Arga was a genius doctor from the year 3000. He was very famous for his brilliance, able to cure almost every disease. Because of his genius, he was called the God of Medicine.
However, due to a mistake by a god, he died young, struck by lightning.
He didn't remember anything else besides his medical skills. He thought hard to try to understand the situation he was in.
After thinking hard for so long, the memories of the body's previous owner began to emerge. The previous owner of the body was named Xiao Tian, a lazy prince from the Kingdom of Thunder, who was despised by all the nobles and his people for his habit of sleeping with the servants and never wanting to train in martial arts.
Xiao Tian was the only prince of the Kingdom of Thunder, but he was not interested in politics or martial arts, only in alchemy (medicine). No one could persuade him to give up his hobby. Until one day, he almost died being attacked by a wild animal because he went to the forest alone to look for medicinal plants.
There shouldn't have been any wild animals in the forest around the kingdom, so he was allowed to roam freely without a guard. He only carried a sword stored in a space ring on his right hand for protection. No one expected that he would experience a tragic event and lose his life being mauled by a wild animal. The tragic event that befell Xiao Tian remained a mystery.
After understanding his situation, he went to sleep because it was late, and his body still felt sore.
"I'd better sleep first," said Xiao Tian.
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The next day, Xiao Tian woke up from his sleep. His body didn't feel as sore as it did last night. While stretching his muscles, he said,
"Okay, so now my name is Xiao Tian."
"I almost died being mauled by a wild animal yesterday evening."
"According to the previous owner's memories, there shouldn't have been any wild animals in that forest, this is really confusing."
"It seems someone intended to harm this body, but who?" muttered Xiao Tian.
While he was thinking hard, there was a knock on his bedroom door. To find out who was knocking, he said, "Who is it?"
After that, a young man's voice was heard from behind the door.
"I am Taiwu, Your Highness. The King has summoned you to the banquet hall."
"Alright, tell my father I will be there after I bathe," replied Xiao Tian.
"Very well, Your Highness, I will convey the message to the King."
"Is there any other message you would like me to convey to the King?" asked Taiwu.
"No, that's all," replied Xiao Tian.
"In that case, I take my leave," added Taiwu from behind the door.
After Taiwu left, Xiao Tian left the room to clean himself in the bathroom. After bathing, Xiao Tian went to the banquet hall to meet his father.
Xiao Tian's father was named Xiao Zhaoye. He was the king of the Kingdom of Thunder, a king who was not respected by the people and other officials because he pampered his son too much.
#Banquet Hall
"Why did you call me, father?" asked Xiao Tian.
"Sit down," replied Xiao Zhaoye, pointing to a seat.
"Yes, father," said Xiao Tian politely, still not used to his condition.
Seeing Xiao Tian being so polite, his father smiled and said,
"It seems after yesterday's accident, you have become a bit calmer."
"That's good. I hope this change in you lasts forever," said Xiao Zhaoye.
"I will try to maintain my behavior like this," added Xiao Tian.
"Good, now you look like a prince."
"I just want to tell you that Princess Jia Li will be coming here," said Xiao Zhaoye seriously.
"What is she coming here for?" asked Xiao Tian.
"Son, have you forgotten about your betrothal?" asked Xiao Zhaoye.
"Oh, I just remembered. Am I going to marry her now?" replied Xiao Tian.
"You are always impatient when it comes to Princess Jia Li. Unfortunately, she is not coming here to marry you now. She is coming to discuss the right time for the wedding," explained Xiao Zhaoye, shaking his head.
"Oh," said Xiao Tian.
Not long after, a handsome young man who looked the same age as Xiao Tian entered the banquet hall. This young man was Taiwu, Xiao Tian's personal bodyguard.
"Greetings, Your Majesty, Princess Jia Li and her entourage have arrived," said Taiwu, bowing.
"Let them in!" said Xiao Zhaoye.
"Yes, Your Majesty." Taiwu walked out of the room to welcome Princess Jia Li's entourage.
Xiao Tian kept imagining Princess Jia Li's beauty, which kept lingering in his mind. According to his previous memories, Princess Jia Li was the first love of the body's previous owner.
While he was daydreaming about Princess Jia Li's beauty, a mysterious voice suddenly sounded in Xiao Tian's ear.
"Xiao Tian, you'd better reject this betrothal!" said the mysterious voice in Xiao Tian's ear.
"What is that voice?" thought Xiao Tian.
"I am the Thunder God. Don't worry, no one else can hear me but you. I am speaking through thoughts," said the Thunder God.
"Oh, I remember you are the one who made me die back then, why should I trust you?" said Xiao Tian in his heart.
"By the way, coincidentally, this kingdom is called the Kingdom of Thunder. Is there any connection to you?" asked Xiao Tian.
"That's just a coincidence. You should have lived as an ordinary person and far from danger. Being a prince is a mistake, many people are targeting your life because they think you are useless," answered the Thunder God.
"Oh, are you the clumsy god?"
"Why do you always make mistakes?" said Xiao Tian in his heart.
"The one who threw you was the Empress of the Heavenly Emperor. She is the one who messed everything up, and I have to clean up all her mistakes," said the Thunder God.
"So, how will you fix it?" asked Xiao Tian in his heart.
"There are two ways: kill you and revive you again, or guide you until you become strong and can protect yourself," replied the Thunder God.
"In that case, I'll choose the second option."
"By the way, why should I reject Princess Jia Li?" asked Xiao Tian in his heart.
"Because she is the one who ordered someone to release the tiger in the forest to harm you," answered the Thunder God.
"Why did she do that?" said Xiao Tian in his heart.
"Because she doesn't want to marry you!," said the Thunder God.
"Why didn't she just say so?" asked Xiao Tian in his heart.
"Because she is from a small kingdom and afraid of the power of your kingdom!" replied the Thunder God, annoyed because Xiao Tian was asking so many questions.
"Xiao Tian!" said Xiao Zhaoye, patting Xiao Tian's back.
"What's the matter, father?" said Xiao Tian, just realizing he had been daydreaming.
"You have been daydreaming and not listening to us. Princess Jia Li has been calling you," scolded Xiao Zhaoye.
Xiao Tian didn't hear them because he was focused on listening to the Thunder God. After hearing his father's words, Xiao Tian glanced at Princess Jia Li.
Princess Jia Li looked so beautiful and enchanting, but Xiao Tian was no longer interested in her because of the Thunder God's words. He looked at her sharply, ignoring Princess Jia Li's father who was sitting in front of him.
"So this is Princess Jia Li. She is indeed beautiful, no wonder the previous owner of this body liked her. But unfortunately, her behavior does not match her appearance," thought Xiao Tian, looking at Princess Jia Li with a condescending gaze.
"How dare he look at me like that. I will do everything to destroy you!" thought Princess Jia Li.
"Oh Prince Xiao Tian, I have come to discuss our betrothal," said Princess Jia Li with a smile.
"Sorry, but I think it's better if we end this betrothal," said Xiao Tian.
"What do you mean?" asked Princess Jia Li.
"Am I not clear?" asked Xiao Tian.
Princess Jia Li was silent, not understanding the meaning of Xiao Tian's words.
"I reject this betrothal. Consider it never happened," said Xiao Tian.
"Hey son, what did you just say?"
"Weren't you the one who always asked to be betrothed to her?" asked Xiao Zhaoye, shocked by Xiao Tian's words.
"I have changed my mind, father. I don't like her anymore, so just end this betrothal," said Xiao Tian.
"What happened to this loser?"
"Didn't he always want me?"
"Why is he rejecting me?"
"Does he know I was behind his accident yesterday?" thought Princess Jia Li.
"Princess, please don't take offense. After yesterday's accident, the prince is still not thinking clearly," said Xiao Zhaoye, trying to smooth things over.
"It's alright, Your Majesty. If the prince does not like this betrothal, it's better we end it," said Princess Jia Li.
Hearing his daughter wanted to cancel the betrothal, Jia Xin placed a hand on his daughter's shoulder and said,
"My daughter, you mustn't act like that. After all, this betrothal benefits both sides. So I suggest the betrothal be postponed for three years so you can get to know each other. If after three years you still don't like each other, you may cancel the betrothal," said Jia Xin.
"Alright, father," said Jia Li.
"The marriage can indeed be postponed for three years, but they can be engaged first so that no one disturbs them," said Jia Xin, looking at King Xiao Zhaoye.
"My son, you don't mind this, do
you?" asked Xiao Zhaoye, glancing at Xiao Tian.
"Do as you wish, father. But just so you know, I will never fall in love with her," replied Xiao Tian, leaving the banquet hall.
"Son, please mind your words!" scolded Xiao Zhaoye.
"It's alright, let the prince be. Maybe he is still thinking about yesterday's accident," said Jia Xin.
"Thank you for your understanding, Brother Zhaoye," said Xiao Zhaoye.
"You're welcome, Brother Zhaoye," said Jia Xin.
"Is it just my feeling, or has that loser become more dignified?" thought Princess Jia Li.
"Well then, I take my leave. I leave my daughter here to get to know the Prince better," said Jia Xin, standing up from his seat.
"Father, but you didn't say I had to stay here!" said Princess Jia Li.
"Don't worry, I will come back tomorrow with a larger entourage," said Jia Xin.
"But for what?" asked Princess Jia Li.
"Of course for your engagement," replied Jia Xin.
"But father..." said Jia Li with a disappointed face.
"Are you going to disobey me?" said Jia Xin with an angry look.
Seeing her father's look, Jia Li stopped resisting and could only obey.
"No, I won't," replied Jia Li.