NOVEL NEXT Chapter 65: Miraculous Medical Skills, Curing with Precision!
Chapter 65: Miraculous Medical Skills, Curing with Precision!
"You said you're a beast doctor?"
Zhou Xiong scratched his ear, thinking he must have misheard.
Xiao Xingyu reached into his pocket and handed over a business card. Zhou Xiong glanced at it and then reassessed the young man before him.
"You're a specially appointed pharmacist for the Sky Guild?"
"The card has our guild's official embossing; it can't be fake."
The Sky Guild is the second-ranked guild in Longyin City and ranks in the top 50 nationwide. A specially appointed pharmacist for such a guild is usually a master-level beast doctor, highly sought after by prominent figures.
"Young man, I know the guild's embossing is genuine, but your age..."
"Lord Zhou, you mentioned earlier that heroes emerge from youth, didn't you?"
Xiao Xingyu's retort made Zhou Xiong laugh silently.
After a moment of contemplation, Zhou Xiong asked, "Since you're a professional beast doctor, could you diagnose my beast?"
Xiao Xingyu approached the War Giant Rhino Emperor, using the microscopic capabilities of his Demon Eye to precisely locate and extract a tiny insect from its fur.
The insect resembled a yellow-brown ant, its mouth lined with sharp, serrated teeth.
"Lord Zhou, you've been stationed at the western frontier for years; this insect should be no surprise to you."
"Sand Mite."
"Exactly, it's a Sand Mite."
With a glint of wisdom in his eyes, Xiao Xingyu explained to Zhou Xiong.
"Sand Mites are ordinary insect-type monsters with inferior bloodlines, no attributes, and no combat power."
"Due to their nature, Sand Mites typically appear in arid desert regions."
"The city you guard, Huangyan City on the western frontier, is built on a desert."
Zhou Xiong narrowed his eyes, "Have you been to Huangyan City?"
"I haven't."
"Then how do you know so much?"
"Because the ailments caused by Sand Mites are within my field of treatment."
Under Zhou Xiong's slightly skeptical gaze, Xiao Xingyu continued, "Sand Mites like to parasitize under large beasts' fur."
"These monsters are non-toxic and aren't lethal to beasts."
"But they lay eggs rapidly and feed on the subcutaneous fat and blood of the beasts."
"Over time, this causes severe skin diseases in the beasts, making them feel itchy all over."
"This itchiness leads to agitation, nervous exhaustion, loss of appetite, and chronic insomnia."
Though Zhou Xiong remained silent, his expression indicated that Xiao Xingyu's words hit the mark.
After some thought, Zhou Xiong asked, "Young man, do you have a cure?"
Xiao Xingyu nodded calmly. "If you have the time..."
"I have time right now."
To obtain the Phoenix Tail Grass, Xiao Xingyu was eager to respond.
"Come with me then... Dr. Xiao."
Zhou Xiong glanced at the business card again, changing how he addressed Xiao Xingyu.
The title "Dr. Xiao" signified Zhou Xiong's recognition of Xiao Xingyu's skills.
Twenty minutes later.
At the Zhou Residence.
As a national hero who spent decades guarding the frontier, Zhou Xiong naturally had a luxurious villa.
The villa was vast, resembling a royal garden, with a main residence and multifunctional areas like an entertainment room and a beast therapy room.
Zhou Xiong led Xiao Xingyu to the beast therapy room.
"Dr. Xiao, to be honest, Sand Mites have been a persistent problem for the beastmasters in Huangyan City."
"For instance, my War Giant Rhino Emperor breaks out in red spots and suffers unbearable itching during rain, affecting its sleep and combat readiness."
This is the insidious nature of Sand Mites; they don't pose a life threat but can cause daily torment, potentially leading to psychological issues in the beasts and deteriorating their combat states.
Zhou Xiong paced with his hands behind his back, sighing.
"Over the years, I've hired many renowned beast doctors, but none could eradicate the Sand Mites from the War Giant Rhino Emperor."
"Huangyan City houses over a thousand beastmasters, and nearly all their beasts suffer from these pests."
Xiao Xingyu confidently stated, "Lord Zhou, there's no need to worry. With me here, I'll eradicate the Sand Mites from the War Giant Rhino Emperor."
"Dr. Xiao, I'll leave it to you!"
Zhou Xiong chose to trust the young doctor despite his age, as diagnosing the War Giant Rhino Emperor's condition so quickly was no small feat.
"Lord Zhou, I'll need some medicinal herbs."
"Just tell me what you need. My home has a private herb repository, comparable to a beast shop."
In the herb cabinet, Xiao Xingyu began selecting and mixing herbs, muttering to himself.
"15 grams of Silver Petal, 20 grams of Tianzhu Grass, 25 grams of Fuhuo Ling..."
After preparing the basic prescription, Xiao Xingyu retrieved a jar from his pocket containing a secret potion he had concocted the previous week. He poured all the herbs and the secret potion into a clay pot for a half-hour simmer.
Finally, Xiao Xingyu extracted about 50 milliliters of a purple essence elixir.
"Lord Zhou, this is the Purple Spirit Essence, specifically for treating Sand Mites."
"Have the War Giant Rhino Emperor take it, and it should take effect quickly."
Zhou Xiong cautiously asked, "Will there be any side effects after taking it?"
"It's said that all medicines have some toxicity, but my Purple Spirit Essence is non-toxic and safe for beasts, with no side effects."
There's a saying: "Do not employ someone you distrust, and do not distrust someone you employ."
Having chosen to trust Xiao Xingyu, Zhou Xiong decided to trust him fully.
"Good, drink it up."
As Zhou Xiong gently stroked the War Giant Rhino Emperor's fur, he administered the Purple Spirit Essence.
After consumption, the effects were rapid.
In the first minute, the War Giant Rhino Emperor's bloodshot eyes became clearer, with reduced redness.
In the second minute, its once dull fur regained its sheen.
In the third minute, the War Giant Rhino Emperor lay peacefully on the ground, drifting into a deep slumber.
Zhou Xiong was moved.
"It's been a long time since this guy slept so soundly."
As the War Giant Rhino Emperor snored, a large number of Sand Mites and their eggs fell from its fur.
The medicine's effect was immediate!
Within five minutes, the last Sand Mite fell from the War Giant Rhino Emperor, turning into a pool of blood.
"This medicine is truly miraculous!"
Zhou Xiong applauded.
"Dr. Xiao, in the future..."
"I know what you're concerned about, Lord Zhou."
Xiao Xingyu assured him confidently.
"Rest easy, the Sand Mites and their eggs have been completely eradicated from the War Giant Rhino Emperor."
"Moreover, the Purple Spirit Essence will permanently remain in its body, giving its skin a unique scent."
"This scent is subtle, harmless to humans, but it will repel Sand Mites, preventing them from parasitizing it again."
"So when you return to Huangyan City, the War Giant Rhino Emperor won't suffer from Sand Mite infestations."
When Xiao Xingyu takes action, he ensures a complete cure!
"You're a miracle doctor!"
Zhou Xiong was overjoyed, realizing Xiao Xingyu had done him a great favor, one that earned him a significant debt of gratitude.
Xiao Xingyu effortlessly gained a valuable connection.