Leaving the Chief Constable's mansion, Cheng Xiaofan found a rather simple inn nearby and settled in temporarily, planning to stay in the capital for a few days.
The capital has always been a gathering place for wealthy and noble families. As long as one has a bit of skill and is willing to put in the effort, one can earn a fortune in the capital without worry.
Cheng Xiaofan had a premonition that another version of himself might be in the capital.
He had no idea when he would encounter this other self.
Since he couldn't find any clues for now, it was a good opportunity to focus on obtaining some substantial benefits here.
After all, Wu Chenglong was an influential figure in the capital, and the authorities would certainly not let him off after his death.
To avoid harassment from the authorities, Cheng Xiaofan deliberately adopted a brand new appearance to present himself to the world.
At the entrance of the inn, he specifically hung up a billboard.
It read: "A generation's Shennong master physician is here to practice medicine. Those suffering from difficult and complicated illnesses that cannot be cured may come here for treatment, and they will be cured with a touch of the hand!"
Within half an hour of this billboard being displayed, it was surrounded by a crowd.
"A generation's Shennong master physician, is this how you boast?"
"What master physician? There are as many charlatans as experts these days!"
"You're boasting too much, aren't you afraid of your tongue being cut by the wind!"
"I've seen too many advertisements like this, no need to take it seriously!"
"I wonder which young quack dares to come to the capital and impersonate a master physician. Come out if you have the guts!"
A murmur of discussion arose among the crowd, their faces filled with disdain.
Cheng Xiaofan was sitting in the inn drinking tea. Hearing the voices of discussion outside, he crossed his arms and calmly walked out.
"I am indeed a master physician, my surname is Cheng and my given name is Fan!" Cheng Xiaofan raised his chin slightly, assuming an arrogant demeanor, and said with a smile.
Upon seeing the person who claimed to be a master physician step forward, everyone was momentarily stunned.
"Wow, he's too young!"
"If you're impersonating a master physician, you should at least look older!"
"At the very least, you should stick on some white beard!"
"This is hilarious, what master looks this young!"
Someone even said, "Damn it, are there such handsome master physicians in this world?"
"..." Cheng Xiaofan listened and was utterly speechless.
Did true master physicians have to be old and ugly?
What kind of logic was that!
He couldn't help but smile slightly and said, "The biggest highlight of this master is that I am young and incredibly handsome, so what?"
"Whether one is a master or not depends on their skills, doesn't it?"
His gaze swept over the crowd, and Cheng Xiaofan immediately locked onto a distinguished-looking old man, walked over, and pulled him out.
He said, "Elder, your complexion looks good and you seem full of spirit, but you are suffering from a serious illness!"
"If I am correct, you have osteoporosis in your spine, and it is spreading throughout your body. You are most afraid of falling."
"Once you fall, your spine will shatter, leading to severe paralysis."
"That's why you've tied wooden boards to your spine when you go out. The problem is, once your osteoporosis spreads throughout your body, wooden boards won't be able to hold it back, and it will pose a life-threatening danger!"
"Ah, Mr. Cheng, how did you see that?" the old man asked hurriedly after hearing Cheng Xiaofan's eloquent speech.
Cheng Xiaofan chuckled and said, "I saw it from the complexion of your face."
He was too lazy to explain about Qi anymore, lest he have to explain for a long time about the word "Qi" to others.
This time, Cheng Xiaofan saw from the old man's Qi the illness he was suffering from, and he also discovered that he and Jiang Tian were good friends back then.
"As expected of a master physician, Mr. Cheng, you are so accurate!"
The old man said excitedly, "My name is Luo Shu, and I am a retired prime minister. Can you tell me why my osteoporosis is caused?"
Speaking of Luo Shu, he was a celebrity in the capital. He had served in the imperial court in his early years, was incorruptible, and was deeply loved by the people.
The onlookers, hearing that this old man was Luo Shu, showed him great respect.
What they didn't expect was that the young man in front of them had diagnosed Luo Shu's specific illness just by looking at the complexion of his face.
Could he truly be a master physician of his generation?
In an instant, their perception of Cheng Xiaofan changed.
At this moment!
After listening to Luo Shu's words, Cheng Xiaofan smiled faintly and said, "Elder Luo, in your early years, one of your ribs had a knife wound."
"Although it was treated promptly, due to bacterial infection and long-term use of steroid medication, your body was unable to bear the strain over time, leading to osteoporosis."
"Currently, with your condition, there is no cure. If this continues, you won't live for another six months!"
Luo Shu heard this and said with a wry smile, "Mr. Cheng, what you said is exactly right. I've been to many hospitals, and the doctors all say that my condition is indeed incurable."
Cheng Xiaofan heard this and smiled, "Elder Luo, fortunately, heaven has eyes. Because you only thought of how to benefit the common people when you were in office, you met me!"
"I will treat you now, and I can cure your osteoporosis in minutes!"
As soon as he finished speaking, he brought a stool from the inn and had Luo Shu sit down.
Immediately!
Cheng Xiaofan helped Luo Shu to remove his upper garment completely.
He also removed the several wooden boards tied to his spine.
He took out two Huogu Pills from his backpack and had Luo Shu swallow them.
Whoosh!
At this moment, Cheng Xiaofan held several golden shining Shennong Needles in his hand.
With a gentle wave, the Shennong Needles were all inserted around Luo Shu's back.
With another flip of his right palm, a barely perceptible wisp of spiritual energy covered Luo Shu's entire back and then disappeared into his body.
Ding!
Ding!
Ding!
The Shennong Needles vibrated incessantly.
They emitted a pleasant sound.
Luo Shu immediately felt waves of heat penetrating his spine, and then spreading to his limbs, making him feel exceptionally comfortable.
"So comfortable!" Luo Shu couldn't help but exclaim.
He felt as if his whole body was soaking in a hot spring.
No!
Soaking in a hot spring was nowhere near this comfortable!
Luo Shu couldn't help but sigh, "In my entire life, I have never felt so comfortable."
"I feel as if my osteoporosis has completely disappeared!"
Cheng Xiaofan heard this, withdrew his hand, and the Shennong Needles inserted into Luo Shu's body immediately disappeared.
He patted Luo Shu's spine heavily and smiled, "Elder Luo, you are right, your osteoporosis has been cured by me!"
Luo Shu immediately stood up from the stool, walked back and forth a few times, and then performed a backflip without any issue.
What surprised him most was that he felt invigorated and refreshed.
"My heavens, Divine Physician Cheng, I am convinced! You are truly worthy of the title 'Master Physician of a Generation'!" Luo Shu said, his eyes brimming with tears of excitement.