Watching Shaoyao, surrounded by swirling Dao Rhyme, Su Mu grew even more excited.
Shaoyao continued treating the Human while cultivating, and Su Mu stayed by her side, protecting her.
"It seems Shaoyao will surely establish the Medical Dao," Su Mu said, his eyes brightening.
Yu also arrived at Shouyang Mountain and met Bei Xuan.
Standing before Bei Xuan, he lowered his head in shame and said sincerely, "Teacher, I was too confident in myself. I couldn't manage the floods on my own, and I couldn't defeat the great demon I encountered. Please punish me."
Yu knew his abilities were limited. Faced with such a difficult task, he had felt powerless.
However, he hadn't given up. Instead, he'd bravely admitted his mistake and asked his teacher for help and guidance.
His willingness to take responsibility and face difficulties head-on would help him continue to grow.
Bei Xuan reassured him, "There's no need to blame yourself. Although the Demon Monkey is at the same level as you, it has cultivated for a long time and built up a deep foundation. Its strength is far beyond that of an ordinary opponent at the same level."
"Besides, the Demon Race is naturally strong and powerful. That's one of their racial advantages. It's understandable that you lost to it; it wasn't your fault." His tone was calm and gentle, as though he didn't mind the defeat.
"Teacher, then how should we deal with it?" Yu asked.
Bei Xuan took out a Sea Calming Divine Bead and handed it to Yu. "This bead will weaken the Demon Monkey's ability to control water and suppress its strength. Then you can subdue it."
"Thank you, Teacher." After thanking Bei Xuan, Yu left Shouyang Mountain with the Sea Calming Divine Bead and headed for the Huai River.
The Huai River.
Wu Zhiqi was like a mad beast, wreaking havoc in the Huai River with his divine abilities. Everywhere the water surged, the land was left in ruins.
Looking at the chaos before him, he felt a strange thrill rise in his heart.
Just then, a woman appeared, busy treating the injured.
Wu Zhiqi saw her and couldn't help growing angry. She'd actually saved them all.
Wu Zhiqi was just about to use his divine abilities again and destroy several tribes.
Suddenly, he felt a pair of eyes watching him.
Startled, he hurriedly followed their gaze. Su Mu was sitting cross-legged not far from the woman, staring at him coldly.
That gaze seemed able to see right through everything, making Wu Zhiqi's heart jolt.
He muttered to himself, "Why is the Human Martial Ancestor here? Did he come to take revenge on me?" At the thought, Wu Zhiqi shuddered and turned around, diving into the Huai River without hesitation.
He swam desperately to the riverbed and crouched there, trembling. It's over, it's over. The Human Martial Ancestor is here. I'm done for.
Wu Zhiqi nervously watched the surface of the Huai River, afraid Su Mu would come after him.
But after quite some time, the water remained as calm as ever. Nothing happened.
Wu Zhiqi breathed a sigh of relief. Looks like the Human Martial Ancestor isn't planning to hunt me down.
He waited a while longer. Once he was sure Su Mu truly wasn't following him, he finally relaxed.
He poked his head out of the Huai River and looked around. Then he muttered, "He didn't come after me for revenge. That was terrifying. Now I can go back to having fun." With that, Wu Zhiqi returned to his former state.
Meanwhile, Yu and the other four hurried back to the Huai River. As soon as he arrived, Yu shouted at the river, "Demon Monkey, surrender at once! I've come to subdue you!"
Hearing the voice, Wu Zhiqi poked his head out of the water and said disdainfully, "Hmph! You're a defeated loser, yet you still dare to come after me?"
Before he'd even finished speaking, Wu Zhiqi unleashed his powerful water-based divine ability once more, attacking Yu and the others.
At once, towering waves surged across the Huai River, forming a massive whirlpool that seemed ready to swallow everything.
Yu and the other four immediately felt the pressure mount. The current buffeted them, nearly knocking them off their feet.
Faced with such a dire situation, Yu hurriedly took out the Sea Calming Divine Bead. As soon as it appeared, the bead radiated dazzling light.
The raging waters of the Huai River immediately calmed, and its surface became as smooth as a mirror.
Wu Zhiqi was instantly suppressed. Eyes wide with terror, he cried, "What is this? Why can't I use my power?"
He felt a powerful force binding his body, leaving him unable to move. He struggled with all his might, but it was useless.
Meanwhile, Yu and the other four Human Race Martial Cultivators seized their chance. Each unleashed their special techniques and attacked Wu Zhiqi.
Yu wielded a great blade and swung with all his might. A dazzling streak of light tore through the sky and slashed toward Wu Zhiqi.
The other four weren't to be outdone. They each unleashed their own divine abilities, weaving fire, lightning, and frost into a dazzling assault.
Wu Zhiqi was powerful, but faced with such a fierce attack, he finally couldn't hold out any longer and fell to the ground.
At last, Yu took out a chain of ice and tightly bound Wu Zhiqi before sinking him to the bottom of the Huai River.
From then on, the Huai River grew calm again, and the people returned to peaceful lives.
Yu continued on his way, observing the terrain and geological features. He carefully studied each landform and the characteristics of its rocks, searching for potential resources and dangers.
His keen gaze swept over the surrounding landscape as he tried to understand the secrets of the land.
At the same time, he spoke with the local residents, learning how they used the land and drawing on their experience to gather more information.
As for Shaoyao, she devoted herself to treating the Human Race.
By treating all kinds of cases and illnesses, she steadily gained practical experience and thought deeply about the nature and principles of medicine.
As time passed, her understanding of the Medical Dao grew ever deeper. She became better at diagnosing illnesses, developing treatments, and using her medical skills to save more lives.
Su Mu stayed quietly by Shaoyao's side, his eyes full of admiration and curiosity.
He silently watched Shaoyao treat each injured member of the Human Race, and an indescribable feeling stirred within him.
As time passed, Su Mu noticed that the Dao Rhyme around Shaoyao was growing richer, as though a mysterious light enveloped her.
The Dao Rhyme made her seem increasingly sacred and dignified, inspiring awe in all who saw her.
"Junior Sister Shaoyao, it seems your understanding of medicine is growing deeper and deeper," Su Mu said, gazing at her.
"That's right, Senior Brother Su. The Medical Dao is the Dao of benevolence. A healer must not only have excellent medical skills but also a compassionate and kind heart," Shaoyao replied with a smile.
Su Mu nodded, deep in thought. "I understand. The essence of the Medical Dao lies in saving people from danger and giving them a new lease on life. But how can I improve my medical skills?"
After thinking for a moment, Shaoyao replied, "You can study illnesses more closely and learn what causes them. You also need to keep practicing and build up experience. Of course, most important of all is to be innovative and dare to try new treatments."
Shaoyao's words inspired Su Mu, and he resolved to work even harder alongside her to study the Medical Dao.
In the days that followed, he and Shaoyao treated many of the injured, and their medical skills steadily improved.
Using the thirteen silver needles, Shaoyao created a divine ability of the Medical Dao: the Thirteen Needles of Creation.
One day, after treating her last patient, Shaoyao felt a powerful urge well up inside her.
She slowly closed her eyes, as though communicating with Heaven and Earth.
A moment later, she opened her eyes again, a resolute light shining within them.
Facing the endless void, she prayed devoutly, "Great Dao above, I am Shaoyao of the Human Race. I have felt how fragile the lives of my people are and how frail their bodies are. Today, I establish a Dao called 'Medicine.' May this Dao spread throughout the world and bring blessings to more living beings."
As her words fell, a mysterious force seemed to surge through the void.
She continued, "'Medicine' encompasses the Dao of the healer and the Dao of medical skill. Healers must possess the benevolent heart to save the world and its people, a careful and responsible nature, and the spirit to devote their lives to study." Her voice brimmed with passion and a sense of duty, moving all who heard her.
Then she explained in detail, "The Dao of medical skill consists of the abilities and medical knowledge a healer needs. As healers, we must always remember our mission to save lives and heal the wounded. Whenever and wherever someone needs help, we must extend our hands without hesitation."
Finally, she bowed once more to the void and said solemnly, "May the Great Dao bear witness!" Her words echoed through the air, as though they crossed time and space, reaching every corner of the Primordial World and Chaos.
After Shaoyao finished speaking, golden light suddenly blazed across the sky. The entire Primordial World trembled, and boundless Great Dao Merit appeared in its skies. Even Heavenly Dao Merit and Earthly Dao Merit appeared.
This time, merit truly blanketed the entire sky of the Primordial World. Great Dao Merit, Heavenly Dao Merit, and Earthly Dao Merit had all appeared.
The Six Saints of the Primordial World were all alarmed. Jieyin and Zhunti's eyes nearly bulged with envy. "Th-this... If this merit were given to the West, how could the West fail to prosper?"
At the Eight Sceneries Palace on Kunlun Mountain, Taiqing Laozi was stunned. "The Human Race's Medical Dao has actually alarmed even the Heavenly Dao and the Earth Dao."
At Shouyang Palace, Nuwa's beautiful eyes widened. "Su Mu really is my lucky star. The disciple he brought me has made me so proud."
Hahaha! Nuwa's laughter rang through Shouyang Palace.
At the Chaos Purple Cloud Palace, Dao Ancestor Hongjun looked utterly incredulous. "The Human Race is about to escape my control."
"Heavenly Dao, is the influence of this Medical Dao really so great?" Dao Ancestor Hongjun asked, seeking an explanation from the Heavenly Dao.
As it turned out, the Medical Dao could help bring the Primordial World to completion, so the Heavenly Dao naturally bestowed merit.
The emergence of the Medical Dao would surely bring forth many healers. They would reduce the death rate among the living beings of the Primordial World, easing the burden on the Underworld. For this reason, the Earth Dao also bestowed merit.
In the Underworld, Houtu's eyes sparkled in Houtu Palace. It really was the right decision to work with Nuwa.
Apart from the Heavenly Dao Merit, one-tenth each of the Great Dao Merit and the Earthly Dao Merit appeared before Su Mu.
Su Mu put them all into the Creation Pagoda.
The Great Dao Merit went straight into Shaoyao's body, and she absorbed all of it.
She sensed the energy within her and furrowed her brow in thought. After a while, her brow relaxed, and she took out the Thirteen Needles.
A portion of the Great Dao Merit went directly into the Thirteen Needles, instantly turning them into Supreme Innate Merit Spirit Treasures.
Shaoyao knew that the Great Dao Merit was the Great Dao's response to her.
Overwhelmed with gratitude, she knew she would pass the precious Medical Dao down to more aspiring healers, allowing it to flourish throughout the world.
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