Cherished By Seven Sisters by Melvin Houle

Chapter 362 Acupuncture Duel

In traditional medicine, pain was believed to have two primary causes: pain due to malnutrition and Pam due to stagnation.

Pain due to malnutrition was characterized by an imbalance in the body’s nutrients, immune system, energy, and blood. This imbalance would result in discomfort as the organs and meridians were deprived of essential nourishment and moisture.

On the other hand, pain due to stagnation occurred when the flow of energy and blood through the meridians was hindered.

Marley’s proposed acupuncture duel focused on pain due to stagnation.

By strategically placing needles at specific acupoints on the body, one could intentionally disrupt the flow of nutrients and immune system within the meridians, causing pain. This method not only tested the participants knowledge of acupuncture points but also their skill in manipulating the body’s energy flow.

Successfully causing such disruption required expertise comparable to that of an acupuncture master.

While it was relatively straightforward to use acupuncture to relieve blockages and promote the smooth flow of nutrients and immune system, deliberately causing an obstruction without harming the patient was a far more complex task.

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duel served as a direct way to assess the acupuncture prowess of both parties involved.

the rules of the duel, one of his mentees from Jetroina eagerly volunteered

announced. “Do you find this acceptable, Ms.

short stature and less–than–pleasing appearance, his keen interest in Caylie was evident, especially as his gaze lingered a bit too long on her. Sensing his unsettling stare, Caylie resolved to teach him a lesson through the art of

well. I shall proceed with your acupuncture shortly.”

Marley’s mentees, aware of the Jetroinian’s renowned resilience, anticipated

father, a figure of some renown in Jetroina’s endurance circles, the man had developed a notable

his true passion lay in acupuncture, which led him to seek tutelage under

training, his foundation in pain

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opponent’s subject was an unwise decision on

to choose her opponent’s subject. “I won’t take advantage of a young lady,” he said. “Please

to pick a participant from the other side for the acupuncture showdown. However, when Caylie refrained from choosing. Marley, displaying a bold sense of assurance, also decided not to select a participant

forward with a friendly grin. “I’ll be the one,” he offered, positioning himself as Marley’s subject.

no objections, and Caylie, too, accepted this arrangement

without protest.

be known,” he stated coldly, “that this duel is a personal matter and in no way reflects upon our Chanaca