Practicing Medicine Abroad

The following morning, Linsey left the camp.

This trip was just a trial; he didn't bring many people with him, only two figures, one big and one small, by his side.

Linsey knew the importance of cultivating loyal followers, especially in diplomacy.

But among the people Linsey trusted most in the camp— Sand Dune was on a secret mission to the south to gather information; Hammer was to stay in the camp to oversee the overall situation; and as for Hilude, even if she hadn't caused any trouble for a few months, Linsey couldn't possibly trust her to take charge of diplomatic work.

So it's very subtle.

The last people he brought with him were Tie Yu, who was in charge of the treatment, and Vivian, who was still quite young.

Although the latter is young, he is indeed a talent worth cultivating.

The territory is now on the right track for development.

This time, Linsey didn't rush. Instead, she led her two younger relatives, one older and one younger, on foot southward across the Wasteland.

To take care of the two of them, Linsey set up camp by the roadside to rest on the evening of the first day.

After he had prepared dinner, Tie Yu suppressed his craving for food and asked curiously:

"Lord Linsey, those insectoids are really stronger than humans. How much stronger?"

After a moment's thought, Linsey gave an example:

"Think about how high a flea can jump? And how many times heavier than its own body can an ant drag? Although it's impossible to achieve such absurd efficiency after its size is enlarged, this species still has some Constitution strength."

"..."

Tie Yu remained silent for a moment after hearing this, before blushing and speaking:

"Um, I... I haven't seen many insects."

"..."

Yes, this is Wasteland.

Linsey was somewhat speechless, so he resorted to a more general statement:

"In short—if neither side is an Awakened, then the physical abilities of these insectoids are definitely several levels stronger than those of humans. Just think of it that way."

Linsey explained to Tie Yu.

Vivian, standing to the side, carefully took a bite of the grilled meat.

Having tasted such delicious food once again, a happy smile appeared on the girl's face. Then she asked Linsey:

"Lord Linsey, what about their lifespan?"

"If they possessed such superior physical abilities, wouldn't they have ruled the world long ago?"

Linsey explained:

"Their lifespan is inherently shorter than that of humans. This is exacerbated after contracting the disease; at most, they can only live for about 10 years. As for ruling the world..."

Linsey paused, then shook her head with a hint of wistfulness:

"The military strength of many worlds ultimately depends on the limits of the awakened ones."

"And this place is, after all, within the sphere of influence of the City of Law Faction. In the face of those Seventh Stage or even Eighth Stage Awakened, ordinary beings are just mortals, and no matter how many there are or how strong their Constitution are, it is meaningless."

Hearing this, Vivian's expression turned somewhat downcast:

"I only heard stories from my father about those Righteous Walker."

"Even if they wanted to achieve their own ideals, why did they have to destroy our world into what it is today..."

Linsey reached out and patted the little girl's head:

"How can you know the truth of such a thing without seeing it?"

"In short, in this world, everyone should look at the present and live in the moment."

"..."

Three days later.

Linsey brought two followers to the canyon where the Insectoid Tribe lived.

The area is still shrouded in mist, and the valley is covered with lush vegetation.

Tie Yu and Vivian had never heard of such a thing before. Even though they were prepared, they were still taken aback by what they saw and were even a little at a loss.

"Don't worry, there's no danger."

Linsey led the way into the room.

The three filed in, and because of their previous dealings, no Mutated Sheath Blade Insect rushed out to attack this time.

After the three waited for a while, two members of the Insectoid Tribe emerged from a hidden passage beside the valley.

"Powerful human, you've come again."

Linsey replied:

"Didn't I make a promise to you before I left last time?"

"This time we've achieved results. Come and test it out."

The Insectoid Tribe remains highly vigilant.

The two insectoids exchanged a glance; one stayed behind to watch over Linsey and the others, while the other returned underground.

I waited a few more minutes.

The elder insectoid leader that Linsey had met before emerged from underground with the other tribal members.

Linsey explained the situation.

Surprisingly, the test subject chosen by the Insectoid Tribe was not an ordinary member, but rather the leader himself who stepped forward:

"A truly powerful individual."

"I don't have much time left, so let me start with myself."

The short lifespan shaped the Insectoid Tribe's unique perspective on this matter.

When this leader stepped forward, there wasn't even a hint of regret in his tone; it was as if it were the most natural thing in the world.

"..."

"We'll do everything we can." Linsey patted Tie Yu on the shoulder. "Go for it. It's time to see how you've done all this time."

Tie Yu walked up to the leader of the Insectoid Tribe.

He looked at the other person's appearance.

The carapace, the strange skin, the ferocious mouthparts—all these things made Tie Yu instinctively tremble.

But the young man immediately perked up when he thought that this was a task assigned by Linsey.

As he took out the prepared medicine, he explained:

"My treatment plan is to use the method of fighting poison with poison."

"The process will be somewhat painful. If you feel unwell, please tell me immediately so I can treat your condition..."

Tie Yu began his treatment, with Linsey and Vivian providing support from the sidelines.

As originally planned, this treatment process would last for two weeks, with the other insectoids watching from the sidelines.

Linsey can take care of her own food and water; she's just waiting for time to pass.

But three days later, the situation changed drastically.

The development of drugs at Medical Station involves research on the human body.

The objective fact is that the digestive system of insects is different from that of humans.

They metabolize drugs faster and are more receptive to their effects more quickly.

On the third night, the canyon was shrouded in gloom.

Suddenly, a pale yellow liquid spurted out from the soft abdomen of the Insectoid Tribe leader with a "poof".

Seeing this, Tie Yu stood up somewhat bewildered.

He looked at Linsey almost instinctively:

"Lord Linsey, he... he seems to be better now?"

"..."

"All done! So fast?"

Linsey led Vivian over to take a look.

Meanwhile, the leaders of the Insectoid Tribe rose again.

He exuded a sense of weakness, yet his worm-like face inexplicably gave off a vibrant feeling:

"Powerful human, you have fulfilled the promise between us."

The old insect-man's voice was still hoarse, but it possessed a strange strength as he continued:

"If you have any requests, please state them now."

"Get rid of the disease—I now understand how important that is to us."

"As long as the entire canyon can be purified, we will do our best to fulfill all your needs!"