I Can See Through All Things' Information Chapter 8 Old Doctor Chen, Astonishing Discovery

The image of a thin, benevolent old man surfaced in Lu Qing’s mind.

Old Doctor Chen.

This elderly physician was the only medical practitioner serving the cluster of local villages.

His medical expertise was profound. While he might not have been a miracle worker, he could reliably treat common sicknesses such as fevers, headaches, colds, and physical injuries without error.

Consequently, he commanded great respect from the local residents.

Rumor had it that even the affluent families in the city frequently sought his specialized medical care.

A man of his stature naturally occupied a unique position within the community.

Virtually no villager would ever dare show him any insolence.

In the past, the original Lu Qing—a simple boy with a narrow perspective—had paid little attention to such details.

However, upon deeper reflection, the current Lu Qing noticed several oddities.

For example, his memories suggested that Old Doctor Chen was quite advanced in age, yet he remained remarkably fit and frequently trekked alone into the mountain ranges to harvest medicinal plants.

These were not the managed hiking trails of his previous life; they were treacherous, rugged peaks and ancient, primitive forests.

The woods were crawling with poisonous snakes, venomous insects, and countless wild beasts, making them incredibly perilous.

Even the most seasoned hunters hesitated to penetrate too deeply into those dark forests.

For an elderly man like Old Doctor Chen to navigate such places safely and return unscathed was truly bizarre.

Lu Qing felt a surge of curiosity regarding the doctor's capabilities.

It would be life-changing if he could acquire even a small portion of Old Doctor Chen’s medical knowledge.

His special ability allowed him to witness the fundamental data of all objects.

This meant he would never make a mistake when identifying medicinal herbs.

It was a gift that complemented medical study perfectly.

Learning from Old Doctor Chen would provide a vital safety net for his and Little Yan’s future survival.

But how could he convince the old man to take him as a student?

As Lu Qing weighed his options, his eyelids grew heavy and difficult to keep open.

His physical state was still fragile, and he lacked the strength to fight off the rising exhaustion.

Ultimately, he drifted into sleep before a viable plan could be formed.

Quite unexpectedly, before Lu Qing could find a way to visit Old Doctor Chen, the doctor came to him.

Resting on a bamboo chair, Lu Qing had fallen into a deep slumber. In a half-conscious state, he thought he heard voices nearby, followed by the sensation of a hand grasping his wrist.

He jerked awake instantly.

"Lu Qing, you are finally awake! Old Doctor Chen is here to examine you!"

A booming voice echoed in the room.

Recognizing the voice as Old Zhang from next door, Lu Qing felt a wave of relief.

He quickly regained his senses and opened his eyes wide.

Old Doctor Chen?

Glancing to the side, he spotted two elderly men; one was standing while the other sat beside him.

The seated figure, possessing a lean frame and a kind face, was undoubtedly Old Doctor Chen.

"Stay still, let me finish checking your pulse first."

Seeing that Lu Qing was trying to sit up, Old Doctor Chen spoke in a soft, calming tone.

Lu Qing immediately stiffened and stopped moving.

It was only then he realized that the doctor’s fingers were pressed firmly against his wrist.

The sensation he felt in his dream wasn't an illusion; it was the Old Doctor performing a pulse diagnosis.

Watching Old Doctor Chen close his eyes to focus on the pulse, Lu Qing didn't dare stir and remained lying obediently on the chair.

Realizing the examination would take some time, Lu Qing took the opportunity to study the mysterious Old Doctor Chen closely.

His initial thought was that the physician seemed even more gentle than in his memories, his thin body radiating a sense of ethereal, celestial calm.

Just looking at him brought a sense of peace.

However, at that moment, the doctor’s face was grave, his brows knit together as if he had encountered a difficult puzzle.

Lu Qing watched him silently for a moment, and suddenly, a shimmering red glow manifested around the elder.

[Chen Songqing: Expert in medicine, benevolent heart, highly respected, an excellent senior physician.] [Cultivation: Achieved in Qi Cultivation, Postnatal Internal Realm.]

What on earth is this?!

Lu Qing’s eyes stretched wide in shock, not just because of the red aura surrounding the doctor, but because of the text that accompanied it.

Ever since he had woken up in this world, Lu Qing had been trying to understand the rules of his superpower.

Normal items usually emitted a gray light when he focused on them.

More unique objects, such as medicinal plants, would glow with a white light.

As for humans, everyone he had met in the village so far radiated a white light without exception.

The intensity of that white light changed, however: it was brightest in healthy adults, dimmer in teenagers, and weakest in the elderly.

Lu Qing had assumed this light represented a person’s vitality or life force.

After all, it made sense that adults had the most energy while the elderly were fading.

Yet, Old Doctor Chen’s status completely shattered that theory.

A red light appeared—a color he had never encountered before!

Even more startling was the information provided by the text.

Cultivation?

Successful Qi Cultivation? Postnatal Internal Realm?

What did those terms imply? Was it possible that this world wasn't just a simple historical setting like ancient China, but a supernatural realm where Cultivation was real?

Lu Qing’s mind raced, his heart thumping against his ribs from the revelation.

Just as he intended to look closer and gather more data, Old Doctor Chen’s eyes snapped open.

Noticing Lu Qing’s panicked and stunned expression, the doctor frowned briefly before his features softened.

He said kindly, "Do not be alarmed, I was only checking your pulse."

It was a misunderstanding; the doctor assumed his own serious expression during the check-up had scared the boy.

Trying to regain his composure, Lu Qing asked with a hint of nerves, "Grandpa Chen, how is my condition? Have I recovered?"

Standing nearby, Old Master Zhang also watched the doctor with an expectant look.

Old Doctor Chen thought for a moment before answering, "It is quite good. Your illness has indeed faded. While you remain physically weak, a period of proper rest and nourishment should return you to full health."

"Is that so? That is wonderful news! Lu Qing, you must thank Old Doctor Chen immediately. Without the medicine he gave you, you might never have opened your eyes again!" Old Master Zhang cheered happily.

"Thank you, Grandpa Chen."

Lu Qing climbed off the chair and prepared to kneel and kowtow to show his deep appreciation.

He knew the doctor had truly saved his life.

Without that medicinal broth, he likely wouldn't have survived the mental strain of merging his memories.

For that alone, the man deserved his utmost respect.

However, Old Doctor Chen caught him before he could kneel, "There is no need for such gestures. That you woke up is a result of your own good fortune. This old man only offered a bit of assistance."

Old Doctor Chen wasn't just being humble.

In truth, he was privately stunned.

He had visited Lu Qing when the boy first fell ill.

At that time, Lu Qing was in a dire state, his life force hanging by a thread, teetering on the edge of death.

Even a master physician would have found it nearly impossible to save him.

Acting out of medical duty, he had prepared a potent prescription using several rare and expensive ingredients.

He had simply done what he could, leaving the boy's survival to the heavens.

Some of those ingredients were actually reserved for the nobility in the city.

Because he used them, he had to rush into the mountains the following day to find replacements.

He had expected Lu Qing to pass away, but upon returning, the villagers informed him that the boy's health had taken a turn for the better.

Not only was he walking around, but he had even gone to the river to fish.

Shocked by the news, he came to investigate immediately.

He bumped into Old Master Zhang coming from the fields, and the two entered the house together.

At first, he thought the villagers were exaggerating the recovery.

But now, after feeling the pulse himself, he realized they hadn't lied at all.

Lu Qing’s sickness was completely gone.

Except for some lingering frailty, every symptom had vanished miraculously.

This reality left even Old Doctor Chen deeply perplexed.