Later, Aurora led Qiaolin to examine the condition of the other wounded.
Aside from several individuals with penetrating injuries who required magic for treatment, Qiaolin stated that the other types of injuries did not necessitate spells.
They could be cured with a combination of certain medicines.
However, the number of injured was vast.
If they all used recovery potions, it would inevitably be a significant expense.
Most of these injured people were civilians of Lin City, working as craftsmen and hunters, and they could not afford such a cost.
“There is no need for the recovery potions circulating on the market. Those are specialty medicines intended for adventurers or the military. I will give you a prescription to follow. It will be more than enough to heal general bruises, lacerations, and similar injuries.”
After speaking, Qiaolin reached out.
Aurora understood his intent and handed him a pen and paper.
Before long, he had written out the prescription.
Aurora carefully examined the contents.
They were all names of plants she recognized.
They were very inexpensive; most varieties were even common weeds found by the roadside.
Furthermore, the combination method and proportions were something she had never seen before.
It was then she realized that this was a new type of medicine unheard of on the market.
Qiaolin seemed to read Aurora’s mind and said, “This kind of medicine was already popularized among the Human Race twenty years ago. The market price is only about three copper coins.”
“Is it really that cheap?”
As soon as these words were spoken, not only Aurora, but everyone present showed expressions of surprise.
“It seems our development here is much slower than in the Human Kingdom,” Aurora said with a bitter smile as she looked at the prescription in her hand.
Communication regarding both economy and knowledge between the Demon Race and the Human Race was far too closed off.
While this greatly reduced conflicts between the two races, social progress had also slowed significantly.
Over the years, Qiaolin had wondered whether he should go and live among the Demon Race for a while.
However, he had slaughtered too many innocent demons in his early years, and he ultimately felt a bit uneasy in his heart…
“Mr. Qiaolin must have traveled through the Human Kingdom for a long time. Most of the people here are descendants of those exiled from eastern human nations for various crimes many years ago, including some escaped slaves. We really don’t have many skilled craftsmen.”
Aurora continued, “The knowledge you have given us has truly been a huge help.”
Qiaolin waved his hand as if he were accustomed to such praise, then turned around to check on the other patients.
“Prepare the medicine as quickly as possible and distribute it to the wounded. You and I must focus our magic on the personnel with more serious injuries.”
“Yes!”
This Healing Mage from the Demon King’s Castle did not use a single healing spell.
Even when treating patients with severe penetrating wounds, he simply stood by and guided Aurora in using combinations of healing magic with different attributes.
Although the mental strain was greater than before, the results were surprisingly good.
The speed at which the wounds closed was visible to the naked eye; this was something only Holy Magic could achieve!
Everyone felt that Qiaolin’s knowledge was extremely profound.
Even if he hadn’t demonstrated his own magic, it would surely be even more powerful than Aurora’s.
***
Lunchtime.
Qiaolin ate his lunch directly at the Church.
Because he came from the Demon King’s Castle, his meal was slightly more sumptuous compared to the others.
Just as he found a quiet corner and sat down, a red-haired girl carrying a tray sat opposite him.
Along with her was the Vampire youth.
“Mr. Qiaolin, I would like to learn more about medical knowledge.”
Qiaolin shook his head.
“Eh? Is… is that a no?”
Seeing Qiaolin seemingly refusing, a look of disappointment appeared in Aurora’s eyes.
It made sense.
That single prescription alone was worth ten thousand gold pieces.
The fact that he could share it with her without reservation was already generous enough.
Knowledge itself was, after all, a very precious wealth.
“It should be break time now, Ms. Aurora.”
“Ah? Um… yes.”
“Then have a good rest. Eat when it’s time to eat, and let your mind relax. Healing magic is the most taxing on one’s mental energy; I believe you know this well.”
Qiaolin smiled and said, “Don’t talk about work during break time, haha.”
After saying that, Qiaolin buried his head in his food.
He finished quickly and left.
Under Aurora’s gaze, he lay down on a bench in the cathedral and took a peaceful nap.
“He’s such a weirdo. He definitely has skills, though I don’t know what his magic is like.”
Lockes glanced at him from the corner of his eye and whispered to Aurora, “I didn’t see him use a single spell the entire morning. You were the one doing all the work. Someone who didn’t know better would think he’s the boss…”
“If Mr. Qiaolin had truly used magic to heal them effortlessly, it wouldn’t be as good as him teaching us more medical knowledge. No matter how strong the magic is, it can’t solve things once and for all. Healing Mages are pitifully few, and people can’t afford those expensive recovery potions anyway. If the prescription he gave us can truly heal the injured, then we won’t have to worry about similar situations in the future.”
Aurora’s vision was far-reaching. Not everyone could use magic, and humans did not have a constitution as powerful as the Demon Race.
They needed knowledge and power beyond magic to protect and treat themselves; this was also the future development of this city.
Following Qiaolin’s suggestion, all the bandages were thoroughly disinfected.
The Physicians also produced the medicine according to the prescription he provided.
It could be used both topically and orally, which was very convenient.
After distributing the medicine and explaining the usage and dosage, Aurora dismissed all the injured to their homes, except for those few patients with an allergy who still needed observation.
The monastery, which had previously seemed crowded, suddenly became much more spacious.
“Praise be to Odin. Thank you for treating these injured people.”
An elderly man wearing a monk’s robe performed a religious salute to the young girl.
“It is my duty, Father. I must trouble the monastery to look after the others.”
“Of course. I have already requested aid from the Holy City. In about two Divine Days, high-ranking monks will arrive to assist.”
“Two weeks?”
Lockes’ expression shifted slightly.
He had never believed in the Church’s assistance.
By the time those mages capable of using Holy Magic arrived, the wounds would have already healed!
“Thank you, Church,” Aurora thanked him plainly. Her reaction was the same as Lockes’.
She was already grateful enough that the monastery could provide the venue.
The afternoon work hours flew by.
Qiaolin stretched and yawned, looking somewhat tired.
Lockes, standing nearby, rolled his eyes.
For some reason, every time he saw Qiaolin giving orders in front of Aurora, Lockes felt quite disgruntled.
“Couldn’t he just show off his own strength?”
Regarding those who were poisoned, it was something that could be handled by using a high-level healing spell, yet he insisted on keeping them for observation.
The monastery would have to ask the City-state Supervisor for money!
“Thank you for your hard work today, Mr. Qiaolin,” Aurora said to him with a smile.
Hearing this, Lockes couldn’t help but complain in his heart.
‘Where exactly was the hard work?’
“It wasn’t hard at all. I was just moving my lips.”
“That is likely because the injured here have not reached a level that requires you to use your magic. You truly are Lord Demon King’s Healing Mage.”
If it were anyone else, they might have thought Aurora’s praise was sarcastic, but Qiaolin’s perception of emotions was quite delicate.
He could see that she was being sincere.
In this world where magic was supreme, to have someone who could look past the lens of common sense was truly rare.
Qiaolin felt that this girl named Aurora was quite mature in her thinking.
“Heh heh heh. Then let us part ways here for now.”
“Wait, Mr. Qiaolin, may I treat you to a meal?”
“My apologies, I already have an appointment.”
Faced with Aurora’s invitation, Qiaolin declined without a second thought, making Lockes frown.
That rejection was too decisive. Even if he had an appointment, he should at least act a little hesitant.
“In Lockes’ eyes, Qiaolin hadn’t put in any effort at all during today’s work!”
“Is that so? My apologies…”
Aurora lowered her eyes.
She wanted to communicate more with Qiaolin.
“If he could stay in Lin City…”
Suddenly, the girl’s eyes lit up.
“Right, Mr. Qiaolin, would you like to stay in Lin City for the time being? The distance between the Demon King’s Castle and here is quite far. It would be too much trouble to travel back and forth every day. Before the work is finished, please stay for a while. As for the residence, the City-state Supervisor can cover everything for you!”
“Oh?”
Upon hearing the word “residence,” Qiaolin instantly became interested.
The room Gabriela had arranged for him was directly in the palace.
Although the rooms there were spacious enough, he wasn’t used to living in the Demon King’s Castle at all.
He hadn’t slept well the entire night.
“If that is the case, then I will trouble you, Ms. Aurora.”
“You agree? That’s wonderful! I’ll go prepare it immediately. You can go pack your things now. Do you need me to send someone to help you move?”
“I can do it myself.”
Qiaolin smiled and waved at the two of them.
“Then, see you later.”
“Whoosh!”
In an instant, before even Lockes could react, Qiaolin’s figure vanished from the spot.
“What… what just happened?”