Gu Changqing's gaze fell on the bottle of cold elixir in the hands of Xiao Yi Xian's assistant. He paused for a moment before speaking:
"Although this elixir can temporarily inhibit the spread of the poison from the sunflower wood beast's tail needle, it only delays the onset of severe poisoning and prevents an immediate fatal reaction. However, it also seals the only viable method to dispel the poison from his body. Once the effects of the two potions wear off, the situation will be dire."
Gu Changqing's candid remarks about the side effects of Xiao Yi Xian's treatment left everyone present in stunned silence.
Xiao Yi Xian widened her beautiful eyes, staring at Gu Changqing, who appeared younger than her but spoke with a surprising depth of medical knowledge. She hadn't expected this seemingly wealthy young man to be so well-versed in medicinal principles.
Despite her initial surprise, Xiao Yi Xian nodded and turned her attention to senior Wang, who lay on the stretcher with worsening symptoms. She admitted, "I understand what you're saying, but senior Wang's situation is critical. Without these two potions, he may not survive much longer. They at least provide temporary relief and extend his chances."
As she spoke, Xiao Yi Xian prepared to administer the boiling blood powder to senior Wang.
"If I can remove the poison from his body in time, there is still hope for him," Gu Changqing asserted.
His words widened everyone's eyes in shock, including Xiao Yi Xian's, who paused in her actions and looked at him with astonishment. Shaking her head, she said gloomily, "It's futile. We don't have a way to dispel the poison of the sunflower beast's tail needle. An antidote pill is required, but even the lowest-grade one costs thousands of gold coins. An antidote for a second-tier poison would cost tens of thousands, and in Qingshan Town, even if we had the money, we couldn't purchase it."
Just then, Qingye, a striking woman with bronzed skin and a captivating figure, knelt before Gu Changqing and Nalan Yanran, her voice filled with desperation. "Please, young masters, save my fourth uncle. I am willing to be your servant, a slave, anything you desire. Just give us an antidote pill to save him."
Nalan Yanran, moved by the sight, looked at Gu Changqing with a touch of pity. An antidote pill was insignificant to her, and tens of thousands of gold coins were a minor expense. She felt an urge to help but waited for Gu Changqing's decision.
Gu Changqing, however, shook his head lightly. "The antidote pill is not a problem for us; we do have it, and even the lowest grade is at least third-tier. However, today I intend to teach the Little Fairy Doctor a lesson on alternative treatments."
"Xiao Yi Xian, your Clinic should have sulfur powder and realgar bars. Mix them, heat the mixture, and apply it to his wounds. Also, prepare some metallic non-toxic herbs, grind them into juice, mix this with some cold elixir, and administer it to him."
He smiled confidently. "The combination of sulfur powder and realgar will help expel the poison, while the cold elixir will counteract the fire caused by the poison. If necessary, I have antidote pills and healing pills to ensure his survival."
Xiao Yi Xian hesitated, voicing her concerns. "I understand the use of realgar wine for treating snake venom, but sulfur powder is toxic. Mixing it with realgar will intensify the poison, and applying it to senior Wang's wounds might worsen his condition. Also, why use the cold elixir? Won't it freeze his internal organs, impeding the medicinal effects of the metallic herbs? Shouldn't we use boiling blood powder instead?"
Despite her knowledge, Xiao Yi Xian was not as skilled as Gu Changqing in pharmacology. Gu Changqing addressed her concerns with calm assurance. "Sulfur powder is indeed toxic, but it is effective in removing wood-attribute toxins from his body. It's a harsh remedy, but necessary. The cold elixir will help manage the resulting heat and balance the internal environment."
He continued confidently, "Using boiling blood powder is unnecessary. The heated mixture will naturally increase his body temperature, promoting the flow of qi and blood and addressing the crisis."
"If things go poorly, I still have antidote pills and healing pills to ensure he does not die."
Gu Changqing's bright smile and confident demeanor impressed everyone. Xiao Yi Xian and the others were visibly relieved and grateful.
"Thank you, Young Master. You are our benefactor. Qingye will be forever grateful and will serve you faithfully!" Qingye exclaimed, bowing deeply before running to attend to senior Wang.
Xiao Yi Xian, now fully understanding Gu Changqing's approach, quickly gathered the necessary materials. Her admiration for Gu Changqing grew as she followed his instructions.
The Blood War Mercenary Regiment members, too, were filled with gratitude and respect, seeing Gu Changqing as more than just a young master from a prominent family.
Xiao Yi Xian and her assistant, Li Fei, promptly prepared the sulfur powder and realgar wine, following Gu Changqing's guidance to heat the mixture. They applied it to senior Wang's wounds.
As Wang's body temperature began to rise, Gu Changqing directed Xiao Yi Xian to mix the ground metallic herbs with the cold elixir and feed it to him.
The scene, surrounded by hopeful mercenaries, eagerly awaited the outcome.