Chapter 268: Chapter 257: Conquest
"We’ll know soon enough whether it works!" Xiao Lin laughed and said, then stopped talking, focusing on performing acupuncture on Elder Qin’s acupoints.
At first, Elder Qin didn’t feel much of a difference; it was similar to ordinary acupuncture.
However, when he tried to speak, Elder Qin suddenly felt a subtle warm current flowing from the silver needle into his acupoints, and his whole being seemed to calm down, feeling extremely comfortable!
Then, he saw Xiao Lin pick up another silver needle and insert one into both the Baihui and Shenting points along his Governing Vessel meridian. Soon after, he felt a faint sense of vitality being introduced into these points, giving a sense of clarity, as if his entire brain was immersed in the comfort of a spring full of blossoms, bringing on drowsiness.
As Xiao Lin carefully applied acupuncture to Elder Qin, the others dared not speak much, only silently watching him. The entire living room was filled only with the sound of breathing... and the soft sound of snoring.
Snoring? How could there be snoring?
Everyone’s eyes shifted slightly downward, observing Elder Qin from Yanjing sleeping peacefully, even producing a bit of a snore.
"The effect... is a bit too quick!" Almost everyone had this thought simultaneously. From the moment Xiao Lin applied the needles to hearing the snoring sound, it had only been about two minutes. The once lively Elder Qin was now sleeping like a quiet baby.
Even Liang Tianze, Xu Bin, and Wang Fuming had to be amazed by Xiao Lin’s mysterious acupuncture technique. Three silver needles were inserted into Elder Qin’s head, yet they exhibited such a magical effect. Indeed, traditional Chinese medicine is full of mystery.
At this moment, Elder Qin felt as though he had had a dream, a very long dream...
Five minutes later, Xiao Lin removed the silver needles from Elder Qin’s head one by one, then gently patted him on the shoulder. Only then did Elder Qin slightly open his eyes, looking like someone who just awoke from a deep sleep. Seeing so many doctors and nurses standing around, Elder Qin recalled what had happened earlier.
"Did I just fall asleep?" Elder Qin looked at Xiao Lin incredulously and asked. It was obvious that his current state was like that of someone who had just woken up.
"Yes, Elder Qin won’t need to worry about lack of sleep for a while. I wonder if Elder Qin is willing to trust in Xiao Lin’s medical skills?" Xiao Lin nodded and said.
Elder Qin was completely convinced now. Although it was only a few minutes of rest, it felt like half a day’s worth, with his entire body’s energy and spirit completely revitalized. In particular, he noticed a difference from ordinary acupuncture—the silver needles of Xiao Lin could emit gentle warm currents into the body. Was this the mystery of the Nine Dragons Acupuncture Technique?
Although Elder Qin was very curious about how the Nine Dragons Acupuncture Technique worked, he also knew that now wasn’t the time to ask—such secret knowledge isn’t something everyone can know.
"Not believing now would be unappreciative!" Elder Qin sincerely smiled and said, "I never imagined acupuncture could have such magical properties. I support Dr. Xiao Lin’s proposed treatment plan!" At this point, Elder Qin had nothing more to say. Xiao Lin’s application of the Nine Dragons Acupuncture Technique truly made him experience a sense of amazement, learning such a magical technique lost for hundreds of years, leaving no more doubt about Xiao Lin’s medical expertise.
Although Elder Qin held no official position and was retired, he still held considerable influence at the First Affiliated Hospital of Yan University, having a place in the domestic traditional Chinese medicine community. Known for his stubborn straightforwardness, even Sun Yifei had headaches dealing with him sometimes. Now that Elder Qin wasn’t opposing, Sun Yifei felt half a burden lifted.
Turning back to Liang Tianze, he asked, "Vice Liang, what do you think?"
At this moment, Liang Tianze seemed to act as though it had nothing to do with him previously, calmly saying, "This initial treatment was primarily Elder Qin’s matter. Since Elder Qin has no objections, naturally I have none either!"
"I’ll be responsible for sourcing kidneys and coordinating the equipment and resources they need. Since Dr. Xiao Lin has more confidence than Elder Qin in improving the patient’s health, I have no objections either!" Xu Bin stated directly without waiting for Sun Yifei to ask.
Wang Fuming had even less objection. He was invited by Liang Tianze, and since Liang Tianze had no objections, what could he object to? Besides, the initial dispute didn’t involve him anyway.
"Dr. Xiao Lin’s medical skills are outstanding, and even though I might not treat any patients during this stay, it wasn’t a waste. I hope Dr. Xiao Lin can generously enlighten me!" said Wang Fuming.
Xiao Lin dared not take all the credit and said, "Professor Wang exaggerates. I’ve heard Elder Gao mention you. You are definitely one of the top three doctors in the country in the field of uremia. It’s better for you to lead the kidney transplant surgery. I’ll just handle the preliminary conditioning of the patient’s body and leave the rest out of my hands!"
Wang Fuming was taken aback and asked, "Do you know my mentor?" Elder Gao mentioned by Xiao Lin was Wang Fuming’s revered teacher. After graduating from school, he had always been learning under Elder Gao, owing much to him.
Importantly, Master Gao had been reclusive for the past ten years, not accepting any invitations from medical institutions, focusing solely on enjoying his later years, let alone nurturing newcomers. A few years back, Gao did travel for a while; could it be then that Xiao Lin met Gao?
"I met Elder Gao a few times years ago. How is Elder Gao’s health now?" Xiao Lin smiled and said.
"I visited him just last month, and he’s in good shape!" At this point, Wang Fuming looked at Xiao Lin without a hint of arrogance, and his tone became more harmonious.
Finally, the burden in Sun Yifei’s heart was lifted. Now that nobody opposed Xiao Lin’s treatment plan, the matter was satisfactorily concluded. Smiling, Sun Yifei said, "Since everyone agrees with Dr. Xiao Lin’s treatment plan, let’s leave it at that and wish the expert team every success!" Sun Yifei understood Xiao Lin’s nature well; even if he achieved the main credit, he probably wouldn’t let his name appear in the paper’s author section. If he wanted these honors, he would have been famous long ago.
Afterward, Xiao Lin entered the ward to check on Dan Qing’s health. The condition was relatively stable, showing no signs of recurrence, and the vitality within her body was gradually revealing hints. If this continues, surgery could likely be performed within a month. If the kidney transplant succeeds, Dan Qing would be considered completely recovered.
Sun Yifei didn’t immediately leave but waited for Xiao Lin to finish examining the patient and then invited him, "Commander Xiao, would you like to sit in my office for a while?" (To be continued. If you like this work, please visit Qi Dian () to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)