Yao Lao and Gu Jingtian once again realized how mysterious and vast the field of Traditional Chinese Medicine was. Even if they spent their entire lives, they might never reach the peak. Thinking of this, they looked at Zhu Yanyi, who was teaching seriously. Perhaps she could bring TCM back to its former glory, or even surpass it.
After Zhu Yanyi finished explaining, Yao Lao and Gu Jingtian each took out a human simulation model to practice the acupuncture technique. Yao Lao practiced with gold needles, so she was very skilled. Gu Jingtian also started practicing with gold needles. Since she was a beginner, her accuracy was poor, but as a renowned doctor, she managed to handle them decently after half a day.
They spent the whole morning studying acupuncture. At lunch, Yao Lao was still thinking about it, eating while pondering.
"Grandpa Yao, stop thinking and eat quickly," Zhu Yanyi said while eating. "Practice makes perfect. You’ll learn it with time. I trust you and Senior Brother’s abilities. You will learn it sooner or later."
Yao Lao nodded. "Once we master this acupuncture, TCM surgeries will be much easier."
Zhu Yanyi and Gu Jingtian both agreed.
In the afternoon, Yao Lao wanted to continue practicing. However, Zhu Yanyi felt they had practiced enough for half a day and needed to relax. They also needed to rest to prepare for tomorrow’s surgery. So, Gu Jingtian went to handle hospital affairs, while Yao Lao and Zhu Yanyi read books and occasionally discussed pharmacology.
Zhu Yanyi initially wanted to tell them about her ability to refine herbs. But then she decided against it. This ability was linked to her special powers. She had already lied about the Spirit Spring. She didn’t want to tell another lie. It was too tiring. It was better to say nothing.
In the evening, Zhu Yanyi did not go to Yao Lao’s place. Instead, she returned to the courtyard house. As soon as she entered, she saw Xie Xinlian had prepared dinner.
"Why are you back so early today?" Xie Xinlian asked with a smile.
"Your father and Godfather had things to do," Xie Xinlian explained. "Your Godmother and I didn’t go out. We just walked around nearby, found a market, and bought groceries. It’s better to cook at home."
Zhu Yanyi nodded and looked around. She didn’t see Zhu Yanli, Zhu Zhibin, or Cheng Chen.
"Sister, Brother Cheng Chen, and Doumiao? Where are they?"
"Haifeng took them to visit the Capital Conservatory of Music," Chen Ailian answered, coming out.
Zhu Yanyi realized. She patted her head. "I didn’t get to play with you all since coming to the capital. Luckily, I have the day after tomorrow off. Let’s go together. We can climb the Great Wall."
"We’ve already been to the Great Wall," Xie Xinlian said directly. "You can go by yourself the day after tomorrow."
Zhu Yanyi thought about it and didn’t object. If she had to go alone, so be it. It was rare to come to the capital, and she hadn’t enjoyed herself properly. She felt a bit unhappy.
The next day, Zhu Yanyi assisted Yao Lao in performing surgery on Old Man Du. Zhu Yanyi entered the operating room as the anesthesiologist. Fortunately, Gu Jingtian had personally arranged everything in the operating room, so few people knew the specific details.
Old Man Yun came. He knew Old Man Du was having surgery today, so he came specifically to visit him.
Old Man Yun watched Zhu Yanyi perform the pre-operative check on Old Man Du and asked, "Ani, is Grandpa Du absolutely fine?"
Zhu Yanyi nodded slightly, giving a definite answer. "You recovered from your condition back then. Grandpa Du will definitely have no problems."