In Deanna's study, there was an ancient medical book about health-preserving diets.
Last night, she stayed up until the early hours reading that book.
Since she promised to thank Lance, she naturally had to take action.
Health-preserving diets could help him regulate his vitality, which would greatly benefit his body.
Old Hughes became somewhat excited upon hearing this.
The medicines she formulated were definitely made from very special combinations of ingredients.
If he could learn a bit, that would be something.
He immediately patted his chest and said, "Anna, what herbs do you need? I'll have Ava get them right away!"
Deanna nodded, but there were too many herbs for her to list.
"I'll write you a list."
She said to Old Hughes with a bright smile.
Old Hughes was proactive and went to get her paper and pen: "Wait for me a moment."
Her elegant handwriting turned into a list on the paper.
To prevent Old Hughes from asking too many questions, she only wrote down the herbs she needed.
If she gave him the entire prescription, she might not be able to leave today.
Old Hughes took the list and looked at it.
There were many rare herbs on it, many of which he had never seen before.
He naturally seized the opportunity to ask while she was there, "Anna, what is this herb?"
Old Hughes pointed to one of the herbs on the list and stroked his beard.
Deanna was contemplating her prescription and glanced over, honestly answering, "This is Semi-Snow Lotus. It's made by soaking ordinary Snow Lotus in ginseng water. Then, it's left in the sunlight for ten days until the Snow Lotus turns yellow, and it becomes Semi-Snow Lotus."
Old Hughes pondered for a moment, not quite understanding, "Why soak it in ginseng water?"
Ginseng and Snow Lotus have mutually antagonistic properties.
Snow Lotus soaked in ginseng water not only can't cure illnesses but also becomes poisonous.
She sighed and explained to Old Hughes, "Snow Lotus becomes highly toxic when it encounters ginseng. However, prolonged exposure to sunlight can neutralize its toxicity. This Semi-Snow Lotus combines the cool nature of Snow Lotus with the medicinal properties of ginseng, making it a great tonic for those in bad health."
Old Hughes suddenly realized and nodded.
Shortly after, he asked again, "I recognize these three herbs. But using them together in a medicinal diet like this, it's the first time I've seen it. Was this also taught to you by your master?"
She braced herself and bit her lip, admitting, "Yes."
Old Hughes couldn't contain his joy, his eyes gleaming, "Would you mind telling me the specific functions of these three herbs? What are their uses in repairing Lance's body?"
Feeling somewhat helpless, seeing his expression and considering his seniority, she couldn't refuse.
She had to tell him, "They can stabilize his foundational health and repair his damaged tendons and veins. However, these herbs are only part of the prescription. To be effective, they need to be combined with a rare herb called 'Nine Star Leaf.'"
Old Hughes was instantly shocked.
Naturally, he had heard of this herb. It was incredibly rare!
He immediately inquired, "Anna, do you have it?"
Before she could answer, he followed up, "Could you sell it to me?"
With her ancient medical art, cultivating such herbs was not unheard of.
Deanna felt somewhat embarrassed. Since Old Hughes said so, it wasn't easy to refuse.
"I have it, but not much. However, if Old Hughes really likes it, I can spare two plants for you next time."
She felt somewhat distressed. It took her many years to cultivate just over a dozen Nine Star Leaf plants. Treating Lance would consume a significant portion of her stock. Now she had to give two plants to Old Hughes as well.
She couldn't show it on her face and just laughed awkwardly a few times.
Old Hughes was extremely excited, holding her hand tightly, tears even welling up in his eyes.
Meeting her was truly a stroke of luck for him!
"Don't worry, Anna, I know this herb is valuable. I won't take it for free! Whatever the price, I won't pay any less!"
Deanna named her price, and the deal was struck.
Old Hughes immediately promised, "Anna, in the future, when you come to me for herbs, I'll give them to you at half price!"
His generosity surprised her, "Old Hughes, isn't that too much?"
After all, the quality of the herbs here was excellent. Selling them to her at a low price, if he offered half off, wouldn't she be taking advantage of him?
Old Hughes smiled, waved his hand, not minding at all, "What's the harm in that? As long as you're willing to show me some corners of your prescriptions and herbs, it's enough!"
The value of ancient medical art far exceeded the value of the herbs he had on hand.
Old Hughes instructed Ava to gather the herbs according to Deanna's prescription.
When he handed the herbs to Deanna, he still wore a sunny smile, very enthusiastic, which made her somewhat embarrassed.
"Thank you very much, Old Hughes. I'll take my leave now. See you next time!"
She took the herbs and left in a hurry.
After running a distance, she breathed a sigh of relief and slowed down her pace.
Old Hughes's enthusiasm was truly overwhelming.
When she got home, she carefully divided the herbs.
Taking out her phone, she called Lance, "Mr. Mercer, are you at home? I've prepared some medicine here and plan to bring it over to you."
Lance replied, "I'm not at home, but you can come anytime. The butler will let you in."
"Okay."
Deanna agreed.