Notes from a Taoist Medicine Clinic
Chapter 166

Dioscorea Pill

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Seeing Li Yanzhen's excited expression, Su Ziyang chuckled and said, "This isn't difficult. First, look at the pulse; it's a case of deficiency and exhaustion. In the sixth chapter of the 'Synopsis of Prescriptions of the Essential Prescriptions of the Golden Cabinet,' there's a formula called Dioscorea Pill, which treats various deficiencies and wind-related diseases."

"Actually, I did think of the Jade Windscreen Powder formula at first, but looking at Uncle's condition, it's not just a deficiency of the Wei Qi (defensive Qi) on the surface, but a deficiency throughout the body! Since the essence and Qi in the body's meridians are insufficient, there must be symptoms of dizziness and lightheadedness!"

Su Ziyang's explanation was simple, but who knows how many books he read, how much hardship he endured, or how much effort he put in to say just a few simple words?

"Brother, I'm convinced!" Li Yanzhen suddenly understood after hearing Su Ziyang's words, and immediately picked up the wine cup in front of him with both hands.

I'll give you a toast!

Li Yanzhen convinced. He had previously looked down on his wife's junior, who had boasted of his high education and broad knowledge.

But now it seems that the quality of knowledge is not determined by academic qualifications or age.

Su Ziyang was a little taken aback when he saw Li Yanzhen's attitude make a complete 360-degree turn. The words he had prepared to use to attack Li Yanzhen were now useless!

"Come here, brother-in-law!"

Su Ziyang quickly picked up his glass and drank with Li Yanzhen. The baijiu was spicy, but it burned as it went down his throat, melting away the previous grudges.

Seeing the two getting along so well, Bao Mingya's face instantly lit up with a smile. She was also afraid that her stubborn husband would start arguing with Su Ziyang in front of her parents again, which would be incredibly embarrassing.

Both of them had already had two drinks when Bao Mingya suddenly called out to Su Ziyang, "Hey, wait a minute, Xiao Su! Did I come here for you to drink? Seeing the doctor is the main thing, drinking is just a side thing. We haven't even figured out the illness yet, and you two are already drinking!"

Before Su Ziyang could speak, Li Yanzhen objected, "Alright, alright. Didn't Xiao Su say it can be cured with Dioscorea Pill? Women are all talk and no action! Never mind him, come on, brother, let's have a drink!"

"Brother-in-law, you're absolutely right. I support you!" Su Ziyang raised his glass and clinked it with Li Yanzhen's.

"Li Yanzhen, my parents are still here! How dare you criticize me? Su Ziyang, don't push your luck, or you'll both be kicked out!"

Bao Mingya looked at the two who had just been bickering but were now acting like they were inseparable, and laughed and scolded them.

"Brother-in-law, how about we go out to eat? I know a barbecue place, their grilled kidneys are amazing. I could eat twenty skewers!"

Su Ziyang put down his wine glass and looked at Li Yanzhen with a smile.

Upon hearing this, Li Yanzhen's eyes lit up!

"Let's go, brother!"

The two were about to leave when Bao Mingya slammed her hand on the table. "You two, come back here! My mom cooked all afternoon, and you dare to run away? I'll break your legs! Sit back down!"

Bao Mingya's parents watched the three of them laughing and joking around, and they laughed as they watched.

"Come on, Uncle. Let me toast you. Let me introduce myself. I'm Bao Mingya's junior; we're in the same major!"

Because Li Yanzhen and Su Ziyang both insisted that Bao Mingya's father not drink alcohol, he was really craving it, but Bao Mingya the two doctors around, he could only drool as he downed a glass of Minute Maid Pulpy Orange.

After several rounds of drinks and several dishes, the two elders went straight to their room to rest, leaving Su Ziyang and Li Yanzhen alone at the table to drink.

Li Yanzhen tipsy, put his arm around Su Ziyang's shoulder and reeked of alcohol, saying, "Brother, when it comes to studying! I've never been inferior to anyone since I was a kid. You're the first one. I'll have to ask you for advice more often in the future!"

"Brother-in-law, you're too kind!" Su Ziyang replied with a smile.

"Come on!" Li Yanzhen said, raising her glass again. "Last time, brother, I was wrong. I said some hurtful things. I apologize, please don't take it to heart, I apologize!"

When Su Ziyang saw that Li Yanzhen apologized under the influence of alcohol, he wanted to drink with her. However, Li Yanzhen held onto Su Ziyang's hand and drank three cups by herself.

"If I have any questions or problems in the future, let's talk more, talk more! Okay?" Li Yanzhen chuckled.

"Okay, no problem!"

As Li Yanzhen was talking, she slipped under the table. Bao Mingya came out of the kitchen and saw Li Yanzhen lying under the table. She kicked Su Ziyang in the butt.

"Su Ziyang, did you get Old Li too much alcohol at our house?"

Su Ziyang looked at Bao Mingya with a wronged expression. "Sister, I didn't make him drink! Brother-in-law insisted on drinking three!"

"Seriously, get him onto the bed right now. You're going to drive me crazy!"

Bao Mingya at Li Yanzhen couldn't budge her, so she started scolding Su Ziyang.

Su Ziyang didn't dare to speak. He picked up Li Yanzhen and threw her onto the bed in the bedroom. Then, Su Ziyang took out a small box from his bag.

Inside were hangover pills made by Su Ziyang using a modified version of the Kudzu Flower Hangover-Relieving Decoction).

"Senior, give your brother-in-law some medicine." Su Ziyang poured out two pills and handed them to Bao Mingya.

"What is this?" Bao Mingya smelled the pill in her palm and found that it didn't have any strange smell.

"It's hangover medicine! I'm off, sis! You get busy, I have to get up early tomorrow."

After Su Ziyang helped Bao Mingya feed Li Yanzhen her medicine, he put on his coat and was about to leave.

"I'll take you. You've had so much to drink, it'll be hard to get a taxi now!"

Bao Mingya insisted on giving Su Ziyang a ride, but Su Ziyang strongly refused.

"Take good care of your brother-in-law, I'm fine!"

Stepping outside, Su Ziyang took a few breaths of the city air, gazing at the flickering lights in the distance, and suddenly felt a surge of emotion.

A year ago, I was just a naive fresh graduate. A year later, thanks to the dedicated training of several mentors, I have developed skills that earn people's respect!

"Ha ha!"

Su Ziyang smiled and walked to the side of the street to wait for a taxi.

Fortunately, Su Ziyang always had good Yunqi. After waiting for about ten minutes, Su Ziyang got into a taxi.

Back home, I washed up, practiced my exercises, and meditated as usual.

This series of procedures has become a daily routine for Su Ziyang, just like eating and sleeping.

The next day, Su Ziyang slung his bag over his shoulder and took the book he had written for Old Madam Liu.

I had a quick breakfast and then set off.

When Su Ziyang arrived, it was late morning. The person issuing the numbers was Old Madam Liu's nephew, who also knew Su Ziyang and let Su Ziyang in directly.

Su Ziyang quietly observed Old Madam Liu for the entire morning, feeling that his technique had improved again.

Su Ziyang originally wanted to bring Er Biao along, but Er Biao said he had some things to do at his store, so he didn't come.

"Auntie, I've come to see you."

Finally finished with her work, Old Madam Liu sat down at her consultation table and, as usual, drank some water.

Su Ziyang stood respectfully to the side and greeted Old Madam Liu.

"You've come, child. Sit down!"

Old Madam Liu took a liking to Su Ziyang at first sight and greeted Su Ziyang with a smile, inviting him to sit down.

Su Ziyang didn't sit down. He took out a bound book from his small bag and handed it to Old Madam Liu.

Considering that Old Madam Liu old, Old Madam Liu Su Ziyang made the print of her book very large.

"Auntie, thank you so much for your selfless teaching. I've compiled a book; please take a look!"

The book was titled "Liu-Style Abdominal Massage" by Su Ziyang.

Old Madam Liu stared at the cover artist for a moment, then opened the book and began turning the pages one by one.

Old Madam Liu watched quietly for almost an hour, and Su Ziyang sat quietly next to Old Madam Liu for an hour.

"Child, you have a kind heart!"

As Old Madam Liu read the last page, she slowly closed the book, and a few tears welled up in her eyes.

"Auntie, you're too kind! It's what I should do!"

Su Ziyang bowed to Old Madam Liu, performing a disciple's salute.

"Thank you so much, ma'am! I've done this my whole life, and I never imagined it could be written into a book! Have some food here!"

Although Old Madam Liu is old, she has a knack for maintaining her health and is quite agile.

Last time Su Ziyang and Er Biao ate here, someone else cooked for them. But this time, it was Old Madam Liu who cooked for them herself.

Why isn't Liu Jinyu here?

While eating, Su Ziyang suddenly remembered Liu Jinyu, who had been studying here last time.

"That girl went back to work. Even when I asked her to learn, she wouldn't study properly, and you've already learned the skill. She thinks she has an apprentice now, so she doesn't care about anything else!"

Old Madam Liu smiled broadly. With Su Ziyang, she no longer worried about not having a successor for her technique, and this technique would even be passed down to the Liu family in the future.

The large characters on Su Ziyang's cover clearly told Old Madam Liu everything.

Like all elders, Old Madam Liu Old Madam Liu let Su Ziyang Su Ziyang go after he ate three bowls of rice.

Su Ziyang really felt a bit full, so he took the initiative to wash the dishes for Old Madam Liu. Su Ziyang was about to go to the store owned by Er Biao.

Just as Su Ziyang was about to leave, an elderly woman, about the same age as Old Madam Liu, hurriedly entered the room.

"Sister-in-law, sister-in-law! Come quick!"

Hearing the shouts outside, Old Madam Liu quickly went out to greet them. Su Ziyang also quickly wiped the water off his hands and followed her out.

"What's wrong, Geda Jia?"

Old Madam Liu helped the slightly unsteady- Geda Jia.

"Go and take a look at our little grandson. Hurry up and get his IV drip started!"

Old Madam Liu beckoned to Su Ziyang, signaling Su Ziyang to follow. Su Ziyang, unsure of what was happening, quickly followed.

After navigating through several more alleys, Su Ziyang finally arrived at Geda Jia's house.

Upon entering the house, Su Ziyang heard a child crying. On the bed in the inner room, a naked baby, who looked to be about a year old, was crying intensely.

As Su Ziyang watched the child cry, he noticed that the child's belly was somewhat swollen and twitched with each cry.

"Oh, ma'am, you've come!"

Beside the child, a young woman was constantly comforting him. When she saw that Old Madam Liu was coming over, followed by a young man, she quickly fastened the buttons she had unbuttoned while breastfeeding.

"Come, come, let me see!"

Old Madam Liu told the child's mother to step aside and then bent down next to the child.

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