Chapter 350: Opening of the Clinic
Jishidiang finally ushered in the opening day,
Red silk fluttered at the entrance of the clinic and firecrackers rang out.
Passersby stopped to watch.
"Jishitang, I'd rather have my medicine cabinet covered in dust than have the world be free of sick people." A scholar-like man fanned himself and sighed, "The founding mission of Jishitang is truly admirable. The owner must be a doctor who cares deeply about the lives of ordinary people."
Others also echoed,
"There aren't many clinics with such compassion. I hope Jishiditang can truly live up to the plaque's promise and relieve the suffering of the people."
"In my opinion, it's just some random writing. No business is run for profit."
"Yes, it sounds good, but who knows if it's just a name? Nowadays, many medical clinics make grandiose promises when they open, but they don't have any real ability to treat diseases."
"That's right, there is no business without fraud. How can anyone care about the lives of ordinary people just to make money?"
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Chen Qingqing heard everyone's discussion clearly. She smiled slightly and bowed to the crowd.
"Dear fellow villagers, thank you for your support. Today, Jishitang opens for business and offers free clinics. For seven days, all herbal medicines in the store will be sold at half price, and then the original price will be restored after seven days."
Discounts and promotions have become a marketing tool in modern pharmacies, but they were novel in ancient times.
As soon as Chen Qingqing finished speaking, she immediately attracted the curiosity of many people, who came over to ask,
Due to the 50% discount, many people came to buy medicine with prescriptions and rushed into the store to buy herbal medicine.
"Xiaowu, if someone uses a prescription to buy medicine, be sure to check it carefully." Chen Qingqing reminded Xiaowu at the counter.
"Okay, I'll take note of it." Xiaowu nodded.
Looking at the people coming in and out, Chen Qingqing secretly thanked Xiaowu for his experience, otherwise she would not be able to handle it all by herself.
There were many people buying medicine, but only a few people were asking for medical advice. It seemed like they were all waiting and watching. Some even questioned Chen Qingqing.
"Girl, are you the doctor who treats patients?" A woman in the crowd asked with a puzzled look on her face.
Chen Qingqing smiled and said, "Auntie, I am the doctor."
The woman shook her head subconsciously. "This is the first time I've heard of a female doctor in my life. Is this girl really good at treating illnesses at such a young age?"
"Yeah, I doubt it too. Let's wait and see!"
"That's right. What if he's a scammer? Taking the wrong medicine could be fatal."
Facts speak louder than words, so Chen Qingqing did not explain too much and sat leisurely at the consultation table.
There was a doctor in the crowd named Li An. He had known for a long time that Jishidiang was recruiting talents, but after asking around, he found out that the owner was a girl, so he had been hesitating whether to come and apply for the job.
"Make way, everyone, make way."
As the voices were heard, the crowd parted and Fan Tong walked in with a fat belly and a gift in his hand.
"Miss Chen, I've been waiting for your clinic to open. Today, I finally got my chance. This small gift is not enough to show my respect. Miss Chen, please don't despise it."
Chen Qingqing stood up with a smile and took the gift. "Thank you for letting Master Fan spend so much."
"No, no," Fan Tong said, his voice deliberately raised. "Miss Chen is my second parent. Not only did she cure my chronic illness, but my daughter-in-law is about to give birth. All this is thanks to Miss Chen. I have never found a chance to express my gratitude, so I came here today to express my gratitude in person."
A smile appeared on Chen Qingqing's face. Fan Tong was really timely. His noise was like a living advertisement. She didn't need to say much. Business must be good.
Qingshui Town is not big, but not small either. Many people knew that Fan Tong had a blood-wind sore that could not be cured for a long time. Later, they only knew that his illness was cured and he changed his personality. He never bullied his neighbors or exploited the people again.
It turned out that it was the girl in front of him who cured his chronic illness. It really shows that you can’t judge a person by his appearance. She is so capable at such a young age!
There was another round of discussion in the crowd, but it turned into praise.
Someone else took the opportunity to ask,
"Miss Chen, I've had a headache for half a year. Could you please take a look at it for me?"
"I have been coughing intermittently. Please prescribe me two doses of medicine."
"Miss Chen, I've been experiencing chest tightness and shortness of breath for several months. I've taken a lot of medicine but nothing works. What's going on?"
With Fan Tong's affirmation, many people began to ask questions.
Chen Qingqing raised her hand to signal everyone to be quiet, "Everyone, don't be anxious, line up and come one by one."
Looking at the people eager to try, Fan Tong suddenly became unhappy, "Don't worry, Miss Chen, I came here first, you have to see me first."
As he spoke, he glared at the crowd and said, "If I'm not coming, there's no need for you all to rush in. Why are you joining in the fun now? Just queue up at the back."
With this shout, the scene immediately quieted down. Although Fan Tong had changed his personality in the past six months, no one dared to offend him.
"Master Fan, don't use your power to bully others." Chen Qingqing reminded.
Fan Tong chuckled, "Yes, yes, I forgot what the girl told me when I was anxious."
Chen Qingqing didn't want to offend him at this time. After all, he came to give a gift. What's more, he was right. According to the first-come-first-served principle, he should be treated first.
"Everyone, please wait and line up. I'll see Mr. Fan first, and then I'll see you all right away."
Then he turned to Fan Tong and asked, "Master Fan, are you feeling unwell? Is it a relapse of your chronic illness?"
"Well, well..." Fan Tong looked around and said with an embarrassed look, "Miss Chen, it's hard to explain my illness. Can we go into the inner room and talk about it?"
"Can."
Arriving in the inner room, Fan Tong spoke first without waiting for Chen Qingqing to ask, "Miss Chen, my illness is a little hard to talk about. It's, it's that... that... what..."
"Master Fan, just tell the truth. In the eyes of a doctor, illness is more important than anything else. I won't make fun of you."
Chen Qingqing already knew Fan Tong's illness. After all, she was the one who prescribed the medicine. She didn't know if Chen Ruolan regretted her actions after being a widow for a year.
The thought flashed through her mind, and she didn't feel sorry for Chen Ruolan. After all, it was her own fault.
"Ms. Chen, Miss Chen, no, to be honest, I, I am just in that aspect..." Fan Tong hesitated for a long time and couldn't make out a clear answer.
Chen Qingqing was not in a hurry and waited for him silently.
Fan Tong's face flushed with anxiety. Thinking of the wives and concubines in the backyard who were like wolves and tigers, and the look of longing in their eyes, he gritted his teeth and said, "Miss Chen, I can't do it."
Fan Tong's face was as red as a monkey's butt. "I mean, I can't have sex with men."
Chen Qingqing said calmly with a serious face, "When did it start? Have you consulted a doctor?"
"Since I married Chen Ruolan, the doctor examined me and said that I was not sick, but had kidney deficiency. However, I took all kinds of supplements every day, such as deer antler, ginseng, and turtle soup. I drank them until my nose bled, but it didn't help." Fan Tong said truthfully.
It would be strange if it works, because that is an exclusive secret poison. If it can be easily detoxified, her poison space will become a decoration.
Chen Qingqing pretended to feel his pulse and then looked at his tongue. "If you want to cure this disease, stop taking all tonics first. Run five miles every morning to strengthen your bones and muscles. Drink two cups of mulberry leaf tea in the morning and evening. You will see results in half a month. Remember, continue to do good deeds and accumulate good karma. Never do evil."
"It's that simple." Fan Tong's eyes were filled with surprise and doubt...
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