Chapter 8 Preparation

However, in the next moment, the menacing head of the black dog poked in from outside the door, baring its teeth at He Ying as if it wanted to tear him apart alive.

However, Your Highness, Lord He Ying has brought three carts of medical books, stating that he must see you no matter what

About ten days later, several hundred medical books were gradually collected. This efficiency is naturally not due to transcription, but rather direct acquisition; otherwise, if one were to transcribe them one by one, it would take an indefinite amount of time.

What is the point of staging palace intrigues here every day? Once my strength increases in the future, with a single slap, who would dare to be disobedient? Those who are disobedient will all be thrown into a mass grave and buried on the spot

"If they offer you something, just accept it all, and we will split it three to seven." Before Wu Ping could leave the study, he heard Wu Mingkong say this, nearly causing his legs to give way in fear. Accepting things in private is a matter that can be significant or trivial, entirely depending on how the master perceives it. Now, with Wu Mingkong's hint, Wu Ping immediately spoke up.

Since Your Highness is preoccupied with various matters and cannot attend to Lord He, it would be better to wait until Your Highness has some free time to discuss poetry with Lord He next time

Wu Mingkong furrowed his brow; he did not recognize who the Grand Tutor He Ying was. However, judging by the situation, it seemed he was someone from his cheap older brother, the Crown Prince. What could be the reason for this unexpected visit to seek out a marginal prince like him?

Wu Mingkong turned around, his expression indifferent: "Lord He, it is sufficient that the gift has arrived; there is no need for your kind intentions. Please do not trouble me without reason."

He attempted to throw the silver needles in the manner of throwing darts, aiming to hit the acupoints

He Ying is also aware of the meaning behind these words; this is an expulsion, and it is not a hint, but a clear indication.

If someone has offered a favor, it is essential to respond with courtesy.

"Yes, Your Highness." Wu Ping left the study in a state of great anxiety. In fact, he had indeed received something, but he had not paid much attention to it before. Now it seemed that His Highness the King of Qin was quite concerned about this matter. In his ears, Wu Mingkong's words were nothing short of a reprimand.

He Ying was startled by Wu Mingkong's indifferent words, staring blankly as Wu Mingkong walked away, while Heizi let out a low, hoarse bark that sounded like a warning, and then followed Wu Mingkong as he left

"No need for formalities, I must thank Lord He for these three carts of medical books." Wu Mingkong expressed his gratitude directly and then prepared to leave: "I have some minor matters to attend to, so I will not accompany Lord He any longer. Wu Ping will fetch a large prescription to help restore Lord He's health."

"Your Highness, King Qin..." He Ying looked at Wu Ping, contemplating his words, while Wu Ping gazed at He Ying with a calm expression. Although He Ying was a person of the Crown Prince, if he were to speak disrespectfully, he would likely have to pay a price.

"Not seeing you." Wu Mingkong directly refused. Although he was not afraid of trouble, he found it bothersome. If he were to meet, it was likely that some nonsensical issues would arise again

This act, He Ying has never encountered such shameless individuals despite being an official for many years. They accepted the benefits, and after a brief thank you upon meeting, they left. Such audacity is something I have never witnessed in my life.

Since His Highness the King of Qin has matters to attend to, I shall take my leave first. He Ying waved his sleeve, feeling a surge of anger within him. Not only did he gain nothing, but he also lost three carts of books. Although these were merely medical texts and not works of great sages, it still left him feeling unsettled.

Your Highness, will your actions not offend His Royal Highness the Crown Prince? Wu Ping expressed some concern.

He reached out to take the towel handed to him by the servant beside him and wiped the sweat from his forehead, concluding today's practice. He then turned to check whether the medicine he had adjusted yesterday was ready.

He Ying saw Wu Mingkong approaching and hurriedly stood up to pay his respects: "I am He Ying, and I pay my respects to His Highness, the Qin Wang."

In fact, he also noticed Wu Ping's fearful demeanor, but he chose to ignore it. His primary goal now is to enrich himself and then begin tackling the next dungeon, in order to start his cultivation as soon as possible

After He Ying left, Wu Ping saw Wu Mingkong reading medical books in the study, which were the three carts of medical books sent by He Ying

"Yes, Your Highness." With Wu Mingkong having spoken, Wu Ping could only follow his orders.

Wu Mingkong directly made a blunt remark and then lifted his leg, preparing to leave; the entire exchange took no more than one minute.

Wu Mingkong did not immediately reopen the dungeon, but instead honed his skills in his residence, acquired medicinal materials, and awaited medical texts

Discussing interests? This is even more absurd; what interests could he possibly have

Wu Mingkong also paused upon hearing this: "Then let's meet."

There is no longer an urgent need for medical texts; the primary focus is now on acquiring medicinal materials. He intends to manufacture a poison, one that is lethal and acts quickly upon contact with blood, and this poison is currently in the experimental stage.

He could not express his anger here in the Qin King's residence

Speaking of brotherhood? Don't joke around, it has been over ten years since we last had any contact. What kind of brotherhood is there? Even the bond between brothers born of the same parents has faded.

His Royal Highness the King of Qin is indeed quite unconventional. He He Ying also realized that he had misspoken; as a Grand Tutor to the Crown Prince, commenting on other princes was an act that could offend the Crown Prince, so he chose the more neutral term "unconventional" to describe him.

"Your Highness, King Qin, please hold on." He Ying looked at Wu Mingkong, who was about to exit the reception room, and quickly spoke up, wanting to call him back.

However, in reality, Wu Mingkong did not have such intentions; he purely wanted to share in the profits. He did not mind if his subordinates received money, but isn't it somewhat inappropriate for you to collect money under my name without giving me a share

At first, it was extremely unfamiliar, but with a foundation in medical skills, Wu Mingkong began to gradually adjust his methods of exertion. While it cannot be said that he was always accurate, he was at least highly reliable, achieving a level of precision that could be considered certain.

What he is currently doing is practicing acupuncture, but the method of practice is somewhat different

Wuping led the way ahead, and soon arrived at the reception area

In the previous copy of the Baiyun Medical Hall, Wu Mingkong had already established a solid foundation in medical skills. Now, he can fully digest these medical texts after just a single reading, and he does so at a speed akin to reading ten lines at a glance

Just as he had taken a couple of steps, the steward Wu Ping hurriedly approached: "Your Highness, His Excellency He Ying, the Grand Tutor to the Crown Prince, requests an audience."

Your Highness, I do not ...

Wu Mingkong did not even glance at Wu Ping: "Offend? Offering flattery without cause, either a traitor or a thief. If the Crown Prince were not interested in something about me, why would he send a letter? Just wait, there might be more visitors this afternoon. When others come, you should drive them away just as I demonstrated earlier. If you lack confidence, bring along Heizi to bolster your courage."

"I just want to point something out, just remember it." Wu Mingkong directly interrupted Wu Ping's words, his tone very calm