Chapter 1488: Bringing Comfort

After that decisive battle, the political and military power of Shu Han reached an unprecedented height, but the scars of war were also deeply branded on this land. Countless heroic soldiers fell on the battlefield; their sacrifices exchanged for the dawn of peace but also left behind endless sorrow and pain. On this land that had suffered from the flames of war, disease and pain spread like a plague, threatening every life.

Zhao Yun, this fierce general on the battlefield, showed another side of gentleness and compassion in his spare time. He knew well that although the war had ended, true peace required more people to guard it and heal those hearts and bodies injured by the war. Thus, he began to search everywhere for herbs that could treat the wounded, hoping to bring a glimmer of comfort to these heroes.

Zhao Yun carefully collected enough herbs and brought them back to the military camp. He personally decocted the medicinal soup and fed it to the soldiers who were seriously wounded and hard to heal. Miraculously, the wounds of those who were originally thought to be incurable began to heal after taking the Spring-Returning Grass, and their vitality gradually recovered. After the news spread, the entire military camp was shocked, and the soldiers were full of respect and gratitude for Zhao Yun.

In the valley, clouds and mist swirled, and the terrain was dangerous, making it difficult for ordinary people to set foot. But Zhao Yun, relying on his superior courage and wisdom, overcame many difficulties and finally discovered the legendary "Spring-Returning Grass" on a hidden cliff. It saw its leaves were emerald green, emitting a faint fragrance, as if it contained the power of nature.

Zhao Zilong carefully gathered enough medicinal herbs and brought them back to the military camp. He personally brewed the medicinal decoction and fed it to the soldiers whose severe wounds were difficult to heal. Miraculously, those wounded men who were originally thought to be beyond saving began to see their wounds heal after taking the Soul-Returning Pill, and their vitality gradually recovered. As the news spread, the entire camp was stirred, and the soldiers were filled with even more respect and gratitude toward Zhao Zilong.

After Xun You learned of this, he also expressed high appreciation for Zhao Yun's good deeds. He believed that a true hero should not only fight bravely on the battlefield but also care about the life and death of soldiers after the war and use practical actions to practice benevolence and compassion. Thus, Xun You proposed to plant Spring-Returning Grass widely around the military camp for emergencies and at the same time dispatch medical practitioners to learn herbal knowledge to improve the army's medical level.

After Liu Bei heard this, he felt deep agreement. He ordered that the entire army, regardless of generals or soldiers, should learn herbal knowledge and master basic medical skills so that they could save themselves and each other in wartime and reduce unnecessary casualties. At the same time, he also established special medical institutions, responsible for experienced medical practitioners, to ensure that every wounded person could receive timely and effective treatment.

Under the promotion of Zhao Yun and Xun You, the medical system of the Shu Han army was gradually perfected, and the survival rate and combat power of the soldiers were significantly improved. This not only enhanced the cohesion and combat power of the army but also laid a solid foundation for the later unification cause.

However, peace did not last long. Not long after, Cao Cao sent troops again, intending to eliminate Liu Bei in one fell swoop and unify the world. This time, he mobilized more troops and equipped them with more advanced weapons, swearing to wipe out the Shu Han army in one fell swoop.

Facing Cao Cao's strong arrival, the Shu Han army did not panic. They knew well that they had a perfect medical system and powerful combat power, enough to withstand the enemy's attack. Under the joint command of Zhao Yun and Xun You, the Shu Han army fought bravely, did not fear difficulties, and defeated the Cao Wei army's attacks time and again.

In the war, casualties were inevitable. But with Spring-Returning Grass and a perfect medical system, the casualty rate of the Shu Han army was greatly reduced, and many seriously wounded people survived and were put back into the battle. This allowed the combat power of the Shu Han army to be maintained continuously, laying a solid foundation for the final victory.

After months of fierce fighting, the Shu Han army finally defeated the Cao Wei army with fewer troops. Cao Cao was forced to retreat and returned to the north. This war not only consolidated Liu Bei's position in the south but also laid a solid foundation for his later unification cause.

After the war, Liu Bei rewarded merit, and Zhao Yun and Xun You were named the highest military rank and title because of their outstanding contributions and good deeds in the war. Their deeds were recorded in history and became eternal fine tales.

And that legendary "Spring-Returning Grass" also became a sacred object in the Shu Han army. Whenever soldiers were injured, everyone would think of the scene of Zhao Yun taking risks to collect herbs, and their hearts were filled with respect and gratitude. Spring-Returning Grass not only healed the soldiers' pain but also healed their hearts, becoming their eternal guardian god.

After that earth-shaking battle, although the political and military power of Shu Han reached an unprecedented height, the shadow of war was like a nightmare that could not be shaken off, covering everyone's heart. On the battlefield, heroic soldiers defended the dignity of the country with blood and life; their sacrifices exchanged for brief peace but also left endless sorrow and trauma on this land.

Zhao Yun, this fierce general who was invincible on the battlefield, showed the gentleness and compassion deep in his heart after the smoke of war dissipated. He witnessed too many life and death partings, witnessed too many broken families, and a strong wish surged in his heart—he wanted to use his strength to heal those hearts and bodies injured by the war.

Thus, Zhao Yun embarked on the journey of searching for herbs. He heard that in a distant valley, a magical plant called "Spring-Returning Grass" grew, which possessed the power to bring the dead back to life and had an incredible effect on treating war wounds. Zhao Yun decided that no matter how dangerous the journey was, he must find this herb and bring hope to those injured soldiers.

Zhao Yun was alone, crossing the vast wilderness, climbing over steep cliffs, and finally arrived at that legendary valley. The valley was shrouded in clouds and mist, as if it were a fairyland, but it hid countless dangers. Zhao Yun, relying on his superior courage and wisdom, overcame these difficulties one by one and finally discovered the legendary "Spring-Returning Grass" on a hidden cliff.

It was a patch of emerald green grassland, with crystal dew drops flickering on the grass leaves, as if it were the purest gift from nature. Zhao Yun carefully collected enough herbs and wrapped them tightly in his arms, as if he were holding a priceless treasure. He knew that these herbs would be the hope and life he brought to the soldiers.

However, just as Zhao Yun was preparing to leave the valley, a sudden landslide caught him off guard. Huge stones rolled down from the top of the mountain, completely blocking his way. Zhao Yun tried his best to dodge, but was eventually hit by a huge stone and fell into a coma.

When Zhao Yun woke up, he found himself lying in a strange cave, with a raging bonfire burning beside him, and an old man sitting by the fire, focusing on decocting medicinal soup. Seeing Zhao Yun wake up, the old man smiled slightly and said: "Young man, you are awake? What a stroke of luck! I saw you in a coma in the valley, so I saved you and brought you back here."

Zhao Yun looked at the old man gratefully, and a warm current surged in his heart. He knew that he was able to wake up entirely because of the old man's rescue. He told the old man his intention and the process of searching for "Spring-Returning Grass." After hearing this, the old man was deeply moved and said: "You risked going deep into the valley to save the wounded; this courage and compassion are truly admirable. I happen to know some herbal knowledge, so I will go back with you to bring these herbs back to save more wounded soldiers."