Chapter Seven, Yan Luo Needle

Also, due to his cultivation of the "Dutian Blood God Decision," Chen Ru's interest in the "Yama Needle" has reached a new height

Nodding slightly, Chen Yunfei had already exited Chen Ru's room and conveniently closed the door behind him

The box was not locked. Chen Ru gently lifted the lid of the box and, upon looking inside, found two medical books written in traditional Chinese characters and a set of golden needles

Among these two books, Chen Ru is most interested in the one titled "Yama's Needle"

On this point, Chen Ru deeply agreed, and his faith in "Yama's Needle" increased a bit more in his heart

Since childhood, I have witnessed my grandfather using gold needles to treat others. At that time, seeing the countless fine needles piercing the patients' bodies left me deeply shocked and engraved in my heart a sense of wonder and envy towards acupuncture.

Unfortunately, the Five Elements Spiritual Decision of the Chen family has long been lost in the river of history; otherwise, its combination with the "Yama Needle" could have saved more people

After carefully reading it twice more, Chen Ru finally memorized the entire book "Essential English Vocabulary for the College Entrance Examination" before getting out of bed and stretching a few times

Nodding slightly, he heard Chen Yunfei let out a deep sigh, "Alas, it is a pity that the technique for using the Yanluo Needle requires the assistance of a very strong Five Elements True Qi to unleash its full power, and our family's 'Five Elements Spiritual Formula' has long been lost. Otherwise, this 'Yanluo Needle' would surely shine with unparalleled brilliance"

Fortunately, the "Dutian Blood God Decision" that Chen Ru is currently studying cultivates the meridians throughout the body, with true qi encompassing various attributes, which is far superior to the Chen family's "Five Elements Spirit Decision"; this point is beyond doubt

However, he had not succeeded in cultivating his internal energy, so the old man did not dare to teach him the needle technique of "Yama's Needle." If it were not for his advanced age and having noticed some changes in Chen Ru's disposition, he would not have entrusted this most precious possession of the Chen family to him

This book, "Yama's Needle," contains only about 300 pages, but it features 81 illustrations, with the remainder consisting entirely of textual annotations

Chen Ru casually flipped through the book and found that the vast majority of the plants and animals within it were not only unfamiliar to him, but he had never even heard of them before

"There is no need to rush to look through them; these things are already yours." Seeing Chen Ru's curiosity, the old man smiled slightly and said, "Go to sleep first; you still need to return to Shanyang City tomorrow"

These extraordinary books, which have been passed down through countless ages, represent both a history and a cultural heritage. The numerous cultural treasures left behind by our ancestors have largely been lost or damaged in today's society, causing great distress to this elderly gentleman, who holds strong traditional values

Although he felt quite puzzled and confused about the old man's late hour of wakefulness, he still approached the old man and asked softly: "Grandfather, did you need to see me for something?"

As I just pushed the door open, I was surprised to find my grandfather standing in my room. In his hands, he was carefully holding an iron box that appeared to be quite old, its surface covered in rust.

Li Shizhen, styled Dongbi, in his later years self-styled as the recluse of Binhushan, was a native of Qizhou in the North Lake Province of the ancient Zhu Yue Dynasty. He compiled a renowned medical work titled "Bencao" and is also one of the most famous divine doctors in the history of Huaxia.

Alright, I will take a look and then sleep," Chen Ru smiled slightly and said to the old man

Before finishing washing up, I am preparing to return to the room to rest

Today, I suddenly noticed a significant change in my grandson. I was also moved by Wang Derong's words, "Children will always grow up," which led to everything that happened tonight

Chen Yunfei was indeed drawn over and glanced at the "Treatise on Strange Objects" held by Chen Ru. He could not help but explain: "This 'Treatise on Strange Objects' was jointly annotated by the ancestors of the Chen family and the elders of the Medicine King Valley. It contains detailed descriptions of the properties, origins, and uses of various rare flowers, herbs, spiritual birds, and extraordinary beasts. It is an extremely valuable medical document"

Chen Ru was well aware of his grandfather's profound mastery in acupuncture, yet he did not expect him to hold the "Yama Needle" in such high regard. In an instant, his interest in this Yama Needle surged. He opened his mouth wide in astonishment and exclaimed, "So powerful?"

It was around 1:00 AM when Chen Ru finally memorized all the content of the two books. Only then did he turn off the light and go to sleep

Now, coupled with Chen Ru's suddenly enhanced terrifying memory, he has almost completely memorized the graphics and content of this book

Here are two extraordinary books that have been passed down through the Chen family for generations; I now bequeath them to you! You may study them whenever you find yourself with nothing to do. Chen Yunfei's tone carried a hint of melancholy, and a faint trace of sadness flickered in his eyes as he gently handed the iron box to Chen Ru

It seemed that visiting grandfather had plunged him into a state of sadness, so Chen Ru quickly changed the subject and asked, "Then what about this 'Record of Strange Objects'..."

He held the box as if it were his most cherished treasure, gently caressing it with both hands, his face reflecting a deep sense of nostalgia

Such a remarkable individual is indeed a figure whose name will be remembered throughout the ages in the land of Huaxia. Chen Ru's realization that his own ancestor could surpass Li Shizhen in capability was extremely surprising to him, yet he found it hard to believe.

Although it is all written in traditional Chinese characters, Chen Ru learned traditional characters from his elder since childhood and has read a large number of ancient texts. Therefore, he finds it not difficult to understand. This is also the reason why he consistently performs the best in Chinese language exams.

It seemed that Chen Ru had already sensed his presence, and with a slight sigh, he waved his hand to Chen Ru and said, "Come here."

Hehe... Chen Yunfei smiled slightly, his face full of pride, and said: "More than five hundred years ago, my ancestor Mr. He Xiang of the Chen family relied on his mastery of the 'Yama Needle' to dominate the world, overpowering the 'King of Northern Medicine' Li Shizhen, and earned the illustrious title of 'Saint of Southern Needles'"

This acupuncture technique requires the practitioner to transform the five elemental energies within their body to administer acupuncture to the patient. By utilizing the five energies of metal, wood, water, fire, and earth in conjunction with acupuncture, it aims to eliminate the source of illness and to stimulate the supreme acupuncture method that enhances the body's potential and resistance

Half reclining on the bed, Chen Ru carefully flipped through these two medical classics that contained the utmost efforts of the ancestors of the Chen family

"Do not disbelieve." The old man clearly saw what Chen Ru was thinking and continued, "Historical records are always incomplete and will not promote the hidden truths of the people."

The Yanluo Needle, one needle determines life, one needle determines death, possessing the power to seize souls and take lives. I have devoted my entire life to its study, yet I have only scratched the surface.

At this point, Chen Yunfei's expression became even more regretful and sorrowful

Generally speaking, the Labor Day holiday lasts for one week; however, Chen Ru is already a senior in high school and will soon be taking the college entrance examination, so the school only grants a three-day holiday. It can be said that his vacation has already come to an end

Old Master Chen Yunfei could not have imagined that his grandson, through an astonishing adventure, has now achieved significant progress in his cultivation. The strength and purity of his internal energy have reached a level that he can no longer perceive.

Now, Chen Yunfei is advanced in age, and it is feared that he may depart from this world at any moment. Therefore, in helplessness, he has no choice but to place all his hopes on his only grandson. However, for the past three years, Chen Ru has been living in the shadow of the past, and he has endured without speaking out.

"Yan Luo Needle" and "Strange Objects Chronicle"? Chen Ru looked at his grandfather in confusion. His family possessed a vast collection of medical books, yet he had never heard of these two titles

Under the light, Chen Ru was studying this extraordinary treasure with utmost seriousness, not daring to miss a single word

"Strange book?" Chen Rushun casually took the iron box, but was slightly taken aback.

In fact, these two remarkable books were intended by Yun Fei to be passed on to Chen Ru's father, as Chen Yongtai had extensive experience in medicine. However, three years ago, Chen Yongtai tragically passed away in a car accident, and thus could no longer pass on the highest medical skills of the Chen family

Chen Ru found it very strange; the old man usually went to bed quite early and rarely entered his own room. Moreover, judging by his current expression, he seemed somewhat dazed.