Chapter 594: Turning Words into Blades
Lin Tian visited Zhao Xuefeng’s house previously, so he was quite familiar with the layout of the rooms.
Last time, he stayed in the guest room, which was right across from the study.
Lin Tian gently knocked on the study door twice, and Zhao Qingtang’s voice came from inside, "Come in."
Her voice was still as sweet as a nightingale, soft and gentle.
If she were an ugly woman, the mere sound of that voice in the dark would be enough to get someone’s blood pumping, not to mention she’s quite attractive.
Lin Tian pushed the door open and went in, finding Zhao Qingtang holding a pen and absorbed in her writing, completely unaware of his presence.
A large desk was covered with folders and two computers.
Zhao Xuefeng’s home’s study was also rather impressive, packed with books despite its small size. Most of the books were medical and neatly categorized.
Ancient medicine, Western medicine. Psychology, internal medicine, surgery. Neurology, psychology, orthopedics...
Aside from modern printed books, the study also had a small shelf filled with ancient books wrapped in brocade cases.
Curious, Lin Tian wandered over and picked up a book to browse.
It was all in traditional Chinese characters, and each line was as difficult as classical Chinese; to someone unfamiliar with medicine, reading it would be like deciphering an ancient script.
But Lin Tian could understand it perfectly. Moreover, he noticed that the contents of this ancient book were also in "Tyrant Emperor’s Record," already vividly etched in his mind.
At some unknown moment, Zhao Qingtang had raised her head, watching Lin Tian’s back, suddenly saying, "Those are Grandpa’s most cherished ancient books, many of them are original manuscripts, very precious."
Lin Tian put down the ancient book and turned back, asking, "Have you read all of these?"
"Of course, I’ve read every book in this room." Zhao Qingtang said with a bit of pride.
"You’re quite the academic whiz." Lin Tian chuckled lightly, unimpressed. After all, the knowledge in his mind far surpassed what this room held.
The medical knowledge in Lin Tian’s head, along with countless formulas and prescriptions, could be considered the most comprehensive in the world.
However, there were still some rare isolated works he hadn’t seen, like the Hua Tuo’s medical book burned by Cao Cao’s jailers, which contained the Anesthetic Powder recipe and surgical information.
That was the medical field’s greatest loss.
Zhao Qingtang interlocked her fingers beneath her chin, gazing at Lin Tian and asking, "Why are you here?"
"I came for a free meal, of course. But your grandmother said I should give you some guidance." Saying this, Lin Tian had already walked toward the desk.
"Guidance for me?"
Zhao Qingtang’s beautiful eyes flashed, and her delicate eyebrows nearly shot up. Seeing Lin Tian’s smug look, she recalled the embarrassing incident in the guest room last time.
This annoying guy actually spanked her!
Luckily, this fellow drank himself into oblivion and couldn’t remember anything.
"Little brother, don’t think you’re so great just because Grandpa praised you a few times. Remember, there’s always a higher mountain, someone better than you out there..."
After finishing, Zhao Qingtang snorted heavily, her lips curving with an indescribable cuteness.
Lin Tian stood behind Zhao Qingtang, looking at her speech manuscript, titled "On the Advantages of Ancient Medicine Systems"!
Seeing this title, Lin Tian immediately understood, this girl wanted to fulfill Zhao Xuefeng’s wishes by suppressing Western medicine.
"Can I take a look at your speech manuscript?"
"Sure."
Zhao Qingtang stood up, offering the chair to him. Since her manuscript was on the computer, it was inconvenient for Lin Tian to view it standing.
Lin Tian didn’t decline, casually sitting down.
The chair was an ergonomic one, its cushioning still warm; when Lin Tian sat down, he could catch a light fragrance, which was Zhao Qingtang’s scent.
The bottom of the Word document displayed the total word count: 6894 words.
Not a lot for a speech manuscript.
With his hand on the mouse, Lin Tian began to browse.
Right at the beginning, the topic was addressed; Zhao Qingtang’s speech manuscript initially explains the significance of ancient medicine in the medical field, which is foundational for the Celestial Dragon Continent people!
Then, she moves into the main theme, covering acupuncture and massage to cupping...
Each ancient medical diagnosis method is thoroughly detailed. The writing style is skilfully handled, without avoiding any issues, clearly stating strengths and weaknesses.
The title is "On the Advantages of Ancient Medicine Systems," and the text indeed follows this theme. It even incorporates some obscure theoretical knowledge, some of which Lin Tian and Zhao Xuefeng had discussed.
Clearly, Zhao Xuefeng also reviewed and helped edit the manuscript.
One could say, it was already quite perfect.
Now, Zhao Qingtang was only making the speech even more perfect. To let it shine brightly at the ancient medicine summit; to inspire listeners and awaken minds!
After Lin Tian finished reading, Zhao Qingtang gently curved her lips, saying with some pride, "How does it read? Isn’t it great?"
With his feet on the ground, Lin Tian spun the chair to face Zhao Qingtang, smilingly said, "It’s written well."
"Just well?" Zhao Qingtang’s eyebrows furrowed slightly.
"Do you want my honest opinion?"
"Of course!" Zhao Qingtang looked at Lin Tian earnestly, waiting to be praised.
"The truth is... the article is well-written, but it’s too boring for me, it doesn’t captivate me!"
"What?"
Zhao Qingtang’s lively eyes widened, her lips slightly parted, staring at Lin Tian in disbelief.
This article was her painstaking effort, revised over two months. Even Grandpa praised it endlessly.
And this jerk actually called it boring!
Zhao Qingtang felt like her little volcano was about to erupt!
"Don’t you find it boring?"
"Me?" Zhao Qingtang pointed her fair finger at her own nose.
Zhao Qingtang was anxious, "Tell me, where exactly is my article boring?"
How could she not be upset? This article could easily make it to the front page of the best medical journals worldwide.
"Hold on, sit down, have a cup of tea, and listen to me slowly." Lin Tian gestured with his hands, trying to calm Zhao Qingtang down.
"I can’t wait! Hurry up! If your reasoning doesn’t hold, I’ll use your blood to honor my writing!" Zhao Qingtang said coldly, then snorted heavily again.
It was clear she was genuinely upset, even worse than the time Lin Tian spanked her!
"It’s true your article is well-written, it references classics, but it lacks a lethal edge."
"Lacks a lethal edge?"
"What’s the title of your article?"
"Are you blind? ’On the Advantages of Ancient Medicine Systems.’"
"Advantages mean comparison with what?"
"Of course with Western medicine."
"That’s why, in your article, not a single word about Western medicine is mentioned. You should avoid focusing solely on ancient medicine, but also highlight the shortcomings of Western medicine. Turn each word into a blade, a word with blood; let the sentences be knives that pierce Western medicine till it’s riddled with holes!"