The "Mastermind" then took a good look at Lanqin. Judging from her attire, he had already guessed a bit about her, and said, "Quick-tongued, but I think you're right, so it's settled then."
Fourth Master looked at Lanqin, then said to "Miracle Hands," "Sir, my father is not among the three types of people you mentioned. Would you mind making a trip there?"
"Miracle Hand" then looked at Nianxue, Su Peisheng, and the carriage behind Fourth Master, and said, "I wonder who your father is? Could you please let Old Man of the Mountain know? Also, what incurable illness does he suffer from?"
The Fourth Master pondered for a moment and said, "My father is just a merchant. He suffers from headaches that flare up frequently and cause him great pain. I beg the 'Miracle Doctor' to lend a helping hand."
Lanqin thought to herself: That's right, Fourth Prince. Since you don't want to reveal Kangxi's identity, don't give people that prince's sullen face!
"Miracle Hands" nodded and said, "Come in, the gate isn't locked." Then he turned and went back into the inner room.
Li Wei stepped forward and pushed, and sure enough, the door opened. The dog seemed to understand its master's words and stopped barking at Fourth Master and the others.
Fourth Master and the others entered the inner courtyard and saw that the ground around the courtyard was covered with various kinds of medicinal herbs, and there was a faint medicinal fragrance in the air.
The group walked up the steps and into the main house.
The skilled man was already seated in the main seat, where a tea set similar to that used for Kung Fu tea was laid out. Upon seeing Fourth Master and his entourage enter, he said, "Please have a seat, distinguished guests!"
Fourth Master walked over and sat down opposite him, while the others sat in the guest seats. Lanqin looked around and found that although the room seemed simple, it was actually quite ingeniously decorated.
"Sir, my father has suffered from headaches for many years, and recently they have been flaring up frequently. Each flare-up is extremely painful. We have seen many doctors, but none of them can cure him." The Fourth Prince briefly recounted Kangxi's condition.
Miao Shou stroked his goatee and said, "Some headaches cannot be cured by simple acupuncture and massage. These headaches are caused by long-term bone deformation that compresses nerves and blood vessels. They cannot be cured by medicine and require long-term posture correction."
Lanqin looked at Miaoshou with admiration, thinking to herself: The wisdom of the ancients is truly not to be underestimated. What this old man said is almost exactly the same as what modern doctors say about migraines caused by spinal compression! Yes, Emperor Kangxi may have suffered from chronic headaches because he spent long hours reviewing memorials at his desk, which led to nerve compression in his spine.
After listening for a moment, Fourth Master couldn't help but ask, "What you're referring to, sir, is it that the 'spine' is compressing a nerve?"
Upon hearing this, Lanqin was immediately dumbfounded! Oh my god, Sisi, you're really good at applying what you've learned!
A glint of light flashed in the skilled hand's eyes, and he curled his lips into a smile, saying, "You are also versed in Western learning?"
The Fourth Prince responded with a smile, "It's not me, it's my little princess." After saying that, he couldn't help but glance at Lanqin.
But this time, the skilled doctor suddenly lost his smile and said coldly, "I'm afraid I'm useless and cannot cure my father. Please find someone more skilled."
Everyone present was stunned. How could the harmonious atmosphere just a moment ago suddenly turn sour?
Even the Fourth Master couldn't help but stare at the master in surprise, but the latter's face had already turned cold, and his tone left no room for negotiation.
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