Chapter 7: Prescription

Yin Zhengzhong received it with both hands, his eyes shining brightly. He extended his hand and gently stroked the bordered black rattan, his fingers even trembling slightly. As if in a murmured self-talk, he said: "Is this the Wuyang wood? Could it be that the legend is true, and such a supreme yang spiritual object really exists in the world?"

Xiao Fan smiled and said: "There is no need to worry about this; talent is the essence of all things... Brother Deng, with such a Yang object by your side, combined with your decades of practice of the Red Sand Palm, your internal Yang energy is exceedingly strong. However, excessive Yang energy can harm the soul. Now that the illness has penetrated to the marrow, simply taking Dragon Head and Phoenix Tail Grass will not yield ideal results; it only addresses the symptoms, not the root cause. If Brother Deng trusts my words, I can prescribe a remedy for you. Perhaps it can mitigate the harm caused by the Wu Yang Wood."

This black vine appears dull and unremarkable

Xiao Fan smiled and casually asked, "Brother Deng, where did you get this box?"

It is not surprising to say that Wuyangmu resembles a teapot, while Deng Tongtian is akin to a teacup. If the teacup is larger than the teapot, it can effortlessly contain all the water from the teapot. Conversely, if the teacup is smaller than the teapot, the tea will overflow. Deng Tongtian's mistake lies in his inability to gauge the right measure; by constantly keeping Wuyangmu by his side, the tea from the teapot continuously pours into the teacup, regardless of whether he can handle it or not

Xiao Fan nodded with a light smile

Master Chen Qi stood calmly in front of the two.

A row of about ten burly men blocked the entrance to the trading hall completely, some of whom held gleaming machetes in their hands, radiating a chilling and piercing cold light

He and the book slowly placed the warm jade into a small yellowish box. Although this high-quality fire rock warm jade only retained about 10 to 20 percent of its spiritual energy, it should still be sufficient to keep the Wuyang wood "warm" for about another month.

Deng Tongtian was not angry but rather pleased

Deng Tongtian nodded in agreement without hesitation, his tone having become much less rigid, even turning quite respectful

Good

He is not a talkative person; his lengthy discussion with Deng Tongtian just now is indeed an exception. When treating patients, one must clarify the background and details; otherwise, it would be misleading.

Yin Zhengzhong looked at the small handbag that Xin Lin was carrying, his eyes filled with evident surprise and confusion

After a moment of caressing, Yin Zhengzhong handed the small box back with both hands, raised his head to look at Xiao Fan, and asked earnestly.

As the saying goes, outsiders watch the excitement while insiders see the essence. Most of the onlookers do not understand martial arts and cannot discern anything significant, yet he is fully aware of the situation. In fact, he just exchanged a move with Xiao Fan.

Deng Tongtian took the prescription with both hands and examined it carefully twice. He was also well-versed in pharmacology and could discern the authenticity of the prescription. Although there were still some subtle details he could not fully comprehend, he believed that someone as accomplished as Xiao Fan would not harm him without reason

Wuyang wood, Wuyang wood... By the way, isn't this what Master Chen Qi was inquiring about?

Thank you! My name is Deng Tongtian. In the future, if you need my assistance, just say a word

Upon reviewing the method of guiding qi that Xiao Fan had written for him, although it was merely a few simple lines, Deng Tongtian secretly followed the circulation of his breath through two cycles, and the heat throughout his body was immediately alleviated, indicating that it was highly effective.

That is correct. Although Zhengyang wood also has the effect of gathering Yang energy, it is not the same as Wuyang wood and cannot be compared at all. If Zhengyang wood and Wuyang wood are placed together, the result will be the same as your piece of fiery warm jade; within a year, all the Yang energy will be completely absorbed by the Wuyang wood.

Good

Mr. Xiao, please hold on

Practitioners of martial arts must not only be physically strong but also possess a keen sense of vision and a highly developed so-called sixth sense. It is difficult to imagine that a person with a dull sixth sense could achieve a high level of proficiency in martial arts

The faint aura of righteousness emanating from Xiao Fan is something that, as a martial arts expert, he can fully perceive

Over the years, relying on the nourishing energy of the Wuyang wood, Deng Tongtian has cultivated the Hongsha Palm to an exceptionally high level, even surpassing his father, who originally taught him the technique. However, his body has also begun to show signs of trouble. Although he has been forcefully suppressing it, outsiders cannot perceive anything amiss. Yet, just because others cannot see the illness within him does not mean he is unaware of it himself

This young man is unexpectedly a top expert

Deng Tongtian appeared and disappeared unexpectedly, leaving the onlookers in a state of bewilderment, feeling quite perplexed

The elderly man clasped his hands, leaned on his cane, and slowly departed

Xiao Fan's demeanor is exceptionally gentle, devoid of any hint of ferocity, subtly exuding the aura of a sovereign. Unbeknownst to him, Deng Tongtian is greatly impressed.

This seemingly pale, quiet, and somewhat slender young man effortlessly broke through the decades of mastery of the red sand palm technique, which had been honed through years of hard work, simply by raising a little finger, leaving Deng Tongtian with no choice but to concede.

Mr. Xiao, please hold on

It is uncertain whether it is true or false

Brother Deng is being modest

Is it really possible to exchange something that even five hundred grams of premium wild dragon head and phoenix tail grass cannot obtain, simply for a so-called "prescription" that is so lightly regarded?

At this point, Deng Tongtian had no more doubts and deeply bowed to Xiao Fan

So much time has passed that everyone has completely forgotten about this matter

As for more details, Xiao Fan was unwilling to elaborate further

There are paper and pens available on the coffee table. This is in consideration of some guests who are particularly cautious and reluctant to engage in verbal communication, allowing the host to conveniently prepare paper and pens for guests to communicate in writing.

Xin Lin took out the ochre-colored rattan box from her bag and handed it to Yin Zhengzhong.

Deng Tongtian even began to stutter, especially when discussing the matter of absorbing Yang energy, which made him shiver uncontrollably. Growing up in the mountains where the Miao and Yao people reside, he had heard many strange legends since childhood, and he believed in them.

Just as Yin Zhengzhong had left, Xiao Fan and Xin Lin were stopped again

The external martial arts of utmost rigidity and dominance, if complemented by profound internal techniques, can achieve what Xiao Fan described as the harmony of yin and yang, the cultivation of both internal and external aspects, ultimately reaching the pinnacle of mastery

Isn't this thing becoming sentient, like a monster

As Xiao Fan and Xin Lin were about to leave the trading hall, Yin Zhengzhong suddenly approached from the side and said politely

Xiao Fan continued to speak in a gentle and refined manner

I did not expect to suddenly appear here

Even Deng Tongtian, who possesses a small box, claims that this is Zhengyang wood, not Wuyang wood

Mr. Xiao, could you show me that thing from just now ... www.hetushu.com ...?

This is rather "legendary"

Deng Tongtian replied simply

However, Xiao Fan is clearly different

Mr. Xiao, I would like to inquire how Mr. Xiao knows that this is genuine Wuyang wood and not Zhengyang wood

The "Wuji Art Collection" is the supreme scripture of the Wuji Sect, where Xiao Fan resides, standing apart from the Daoist classics and forming its own unique system. In the world, very few people are aware of it, and even if Xiao Fan were to speak of it, Yin Zhengzhong might not fully comprehend it in a short time.

If it truly comes to a life-and-death struggle, Deng Tongtian estimates that he cannot hold out for long

The old man in my family occasionally received this in his later years and passed it on to me

Yin Zhengzhong hurriedly said: "It is my ignorance... I remember hearing about Wuyangmu during my early years in the Yellow Sea. Unfortunately, I have never had the chance to see the real thing. Today, being able to witness it with my own eyes is indeed a wish fulfilled... Mr. Xiao, Miss Xin, I apologize for the interruption"

The "Wuji Art Collection" records: Wuyangmu absorbs the essence of the earth's fire, being the second most yang in the world. Apart from the fire unicorn's horn, all fire spirits in the world are restrained by it, yet it can "nurture people." The Creator is truly remarkable

Xiao Fan picked up the pen and quickly wrote a prescription, handing it to Deng Tongtian, saying: "Brother Deng, if you take the medicine according to this prescription and continue for a year without interruption, it can alleviate the damage caused by excessive Yang energy. Additionally, I have written a method for guiding Qi; you should follow this method to direct the Yang energy within your body, gradually placing it in the Dantian, and then spend three to five years slowly transforming it for your own use. Brother Deng, the Red Sand Palm is extremely rigid and Yang, exceptionally domineering. To reach the pinnacle of mastery, it is essential to harmonize Yin and Yang, and cultivate both internally and externally, which is the correct path. Relying solely on external forces for assistance, while being vigorous and diligent, can sometimes backfire; haste makes waste."

Could it be that Deng Tongtian has suddenly lost his mind

Xiao Fan smiled and said: "Old Yin, because the Wuyang wood is extremely rare, it is not recorded in the 'Shennong Bencao Jing', 'Bencao Gangmu', and 'Bencao Jing Jizhu'"

Xiao Fan then stopped, smiling as he looked at Yin Zhengzhong

Deng Tongtian is not only a master of martial arts, but also well-versed in pharmacology. As a gatherer of medicinal herbs, he prescribed remedies for himself, treating both sides, yet he did not see much improvement.

With just this move, he fell flat on his face

After hearing the name "Wuyangmu" several times, some onlookers finally recalled it and couldn't help but exclaim. A couple of years ago, Chen Guo and Lao Liu had inquired about the so-called "Wuyangmu" from these major herbal merchants. Since everyone had neither seen nor heard of it, they could only shake their heads in confusion.

Deng Tongtian is quite carefree

Upon hearing Xiao Fan's words, Deng Tongtian was certain that the problem lay with the "Zhengyang Wood." He had vaguely heard his father mention that "Zhengyang Wood" is a supreme tonic of utmost yang energy, a rare treasure for martial artists practicing yang-based techniques, providing nourishing yang energy that makes cultivation significantly more effective. However, his father had never informed him that excessive nourishment from yang energy could backfire on oneself.

However, I have carried this thing with me for many years, yet I have never seen it; it absorbs my vital energy

If someone who does not understand martial arts were to say this to him, Deng Tongtian would certainly not believe it

Deng Tongtian nodded, picked up the fifth-grade wild ginseng, turned around and left, weaving through the crowd of onlookers, and in an instant, he had exited the trading hall