“Doctor Li, in Western medicine, Anthony’s condition can only lead to amputation. What methods can Chinese medicine employ to treat it?” Smith asked humbly.
Whether Western or traditional Chinese medicine, the goal is the patient’s recovery, so he couldn’t help but wish to learn.
“There are many methods. Bring me a small knife,” Li Se said, then took out his silver needles and inserted them into the acupoints around Anthony’s leg wound, forming a small circle.
Smith handed him the small knife.
“Bear with it!” Li Se glanced at Anthony before preparing to make his move with the knife.
“Doctor Li, what are you doing?” Jason couldn’t help but ask.
“This section must be removed!” Li Se stated.
Anthony was startled upon hearing this: “Aren’t… aren’t you using anesthesia?”
Li Se pointed to the silver needles and said, “Didn’t you see I sealed your acupoints with silver needles? Don’t worry, you’ll only feel slight pain.”
“Chinese medicine is truly profound. Acupuncture can replace anesthesia,” Smith exclaimed with deep admiration.
Jason said no more. If what Li Se said was true, then traditional Chinese medicine was indeed very miraculous.
Indeed, as Li Se made the incision, Anthony did not cry out in pain. He only felt as if something was biting him. While there was some pain, it was within his tolerance.
After the removal, Li Se took out golden needles and performed the Yang Revival Needle Technique. Yes, he also knew the Yang Revival Needle Technique, and he executed it flawlessly. As for Zhao Xinze last time, it was merely superficial.
“Go prepare a jin of rice bran and a pot for cooking rice,” Li Se immediately instructed Jason and Smith.
Both men nodded. Just then, Alice returned. She was dirty and disheveled, no longer possessing her former noble demeanor.
“Alice, go buy a jin of rice bran and a cooking pot. The hotel should have one!” Jason commanded.
Alice looked dejected but dutifully went to buy the rice bran.
About five minutes later, Alice returned with the rice bran and the pot, saying, “Is this it?”
“Yes!” Li Se nodded, wrapped the rice bran in gauze, and placed it in the pot. After it boiled, he told Alice, “Switch to a low heat.”
“Oh, okay.” Alice nodded and could only comply, not daring to voice any complaints.
About ten minutes later, after the boiled water cooled, Li Se used the water extracted from the rice bran to clean Anthony’s wound.
“Doctor Li, what is the use of this?” Smith felt it was quite miraculous.
“This has the effects of dispelling dampness, relieving itching, and removing necrotic tissue to promote muscle regeneration. It has excellent efficacy in treating chronic leg ulcers,” Li Se explained.
After cleaning, Li Se bandaged Anthony’s wound and advised, “For the next period, avoid fried and spicy foods, and definitely no alcohol, to prevent worsening the condition.”
“Doctor Li, I understand.” Anthony nodded, feeling somewhat happy because he wouldn’t need amputation. Although a small piece of flesh was removed, it was far better than losing his entire leg.
“Doctor Li, how long will it take for my brother to recover?” Jason inquired.
“About half a month, and he should be fully healed,” Li Se estimated.
“Thank you, Doctor Li!” Jason expressed his gratitude.
Alice remained silent, her feelings a mix of emotions. She regretted it, thinking that if she had let Li Se treat him earlier, she wouldn’t have had to endure such suffering.
“Doctor Li, if you need anything in the future, just ask!” Anthony laughed heartily. “As long as I can help, I will.”
“Good!” Li Se nodded.
After leaving the hotel, Li Se received a video call from Rowling.
“My dear Li, long time no see.” Rowling was as beautiful as ever, her voice tinged with excitement. Indeed, they hadn’t been in contact for several months.
“Rowling, why are you suddenly video calling?” Li Se sounded perplexed.
“I missed you.” Rowling had always been direct with her feelings and pursued those she liked. “You promised me you’d visit the US. When are you coming?”
Li Se’s face darkened. He had only said it casually back then. He cleared his throat and said, “We’ll talk about it later.”
“But I’ve said it now. If you don’t come, I’ll come find you,” Rowling said with a sly smile.
“You’re not actually going to come, are you?” Li Se’s heart stirred. For some reason, he felt a sense of anticipation. The thought of this wild foreign woman ignited a fiery desire in his lower abdomen.
“Li, your eyes are acting strangely,” Rowling said with a smug smile. “Are you very expectant? And I see desire in your eyes. Do you really want to sleep with me?”
Li Se coughed violently again. This Rowling was truly direct with her words, without any reservations, saying whatever came to mind. He quickly explained, “It’s nothing like that. Besides, with your status in the US, you must have many admirers. Perhaps you’ve gone through several boyfriends these past few months.”
These foreign girls were always open-minded, and changing boyfriends was a very normal occurrence.
“Li, I haven’t. I still haven’t slept with any other man. The man in my heart is only you. When I feel the need, I usually take care of myself with my hands,” Rowling said very seriously.
Li Se rolled his eyes. Really? Was this Rowling so self-disciplined?
“Have you cured Anthony’s leg?” Rowling finally changed the subject.
“Yes, it’s already healed. In about half a month, it should be as good as new,” Li Se nodded.
Rowling smiled, “Your medical skills are truly amazing. I saw his leg. Western medicine could only suggest amputation. Li, I really miss you so much…”
Just then, a foreign sentence was spoken from behind Rowling. Li Se couldn’t understand it anyway.
“Li, I have something else to attend to, so I’ll hang up now. You must remember our promise.”
“Uh… okay.”
After hanging up, Li Se let out a sigh of relief. Why was everyone around him a siren? Who could resist such temptation?
As soon as he put his phone in his pocket, it rang again. Li Se saw it was Fang Xiuxiu calling and immediately answered without hesitation. After hearing what Fang Xiuxiu said, his expression turned grim: “Xiuxiu, wait for me. I’m coming right over!”
At this moment, an excavator was parked in front of Fang Xiuxiu’s house.
“Miss, it’s best you move aside. It wouldn’t be good if you got hurt,” a young man sneered. “Besides, you’re so beautiful. Why don’t you come with me? I guarantee you’ll get more compensation than others. What do you say?”
“Pah!” Fang Xiuxiu spat. “You cannot forcibly demolish without my consent!”
“I’m going to forcibly demolish it anyway. What can you do?” The young man was dismissive. “No one can stop Hou Dong when he does things…”
As he said this, he reached out towards Fang Xiuxiu, a lewd smile on his face: “You’re so pretty, why don’t you come to a hotel with me and have some fun? How about it?”
*Slap!*
Fang Xiuxiu slapped him hard: “Get lost!”