From Evil Sect Leader to Doctor-Chapter 228 - 206: Blood Circulation and Bone Nourishing Soup

The mother never had a formal job and still holds a rural household registration. The farming insurance could not reimburse much, so he had no choice but to sell this piece of He Shouwu and use the money for his mother's treatment.

Upon hearing this, Xu Changshan felt a bit reluctant to accept it. He always believed that some objects carry family sentiments. Seeing things reminds one of people, and if Zhou Meng wasn't at a dead end, he wouldn't sell this piece of He Shouwu.

Xu Changshan took the initiative to ask about Mrs. Zhou's condition. Zhou Meng happened to have the medical records and images with him, and he immediately presented them for the elder's review.

Xu Chunliang could tell at a glance that his grandfather was moved with compassion. From his grandfather, Xu Chunliang saw the true embodiment of a doctor's benevolent heart, a sentiment that many doctors in today's medical system lack.

Xu Chunliang had also pondered the reason behind this because his grandfather respected life and put people first. When facing patients, his first thought was to save them. Every time he cured a patient, he felt a genuine sense of comfort.

However, some doctors only paid lip service to respecting life and saw being a doctor merely as a job.

Current hospital systems suggest that doctors prioritize efficiency. In modern society, there is a lack of faith and money is supreme, so doctors are not exempt from this, leading to a change in practitioners' mindset.

How can a doctor who puts economic interests first at all times truly consider the patient wholeheartedly?

Femoral head necrosis is also known as femoral head epiphysitis, caused by strong pressure on the hip, repeated damage to the femoral head epiphysis, qi-stagnation, and blood stasis, as well as exposure to wind, cold, and dampness, leading to blocked blood supply and ultimately the disease.

Traditional Chinese medicine does not have a name for this disease, but it is described in ancient medical classics.

The "Medical Sect's Golden Mirror" Volume Eighty-Nine records: 'Hip bone, i.e., femoral bone. If it is continuously exposed to wind, cold, and dampness, and then suffers a fall or injury, blood stasis congeals, muscles swell and harden, the feet cannot walk straight, and those with short tendons will tiptoe, walking with tilted buttocks.'

After reviewing Mrs. Zhou's medical records, Xu Changshan said the situation had not yet reached the point where a femoral head replacement was necessary. For Mrs. Zhou's condition, he prescribed a Blood Circulation and Bone Nourishing Soup.

Angelica 10g, Corydalis 10g, Aged Tangerine Peel 10g, Curcuma 10g, Angelica Pubescens 15g, Bai Zhi 10g, Cinnamon 10g, Drynariae Rhizoma 15g, Dipsaci Radix 10g, Cibotium 15g, Chuan Niu Xi 6g, Bone-penetrating Grass 10g.

The Blood Circulation and Bone Nourishing Soup can invigorate blood flow, regulate qi, dispel cold and dampness, warm and unblock meridians, strengthen muscles, and support bones.

He told Zhou Meng to decoct the above Chinese medicines for internal use, taking one dose daily, both in the morning and evening. It can also be ground into a powder and formed into pills with honey. Frankincense 6g and Myrrh 6g can be added and ground into a fine powder, mixed with white wine for external application to painful areas, treating both internally and externally.

Through inquiry, Xu Changshan learned that Mrs. Zhou might have symptoms of partial joint dislocation. He advised Zhou Meng to first take the medicine home, and once Mrs. Zhou's symptoms eased, she could contact him for manual repositioning assistance.

After preparing the prescription, Xu Changshan kindly dispensed the medicine for Zhou Meng without charging any fee. Zhou Meng thanked the elder and left. In truth, he wasn't certain if it would be effective, but since his mother strongly resisted surgery, he decided to give it a try.

After Zhou Meng left, Xu Changshan asked Xu Chunliang to keep the piece of He Shouwu properly so that Zhou Meng could take it back anytime if he regretted it.

In the elder's view, this piece of He Shouwu carried Zhou Meng's feelings for his deceased father. If it weren't truly necessary, he would not have sold it. He Shouwu is valuable, but the elder wouldn't exploit the situation.

The neighboring clinic has already started operating. Although business isn't as good as before with the fantastic breast enhancement, it has a greater impact on Huichun Hall's business.

Xu Chunliang was initially worried that his grandfather would feel discouraged by this, but he discovered that the elder had already come to terms with it. Taking advantage of his return this time, his grandfather asked him to accompany him to the Kangjian Elderly Care Hospital located at the Changqing Lakefront in the New City District for a look.

Xu Chunliang asked if he should give Gu Houyi a heads-up, but Xu Changshan said it wasn't necessary. If they informed them, people would prepare in advance, and they wouldn't see the actual situation.

The grandfather and grandson hailed a taxi to Kangjian Elderly Care Hospital, which had not yet officially opened and was still under intense construction. The site's management was extremely strict, denying all external visits.

They wandered around the area, and the environment was indeed quite nice.

They paused in front of a billboard introducing the project, reading it from start to finish. Xu Chunliang spotted a familiar name among the investors—Equatorial Capital.

He remembered that the head of Equatorial Capital seemed to be Luan Yuchuan, and Mo Han's business card also had the words Equatorial Capital printed on it.

Xu Chunliang sent a message to Mo Han, asking if they had invested in a Kangjian Elderly Care Hospital project in Dongzhou.

After a while, Mo Han replied, confirming it was true, mentioning that the company had many projects it was investing in, and Kangjian was just a minor one.

Coincidentally, Mo Han was currently in Dongzhou, and she was planning to consult Xu Chunliang about something, so they agreed to meet on Zhuangyuan Street.

When Xu Chunliang arrived at the Nanshan South Tea House, Mo Han was already there, dressed in her usual all-black attire.

In Xu Chunliang's memory, there seemed to be no other woman so fond of black. Was it just because her surname was Mo (meaning "ink")? Following that logic, would someone with the surname Bai (meaning "white") dress in all white? Would someone with the surname Hua (meaning "flower") dress in a riot of colors?

Mo Han glanced around, "Nice choice of place."

Xu Chunliang smiled. The first time he came was with Pei Lin introducing him. Although their conversation was incompatible at the time, he really liked the tea house's ambiance.

Mo Han had already ordered tea, opting for Eight Jasmine, which had an inviting aroma, neither too strong nor too light, and it tasted with a subtle rock candy flavor.

Xu Chunliang asked, "When did you arrive?"

"The day before yesterday."

Xu Chunliang nodded, feeling that Mo Han was a bit mysterious.

Mo Han said, "I just found out that we are indeed investing in the Kangjian project. Did you come to me to find out more because of your grandfather?"

Xu Chunliang took a sip of tea and said, "You don't know anything about it?"

Mo Han said, "Equatorial has so many investments in the country, I can't focus on every one of them."

Originally, Xu Chunliang suspected that his grandfather's invitation to Kangjian Elderly Care Hospital might have been influenced by Equatorial Capital. But judging from Mo Han's reaction, it didn't seem to be related.

"So why did you want to see me?"

Mo Han said, "I heard about what happened at your hospital. Want to know who beat up those people?"

Xu Chunliang shook his head, "Not interested. It doesn't concern our hospital, serves them right."

Mo Han really couldn't figure him out. She thought Xu Chunliang would be interested in the truth, but he adopted an indifferent attitude, making it hard for her to continue, so she just picked up her teacup and drank tea.

Xu Chunliang said, "If you want to say something, just say it. Don't hold it in."

Mo Han stared coldly at him, "I couldn't care less about your matters."

Xu Chunliang laughed, "Since you've come all this way, I'll treat you to lunch. This teahouse serves some good Huaiyang dishes."

Mo Han replied grumpily, "No thanks! I have things to do."

Xu Chunliang said, "Don't be mad. By the way, Kangjian invited my grandfather to collaborate and open a traditional Chinese medicine health center, offering very generous terms. Do you think it's reliable?"

Mo Han said, "Kangjian is focusing on high-end elderly care and has projects in major cities. If you're not reassured, I can arrange for you to visit other cities."

Xu Chunliang said, "I'm not worried about that." He mainly felt that his grandfather was getting old and was struggling to manage Huichun Hall alone. When Gu Houyi came to Huichun Hall with the offer, Xu Chunliang was already tempted, but ultimately, it was up to his grandfather's decision.

Mo Han said, "In today's social environment, going it alone doesn't work. Every industry is integrating resources for complementary advantages. Mr. Xu is very famous in Dongzhou, and if he joins Kangjian, it will be beneficial for both parties."

Xu Chunliang nodded, having already formed an idea in his mind. He figured Mo Han's visit to Dongzhou was most likely related to Da Heng Group, so he revealed to her about Da Heng Group seeking collaboration with Changxing.

Mo Han indeed showed interest in this matter. She told Xu Chunliang that Da Heng Group's debt problem was very severe. Recently, the real estate market entered a downturn, and Da Heng Group's main business was in decline, causing a sharp drop in revenue. Their sales situation this year is not optimistic, and they are facing a deadline to pay interest on their bonds by the end of the year. Given their current situation, they are likely to default and be unable to pay the full interest.

This situation will lead to another crisis for Da Heng Group. Reliable sources had it that the CEO of Da Heng Group had already begun selling personal assets to secure funds to address the current predicament.

Xu Chunliang asked curiously, "If Da Heng's finances are this tight, how do they still have the guts to buy land everywhere?"

Mo Han said, "Their usual policy is to aim big and strike hard, targeting any hot spot. They have indeed hoarded a large number of prime plots over the years."

"Is Huayuan Group in a better situation than them?"

Mo Han sneered, "They're about the same. Huayuan Group's Tang Jingwei ventured overseas with capital a couple of years ago, but most of his overseas investments have been unprofitable. The unfriendly international investment environment toward our country is one reason, and another reason is that many businessmen's original intent for investing overseas isn't to make money."

Xu Chunliang nodded, "I understand that it's for legally transferring assets."

Mo Han said, "The authorities have noticed this trend, so they've increased control in this area in time. Under such circumstances, Huayuan Group had to refocus on the domestic market. Although they've undertaken a lot of projects, few have been successful. They can't compete with Da Heng in commercial real estate, can't surpass New Longji in retail, and their stock price keeps falling. Investing in big health can be seen as an overall strategic shift for them."

Xu Chunliang said, "Is Huayuan Group just bluffing as well? Are they really broke?"

Mo Han said, "Their current cash flow is quite good, mainly because they've sold off several overseas projects in a row, which turned out to be a blessing in disguise."

An idea suddenly came to Xu Chunliang, "Doesn't Equatorial Capital do investments? Why not consider investing in our hospital?"

Mo Han said, "You don't really understand investment. Investments are categorized as long or short-term, and Equatorial Capital usually isn't interested in projects with long investment periods and slow returns."

"Then why invest in Kangjian?"

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