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Taejonbirok Volume 20, Episode 7
Chapter 109: The Lazy Man Takes on a Challenge (2)
“No, please put that aside for now…….”
Wi Yeon-ho waved his hand. The pharmacist held a sharp needle in his hand.
Although his specialty is medicine, he is a true Tang dynasty man. The needles he holds can be a lifesaving tool, but they can also be the world's most powerful weapon.
It was so clear that there was no need to explain in words how that needle was being used.
Wi Yeon-ho, who saw the young, blue energy at the tip of the needle, smiled awkwardly.
“I don’t think you should be that angry.”
“What’s wrong?”
“Oh, you’re impatient.”
Just as the medicine master was about to throw his spit, Jang Il and Peng Do-geuk were startled and rushed in to grab the medicine master.
“Let go! Aren’t you going to let go of this?”
“Please calm down.”
"Think rationally, rationally! I know it won't be easy!"
“Reason?”
The pharmacist was foaming at the mouth.
"You're using poison on a patient? Am I even thinking rationally right now? You're using poison on a patient? Where in the world does such a lunatic come from?"
Of course, the two of them fully agreed with that sentiment. But they couldn't just leave the head of the medical school to rush towards Wi Yeon-ho.
“I think it would be best to calm down first.”
“That crazy guy sometimes, no, quite often, says crazy things, but if you listen closely, there are many times when his crazy things make sense.”
“……What the hell is that?”
"I'm sure you don't understand. I'm not confident I can explain it in a way you'll understand. So, for now, just listen to me…"
The head of the medical practice, who had been glaring at Jang Il and Peng Do-geuk with eyes that seemed ready to burst out at any moment, took a deep breath after seeing their awkward laughter. He tried to calm his agitated mind.
“Do I have to keep hearing that bullshit?”
“Isn’t progress something that starts from nothing?”
“I’m not interested in your bullshit philosophy.”
The pharmacist clicked his tongue.
"Still, since you're so earnest, I'll listen. But if you keep whining, I'll kick you out without mercy, even if it means facing a reprimand from the head of the household. That alone is a big concession."
“I wonder if there is any possibility.”
Jang-il laughed hehe.
But unlike his smiling face, his insides were burning black.
'Why should I have to make excuses for that guy?'
Of course, that wasn't the only issue. Peng Do-geuk was also trying to dissuade the head of the medical sect, and even Musan and Jegal Mun-in were prepared to spring forth at any moment.
If you hang out with Wi Yeon-ho, you'll end up making excuses and dealing with accidents.
Jang Il sighed and approached Wi Yeon-ho.
“Think carefully before you speak. If you don’t want to be banned from the pharmacy.”
“Why do people in this world treat what people say as nonsense without even thinking about it?”
“……Not human words, but your own.”
And you deserve to be treated like crap, because it's true!
“Tsk, my mouth hurts.”
Wi Yeon-ho opened his mouth, looking at the head of the medical clinic with dissatisfied eyes.
"So, think carefully. You need to inject energy right now, but if you give him elixir, won't he be unable to handle that energy?"
“That’s right.”
It felt like the words 'I will never accept anything you say' were written on the pharmacist's face.
'I don't think it will work?'
Jang Il surprisingly knew that Wi Yeon-ho was a sharp talker. Even if he didn't notice it in real life, Wi Yeon-ho was a man of exceptional flair when it came to selling medicine.
Jang Il, who usually gave Wei Yeon-ho a hard time when he was selling medicine, had no choice but to cheer him on now.
"Then you just need to use a medicine that doesn't strain your body. Isn't that what we often say in the Tang family? Poison is a miracle cure. Poison and internal energy share a common thread."
"hmm……."
"They also use poison to build internal energy. As long as poison exists, we can't deny this, right?"
"exactly."
This cannot be denied. To refuse to acknowledge this is no different from denying the Tang family's ignorance.
"Well, it's simple. Poison has energy. And no one dies from ingesting poison, right?"
“…….”
The pharmacist's face was changing more and more strangely.
This is bullshit.
That was really bullshit.
But what should I call this? So this is… … .
'That's a plausible lie.'
It doesn't make sense, but it makes sense.
Tang's medical practice is based on the principle of "the unity of medicine and poison." This means that poison can become medicine, and medicine can become poison. And this theory wasn't simply unique to Tang.
Any medicine, when taken in excess, becomes toxic. Energy, when used in moderation, can invigorate the body, but when used excessively, it can actually consume the body.
The same was true of poison. While poisons are generally considered harmless, pharmacies actually prescribed poisons like fennel for anti-inflammatory and pain relief. If used in a way that doesn't strain the body, poison can also be used as medicine.
but…….
"Look here, Sohyeop. These people are still hovering on the threshold of the afterlife. And you want to poison them?"
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“Is there another way?”
“No, there is no other way!”
If the fire doesn't go out even after pouring water, can we say that pouring oil is the right way to do it?
“It’s impossible. It’s absolutely impossible.”
"Don't just think negatively. Think about it. These people have blocked qi and blood, so normal medicines and elixirs won't work. They need energy that spreads independently of qi and blood. In that sense, the best poison is one that can kill anyone, regardless of whether they're a warrior or ordinary person, human or beast!"
My head is spinning.
What the heck is this crazy nonsense?
There is no such thing as dog whining.
however…….
“That makes sense.”
The head of the medical doctor suddenly turned. There, Jegalmunin was nodding with a meaningful expression.
“It certainly sounds plausible.”
"no……."
The pharmacist struck his chest.
"Zhuge Liang! The world calls those words that sound plausible but actually sway the people false. If even Zhuge Liang falls for those sweet-talking words, what are we to do?"
“But isn’t it undeniable that your lord’s words are the most realistic of all the treatments that have been discovered so far?”
“Tongue, reality?”
The pharmacist was on the verge of death.
“Reality? Is that what you just said?
"Yes. Isn't it true that poison can penetrate gaps that other energies can't? So, if used well, it could revitalize your energy."
"It'll dig in! It'll dig in! The poison, I mean. Do you know what we call it when poison digs in without hesitation?"
"……well."
"It's called addiction! Addiction! Hey, you crazy bastards! What are you going to do by poisoning people who are already doing it today or tomorrow! If you want to get rid of the corpse, just put a knife to their throat. Why go through all the trouble of killing someone?"
“Is that so?”
Having learned the lesson that one should never venture into areas outside of one's area of expertise, Zhuge Liang stepped down.
“I absolutely cannot allow that.”
“Hey, don’t keep thinking so negatively.”
Wi Yeon-ho shrugged.
"If we can just effectively remove the poison, it will have the effect of filling the well with water. Right now, these are damaged and collapsed wells. There's no time to rebuild them and pour clean water into them. For now, just pour in the dirty water and keep the wells from collapsing. Over time, the dirt will naturally settle and the water will become clearer."
“……This idiot!”
The pharmacist lost his temper.
It had to be that way.
Doesn't it sound really plausible just to hear it?
Even the head of the pharmacy was thinking to himself, 'Well, maybe it's worth a try?'
But that won't work.
“I can’t risk my patient’s life!”
"I told you, it's not an adventure. It's more of an adventure to just waste time without proper treatment. But at least there's a chance."
"that……."
“You just have to catch the poison, just the poison.”
“Look here, the above-mentioned small group!”
The pharmacist glared.
"Are you saying we should pour poison into someone who could easily die from the poison and then force them to hold out? That's tightrope walking, more precarious than walking on a blade. Who would do that?"
“It’s the master.”
“…….”
The pharmacist's eyes wavered.
"I am……."
"I know. You may not be the best doctor in the Central Plains. But there's no one in the world as skilled in both poison and medicine as you are."
The pharmacist kept his mouth shut.
What Wi Yeon-ho said is right.
This is something no one but him can do. Even if Hua Tuo were to return alive, he wouldn't be able to do it better. This isn't a problem that can be solved through medical treatment alone.
"That's why I'm telling you. If the master of medicine refuses to do it, then there's nothing I can do. It's beyond my control."
“Hmm…….”
Wi Yeon-ho looked at the medicine master and said quietly.
"My master said, 'If there's no path, you have to make one.' If you only follow the path you've already created, no new path will open."
“So now is the time to make that new path?”
“That’s not something I can know. But I can be sure of one thing.”
“What do you mean?”
Wei Yanho lowered his head and looked at the patients. After gazing at their miserable state for a long moment, he raised his head.
“If they were conscious, which way would they have chosen?”
“…….”
“Would I have chosen to just die slowly, or would I have risked my life to find a way to survive?”
“That’s a stupid question.”
The pharmacist's face distorted.
"Of course they would have found a way to survive. After all, they are the proud descendants of a noble family."
Wi Yeon-ho chuckled.
“Then isn’t it decided?”
“Small group.”
"yes?"
“The small group will go to hell.”
“Whew, that’s a scary thing to say.”
The pharmacist shook his head.
"This is crazy. This is truly crazy. One wrong move and there will be mass deaths."
“It’s just a matter of when you die.”
"……Shit."
The pharmacist turned around.
“Where are you going?”
“I need to meet the head of the household.”
“Why, my lord?”
“Then we will decide what poison to use!”
Everyone's eyes were focused on the medicine man. As he opened the door and stepped out, his steps filled with annoyance, Wi Yeon-ho shrugged and followed him.
"As expected of the party. The members are also very passionate."
“…….”
Jang Il observed this entire process and came to a single conclusion.
“Probably no one in the entire history of the world can match you in terms of irritating people.”
“Is that a compliment?”
"maybe."
Jang-il shook his head and followed the pharmacist.