Just as Lu Qiqi was about to make up a story, Zhou Yi stepped forward, glanced at the fish in the basket, and asked with a dark and unclear look in his eyes, "Are the fish here edible? Isn't this water supposed to be off-limits for drinking?"

When the plague struck Yi'an Village, it was the water from the village's ancient well that caused the disaster, leading to the Zhou family's eternal separation.

It felt like it had just happened, and Zhou Yi couldn't forget it for a long time.

Thinking of this, Lu Qiqi explained, "This fish didn't come from the village. I can't say where it came from, but I guarantee that nothing will happen to us if we eat this fish."

After all, this fish was raised using the spiritual spring in the space. Eating it would not only nourish the body but also strengthen it, offering only benefits and no drawbacks.

When asked on Monday, Li Changlong's question was interrupted and he didn't delve any further, which allowed Lu Qiqi to save some brain cells from making up stories.

However, we should be more careful when entering the space in the future, and at least consider things more thoroughly.

Li Changlong hadn't tasted fish for a long time, and looking at the two plump fish, he smiled, his teeth clearly visible.

He picked up the basket, intending to take it to the kitchen to cook, but Lu Qiqi stopped him.

"Second brother, these two fish, one can be grilled and the other can be used to make soup."

"I'll send a bowl to Dr. Huang and Dr. Luo in the next courtyard later, so they can have some nourishment too."

Dr. Luo has a bad temper, and apart from Dr. Huang, no one wants to share a room with him, which makes it convenient for them to have special meals prepared for him.

Li Changlong, carrying a basket, nodded and went to the kitchen, with Zhou Yi following closely behind to help.

Half an hour later, Lu Qiqi was able to drink the thick and delicious fish soup.

Upon tasting the fresh soup, one cannot help but praise Li Changlong's culinary skills; the fish soup is smooth and delicious.

The grilled fish is sprinkled with Liu Tong's secret recipe of pepper powder, making it crispy on the outside and tender on the inside—truly an exceptional dish.

As Lu Qiqi ate the grilled fish and drank the fish soup, she thought to herself that this was the most satisfying meal she had had since coming to Tianxin Village.

The days ahead will be tough, so she needs to replenish her energy to continue fighting on the front lines.

The next morning, Lu Da led the villagers to the village entrance in an oxcart to load medicinal herbs.

Lu Qiqi got up very early and went to the ancestral hall with Doctor Luo and Doctor Huang to get medicinal herbs for the villagers to decoct and take.

Lu Da led several young villagers to unload the herbs into the ancestral hall. Lu Qiqi gave Lu Da a thumbs up and said, "Brother Lu is really efficient."

Lu Da directed the villagers to arrange the herbs before turning to look at Lu Qiqi and saying, "With so many doctors here, I really hope we can leave the village together."

As Lu Qiqi watched the villagers carry all the medicinal herbs into the ancestral hall, she said, "That day will definitely come, and it will come very soon."

After saying that, Lu Qiqi rolled up her sleeves, untied the sacks containing the herbs one by one, and distributed the prescriptions to the doctors, and they all got the medicine together.

The doctor in white, surnamed Gao, noticed the other doctors examining and discussing the prescriptions. He voiced his concerns to Lu Qiqi, "Little girl, do you know how to treat illnesses? So many villagers are sick; the slightest mistake could cost them their lives. Can you bear this responsibility?"

Dr. Gao's words were fair, but every sentence questioned Lu Qiqi's medical skills and even had a hint of intimidation.

Lu Qiqi was not easily intimidated and said frankly, "If Doctor Gao has any better medicine or secret prescription, he might as well share it with everyone. After all, our purpose in coming to Tianxin Village is to treat the villagers. As long as they can be cured, it will be a good deed."

Doctor Gao has no magic cures or secret formulas. If he really had them, he would have shown them to everyone long ago. Why would he stay in this dilapidated village, living in constant fear?

Lu Qiqi handed over a soft knife, and Doctor Gao could only lower his head awkwardly and remain silent.

Doctor Qin took the prescription, examined it for a moment, and said, "I feel there's something wrong with this prescription."

As soon as Dr. Qin spoke, several doctors gathered around, eager to hear his insights.

Dr. Huang was the first to ask, "What's wrong with it?"

Dr. Qin held the prescription in one hand and pointed to it with the other, saying, "Not only has the dosage been reduced, but the efficacy is also much worse than before. In addition, a few superfluous herbs have been added."

Who decided on this prescription? This is quack medicine; they're playing with the villagers' lives!

Upon hearing the question, Lu Qiqi didn't hesitate for a moment and said directly, "This is the prescription that Doctor Luo and I agreed on. You can rest assured that this medicine is absolutely effective."

"Words are no proof. We cannot stand by and watch you treat the lives of the villagers as a joke and use them as test subjects!"

Doctor Gao spoke with 'righteousness,' saying, 'You are just a young woman, and your medical skills are not good enough.'

"Dr. Luo does nothing but eat and sleep. What good prescriptions can you two, one old and one young, possibly come up with? Aren't you just trying to make a fortune by risking the lives of the villagers?"

Dr. Gao didn't see the prescription, but Dr. Qin's medical skills far surpassed his. Even Dr. Qin questioned it, directly asserting that the prescription was definitely not a good one.

Lu Qiqi didn't expect that the villagers had no objections and the medicinal herbs had been obtained, but in the end, her teammate would interfere and prevent her from further treating the villagers.

However, she couldn't tell the doctors present about her and Dr. Luo's autopsy. It was safest to keep it to themselves, since no one could guarantee that the whole story wouldn't be exposed.

Lu Qiqi said, "Every doctor uses different medicines, and even the imperial physicians in the palace have to discuss and deliberate on the medicines they use."

But you immediately accused me and Dr. Luo of making up prescriptions, and even said things like you were trying to make money off us.

"It's such a waste of Dr. Gao's talent that he doesn't write sketchbooks!"

Doctor Gao snorted coldly, "You're quick-witted, but I won't argue with a little girl. Let the villagers decide whether they want to be drugged or properly treated."

After saying that, Doctor Gao flicked his sleeves and stood aside.

The intention was very clear: to make the dozen or so doctors choose between Lu Qiqi and Dr. Luo's side and Dr. Qin and Dr. Gao's side.

The dozen or so doctors looked at each other, whispered among themselves, and then looked at Lu Qiqi and the others.

The old man and the young man both seemed unreliable, and most people still felt that Dr. Qin and Dr. Gao were more capable.

Doctor Huang was the first person to choose Lu Qiqi. After the epidemic in Yi'an Village, Doctor Huang almost wanted to become Lu Qiqi's apprentice. How could he question Lu Qiqi's medical skills?

Although Dr. Luo seemed unreliable, he would ask him about the details of his consultations every day, just like when he was an apprentice and his master would question him about his studies. He was certain that this old doctor's medical skills were not low.

Among this group of doctors, Dr. Huang was considered to be highly experienced and skilled, and he was ranked first. He chose Lu Qiqi, and the other young doctors followed suit.

Several doctors even suddenly changed their votes and chose Lu Qiqi, which made Doctor Gao's face turn red with anger.

He could only utter a harsh warning: "You've chosen a dark path, aiding and abetting evil; don't regret it!"

It would have been better if Dr. Gao hadn't made any harsh statements; by doing so, he made a mistake.

The doctors who chose Lu Qiqi and Dr. Luo felt that their choice was absolutely correct.