He had used this method before, and now employing it again, he was even more adept. His speed was so remarkable it hardly seemed like medical treatment, especially the speed of needle insertion, which seemed almost playful.
The family members watched Du Heng perform acupuncture; his movements were like a juggling act. Their hearts pounded, but they dared not make a sound for fear of disturbing him.
As for the doctors who had come to learn the treatment of stroke, they knew Du Heng was skilled in acupuncture.
But now, seeing Du Heng wield the needles with such swiftness, yet with unerring accuracy at each point and employing the most suitable technique, was difficult for them to accept.
Everyone was of a similar age; some were even older than Du Heng. They could accept his high level of theoretical knowledge, attributing it to his sharp mind and aptitude for studying; that much, they could tolerate.
