love at first sight.
Moreover, they didn't have much contact on Mount Taiyi, so it shouldn't have shaken Feiyan's cold and ruthless heart.

Feiyan realized that her words were inappropriate, so she softened her voice and explained.

"Junior sister has already conveyed the news of the cooperation to the sect, and the sect has also notified me, saying that I should cooperate well with you and help the king take over the reins of government as soon as possible."

“Miss Feiyan, this is Zhangtai Palace, not Taiyi Mountain or Jiugong Shendu Mountain. You should be careful with your words.”

Xu Qing looked helpless and offered a reminder.

How did the Yin-Yang School teach their disciples? They've taught a young girl to be so naive and careless with her words. If others heard her, who knows what trouble she would cause.

“I have already scouted the area, and there is no one else around except you and me. These words are coming from my mouth and will not be known to any third party.”

Fei Yan paused, took a few steps forward to stand in front of Xu Qing, looked at him calmly, and continued speaking.

"Or are you going to leak my words?"

"Of course not, but we have to be careful in Xianyang. Some people may seem trustworthy, but you can't see into their hearts, so we have to be wary."

Xu Qing met Fei Yan's gaze and spoke without showing any weakness.

"Are you saying you're not worthy of my trust? But I believe in you and trust you."

Feiyan stared intently, her beautiful eyes reflecting Xu Qing's entire appearance.

(End of this chapter)