Game of Thrones: Druid
Chapter 159

Healing medicine

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(Third-person perspective)

Rumors spread like Wildfire, sweeping across the North like an unstoppable storm. From bustling towns to quiet villages, whispers about Bolton's humiliation echoed throughout the kingdom. Whether in taverns or Citadel, rumors were the subject of conversation and a source of amusement.

He was called " Unworthy," a title that portrayed Roose Bolton as someone Unworthy even of the lowest acknowledgment from the mighty Emre the Druid. As people shared this story, they exchanged knowing glances with amusement, rejoicing at the downfall of someone who had once held such power over them.

Roose Bolton's anger burned like a raging fire, and his frustration filled the air. He was searching for the source of this destructive story that had stripped him of his dignity and branded him as "Undeserving." Yet, no matter how hard he searched or how much investigation he conducted, the origin of the rumor remained a mystery.

As the rumors spread, they had unintended consequences. The North was no stranger to internal strife and competition, and the gossip about Bolton's humiliation exacerbated existing jealousy and resentment among the lords. The divide between those who believed the rumors and those who did not widened, further fracturing the kingdom's already fragile unity.

Amidst this chaos, Aermir set his sights on a grander plan. He understood that in the Game of Thrones, chaos could serve as a stepping stone to achieving his goals. While war was destructive, it also had the potential to reshape the world order and pave the way for his rise.

Deep within the sacred temple lies a hidden world. Here, the boundaries between magic and science blur, and Aermir's indomitable curiosity pushes the limits of his abilities. This secret laboratory is his domain, where he dares to challenge the very structure of life itself.

In the shadows, rows of delicate vials and exquisite beakers held remnants of experiments, none of which fulfilled the creator's ambitions. Aermir didn't know how glass was made, so purchasing these custom-made vials and beakers from Essos cost him a fortune, but it was worth it.

The air was filled with the faint scent of alchemical mixtures, a testament to the countless hours he had spent concocting potions and concocting ingredients in his quest to control the power of life. Every inanimate experiment testified to Aermir's determination and demonstrated the complexity of manipulating the intricate balance of nature.

He attempted to mutate humans into more powerful forms. He tried to create super soldiers. Creatures frozen in various mutated states were displayed in glass containers like eerie specimens. The glass looked somewhat cloudy because he didn't need high-quality glass.

Some creatures twisted and contorted in bizarre shapes, proving that interfering with the nature of existence could have unpredictable consequences. Others appeared almost serene, frozen in metamorphosis, as if suspended between two life forms. These were all failed attempts, each demonstrating Aermir's unwavering determination to understand and utilize the forces of nature.

Yet, in this labyrinth of setbacks and discoveries, a glimmer of hope still lingers. The seeds in the small flowerpot, touched by Aermir, undergo subtle yet significant changes in their structure. These seeds promise to grow into more crops, crops that can withstand the harsh the North climate and yield bountiful harvests. This is Gift to the people, symbolizing the Druid's commitment to their well-being and a powerful propaganda tool to strengthen his connection with them.

Beyond his experiments and pots of enhanced seeds, Aermir's relentless pursuit of understanding led him further into the realms of magic and biology. His breakthrough manifested in a spell that allowed him to manipulate his appearance. Through meticulous control of his facial muscles, he could alter his looks in subtle and varied ways. The lines of his face could become soft or sharp. He could change the shape of the muscles in his face. While he couldn't change his bone structure, hair color, or eyes, the spell provided a clever and effective means of disguise, despite its simplicity.

In the quiet moments between battles and political intrigues, Aermir's thoughts often turned to healing and redemption. His memories of his mother, whom he had never met, remained in the vessel of his life, inspiring his determination to alleviate suffering and bring solace to those cruelly tormented by illness.

In his secluded laboratory, Aermir tirelessly researched the secrets of curing Red Fever, the very Red Fever that had claimed his mother's life—rows of labeled vials filled with extracts and compounds from the North plants and animals. Aermir's fingers moved with precision and purpose, extracting the essence of each plant with a profound understanding of its properties. It was a dance between science and mysticism, a harmonious knowledge that transcended the boundaries between the natural and the mystical worlds.

His " Identification " skills are the biggest asset in these efforts. All the modern education he has received, all the books he has read, and even the bits and pieces of information he has heard from the news or other people are in his brain, waiting to be retrieved when needed.

As the ingredients were mixed and refined, the alchemical liquor began to take shape. The liquid shimmered with an ethereal light, casting an almost holy glow on Aermir's features as he observed the transformation with keen eyes. This was the fruit of love, a tribute to his mother and the countless others who had lost their lives to Red Fever.

The healing method is not a simple concoction, but rather a fusion of various healing energies by Aermir, drawing upon his unique understanding of herbs. He draws upon the essence of the land, the life force of all living beings, and the latent power within him as Druid. Every step of this process is a delicate balance, a meticulous arrangement of various forces, containing the hope of redemption. Even the slightest mistake could turn it all into a herbal broth.

Therefore, progress was not without challenges. Failures were commonplace on the road to success, each a reminder of the complexity of illness and the art of healing. Even in the face of setbacks, Aermir's resolve never wavered, for he knew his goal was greater than himself. Of course, this wasn't entirely altruistic; he knew it would achieve his purpose, but he couldn't forget his mother.

She had died before his reincarnation, so he had never seen her, but the memory remained in his body. Warm and loving embraces, tender caresses, soothing warmth... He may not have seen her, but the memory... the memory brought with it the longing and pain of losing her. His yearning for his mother was the driving force behind his relentless search for a cure.

As the final stages of the modification work drew to a close, Aermir's heart pounded with a mixture of anticipation and trepidation. He had wielded magic on the battlefield and navigated the turbulent political arena with ease, but this was a power unlike any other. The power of repair—the power to mend what was broken and alleviate pain—proved his full capabilities as Druid. He could heal the body with healing spells, but not enough to cure disease.

After more than a year of hard work, when the final product was unveiled, Aermir held the medicine bottle in his hands with reverence. This was a cure for Red Fever, a beacon of hope for patients, and proof of his ability to harmonize magic and nature. He knew this was just one step in his life's journey, one aspect of his many goals, but this step had the potential to change lives and rewrite destiny. Many people would be given a new lease on life because of this small medicine bottle.

Now, he must turn this liquid into pills, because glass is expensive; if he needs glass vials, the medicine will be extremely expensive, unaffordable for ordinary people. The beauty of this medicine is that any human can make it, as long as the recipe is followed. Of course, the main ingredient is a magical substance, but he can make it in batches, leaving the rest to his subordinates.

Druid, warrior, healer— Aermir was all of these, a beacon of light in this world shrouded in darkness, bringing hope for a better life to those who had suffered for too long. With this medicine, he felt a new sense of accomplishment; now he was giving life, not taking it away.

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