r18novel Chapter 86 The banquet begins, and we chat about our original aspirations.
Chapter 86 The banquet begins, and we chat about our original aspirations.
Chapter 86 The banquet begins, and we chat about our original aspirations.
I. Distinguished guests gather for a grand banquet
As the auspicious time approached, all the invited guests set off on time and arrived at the quiet and elegant private wine house in the provincial capital one after another.
Zhou Deshan and Xu Jingming were waiting in front of the restaurant early in the morning, their posture upright and their attitude humble, quietly waiting for everyone to arrive.
Upon seeing the arrival of the guests, the two immediately stepped forward, bowed respectfully, and personally greeted them, showing impeccable manners as they led them into the hall.
Chen Shanhe stood tall and composed, exuding a calm and collected demeanor. He gently took Su Wanjing's hand and walked slowly into the banquet hall side by side.
His expression was calm and gentle, his eyes serene and composed, without a trace of restlessness or arrogance.
Su Wanjing, with her gentle and kind eyes, quietly stayed by his side, her demeanor dignified and graceful.
Murong Fangxiang walked gracefully and quietly into the room, exuding an elegant and refined air.
Provincial government officials also arrived on time, shedding their usual imposing demeanor and becoming approachable and friendly, with humble and gentle manners, showing no airs whatsoever.
The group entered the exquisite banquet room one by one, and took their seats in an orderly manner according to seniority and the proper etiquette between master and disciple.
At the banquet, people of all social standing and medical reputations were treated equally. Everyone was relaxed and comfortable, with constant laughter and chatter, and there was not a trace of awkwardness or restraint.
Once all the invitees had arrived and were seated comfortably, and the auspicious time had arrived as scheduled, the banquet to express gratitude officially began.
The kitchen staff prepared a variety of cold and hot dishes, which were served one after another. The mellow and fragrant wine was slowly poured into everyone's glass. The entire private room was filled with the warmth of cooking.
The subtle aroma of wine wafted freely, and exquisite dishes were laid out on the table. The atmosphere in the hall was relaxed and harmonious, with no barriers or distance between people.
No one deliberately adhered to worldly and tedious etiquette, nor did anyone maintain their usual airs of status; everyone chatted casually and relaxedly, reminiscing about the past.
They set aside the flattery and formalities of officialdom, and shed the usual reserve and awkwardness of doctors, speaking to each other with kindness and gentleness, and getting along naturally and easily.
A sumptuous feast prepared with heartfelt sincerity brought together those who were destined to meet. Their sincere feelings were transformed into the light wine in their glasses, quietly recounting the heartwarming stories and tender emotions they had shared along the way.
Poems as proof:
Distinguished guests gathered for the grand banquet.
The auspicious time for the banquet has begun, and everyone is enjoying themselves.
A bowl full of delicious food and warm hospitality.
A harmonious atmosphere gathers together the dust of the world.
II. After a few rounds of drinks, we chatted idly.
The banquet proceeded slowly in a harmonious and warm atmosphere, with everyone toasting each other and laughing.
After several rounds of toasts and drinks, and after several dishes, the food on the table was still steaming hot.
The initial awkward and formal atmosphere gradually dissipated, and the overall atmosphere became more relaxed and gentle.
The hall was lively yet not noisy, warm yet not dull, filled with a relaxed and peaceful atmosphere.
Everyone let go of their usual tension and completely shed their airs of status.
High-ranking officials abandoned their solemnity and dignity, and doctors shed their aloofness and reserve in practicing medicine; they all relaxed.
Everyone sat around a table, chatting casually and freely, speaking in simple and everyday language.
There was no hypocritical flattery or social niceties typical of officialdom, no deliberate polite small talk in personal relationships; every word was sincere and unpretentious.
The group chatted casually about the streets and alleys of the provincial capital, the local customs and traditions, and the everyday life of the people.
They then slowly began to recount their personal experiences as doctors, including the hardships and discoveries they encountered along the way.
The story recounts the joys and sorrows of saving lives through medical consultations, and recounts the genuine feelings and emotions experienced when treating various patients.
Every word was a genuine expression of their feelings. As they chatted, their hearts gradually drew closer, the distance between them quietly closed, and the atmosphere became exceptionally harmonious and peaceful.
A high-ranking provincial official picked up his tea and sipped it slowly. Moved by the scene, he spoke with a heartfelt sigh.
He bluntly stated that in the mundane world, quack doctors who are ignorant and incompetent are everywhere, taking advantage of the chaos to pursue fame and fortune.
Truly compassionate and benevolent doctors who are dedicated to treating and saving lives are the rarest and most precious people in the world.
Murong Fangxiang spoke softly and slowly, calmly recounting Chen Shanhe's perseverance and original aspirations throughout his journey.
He recounted in detail how he came from the countryside, enduring hardships and trials, yet never wavered in his commitment to medicine.
He has always adhered to the principle of benevolence and helping the world, never seeking fame or fortune or violating medical ethics, and his original aspiration has never wavered.
Poems as proof:
After a few rounds of drinks, we chatted idly.
Human relationships and worldly wisdom enter the mortal world.
Over a cup of wine, we reminisce about our lives.
Savoring time slowly brings a sense of tranquility.
III. Gentle Companionship Reveals True Feelings
Su Wanjing, with her gentle demeanor, sat quietly beside Chen Shanhe. She was usually mild-mannered, and at this moment she simply listened quietly to everyone's chatter with a smile, without saying much.
Her features were gentle and kind, and her expression was calm and serene. She sat peacefully in her seat, her gaze always gently falling on Chen Shanhe beside her, her eyes full of reassurance and trust.
While everyone was chatting and laughing, she would occasionally speak softly, uttering a few gentle and tender words, her words delicate and heartwarming, each one sincere and touching.
She never tried to outdo others in conversation, nor did she deliberately interrupt or show off. She simply stayed quietly by his side, her gentle and warm demeanor making the atmosphere of the entire banquet even more harmonious and peaceful.
A group of people chatted casually, slowly recounting the local customs and culture of the provincial capital, and gradually discussing the fundamental principles of practicing medicine and helping the world, tracing back together the original intention of doctors to save lives and do good.
Everyone present was closely connected with the medical profession. Each person freely expressed their opinions, slowly recounting their initial aspirations to heal the sick and save lives when they first embarked on their medical journey, as well as the medical oath they had once made.
The passage of time has smoothed out the rough edges of youthful arrogance, and the vicissitudes of life have faded away the naivety and recklessness of the past, but they can never erase the original kindness and benevolence in one's heart.
And that deep-rooted belief in saving lives and healing the wounded—the most precious duty of a doctor is to always uphold one's original aspirations after experiencing the ups and downs of life.
The provincial government officials sat at the table, listening to everyone's words and nodding repeatedly. They were deeply moved and couldn't help but sigh with heartfelt emotion.
Good doctors are rare in this world, and a doctor's pure heart is even harder to uphold.
Most people are deeply entangled in the vanity of the world, pursuing fame and fortune and coveting wealth. As they go along, they gradually lose their original pure intention to help and save people.
Many doctors are blinded by fame and fortune, betraying their original medical ethics. It is extremely rare in this world to be able to uphold the benevolence of a doctor, adhere to the bottom line of medical ethics, and not be easily tempted by fleeting fame and fortune.
These heartfelt words, spoken slowly and sincerely, struck a chord deep within everyone present, resonating profoundly with their emotions and leaving them deeply moved.
Poems as proof:
Gentle companionship reveals true feelings.
Gentle words and soft phrases warm the hem of your clothes.
Practicing medicine without forgetting one's original aspirations
A lifetime of kindness is worth a fortune
IV. Bowing and offering a toast to express gratitude to the teacher.
Zhou Deshan and Xu Jingming sat upright throughout the meal, their expressions respectful and humble, not daring to be negligent in the slightest.
Every move he made adhered to the etiquette of a junior, and every word and action showed the humility of a disciple.
The two men raised their glasses filled with fine wine, slowly rose together, and walked to Chen Shanhe's side.
He bowed slightly, his expression solemn and sincere, his eyes filled with deep gratitude.
Zhou Deshan raised his hand and took a sip of his glass, speaking slowly and earnestly in front of everyone.
Thank you, Master, for setting aside your past prejudices and for disregarding our shallow contempt and arrogance.
Breaking with worldly rules about age and seniority, they were willing to accept us two as disciples and spread their teachings.
Give us a chance to start from scratch, to learn the craft diligently, to make up for the mistakes we made in our medical practice, and to awaken to the truth.
Xu Jingming raised his glass and bowed, his words coming from the bottom of his heart, every word a true reflection of his innermost thoughts.
He spent half his life practicing medicine, remaining stuck in his ways and living a muddled life, nearly misleading countless patients and taking the wrong path in medicine.
From now on, I will definitely follow my master's teachings, calm down and start learning from scratch, and completely abandon old ways of thinking.
I will devote myself to thoroughly understanding the fundamental principles of traditional Chinese medicine and delve into the integration of military strategy with medical principles. I will never fail my teacher's kindness in this lifetime.
After they finished speaking, they both raised their glasses and drank them down in one gulp. As the wine went down their throats, their gratitude remained deep in their hearts.
Every word is simple and unadorned, without a trace of falsehood or pretense; it is all sincere and genuine emotion born from a profound awakening.
Poems as proof:
He bowed and offered a toast to express his gratitude to his teacher.
Every word is heartfelt and sincere.
Let go of the past and embrace the new.
He devoted himself to cultivating the Tao and comprehending the soul of medicine.