Chapter 354: Chapter 354 The Ancestor Master has other instructions?
"Alas, when we bring up these topics, they really date back a while. In fact, our family had always thrived; there was a time when we had a flourishing population. However, as time went on, due to the interference of this virus, our family’s numbers began to dwindle. They died one by one until, in the end, only my grandson and I were left, depending on each other for survival."
"Are you saying that the members of your family all died from this virus? But why is it that you can’t seem to die from it? Moreover, you can even induce a state of suspended animation, preventing you from falling into actual death."
"In the beginning, my reaction to the virus was indeed severe, but then gradually, the reaction became lighter and lighter. Do you know why? Do you still remember the old man named Yunhe I mentioned to you before?"
"Are you saying that he is the reason for all this?"
"Exactly. After the rest of our family had perished, it was then I realized how terrifying this virus was. At that time, the two of us were almost gasping our last breaths, unable to get up from bed."
"So, it was during that time that the old man Yunhe appeared?"
"Yes, he gave us a miraculous medicine, and from then on, my grandson and I seemed to have been deeply hurt by the virus, but he only told me that if I wanted to truly get rid of the virus, I must also come here to find a doctor named Liu Zheng to completely resolve the issue."
"It would indeed be within my master’s powers to solve this problem. Is it possible that he left this task for me on purpose, to test my abilities?"
"That, I’m not sure of. At the time, I couldn’t understand why they could control the virus but not clear it from our bodies. So, we didn’t quite comprehend it, but from what you’re saying now, it seems that might be the issue."
"Sigh, why would my master, having put you and your grandson through so much turmoil and met with numerous difficulties, want to do all this just to meet me? What is he trying to achieve?"
"He is our benefactor, so whatever he does, we can understand. That’s the situation now."
"Fine then, if that’s the case, I’ll do my best to help you return to a normal state as soon as possible. But it’s strange, why does this virus only appear among your family members? Are you telling me that no other family, your village, or even your town, has experienced this?"
"Do you really think that we haven’t investigated this matter? We also found it very odd, but when the whole family was under the shadow of the virus, do you think we could have delved into these issues? So, we never investigated."
"Based on our analysis, the virus must have been deliberately introduced into your environment, perhaps through your food or the water you and your family drank. It seems someone with a grudge intentionally wanted to harm you."
"I’ve considered this, but now, after being tormented by this illness for so long, how could I be in a position to do such a thing? So, I can only investigate this matter after my health gradually recovers, to find out who is responsible."
"This is the work of a master poisoner, in ordinary circumstances, you would surely not be able to deal with him. Moreover, even if he were behind this, he wouldn’t leave any trace, do you understand?"
"Right, Dr. Liu, I just remembered something else. The old man Yunhe once told me that he wanted you to help me break this poison, and then accompany me to resolve the matters of my family. I don’t understand what he meant by that."
"Are you saying that he wants me to get involved in your family affairs as well? This doesn’t seem like my master’s style."
"That, I’m not aware of. But it’s okay, Dr. Liu. I see that you have many patients here daily, and you don’t have the time. No worries, we’ll deal with these matters ourselves. You just need to help us rid our bodies of the poison. You don’t have to concern yourself with the rest."
"If it really is a task left by my master, then I must see it through, and I definitely can’t let you sacrifice everything for nothing."
"So, what are you planning to do?"
"Talking about it now seems a bit premature. Additionally, you stay here and take good care of yourself for the time being. I still have some things to sort out. Once I’ve dealt with them, I’ll accompany you to your place to see what exactly is going on."
"Okay, Dr. Liu, we understand."
"Alright, now the medicine has been administered, and there are no issues, so you can rest early. When you wake up tomorrow, you may feel a burning pain on your skin, but it’s a normal reaction and should disappear by the end of the day."
"Understood. I feel a lot better now than when I was in the cave. Dr. Liu, I must admire you."
"Okay, if there’s nothing else, you should go to sleep early. The medicine does its work just once; all right, I won’t disturb you any longer. I’ll head outside."
"Dr. Liu, I’m really sorry. Ever since we arrived, we’ve been occupying your room, and you haven’t had much rest these past few days."
"Haha, no problem, I’m used to it. Sometimes I don’t sleep all night because of the patients. Now, being able to sleep on the couch outside is already pretty good. Alright, let’s not talk about this anymore. You go and rest first."
After bidding farewell to the grandfather and grandson, he walked out of the room.
Initially, he thought that after treating them, there wouldn’t be anything to worry about, but unexpectedly, his master had left him such a daunting task.
Even though he hadn’t seen his master for several years, he figured the master must always be thinking of him, and everything the master did was with deep purpose.
If that’s the case, then Liu Zheng must choose to accept the task and see it through. He had to find out who the poisoner was.
Another question lingered: who exactly was this person, and how did they manage to develop such a powerful medicine?
