Lingnan Medicine Hero: The Legend of Wang Laogiji

Author: Ma Jihong
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: In the early years of the Guangxu reign, a rare and severe plague broke out in the Lingnan region, particularly in Qingzhou. The skilled Lingnan physician, Wang Laogu, showcased his prowess in combating the epidemic and inadvertently exposed a dark web of corruption and bribery. He was honored by the imperial court as the "Lingnan Medicine Hero." He outsmarted unscrupulous merchants in a battle against counterfeit goods, confronted a priest in a struggle to combat addiction, and bravely fought against corrupt teachings, earning the deep love of the people. Summoned to the palace, he narrowly escaped repeated assassination attempts and finally returned to his hometown. He fell in love with the beautiful, dignified, and highly skilled martial artist, Lai Honggu, but their relationship led to a series of hilarious and laughable incidents. This novel presents a tightly woven storyline with interconnected plots and dramatic twists and turns in the fates of its characters, all unfolding before the readers.