When Crocus came to Luo Ze and Ellie's home, he carried a great deal of medicinal herbs in his hands.
Over the past year, aside from spending most of his time inside Laboon's body, Crocus often made time to come to the island and check on the siblings.
At first, he had indeed chosen to save Luo Ze because of the information about the Rumbar Pirates that Luo Ze possessed. But as they spent more time together, Crocus grew increasingly fond of Ellie.
He liked the little girl's strong and kind nature. Over the past year, while Luo Ze had been unconscious, Ellie, barely five and a half years old, had supported herself by fishing. Not only did she have to feed herself, but she also had to feed Luo Ze.
Later, Crocus even began visiting the island frequently to see Ellie. He not only brought her interesting things, but also taught her his medical knowledge early on, personally showing her how to identify herbs, prepare medicine, and treat illnesses.
Crocus had come for the same reason today. He had happened to acquire some medicine highly beneficial to Luo Ze's condition, and since he had not visited Ellie in a long time, he had Laboon bring him back to the island before entering the village alone.
But he had not expected to see Luo Ze walking out just as he reached their wooden cabin.
Crocus froze slightly and stood there for a long while. Then, delighted, he quickly strode toward Luo Ze.
"Ha ha, you brat, you actually woke up! That's wonderful! Ha ha!"
Crocus laughed happily and patted Luo Ze on the shoulder. He was not merely glad that he could obtain information about the Rumbar Pirates. More than that, he was happy for Ellie.
Over the past year,