The Immortal Ascension

Chapter 65: The Divine Physician Han

Han Li reclined lazily in the grand armchair that Doctor Mo had often occupied, engrossed in a book whose cover read "Scripture of Longevity" but whose contents were actually the chants of the Eternal Spring Art.

This book had been a constant companion of Doctor Mo, who would pore over it endlessly—a peculiar habit that had once puzzled Han Li. Now that he had uncovered its secret, he realized the truth: Doctor Mo hadn’t been studying health preservation techniques at all, but rather meticulously deciphering the chants of the Eternal Spring Art. It seemed Doctor Mo had never fully accepted Yu Zitong’s explanation about the Spiritual Root and had stubbornly continued his own quiet attempts to cultivate magical power.

This secret manual had been discovered alongside other items in a hidden compartment. Not only did it contain the first six layers of chants Han Li had previously practiced, but it also included the seventh and eighth layers—a thrilling revelation that had excited him for days.

Upon learning that what he had been cultivating was the legendary power to command wind and rain—magical power—Han Li’s desire for the subsequent layers of the Eternal Spring Art grew even stronger.

After all, who wouldn’t want to become an immortal with eternal life?

The sun shone brightly overhead, its warm rays streaming through the open skylight and bathing Han Li in light. The comfort made him squint his eyes into thin slits as he read, his reclined posture adding to his languid demeanor.

He glanced up briefly at the skylight, finding the glare too harsh.

Casually, he flipped the open book over his face, shielding himself from the blinding sunlight.

Darkness enveloped his vision, bringing instant relief. Refreshed, he silently recited the seventh layer chant once more.

Recently, he had noticed signs of another breakthrough in the Eternal Spring Art, thanks to his continuous consumption of Spirit Medicine. He would soon advance to the seventh layer, and familiarizing himself with the next layer’s chant in advance would greatly aid his breakthrough past the bottleneck.

Nearly half a year had passed since the day Doctor Mo attempted Possession.

The very next morning after the incident, to conceal Doctor Mo’s death, Han Li had forged a letter in Doctor Mo’s handwriting. The letter claimed that Doctor Mo had returned to his hometown for a visit and entrusted Han Li with his medical duties until his return. Boldly, Han Li declared in the letter that he had mastered all of Doctor Mo’s medical skills and was now qualified to treat patients independently.

When he submitted the letter, none of the Elders in charge showed the slightest suspicion. After all, Doctor Mo had often disappeared for long periods to gather medicinal herbs. Though he held the title of Guest Elder in the Seven Mysteries Sect due to saving Sect Leader Wang’s life, he enjoyed considerable freedom.

However, the Elders remained skeptical about Han Li’s claim of inheriting Doctor Mo’s full medical expertise, their attitudes wavering between belief and doubt.Previously, although Doctor Mo had occasionally treated minor ailments like colds, fevers, saber wounds, or spear injuries for low-level disciples, his exceptional medical skills meant his primary responsibilities were for mid-to-high-ranking figures such as hall masters and Elders. Other disciples usually had to seek treatment from the other physicians on the mountain.

Thus, initially, the Elders did not immediately assign Han Li to take over Doctor Mo's duties. Instead, they had him treat low-level disciples first, intending to test his true medical proficiency.

Han Li was entirely indifferent to the higher-ups' doubts about his skills. His attitude was that treating anyone was fine—his reason for proposing to succeed Doctor Mo was simply his interest in the secluded and quiet Valley of Divine Hands, along with the sizable herb garden within.

If he could continue staying in the valley and have sole control over it, he could openly use the mysterious small vial to mass-produce rare medicinal herbs without fear of others discovering his secret.

At present, though the small valley was temporarily his alone, if Doctor Mo failed to return for an extended period, who knew if the Sect Leader or Elders might suddenly decide to reclaim it?

To demonstrate his medical prowess, Han Li went all out when treating the disciples, secretly utilizing the large quantities of precious herbs he cultivated daily. Thanks to his already considerable medical skills and the abundance of rare medicines, he achieved near-miraculous results—almost every patient was cured immediately after taking his remedies.

As he had anticipated, his reputation as a miracle healer spread like thunder on a clear day, quickly shaking the entire Seven Mysteries Sect. Everyone on the mountain soon learned that the sect had gained another young, extraordinarily skilled physician. His abilities were deemed unfathomably miraculous—whether treating external injuries, internal wounds, or complex illnesses, he could ensure full recovery within three days at most. Compared to the legendary Doctor Mo, his skills were considered equal, if not superior.

In truth, Han Li's medical expertise was far inferior to Doctor Mo's. However, Doctor Mo never had access to such an extravagant supply of rare herbs, so in terms of recovery effects, he naturally paled in comparison to Han Li.

Thus, when Han Li once again restored a severely injured disciple to full health within just a few days, the higher-ups could no longer remain passive. Merely a day later, they summoned him.

This time, the person he met was none other than Deputy Sect Leader Ma, whom he had briefly encountered once before at the Bone Refining Cliff.

This esteemed Master Ma had clearly forgotten all about Han Li, an utterly unremarkable registered disciple from back then. Upon meeting, he straightforwardly expressed his willingness to let Han Li take over Doctor Mo's role, granting him all the original privileges. However, the honorary title of "Physician" could not yet be bestowed—Han Li was simply too young, merely sixteen or seventeen, making it impossible for other titled physicians to accept him. Nevertheless, his monthly stipend would be issued at the same standard as theirs.

Finally, Master Ma added that if Han Li had any further dissatisfactions, he should voice them directly, and they would handle them appropriately.

(End of Chapter)