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Minotaur-bile Clear Heart Pill.
How is it? Impressive, right?
Impressive my foot.
Demian remained silent, contemplating to himself.
Is he out of his mind?
The Minotaur-bile Clear Heart Pill, he wasnt entirely sure what it was. It might be so remarkable and potent dicine, but at the sa ti, a thought crossed his mind.
So, you plan to create dicine from the gallstone of a Minotaur and have people consu it?
Yes.
The Crown Prince seed confident, nodding affirmatively. Demian questioned him further.
Do you believe people will actually take this?
Absolutely.
Raciels confident deanor was contagious.
They will consu it without a doubt.
Why do you think so?
Because they will perceive it as a rare item.
Peoples psychology works that way.
That was indeed true. How many similar examples had he witnessed in Korea? Silkworm pupae were believed to be good for health. Deer antler extract was considered exceptional. Consuming certain items was thought to lower blood pressure. The list was endless.
Even today, nurous unknown dicinal herbs, and even things not officially recognized as dicinal herbs, were being mass-sold rely based on rumors of their health benefits. This phenonon existed in South Korea.
In reality, this psychological response was quite similar no matter where you went in the world. Peoples psychology remained largely consistent. This place wouldnt be an exception.
Furthermore, the foundation of the Minotaur-bile Clear Heart Pill, the Clear Heart Pill, is a dicine with proven effects.
The effects are proven, you say?
Yes.
Raciel nodded.
What he said was accurate.
Anyone in Korea would have heard of the Clear Heart Pill at least once. It was a dicinal pill that many people referred to as the Pill. Actually, Pill was the na used in China, while in Korea, it was formally known as the Clear Heart Pill.
Thats the na we strictly use in the Precious Mirror of Eastern dicine.
Nevertheless, the Clear Heart Pill served as an excellent ergency dicine for treating and controlling initial symptoms of brain disorders, heart diseases with palpitations, high blood pressure, acute and chronic gout, ntal anxiety, neurotic diseases, and autonomic imbalances.
It exhibits a potent tranquilizing effect similar to benzodiazepine drugs.
In the modern era, it was often dismissed as outdated, but in the past? It was one of the hottest and most sought-after items by Qing Dynasty officials in China. Thats because the efficacy of the Korean Clear Heart Pill was widely recognized.
Among them, the core dicinal ingredient, ox gallstone, especially those from Jeju Island, had fantastic effects. In actual experints, administering ox gallstone to laboratory mice for 4-8 days proved to prevent seizures and induce a sedative effect. It was also proven to lower blood pressure when administered to hypertensive rats.
Additionally, taurine contained in ox gallstone also exhibited a blood pressure lowering effect. It even showed excellent results in protecting and improving liver function.
Anyway, were going to use Minotaur gallstones, which are even more potent than ox gallstones. That should ensure both efficacy and symbolism.
Symbolism?
I an, it will be comrcially viable.
That might indeed be the case.
How about a catchy slogan like, Experience the mighty force of the Minotaur for yourself!?
Either way, it will sell. Hmm, hmm.
Your Highness the Crown Prince.
Yes?
Ive never heard of the Clear Heart Pill or its effects.
Is that so?
Yes.
Demian nodded.
Its my first ti hearing about it, so its puzzling.
Whats puzzling about it?
If its such a fantastic dicine with proven effects, shouldnt it be well-known?
Do you find it strange that youve never heard of it?
Yes.
Its simple.
Raciel grinned. He spun a blatant lie, his face a perfect poker face, and delivered a point-blank statent.
It was a renowned dicine in an ancient kingdom that fell long ago.
An ancient kingdom that fell?
Yes.
What kingdom was it?
It existed. It was called Joseon.
Ive never heard of it.
Exactly. I first heard about it in a dream.
Did you know? I acquired all my knowledge of acupuncture and herbal dicine through dreams.
I rember you ntioning that to Sir Gardin.
You didnt actually believe I ant it literally, did you?
To be honest, I did.
Well, its the truth, whether you believe it or not.
If it werent true, would I be able to practice dicine Ive never formally learned and treat people successfully?
Demian raised an eyebrow, looking a bit skeptical.
It sounds highly improbable.
Hearing this claim multiple tis felt peculiar. No matter how he looked at it, it seed far-fetched.
Maybe Sir. Gardin bought into these words, being so naive and devoted to the Crown Prince.
Still, Demian wasnt entirely convinced. He noticed several inconsistencies, but he didnt want to make it an issue.
As long as he doesnt harm anyone, its none of my concern.
He wasnt interested in where the Crown Prince gained such dical knowledge and skills. As long as he received his salary regularly, that was all that mattered to Demian. He decided not to fuss about it any further.
Nevertheless, he does seem a bit eccentric.
Suppressing a wry smile, Demian couldnt help but make a remark.
Hmm. So, youve been treating people confidently without a dical license?
Why is that?
Do I really need a license?
Is it necessary?
Yes, of course.
As far as I know, theres a dical licensing exam. I assu Sir Gardin would have passed it too.
Didnt you know?
Yes.
Could this cause problems later?
Well, for now
Even Raciel fell silent. A dical licensing exam he had no knowledge of it. It wasnt ntioned in the details about society in the novel.
Tsk. This might cause problems in the future.
The thought of preparing for potential situations crossed his mind. For now, they brushed aside matters concerning the dical clinic as if they were re childish gas of the Crown Prince. However, if soone in a political position stumbled upon this issue
It would surely beco a headache.
So, he decided to prepare gradually. Raciel raised his head, devising a plan.
Well, regardless, there are more pressing matters at hand.
The priority was to resolve the funding issue. They needed to produce a sample of the Minotaurus Clear Heart Pill first. Thus
Should we acquire Minotaurus gallstones first?
Shall we send soone to the Imperial dicinal Market?
No.
Raciel shook his head.
When we last stocked up on dicinal herbs, there were no Minotaurus gallstones available. Even cow gallstones were missing. Perhaps they dont use cow gallstones as dicine here.
Then how
Well need to buy a live Minotaurus.
Im going to Cremo City. Its said to be the center of northeastern logistics in the Empire, and one of the top monster auction houses is there.
Youre going alone?
Of course. I must assess the condition of the Minotaurus and the gallstones personally.
It was only natural. The ingredients for the product that would sustain the dical clinic were at stake. Not checking them personally would be absurd. Raciel smiled faintly and said,
So, lets start packing.
Lets go.
Is this person sowhat insane?
Demian, the true protagonist of the novel Devil Sword Emperor, was unaware of his real identity. He was beginning to seriously worry about the ntal health of his master, the Crown Prince.
The preparations for departure were swiftly done. In fact, there wasnt much to prepare. The luggage was quickly loaded into the Crown Princes long-distance travel carriage, the Grand Tourer.
The entourage was also simple. Demian, the entire special duty squad, 20 palace knights, and Anise. That was all. Raciel didnt want more people. The more people, the more luggage, and consequently, the slower the journey.
Of course. We need to save ti. Ti is more valuable to than gold.
His life here was still on a deadline. Living day by day, extending his life little by little with daily bonus lifespan, was no different from a hardworking life.
So, he didnt want to waste ti on traveling. He wanted to save every possible day. Thanks to that, the departure preparation was completed in half a day. Of course, there was soone who fiercely opposed this sudden departure and personnel arrangent.
Zeunhaaa-!
.Youre not surprised anymore?
No, Im used to it now.
Didnt you lose your hearing?
Fortunately, no. Maybe my ears are bleeding inside?
.Our Gardin has beco quite the joker. I guess you think weve beco good friends?
Ah, I apologize.
Sorry, my ass. Anyway, whats up? Why did you co so urgently?
Well, thats.
Thats?
Why are you trying to leave behind, Your Highness!
.So thats why?
Yes, Your Highness.
So, you dont want to be apart from ?
Yes, Your Highness.
Ew, gross.
Whats the reason?
Because I am Your Highnesss personal physician!
Upon asking, Gardin responded imdiately, an air of severity cloaking his middle-aged, flower-like face.
It is my most important duty to watch over Your Highnesss health and always stay by Your Highnesss side!
Ah, is that so?
Yes, Your Highness!
Hmm, but heres the thing. If even you, my dear Gardin, follow to Cremo, who will look after the patients admitted to our clinic here?
.Pardon?
Who will take care of them?
Well, the werewolf nurses will
But we should still have at least one trustworthy doctor around, shouldnt we?
I, Your Highness?
Yes. Furthermore, arent all the admitted patients citizens of our empire? Right?
YesThats right?
Then all the more reason for you, dear Gardin, to stay here.
..
Gardin was at a loss for words. Raciels silver-tongued argunt played out perfectly.
Gardin, think about it. They are the citizens of our empire. What is the founding principle of our Magentano Royal Family?
The safety of the people is the safety of the royal family..
Exactly. Therefore, caring for our admitted citizens is equivalent to caring for the royal family, and by extension, for . Dont you think?
Thats not..
Co on. It is.
..
Isnt it?
..Ah! Sob!
Although it felt wholly untrue and completely unreasonable no matter how he looked at it, he couldnt find the words to counter. It was unfair, and he felt cornered. In the end, Gardin had no choice but to swallow his tears and nod.
Alright then, well be off.
..Your Highness!
Well bring back souvenirs.
Ah! Sob!
Between the scattering teardrops of Gardin, the carriage moved, and they departed the Imperial City.
To the east.
To the north.
Towards the rising sun, towards the frosty winds of the Northern Sea. They passed by towns and fortresses, swept across plains and fields, skirted the edges of forests, crossed valleys, followed river courses, and brushed past mountain ranges.
During this ti, Raciel was completely absorbed in enjoying the exotic landscapes he was seeing for the first ti. It felt like he was touring Renaissance-era Switzerland. On the other hand, Demian watched Raciel with a peculiar look. Occasionally, frequently even, he thought the crown prince was strange. A bit like a madman with his mind gone?
No, like soone who has mastered the world in a bizarre way.
Whenever he observed the crown prince, he would get such a peculiar feeling. As if he was soone who had borrowed the eyes of a god to survey this world once? That was the impression he got.
He couldnt tell why.
It must be just my imagination. Hes just an unusual person.
The more he observed, the more intriguing he found this man. Thinking so, Demian quietly stood by Raciels side. And so one day, two days, five days, and a week passed.
And finally.
Your Majesty, a port can be seen beyond the hill. Its the Port of Cremo.
A scout knight who had gone ahead ca back and reported.
On the 8th day since their departure from the Imperial City of Magenta, the party reached their destination, the city of Cremo. Of course, nobody knew at this point. In a few days, this historic port city would forever bear the achievents of the crown prince.
Neither the citizens of Cremo.
Nor the mbers of the party.
Not even Raciel himself.
None of them had the faintest premonition.
Trivia :
1. (Niuhuang Qingxin Wan) is a traditional Chinese dicine (TCM) prescription. It has the effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, and calming the mind. It is mainly used for symptoms such as chest tightness, ntal confusion, and stuttering caused by accumulated heat in the body.
The literal translation of is Ox-bile Clear Heart Pill.
2.The na Joseon was chosen by the founder of the Joseon dynasty, Yi Seong-gye, in 1392. He wanted to na the new dynasty after the ancient Korean kingdom of Gojoseon (), which was founded in 2333 BCE. The na Joseon was also ant to evoke the idea of a new beginning for Korea, after the chaos and instability of the Goryeo dynasty (918-1392).
The Joseon dynasty lasted for over 500 years, until it was annexed by Japan in 1910. During this ti, Korea experienced a period of great cultural, economic, and political developnt. The Joseon dynasty is often regarded as a golden age in Korean history.
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