#333 - Chapter 333 Passing

Cheng Feng had just settled Da Hei down in Hong Village and hadn't even had a moment to enjoy the peace when he received an urgent message from Jiang Feifei—the old shopkeeper of Yonghe Hall, Jiang Feifei's grandfather, had suddenly fallen ill. This news was like a bolt from the blue, instantly weighing down Cheng Feng's heart.

Yonghe Hall was a renowned pharmacy in the southern district of the county town, and the old shopkeeper was even more respected and loved by countless people for his exquisite medical skills and noble medical ethics.

As the old shopkeeper's granddaughter, Jiang Feifei had been learning medicine by her grandfather's side since she was a child and had a deep affection for him. Now that her grandfather was ill, she was naturally extremely anxious.

Cheng Feng knew that this matter was no small thing. He immediately put aside all his affairs and decided to go to Yonghe Hall to visit the old shopkeeper and provide help to the best of his ability.

He knew that in Jiang Feifei's heart, nothing was more important than her family's health.

When he arrived at Yonghe Hall, he saw that the pharmacy was bustling inside and out, but the atmosphere was unusually heavy. Cheng Feng quickly walked into the inner hall, where he saw Jiang Feifei guarding her grandfather's bedside, her expression anxious and worried.

The old shopkeeper lay on the bed, his face pale and his breath weak, but his eyes, which had weathered the storms of life, still revealed perseverance and unyielding spirit.

Cheng Feng stepped forward and gently patted Jiang Feifei's shoulder to comfort her: "Feifei, don't worry, we will definitely find a way to cure Master."

Jiang Feifei looked up and saw Cheng Feng, a hint of surprise and gratitude flashing in her eyes: "Cheng Feng, you're here! Grandpa, he...he suddenly became like this, I..."

Cheng Feng interrupted Jiang Feifei and signaled her to remain calm: "Feifei, now is not the time to blame yourself. Let's check Master's condition first, and then we'll think of a solution together."

With that, Cheng Feng sat down by the bed and began to carefully examine the old shopkeeper's condition. Relying on his grandmaster-level Ghost Doctor skill, diagnosing the old shopkeeper's illness was a piece of cake.

Upon touching the old shopkeeper's pulse, Cheng Feng's expression instantly turned solemn.

This pulse was neither wind-cold-dampness-heat nor internal injury or external affliction, but presented an irreversible weakness and decay.

Cheng Feng's heart sank. This could not be explained by a simple illness, but rather the flame of the old shopkeeper's life was about to be extinguished, and his time was up.

He slowly lowered his hand, looked at Jiang Feifei with deep eyes, and said in a low and heavy voice: "Feifei, Grandpa, he...is not sick, but..."

Seeing this, Jiang Feifei had a bad premonition in her heart, but she still held a glimmer of hope and asked in a trembling voice: "Cheng Feng, just tell me, I can bear it."

Cheng Feng took a deep breath and uttered a few difficult words: "His time is up."

These words were like a bolt from the blue, instantly turning Jiang Feifei's face pale.

Jiang Feifei herself was also a skilled doctor and had diagnosed the old shopkeeper's pulse, but she was just unwilling to accept this cruel reality.

However, Cheng Feng's eyes were full of sincerity and helplessness, forcing her to face this unchangeable reality.

In the following days, Cheng Feng and Jiang Feifei worked together to provide the old shopkeeper with the last care and companionship.

They knew that the old shopkeeper's time was running out, and every moment together seemed particularly precious.

Although the old shopkeeper was physically weak, he was exceptionally clear-headed. He obviously knew his own fate and looked at matters of life and death with extraordinary indifference.

He held Jiang Feifei's and Cheng Feng's hands and earnestly exhorted them: "In life, there will always be times of parting. You don't have to be too sad.

In my life, I have had you as descendants and disciples, and that is enough. Remember, no matter what the future holds, always maintain a kind and resilient heart to help those who need help."

The old shopkeeper's words were soft, but they struck Jiang Feifei's and Cheng Feng's hearts like a heavy hammer. They nodded with tears in their eyes, deeply engraving this entrustment in their hearts.

"Feifei, you go out first, I have something to say to Cheng Feng." Seeing that the old shopkeeper still wanted to explain something to Cheng Feng at the last moment of his life.

Jiang Feifei cried like a pear blossom in the rain, but she had no choice but to go out first.

Watching Jiang Feifei gently close the door, ensuring that the noise outside would not disturb them, the old shopkeeper slowly turned his head and used his hands, which were covered with traces of time but still warm and strong,

He tightly grasped Cheng Feng's hand. His eyes were full of trust and expectation, as if at this moment, he wanted to entrust all his hopes to this young junior.

"Cheng Feng," the old shopkeeper's voice was low and magnetic, with a hint of imperceptible trembling, "In my life, I have practiced medicine and saved countless people, seen too many partings of life and death, and tasted all the joys and sorrows of the world.

But what makes me most gratified is that I can have young people like you and Feifei who are willing to inherit my mantle and continue on this path of giving people hope."

The old shopkeeper paused, as if recalling the past bit by bit, and then continued: "I know that you are not from a medical family, but your talent and hard work have made me see the infinite possibilities in you.

I also know that you are relatively busy, and medicine is just one of your choices, not your only choice."

Speaking of this, a trace of imperceptible worry flashed in the old shopkeeper's eyes: "However, I also want to remind you that although medical skills can save people, people's hearts are more complicated, and you have to think more and be more considerate."

"Also, Cheng Feng," a hint of worry flashed in the old shopkeeper's eyes, and his voice became more gentle and earnest, "This child Feifei is smart and kind, but sometimes her temper is as stubborn as an ox.

She grew up by my side since she was a child and received a lot of love, which may have also cultivated some willful habits. Although I feel sorry for her, I also know that this kind of personality is easy to suffer losses outside."

Speaking of this, a deep love flowed in the old shopkeeper's eyes. He sighed softly and continued: "I'm just afraid that if, if one day I'm gone, she won't be able to bear those storms alone.

I hope that you can take care of her as much as possible within your ability. You don't have to follow her in everything, but it's enough to give her some guidance and support when she is confused or encounters difficulties."

Hearing this, a warm current surged in Cheng Feng's heart. He subconsciously looked towards Jiang Feifei's direction outside the door, imagining the lively but somewhat stubborn cold and aloof girl in his heart, and couldn't help but feel a sense of protectiveness.

He solemnly nodded and promised the old shopkeeper: "Old shopkeeper, don't worry. Feifei is like my sister, I will always care for her and take care of her. No matter what difficulties we encounter in the future, I will face them with her and will not let her be alone and helpless."

The old shopkeeper showed a gratified smile on his face when he heard Cheng Feng's promise. He seemed to have unloaded a big stone from his heart, and his whole person looked much more relaxed. He patted Cheng Feng on the shoulder and said with emotion: "With your words, I can rest assured. I believe that you two will support each other and go through the storms of the future together."

After saying this, the old shopkeeper seemed a little tired. He slowly closed his eyes and began to enjoy this rare moment of tranquility. Cheng Feng sat quietly by his side.

In the end, the old shopkeeper left this world in peace and tranquility.