With a newfound sense of purpose, Lan Su continued to travel from village to village, offering his services as a healer and problem solver. He used the knowledge he had gained from his family's traditions and combined it with the natural remedies he had learned along the way.
As word of his skills spread, more and more people sought him out for help. And though there were still those who feared him because of his past mistakes, Lan Su remained patient and understanding - knowing that trust could only be earned through actions, not words.
It wasn't long before Lan Su found himself in a position of leadership within these communities. People looked up to him for guidance and advice on everything from crop rotation to conflict resolution.
And though he was grateful for their trust in him, Lan Su never forgot the lessons he had learned about the dangers of unchecked power. He made sure to always use his abilities responsibly and with great care - never forgetting that magic was a tool that could just as easily harm as it could heal.
In time, Lan Su came to realize that this was where he truly belonged - helping others through both mundane means and magical ones when necessary. And even though he knew that redemption would always be an ongoing journey rather than a destination reached, he felt at peace knowing that every day brought new opportunities for growth...