Chapter 929: Why Worry About the Decline of Traditional Chinese Medicine
There’s an old saying in the Celestial Dragon Continent: The master leads you to the door, cultivation is up to the individual.
No matter what you study, comprehension is very important.
If Hua Dongxu had no comprehension after studying medicine for so many years, he wouldn’t have become the disciple of Xiaocheng’s medical genius, Xv Qibin.
Zhina accompanies him every day. As long as he’s there, her gaze and focus are always on him, especially those clean and innocent eyes, with such a gentle gaze that Hua Dongxu feels his heart melting.
If he still can’t feel a girl’s affection, Hua Dongxu is no different from a fool.
"Zhina... I think..."
"What?"
Hua Dongxu said, "I think your focus should still be on your studies."
"I’m always studying," Zhina seemed unable to hear any other implication in his words, finding Hua Dongxu more interesting, with a sweet smile on her lips.
Just as Hua Dongxu finally opened his mouth, wanting to explain something, Lin Tian was once again shouting loudly into the microphone on the TV: "Now let’s welcome the two protagonists of today, Mr. Zhao Xuefeng and Mr. Hua Dongxu."
"I should go," Hua Dongxu stood up.
Zhina quickly stood up as well. She trotted to Hua Dongxu’s side, smoothing the creases on his clothes like an obedient little wife.
Hua Dongxu paused, his lips moved but in the end, he couldn’t say anything.
Zhina smiled and said, "Sir, do you really have a chance against Zhao Xuefeng? I don’t want you to take risks for grandpa’s sake."
Hua Dongxu was taken aback again and couldn’t help but smile bitterly. It seems that this smart and perceptive little apprentice had seen through his intentions.
Everyone has their wishes, and Xv Qibin’s wish is to glorify H Medicine and surpass ancient medicine.
However, he is uncertain about Zhao Xuefeng’s medical skills on the Celestial Dragon Continent, so he hasn’t made a move yet.
If this time it were Xv Qibin who came and won, it would naturally boost H Medicine’s reputation greatly. But if he lost, the blow to Xiaocheng’s people would be quite significant, as he is worshipped as the God of Medicine by the people of Xiaocheng.
"There is some chance, and I won’t do something like a moth flying into the flame," said Hua Dongxu.
"How much?"
"Five percent, though I might be overestimating myself."
Zhina laughed, "Not at all, I think you have a ninety percent chance. Even if you lose, it doesn’t matter, there’s still my grandpa. If he loses too, then there’s me!"
Zhina’s gaze was burning as if unprecedented determination was igniting in her eyes.
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Zhao Xuefeng walked out wearing a beige trench coat from the backstage on the left.
He looked at the audience, which was filled to capacity, smiled slightly, and then quickened his pace.
Lin Tian could feel that his teacher’s steps remain steadfast as always, but the accelerated pace reflected his overall aura.
"Wow, it’s the first time I’ve seen Mr. Zhao wearing a trench coat. How did I not realize before, he’s so handsome?"
"Yeah, I used to think Mr. Zhao was handsome, but today he’s really stylish."
"You bunch of hopeless romantics, can’t even keep your eyes off the guys on stage."
As Zhao Xuefeng came out, the atmosphere in the venue reached another peak.
Screams, shouts, thunderous applause, and loud whistles all blended together, making it both deafening and exciting.
This is how it should be for Zhao Xuefeng.
Suddenly, Zhao Xuefeng bent his waist, bowing to the audience, then turned sideways to bow to the surroundings.
Each time, his waist bent to a ninety-degree angle, making Lin Tian watch with some anxiety, hoping he wouldn’t strain his back at his age.
"Thank you all for giving me such high praise and expectations. I can tell from your eyes that you believe I can win today’s competition. As you expect, I have that confidence! However, H Medicine’s strength is also great, and we cannot allow any laxity among us Chinese! I’m not trying to scare you!"
Zhao Xuefeng scanned the audience with his eyes, and suddenly, his expressionless face broke into a smile, saying, "I hope everyone takes this seriously, values ancient medicine, and values the Celestial Dragon Continent. Today, it’s me standing on the stage, but next time it could be one of you. You might not want to come up, but if H Medicine challenges you, would any of you back out?"
Zhao Xuefeng’s slightly trembling voice echoed through the speakers, reaching everyone’s ears. It stirred the young people’s passion, and many shouted in unison: "No!!!"
"Very good, loud and strong in voice. But this isn’t just about talking; I hope you can take our enemies seriously. If you dare to face the challenge, you should have enough strength! Here, I must give you another lecture. I’m old, but you are still young. You are the hope of our ancient medicine."
He paused for a moment, waiting for the applause to start again, then continued, "I hope the next challenge is initiated by us from the Celestial Dragon Continent! Do you have the confidence?!"
"Yes!"
The crowd shouted in unison, their voices powerful, soaring to the skies.
"Very good. Three years from now, I will also choose thirty members to bring to Xiaocheng, and challenge those renowned doctors of Xiaocheng. What I need are thirty capable and strong ancient medicine practitioners. Additionally, I have one more condition: I only want students from Kanyue City Medical University. Anyone willing to join me?"
"Yes!!!"
This time the voice was louder than any before.
They were filled with fervor, with some even having bloodshot eyes, desperately wanting to ’charge’ to Xiaocheng armed with their medical skills.
Zhao Xuefeng looked at the eager students below, his old eyes filled with tears of excitement.
With these students, how can we worry about the future of ancient medicine?!
Seeing Zhao Xuefeng’s tears, everyone was puzzled about what happened. Wasn’t he fine just now? Why is the teacher crying?
This scene tugged at the hearts of many, leaving them feeling a lump in their throats.
Lin Tian, feeling stirred, was much like the students in the audience.
He understood most why Zhao Xuefeng was shedding tears. This old man has devoted his life to ancient medicine, and what has he received in return? Neglect! Cold stares! Many have slandered ancient medicine, even looking to erase it.
Zhao Xuefeng probably never dreamed that he could witness such unity, could he?
Upon being influenced, many people also had tears in their eyes; the previously fervent atmosphere suddenly turned a bit strange.
Lin Tian quickly handed Zhao Xuefeng a tissue, then was the first to start applauding.
Clap, clap, clap...
His applause wasn’t loud, but soon others followed.
The applause started...
Everyone’s expressions were filled with excitement, clapping with all their might, the thunderous applause continued, with some even turning beet red, but still clapping enthusiastically.