Chapter 99: Changes in the Medicine Hall (Requesting Monthly Votes)

Qiao Baishi was filled with bitterness, a bitter look in his eyes as he looked at these people one by one. Were these his colleagues in the Medicine Hall? Were these the brothers who had braved life and death together? Back when the Divine Show Creation Pill, the Blue Sea Pill, and the One Buddha Powder were first introduced, what was their attitude? Every one of them grinning from ear to ear, praising Qiao Baishi for his wisdom and claiming he had rendered great service to the Medicine Hall. But now, how much time had passed and they had already forgotten everything? Just because the Dragon Soaring Marquis had gained power, they could twist right and wrong and turn all achievements into faults? Let it be known, in just these few short months, the Medicine Hall had gained profits from these three medicines that would have taken three years to earn before. In other words, the Medicine Hall's revenue had multiplied several times in a short period! And this did not even include the expected future income, which was also foreseeable.

Qiao Baishi's heart grew cold. In an indifferent tone, he said, "If you think I was wrong, why did you only jump out to say it now? Why didn't you oppose it back when those medicines were introduced?"

Second Hall Master Yue Qun rebuked, "What kind of attitude is that? Can't I say a few words to you? Don't you think that our Medicine Hall is now like a thorn in the side of the newly ascended King?"

Elder Lan also said sarcastically, "Hmph, you think you have some merit and won't let others speak? If you ask me, your introduction of those medicines was purely out of selfishness!"

"Selfishness?" Qiao Baishi said angrily. "Have I pocketed even half a cent of the profits?"

"Who knows?" Elder Lan refused to back down.

"Enough!" Song Tianxing saw that both sides were at each other's throats, slammed the table, and bellowed.

When the Grand Hall Master spoke, it carried weight. Everyone immediately shut their mouths and stopped talking.

Qiao Baishi stood up, clasped his hands, and said, "Grand Hall Master, I don't want to argue about this matter. Whether I have merits or faults, the history of the Medicine Hall will judge. I was promoted by you. If you want to deal with me, I have nothing to say. But these people… hmph, you are not worthy!"

Qiao Baishi had his pride. These people normally did nothing, but when there were gains they all wanted a share, and when problems arose they shifted responsibility, wanting to put everything onto his shoulders. How could Qiao Baishi be a pushover that they could toy with?

Song Tianxing gave a light sigh. "Third, circumstances are stronger than people. If Long Zhaofeng had not seized the throne, with his status as the top vassal, our Medicine Hall would not fear him. But…"

"Grand Hall Master, I suggest we hand over Qiao Baishi. He is an associate of Jiang Chen. If we hand him over to His Majesty the King, it will definitely appease his anger. Moreover, His Majesty has just conquered the realm; the land is devastated, people are anxious, there are countless wounded, and he needs our Medicine Hall!" Elder Lan's suggestion was like drawing the fire from under the cauldron.

"I think Elder Lan's suggestion is very good," Second Hall Master Yue Qun also said.

"I also agree with this suggestion."

"I agree!"

Among the high-ranking members, more than half actually supported handing over Qiao Baishi.

"Grand Hall Master, this is unfair, is it not? The Third Hall Master has made immense contributions to the Medicine Hall. Just because of the political changes, his merits become crimes?" This was from Qiao Baishi's staunch supporter.

"Bullshit! If Qiao Baishi really made such great contributions, now the Medicine Hall needs him to contribute even more! Sacrificing one person to preserve the Medicine Hall—that is the greatest merit!"

"Exactly! If we're talking about merit, ensuring the Medicine Hall stays away from crisis is merit!"

These high-ranking members were truly shameless. Even Song Tianxing, the Grand Hall Master, felt embarrassed hearing these words.

Just as these high-ranking members were bickering incessantly and making a quarrel,

from within the void suddenly came a low scold: "In the dead of night, you fight among yourselves, and you're quite enthusiastic about it? Can't you let people rest?"

The voice was aged, but carried an authority that compelled obedience.

"Is Elder Shun speaking?" said an elder in surprise.

Elder Shun was a guest elder of the Medicine Hall, but he held a high status there. Even Grand Hall Master Song Tianxing had to show him respect.

Back then, when Jiang Zheng was promoting the formula of the Divine Show Creation Pill to Qiao Baishi, all the high-ranking members were indecisive. It was after Elder Shun appraised it that Qiao Baishi made his decision.

Song Tianxing gave an awkward smile and apologized, "Elder Shun, we disturbed your rest in the middle of the night. I'm truly sorry, but the situation in the Royal Capital is changing, and our Medicine Hall needs to discuss a course of action."

"Discuss what? Discuss handing over the only talented person in the Medicine Hall to the newly enthroned King to chop off his head and vent his anger?" Elder Shun's tone was disdainful, mocking sharply.

Those high-ranking members who wanted to hand over Qiao Baishi all looked embarrassed, but dared not to speak.