The moonlight faintly shone as Qin An concluded his cultivation and rose to his feet, the silver needle between his fingers emitting a cold gleam.

After a long time of practice, his profession as a healer finally reached the consummate level of five.

However, the condition for advancement required him to heal a dying person.

"Where can I find a dying person?" Qin An twirled the silver needle between his fingers, his brows slightly furrowed.

Healing wasn't the issue, but the problem lay in where to find someone on the brink of death.

Qin An stood up and walked to where the shopkeeper was.

Inside the clinic.

The shopkeeper was bent over checking accounts, the tip of a cinnabar pen gliding across the paper. Upon seeing Qin An approach, he hurriedly clasped his fists and greeted, "Young master."

Qin An got straight to the point: "Shopkeeper, do you know where there's someone on the verge of death?"

Since they were in a clinic, the shopkeeper should be more knowledgeable than he was.

The shopkeeper was startled and smiled wryly, "Young master is jesting. How could such a thing be encountered so easily? A dying person is either struggling at death's door or has already breathed their last, how could they just conveniently be brought to a clinic?"

Although he didn't know why this young master wanted to find a dying person, the shopkeeper had long been thoroughly impressed by him.

He stole a glance at Qin An, his respect growing even more.

At first, he merely thought this young master was a scion of some elite family, visiting the clinic for leisure.

Yet in just a few days, Qin An had impressed everyone with his exquisite medical skills, even the veteran doctors in the clinic were full of self-pity.

From then on, the shopkeeper understood that the young master before him wasn't here on a whim but possessed genuine talent and knowledge.

Qin An lightly tapped the table's edge with his fingertip, producing a crisp sound: "I won't come to the clinic tomorrow; if there's anyone critically ill, you may find me at the Evil Extermination Bureau."

Since even the shopkeeper said it was difficult, Qin An wouldn't waste time here either.

If he wanted to find someone near death, perhaps the Evil Extermination Bureau would be better since the captains there constantly encountered casualties; perhaps he could utilize a chance encounter in treating one.

So, he decided to head back and take the opportunity to practice the last skill of the dancer profession.

Not until Qin An's figure disappeared into the night did the shopkeeper regain his senses.

"Going to the Evil Extermination Bureau..."

The shopkeeper muttered softly, then his expression suddenly changed, realizing Qin An's identity.

He was also a smart man, not making a fuss but keeping this secret to himself.

...

Time passed, and a night passed quickly.

The next day.

The morning sun streamed in like translucent veils.

Qin An got up and washed, and after changing into a set of clean clothes, strapped the Cold Star to his waist.

Before his eyes, smoke twisted like serpents morphing into words, floating in mid-air.

[Dancer lv.5 (50/800): Your dances are now more graceful]

[Talent: Mastery of Body Storage Realm Body Skill Talent]

After returning last night, Qin An did not waste time and practiced the dancer profession for a while before going to sleep early.

With time still early, Qin An planned to go out for breakfast, then return to his room to continue practicing as a dancer.

As for the conditions for advancing as a healer, Qin An planned to consider that later.

Outside, the streets hummed with life, with the cries of vendors ringing continuously.

Qin An casually found a small stall, ordered a bowl of steaming hot noodles, and ate it with garlic.

Once he finished the bowl of noodles, Qin An paid the bill and prepared to return to the Evil Extermination Bureau.

But at this moment, several figures caught his attention.

On a street not far ahead, a dozen or so people were heading in the direction of the Evil Extermination Bureau.

Both men and women, and each bore injuries.

Among them, two people were carrying a makeshift stretcher, on which lay a man who had already fallen into a coma, barely breathing.

In the Jianghu, deaths occurred every day, which was an extremely common thing.

But now this group of people was heading towards the Evil Extermination Bureau.

Qin An harbored doubts, yet he didn't intervene but instead followed them discreetly.

...

Evil Extermination Bureau.

As soon as Chang Qi entered, she hurriedly grabbed a passing state official and shouted for help, "My lord, save my brother! He won't make it!"

Last night, they were transported to Lingzhou by the Celestial Calculation Array.

Unfortunately, the array wasn't complete, leading to issues during the process, resulting in them being off course.

On their way, they were also attacked by monsters. To protect them, her brother paid a terrible price and slew the monster.

They brought their severely injured brother all the way here, hoping to save his life.

The state official, suddenly grabbed, frowned and ordered, "Impudent! How dare you make a fuss at the Evil Extermination Bureau?"

The Evil Extermination Bureau had always been a place feared by Jianghu people in Lingzhou. Women loudly causing a disturbance here was unprecedented.

Immediately, several state officials approached, intending to arrest Chang Qi and the others.

Chang Qi was startled and remembered what her uncle had said, quickly saying, "We are from the Celestial Calculation Sect, we have come seeking help."

With these words, the officials surrounding them immediately halted their actions.

Then, they whispered among themselves, and one quietly left.

The others still kept Chang Qi surrounded.

Qin An leaned against the doorframe, having heard the words "Celestial Calculation Sect," he now knew their identity.

The Celestial Calculation Sect, an extremely mysterious power, was rumored to be famous for its arithmetic expertise.

However, long ago, the Celestial Calculation Sect met with a calamity and was besieged by monster forces, its whereabouts have been lost since.

Some say the Celestial Calculation Sect hid away with their remaining members.

Seeing the situation now, Qin An knew something was up but didn't immediately reveal himself.

Not long after, Yang Quanfeng strode out.

"Who can make decisions here!"

Chang Qi gritted her teeth and slowly stepped forward, "This humble girl can!"

Before leaving, her uncle had entrusted her with the Celestial Calculation Sect's treasure, making her the leader of this group.

Even though she was a girl, she had to be strong at that moment.

Yang Quanfeng raised his hand, "The others, find a place to rest. You, come inside and explain the situation to me."

With a hint of urgency in her eyes, Chang Qi said, "My brother has sustained severe injuries and won't last much longer. Please help us, my lord."

Yang Quanfeng frowned slightly, then turned his gaze to the young man on the stretcher and walked over.

After examining him carefully, he shook his head, "The injuries have reached his internal organs, and being some distance from the clinic, I'm afraid there's no time."

"Oh right, call Cheng Sufeng over."

Chang Qi turned pale upon hearing the words "no time," but hope rekindled in her eyes upon hearing the latter part.

At this moment, a voice interrupted Yang Quanfeng.

"Let me try."

Upon hearing the familiar voice, Yang Quanfeng turned his head, a hint of surprise in his eyes: "When did you get back?"

The official duties in Jinzhou were busy. Although they didn't often go on missions, handling the tasks of their subordinates kept them occupied.

So Yang Quanfeng was entirely unaware of Qin An's return.

Qin An stepped forward.

The surrounding state officials voluntarily made way, their expressions extremely respectful.

"I just got back not long ago, and time is tight, so I didn't have the chance to visit you for a chat." Qin An said with a light smile.

Yang Quanfeng clapped his hands and laughed heartily: "You've brought me pride ever since you left. I know you're busy; it doesn't matter if we catch up or not."

Chang Qi saw the suddenly appearing man and, not knowing his identity, assumed he was a state captain of the Evil Extermination Bureau, anxiously saying: "Please, sir, treat him."

She feared that if the two chatted any longer, her brother's life would be in jeopardy.

Yang Quanfeng said: "Girl, don't worry. This gentleman is a patrolling bronze captain, and even a renowned physician under me praises his medical skills. Healing takes only a few moments."

The physician he referred to was, of course, Cheng Sufeng.

Although Cheng Sufeng's medical skills were not top-notch, he was still considered top among the lesser talents within the Evil Extermination Bureau.

Upon hearing the words "patrolling bronze captain," Chang Qi was immediately shocked and hurriedly bowed: "Greetings, sir!"

If the words "state captain" were enough to make the Jianghu people fearful, then "patrolling captain" felt like a looming mountain.

Even though the Celestial Calculation Sect had been in seclusion for a long time, they still knew of its formidable reputation.

They were a group of madmen unafraid of death, treating life and death as a mere game.

Qin An nodded, stepped forward, checked for a moment, and used his hand as a needle, tapping thirty-six major acupuncture points on the young man.

The healer profession had reached level five, and coupled with his special effects, Qin An's treatment was exceedingly smooth.

In a mere instant, he stabilized the young man's wounds.

The young man's pale face gradually turned rosy, and his scattered pulse seemed to revive like a dead tree encountering spring.

Qin An raised his eyes and looked at the state officials: "Bring paper and pen."

The state officials didn't dare delay, quickly bringing paper and pen.

Qin An handwrote a prescription and handed it to Yang Quanfeng, saying: "Follow this prescription, and in a few days, he will recover fully."

Yang Quanfeng was already familiar with Qin An's skills and wasn't surprised at all.

Chang Qi was overwhelmed with gratitude, repeatedly bowing: "Thank you, sir! Thank you, sir!"

Seeing her brother out of danger, she felt as though much of the weight on her shoulders had disappeared.

Yang Quanfeng then said: "Come, let's go inside and talk."

Chang Qi no longer spoke and quickly agreed.

Afterward, a few state officials led the disciples of the Celestial Calculation Sect away, while Chang Qi followed Yang Quanfeng to the inner courtyard.

Qin An did not follow.

He was a patrolling captain of the Evil Extermination Bureau, only responsible for slaying demons over a thousand miles; other matters did not concern him.

Moreover, the treatment just now was intentional; that young man was a dying person.

Now, with the healer profession at level six, he wanted to find a quiet place to look at his new talents.

...

Returning to his room, Qin An closed the door with a reverse hand.

Before him, a swirl of smoke twisted and transformed into a line of text, hovering in mid-air.

[Healer lv.6 (0/1000): Your patient treatment effects are enhanced, and treatment times are shortened]

[Talent: Jade Bone Realm Healing Technique Great Success, Jade Bone Realm Poison Resistance Great Success]

After the text appeared, it soon vanished without a trace.

A wealth of information surged into Qin An's mind.

Upon absorbing all the information, Qin An immediately mastered all the details of a level six healer.

Qin An's lips curled slightly: "Poison resistance at great success is an unexpected delight."

After reaching level six, in addition to enhanced treatment effects, the healer profession also features shorter treatment times.

These aside, what matters most is talent.

The healing technique was already elevated from the Body Storage Realm to the Jade Bone Realm Great Success, with an additional poison resistance at great success.

This talent is extremely useful for Qin An.

As the saying goes, often walking by the riverbank, how can one not get their shoes wet?

In the Jianghu, it's not just about flashing swords and shadows; there are also all sorts of underhanded tactics.

Using poison is one of the most common methods.

With this talent, poisons below the Jade Bone Realm Great Success would be ineffective against Qin An.

Even poisons above the Jade Bone Realm Great Success could be partially resisted by Qin An.

This is undoubtedly a major tool for navigating the Jianghu.

Qin An rubbed his chin, secretly contemplating: "Now I can practice the dancer profession."

This return trip for Qin An aimed to level all professions to level six.

Once the dancer reaches level six, Qin An will then take on tasks to earn achievements and elevate the remaining two cultivation techniques to the Gui Cang Realm.

As he thought this, Qin An planned to immediately practice his proficiency as a dancer.

But just at this moment, footsteps sounded outside the door.

Before long, the voice of a state official from the Internal Affairs Department came up.

"Sir, Mr. Yang requests your presence."

Qin An frowned slightly, saying: "I'll be there shortly."

The state official from the Internal Affairs Department acknowledged and left the doorway.

The room fell silent.

Qin An knocked on the scabbard, secretly pondering: "This matter likely relates to the Celestial Calculation Sect."

Just moments ago, Chang Qi from the Celestial Calculation Sect was called to the inner courtyard by Yang Quanfeng.

Less than the time of one incense stick later, someone came saying Yang Quanfeng was looking for him.

Qin An guessed it probably concerned matters of the Celestial Calculation Sect.

Since they called, he was curious to know what exactly it was about.

After briefly tidying himself, Qin An temporarily set aside the idea of practicing his dancer proficiency and headed towards the inner courtyard.

...

Inner courtyard.

In a room, Yang Quanfeng raised a pot of fine wine, while Chang Qi sat nervously beside him.

When Qin An, with a Cold Star sword at his waist, entered, Yang Quanfeng wiped the wine from his mouth.

Qin An sat boldly on a chair, took a sip of the tea atop it, and asked: "Mr. Yang, what do you need me for?"

Yang Quanfeng said: "This matter should be under the jurisdiction of a state captain, but since you have grievances with the Demon Hall, I wanted you to be aware."

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