The wedding banquet
The pharmacy was located in a rather remote area, and since the sun was already setting, the light inside was naturally not very good. The candlelight illuminated Chiyome's pale and beautiful face, making her look like a drifting pear blossom.
After a careful examination, Bai Mo discovered that it wasn't just the Electric Current Push her; Mochizuki Chiyome also seemed to be under some kind of curse. Although in Bai Mo's eyes, this level of curse was insignificant, it was deeply rooted in her body.
The female ninja beside her breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing that Bai Mo was still there, then said somewhat anxiously:
"Doctor, thank goodness you're still here. Please take a look at my head..."
Before she could finish speaking, Chiyome raised her hand to stop her, then placed a small bag of money on Bai Mo's cabinet, saying, "This is the previous consultation fee. Thank you for your willingness to help the Mochizuki Clan ninja with his medical treatment."
She's a pragmatic person; despite being injured, she still paid for the female ninja's medical treatment first. It seems that being caught in the middle of politics has made her accustomed to acting cautiously.
Moreover, he seemed to be under considerable pressure, even when facing an ordinary folk herbalist.
Bai Mo moved the money pouch aside, pointed to the chair next to him, and said:
"Your internal injuries are already so severe, and you're still thinking about these things. Sit down."
"Of course." Chiyome sat down in the chair, her muscles visibly relaxing as she watched Bai Mo methodically take out the medicinal herbs and grind them.
Bai Mo wasn't surprised at all that Chiyome, a user of Magnetic Field Power, would suffer such harm.
After all, she was someone who gained power by accident. Even if it was Electric Current Push, the upper and lower limits were vastly different. For example, when Landao Tianwu first gained his power, he could directly confront modern heavy firepower by relying on his senses and using Electric Current Push himself.
In the Hell ravaged by the Sun and Moon Elders, he was once Electric Current Push currents, and even possessed a potential strength of 50,000 horsepower. Yet, under the Elders' tutelage, even when he could shatter mountains with his force, the recoil would cause him to suffer bone fractures.
Chiyome was in a slightly better situation than those in Hell at the time; she was proficient in various ninjutsu and skilled in martial arts, and she didn't have the guidance of the Sun and Moon Elders. But she wasn't much better off.
The master leads you through the door, but the practice depends on yourself. Effort is certainly important, but taking that first step is equally crucial; without guidance, that first step will be very difficult.
Of course, only the degree of Electric Current Push treatment. Some serious injuries also require normal treatment methods, just like the Daichi during the Phoenix Era, which, without the power of Cellular Regeneration, could only rely on herbs.
Before long, a steaming bowl of medicinal soup was brought to Chiyome, along with some medicinal herbs.
Take after meals, and avoid strenuous exercise.
The medicinal soup emitted a somewhat pungent and astringent smell, causing the female ninja beside her to frown and cover her mouth and nose. Chiyome knew very well that this medicinal soup did not taste very good, so she closed her eyes and swallowed it in one gulp.
Surprisingly, it didn't have the bitterness of herbs; instead, it had a sweet taste, at least to a degree that a child could accept. After drinking it, Chiyome asked:
"This tastes a little different from what I expected."
"Adding some licorice and dried tangerine peel won't affect the medicinal effect; without it, it would be too unpalatable."
The medicine Bai Mo prescribed was mainly for replenishing qi and nourishing blood. As for the internal organ injuries, those couldn't be treated with herbs alone. Bai Mo infused a trace of the Asura Art's power, which would heal her internal organ damage tonight.
Many people have been coming to see the doctor lately, and Bai Mo has added some sweet herbs to the medicines to make them taste better.
After all, most of the people who come here for treatment are women and children, especially the ninjas of the Mochizuki Clan.
The effect was immediate; Chiyome's complexion regained some color, a fine layer of sweat appeared on her delicate skin, and in the dim candlelight, her youthful body took on a bewitching allure.
"You're so considerate, thank you for your help." Perhaps it was because the physical pain had finally subsided, or perhaps it was because of this small act of care, but Chiyome's cold and hard face softened into a smile.
But Bai Mo's next words made her smile disappear.
"No need to thank me. I'm actually curious why the leader of the Mochizuki Clan, Mochizuki Chiyome, would come to my little clinic."
Faced with Bai Mo's question, Chiyome's gaze darkened, then she raised her head with a resolute expression and said to Bai Mo:
"To my shame, the current situation of the Mochizuki Clan is not good, and medical care is extremely lacking. Moreover, for some reasons, I am unable to provide medical treatment within the clan."
I came here because I met this child; I never expected there to be a clinic here.
Physician, things are not peaceful in Kaizu Castle right now. It's wartime, and there's constant internal strife. Would you be interested in working for the Mochizuki Clan? I guarantee you'll receive treatment no less than that of a physician from the Takeda Clan."
Hearing Chiyome's words, Bai Mo said while tidying up the things in the clinic:
"No interest. If it weren't for the fact that the Mochizuki Clan's ninjas are all children, I wouldn't treat someone who's about to go to war."
Although Bai Mo refused, Chiyome's eyes lit up. The doctor in front of her had refused to work for the Mochizuki Clan, but he was willing to treat her ninjas, which was already a relief in their immediate crisis.
Bai Mo changed the subject and continued to ask:
"I heard that Chiyome became Divine Marriage Bride and gained great power. If that's the case, I'm very curious, what could have injured you like this?"
Now that the cooperative relationship has been established, Bai Mo can inquire about the situation.
Even if the level of Electric Current Push is low, it is still a power beyond the reach of ordinary people. However, there are also some "heroes" in this world who possess superhuman strength.
The remnants of that system couldn't possibly fall into the hands of an ordinary person; perhaps we can get some information from Chiyome.
Upon hearing Bai Mo's question, Chiyome sighed softly and said:
Please stop using that title; it's just a rumor spread by malicious people. As for me, a woman like this... I'm sorry, this power has brought me more trouble than anything else.
"Well, it wasn't really a secret to begin with. Since you're interested, I'll tell you."
Chiyome slowly spoke, and time rewound to the past, to that political marriage.
At that lavish banquet, everyone drank to their heart's content. After offering his congratulations, Takeda Shingen shifted the focus of the banquet to Mochizuki Chiyome and Takeda Moritoki.
The two were originally supposed to get engaged at this banquet, and afterwards, Takeda Moritoki would change his name to Mochizuki Moritoki and marry into the Mochizuki Clan.
This is a pretty good result for the defeated Mochizuki Clan.
Amidst the lively banquet, no one noticed a ninja quietly infiltrating the rooftop. With many sword-wielding samurai present, an assassination attempt was impossible; only a fool would dare to descend.
This ninja was most likely just there to gather intelligence.
But the accident happened so suddenly. Just when everyone was completely drunk, a ball of light shining brightly suddenly appeared in front of Chiyome and Mochizuki Moritoki.
The sudden flash of light caught all the samurai off guard, and the ninja, decisive as ever, seized the opportunity and leaped over the wall without hesitation, aiming his blade directly at Takeda Moritoki.
At this critical moment, the well-trained Chiyome naturally reacted much faster than Takeda Moritoki. Ignoring what was shining on the table, she stepped onto it, taking the fatal blow for her future husband.
However, she never expected that in that instant, the ball of light would merge directly into her body, and the power she unleashed would instantly turn the ninja into blood and gore.
The unfortunate ninja instantly floated all over the room, onto the food, drinks, and people's faces.
I don't know which side this guy is on. Is he a ninja from the Takeda Clan who opposes Shingen, a radical from the Mochizuki Clan, or some other daimyo who doesn't want to see the Takeda Clan grow stronger?
But since it's broken like this, there's naturally no way to trace it.
At this point, Chiyome's face darkened slightly as she slowly spoke:
"I still can't forget Mr. Morotoki's expression at that time, which was full of terror. After that, my marriage with Mr. Morotoki was called off, and Mr. Morotoki has always looked at me with hostility."
Those Mochizuki Clan who were dissatisfied with the Takeda Clan, after witnessing my power, began to harbor many ambitions. The Takeda Clan, therefore, became wary of us, and now they can't even maintain basic medical care."