jdhmnovel Chapter 366
Chapter 366
He sometimes encountered severe weather, with raging winds, torrential rain, and blizzards; sometimes he faced attacks from wild beasts, such as ferocious wolves and menacing tigers. But he never once had the slightest thought of retreating.
After overcoming countless hardships, Ye Jingchu finally arrived at the legendary Ice Peak Snow Valley. Here, the wind was biting cold, and everything was covered in ice and snow, as if it were a corner forgotten by the world. Finding the snow lotus in this white world was no easy task. But with unwavering faith and keen observation, Ye Jingchu finally discovered the precious thousand-year-old snow lotus on the edge of a steep ice cliff.
However, just as he was about to pluck the snow lotus, a gigantic guardian beast suddenly leaped out of a nearby cave. The beast exuded a chilling aura, baring its fangs and roaring at Ye Jingchu, seemingly warning him not to approach. Ye Jingchu knew that to obtain the snow lotus, he must first defeat this guardian beast. He immediately assumed a fighting stance, his eyes revealing unwavering determination. The guardian beast launched the first attack, lunging at Ye Jingchu like a black lightning bolt. Ye Jingchu dodged easily, easily avoiding the beast's attack. Then, he unleashed his superior martial arts skills, engaging the beast in a fierce battle. Amidst the flashing blades, Ye Jingchu, with his agile movements and exquisite swordsmanship, repeatedly deflected the beast's ferocious attacks. After a fierce struggle, the guardian beast finally succumbed to exhaustion and was driven back by Ye Jingchu.
Having successfully obtained the snow lotus, Ye Jingchu carefully placed it in his bosom and rushed back to the capital. Upon returning, he immediately joined forces with the physicians to concoct a elixir using the precious artifact and the snow lotus. Then, he personally fed the elixir to the mysterious woman.
Soon after, a miracle occurred. The mysterious woman slowly awoke. Under Ye Jingchu's patient questioning, she revealed the truth behind it all. It turned out that those who framed Ye Jingchu years ago were plotting to usurp the throne. They used the woman to control Ye Jingchu, attempting to create chaos for their own gain. Now, the truth was revealed to the world.
Upon learning the truth, Ye Jingchu was enraged. He immediately ordered the severe punishment of those treacherous officials, to bring them all to justice without exception. At the same time, drawing upon his medical insights gained from this experience, he devoted considerable time and effort to compiling a medical book. This book covered treatments and prescriptions for various difficult and complex illnesses, bringing great benefits to the people. Under his rule, the country prospered, and the people lived in peace and contentment. Ye Jingchu thus became a revered and wise ruler, and his story is widely circulated and passed down to this day.
Time flies like an arrow, and decades have passed in the blink of an eye. The once spirited young man is now in his twilight years. Time has etched deep and shallow wrinkles on his face, and white hair has quietly crept onto his temples, but his eyes still shine with wisdom and gentleness.
On this day, sunlight filtered through the dappled leaves, casting a golden glow on the ground. Deep within the palace, tranquility and peace prevailed. Ye Jingchu strolled alone, slowly arriving at the study where he had once compiled medical books. The old wooden door, bearing countless memories, creaked softly as he gently pushed it.
Stepping into the study, a familiar atmosphere enveloped him. His gaze slowly swept over the surroundings; shelves upon shelves of medical books were neatly arranged, each bearing witness to his dedication and passion for medicine. His fingertips gently traced the spines of the books, and memories of the past surged through his mind like a tidal wave. Those days and nights spent studying, those hardships and dangers endured in search of a single medicinal herb, seemed as if they happened just yesterday.
Just as he was lost in his memories, a soft footstep sounded outside the door. A young physician appeared in the doorway. He wore a simple robe, his expression respectful, his eyes filled with admiration for this wise ruler and medical master. The young physician bowed slightly, performing a deep salute, and said, “Your Majesty, I have come without permission, for I have heard of Your Majesty’s unparalleled medical skills and have come to seek your guidance.”
Ye Jingchu turned around, a kind smile on his face. He gestured for the young doctor to sit down, then slowly walked to the bookshelf, his gaze searching among the many books for a moment before finally settling on a slightly yellowed medical book. He gently picked up the book that recorded the story of the snow lotus, slowly sat down, and fell into reminiscence.
"Many years ago, in order to unravel a mystery concerning life and death, I embarked on an extremely perilous journey..." Ye Jingchu's voice was deep and powerful as he recounted his legendary experience to the young physician. From discovering the rare treasure in the palace to learning that a thousand-year-old snow lotus was needed as a medicinal ingredient, and then to the arduous process of searching for the snow lotus, every detail was vividly described by him.
The young healer listened intently, his eyes fixed on Ye Jingchu as if he were there himself. When he heard about Ye Jingchu's fierce battle with the guardian beast, he couldn't help but clench his fists in tension; when he heard that Ye Jingchu had successfully obtained the snow lotus, he couldn't help but let out a long sigh of relief, a smile of satisfaction spreading across his face.
As the night deepened and the story was finished, the young physician remained engrossed in the thrilling tale. After a long while, he came to his senses and couldn't help but ask, "Your Majesty, if you were faced with such a perilous situation again, would you still be so determined to go?"
Ye Jingchu's gaze instantly hardened, as if he had traveled back in time to that passionate era. Without hesitation, he said, "A doctor's heart is benevolent. As long as we can save lives, we must brave even the most dangerous places. As doctors, our mission is to heal the sick and save every precious life. In the face of life and death, no hardship or danger is insurmountable."
After saying that, Ye Jingchu stood up and said to the young doctor, "Come, I'll take you somewhere." The young doctor quickly got up and followed behind Ye Jingchu.
The two walked through a long corridor, past an exquisitely crafted rockery, and arrived at the palace's medicinal garden. The garden was a vibrant scene of life. Various rare medicinal herbs thrived under meticulous care, swaying gently in the breeze as if telling a story of the miracle of life. These herbs were the result of Ye Jingchu's many years of painstaking collection and cultivation.
As night fell, he strolled through the medicinal herb garden, occasionally stopping to explain the properties and effects of various herbs to the young healer. Suddenly, he stopped in front of a newly sprouted seedling. This seedling appeared exceptionally tender among the many mature herbs, yet it was full of vitality and hope.