Chapter 1 Main text [Prologue] Moon over the West Window At this moment, I sat upright on a stone bench in the valley, toying with the green-glazed porcelain cup in my hand. I glanced around and said leisurely, 'Why have you come, young master?' Willow catkins fluttered in the air, a
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Chapter 1
Main text [Prologue] Moon over the West Window
At this moment, I sat upright on a stone bench in the valley, toying with the green-glazed porcelain cup in my hand. I glanced around and said leisurely, "Why have you come, young master?"
Willow catkins fluttered in the air, and a few green bamboo leaves landed on the man in the blue robe. He flicked his finger, and the bamboo leaves on his sleeve danced like butterflies. His eyes shone brightly. "Are you the Valley Master of Medicine King Valley?"
I brushed my nails, stroked the surface of the zither, admired the flowers blooming and fading in the courtyard, watched the clouds drifting across the sky, sprinkled some fish food into the small pond, and cleared my throat with great elegance, "Hmm—"
The clear pool water reflected my majestic and awe-inspiring demeanor as the Valley Master.
"I have heard that the Valley Master of Medicine King Valley, Physician Xia, is a handsome and refined gentleman. Today I have met him, and he is indeed a peerless talent."
I picked up the teacup, took a sip, and, concealed by my sleeve, smiled—a smile befitting the legendary, peerless beauty.
He set down his cup and said calmly, "Fragrant and mellow, this is excellent Tieguanyin. Why don't you join me for a drink, brother?" With that, he poured him a cup.
He lifted the hem of his robe and sat down, replying, "Thank you, Valley Master." Then, he glanced down at the tea, took a small sip, and then raised an eyebrow, smiling broadly, "Valley Master is a man of character. To be honest, I came here today to ask for your apprenticeship."
I sat up straight, my fingertips tracing the rim of the bowl, and casually asked, "May I ask how many wives and concubines you have in your household, sir?"
He paused, then said, "I am not married yet."
I brushed the bamboo leaves off my robe, rested my chin on my hand, and pondered for a moment. "How old are you, brother?"
"Twenty-one."
I smiled at him and said, "I am eighteen. You may not know this, but Medicine King Valley does not accept disciples older than me." After saying this, I sighed and said, "It's not meant to be. Please leave, brother."
He was taken aback. "I have never heard of such a rule."
I covered my mouth and yawned. "Of course, it's just been added this year. Countless people come to my Medicine King Valley to become disciples every day. If we didn't establish rules, Medicine King Valley would have been razed to the ground long ago. Brother, what a coincidence."
“That is truly a pity. I have come all the way from Jiangnan, from afar, to express my gratitude to Physician Xia for saving my life.” He opened the bamboo-ribbed paper fan in his hand and shook it gently. On the fan surface, a peach blossom was outlined in light ink, two or three blossoms of varying shades, as if dipped in water; beneath the blossoms was a seal with a solitary character inscribed on it – “Lou”.
I leaned forward and took a closer look. After weighing the situation in my mind, I focused my gaze on the person before me. He was dressed in fine clothes and had an elegant appearance. His lips were slightly upturned, and his every move exuded charm.
The seventh young master of the Lou family in Jiangnan, waving a fan, laughs at the peach blossoms, holding his sleeves, he treads on the flowing clouds.
My heart skipped a beat, and I asked, "Brother, could you be Lou Qishan, one of the Three Young Masters of Yangzhou?"
The newcomer's eyes flickered, and he bowed respectfully to me. "I am Lou Xiyue, a humble man. Several months ago, my father was fortunate enough to receive a single pill from Physician Xia, which suppressed the strange poison. Today, he has come to Medicine King Valley in person to express his gratitude. I have always admired Physician Xia's miraculous healing skills. Since we are not destined to be master and disciple, I can only offer these four auspicious jade pieces as a token of my thanks." After speaking, he gestured to his attendant, who then presented a brocade box.
I was shocked. I stood up, slammed my hand on the table, and knocked over the teacup. I said boldly, "Wait a minute. Since you are so sincere, I will make an exception and accept you as my disciple today!" If I could take the
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Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Chapter 23
Chapter 24
Chapter 25
Chapter 26
Chapter 27
Chapter 28
Chapter 29
Chapter 30
Chapter 31
Chapter 32
Chapter 33
Chapter 34
Chapter 35
Chapter 36
Chapter 37
Chapter 38
Chapter 39
Chapter 40
Chapter 41
Chapter 42
Chapter 43
Chapter 44
Chapter 45
Chapter 46
Chapter 47
Chapter 48
Chapter 49
Chapter 50
Chapter 51
Chapter 52
Chapter 53
Chapter 54
Chapter 55
Chapter 56
Chapter 57
Chapter 58
Chapter 59
Chapter 60
Chapter 61
Chapter 62
Chapter 63
Chapter 64
Chapter 65
Chapter 66
Chapter 67
Chapter 68
Chapter 69
Chapter 70
Chapter 71
Chapter 72
Chapter 73
Chapter 74
Chapter 75
Chapter 76
Chapter 77
Chapter 78
Chapter 79
Chapter 80
Chapter 81
Chapter 82
Chapter 83
Chapter 84
Chapter 85
Chapter 86
Chapter 87
Chapter 88
Chapter 89
Chapter 90
Chapter 91
Chapter 92
Chapter 93
Chapter 94
Chapter 95
Chapter 96
Chapter 97
Chapter 98
Chapter 99
Chapter 100
Chapter 101
Chapter 102
Chapter 103
Chapter 104
Chapter 105
Chapter 106
Chapter 107
Chapter 108
Chapter 109
Chapter 110
Chapter 111
Chapter 112
Chapter 113
Chapter 114
Chapter 115
