in2ebook Chapter 181 The Discussion Begins
Chapter 181 The Discussion Begins
Chapter 181 The Discussion Begins
As Ye Ru stepped forward, countless people were once again in an uproar. After all, although Ye Ru was unparalleled in Confucianism and Taoism, medical skills were not something that could be simply discussed in theory.
Medicine embodies a spirit of investigating things and seeking knowledge. Among physicians, only practice can prove whether a medical theory can be accepted by the world. For example, Hua Tuo treated Cao Cao's headache, but because Cao Cao was suspicious, he killed Hua Tuo, and a famous doctor of his generation perished.
Although medical practitioners have no connection with the "Great Learning," the concept of "investigating things to acquire knowledge" within it has been accepted by them.
This is similar to the five principles of acquiring knowledge advocated by Zisi, the grandson of Confucius: "Study extensively, inquire carefully, think prudently, discern clearly, and practice diligently."
The Great Learning proposes the investigation of things to acquire knowledge, while the Doctrine of the Mean is seen as an understanding of the investigation of things to acquire knowledge. It means that one must study a certain thing or thing extensively through learning and practice, and put it into practice to gain truth.
The people of their family, renowned for their medical expertise, understood that medicine and Confucianism were interconnected, but not entirely based on the Confucian way.
Therefore, most people do not have a high opinion of Ye Ru.
"This is going to be interesting. A Confucian scholar and a medical scholar, who will come out on top?"
A scholar from a family of Confucius, who had passed the imperial examinations, stroked his beard with a smile and said casually.
"If Ye Anshou wins, it will greatly enhance the reputation of our Confucianism."
Another scholar from the Kong family nodded in agreement.
"I'm afraid we won't be able to win. In the end, Saint Ye will have done all the work for someone else."
"Yes, if you want to be the first to stick your neck out, you have to pay a price."
Some of the pharmacists shrugged and said dismissively.
"Since Chief Ye wishes to sit down and discuss the Dao with my Hua family, my Hua family will naturally treat him with courtesy. These are two vortexes of talent. Whoever speaks the most pertinently will have their talent automatically poured into one of the vortexes. The one with more talent vortexes will win, based on the growth rate of the vortexes."
"Furthermore, secondly, one can use the talent energy within the talent vortex to attack; whoever falls off the debate platform first loses."
The head of the Hua family glanced at Ye Ru, then at Hua Shengming, and then spoke.
"Since you wish to ruin your reputation, I will lend you a hand. Do you think that your Confucianism can compare with the medical skills of my family? My family of doctors can heal the country and heal people. We emphasize pragmatism. Where were you during the plague? In the end, didn't you all have to rely on us doctors to save you!"
Upon hearing this, both of them nodded. Then Hua Shengming raised his head, glanced at Ye Ru with contempt, and then said sternly.
As soon as he finished speaking, countless streams of talent energy suddenly surged into the world, filled with a rich light, and directly poured into the vortex of talent energy behind Hua Shengming.
This was a vortex of talent the size of a fist. Under the infusion of spiritual power, it grew at a visible speed, eventually transforming into a vortex of talent the size of a washbasin.
"The Basin of Talent?"
Some people noticed a change in their expressions. Those who obtained the Talent Basin in the first round were speaking words that could be considered textbook material for children's medical education.
"go with!"
Hua Shengming sensed the talent within the vortex of talent. With a flick of his palm, the talent within the vortex transformed into a scalpel. Although this scalpel was crafted from talent, it was extremely realistic, gleaming coldly in the sunlight. The next moment, it shot fiercely toward Ye Ru.
This scene caused the faces of many aristocratic families present to change. They hadn't expected Hua Shengming to actually make a move, and to be so ruthless at that.
Only now did they realize that this debate was extremely dangerous, and whoever gained the upper hand first would have a greater chance of winning.
This is because it is not only about the thoughts and beliefs of physicians, but also about whose thinking is more agile. No wonder the families of renowned physicians have maintained their medical thought and have not been overthrown by outsiders; this is the reason why.
The relationship between physicians and their medical thought is like that of the palm and the back of the hand, while the relationship between other sage families and their medical thought is like that of heaven and earth.
"The medical profession and the Confucianism are mutually supportive, intertwined. The principle of 'great physicians are sincere and dedicated' is the fundamental requirement for all physicians. All good doctors should first develop a great compassion and vow to relieve the suffering of all living beings, extending a helping hand to both friend and foe. The beliefs you upheld during the plague in the capital were a disgrace to physicians."
Facing the exquisite scalpel, Ye Ru's expression remained unchanged; instead, he spoke calmly.
As soon as he finished speaking, the vortex of talent behind him did not move at all, but instead trembled violently. This scene made everyone's expression change drastically.
"Is this theory wrong?"
Hua Mufeng looked at the unchanged vortex of talent, and his expression became somewhat downcast.
"That shouldn't be the case. These are the principles of medicine. But why can't I sense any unusual movement of talent from Ye Ru?"
Chen Sijun's expression was also somewhat solemn, and then she murmured.
"Hmph, how many people did we save back then? Now it seems even the Holy Path automatically judges you as wrong. This is why the Qi Scalpel can't kill you, but it can break your inner strength and make you a scholar without inner strength forever!"
Hua Shengming saw that there was no talent energy gathered around Ye Ru, and immediately burst into laughter.
"Is it?"
Seeing Hua Shengming's arrogant smile, Ye Ru's lips curled into a barely perceptible smile. Then, looking at the scalpel so close at hand, he said calmly:
"stop."
As soon as he finished speaking, the scalpel suddenly stopped, and this scene froze Hua Shengming's arrogant smile on his face.
"What's this!"
Hua Shengming was shocked, but as soon as he finished speaking, the vortex of talent behind Ye Ru suddenly expanded several times, eventually transforming into a huge pool.
This pool of talent contained an extremely powerful amount of talent, and gasps of astonishment rose and fell throughout the audience.
In just the first round, he was able to transform the vortex of talent into a pool of talent, something even some Hanlin scholars couldn't do.
"A pool of talent? It can actually be transformed into a pool of talent!"
A scholar from the Hua family, who had passed the imperial examination, exclaimed in surprise.
"At such a young age, his words have been inspired by heaven and earth. These words should be recorded to teach those who have passed the imperial examinations."
A scholar who writes with such profound talent and insight can naturally be used to instruct those who have passed the imperial examinations.
"How is that possible! How could your words possibly turn a vortex of talent into a pool of talent!"
Hua Shengming was still in shock. He looked at Ye Ru, who remained calm and composed, and exclaimed. Clearly, the other party's words had dealt him a great blow.
"A physician cannot be entrusted with anything other than a person of benevolence; cannot be entrusted with anything other than a person of intelligence and understanding; cannot be trusted with anything other than a person of integrity and kindness. For a person of constant virtue cannot be a physician, for a physician is one whose life and death are at stake..."
Ye Ru ignored Hua Shengming's words, his calm voice still echoing in the air, plunging everyone into silence.