Rebirth: Phoenix Riding the Ninth Heaven

Li Ruoyue hurriedly asked everyone present to stand. Her beautiful yet slightly haggard face revealed an expression of immense sorrow. In a soft but firm voice, she slowly spoke, "Saving people is my responsibility and mission as a doctor. There's really no need to thank me. I only hope to alleviate some of your pain and cure your illness. This is my greatest wish in life! Moreover, this successful treatment wasn't the work of me alone; it was the result of the concerted efforts of me, Doctor Qian, and many other doctors. So, there's really no need to thank me alone."

Everyone listened quietly to Li Ruoyue's deeply moving words, a strong feeling of affection welling up in their hearts. They sighed, "It's because of your kindness and superb medical skills that you were able to pull an old woman like me back from the brink of death and save my life! Thank you, doctors, for your help. Without you, I'm afraid my young grandson and I wouldn't have seen the sun again tomorrow."

Li Ruoyue, overwhelmed by the overwhelming gratitude and enthusiastic greetings from the patients, distributed the medicine with the delivery person, carefully instructing them on how to take it and to notify them if they felt any discomfort. Then, she left in a hurry.

Li Ruoyue stepped into the hall with light steps and immediately spotted Imperial Physician Qian standing in the center of the crowd. With a focused and meticulous expression, he explained in detail to the imperial physicians and herbalists he had personally brought with him. He held a yellowed sheet of paper, densely written with the names and dosages of various herbs. The paper contained the miraculous prescription for this particular treatment.

Doctor Qian not only thoroughly understood the wonderful properties of the prescription, but also meticulously analyzed the data he had gathered from his meticulous observations of the patient's condition over the past few days. His resonant and clear voice echoed throughout the hall, each word carrying a magical power that captured the attention of everyone present.

Seeing how devoted Doctor Qian was, Li Ruoyue couldn't help but feel a sense of respect in her heart. She tiptoed to a chair nearby, sat down slowly, and like everyone else, listened attentively to Doctor Qian's explanation.

As time went by, Li Ruoyue grew increasingly impressed by Doctor Qian's vast medical knowledge and unique insights into pharmacology. Although she had previously learned some pharmacology and prescriptions from her master at the Taoist temple, there was still a certain difference between what Doctor Qian was now explaining. However, this difference was not a matter of good or bad, but rather a unique and subtle nuanced approach. Because of this, Li Ruoyue listened with increasing fascination, afraid to miss even a single crucial detail.

As Doctor Qian was concentrating on his explanation, he suddenly caught sight of Li Ruoyue quietly sitting down beside him. At that moment, his heart trembled, and his already serious attitude became even more rigorous and meticulous. He knew that Li Ruoyue's master must be a hidden master, otherwise how could she have obtained such a fantastical prescription for curing the plague?

Doctor Qian unreservedly shared his years of valuable experience, detailing every detail with meticulous attention to detail. He spoke eloquently about the unique and miraculous effects and mechanisms of action of these medicines, as if he wanted to impart everything he knew to the young doctor before him. Time slipped by, and before he knew it, the sun was setting and the sky was fading.

At that moment, the stomachs of the audience below began to growl. Doctor Qian realized that he had been speaking for so long, and everyone must be starving. He felt a little embarrassed, and a slight blush crept into his face, but he quickly regained his composure, smiled, and raised his hand, signaling everyone to disperse.

As soon as Li Ruoyue dragged her slightly tired body into her resting room, she saw Luzhu coming up to her anxiously. She asked in a hurried tone, "Miss, you are finally back! I have been waiting here for a long time. I wonder where you have been?" Li Ruoyue looked apologetic and replied softly, "Don't worry, Luzhu. I went to the front desk to listen to the teacher's lecture. What's the matter? What happened?" Luzhu shook her head gently, took a long breath and said, "It's not a big deal. It's just that I saw that Miss had been out for a long time and I was worried that Miss had met with an accident. I wanted to go out to look for her, but I was afraid of missing her, so I had to wait here for her to return."

Hearing this, Li Ruoyue felt a surge of warmth in her heart. She hurried forward, took Luzhu's hands tightly, and gently patted the back of her hands. She said with deep affection: "My dear Luzhu, you don't have to worry so much. What big thing could happen to me? But right now, I do have a favor to ask of you." Luzhu blinked and asked curiously: "Miss, please feel free to tell me. As long as it is within my ability, I will do my best to help you."

Li Ruoyue stuck out her tongue mischievously and said coquettishly, "Oh, actually, your young lady's stomach is growling with hunger. I wonder if there is any food that can fill it?" Looking at her young lady's appearance, Luzhu couldn't help but smile helplessly and joked, "Young lady, you are so grown up, why are you still acting like a spoiled child?" Li Ruoyue pouted and replied angrily, "I'm not acting like a spoiled child at all. I'm just really hungry. Luzhu, don't make fun of me anymore!" Seeing this, Luzhu quickly stopped smiling and comforted, "Okay, okay, young lady, don't be impatient. I'll prepare some food for you." After that, she turned around and left in a hurry.

Lu Zhu hurried out, and a moment later, she hurried back inside, carefully holding an exquisite food box. Her face was filled with anxiety, and she kept muttering, "Miss, I've already prepared the food and kept it warm in the pot, hoping you'd come back soon to enjoy it!" As soon as she finished speaking, she gently placed the food box on the table, deftly opened the lid, and took out three delicious dishes and a soup, as well as a large bowl of steaming, fragrant white rice. Then, Lu Zhu skillfully arranged the dishes and rice neatly, setting aside her chopsticks and spoon. Then, she hurriedly urged, "Miss, come and eat while it's hot! It's all warmed on the table for you!"

Li Ruoye gazed upon the sumptuous meal before her, unfazed. She walked directly to the table, sat down, reached for her bowl and chopsticks, and began to devour it ravenously. Despite her rapidity, her eating manners were not unsightly, maintaining a certain elegance. After all, as the daughter of a marquisate, she had been educated in strict etiquette and manners, and the proper manners of a lady of noble birth were ingrained in her bones. Even though she was now ravenously hungry, she would not abandon the good habits she had cultivated over the years for a moment's urgency.

Standing nearby, Luzhu watched her young lady devour her food with such abandon that a pang of sadness welled up in her heart. She wondered to herself, "How long has the young lady been hungry?" She looked as if she was about to devour the entire table in one gulp. She must have endured so much hardship while away from home, to be so hungry. Thinking of this, Luzhu's eyes welled up slightly, and her pity for her young lady intensified.

Li Ruoyue hurriedly finished her meal, then stood up and walked to the basin, carefully washing her face with clean water. Luzhu gently and neatly placed the used dishes and chopsticks into the lunch box, as if afraid to disturb the sleeper with even the slightest noise. Then, she slowly walked to the door, gently closed it, and tiptoed out. Li Ruoyue was now alone in the room, lying quietly on her bed.

Although Li Ruoyue was exhausted physically and mentally after a day of running around, she couldn't sleep peacefully. The scenes of her interactions with the people over the past few days kept replaying in her mind, those pale, thin, and sorrowful faces flashing through her mind like scenes from a movie. The barren land, with no grass growing, and the miserable scenes of the people displaced and homeless, tore her heart apart.

Li Ruoyue tossed and turned, her emotions swirling like surging ocean waves. She knew full well the suffering this drought had brought upon the people, and how could she help them overcome this hardship? She longed for a swift downpour to hydrate the long-parched earth and save the people from the dire straits. But when would this rain finally arrive? Li Ruoyue felt immensely anxious and helpless, and could only pray silently in the darkness...

During that difficult time, Li Ruoyue and Imperial Physician Qian led the team in a desperate battle against the disease day and night. They worked tirelessly, meticulously caring for each patient, constantly adjusting treatment plans and trying various potentially effective drug combinations.

Finally, hard work pays off! The epidemic is gradually under control. Those once tormented by illness are now recovering and able to get out of bed and move around freely. Touchingly, patients who have just regained some strength have not chosen to rest and recuperate, but have taken on the responsibility of caring for newer, more seriously ill patients.

Here, everyone cares for and supports one another. Those recovering from serious illnesses will unhesitatingly help those still struggling. Everyone, in their own way, conveys warmth and hope. The mountain feels like a large family filled with love and care, overflowing with a joyful and peaceful atmosphere.

With everyone's concerted efforts, time slipped by. Two months later, a miracle occurred—all the patients had recovered! Gazing upon the healthy, vibrant faces before them, Li Ruoyue and the other imperial physicians were overcome with emotion. Tears of excitement welled in their eyes, their hearts filled with relief and pride. All the painstaking efforts of the past few days had finally paid off. Those precious medical resources had been put to their full potential, successfully rescuing lives from the clutches of Hades. At that moment, they felt it had all been worth it.