Chapter 861 A Grand Gathering of Thousands of Healers~
The imperial edict sent by Emperor Wu to be read aloud set a good precedent for this medical exchange conference.
Who would dare to underestimate someone who is valued by the emperors of the time?
Li Sanniang was watching from behind Wang Shuzheng. Even though she was a soul that had traveled from modern society, at this moment, she felt a sense of loyalty and righteousness, like a scholar who would die for his confidant.
Wang Shuzheng, a local, was even more excited. He was almost fifty years old, but at this moment he was like a hot-blooded young man who had been injected with chicken blood, and his cheeks were flushed with excitement.
Those who stood around the large square and watched also had their own thoughts.
Those officials who were on good terms with the Imperial Medical Bureau felt that the Tang Dynasty was getting better and better, and would only get better in the future;
The doctors and their families present felt that this was the best era for doctors.
Although being a doctor in the Tang Dynasty was not considered a lowly profession and there was even a chance to become an official, doctors did not have the same infinitely bright future as scholars.
With the issuance of this imperial edict by Emperor Wu, it was clear that the future of physicians would be bright, and they would have ample opportunity to realize their ambitions.
So how could I not be happy? Not excited?
As for the pharmaceutical merchants who also function as businessmen, they were overjoyed.
Zhongli Wenlian stood in the front row where the medicine merchants were, and she could hear and see the scenes of the imperial edict being read out more clearly than anyone else.
Meanwhile, Zhongli Wenlian also observed from the sidelines the importance of Li Sanniang, one of only two female officials present, to this grand gathering of physicians.
The intimacy between Princess Qingyang and Li Sanniang, and Wang Shuzheng's high regard for Li Sanniang—doesn't all of this prove that investing in Li Sanniang now is a worthwhile investment?
Before Zhongli Wenlian could figure out how to establish a relationship with Li Sanniang, solemn drum music resounded throughout the square.
The first Physicians Exchange Conference has finally officially begun.
Accompanied by the sound of drums and music, Wang Shuzheng was the first to step onto the high platform erected in the center of the square. With a solemn face, he walked up the platform step by step.
He lit three incense sticks, and then the article, which was already well-known in his mind, came out of his mouth.
First, they sang praises to Shennong, then they said many good things about Emperor Wu, and finally they spoke of carrying on Shennong's will to protect the health of all people.
At this point, Li Sanniang and Ning Yizheng stepped forward together, and together with Wang Shuzheng, they raised incense and bowed repeatedly to the Shennong statue standing on the high platform.
When Li San Niang offered incense and prayed, she was truly devout. She silently thought to herself, "Today, I have finally taken this step!"
I will contribute to the medical cause of the Tang Dynasty and do my best for the people of this world!
If there truly are gods watching from above, then may the gods aid my Great Tang!
After the solemn and respectful worship ceremony was completed, it was almost noon.
Wang Shuzheng is indeed a medical officer worthy of his position; he has quite a few tricks up his sleeve.
The next step was supposed to be to announce the specific agenda for this physician exchange conference, but Wang Shuzheng instead invited Princess Taiping to speak.
Princess Taiping was very accommodating, or perhaps she had intended to say something on this occasion. She stood up at the head of the table, looked around, and then began to speak.
"Humans eat grains, how can they avoid getting sick?"
A doctor's benevolent heart is a blessing to all people.
Today I come on behalf of the sage, just to witness the brilliance of the thousands of physicians present.
May this inaugural Physicians' Exchange Conference be a success, nurturing more physicians for our Great Tang Dynasty, and ensuring that every citizen of our Tang Dynasty has access to medical care!
Although Princess Taiping's words were merely a beautiful vision, it was precisely because they were a beautiful vision that they naturally received enthusiastic responses from the thousands of people present.
Taking advantage of this atmosphere, Ning Yizheng stepped forward to announce the agenda for the physician exchange conference and to discuss the various competitions that would be held in the Chongwen Hall over the next month.
Finally, he said, "...Although this exchange meeting is only for doctors, anyone who is interested can still bring their household registration sticker to reserve a ticket in advance."
Those with difficult or complex illnesses could submit their cases in advance, which would then be used as competition topics for diagnosis and treatment by the physicians in the inner sanctum.
After saying this, Ning Yizheng bowed to the crowd below the stage and then stepped down from the platform.
These words were spoken little by little to the onlookers by the waiters who had been prepared in Liberty Square. At this moment, Li San Niang and the others were seeing off Princess Taiping, Princess Qingyang, and Shangguan Wan'er, who had come to show their support.
Because of a remark by Princess Qingyang, Princess Taiping even had a few words with Li Sanniang.
"You're that female physician?"
Good, good, she is a role model for my daughter!
I know about the maternity ward you built; even the sage said you did a good job.
If you do well in the future, the sage will reward and punish fairly, and you will surely have a bright future!
Li San Niang responded and thanked Emperor Wu and Princess Taiping. Princess Taiping then boarded the carriage with Shangguan Wan'er and left Chongwen Hall.
Princess Qingyang stayed behind. She said to Wang Shuzheng, "I am in charge of the drug rehabilitation center outside the capital. In the past, thanks to the help of Physician Ning, the Imperial Medical Bureau has also done a lot of work there."
I've already booked a table at Yuelai Restaurant; I would be grateful if you would grant me this honor today.
Princess Qingyang bowed to Wang Shuzheng. Since Wang Shuzheng had no intention of refusing the princess, he naturally led the Imperial Physicians and others to the restaurant with Princess Qingyang.
Having witnessed the entire ceremony, the crowd, who were leaving in an orderly fashion following the instructions of the Imperial Guards, did not go home. Instead, they sat down at various restaurants and taverns near Chongwen Hall, all hoping to take their household registration documents and go see the hall again as soon as it opened in the afternoon.
Tang Mingyue and her family of more than a dozen people sat down at two tables pushed together in the lobby of a tavern.
"This trip was definitely worthwhile!"
This morning alone was worth all the hard work we put in during the past few days of rushing around on the road.
Tang Mingguang took the lead and spoke to everyone in this way.
Tang Mingyue's second brother, Tang Mingxing, nodded in agreement: "Eldest brother, this is only the first day."
We'll be holding these exchange meetings for the next month!
Alas, we are not physicians from Chang'an, otherwise we could have gone up on stage and given it a try.
I wonder if the competition allows people from outside Chang'an to participate?
When Tang Mingyue was asked a question by his second brother, he put down his teacup, chuckled, and then replied, "I really don't know the specifics."
Judging from the wording, they'll probably post specific notices outside. Let's go take a look after we finish eating.
In my opinion, doctors from outside Chang'an should be allowed to come up on stage. After all, this is a doctors' exchange meeting, and as long as they are doctors, they can naturally come up on stage to exchange ideas.
As for that competition, I truly know nothing about it. Second brother, don't worry, we can just ask about it later.
The doctor was curious about how the communication would proceed over the next month.
Patients who had been ill for a long time and had not received medical treatment were also having heated discussions about whether they had been diagnosed with a rare and difficult disease and whether they could be examined by a group of doctors.
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