Chapitre 4: 4. Three Yin Meridian
Her pearly teeth bit deeply into her red lips, leaving a visible mark as her petite body trembled slightly. In just the blink of an eye, her smooth forehead was covered with large beads of cold sweat.
Although most of her attention was directed outside the train window, He Suyan couldn't help but notice the unusual behavior of the family of three seated across from her, casting a curious glance their way.
At that moment, Lu Chen, who had been reading a book, looked up and noticed Yue Heng's trembling figure and sweat-drenched face.
"Huh!"
Lu Chen couldn't help but exclaim softly as his hand instinctively reached out to check Yue Heng's pulse.
Initially, Yue Yan was slightly displeased with Lu Chen for touching his daughter's wrist without saying a word, but when he saw Lu Chen's serious expression, the words he was about to say were swallowed back.
Lu Chen was surprised. He had merely taken a train ride, yet unexpectedly encountered someone with a condition recorded in ancient medical texts—someone with the Three Yin Meridian.
The Three Yin Meridian is caused by an excess of yin energy in the body from birth. As the person ages, the yin energy accumulates, eventually causing the meridians to become blocked. Throughout history, those born with the Three Yin Meridian rarely lived past the age of eighteen.
Lu Chen sighed and said, "The Three Yin Meridian truly exists. Here are some Jiuyang Pills. They can suppress the cold energy during the monthly attacks and reduce some of the pain."
As he spoke, Lu Chen took out a porcelain bottle from his backpack and handed it to Yue Yan, who was somewhat stunned.
Yue Yan was momentarily taken aback, then his face lit up with excitement. His only daughter had been frail since childhood. Ever since she turned ten, she had suffered monthly bouts of excruciating pain, as if she was plunged into an icy abyss. For years, they had consulted countless doctors, but none had been able to diagnose her condition.
Having fallen into despair, the family had never imagined they would meet someone who could identify their daughter's ailment. How could they not be overjoyed?
With trembling hands, Yue Yan accepted the porcelain bottle and poured out a white pill. A faint fragrance wafted through the air.
After watching the young girl take the Jiuyang Pill, Lu Chen couldn't help but feel a pang of heartache. He knew how difficult it was to refine Jiuyang Pills. With his current level of skill, he couldn't produce them himself; these pills were made by his late father.
Not only were the pills rare, but they were also incredibly costly to make. After settling his father's affairs, he had barely a thousand yuan left, and now he was stuck with a woman who was practically a burden.
However, seeing the girl's complexion return to normal after the pill took effect, Lu Chen felt a sense of relief, as if the pain of parting with the precious pills had lessened.
When they saw the rosy hue return to their beloved daughter's pale face, Yue Yan and Fang Qi were so moved that they nearly cried.
"Thank you, big brother!"
Yue Heng felt a warmth spread through her usually cold body, like she was soaking in warm water—a sensation she had never experienced before. In a clear, sweet voice, she expressed her gratitude to Lu Chen.
Lu Chen smiled warmly at Yue Heng.
Yue Yan, filled with hope, looked at Lu Chen and said, "Young man, please save Heng'er. We are willing to pay any price as long as you can cure her!"
Lu Chen frowned slightly. Although he was in need of money, he wasn't desperate yet, and more importantly, he didn't have the ability to cure her.
Shaking his head, Lu Chen replied, "I'm sorry. Although I know what illness this young lady has, I don't know how to cure it. I'm afraid I can't help any further."
Hearing this, the hope in Yue Yan's eyes dimmed, as if he had lost his last pillar of support.
Fang Qi held Yue Heng close, silently weeping.
But Yue Heng, with a cheerful tone, said, "Big brother, my name is Yue Heng. Thank you for the medicine. It's the first time I've ever felt warm, and I'm already satisfied."
Lu Chen was surprised to see such optimism in a girl who knew her life was limited. He smiled warmly and said, "I'm Lu Chen. I'll give you all the Jiuyang Pills I have. That way, you can suffer less, and maybe, just maybe, there's still a way out in the future."
Yue Heng beamed as she accepted the two porcelain bottles that Lu Chen handed her, each filled with Jiuyang Pills.
He Suyan, who had been somewhat lost in thought, now looked at Yue Heng, who was chatting happily with Lu Chen. A new light seemed to dawn in her previously vacant eyes.
When the train reached its station, Lu Chen and He Suyan disembarked. Yue Heng leaned out of the window, waving her small hand and calling out, "Big brother, when I return from Huangshan, I'll definitely come to visit you!"
Lu Chen smiled and called back in agreement.
As the train began to move, Lu Chen picked up his luggage and said to He Suyan, "He Suyan, let's go."
"Where are we going?" He Suyan's clear voice rang in Lu Chen's ears.
Startled, Lu Chen turned to look at He Suyan, as if witnessing something unbelievable.
Seeing Lu Chen's dazed expression, He Suyan unexpectedly laughed and said, "Why are you looking at me like that?"
Muttering to himself, Lu Chen replied, "Strange, has the sun risen in the west? You're actually smiling!"
He Suyan glanced at the departing train and said, "I've only lost my looks. Compared to Yue Heng, I seem to be so much luckier."
Lu Chen was surprised at how much He Suyan had changed in just a few days. But he was genuinely happy to see her improvement.
However, He Suyan's next words quickly wiped away his joy.
"From now on, you have to take care of me. Otherwise…"
Hearing this, Lu Chen immediately interrupted, "Hold on! Why should I take care of you? We're not related—you're not my sister, and you're certainly not my wife. Why should I be stuck with you?"
Seeing the panic in Lu Chen's eyes, He Suyan couldn't help but smile and said, "Because I have to take responsibility for you, my little husband!"
Snap!
Lu Chen felt as if his jaw had hit the floor. His eyes widened, and he stared at He Suyan in disbelief.
But Lu Chen quickly regained his composure and hastily said, "Don't say such things! We have no relationship whatsoever!"
Seeing Lu Chen's wary expression, He Suyan laughed and said, "How can we have no relationship? I've seen you naked, so don't worry—I will take responsibility for you!"
It was as If Lu Chen had been struck by lightning. He stared at He Suyan as if she were a monster. The thought of spending every day with a woman who had a terrifying face sent a shiver down his spine, even though he wasn't particularly focused on a woman's appearance.
A sweet fragrance filled the air as He Suyan suddenly linked her arm with Lu Chen's before he could react.
Lu Chen froze as if electrocuted, unaware that He Suyan's body had also stiffened when she took his arm.
Noticing Lu Chen's reaction, He Suyan smiled slightly. Seeing that they were attracting attention from passersby, the celebrity who had seen it all suddenly felt a bit shy and uncomfortable.
"Little husband, why are you just standing there? Let's go, or do you want to keep standing here and letting people stare at us?"
It was only then that Lu Chen, moving like someone whose limbs were uncoordinated, managed to carry his luggage out of the station.
"Little husband…"
"Stop calling me that!!"
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POWERSTONES!
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