Chapter 437 Saving the Beggar
The old doctor told Fubao every word of the prescription he had written.
"The medicine I prescribed includes Phellodendron chinense, which is bitter and cold in nature, and is good at clearing away dampness and heat in the lower part of the body, making people feel cool. There is also Sophora flavescens, which is bitter and cold in nature, and has the effects of clearing away heat and dampness, killing insects and relieving itching, and can relieve the uncomfortable itching of women's private parts. There is also Atractylodes macrocephala, which can strengthen the spleen and replenish qi, dry dampness and promote diuresis, and can help people resist dampness. There is also Plantago seed, which can promote diuresis and relieve stranguria, and can expel excess dampness and heat from the body through urination.
Angelica sinensis can replenish blood and invigorate blood circulation, and regulate the qi and blood of women who are weak due to illness. In addition, there are some adjuvants, such as licorice, which are used to harmonize the other medicines so that the efficacy of the entire prescription can be better exerted. "
Fubao didn't understand what he was saying, and asked with his head tilted, "Grandpa, these medicines are really powerful. Fubao wants to learn from you about the properties of these medicines, okay?"
The old doctor laughed and said, "Of course you can, but aren't you going to leave with your father? You only have one day, but I have two medical books that I can lend to you. When you come back, return them to me, okay?"
Fubao's face flushed with excitement. He went up to the old doctor and hugged his legs, saying sweetly, "Thank you, Grandpa. You will definitely be blessed."
The old doctor gave a bitter smile, and Fubao noticed that the corners of his mouth were filled with bitterness.
Fubao was a little confused. The old doctor had obviously saved so many people, so what could he be unhappy about?
"Grandpa, what's wrong with you? Why are you unhappy?"
Fubao let go of the old doctor's legs and took a step back, with confusion and worry in his big eyes.
The old doctor laughed, touched Fubao's head, and sighed, "It's okay, I'm not unhappy, I just think you are so eager to learn at such a young age, you will become a great man in the future, grandpa likes you very much, but it's a pity that grandpa doesn't have a grandchild as smart as you."
When Fubao saw that the old doctor finally smiled, he also smiled.
"Play here for a while. I'll go find some books for you. You don't have any basic knowledge right now, so I'll find two books that are suitable for you."
The old doctor put his hands behind his back and slowly left, but Fubao felt that the old doctor's back was a little bent, which made her feel inexplicably distressed.
At this time, Banxia came over. He patted Fubao on the head, smiled gently and asked, "Little sister, what are you looking at?"
"Big brother, why don't I see grandpa's family?" Fubao always felt that there seemed to be something missing in this clinic. Just now when Banxia was patting her, she suddenly remembered that something was missing and looked up and asked Banxia.
Banxia squatted down, her eyes level with Fubao's, and then she slowly said, "My master's family is all gone. I heard from others that my master had a wife and children before he came here to open the clinic, but later his children were kidnapped and his wife died because she was too sad. My master never remarried. He has been asking people to inquire about his children and has never given up."
"Moreover, the master lives a very frugal life and is very friendly to others. He is accumulating merits for his child. He thinks that as long as he saves more people, his child will come back safely one day."
After Banxia finished speaking, he lowered his head with red eyes. Over the years, the master had treated him as his own child and the effort he had spent on him far exceeded the relationship between master and disciple. However, he was not talented and had followed the master for more than ten years, but he had not learned half of the master's medical skills. He heard all the questions Fubao asked just now, but he had never actively thought about the problems. No wonder he had been stagnant for so long.
Fubao felt a little sad after hearing this. She really hoped that grandfather could find his son. Grandpa was so kind and saved so many lives. It was unfair for God to treat him like this.
As the two were talking, a noisy sound was heard outside the clinic.
Banxia hurried out. Usually this kind of sound meant something happened at the door.
How could Fubao, a curious baby, leave her behind? She immediately shouted, "Brother Banxia, wait for me," and ran out after Banxia.
The entrance was already crowded with people, and as soon as Banxia came out, people immediately made way for her.
Most of the onlookers were shop owners or waiters from nearby shops, and some were just ordinary people going to the market.
"Is Doctor Banxia here? Come and take a look at this man. He looks like a beggar. Could he have starved to death?" The owner of the grocery store next door hurriedly pulled Banxia to the front.
Banxia walked through the crowd and looked at a man on the ground who was surrounded by everyone. His clothes were tattered and ill-fitting, his wrists and ankles were exposed, and his skin was covered with bruises.
His hair had already clumped together, scattered on the ground in wisps and covering his face. Banxia knew without even looking that this man's face must be dirty. He had seen too many beggars. Every day his master would not forbid them to be driven away and would sometimes give them some mixed-flour steamed buns. Over time, the number of beggars outside their clinic increased.
The beggar in front of me was obviously frozen. Coupled with malnutrition, he was thin and must be in poor health.
Banxia helped the man up skillfully, without any dislike for the smell of the beggar, as if she had done it thousands of times.
He turned the man over and sat on him. At this time, Fubao also squeezed in between people's legs and just saw Banxia turning the man over.
She aimed at the beggar's wrist, pounced on it, grabbed it, and took his pulse in a serious manner.
Banxia looked at Fubao's serious expression and felt a little amused. This kid really... never misses any opportunity to learn.
But he didn't say anything. He waited for Fubao to finish feeling the beggar's pulse before asking, "How is it? What did you find out?"
Fu Bao said seriously, "Brother Banxia, I feel his pulse is a little unstable and weak, not as strong as yours and mine. Does this mean that his body is not in good condition? Does he need nourishment?"
Banxia nodded in appreciation, "Yes, he must have fainted from hunger. In addition, he has not been able to eat for a long time, so his face is pale and his body is thin. He needs to be treated internally."
"Then let's take him back to the clinic? Can I ask my father to buy him a bowl of porridge?"
Banxia smiled and said, "No, we have porridge in our clinic. Master asked me to cook a big pot of porridge every day so that I can give it to the beggars at any time. Especially in winter, a bowl of hot porridge can save a life."
"Wow, grandpa is such a kind man."
Banxia half dragged and half pulled the beggar back to the clinic and placed him on the bench in the inn. There was a brazier in the clinic, which was much warmer than outside. The beggar slowly opened his eyes.
"Little sister, please help your brother watch this man first. I'll go to the back and get him a bowl of porridge."
"Well, okay, I will definitely keep an eye on him."
As soon as Banxia left, the old doctor came to the front with two books.
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