Chapter 173 - Chapter 173: Chapter 173: Exceptionally Pitiful (1/2)
Chapter 173: Chapter 173: Exceptionally Pitiful
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Since the Host had admirable medical skills, Han Yu naturally sought them eagerly, and how could he be unwilling? He hastened to say, “Please, Little Monk, lead the way.”
It was also good luck for Han Yu and Su Wenyue that not all little monks are the same. The one leading them had grown up by the side of the Host from a young age, and his status was different from the other little monks in the temple. It was he who suggested inviting the Host to treat Su Wenyue. Otherwise, the other little monks might not know to do so, and even if they did, they might not dare to make the suggestion. Even in a temple where the Buddha teaches the equality of all beings, not everyone is treated as equal.
The Host had always kept the little monk by his side because he saw that the boy was kind-hearted, with a clear and pure mind. It was not surprising to him to see the little monk bringing visitors his way.
“Master, this woman benefactor is not feeling well. There are no other doctors on the mountain, please take a look at her.”
“Benefactor, please come in with the woman benefactor,” said the Host, who looked very ordinary, just like a common old monk. However, there was something different about his aura, compassionate and wise, and he possibly carried something called Buddha-nature.
The Host took Su Wenyue’s pulse and said, “Rest assured, benefactor, your wife has simply overexerted herself. She is carrying a child and cannot endure too much hardship, but there is no serious problem. A good rest is all that is needed. A pregnant person should especially avoid overthinking. Benefactor, you should relax and not dwell on past matters. Bygones are bygones; cherish the hard-won opportunities you have.”
When Su Wenyue heard the last few sentences from the Host, she felt a bit startled and unsure. His words seemed laden with deep meaning. Could it be that he had seen through her past, or was she overthinking it?
“Thank you, Host, for attending to my wife,” Han Yu did not think too much about it, feeling relieved to know that Su Wenyue was not physically ill. He expressed his gratitude to the Host and left with Su Wenyue.
Before they left, the Host gifted Su Wenyue a string of Buddhist beads: “Benefactor, you are someone with profound blessings, protected by the heavens, and have been granted the chance to start anew. If that’s so, why not let go of everything and live well? Dwelling on the past is a disservice to the heavens’ kindness. These beads were given to me by my master, they can bring good luck and stabilize the mind. Now, I’m passing them on to someone with whom I have a karmic connection, hoping they will aid you.”
“Thank you for your gift, Host. I have taken your words to heart,” replied Su Wenyue as she respectfully accepted the beads and put them on her wrist. Whether it was the mind’s influence or their true effect, she felt an immediate sense of ease and tranquility upon wearing them.
Observing the exchange between the Host and his wife, Han Yu’s eyes reflected his racing thoughts. He did not interject or question further. As long as it wasn’t harmful to his wife, he wouldn’t object. The old monk’s words were clearly an admonition for his wife, and it seemed that she was taking them to heart. Although he had spoken earnestly with his wife before, and it certainly had an effect, Han Yu knew there must be something in her heart he did not know. It looked like the old monk’s words had reached her.
Han Yu thanked the Host once more, his expression even more sincere than before. The Host glanced at Han Yu and said, “You’re also someone with great fortune; in the future, you will be extremely accomplished.”