Chapter 683: Terrible Battle Record

Chapter 683: Chapter 683: Terrible Battle Record

Legend has it that during the Southern and Northern Dynasties period, an old shepherd who grazed his flock on the mountainside year-round discovered something strange.

He noticed a peculiar herb growing among the trees and bushes on the mountain where he grazed his sheep. Its leaves were shaped somewhat like apricot leaves and were a lush, oily green.

This strange herb grew incredibly fast, reaching heights of one to two feet.

When the rams ate this herb, they would become extremely aroused, mating with the ewes far more often than before. The old shepherd found this utterly astonishing.

One day,

while gathering herbs, Tao Hongjing happened to meet the old shepherd.

During a break in conversation, the old shepherd told him about this strange occurrence.

Though the shepherd spoke casually, the listener’s ears perked up.

Tao Hongjing, who had a keen sense for medicinal herbs, immediately sensed this was no ordinary plant. ’This might be a potent, undiscovered aphrodisiac,’ he thought to himself.

And so, Tao Hongjing consulted the old shepherd, carefully going over every detail of the story before conducting a thorough on-site investigation.

After extensive research, Tao Hongjing confirmed that the herb possessed extraordinary aphrodisiac properties.

Later, Tao Hongjing included this strange herb in the Materia Medica he compiled. Inspired by the old shepherd’s amusing tale, he named the "strange herb" Yin Yang Huo.

The Materia Medica entry reads: "In northern Xichuan, there are licentious goats that mate one hundred times a day. This is caused by eating this herb; hence, it is named Yin Yang Huo."

Regarding Yin Yang Huo, Li Shizhen wrote in the Compendium of Materia Medica: "Yin Yang Huo is sweet and fragrant, with a warm nature. It can replenish vital essence and qi... This herb stokes the fire of virility and boosts yang energy... However, as a fragrant and drying substance, it can easily deplete the body’s cooling ’yin’ energies. It is more potent in this regard than other herbs like Morinda root or Cistanche, so those with a ’yin’ deficiency must use it with caution. Its sweet and warm nature tonifies fire and aids yang, while its pungent fragrance can dispel cold and disperse wind."

From this description, it’s clear that Yin Yang Huo’s primary function is to serve as a powerful aphrodisiac.

It is mainly used to treat conditions such as impotence and asthmatic coughing caused by kidney deficiency.

In fact, besides its restorative effects, Yin Yang Huo is also used to treat obstruction-related ailments, especially pain and paralysis in the lower limbs, muscle contractures, and numbness in the hands and feet.

According to folk legend, Yin Yang Huo once cured the stubborn ailment of Liu Zongyuan.

Liu Zongyuan was exiled to Yongzhou, in the area of modern-day Lingling, Hunan.

At the time, the environment there was extremely harsh, with frigid winters and scorching summers.

Having just taken up his post, Liu Zongyuan couldn’t fully adapt to the climate and was soon plagued by illness.

His legs were particularly affected. The harsh weather left them weak and atrophied, making it difficult for him to walk and severely limiting his mobility.

While Liu Zongyuan was despairing over his legs, an old herb farmer came to see him. He told Liu Zongyuan that there was a local Yongzhou herb called "Ling Pi" which, if taken regularly, could cure his leg ailment. His legs would recover quickly, and he might even become as agile as a young man.

After hearing the farmer’s words, Liu Zongyuan decided to give it a try. He found the "Ling Pi" herb the farmer had mentioned, personally planted, harvested, and processed it, and began taking it as prescribed.

After some time, this seemingly ordinary herb actually cured his stubborn ailment. He was overjoyed.

And the "Ling Pi" herb the farmer spoke of was, in fact, Yin Yang Huo.

"However..."

Li Xu scrolled through the user reviews. Even the best delay sprays on the market had their issues.

"A little numb. Feels like I lost about 20% of the sensation."

"It lasts longer, but the pleasure is diminished."

"It has a burning, stinging sensation."

It seemed that even plant-based extracts couldn’t completely eliminate the numbness and irritation to achieve a perfect, sensation-free delay.

Li Xu closed the webpage and shook his head.

’It’s just an external aid, after all. Nothing beats being naturally strong,’ he thought.

He washed up and went to bed.

「The next morning.」

Li Xu woke up and habitually checked the system’s daily intelligence.

[Today’s Intelligence: Formula for a Supreme Delay Potion—Cynomorium, green tea extract, wild Yin Yang Huo, Ginseng, Butea Superba...]

[Effects: A purely plant-based formula with no side effects. No numbness or stinging, does not diminish pleasure—in fact, it doubles it! Increases duration by at least 10 minutes after use.]

"Heh."

Li Xu chuckled.

’Ask and you shall receive. And as usual, the system doesn’t just deliver—it drops a nuke,’ he thought.

"No numbness."

"Pleasure doubled."

’It solves every single pain point of the sprays on the market!’

Although he was naturally gifted and had no need for such a thing himself, as a doctor and a shareholder in a pharmaceutical company, he immediately smelled the massive business opportunity.

’If I turn this into a product, men would probably trample each other to buy it, even at a thousand yuan a bottle!’

’And the formula in the intelligence report is unique. It even includes green tea extract?’

’Is that for its antioxidant properties or to mask the scent?’

’And Butea Superba, that’s good stuff too.’

’I’ll mix up a batch and see,’ he decided.

Li Xu went to his clinic and headed straight for the dispensary.

Following the detailed process and formula provided by the system, he first extracted the active ingredients from the Yin Yang Huo and Cynomorium, then added Red Ginseng extract, and finally blended in the essences of green tea and Butea Superba.

The entire process required extremely precise temperature control and ingredient ratios.

Song Sisi was busy out front, but seeing Li Xu tinkering with his bottles and jars again, she came over curiously. "What are you mixing up now? Being all secretive about it?"

Li Xu swirled the small vial of pale green liquid he had just prepared and smiled. "It’s a secret for now. You’ll find out when it’s done."

Song Sisi was completely baffled. Seeing Li Xu’s somewhat "sly" smile, she had a feeling it wasn’t any kind of proper medicine.

"Tsk, so mysterious."

She didn’t press the issue and turned to get back to her work.

Li Xu stared at the small vial in his hand, wondering, ’Now, who should I get to test this?’

His first thought was Li Lin.

’That kid, so young and already has a "battle record" of only 30 seconds. He’s the perfect candidate to test the effects of this delay potion.’

’If it works on him, this potion’s market potential will be immeasurable.’

However...

Li Xu glanced down at the pale green liquid in his hand, feeling a little eager to try it himself.

His own "combat power" was decent enough; he could usually last around 10 minutes, which was above average. ’But what man would ever complain about being too powerful?’

’To be able to last longer, to be more in control...’

’It’s not just about physical conquest, but immense psychological satisfaction as well.’

Besides, he had absolute faith in the formula provided by the system.

’Pure plant extracts, no chemical additives... as long as I don’t use it every day, applying it occasionally to enhance the experience shouldn’t have any side effects.’

Having made up his mind, Li Xu called Li Lin. "Li Lin, are you free around noon? Come by the clinic, I’ve got something good for you."

Li Lin was at his internship. Hearing this, he immediately agreed. "You got it, Senior! I’ll be there."

Around noon, Li Lin rushed to the clinic.

Li Xu called him into the consultation room and asked, "Did you buy a delay spray after you left yesterday?"

Li Lin’s face flushed. He nodded and said dejectedly, "I did. I couldn’t help myself when I passed a pharmacy and bought a bottle for over a hundred yuan. I tried it as soon as I got home..."