The Divine And Demonic Doctor [EN]: Chapter 287

The Divine Doctor of Demonic Arts (287)

Dan Ak-seon and the Three Demonic Venerables were busily working to repair the damage caused by the recent incident.

“It was fortunate that it rained when it did,” Dan Ak-seon said, looking with concern at the flood of patients.

Hong Jeok-mun, standing shoulder to shoulder with Dan Ak-seon, sighed.

As soon as they received the request for aid, they hurriedly dispatched a large number of personnel from nearby branches of their medical network.

“It was truly divine assistance.”

The poisonous fog, upon meeting the rain clouds, faltered in its spread and soon dissipated in the downpour.

Nevertheless, the damage was widespread.

The number of victims continued to increase rapidly.

Dan Ak-seon mobilized not only the Beggars’ Sect but also the network of Haengrim [a renowned medical organization], gathering doctors from Chengdu, Sichuan, to the affected area.

While distributing the antidote to the Poison of the Black Sky to them, he generously shared detoxification methods and precautions to prevent any unforeseen complications.

“For a while, we have to rely on groundwater. Just in case, all wells should have their water pumped out and then use the newly drawn water. The topsoil should be removed and neutralized. Places like basins where ventilation is poor should be set on fire to blow away any poisonous gas that may be lingering in the air. Ah! For the detoxifying agent, you can use kudzu root and rhubarb, stir-fried with quicklime. Gamchongjeon [a medicinal decoction], which will be used as a disinfectant, and Saenggisan [another medicinal decoction], which will help new flesh grow…….”

Hong Jeok-mun nodded in admiration as he watched Dan Ak-seon busily moving and giving instructions to everyone.

“Even though your mind must be in turmoil, you don’t forget your duty as a doctor.”

Thanks to the reputation of the Divine Doctor of Demonic Arts, the doctors all faithfully followed Dan Ak-seon’s instructions.

They didn’t even show any dissatisfaction.

Rather, they would ask questions from time to time, even amidst their busy schedules, to learn even more.

From their perspective, the visit of the Divine Doctor of Demonic Arts to Sichuan was an unparalleled opportunity.

The doctors who rushed here were mostly people who couldn’t visit Muwi [likely referring to a place of medical learning or Dan Ak-seon’s main location] due to practical constraints.

Even amidst that busy schedule, Dan Ak-seon traveled around, directly treating urgent patients.

“How could they do such an outrageous thing…….”

“Even the Tang family was a family of considerable reputation!”

Amidst the doctors struggling to save the survivors, a sigh full of anger erupted.

All the facts were already out in the open.

The sense of betrayal was even greater because they were doctors who had been trading with the Tang family.

In particular, the use of the Golden Dragon Poison, which was banned even in the Murim [martial arts world], was an act that deserved condemnation.

No matter how long the Tang family had reigned as the overlord of Sichuan, there were no exceptions.

There, the anger of the patients was added, and accusations against the Tang family continued.

“The Tang family colluded with the Demonic Sect…… I can’t believe it.”

Cho Ak-ryang, who had approached Hong Jeok-mun, smiled bitterly at his words.

“Wouldn’t we be the same? How did they become like this…….”

Still, they were the ones who risked their lives to protect Sichuan from the Demonic Sect.

Cho Ak-ryang told the Beggars’ Sect members who were escorting Hong Jeok-mun all the information they had collected so far.

“I ask for a thorough investigation.”

“How dare we neglect the instructions of that person.”

“……?”

Confusion arose on Cho Ak-ryang’s face.

The attitude of the Beggars’ Sect members towards him was too polite and respectful.

But it didn’t take long for him to realize the reason.

“We will do our best, Elder Wang Chil.”

Cho Ak-ryang’s eyebrows twitched.

But there was no point in getting angry; it would only prolong the story.

Cho Ak-ryang sighed and shook his head.

Cho Ak-ryang, who entrusted the follow-up investigation to the Beggars’ Sect, suddenly felt strange.

“Seok-du…… No, why is that bastard Beom Gye-wi so quiet?”

Cho Ak-ryang, feeling uneasy about Beom Gye-wi’s unusually quiet demeanor, went out to find him.

And it wasn’t long before he could easily find Beom Gye-wi.

“What are you doing here?”

“Huh? Just…”

Beom Gye-wi answered Cho Ak-ryang’s question perfunctorily.

Belatedly, Cho Ak-ryang noticed that Beom Gye-wi was staring at something with troubled eyes.

Turning his head along Beom Gye-wi’s gaze, he saw the figures of two people lying side by side in the distance.

A pair of men and women lying down, wearing splendid clothes.

Looking closely, the two were wearing traditional wedding clothes from the region.

The sudden disaster on their auspicious wedding day must have been hell for the bride, groom, and guests alike.

It was then that Beom Gye-wi suddenly spoke.

“Why haven’t I heard from her?”

“Who are you talking about?”

Beom Gye-wi replied to Cho Ak-ryang’s question.

“Hwa-ryeong. It’s been a while since she said she’d call me when the wedding preparations were done…….”

Only then did Cho Ak-ryang realize why Beom Gye-wi looked so troubled.

He was reminded of Byeok Hwa-ryeong while looking at the bride and groom.

Come to think of it, he hadn’t heard from her for a long time since returning to Hainan Island.

Considering Byeok Hwa-ryeong’s personality, it was unexpected.

“Why don’t you go and see her if you’re so worried?”

“Huh? Is that okay?”

“You’ll have to focus on treatment for the time being, so there’s nothing special to do.”

Cho Ak-ryang pushed Beom Gye-wi, who was still hesitating.

“Go. I’ll explain it to Doctor Dan.”

“I guess I’ll have to.”

Beom Gye-wi nodded, having made up his mind.

The moment Beom Gye-wi was about to fly away.

A person stood in front of him.

“Why?”

Beom Gye-wi glared at Han Seol-hwa, who was blocking his way, with a sullen expression.

Han Seol-hwa, who had been staring at Beom Gye-wi silently, spat out a word.

“Gift.”

“What?”

Beom Gye-wi, tilting his head, cast a dissatisfied gaze.

“Hmph! No way. Since when have we been in a relationship where we give and receive gifts?”

“You’re stupid.”

Han Seol-hwa let out a soft sigh at Beom Gye-wi, who was getting angry.

“She told me to pack Hwa-ryeong’s gift.”

“Huh?”

Cho Ak-ryang nodded.

“Come to think of it, that’s right. Still, it’s a visit to the in-laws as a son-in-law, so it’s not good to go empty-handed.”

Beom Gye-wi scratched his head awkwardly.

Then he held out his hand to Cho Ak-ryang.

“Give me some money.”

“Did you leave money with me?”

“Why are you like this? I know that Chief Noh gave you everything before you left.”

“…….”

“Ah, hurry!”

Beom Gye-wi snatched the bill that Cho Ak-ryang reluctantly took out.

“Hey! If you take all of that…….”

Cho Ak-ryang opened his mouth in a hurry, flustered.

But Beom Gye-wi had already disappeared before his eyes.

* * *

Guangdong Province, Wuchuan.

Wang Yi-soo sighed as he looked at the port where the fierce sea breeze was blowing.

He ran the largest store in the neighborhood, but today the store was deserted.

The untimely rain and wind had kept customers away.

The great madam of the Jo family, who used to come and go almost every day, and the daughters-in-law of Mrs. Yoon, who were among the most valued customers, had been hard to see for the past few days.

He had invested a lot of money to bring in all kinds of expensive goods, but he was burning inside as he watched them gather dust without meeting their proper owners.

The employees who were going back and forth in the store noticed the owner Wang Yi-soo’s uncomfortable expression and were careful in their actions.

Bang.

It was then that the store door burst open and a person entered.

“Welcome……!”

The employees, who had turned around and rushed to the door all at once, flinched and stopped.

A huge physique that exceeded the height of the door frame.

Putting aside the fierce impression, they were momentarily intimidated by the imposing iron mace with sharp thorns sticking out.

‘Is he a Murim person?’

Wang Yi-soo’s sigh deepened even further.

No matter how difficult the situation was due to the lack of customers, it was still necessary to be selective about who they served.

There was such a thing as class even for customers.

If even those bums came and went to the store, they would lose even the regular customers who frequented the store.

The quality of the customers was important in maintaining the reputation of the store.

As Wang Yi-soo gave a look, one of the employees, who was relatively brave, stepped forward.

“W-what are you looking for?”

“Gift.”

“What kind of gift…….”

Beom Gye-wi, impatient, cut off the employee’s words and looked around.

“Expensive and good stuff.”

“Then how about this?”

The employee brought a splendid sword inlaid with gold and silver using the inlaid technique.

It was a precious work of art made with the skill of a skilled craftsman at a glance.

However, Beom Gye-wi frowned.

When he pulled the sword out of its scabbard and tapped the blade, the strength was terrible.

“I don’t think you can cut a shark with this?”

The employee had a difficult expression at the unexpected criticism.

It was natural since it was a sword made for decoration.

‘If you want to find a famous sword, you should have gone to a place like Mukgacheoljang [a famous blacksmith or sword shop].’

While grumbling inwardly, the employee brought out another item.

It was an impressive hairpin with a splendid pattern embroidered with pearls and large and small jewels.

However, unfortunately, this time too, it did not meet Beom Gye-wi’s standards.

“It’s worse than the hairpin that the witch had? I can’t give this to my woman as a gift.”

The employee looked at Wang Yi-soo with a tearful face.

In response, Wang Yi-soo shook his head and cast a displeased look.

If you say one thing, you know ten.

The employee, who had been working with Wang Yi-soo for a long time, immediately realized the meaning.

“Unfortunately, it seems that we don’t have the item you’re looking for here.”

“What? You haven’t even shown me the other things yet?”

The employee was afraid of the bald giant in front of him, but he was even more afraid of Wang Yi-soo, who held his livelihood.

“I’m not selling it; I’m not selling it.”

“Huh?”

“If you’re trying to haggle over the price, you’ve come to the wrong place.”

How many customers were there who only made a fuss and didn’t actually buy anything, only getting their hands dirty?

If other customers were to visit in the meantime while they were wasting time like this, they would only get tired for no reason.

“This is not a matter of the item but a matter of taste. If you sell an item to someone who doesn’t know the value of the item, you’ll only hear bad things later. I won’t sell the item to you, so please leave.”

“A matter of taste?”

Beom Gye-wi frowned and then nodded.

Because he had come up with a good idea.

As the other person unexpectedly disappeared out of the store, the employee finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Wang Yi-soo smirked.

“Well done. Sprinkle a lot of salt outside the door [a superstitious practice to ward off bad luck]. What is a guy who doesn’t even look like he has any money…….”

Before Wang Yi-soo’s words were finished, the store door burst open once again.

And through it, more than ten men entered in a row.

“Gasp!”

Not only the employees, but even Wang Yi-soo was startled and jumped up from his seat.

This was because the people who entered the store were all wearing the uniforms of the Hainan Faction [a martial arts sect].

“What brings the heroes of the Hainan Faction here……?”

Wang Yi-soo asked with a cautious attitude, flustered.

In this place, the status of the Hainan Sword Sect was truly absolute.

Moreover, the men in front of him were not just simple Hainan Faction disciples.

Each and every one of them was a chief-level executive who commanded ships and vessels.

It was then that an unexpected voice was heard.

“You guys know how to spot expensive things, right?”