Taking advantage of Wen Yifan’s absence, Qin Yunan looked around the room.
He remembered that the last time he came, it had only been a simple wooden hut, nothing like a proper clinic. Yet in just a month, it had undergone such a huge transformation.
Looking at the neatly arranged rows of medicine cabinets, he couldn’t help but sigh in admiration.
“It really looks the part now.”
Just as he was thinking, Wen Yifan came out carrying a medical kit. She skillfully rolled up Qin Yunan’s pant leg and examined his wound.
“Mm, it’s healing well. Any problems walking?”
“No.”
Watching Wen Yifan crouched on the ground with a serious and focused expression, Qin Yunan felt a bit awkward.
He hadn’t come just for a follow-up.
Logically speaking, a gunshot wound shouldn’t heal this quickly. Coupled with Zhou Hua’s earlier description, he couldn’t help but wonder what kind of principle this so-called “ancestral secret formula” was based on. How could such a reclusive genius doctor exist in a small mountain village?
But he also knew that asking directly would only arouse suspicion, so it was better to probe gradually.
Thus, he casually asked, “Comrade Wen, I’m actually quite curious—since you have such medical skills, why don’t you work at a big hospital?”
Isn’t it obvious? It’s all thanks to the system!
In her previous life, let alone medical skills, she could barely even read. She had been completely muddle-headed, fooled around by both adults and kids alike—how could she have had such ability?
She let out a long sigh and said in a deliberately profound tone, “Ah, I was young and ignorant back then… got deceived by someone.”
Unaware of the truth, Qin Yunan assumed he had touched on a painful memory and quickly changed the subject. Pointing at the nutrient drink by the window, he asked, “What does that do? Give me a cup.”
At the mention of the nutrient drink, Wen Yifan perked up and eagerly introduced it.
“This is a nutrient drink I formulated myself. It can relieve fatigue and improve your constitution!”
Hearing her describe it so magically, Qin Yunan became interested.
Although it wasn’t wartime, the intensity of training for his team was no less than before. Long-term high-intensity training improved combat ability, but the resulting fatigue and strain were hard to relieve.
If this thing was really as effective as Wen Yifan claimed, then the problem of training fatigue could be solved.
After thinking for a moment, he asked, “How much? Let me try a cup.”
Wen Yifan was momentarily stunned, then held up three fingers in front of him and said cheerfully, “Three mao per cup, no bargaining!”
“Three mao?”
“Mm!”
She nodded.
“It’s a bit more expensive than plain tea, but compared to the drinks city folks like, it’s still very affordable. Besides, those aren’t good for your health—mine is!”
She spoke with great confidence, making Qin Yunan chuckle.
Seeing his amused expression, Wen Yifan frowned slightly. “What are you laughing at? I’m not making things up!”
“No, no!” Qin Yunan waved his hands quickly, smiling as he took out three mao and placed it on the table. “Give me a cup.”
“Coming right up!”
Wen Yifan moved quickly to prepare it.
“To prove that my nutrient drink uses pure, uncontaminated ingredients, Comrade Qin, watch closely!”
The powder had been ground in advance and packed into small bags, resembling the instant drink powders popular in the city. She scooped a spoonful into a cup, and the orange-yellow powder gave off a faint fragrance.
The water in the teapot had been diluted according to the system’s instructions, making the effect mild but long-lasting.
As water was poured in, the powder dissolved, filling the room with a pleasant aroma.
“Give it a try!”
Under Wen Yifan’s expectant gaze, Qin Yunan didn’t hesitate and drank it in one go.
The drink tasted slightly sour at first, then left a sweet aftertaste. It wasn’t bad at all, and he smacked his lips, still wanting more.
After waiting a few minutes, the expected effects didn’t appear. Catching a glimpse of Wen Yifan’s slightly disappointed and puzzled expression, Qin Yunan was about to say something to comfort her—
But the next moment, his body underwent an unexpected change.
A warm current surged up from his toes, like an electric flow rushing straight to his head.
At the same time, the fatigue that had built up in his body was completely swept away. He felt refreshed, and even the muscle soreness from training over the past few days was greatly relieved.
“Well? Feeling better?” Wen Yifan asked eagerly when she saw the change in his expression.
Qin Yunan set down the cup and stared at her. “Comrade Wen, did you develop this formula yourself?”
Wen Yifan scratched her head and gave an awkward laugh.
“I just improved a family secret recipe…”
Then she blinked at him. “Hey, Comrade Qin, if you think it works well, could you help me promote it? After all, you’re my first customer!”
This nutrient drink was special—no matter how much she talked, people might not believe it. But if she had a living endorsement, that would be different.
Especially given Qin Yunan’s identity.
“Of course, I won’t let you promote it for free. Take this bag of nutrient powder back with you. Mix it with herbal powder when preparing it. Just remember—one small cup is enough. Too much can be over-tonic!”
Hearing this, Qin Yunan looked troubled. “It’s not that I don’t want to help, but you know my position is special. It might not be convenient for me to promote it.”
He pushed the bag of powder back toward her.
“I can’t accept something for nothing.”
“That’s fine! Just take it as a gift! Come support my business more often in the future!”
Not wanting to make things difficult for him, Wen Yifan waved her hand and pushed the bag back again.
Then, afraid he would keep refusing, she pretended to be angry and widened her eyes. “If you keep refusing, I won’t sell to you anymore!”
Her reaction left Qin Yunan with no way to argue. After thanking her, he picked up the bag and left.
Before leaving, his gaze lingered briefly on the shelves filled with nutrient drink powders, then shifted back to Wen Yifan.
He had a feeling that one day, these things would bring him unexpected surprises.
Just like… Wen Yifan herself.
…
Hongyan Base.
“Old Qin, is this the so-called miraculous health tonic you mentioned?”
Zhou Hua looked at the orange-yellow liquid made from the powder, then raised his head skeptically to Qin Yunan.
“Is it really as amazing as you say?”
“Don’t believe me?”
Qin Yunan raised an eyebrow and, without another word, stuffed the cup into Zhou Hua’s hand.
“Try it and see.”
“Hey! I’m not drinking something from an unknown source!”
Facing the drink, Zhou Hua waved his hands repeatedly in refusal.
But he still wanted to see if it was as magical as Qin Yunan claimed. His eyes darted around, and an idea struck him.
He split the drink into several small cups and beckoned a few comrades over.
“Hey! Tired from training? Come have some water!”