Xu Xian nodded slightly and said, "That's right, but I've only completed a small part, the rest will have to rely on everyone's strength."
All the doctors were surprised, but they all had some understanding in their hearts.
Zheng Taisheng said, "Doctor Xu, are you saying that we should write this book?"
Xu Xian nodded and said, "That's right.
This medical book is called 'Compendium of Materia Medica', and it needs all the famous doctors in Suzhou to finish it together. "
Zheng Taisheng hesitated and said, "I'm afraid that won't be easy!
We all have business to do, we don't have the time! "
Xu Xian said, "Since I'm the president and the chief editor of this book, I must ask everyone to make time to manage this matter."
But he had just arrived, he hadn't shown any kindness, he hadn't established his prestige, so someone immediately said with dissatisfaction, "Doctor Xu, although you're the president, you can't force everyone to write a book!"
The others echoed, "That's right, that's right!" Writing a book was a good thing, but no one liked to do unpaid labor.
The money saved up in the temple could be used for eating, drinking and gatherings. Why bother to compile a book?
Xu Xian had already expected this and said, "Bring the things in."
Immediately they saw Xiaoqing and the five ghosts carrying a large box in. Under everyone's surprised gaze, Xu Xian went forward and opened the box. The shining white silver immediately dazzled everyone's eyes, it was the consultation fee for Gifted Scholar Zhao's treatment.
A few thousand taels of silver was not a small amount, it was very impactful when placed together like this.
If there was something that could speak louder than one ingot of silver, then it would be two ingots of silver.
All the doctors looked at it in a daze, they wished that it was their own.
Zheng Taisheng said, "Xu, Doctor Xu, what is the meaning of this?" Imperceptibly, even his tone became a bit more polite.
Xu Xian smiled faintly and said, "Naturally, I won't let everyone work for free. This is the funds for the compilation of the book, and it's all for everyone." In order to improve efficiency, this bit of expenditure was necessary.
Everyone was in an uproar, discussing spiritedly.
Xu Xian clapped his hands, the hall immediately quieted down.
"Everyone must be wondering what I, Xu Xian, am planning to do.
I'm sure you all know that I'm an Elementary Scholar, a student of Jintian College. My teacher is the Crown Prince's Grand Tutor, and I travel around the palace.
Why did he have to come to Suzhou to run a small medicine shop and become the leader of the Three Sovereigns Ancestral Master Guild?
And now, you're funding this medical book yourself? "
Everyone looked at him, waiting for him to continue.
But when they heard that Xu Xian's teacher was already the Crown Prince's Grand Preceptor, it still caused a small ripple.
Although they didn't know how high the position of the Crown Prince's Grand Preceptor was, since it was related to the Crown Prince, it must be very important!
Back then, he had been urged by Zhang De 'an to go against him, but he had really eaten too much.
Xu Xian continued, "For the sake of the world, for the sake of the common people, for the sake of future generations!
He had no choice but to do so.
Not only do I want to write this book, but I also want to raise funds to publish it to the world. "These words were close to empty, but it was Xu Xian's true thoughts at the moment.
All the physicians were a little moved. "Practicing medicine to help the world, blessing the common people." Which physician hadn't thought of this before? But as time passed, this spirit was gradually worn away!
Even if one only wanted to practice medicine to make a living, who could say no in the face of righteousness?
But in the world of mortals, righteousness alone was obviously not enough.
Xu Xian casually picked up a book and said, "Your names will also be printed on it, and it will be spread around the world, and passed down to future generations.
If future generations read this book, they will definitely remember your names. "
When everyone heard this, they were fascinated. A thousand years of traditional education made the people of the country unable to let go of the word "name".
No matter if it was the emperor, the general, or the common people, there was no exception.
Even Wen Tianxiang said, "Leave a loyal heart to shine in the green of history." The green of history was the book of history.
A person who did not care about fame, wealth, or even life would always want to leave their name in history.
But loving fame was not a bad thing. On the contrary, it was an expression of cherishing one's life.
As long as a person cherished their reputation, even if they were hypocritical, they would always have some considerations when doing things.
If they really became the so-called true vile person who 'went straight to the heart', then they would really do all kinds of evil and have no bottom line to speak of.
Nowadays, the moral degeneration of the world was probably because there were too many true vile people who 'laughed at the poor but not at the prostitutes'!
Xu Xian's words hit these people's soft spot.
Their eyes lit up and they all changed their minds, saying, "Doctor Xu, I will follow you.
But forgive me for being blunt, in the medical book that you compiled just now, there were quite a lot of mistakes and omissions. If I don't change them, wouldn't I be laughed at by future generations? "
"That's right, that's right. Just now, I saw that astragalus can treat diarrhea. Isn't this nonsense?"
Xu Xian was overjoyed. No matter what kind of moral character these people had, they still had decades of experience in medicine, so they still had some foundation.
Mutual verification and discussion would definitely be of great help to this book.
But there were still two or three people who were hesitant.
Xu Xian glanced at them and said, "I am the leader of the government faction. As long as I am here, I will always be the leader.
Compiling this book is the most important thing I will do during my tenure as the leader. No matter who tries to obstruct me or do it half-heartedly, they will be the enemy of the Three Sovereigns Ancestral Master Sect.
When this book is finished, I plan to resign from the position of leader and recommend someone to ask the government to appoint a new leader. "
Originally, the position of leader of the Three Sovereigns Ancestral Master Sect was rotational and everyone had a share.
But Xu Xian's position as the leader of the government faction would not be rotational. He could really be the leader for as long as he wanted.
Now that Xu Xian said this, which one of them didn't want to see Xu Xian take over the position of leader?
After the crowd agreed loudly, they dispersed.
Xu Xian also secretly heaved a sigh of relief and sat back on the armchair. He really wasn't suitable for such an occasion!
He knew that what he said just now was actually not considered beautiful.
To those who were experienced in the ways of the world, it was even a little childish.
But now that things had come to this, no one could oppose him anymore.
He didn't use any tricks or schemes. He just used his power to suppress others.
He lured them with fame, coaxed them with benefits, and threatened them with power. Then, he would succeed.
In this way, there would naturally be no such thing as' everyone competing for treasures on the ancestor's birthday ', and the various incidents caused by' Xiaoqing stealing the treasures' would not happen either. This could be considered as seeking good fortune and avoiding calamity!
But then he thought about it. He had already clashed with King Liang's faction a long time ago, but because he was still a 'small shrimp', and his identity was a little special, he hadn't been attacked with full force.
Xu Xian couldn't help but wonder if he should let Xiaoqing steal more treasures and anger King Liang to death. Of course, this was just a thought.
High officials and nobles naturally had their own destiny. They couldn't be easily dealt with using magic.
Xiaoqing patted Xu Xian's shoulder and said, "Are you satisfied now?"
Xu Xian nodded and said, "I'm satisfied. Thank you, Xiaoqing." However, his eyes couldn't help but wander to Xiaoqing's thin pink lips.
Xiaoqing noticed his gaze and said with dissatisfaction, "What are you thinking about now?"
Xu Xian shifted his gaze away and changed the topic. "Your name is Cen Biqing, right?"
Xiaoqing said, "What's wrong?"
Xu Xian said, "How about I call you Qing 'er from now on?"
Xiaoqing's face also reddened. She crossed her arms and said, "No, you should call me big sis Xiaoqing instead. Normally, you only let Xiaoqing call me Xiaoqing out of respect for big sis. You have to change it from now on." You want to take advantage of me? No way!
Xu Xian smiled and said, "That's true. I'm a few hundred years old."
But looking at Xiaoqing, who looked like a seventeen or eighteen-year-old girl, brimming with youthfulness and vigor, in some aspects, she was even more ignorant than people of her age. He said, "How about this, call me Sister Xiaoqing, or Qing 'er?"
Xiaoqing rubbed her head and thought with her snake brain. She felt that she should be taking advantage of him, so she said, "Sure, call me big sis Xiaoqing first."
Xu Xian smiled and said, "Big sis Xiaoqing."
Although it was a soft sound, it made Xiaoqing feel very comfortable. She smiled to the point that her canine teeth were exposed. Her green crystal earrings flickered along with the trembling of the flowers.
Xu Xian stood up and said, "Now it's my turn!"
Xiaoqing took a step back and said defensively, "Don't touch me!" Otherwise, wouldn't it be a loss?
Xu Xian smiled and said, "Of course, it's a fair exchange." Then he bent his head to Xiaoqing's ear. He could clearly see the fine green veins in her fair and clean ear.
Xiaoqing said impatiently, "Hurry up."
She wanted to hide the little bit of nervousness in her heart. Maybe it was because of the hot breath on her ear, it felt a little itchy and quickly turned red.
Xu Xian smiled and said softly, "Qing 'er." She didn't use any teasing tone or teasing tone when she called out to Qing' er.
It was just a soft voice, based on the true feelings in her heart.
It was faint, like when the lid of a teacup was opened and a hot breath with a sweet fragrance gushed out. It was natural and without any impurities.
Little Qing had already raised her vigor and was prepared to endure the might of the "truth" or shameless teasing, but when she heard the voice, she was immediately stunned. That faint voice followed the breath she exhaled into her ears, easily penetrating the barrier of her eardrums and directly reaching the bottom of her heart. Her heartstrings couldn't help but be plucked a little, but it trembled, unable to stop.
This feeling made her feel more uneasy than the kiss, and more unbearable than when her delicate feet were held in his hands.
She pushed Xu Xian away and without saying a word, she turned around and ran out as if she was escaping.
From the beginning to the end, the two did not have the slightest contact.
Outside the curtain, the rain fell bit by bit, intertwining to form a curtain.
Xu Xian patted his head. It did not seem easy to be a responsible man!
The question was, what was the responsibility?
In the following days, Xu Xian's great career of compiling books finally went on the right track. Every day, he took a group of old Chinese medicine doctors to study medicine and pharmacology in the Ancestral Temple of the Three Emperors. It had to be said that the power of the masses was still great.
Although Xu Xian had mastered a lot of medical knowledge, in terms of practical operation, he was still far behind this group of old people.
But he was still the moderator, not only because he had memorized more medical books.
But also because he could use a more scientific attitude to treat all kinds of medicine prescriptions.
This kind of attitude was not formed overnight, but stood above the times and was the result of the practice of countless predecessors.
But as for the "guiding drug", it was very commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine, and most of the guiding drugs used were common things such as "yellow wine and ginger soup".
But in the later generations, it became unimaginable things such as "reed roots in winter, sugar cane after three years of frost, crickets in the original position, and flat ground wood with seeds" in Lu Xun's writings.
It often became an excuse for doctors. If the patient was cured, it was naturally his credit. If not, it was the doctor who did not find the right guiding drug.
In this aspect, Xu Xian naturally had to set things right so that he could listen properly.
Although there were many reasons for the decline of traditional Chinese medicine in the later generations, most of them were destroyed by the people themselves.
In the end, the way of medicine should not be divided into Chinese and Western medicine. It was all for the sake of saving lives. Learning from each other was the way of the king.
Although Xu Xian was the youngest, his prestige among the group of old Chinese medicine doctors gradually grew.
If there was any difficulty, they must consult him.
In the Apricot Forest, the final competition was still the level of medical skills. In this aspect, although Xu Xian was a little inexperienced, he still had an innate advantage.
In just a few days, he had reorganized the book that Xu Xian had compiled a few days ago. Sure enough, the efficiency of the division of labor and cooperation had greatly increased.
On this day, Xu Xian was sitting in the hall, reading the newly compiled book. Arrester Zhao of the yamen came in and greeted, "Doctor Xu, Doctor Xu."
Xu Xian put down the book and went forward to ask. A servant had already served him tea.
Arrester Zhao took a sip of tea and said, "My wife has given birth. Just as you said, it's a pair of twins."
The prefectural magistrate was happy that Lin 'er was born. All the servants who served him received a red packet. It was a joyous occasion for the entire prefecture. His face was also filled with joy.
All the physicians looked at Xu Xian. When they saw Xu Xian smile, he nodded and said, "That's good."
Arrester Zhao said, "This time, it's all thanks to that pill from your Hundred Herb Hall …"
Xu Xian said, "Stabilizing Pregnancy Pill."
Arrester Zhao said happily, "Yes, stabilizing pregnancy pill. Both mother and child are safe."
He wanted to extend his hand to pat Xu Xian's shoulder, but when he saw the indifferent Xu Xian, he retracted his hand and continued, "My lord said that when the child is one month old, you must go and support him. He wants to thank you personally.
Also, all the physicians, you must go! "
This invitation was only a matter of face. The prefectural magistrate was celebrating the child's one month old, who would dare to not go? When the constables were sent off, the crowd surrounded him and said, "Congratulations, Physician Xu.
This time, the prefectural magistrate will value you highly.
But what kind of medicine is that stabilizing pregnancy pill? "Their faces were full of envy. It was rare to have such an opportunity to show kindness to a superior.
Xu Xian smiled. They did not understand. Under the premise of the conflict between the political parties, it was impossible for him to have a deep relationship with Prefectural Magistrate Chen.
However, with this little kindness, Prefectural Magistrate Chen would not follow King Liang's orders and deal with him ruthlessly.
However, he could also take this opportunity to instill some future medical concepts. He said, "The stabilizing pregnancy pill is a Chinese medicine described in my book. It's easy to carry around and has a long lasting effect. You can try to make it according to the book when you return."
Chinese medicine was the essence of effective prescriptions created by physicians after thousands of years of medical practice. Moreover, it could be mass-produced.
The increased efficiency would naturally lower the price of the medicine, which would benefit more people.
The physicians were originally doubtful of the prescriptions written by Xu Xian. After all, they were all experienced physicians. It was impossible for them to make medicine without careful examination. However, after this incident, they made up their minds to go back and give it a try.
If it was really successful, it would definitely increase their income by a lot.
In fact, the stabilizing pregnancy pill was a fruit picked by Bai Suzhen from a special tree. It was not a Chinese medicine.
After a busy day at the Sanhuang Ancestral Temple, Bai Suzhen was waiting for him at home with a meal prepared.
Xiaoqing was sometimes there, and sometimes not.
But even when she was here, she seemed to have made up her mind not to talk to Xu Xian. Occasionally, she would look at him, but her eyes would flicker and she would immediately avoid him.
She would also eat casually and leave in a hurry.
Bai Suzhen saw all of this, but she did not say anything. She looked like she wanted to let nature take its course.
"Hanwen, how was today's book?"
She did not feel it when she saw him all the time. Now that they only met each other in the morning, she actually missed him a little.
Xu Xian said, "It's still the same. But it will be difficult to finish before the Fall Quarter Examinations.
Where did you and Xiaoqing go today? "
Bai Suzhen was just about to tell him when she said, "I went to the cosmetics shop and bought several small things. I also went to the silk shop and bought several new kinds of silk and satin. I also bought some. I'll show you later."
She was almost jumping with joy when she talked about these trivial things. She did not understand her feelings at the moment.
She saw the small city high up in the clouds, but there were so many interesting things in it.
Not only because it was interesting, but also because she could tell it to him.
Whenever she encountered something interesting, she would want to write it down so she could tell him. He would also listen to her seriously, ponder or smile along with her story. In a trance, they were like a husband and wife in the mortal world.
If it wasn't necessary, they rarely talked about cultivating Dao Arts or matters related to immortals and ghosts during a meal, and their conversation was nothing more than trivial matters like daily necessities and daily necessities.
But when it came to her, it suddenly became interesting. Sometimes, he heard her complain about the price of green onions or a quarrel between a husband and wife.
He did not expect her to be so gossipy. But the way she gossiped was a little cute!
Xu Xian laughed, "They asked you not to bargain with them?
You suffered a loss! "
Bai Suzhen held the chopsticks in one hand and put the other on the table. She twirled her black hair with her ivory fingers and said, "Since we can make a lot of money, why should we be calculative with them?
It's not easy for them to work from dawn to dusk.
And because of your free clinic, many people don't want money. I had to persuade them in every possible way to accept it. "Her tone showed that she was very proud of Xu Xian's free clinic.
There was no need for other people to praise her. Just to make her feel a little proud was enough for Xu Xian to continue the free clinic.
And the term "we" made Xu Xian feel very good.
He could not help but tease her, "You are a living Bodhisattva, coming down to save the common people."
Bai Suzhen blushed and said, "Don't talk nonsense. How can I compare to a Bodhisattva!"
Xu Xian laughed, "Aren't you a living Bodhisattva in my heart?"
Looking at her, he would sometimes think of the novels he read in his previous life. There would always be a "saintess". All of them were expressionless, but they were very good at putting on a show.
They said they wanted to save the common people, but their eyes were full of disdain.
It made people want to drag these saintesses out of the book and give them a few slaps.
Compared to them, she was kind and gentle, gentle and kind.
It made him feel that if he could always have her company, sitting at this table and talking about family trifles, he would have the interest of life.
With a wife like this, what more could a husband ask for?