If those people hadn’t gone mad simultaneously, they wouldn’t have had enough power to plunge the pirates on the island into chaos, ultimately allowing their side to reap the benefits.

The miraculous nature of this suggestion method already amazed Qiao Zhao, but what puzzled her even more was how Physician Li controlled the timing of when those people went mad. Such ability no longer seemed like a medical skill, but rather divine magic.

Hearing Qiao Zhao ask this, Physician Li revealed a mysterious smile: “To control when they went mad, I needed to set the same trigger point for all of them.”

“Trigger point?” Though Qiao Zhao prided herself on being well-read, the term from Physician Li’s mouth was completely unheard of.

Physician Li patiently explained to the young woman before him, “Yes, trigger point. When I treated their wounds, I not only planted suggestions in them but also set trigger points – namely ‘bloodshed’ and ‘dog bite.’ That is to say, when the scene of ‘bloodshed’ and the words ‘dog bite’ appeared simultaneously, those under my suggestion would instantly lose self-awareness and think of themselves as mad dogs…”

As Physician Li explained in depth, Qiao Zhao couldn’t help but applaud in admiration.

Bloodshed and dog bite – when these two conditions were met, it proved there was already unrest among the pirates that needed to be resolved through bloody means. At this moment, having some normal people suddenly go mad would undoubtedly cause great panic, and those pirates in their confusion would easily fall into mutual slaughter.

“It was quite coincidental that those pirates went mad just as General Shao and his men landed on Mingfeng Island.”

Physician Li sneered: “That wasn’t a coincidence – that was Heaven seeing those beasts had committed too many evil deeds and lost all humanity, so it was time to send them to meet the King of Hell!”

Qiao Zhao smiled: “You’re right. Heaven still has eyes, allowing you to escape danger and those pirates to meet their doom.”

Hearing his granddaughter say this, Physician Li became somewhat dissatisfied again, clearing his throat: “Having me escape danger was indeed Heaven opening its eyes, but having those pirates meet their doom relied mainly on your Grandfather Li’s abilities.”

How could she not distinguish the primary from the secondary?

Thinking about how he had successfully made those pirates fight like dogs without the slightest deviation, he was quite proud.

“Grandfather Li is indeed the most capable – even immortals couldn’t match your skills.” With her respected elder having returned from the dead and accomplished such remarkable feats, Qiao Zhao naturally didn’t spare her praise.

Physician Li stroked his beard with a beaming smile. After listening enough, he suddenly looked deeply at Qiao Zhao and asked meaningfully: “Zhao girl, would you like to learn this strange method?”

Qiao Zhao was stunned.

Physician Li raised his hand and tapped her forehead, saying, displeasedly: “Why are you getting more foolish? Are you being influenced by that boy?”

Qiao Zhao laughed: “Grandfather Li, what are you saying? Hearing that you might teach me this strange method, I was too shocked.”

Only then did Physician Li nod with satisfaction: “That makes sense – not being shocked would be abnormal. So do you want to learn it or not?”

Qiao Zhao nodded: “Of course, I want to learn.”

Such a strange method could be very useful at critical moments. Since she bore the blood feud of her entire family, naturally, the more skills the better.

“Then let Grandfather Li say this upfront – though I’ve temporarily classified this strange method as a type of medical technique, learning it requires great natural talent. Whether you can master it and to what degree depends entirely on your fortune. Your Grandfather Li has been exploring it for over ten years and has only achieved minor success.”

“I understand. I’ll be content even learning just the basics.”

After Physician Li finished speaking about his own experiences, he asked about Qiao Zhao’s recent experiences, which she recounted in detail.

“Old Qian went to the capital?” After hearing Qiao Zhao’s account, Physician Li asked.

“Yes, he quietly returned to the capital with the witness. When you return, you’ll be able to drink with Grandfather Qian.”

Physician Li shook his head: “I don’t plan to return to the capital.”

“Grandfather Li?” Qiao Zhao was startled.

Physician Li had thought this through long ago, saying calmly, “The waters in the capital run too deep. I don’t have time to wade through them – I still have many things to research.”

Qiao Zhao looked reluctant but didn’t try to persuade him further.

Everyone had the right to choose the life they wanted to live. Though very reluctant, all she could do was respect his decision.

Physician Li raised his hand and rubbed Qiao Zhao’s head: “Alright, Grandfather Li promises you – when you marry, I’ll return.”

“Grandfather Li mustn’t break your word. Where do you plan to live in seclusion? The coastal areas are too chaotic with pirates running rampant.”

“I’ve grown accustomed to living in Jia Feng, so I’ll return there. Once there, I’ll hire some villagers to build a thatched cottage. In the future, when you return to your maiden home, you’ll have a place to stay.” Physician Li spoke casually.

But Qiao Zhao’s eyes couldn’t help reddening as she said softly: “I’ll visit often.”

Physician Li glanced at her and smiled: “Before you marry, as an unmarried young lady, you can’t return there. But after you wed, given how much that boy dotes on you, perhaps you can visit several times.”

Qiao Zhao nodded, thinking for the first time that marriage might be better than she had imagined.

Physician Li stood up: “Alright, I’ll go examine that boy’s eyes. Zhao girl, you must remember – about the strange method I mentioned to you today, you mustn’t reveal a single word to anyone.”

Speaking of this, he looked deeply at Qiao Zhao and emphasized: “Don’t tell anyone. Though I believe this strange method still falls within the realm of medical technique, just beyond ordinary people’s understanding, the world will certainly consider it evil sorcery. Once people discover you can use ‘evil sorcery,’ those who usually seem honest and simple are capable of doing anything.”

“Rest assured, I won’t mention it to anyone.” Qiao Zhao said solemnly.

Physician Li walked two steps toward the door before turning back: “What about that boy?”

“I won’t tell him either.”

Physician Li laughed heartily and strode out.

The three people who had been enjoying the sea breeze immediately surrounded him when they saw Physician Li emerge.

Physician Li raised his eyelids: “Marquis, come with me.”

Shao Mingyuan hurriedly followed behind Physician Li, leaving Chi Can and Yang Houcheng looking at each other.

“Does this mean only we two don’t know?” Yang Houcheng asked with resignation.

Chi Can walked toward Qiao Zhao with a stern face: “Li San, Physician Li was being so mysterious – what exactly was the situation?”

Qiao Zhao said with a serious expression: “Those people became that way because they were poisoned by a strange toxin that Grandfather Li developed to cause hallucinations. You’d better not ask about the specifics.”

“Why not?” Yang Houcheng asked, puzzled.

Qiao Zhao looked at him deeply with a warning tone: “Grandfather Li is still in the experimental stage with that strange toxin and is worried about finding people to continue testing it on. If he knew you already knew about it, he might use it on you if he got unhappy.”

Thinking of Physician Li’s unpredictable moods, Chi Can and Yang Houcheng finally gave up their curiosity.

At this moment, footsteps sounded as Xie Shengxiao hurried over.

“Miss Li, the two young women brought from Mingfeng Island have awakened. They won’t let anyone approach them, and I’m not sure if there are any problems with them. Please go take a look.”