The Martial Doctor-Chapter 58: Visitors Arriving One After Another

Chapter 58: Chapter 58: Visitors Arriving One After Another

"What, Mr. Lin, you don’t think much of our Xu Family’s Baoan Hall?" As soon as Xu Qixi saw Lin Miao hesitating and not answering, she immediately became displeased.

"Xiao Qi!" Xu An tried his best to stop her, but couldn’t, and he regretted bringing this girl along. 𝒻𝓇𝑒𝘦𝘸𝑒𝒷𝓃ℴ𝑣𝘦𝑙.𝒸ℴ𝘮

This girl usually speaks her mind, not knowing her limits; it’s fine at home, even if she says something a bit excessive, people wouldn’t mind much considering her status.

But he sensed that Lin Miao was by no means an ordinary person; he had his pride. It’s best to go along with such people; provoking him could backfire.

"No, Miss Xu misunderstood. Baoan Hall is one of the four renowned medical halls in Dongshan City; why would I look down on it? It’s just that I haven’t passed the physician’s exam yet, haven’t obtained a physician’s certificate, so it’s a bit too early to discuss this now." Lin Miao chuckled. In his eyes, anyone under eighteen was just a little girl, so why would he argue with one?

Boisterous youth, impulsive age; if everyone were dull and gloomy, wouldn’t that be boring?

This reason was quite legitimate; neither a direct refusal nor an acceptance to join.

Even though Mr. Xu once helped my master Sun Simiao, I can’t be impulsive and tie my future and fate to Xu Family’s Baoan Hall.

That’s impossible.

Though Baoan Hall is a nice place, you haven’t offered any conditions? Empty promises!

Xu An, being of such an age, surely understood Lin Miao’s implied meaning, realizing he might have been somewhat presumptuous.

With the master’s passing, to hold up this household not even at seventeen is not someone easily swayed by mere words.

"Rest assured, Mr. Lin, as long as you’re willing to join my Baoan Hall, I’ll do my utmost to convince the patriarch to offer you the most lenient contract." Xu An said, though Baoan Hall belongs to the Xu Family; he is esteemed in the family, the patriarch gives him face, but he is not the decision-maker.

He can allow Lin Miao into Baoan Hall, even if Lin Miao doesn’t pass the clinical test, it’s fine, but securing the most lenient contract from the Xu Family is beyond his authority.

Currently, the most lenient contract in Xu Family is earning an official "physician" status, allowing independent consultations, serving Baoan Hall for three years.

Within three years, the salary is undoubtedly substantial; after three years, the decision to stay or leave is up to the individual.

In Dongshan City, the most lenient contracts at various renowned medical halls are roughly the same; everyone adheres to this rule, otherwise, it’s tantamount to challenging all hall rules in Dongshan City.

Typically, only those who top the clinical test have the opportunity for such a contract; others start with at least five years.

But some are cultivated by the medical halls themselves; whether they sign the agreement is unknown to outsiders.

"Thank you for your kindness, if I luckily pass, Baoan Hall will certainly be my first choice." Lin Miao chuckled and expressed his gratitude with a clasped fist.

"Good, good." Xu An stroked his beard below his chin and laughed happily.

"Master, someone claiming to be the manager from Shengyuan Medical Hall is requesting to see you at the door?" The maid Yuzhu beside Sun Youwei suddenly came in to report.

"Shengyuan Medical Hall?" Lin Miao slightly raised his head. He had no connection with Shengyuan Medical Hall, so why would they seek him out?

Wait, isn’t Ye Xizhao’s father named Ye Shengyuan? Could this Shengyuan Medical Hall belong to the Ye Family?

Are they coming to the door?

Lin Miao’s expression slightly tightened.

If it’s good luck, not misfortune, if it’s misfortune, there’s no escape, so he said: "Mr. Xu, if you don’t mind, I have a guest at the door?"

"Since Mr. Lin has visitors, Xiao Qi and I will take our leave for now." Xu An nodded, it wouldn’t be appropriate to stay with guests visiting.

"Mr. An, why don’t we hide and listen to what Shengyuan Medical Hall is here for?" Xu Qixi suddenly suggested.

"That’s not very appropriate..."

"Mr. Xu is willing to stay, I don’t mind as the junior." Lin Miao immediately invited them to stay; he’s not foolish, regardless of what the Ye Family’s purpose is, having Xu An and Miss Xu as witnesses is all beneficial and harmless.

"Alright then."

"Senior sister, please take Mr. Xu and Miss Xu to the side hall for tea." Lin Miao instructed, and then headed to greet the guest again.

"Mr. Lin’s airs are quite lofty!" Just as Lin Miao stepped across the threshold, the person claiming to be the manager from Shengyuan Medical Hall threw his sleeves and snorted coldly, directly walking into the main door.

This clearly wasn’t treating himself as an outsider.

Lin Miao furrowed his brows slightly, his expression changed; are all Ye Family members so arrogant and conceited!

Is it always about putting down others to elevate themselves?

"Mr. Ye, this seems to be my house." Lin Miao caught up and asked unceremoniously.

"What if it’s your house?"

"Mr. Ye, if you are here to stir up trouble, please leave. You are not welcome in my home!" Lin Miao was truly angry.

I’ve seen arrogance before, but never to this extent. A mere steward of a medical hall, acting as if he’s someone important?

"Boy, who do you think you are? The Ye Family has taken notice of you, granting you an opportunity. As long as you agree to sign with Shengyuan Medical Hall, we guarantee you’ll pass this consultation." Mr. Ye looked down at Lin Miao, speaking haughtily.

"And who do you think you are? I need this opportunity from you? Signing with your Shengyuan Medical Hall is a twenty-year exploitative indenture, isn’t it?"

"So what if it’s an indenture? Many people wish to sign but can’t. Don’t be ungrateful. Refuse the Ye Family, and see who in Dongshan City would dare to take you in?" Mr. Ye glanced disdainfully at Lin Miao, "Enough of this. Judging by your poor appearance, you probably have nothing good to offer as tea. I’ve delivered my message; take care of yourself."

With that said, the steward directly retraced his steps and left.

Lin Miao’s face was dark with displeasure.

Having lived half a life, I’ve seen arrogant people, but never like this. This is tarnishing their own family’s reputation. Shengyuan Medical Hall is one of the four prestigious medical halls of Dongshan City, yet they have such a conceited steward.

Of course, I’ve encountered the young master of Qingyu Hall before, and Qingyu Hall isn’t even among the four major medical halls, but their conduct is similar. It can be imagined how these physicians, who possess some medical skills, behave so haughtily.

"I apologize for this embarrassing scene, Mr. Xu."

A guest comes to the door yet doesn’t enter, instead, the host is humiliated—it’s indeed a spectacle for others.

"The people of the Ye Family have always been like this. However, their medical skills are indeed unique, especially their Pulse Diagnosis Technique, a secret never to be transmitted, even more miraculous than our Xu Family’s Qi Observation Skill!" Xu An sighed, "Mr. Lin, you’ve offended the Ye Family; be careful. Ye Shengyuan is known for being very petty."

"Visiting in such a rude manner, aren’t they afraid of getting beaten up?"

"They know who they can push around. You’re someone without roots or background, not even a master anymore. Naturally, they don’t take you seriously," Xu An said.

Lin Miao nodded, "It seems that no matter where you are, having some backing and connections is necessary."

"Join our Xu Family’s Baoan Hall, Mr. Lin. As long as you join us, the Ye Family won’t be able to touch you." Xu Qixi spoke up, feeling a sudden fondness. She had never seen anyone dare to confront the Ye Family face-to-face.

"Qixi."

"Mr. An, isn’t the Ye Family just relying on the Pulse Diagnosis Technique to become one of the top four medical halls in Dongshan City? What’s so great about them..." Xu Qixi pouted and complained.

"Mr. Lin, the Ye Family’s Pulse Diagnosis Technique is extremely accurate. Therefore, the diagnosis rate of Shengyuan Medical Hall is very high. But this Pulse Diagnosis Technique is only taught to the Ye Family members, not outsiders, so joining Shengyuan Medical Hall to learn this technique is impossible," Xu An explained.

Pulse Diagnosis Technique?

This is the first I’ve heard of it. The Xu Family also seems to have a special skill called the Qi Observation Skill?

Observation, hearing, inquiry, and diagnosis form the four diagnostic methods. The Pulse Diagnosis Technique should be a secret pulse-checking technique, while the Qi Observation Skill should refer to the observation diagnosis.

The fact that both the Ye and Xu Families possess such miraculous skills, yet remain in a place like Dongshan City, and the family of the Three Sages—do they have secret techniques as well? Otherwise, how could they be revered as the Three Sages?

It seems this world still has a lot I don’t understand yet, and perhaps as I interact more, I will continue to uncover and understand them.

Since these are non-transmissible secret techniques, I probably won’t be able to learn them. I have "Pulse Science" in my hands, so why learn the Pulse Diagnosis Technique?

As for the Qi Observation Skill, it’s not something secretive, so it should be some observational diagnostic techniques like observing complexion, tongue coating, lip color, palm lines, and fingerprint changes.

All these changes can assist physicians in diagnosing.

Therefore, these don’t hold much attraction for Lin Miao, as he thinks that the content in his mind might take a lifetime to learn completely.

Why go around seeking distant resources?

Seeing Lin Miao was only slightly surprised and then quickly returned to calm, not swayed in the slightest.

Such composure made Xu An even more appreciative. At such a young age, not to be swayed by joy or sorrow, this kind of mentality is vital for studying medicine.

But in Xu Qixi’s eyes, it was another matter. Lin Miao seemed to belittle the Qi Observation Skill and look down on the Xu Family.

This unwittingly caused some dissatisfaction in her heart.

"Mr. Lin, I notice your senior apprentice sister, Miss Youwei, seems to have an ashen complexion, pale lips, and shallow breathing. Could it be a symptom of lung deficiency and fatigue?" Xu Qixi said.

"Qixi, don’t speak nonsense." Xu An reproved. This girl had only learned a little about the Qi Observation Skill and dared to show off in front of others.

"Indeed, Miss Xu’s observation is correct." Lin Miao nodded.

"Although this condition won’t endanger her life immediately, it is incurable and can only be maintained with medication, but it’s greatly extravagant. Mr. Lin, if you need the prescription, you can come to our Xu Family’s Baoan Hall." Xu Qixi said proudly.

"Thank you, Miss Xu. If necessary, I will certainly visit." Lin Miao didn’t say much, only expressing his gratitude with a clasped fist.

"Master, Physician Hu An of Qingyu Hall requests to see you!"