Chapter 52: Divine Silver Needle Technique

"Your Grace!"

Xu Feng bowed, paying his respects to this imperial dignitary. Walter stepped forward quickly, personally helping him up: "Ah, the younger generation produces the heroes. Please, no need for such formality, Lord Viscount."

The duke's eyes flashed with admiration, and he displayed great enthusiasm. While not unheard of, such a situation was extremely rare. The reason was simple: Walter was the leader of the southern nobility. As one of only three dukes in the empire, his family's prominence was second only to the imperial family.

Not to mention a mere viscount; even if a count or marquis were to visit, Walter would not personally greet them, let alone help them up. His courtesy toward Xu Feng, of course, had specific causes.

Firstly, Xu Feng had saved his beloved daughter. The Walter family was extremely prominent, yet their lineage had always been sparse. Duke Walter had dozens of wives and concubines, and his liaisons were beyond counting. However, over all these years, Walter had only fathered one son and one daughter. As the saying goes, scarcity increases value. Though this metaphor isn't entirely appropriate, the principle is the same. Duke Walter cherished Master Lake and Lingyuesi immensely.

Secondly, Xu Feng was also a powerful mage. At such a young age, he had eliminated the Demon Octopus. It should be noted that on Hailan Star, mages were a special class. They wielded mysterious powers and, like the nobility, enjoyed various privileges. To Walter, a viscount was nothing, but he could not look down upon a genius mage. Who knew if he might become a Saint-level Expert in the future? Such an existence would command respect even from His Majesty the Emperor.

Moreover, the reason for inviting Xu Feng this time was to have him examine Lake's illness. When asking a favor of someone, it is natural to treat talented individuals with courtesy. Such reasoning, the duke certainly understood.

The two exchanged pleasantries for a while. The air was still fragrant with perfume as Lingyuesi gracefully walked over, giving a deep curtsy: "Greetings, Lord Viscount. Thank you, my lord, for saving my life."

"Please rise, miss. No need for such formality."

Xu Feng took Lingyuesi's delicate hand and kissed it. The duke's daughter had skin that was exceptionally fine, smooth to the touch. Coupled with her stunning beauty, a flicker of appreciation passed through Xu Feng's eyes. A graceful maiden is what a gentleman longs for. At this moment, he truly understood the meaning of this timeless verse.

Noticing his gaze, Lingyuesi's face flushed slightly, but in her heart, she made a different comparison. True to his reputation, this currently prominent viscount was truly unlike other nobles. Since coming of age, Lingyuesi had encountered countless lustful gazes, though they dared not be disrespectful due to her status. Yet desire is ultimately hard to conceal.

But Xu Feng's gaze was clear, stopping at appreciation. She... appreciated such a clean gaze.

The duke welcomed Xu Feng into the drawing room. Servants brought fragrant tea, fruits, and pastries that were incredibly delicious, almost rivaling the tribute items from the imperial palace.

"Your Grace, I heard your son, Master Lake, is unwell?"

Walter sighed. He only had this one son, yet due to food poisoning, he was completely paralyzed. The sorrow in his heart was truly indescribable.

"I am not particularly talented, but I know a little about medicine. If Your Grace does not mind, I am willing to examine your son."

This was, of course, why the duke had summoned Xu Feng, so he naturally did not refuse, his face full of gratitude: "Then I must trouble you. Please!"

Walter personally led the way, taking Xu Feng to the inner chamber. He had originally despaired of his son's illness. While in the capital to deliver his official report, he heard of Xu Feng's miraculous medical skills and thus ordered someone to bring Lake from Keyun Province to Althas.

Due to his immobility, Lake could only lie sick in bed. Xu Feng saw this duke's son. He was about twenty years old, handsome in appearance, yet his complexion was very poor. Thinking about it, it made sense—in the prime of youth, and as a duke's son, everything should have gone smoothly. Who would have thought he would encounter such a sudden disaster? Food poisoning. Poor Lake couldn't move anything but his head, not even his fingers.

Speaking of treating illness, regarding medicine, Xu Feng actually knew nothing at all. What he relied on was the supernatural ability he obtained during the crossing. After several months of exploration, although he still couldn't utilize the fused computer, he discovered that as long as he concentrated his mental power, he could scan the other person's physical condition and receive a treatment plan.

Glancing at Walter, this duke's expression was also somewhat tense now. Xu Feng smiled slightly, pretending to be very experienced, observing, listening, inquiring, and feeling the pulse, carefully examining Lake's condition. Secretly, however, he quietly concentrated his mental power.

Yet this process was not easy. One minute, two minutes... time quietly passed, but the ability still hadn't activated...

Damn, at this critical moment, there couldn't be any mistakes. Xu Feng was very anxious. The duke was even more restless, yet dared not disturb. In the quiet room, one could even hear people's heartbeats.

As the saying goes, effort does not betray the determined. Xu Feng continuously adjusted his mental power. Finally, a soft sound came to his mind: "Activating, disease search engine."

Then his eyes seemed to turn into a scanner, rapidly searching Lake's body information...

Whew, Xu Feng breathed a sigh of relief. At the critical moment, he didn't drop the ball. The superpower worked.

About ten minutes later.

"Your Grace, I need some silver needles."

Walter's face revealed pleasant surprise. So, Lake could be saved? He waved a hand, and a maid walked over holding a tray. The gauze was lifted, revealing silver needles. The other party was already prepared.

Xu Feng took a deep breath and inserted the silver needles into Lake's body. The supercomputer continued to function, information constantly being refreshed, teaching Xu Feng how to locate the acupuncture points and use acupuncture for treatment.

Compared to the last time he treated Princess Ailiya, Xu Feng was much more composed and steady. In about half an hour, he had completed the acupuncture treatment.

"Lake, try moving your fingers."

Since entering the room, this young duke had not spoken a word. It wasn't that he didn't understand etiquette, but... nothing grieves the heart more than its own despair.

Now, hearing Xu Feng's words, he slowly turned his head, his face full of bewilderment. Xu Feng sighed. This poor fellow, it seemed he had lost confidence in life.

"Believe me, you will get better. Try moving your fingers."

After all, as long as one is alive, there is always hope. Hearing Xu Feng's persuasion, perhaps infected by his confident expression, Lake finally decided to make an effort...

He gritted his teeth. The process was undoubtedly very arduous, but finally, there was an outcome that satisfied and delighted everyone. The movement was small, but everyone saw clearly—his finger bent slightly.

Incredible!

Before this, the duke had already consulted countless famous doctors and the best church priests, yet none had any effect. But Xu Feng, with just one acupuncture session—it was simply a miracle!

Lake's own expression was one of disbelief, followed by lingering joyful surprise. The duke even hugged his son. Lingyuesi also wiped away her tears. Wonderful, her brother finally had hope of recovery. She and Lake were full siblings from the same parents, and their bond had always been very good.

Xu Feng sighed. Family affection is always something moving. He quietly retreated, not disturbing this family's joy.

A long while later.

Xu Feng was sipping tea in the drawing room when Duke Walter walked out, tear stains still on his face. He bowed to Xu Feng: "Viscount, great kindness needs no thanks. You have cured Lake, which is akin to rebirth for our Walter family. In the future, whenever you need assistance, this old man will definitely do his utmost to help."

"Your Grace is too polite. It was merely a small effort."

Xu Feng quickly helped this imperial dignitary up, feeling extremely pleased in his heart. Curing Lake was a double gain for him. Firstly, it earned the Walter family's goodwill. Combined with his good relationship with Marquis Luoxiqi, Xu Feng could now truly say he had a firm foothold in the empire's circle of power. Secondly, since Lake was well, Liwa naturally had no share in the qualification as the duke's heir. Kicked out the door, without a prominent status, he was like a tiger with its claws and teeth pulled out. Hmph, the outcome for opposing me is miserable!

Next, the duke held a banquet to entertain Xu Feng. Host and guest enjoyed themselves thoroughly. Xu Feng reminded the duke that although he had used acupuncture to draw out the toxins in Lake's body, to recover his health, he would still need two to three months of rehabilitation treatment. During this period, light magic could be used as assistance. Duke Walter noted everything down.

Seeing that it was getting late, Xu Feng bid farewell. Walter personally saw him out of the mansion.