Tang Yu suppressed a laugh and followed Song Hao into the consultation room. The two of them were immediately taken aback.
In the simple clinic room, there was only a table and a wooden bed. An elderly man with white hair was sitting at the table, legs crossed, leisurely smoking a cigarette. This was the same old man he had met at the night market the night before.
"Oh! Senior, it's you!" Song Hao exclaimed in surprise.
Lin Fengyi turned around upon hearing the voice and saw the two young men he had met last night. He was quite surprised, but said calmly, "How did you find your way here?"
“Teacher Lin, yesterday’s meeting was a coincidence. I came to this city specifically to see you,” Song Hao said respectfully.
"Looking for me? What's up?" Lin Fengyi put down his crossed leg, took another drag of his cigarette, and stubbed it out in the ashtray on the table.
"My name is Song Hao, and this is my friend Tang Yu. We have come here to learn from Teacher Lin as instructed by our master," Song Hao said, bowing as he stood there.
"Who is your master? What are you going to learn from me?" Lin Fengyi's eyes showed impatience.
“My master’s Taoist name is Jade Spirit Immortal, and his secular name is Xiao Boran,” Song Hao said.
"Oh! You're Master Xiao's apprentice! I knew it! You speak so eloquently and have some knowledge." Lin Fengyi was slightly surprised upon hearing this, but his expression softened slightly.
“Your master is incredibly skilled! Why not learn from him? What can you possibly learn from me?” Lin Fengyi shook his head.
"My master said that Teacher Lin is proficient in traditional Chinese medicine pulse diagnosis, and his diagnosis is like magic, with results that are both surprising and accurate. He has not only grasped the true essence of traditional pulse diagnosis, but also has his own unique insights. His mastery of pulse diagnosis is unparalleled in the world! Therefore, he sent me here to become his disciple and learn the way of pulse diagnosis. I hope Teacher Lin will give me guidance!" Song Hao said respectfully.
"Hmph! That old Taoist Xiao is used to a life of leisure, so he dares to think of anything. 'Mastering the Pulse Dao, unparalleled in the world!' That's really flattering me. He's just talking nonsense, teasing you! Go back, I can't teach you anything. Your master is a true immortal, very powerful!" Lin Fengyi snorted coldly. Clearly, he harbored some resentment towards Xiao Boran.
"This..." Faced with Lin Fengyi's indifferent attitude, Song Hao was still surprised, even though he was mentally prepared.
"Alright, you can leave now. The hospital just notified me of a meeting, and it's almost time." Lin Fengyi glanced at his watch, stood up, and said. He had already given the order to leave.
Seeing this, Song Hao had no choice but to leave with Tang Yu. Lin Fengyi locked the door of the consultation room and left without looking back.
"That old man is really strange! We came all this way to find him, and this is his attitude. He knows you know your master, but he doesn't show you any courtesy. Perhaps your master offended him back then," Tang Yu said indignantly from the side.
"I almost forgot, I should give him the two books Master asked me to bring. I'll come back tomorrow," Song Hao said, shaking his head helplessly.
After being turned away when he visited Lin Fengyi, Song Hao felt disappointed and walked dejectedly towards the apartment.
"Song Hao, you should go back and rest first. I have some things to do." Tang Yu said this at the hospital entrance, then turned and went back into the hospital.
Song Hao didn't know what she was going to do, and since she was a girl, he didn't want to ask too many questions. He just nodded and went back to his apartment alone.
Lying in bed, Song Hao remembered his master Xiao Boran's words: Lin Fengyi was stubborn and difficult to get along with; they should find a way to win him over.
Tang Yu returned in the evening, looking excited.
"I've inquired about him, and this Lin Fengyi is indeed a master of medicine! Your Taoist master is truly insightful; he made the right choice in sending you here to learn from him," Tang Yu said happily.
"What, you went to find out about their background?" Song Hao asked in surprise.
Tang Yu laughed, "Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be defeated! How can you have the confidence to learn someone's skills if you don't find out their background? This Lin Fengyi is indeed extraordinary; all the doctors in the hospital have a sense of awe towards him. Several senior doctors told me that his diagnostic skills are nothing short of miraculous, sometimes even inaccurate compared to modern medical equipment. He can even pinpoint the exact number of white blood cells and red blood cells—it's amazing!"
"Furthermore, he can predict life and death with unerring accuracy. He can pinpoint the exact day someone will die, and that day is certain. His pulse diagnosis is as exquisite as that of Hua Tuo. The National Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine has investigated his miraculous pulse diagnosis and called him the number one modern expert in Chinese pulse diagnosis! He is truly unparalleled in the world! However, he has a somewhat eccentric personality and is not easy to approach."
Upon hearing this, Song Hao asked in surprise, "If he is such a highly skilled person, why don't we see him seeing patients or have any patients come to him?"
Tang Yu said, "That's because he only goes to the hospital to see patients on Sundays, it's become a routine, and the patients all know it. He's never seen on other days, and the hospital leaders can't do anything about it. Tomorrow is his day, so we can go and see just how amazing his skills are. Also, I heard from those older doctors that Lin Fengyi only diagnoses patients, he doesn't prescribe medicine, and it's been like this for many years. Most of the patients he diagnoses go elsewhere for other treatments, so he hasn't brought much economic benefit to the hospital, and they've gradually neglected him, only giving him a secluded traditional Chinese medicine clinic. Besides, everyone says he's an eccentric, and he refuses to pass on his pulse diagnosis techniques, even ignoring apprentices recommended by the leaders of the National Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine. So, it will be quite difficult for you to become his apprentice this time. But don't worry, I'll find a way to get him to teach you the true essence of pulse diagnosis."
Chapter 73 The Extraordinary Pulse Diagnosis Master (2)
The pulse has yin and yang; understanding yang indicates understanding yin, and understanding yin indicates understanding yang. There are five types of yang, totaling twenty-five. Yin refers to the true organs; their presence indicates failure, and failure inevitably leads to death. Yang refers to the yang of the stomach. Distinguishing yang reveals the location of the disease. Distinguishing yin reveals the time of life and death. The three yang pulses are in the head, and the three yin pulses are in the hands; this is the so-called "one." Distinguishing yang reveals the times when the disease should be avoided. Distinguishing yin reveals the time of life and death. Carefully study yin and yang, and do not consult with others. — *The Inner Canon of Medicine, Chapter on the Differentiation of Yin and Yang*
Song Hao laughed and said, "As long as we haven't chosen the wrong person, I'm determined to become his apprentice. I won't have come here for nothing. Everyone with ability has a temper, and that should be understood. I think I can win him over."
Tang Yu laughed and said, "It's good that you have that confidence. Besides, I also found out Lin Fengyi's address. If all else fails, I can go to his house every day and pester him. Let's see who has more patience."
Song Hao laughed and said, "Your intelligence gathering was worthwhile and you deserve praise. Come on, let me treat you to something nice."
"To be rewarded for one's merits, that's more like it!" Tang Yu said happily.
The two left the apartment, looking for a place to eat. Suddenly, Song Hao noticed a beautiful woman leaning against the door of a red sports car across the street, smiling at him.
"Why is she here?" Song Hao frowned upon seeing her. The newcomer was none other than Luo Feiying.
The alert Tang Yu had already seen Luo Feiying and recognized her, and her expression changed slightly.
"Song Hao, how have you been! Why didn't you tell me you were leaving Shangqing Temple? I've been looking everywhere for you. If I hadn't heard from your master, Master Xiao, that you might come here someday, I would have thought you'd been tricked and killed!" Luo Feiying walked over with a smile and glanced at Tang Yu.
"You must be Tang Yu from the Tang family of medical practitioners," Luo Feiying said, looking Tang Yu up and down.
"Then you must be Luo Feiying, the eldest daughter of the Luo family of the Demon Needle Sect. I've heard Song Hao mention her; she's someone who often schemes against him," Tang Yu said calmly.
"Song Hao has mentioned me to you! But he has never mentioned you in front of me," Luo Feiying said, feigning smugness.
Seeing that the two girls were talking at odds, Song Hao quickly smiled and asked, "Miss Luo, is there anything I can do for you?"
"Of course I have something to say. Can't I talk to you even if I don't? Come here, I have something to tell you." Luo Feiying gave Song Hao a reproachful look, then turned and walked towards her sports car.
"Wait for me a moment, I'll be right back." Song Hao had no choice but to follow.
"Get in the car, let's find a place to talk." Luo Feiying got into the car, turned her head, and said to Song Hao in an unquestionable tone.
"Just say what you need to say. Tang Yu is waiting over there," Song Hao said, remaining standing beside the car.
Seeing this, Luo Feiying angrily slammed her hand on the steering wheel, turned to Song Hao and sneered, "What do you think the Tang family is after? Isn't it all for that thing? Be careful you don't die without even knowing why. I do have my own agenda, but I won't harm you. The tricks that Old Daoist Xiao played can't fool my father. That thing is still in your hands, isn't it?"
Upon hearing this, Song Hao was startled, realizing that Luo Beiming was indeed cunning and shrewd; even his master's plan couldn't escape his notice. He then said, "Believe it or not, do it as you please. I don't want to say anything more."
“But I’ve already convinced my father to believe me and canceled all actions against you. Do you believe me?” Luo Feiying looked at Song Hao and smiled strangely.