Under everyone's gaze, Lu Fan took the pulse, then took out silver needles and inserted a few into Xiao Long. Xiao Long then fell into a dazed sleep.
"What's wrong with Xiao Long?" Da Tou asked anxiously. "Is something going to happen?"
"His spirit is unstable right now, so I made him sleep."
Lu Fan spoke as he brought Xiao Long to a room. Just as Da Tou was about to say something, Lu Fan turned and said, "You all wait outside!"
The others dared not speak further and could only obey Lu Fan. Even Gu Wen waited outside, not daring to enter and disturb him easily.
He was very aware that any condition involving the nerves was a complex ailment and could not tolerate any disturbance.
"Is Mr. Lu really capable?" Shen Xiaoxiao worried. "This is no ordinary illness, nor is it something to be trifled with."
"There shouldn't be any problem!" Han Yunhai said confidently. "Mr. Lu has never failed in this regard!"
Gu Wen was secretly surprised. He knew Lu Fan's medical skills were extraordinary, and Han Yunhai's words further confirmed it.
After a long while, Lu Fan was still performing acupuncture. Da Tou, however, grew anxious. "Is he capable or not! What if something happens to Xiao Long, what should I do!"
"If you think he's not capable, then you go treat him," Han Yunhai said abruptly.
Da Tou then dared not say more. Lu Fan was still treating him, and from his demeanor, he seemed to understand medicine. How could he dare to be negligent?
A moment later, Lu Fan emerged from the room, holding a few silver needles in his hand. The needles, however, were stained with blood.
"My child..." Da Tou asked anxiously.
"Since I've taken action, naturally there will be no major issues," Lu Fan stated directly. "You don't need to worry too much! This is a congenital condition, but it has been cured!"
Da Tou was somewhat disbelieving. Xiao Long's illness had existed for many years, and it wasn't as simple as saying it could be cured. He still had great doubts about Lu Fan's medical skills.
However, at this very moment, Xiao Long walked down from the bed. "Dad! I'm hungry!"
Da Tou trembled violently and looked towards Xiao Long. For so many years, Xiao Long had never said he was hungry, indicating that Xiao Long had returned to normal.
"I knew Mr. Lu wouldn't disappoint us," Han Yunhai said with a smile. "Am I right now? Su Dan Novel Network
Gu Wen also quickly nodded, gaining a deeper understanding of Lu Fan's medical skills and feeling even more shocked. Even though their Gu family was a family of medicine and martial arts, they likely couldn't match such medical prowess.
"Thank you, thank you for saving my child." Da Tou quickly knelt.
"A man's knees are made of gold, how can you kneel so easily!" Lu Fan said directly. "For me, it's just a matter of lifting a finger."
"For you, sir, it is indeed a matter of lifting a finger, but for our family, it is a great kindness." Da Tou said gratefully.
Lu Fan didn't say anything more and returned to his room, preparing to rest.
However, Da Tou had prepared fine wine and dishes and brought them directly to Lu Fan's room. "Sir, I have nothing else to thank you with. This is what I harvested from hunting."
"The village isn't well-off, so these things are not simple."
Looking at the dishes on the table, Lu Fan said directly, "Actually, it's not necessary!"
"It's just a small token of my appreciation, sir, you don't need to mind." Da Tou smiled.
Lu Fan didn't refuse. If he didn't eat this meal, Da Tou would likely feel uneasy. Shen Xiaoxiao was even more direct; before Lu Fan could speak, she had already started eating heartily.
"You're quite casual!" Han Yunhai chuckled.
"Aren't you hungry?" Shen Xiaoxiao said directly. "To be able to eat this kind of food in the deep mountains and old forests is priceless."
"This is all thanks to Mr. Lu. Without Mr. Lu, we might not have been treated so well," Han Yunhai said with a faint smile.
"Indeed, without Master's medical skills, we would still have to endure disdainful glances," Gu Wen chimed in.
"That's natural!" Shen Xiaoxiao nodded, placing a pheasant leg in front of Lu Fan. "This meal is all thanks to you. This chicken leg is for you!"
Lu Fan smiled awkwardly, took the chicken leg, and began to eat.
Meanwhile, in the square of Niutou Village, many villagers were discussing animatedly, praising Lu Fan as a divine doctor who had cured Xiao Long's illness.
"Da Tou, you should accompany them up the mountain tomorrow," the old village chief said. "They cured Xiao Long's illness, and we must repay them!"
"I was thinking the same thing!" Da Tou nodded. "They are unfamiliar with the area. If anything happens to them on Niutou Mountain, they won't be able to control it. If I take them, it will be much safer."
The old village chief nodded slightly, like a wise man, as if everything needed his arrangement for Niutou Village to function.
However, as they were talking, several figures appeared outside the village, immediately making the people of Niutou Village vigilant.
After all, outsiders hadn't visited Niutou Village for a long time, and the sudden arrival of two groups made them noticeably uneasy.
"Prepare good wine and dishes, we will be staying here tonight," said Young Master Zhu.
However, several men from Niutou Village were not buying it. "Strangers are not allowed in here, you should leave quickly!"
"What are you talking about? This is a desolate mountain, and it's already so dark. Where do you expect us to go?"
Yang Haibo said indignantly, "Just tell us how much money it will cost. As long as you can serve us comfortably, bring out good wine and dishes!"
"Gentlemen, our Niutou Village does not accept outsiders."
Da Tou walked over. "I hope you gentlemen won't make a fuss. It's already evening, and some villagers have already gone to sleep."
The reason Da Tou stopped them was because these people were carrying weapons, especially the bodyguards behind them, who did not look like good people, completely unlike Lu Fan and his companions.
"Stop with the nonsense, we're staying here tonight," Young Master Zhu said directly. "Hurry up and prepare the beds. We're exhausted from walking all day!"
Da Tou and the others remained unmoved, still standing there. Without the village chief's permission, he would never let anyone enter the village, especially since these people didn't seem like troublemakers. If they caused trouble in the village, wouldn't that be worrying?
"If you continue to block the way, don't blame us for being impolite."
Yang Haibo's expression was unfriendly. "It's already giving you face to be able to stay in your village. Why don't you find out about my reputation in Chu Prefecture, Yang Haibo."
"If you act recklessly, don't blame us for being impolite either." Da Tou said angrily. "Don't think we're just a few people. Niutou Village still has many villagers. If it really comes to a fight, you won't be able to handle it."
"You've got some nerve!" Yang Haibo was furious. "Smash this kid for me!"
"Young Master Yang," Young Master Liu quickly stepped forward. "This is, after all, a village, and there are quite a few people. If it really comes to a fight, we'll be at a disadvantage!"
Yang Haibo frowned. He was not a pushover and naturally wouldn't care about dealing with these uncivilized people.
Da Tou did not show any sign of retreat; instead, his expression was cold. This was Niutou Village, and it was not a place for others to act wildly.