Chapter 1610

Zhu Yanyi’s tongue and eyes presented a rare opportunity for her three senior martial brothers. Crafting such organs required special materials. The activation process demanded precise coordination of medicinal arrays, drug administration, and meridian alignment. Only experienced doctors could handle this complexity. Thus, she prioritized her brothers for this task.

Laura’s spinal surgery, while difficult, was theoretically straightforward. It involved reconnecting the spine, aligning the meridians, and correcting any misalignments. This made it an excellent learning opportunity for junior doctors with some experience. Hence, Zhu Yanyi suggested including Luoyang Jun and others.

“However, identifying experienced junior doctors in the capital requires your help, Senior Brother,” Zhu Yanyi told Gu Jingtian. “The quota remains three. Luoyang Jun counts as one. You prepare the other two.”

“In the future, I will select assistant doctors based on the complexity of each surgery. Gaining practical experience is paramount,” Zhu Yanyi stated seriously. “In medicine, especially Traditional Chinese Medicine, theory alone is insufficient. Incorrect application of knowledge leads to errors.”

Chinese herbal medicine involves seven interaction principles: single use, mutual enhancement, mutual assistance, mutual fear, mutual neutralization, mutual aversion, and mutual antagonism. These govern compatibility, contraindications, dosage, and administration. Mastering these ensures efficacy and safety. Ancient texts summarized these relationships as the “Seven Emotions” of drugs.

Except for single use, all other methods involve two or more herbs. This requires deep familiarity with each ingredient’s properties. Zhu Yanyi worried that students might learn theory without understanding these relationships. Therefore, she invited them to observe surgeries whenever possible. She also treated patients alongside them when time permitted.

Gu Jingtian agreed with her approach. “This method is sound. It highlights the unique status of Traditional Chinese Medicine. However, won’t you be exhausted? Will your husband object?”

“He won’t object. He might just give those doctors a cold look,” Zhu Yanyi smiled, thinking of Yan Aohan’s personality.

Gu Jingtian chuckled. “That is true. Only you are unafraid of your husband.”

“Why fear her? She won’t eat people,” Zhu Yanyi replied with a faint smile.

After discussing surgical preparations with her brothers, they dispersed.

While Zhu Yanyi prepared for Zhu Xinfu’s surgery, Zhu Shun Yao and others remained deeply concerned. Meanwhile, the Zhu family in Zhu City submitted a formal request for the Little Divine Doctor’s assistance.

Elder Yun received the request from the Big Boss. “Zhu Yanyi could handle this. However, she is currently busy with Zhu Xinfu’s surgery. She likely cannot travel soon.”

The Big Boss pondered. “Qu Chong stated the condition in Zhu City is not contagious. It merely prevents them from appearing in public until detoxified. Ask Zhu Yanyi when she is available.”

“No problem. I will call her immediately,” Elder Yun nodded.

Chong Lou also received news of the request. He looked at the messenger. “Xiao Zhou, is this confirmed? The Zhu family in Zhu City is requesting the Little Divine Doctor?”

Xiao Zhou, a capable subordinate transferred by Chong Lou, replied, “Absolutely certain.”

Chong Lou nodded. “Monitor the Little Divine Doctor. Watch her movements.”

Xiao Zhou glanced at him. “Boss, do you intend to attack the Little Divine Doctor?”

“Yes,” Chong Lou said. She hated Zhu Yanyi. If Zhu Shun Yao did not have her as a daughter, Chong Lou would not be in her current predicament. To defeat Zhu Shun Yao, she had to target Zhu Yanyi first.

Her logic was sound, but she overlooked a critical fact. Given Zhu Yanyi’s status, she was never alone. Sending spies to watch her was merely inviting capture.

The news quickly reached Silver Fox’s desk.

“She is seeking her own demise,” Silver Fox said, his lips twitching. “Even I, in my position, would not dare confront Zhu Yanyi. Chong Lou, whose seat is not yet warm, thinks she can challenge her. Does she truly believe she is a great power?”

Old Ma, standing nearby, shared the sentiment. “I do not understand why the Godfather appointed such a person to succeed Yin Mei. With his behavior, he will soon destroy my sister’s organization.”

Silver Fox smiled faintly. “There is no need to overthink it. It simply shows the Godfather of our Holy Church has lost his mind.”

Old Ma nodded. “Boss, should we inform the Capital’s Venerable Yanluo?”

“Why not?” Silver Fox replied directly. “Since I promised to cooperate with the Capital’s Venerable Yanluo against Chong Lou, I must share all relevant information. Go and inform him.”

Old Ma left to make the arrangements.

Silver Fox tapped his fingers on the desk. After a moment, he said, “Chong Lou. What a pity for such a beautiful name. Yet, one cannot be reborn. You built a tower of rebirth, but you will fall heavily from it. Once you fall, you will never rise again.”

Yan Aohan received Old Ma’s report. A sharp light flashed in his eyes. He was neither surprised nor worried that Chong Lou intended to target Zhu Yanyi. First, Zhu Yanyi’s martial arts had reached the late stage of Gang Jin. Aside from Yan Aohan, Silver Fox, and a few others, no one in this region could defeat her. Second, Luo Gang and others protected her in the shadows. There was no cause for concern.

Nevertheless, Yan Aohan felt displeased. Not worrying was one thing; someone attempting to bully his wife was another.