Chapter 85
Jade Lotus supported Lu Sheng into the common room to rest before swiftly summoning the physician appointed by Crimson Whale Sect .
"External Head Lu’s injuries…" the physician got a fright of his life as he examined Lu Sheng’s injuries .
He looked up at Lu Sheng who, all things considered, was in rather good spirits . His hair stood on ends . To be able to survive such serious injuries and live to sit here before him for a physical examination… it simply defied all the medicinal principles he had learnt .
"Pardon my frankness . External Head Lu is mainly suffering from excessive bleeding right now . As long as we put an end to the excessive bleeding, he will be fine . This old physician doesn't know how the External Head is stopping the bleeding right now, but from the looks of it, he’s doing a good job," the physician hesitated before continuing, "these two deep wounds seem the result of someone’s hands piercing into his inner organs…"
Szzz…
A chill ran down Jade Lotus’ back as he heard those words . What sort of person could have used their hands to pierce into External Head Lu’s body?
Ever since External Head Lu had openly bashed Deputy Sect Master Gongsun to death, he had been widely regarded as the Number Two expert in the Sect .
Who would have the guts or the capability to hurt such a top expert?
"Cut the nonsense . I’ve stopped the bleeding, just cut away the rotten flesh, quick," Lu Sheng hurried .
"Yes yes yes…" the old physician anxiously responded . He retrieved a sharp knife, which he began to use to cut away at the poisoned, rotten flesh between Lu Sheng’s chest and abdomen, as well as at his waist .
Jade Lotus, who stood at the side, glared intently at the old physician’s hands . These were vital parts; naturally, he couldn't let down his guard as this outsider proceeded .
Conversely, Lu Sheng didn't worry in the least . Even though his hard body skills had been defeated, his body was very sturdy, and his bones unyieldingly tough to begin with . Within him, Ultimate Crimson Mantra Qi circulated boundlessly . Any threatening move by the other party would be immediately detected by him and dealt with .
Moreover, the reaction speed by a Spirit Focus expert was something beyond the imagination of the old physician . He could even respond to that female lantern ghost’s teleportation-like movement, what more this?
The silver blade sliced through Lu Sheng’s charred rotten flesh little by little, which was then deposited onto a silver dish which had been prepared in advance . Lu Sheng’s robes were opened wide, revealing the deep green veins bulging on his neck . His hand grasped onto the saber that had been stuck into the ground, his whole body unmoving .
Jade Lotus didn't make a sound as he stood to the side, paying careful attention to every inch of the physician’s movements .
After the entire length of time it takes for a joss stick to burn, the physician finally removed the blade from Lu Sheng’s torso . Heavy beads of perspiration could be seen on his forehead .
"Luckily, it’s not life-threatening," he seemed like a huge weight had been lifted off his shoulders .
"Many thanks, doctor," Lu Sheng nodded . Next to him, Jade Lotus attentively dabbed away the perspiration that was on his forehead, somewhat effeminate in his manner .
Lu Sheng didn't notice anything out of the ordinary . On the other hand, it was Jade Lotus himself who seemed to suddenly realize that something was amiss and immediately withdrew his hand .
"This is the Crimson Snake powder, which this old physician personally concocted . It is able to target most poisons of the Yin-nature; take some orally and apply the rest externally . Also, there’s this prescription . External Head, take three doses each day, and do not leave it overnight," the physician advised repeatedly before finally preparing to take his leave . "This old man will take his leave now . External Head, do rest early, that will aid in the recuperation from your injuries . "
"Many thanks," waving his hand, Lu Sheng signaled for someone at the side to see him out .
The room door shut tight, leaving behind just him and Jade Lotus .
"External Head, how did it get this perilous this time?" Jade Lotus was grim as he asked gravely .
"Heh, an old foe came knocking, and even used my family to threaten me . It’s lucky I survived," a fierce glint shone in Lu Sheng’s eyes .
"Is it… that?" Jade Lotus’ voice hushed to a whisper .
Lu Sheng looked at him, "You know about that?"
"…I heard the old Sect Master mention it previously," Jade Lotus nodded slightly . "Otherwise, given your prowess, the only people capable of injuring you to this state in the whole of Mountain-Edge City, and the region beyond, are but peak experts like Old Sect Master . "
"We need to strengthen our defenses . They’ve come right to my doorstep . I’ll need you to look after the forbidden zones, and arrange the men to guard them closely . No human being is allowed in or out in the next ten days, understood?" Lu Sheng asked grimly .
"No problem . External Head, just focus on your recovery . I’ll handle the miscellaneous duties," Wang Lianzi nodded .
"Focus on recovery? I fear I have too many things on my mind…" shaking his head, Lu Sheng did not elaborate .
The two of them chatted some more on the matters that had recently cropped up . Most of the time, it was Jade Lotus reporting, with Lu Sheng just listening .
After giving a rough overview of the situation, Jade Lotus exited the room and shut the doors, at the same time instructing the servants to serve the food .
Lu Sheng wolfed down a full three catties worth of stewed rabbit meat, two deer legs, four catties of vegetables and tofu, as well as an entire tub of rice . Only then was he satisfied and dismissed the servants .
After his meal, he rested for a bit more before rising to head out .
It was already dark outside .
Lu Sheng instructed someone to bring his horse over, which he flipped onto . Yin-Yang Jade Crane Skill had already been exhausted by more than half, leaving behind a mere third of it that was still pouring into his wounds unceasingly . It helped his injuries to recover, such that he didn't have much trouble moving around .
"Ning San!"
"Yes! Big Bro!" Ning San dashed out from the side . He had been waiting there all this time for instructions .
"How’s the situation with my family? Do you know?" Lu Sheng asked as he rode .
"Old Master Lu has already settled down in the Eastern Lake district of the city . He bought a house there with sufficiently large grounds . All of them have arrived there safely by now," Ning San answered promptly . "Your subordinate went earlier to secretly protect them for a stretch of the journey . Presently, Duan Meng’an has led a team to covertly watch over them . "
"Not bad, you knew to arrange covert protection," satisfied, Lu Sheng nodded . "Pick a few men to inform Qiao’er that I’m well . I’m going to that Eastern Lake district you’re talking about . "
"Yes, sir . "
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