Traveling through time and space: Medical skills travel the world

"Sister Fang, where are you from?" Li Yong, who was sitting opposite her, looked curious with anticipation in his eyes.

"I'm from the city, and I've only been in this village for a few days." Chen Fang smiled slightly, gently lifted her hair from her forehead, and a hint of nostalgia appeared in her eyes. "I grew up in the city and have seen a lot of prosperity, but I always feel that there is a lack of warmth."

"Warmth?" Zhang Mei frowned, not quite understanding. "The city is so lively, how can there be a lack of warmth?"

"It's lively, but it's always busy and the relationships between people are weak." Chen Fang sighed and continued, "Here, everyone is sincere and can share stories with each other, which makes me feel warm."

"You're right." Li Yong nodded, a hint of recognition flashing in his eyes. "I've lived here for more than ten years. Although my life is not rich, every time the villagers get together and chat about family matters, I always feel very happy."

"So what stories do you have to share?" Chen Fang's curiosity was aroused and she looked forward to her friends' stories.

Zhang Mei bit her lower lip, hesitated for a moment, and finally spoke: "I have a story about my childhood. At that time, my family was very poor and often didn't have enough to eat. One time, my brother and I went to the mountains to look for wild fruits, but we accidentally got lost."

"Lost? What will you do?" Chen Fang's eyes lit up and his face was full of concern.

"We wandered around in the mountains for a long time, our stomachs growling with hunger. Finally, we had no choice but to sit on a big rock and cry." Zhang Mei's voice gradually became lower, as if she had returned to that helpless moment. "Just when we were about to despair, we heard the voice of an old lady. She walked out of the woods, holding a basket full of wild fruits."

"That old lady must be very kind!" Chen Fang interrupted, with a touch of emotion in her eyes.

"Yes, she shared the fruits in the basket with us and told us how to get out of the mountain." Zhang Mei showed a warm smile on her face. "I still remember her smile, which was as warm as the sunshine."

"What a great story!" Li Yong exclaimed, "I also have a story about me and my father."

"Hurry up and tell me!" Chen Fang and Zhang Mei said in unison.

"When I was a child, my father often took me to work in the fields. That day was the harvest season, the rice was golden, and the fields were full of joy." Li Yong's eyes were shining with memories, "I harvested with my father. Although it was very tiring, my heart was full of joy."

"Your father must be great." Chen Fang said with emotion.

"Yes, my father always taught me to be honest and kind." Li Yong's voice was full of admiration. "Once, I found a gold ring in the field. Although I wanted to keep it, I chose to give it to the village chief. When my father found out, he praised me and said I did the right thing."

"This is such a proud story!" Zhang Mei applauded and praised, "We should all be honest people like you."

At this time, bursts of laughter and joy came from the village. Several children were chasing and playing not far away, as if lighting up the whole village. Chen Fang looked at them and felt a warm touch in her heart.

"In fact, the power of stories lies in their ability to connect us closely together." She said softly, her eyes gentle but firm, "No matter where we come from or what we have been through, the process of sharing stories is the moment when our hearts connect with each other."

“Sister Fang, you said it very well!” Li Yong nodded excitedly, as if he had found a resonance. “We should tell more stories and convey more warmth.”

"Yes, let everyone feel each other's presence." Zhang Mei also echoed, with a happy smile on her face.

As the sun gradually sank, the air was filled with the fragrance of rice, and the stories of several friends intertwined into a beautiful picture on this warm afternoon. Chen Fang's heart was filled with warmth, and she knew that she had found a sense of belonging in this village and the most precious friendship among friends.

"I'll tell my story next time!" Chen Fang said expectantly, her eyes sparkling with longing for the future.

"Okay! We're waiting for you!" Li Yong and Zhang Mei responded in unison. Their laughter echoed in the bluestone path, as if leaving this warmth in this quiet village forever.

"Sister Mei, are you really planning to go to that temple?" Xiao Cui followed her with a hint of worry in her tone.

"Of course, I can't wait." Li Mei turned around with an excited smile on her face, "You know what? I have always hoped to change the lives of me and my father. We can't go on like this."

Xiao Cui sighed, a hint of hesitation flashed in her eyes, "But, do the legendary gods really exist? What if the wish you made cannot be fulfilled?"

"It's better than my current life!" Li Mei said firmly, with unquestionable determination in her tone. She turned around and continued to walk forward, silently thinking about her wish.

After walking for a while, they finally arrived in front of the temple. The temple was ancient and solemn, and the moss-covered stone steps seemed particularly heavy, as if carrying countless secrets. Li Mei took a deep breath and pushed open the heavy wooden door. The door made a low creaking sound, as if telling the vicissitudes of time.

"Wow, it's so beautiful!" Xiao Cui couldn't help but exclaim in amazement. The interior of the temple in front of her was decorated with exquisite carvings, ancient scrolls were hung on the walls, and the statue of the god sat in the center, emitting a mysterious glow.

Li Mei approached the statue, silently reciting her wish. Her hands trembled slightly, nervous and expectant. At this moment, an old voice came from behind her.

"Young man, what are you doing here?"

Li Mei and Xiao Cui were startled and turned around to see a white-haired old man in a simple robe with a kind face.

"We...we want to make a wish." Li Mei answered stutteringly, secretly wondering about the old man's identity.

The old man smiled, his eyes sparkling with wisdom. "A wish is not something you can make casually. It requires sincerity and courage. Are you ready?"

"I want my family to live a good life." Li Mei said without hesitation, with a determined light in her eyes.

"I want... I want to make Sister Mei's wish come true." Xiao Cui also plucked up the courage and echoed softly.

The old man nodded, seeming satisfied with their determination. "Wishes require a price, are you willing?"

"Price?" Li Mei's heart tightened and the smile on her face gradually disappeared.

"Yes, the price." The old man said slowly, "The realization of each wish requires a certain exchange. What are you willing to pay for your wish?"

Li Mei was silent, thinking. She thought of her father, how hard he worked for a living, and the difficult times she and Xiao Cui had spent together. "I am willing... I am willing to use my time to exchange for my father's happiness."

Xiao Cui was stunned for a moment, then nodded, "I am willing to use my youth to exchange for Sister Mei's wish."

The old man smiled slightly, with a hint of approval in his eyes. "I know what you mean. Now, close your eyes and focus on your wish."

Li Mei and Xiao Cui looked at each other, then closed their eyes and silently prayed for their wishes. There seemed to be a mysterious power in the air, and Li Mei felt dizzy, as if the whole world was spinning.

When she opened her eyes again, she found herself in a strange place. There were green fields all around her, and in the distance there were a few small houses with chimneys emitting curling smoke. The sun shone on the earth, warm and bright.

"Where is this?" Xiao Cui exclaimed, her eyes full of confusion.

"I don't know..." Li Mei was also extremely surprised, and wondered secretly in her heart which era they had traveled to.

"Have we returned to ancient times?" Xiao Cui's voice trembled, as if she realized the seriousness of the matter.

Li Mei shook her head vigorously, trying to calm herself down. "No matter what, we have to find a way to go back." She took a deep breath and tried to keep herself calm.

The two walked forward and saw a woman in ancient costume sitting by the field, fishing with a long pole in her hand. Li Mei plucked up her courage and walked forward.

"Excuse me, where are we now?" Li Mei asked cautiously.

The woman raised her head, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes, "Where are you from? This is the territory of our village, how come you are here?"

"We...we were just passing by and got lost." Xiao Cui explained hurriedly.

The woman seemed dissatisfied with their answer and frowned. "Why are your clothes so strange? Are you from outside the country?"

Li Mei's heart tightened, realizing that her clothes might have exposed her identity. She pretended to be calm and said, "We are here to seek help. Can you please tell us about the situation here?"

The woman glanced at them, a hint of sympathy in her eyes. "I have never seen what you look like before, but I can take you to the village, and maybe you can find the help you need."

"Thank you!" Li Mei said gratefully, secretly rejoicing in her heart that she had finally found someone she could rely on.

Following the woman, they walked into the village. The villagers looked at them curiously and whispered. Li Mei felt uneasy, but she knew that the most important thing now was to find a way to go back.

"You have to be careful. The people here are not friendly to outsiders." The woman warned, "But if you can help me, I will try my best to help you find your way home."

"What can we do to help you?" Li Mei asked anxiously.

"I have a sick cow at home, and I need you to help me find some herbs." said the woman, with a pleading look in her eyes.

Li Mei and Xiao Cui looked at each other and knew that this was an opportunity. As long as they completed this task, they might be able to win the trust of the villagers and find a way to return.

"Okay, we are willing to help you!" Li Mei answered firmly, praying silently in her heart, hoping that everything would go smoothly.