First Update.
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In the Wu Family residence.
The hall was filled with people. Cai Pingyuan sat on the main seat, which was originally Elder Wu's seat. However, with Cai Pingyuan's seniority and qualifications, there was no problem for him to sit there.
Sitting on both sides of the main seats were the two level 6 experts of the Wu Family's second generation, the dignified Wu Ming and the slightly sloppy Wu Hai. However, at this moment, their expressions were incomparably solemn.
Below them were Elder Wu's nephews and disciples. That was to say, they were the only ones who could sit.
As for Luo Xi, Elder Wu's grandson, grandson, grandnephew, and so on, they could only stand at the back and listen with their ears. However, without the permission of their elders, they absolutely could not speak nonsense in such an environment. Otherwise, they would be punished by the family law.
Elder Wu was not young anymore. Furthermore, he had walked through the war years. His uncles and brothers were all dead. He was the only elder in the Wu Family, so there was no need to quarrel over the right to speak.
Not to mention that now was the time to discuss Elder Wu's illness. Whoever still wanted to fight for power at this time was purely seeking their own death.
As a top family, the only symbol was that the Wu Family had a Grandmaster level expert. Once the Grandmaster level expert died, perhaps it would not take long before the Wu Family would also decline. Those previous enemies would also come to seek revenge.
This Jianghu was never as peaceful as it seemed on the surface. The internal strife was rather dangerous. Only when one's fist was strong enough, big enough, and hard enough, could one have a firm foothold in the Jianghu.
Otherwise … it would be like those small gangs in the underworld. At any time, it could be overturned. At any time, it could disappear into the crowd and become an ordinary passerby in the Jianghu. Perhaps one day, it would be chased by the enemy and die an unnatural death.
"What is everyone's opinion? Speak up …"
Although Cai Pingyuan sat on the main seat, he did not open his mouth. It was also not suitable for him to open his mouth. He was only a witness. The real person in charge was still the eldest of the Wu Family, Wu Ming.
"Big Brother, that Xiao Qin is not old. Can his words be trusted?
I'm sorry, Martial Uncle Cai. I know Xiao Qin is your disciple, but this is a serious matter. I hope you can understand … "
In the Wu Family, the only one who could talk to Wu Ming as an equal was the second brother, Wu Hai. He only cared about practicing martial arts and did not care about other interests. He was unmarried, so he did not have any conflicts of interest with Wu Ming. The relationship between the two brothers had always been very good.
At this time, he had to stand up and say something. However, his biggest question was how trustworthy Qin Fang's words were.
"This …"
Wu Ming was also stunned. He had just witnessed the process of Qin Fang's acupuncture, so he should have a certain degree of trust in his heart. However, this was only his own opinion, and he could not prove it to the other brothers.
"Wu Hai, although Qin Fang is young, his medical skills are quite good, especially his acupuncture skills, which are even more superb.
I won't hide it from you. Originally, I planned to let Qin Fang go directly to Jin City, but Old Ma specially called me and asked me to bring Qin Fang over to take a look … "
At this time, Cai Pingyuan stood up and explained the facts. Just as he said, bringing Qin Fang over was not really just to show off to his old friends when they were visiting, but because Old Ma really called to look for him.
"Even Old Ma said so …"
Hearing Cai Pingyuan's words, many people were surprised, but at the same time, they silently believed it in their hearts.
Qin Fang might be a nobody, but to be able to gain the respect of Old Cai and Old Ma, it was impossible for him to not have some real ability.
With this said, the Wu Family's resistance was obviously reduced by a lot. However, one by one, they lowered their heads. They had to decide whether to let Old Master Wu wake up for a few minutes to make arrangements for his funeral, or continue to drag it out until they had no choice but to use this method.
However, judging from Old Master Wu's current situation, this time should be like what Qin Fang said, which was a matter of two or three days.
"Let's all talk. Old Master Wu may not have much time left. We can't drag it out any longer!
Let me express my opinion first. I think we should ask Qin Fang for help to wake the old man up and explain to us … And, the most important thing is, we need to know who the murderer is! "
Seeing that everyone was silent, Wu Ming also understood their thoughts. They did not dare to easily take on such a big responsibility, but Wu Ming had already made a decision in his heart.
"Murderer …"
Almost when they heard this word, a trace of fierceness flashed through everyone's eyes. Those who could enter here were all Old Master Wu's trusted aides, nephews, or disciples. They had deep feelings for Old Master Wu. However, Old Master Wu was harmed by a thief. Not to mention that they could not save him, they could not even find the murderer. They felt quite guilty in their hearts.
At this moment, Old Master Wu was the only one who knew. However, he was now in a coma and could die at any time. If they could not find the murderer until Old Master Wu died, these nephews and disciples would not have the face to see their master.
"I agree with Big Brother's opinion!"
Wu Hai, the second son of the Wu Family, immediately raised his hand to express his opinion. Although he was a martial arts fanatic, he had the deepest respect for his father. It was because of such a strong father that his son, who had ordinary aptitude, could achieve what he had today.
"I also agree!"
"I agree …"
"I agree …"
Therefore, everyone present expressed their agreement one after another. The most unified thought in their minds was to find the murderer and take revenge!
"Uncle, uncle … there is hope!
There is hope!
There is hope for Grandfather … "
At this moment, Luo Xi rushed in while panting. She was holding the prescription that Qin Fang had written for her. Her face was filled with excitement.
"Qian Qian, don't mess around!"
Luo Youheng saw his daughter's expression. Although he knew that his daughter was worried about Old Master Wu's condition, now that everyone was discussing important matters, Luo Xi rushed in so recklessly. It was really too unruly. He did not want his daughter to be punished because of this, so he immediately reprimanded her loudly …
"Dad, don't speak first …"
Usually, Luo Xi was very afraid of her father. However, Luo Xi did not cower this time. Instead, she forcefully retorted and then waved the prescription in her hand.
"This is the antidote prescription that I got from Qin Fang. He said that as long as all the ingredients are gathered before 5 pm, he has a way to make the antidote …"
Luo Xi's abnormal behavior stunned Wu Ming, Wu Hai, Luo Youheng, and the rest of the Wu Family. Everyone's eyes focused on the piece of paper in her hand.
Even Cai Pingyuan was no exception. At least, Qin Fang had said that he did not have any good ideas. Now that he suddenly took out such a prescription, Cai Pingyuan was also a little confused and did not know if it was real or fake.
However, based on his understanding of Qin Fang, this prescription should be real. It was just that he did not take it out for some reason.
"Let me see …"
Cai Pingyuan immediately said. Wu Ming and Wu Hai were also stunned and immediately gestured to Luo Xi.
Luo Xi did not hesitate and immediately passed the prescription to Cai Pingyuan.
After receiving the prescription, Cai Pingyuan looked at the ingredients very seriously. As expected, he frowned and then passed the prescription to Wu Ming.
When Wu Ming received the prescription, he carefully read through it and frowned. However, his reaction was slightly better than Cai Pingyuan's and he passed the prescription back to Cai Pingyuan …
"Uncle Cai, what do you think?"
Wu Ming did not come to a conclusion. Instead, he asked for Cai Pingyuan's opinion.
"It's hard for me to say. Many of the ingredients are not easy to find. However, I think Qin Fang is not joking about these things. He is not such a person … You guys decide!"
Cai Pingyuan did not say much. He vaguely understood Qin Fang's intention. However, the final decision still had to be made by the Wu Family. After all, he was an outsider. However, he still expressed his support for Qin Fang.
After saying this, Cai Pingyuan immediately stood up. As for the specifics, he still needed to ask Qin Fang to know more.
"Qin Fang, how confident are you?"
Cai Pingyuan's expression was also very serious. At this point, it was not just Qin Fang's matter alone. It was also related to the entire Wu Family and even the relationship between the Wu and Cai Families.
"If I can find all the ingredients within the time limit, I have a sixty percent chance of success. If I can successfully concoct the antidote pill, I have an eighty percent chance of success … As for the remaining twenty percent, I can only leave it to fate!"
Qin Fang's words were very certain.
If the detoxification elixir could be made, then there was indeed a very high chance of success. As for the remaining 20%, it depended on whether the efficacy of the elixir could reach the level of removing the Five Poisons Powder in Elder Wu's body.
This was not something Qin Fang could control. The efficacy of the elixir was related to the level of pharmaceutical skills. Even if Qin Fang wanted to increase his proficiency, he did not have that much time and energy.
"80% …"
Hearing such a number, Cai Pingyuan was more or less shocked.
Generally, when performing an operation in a hospital, even if there was only a 50% chance of success, people would still gamble. Now, Qin Fang had at least 60%, or even 80% confidence, which could be said to be quite high.
At this time, Cai Pingyuan was actually already tempted. However, this was the Wu Family, and the final decision maker was still the Wu Family people. If they felt that 80% confidence was still too low, then it would be useless no matter how tempted he was.
"80%!"
Not only did Elder Cai hear Qin Fang's answer, Wu Ming, who had just entered, also happened to hear the conversation between the master and disciple. Especially when he heard Qin Fang say that he had 80% confidence, his face was filled with indescribable surprise and astonishment, but at the same time, there was also a burst of intense joy.
"Xiao Qin, is what you said true?
You really have 80% confidence? "
However, Wu Ming was really worried that he had misheard. He immediately took two steps forward excitedly, his hands clasping Qin Fang's shoulders on both sides, and asked very excitedly. A pair of bright and spirited eyes revealed deep excitement and joy.
"There's no problem with the herbs, there's not a big problem here …"
Qin Fang nodded. He could say this directly. The real difficulty was whether the Wu Family people could find enough materials for Qin Fang before 5 pm, so that he could start refining the Detoxification Elixir.
If the materials were not enough, Qin Fang had to rush back to Ninghai to get them. This would waste a lot of time. Qin Fang himself could not guarantee that he could rush back before Elder Wu completely passed away. Or, when he rushed back, Elder Wu would be a lamp without oil. Then, even if Qin Fang had the Detoxification Elixir in hand, he would still be unable to save the situation.
"I've already sent people to prepare the materials. Although there are a few that are rare, there shouldn't be a big problem. I believe that they can be gathered very quickly …"
Wu Ming had already obtained the prescription from Luo Xi. At that time, he still had some doubts in his heart. Many people in the Wu Family even doubted Qin Fang's ability. However, now that Elder Wu was terminally ill and could die at any time, this was not something that anyone in the Wu Family wanted to see.
Although the materials were precious and hard to find, after Wu Ming saw it, he did not show any helplessness. This was because these things could be found. If the Wu Family mobilized all their power, it was estimated that a large batch of materials could be transported up the mountain in a short time.
"Then there's no problem!"
Qin Fang nodded. "Senior Wu, please prepare a quiet room for me. The Detoxification Elixir needs a very quiet environment to complete. The success rate of the Detoxification Elixir is also higher …"
"That's not a problem at all. I've already prepared it for you. Go directly to the study in the backyard. There, no one will disturb you …"
Wu Ming nodded and quickly agreed. As for whether it was arranged or not, this was not important. He only needed to prepare it for Qin Fang when the time came.
Things were just as Wu Ming said. The Wu Family had an incomparably strong influence in the vicinity of Mount Lu. Their strength even penetrated into every aspect.
In the prescription that Qin Fang proposed, there were many things that were rather obscure, such as the saliva of a poisonous snake, venom, snake eyes, snake gall, toad tongue, bee hive, bear gall …
In short, they were rather bizarre, making people feel that it was simply nonsense. However, what really troubled Qin Fang the most was the stalk of old Ganoderma that was at least 200 years old. Ginseng of the same age would also work. This was a necessary ingredient. If the age was insufficient, the failure rate of the Detoxification Elixir Refining Technique would be much higher.
However, at this time, it was also time for the Wu Family to show their strength. Originally, Qin Fang had estimated that they would need six hours to complete the collection. In the end, it only took four hours. Wu Ming had already received the news that all the materials had been collected and were being transported to the Wu Family's old house.
As for the required tools, although there was no time to customize them, the equipment in the nearby school's laboratory could still be used.
(To be continued.
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