stonecrandall Chapter 90 Mountains and Rivers Calmly Await the Beginning
Chapter 90 Mountains and Rivers Calmly Await the Beginning
Chapter 90 Mountains and Rivers Calmly Await the Beginning
I. Settling down and shedding the dust of travel
With his new home settled in the brick courtyard, Chen Shanhe officially moved into his residence in the provincial capital, bidding farewell to his days of wandering from place to place.
He stood in the courtyard, slowly stretched his shoulders, and let out a long sigh of relief. The fatigue from days of running around slowly dissipated from his eyes.
Previously, he traveled day and night to make house calls in various places, always ready to deal with sudden emergencies. His body and mind were always on edge, and he dared not relax for a moment.
Now that I have a stable place to live, I no longer have to travel through wind and rain, and my mind and body instantly feel relaxed and at ease.
Su Wanjing walked slowly with a cup of warm tea in her hand, her steps gentle and graceful, her eyes and brows carrying a serene smile.
She gently handed the teacup to Chen Shanhe, gazing at him tenderly, and spoke softly.
"Finally, you don't have to work so hard every day anymore. You can finally take a good rest and calm your mind to recuperate."
Chen Shanhe reached out and took the teacup, his fingertips touching the warm cup. He turned to look at Su Wanjing beside him, a gentle warmth welling up in his eyes.
He nodded slightly, his voice calm and steady, his tone carrying a sense of peace after shedding his restlessness.
"Throughout my medical practice, my mind has always been on edge. Now that things have settled down, it's time to calm down and reflect."
Sunlight quietly filled the courtyard, and a gentle breeze rustled the branches of the courtyard wall. The courtyard was quiet and peaceful, without any noise of vehicles or horses.
Chen Shanhe raised his hand and took a sip of tea. He closed his eyes and concentrated for a moment, and his chaotic and complicated thoughts gradually returned to calm.
All the busyness of making house calls, the anxiety of joint consultations, and the rush of traveling around in the past have vanished at this moment.
All his restlessness and impetuosity faded away, and he calmed down, peacefully enjoying this rare moment of leisure and tranquility.
As evidenced by the poem
Wash away the dust and grime, and find peace within yourself.
A peaceful courtyard is far from the hustle and bustle.
All the toil and hardship have come to an end.
Calm your mind and spirit to nurture your true nature.
II. Leisurely Studying Medical Principles to Understand Their Origins
With nothing to do during the day, Chen Shanhe would sit quietly by the stone table in the courtyard every morning to regulate his breathing and calm his mind.
He stood upright with his eyes closed, meditating and regulating his breathing. His breaths were steady and long, allowing his blood and energy to circulate smoothly throughout his body.
Once his mind was completely at peace, he spread out the thick medical classics on the table and slowly ran his fingertips over the yellowed pages.
With focused and concentrated gaze, serious and solemn expression, he was completely immersed in the study of traditional Chinese medicine, undisturbed by the outside world.
He would sometimes furrow his brow and lower his head to ponder the profound medical principles in ancient books;
Sometimes he would raise his hand and tap the table lightly, silently deducing the operating rules of the internal organs and meridians;
Sometimes he would close the book, shut his eyes and reflect, pondering over and over again the supreme path of integrating military strategy with medicine that he had created.
The chronic illnesses, sudden emergencies, and strange and difficult cases that I had treated in the past all came to mind clearly.
He repeatedly reviewed the diagnostic approach of each observation, auscultation, inquiry, and palpation, and carefully considered the depth and speed of each acupuncture treatment.
Carefully check the ingredients and combinations of each decoction, and sort out the steps of treatment and prevention.
He slowly disassembled and sorted out all the experience he had accumulated in his previous medical practice, filling in the gaps and integrating it into his understanding.
Chen Shanhe slowly opened his eyes, his gaze clear and deep, and a look of sudden enlightenment appeared on his face.
He spoke softly, his tone firm and steady.
The principles of medicine remain the same despite all the variations: only by understanding the root cause of the disease can one prescribe the right medicine and effectively treat both the disease and its symptoms.
As evidenced by the poem
Sitting idly in the courtyard, reading ancient texts.
Delve into the principles of medicine to understand its origins.
Military strategy and medical skills are integrated into one's mind.
Only through reflection can one truly know how to preserve oneself.
Third, patiently guide and dispel old thoughts.
As dawn broke, Zhou Deshan and Xu Jingming would always arrive at the courtyard on time, standing respectfully with bows.
The two men, holding old medical books in their hands, stood quietly under the eaves, their eyes filled with sincere desire to learn, waiting to be summoned.
After a sudden awakening and becoming apprentices to learn medicine, the two had long since let go of their arrogance as renowned doctors and were only interested in learning from scratch.
Upon seeing Chen Shanhe emerge from the house, the two immediately stepped forward, bowed deeply, and displayed a humble and respectful demeanor.
Zhou Deshan lowered his head slightly, spoke in a humble and sincere tone, and cautiously asked for advice.
Master, we have spent half our lives practicing medicine and have adhered to old methods. Our thinking has become rigid and inflexible. We hope that you will patiently guide us through our confusion.
Xu Jingming nodded quickly, his eyes filled with a genuine desire to learn, and hurriedly echoed his sentiments.
We are stuck in outdated medical practices and find it difficult to break free. We ask our master to help us dispel the fog and correct our original intentions.
Chen Shanhe remained calm and composed, raising his hand to signal the two to stand up, his gaze calmly fixed on his two disciples.
He showed no impatience, speaking calmly and gently, patiently explaining the core principles of basic medical theory.
Every word was clear and insightful, every sentence hit the nail on the head, gradually helping the two break free from the old, ingrained medical practices they had formed in their minds.
They explained in detail the principles of dialectical thinking and flexibility, breaking away from their outdated and rigid habits of following prescriptions blindly.
The two leaned down to listen attentively, not daring to be distracted for a moment, nodding hurriedly to memorize the words, their eyes filled with a look of realization.
As evidenced by the poem
Humbly seek knowledge to understand the essence of medicine.
Shed the superficial and discard the old traces.
Patiently guide and illuminate the path ahead.
Break free from fixed ideas and understand your original intention.
IV. Focus on building a solid foundation and awaiting new beginnings.
Day after day, time flowed slowly by. Chen Shanhe lived peacefully in his small courtyard with blue bricks, studying medical classics and cultivating his mind every day.
In his spare time, he would patiently sit and instruct his two disciples to diligently study medicine and pass on his knowledge without reservation.
His impetuousness and arrogance completely disappeared, and his mind became more and more calm and peaceful each day, while his medical skills became more and more solid.
After days of practical consultations and quiet reflection, he has long since shed his youthful naiveté and impetuosity, and developed the composure and calmness of a doctor.
He no longer rushed around every day like before, eager to make house calls and save lives. Instead, he stayed in his courtyard and focused on his own life.
He honed his medical skills day by day, solidified his foundation in traditional Chinese medicine, and repeatedly integrated the profound principles of integrating military strategy with medicine.
Su Wanjing stayed by his side day and night in the courtyard, carefully managing the daily life and trivial matters within the courtyard, and her words and actions were gentle and measured.
She never made any noise to disturb Chen Shanhe's peaceful study of medical principles, but quietly took care of the household affairs in the hospital.
She would often prepare warm tea and light snacks, gently place them on the table, and quietly stay by her side, waiting patiently.
With gentle and serene eyes, and a peaceful and tranquil expression, she silently guards the peaceful life in this small courtyard, year after year.
Murong Fangxiang would also often take time to come to the small courtyard to discuss with Chen Shanhe the site selection, procedures and other matters of the civilian clinic.
The two meticulously finalized the preparation process in person and discussed various matters before and after the opening, arranging everything in a clear and organized manner.
Whenever the progress of opening the clinic is discussed, Chen Shanhe always appears calm and composed, his demeanor steady and unhurried, steadily pushing things forward one by one without ever rushing or being reckless.
Zhou Deshan and Xu Jingming would arrive at the door on time every day, humbly and attentively listening to the lessons and learning the skills, diligently and assiduously studying.
The two gradually abandoned their old, rigid ways of thinking from half a lifetime of medical practice, completely emptying their minds and humbly learning from scratch.
Both of them have been quietly transforming in their character and medical philosophy, having long since shed their former stubborn arrogance based on their seniority, and now focusing solely on the true essence of medicine.
Chen Shanhe stood slowly and quietly in the center of the courtyard, looking up at the distant streets and alleys of the provincial capital. His expression was calm and composed, and he already had a plan in mind.
Now that he has a stable place to live, his mind is at peace and calm. His medical skills have become more and more refined over time, and his apprentices are all dedicated to learning from him.
Everything was prepared in an orderly manner, and all that was needed was for it to come to fruition. He calmly settled down in the provincial capital and waited for the civilian clinic to officially open.
Take your time to rest and reflect, and wait for the perfect opportunity before opening your doors to practice medicine, teach, and educate others.
From then on, he settled down in the provincial capital and officially began a new chapter in his life of practicing medicine, helping people, and spreading his teachings.
As evidenced by the poem
A calm and steady mind lays a solid foundation.
Wait patiently for the right opportunity to start a new chapter.
Rooted in the provincial capital, practicing benevolent medicine.
With a benevolent heart, we embark on a new path to help the world.