Chapter 169

Alchemy Tower, on the third floor.

This is a large room, with various experimental tools displayed on the floor. Each tool is quite expensive, and some are even things you can't find anywhere else.

--Because these were all specially commissioned by Cyrus to be made for the alchemists of the Alchemy Tower.

Building it is no easy task; it requires a great deal of manpower, resources, and funds.

Moreover, currently only the alchemists in the Alchemy Tower need these tools, so they haven't been leaked to the outside world for the time being.

Even the Medical Academy established recently is not as complete as the Alchemy Tower.

At this time, Chipman Norton, Yinke, Feilifu, Yadai, and others were all in this room, gathered around a spot with several cages.

Cyrus, on the other hand, stood a little further back with Judas.

The cages were transported from other rooms beforehand to test the results of the experiment.

Chipman was wearing a white overcoat, and even a white mask over his mouth, as were the others.

However, at this moment, the mask was pulled down to his chin, revealing a smile that Chipman couldn't help but smile.

The master alchemist, unable to hide his delight, said to the others, "Look, these animals' wounds are healing very well."

"Especially this rabbit, it can already hop."

Yinke also said with a happy expression, "Indeed, the wound was stitched up very well, and there are no signs of infection. I think this rabbit has recovered the best."

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"Secondly, there's this little white mouse; it's very energetic."

"Yadai, Feilifu, what do you think?" Chipman nodded with delight, then looked at the other two.

They were all personally selected by the lord to participate in this experiment.

Yadai shared his opinion. "The method of wound suturing and postoperative care both play important roles."

Feilifu scratched his head, muttering with some distress, "I really don't understand why an alchemist like me, who specializes in metal alchemy, has to do experiments with alchemists from your school..."

He glanced furtively at the lord, but since it was the lord's request, he came willingly.

"Our surgical suturing was very successful this time," said Feilifu. "The sterile operating room and disinfection procedures played a significant role in this success."

"Moreover, and most importantly, we chose to suture these animals with absorbable Catgut Suture..."

Chipman nodded; Feilifu's understanding was also very insightful.

They had been experimenting with surgical Suturing Surgery for almost three months, with the first two attempts ending in failure.

This was the third time, and the most successful one.

Earlier, the lord raised the question of whether severe wounds could be sutured—some severe wounds are difficult to heal and can sometimes even be life-threatening.

The purpose of Suturing Surgery wound is to reduce tension during the healing process and restore the function of the skin tissue.

Furthermore, if certain wound locations are not repaired, even if the surface scars heal, the internal functions may be difficult to recover, and may even be permanently lost.

Cyrus Zuoyi also used organs in different parts of the human body, such as skin, tendons, and blood vessels, as examples.

These words caused all the alchemists present to ponder deeply.

Afterwards, Cyrus said he planned to assemble a team to research experimental Suturing Surgery, and the candidates would be selected directly from the alchemists in the Alchemy Tower.

This team needs someone to serve as the lead researcher, and others to serve as assistants, recorders, etc.

The main researchers were naturally those renowned alchemists with achievements in alchemy, and others were also eager to get the opportunity to serve as assistants, recorders, etc.

Cyrus had the final say, and ultimately decided on Chipman, Yinke, and others.

He also participated in some of the research in the early stages, subtly providing hints—such as suturing methods and techniques, and the raw materials of the sutures.

Furthermore, small animals suitable for suturing experiments must be selected.

From mice and rats to frogs and rabbits, the third experiment also included an injured baby monkey.

The animals to be used in these experiments need to be classified into different levels, and their hygiene, presence of pathogens, and other conditions need to be observed in detail.

Then different arrangements will be made.

The most important part is the Suturing Surgery procedure. First, anesthetics and disinfectants are used extensively, and the dosage must be carefully considered according to the animal's size.

During the first experiment, due to a lack of attention, too much anesthetic was administered, which directly led to the death of one of the experimental mice from poisoning.

Fortunately, no problems arose during subsequent surgeries on other laboratory animals.

The suturing process involves inserting the needle, removing the needle, withdrawing the needle, and clamping the needle. The surgical tools are all specially made. In the final step, after removing the needle, an assistant is needed to tie knots and cut the sutures.

Chipman drew a diagram specifically for this, showing the detailed steps of disassembly, which was displayed on the blackboard next to him.

During these three months, Chipman, Yadai, and others immersed themselves almost every day in constant suturing experiments, accumulating experience and becoming highly skilled in Suturing Surgery.

This was the most successful one, because all the wounds on the experimental animals healed completely after being sutured.

Every detail was taken into account.

Chipman then asked Cyrus to come forward.

He said, "My lord, I can now guarantee the success rate of future experimental animal Suturing Surgery."

"Once you've ensured there won't be the slightest mistake and that your suturing technique is perfect, should you then go out and find patients who need Suturing Surgery?"

After all, their ultimate goal in studying Suturing Surgery is to treat serious injuries to people's bodies.

Cyrus said, "Going out to find patients is one aspect, but we can also post or publish messages to encourage patients to come and cooperate with the treatment."

"Although we treat humans based on our experience in suturing animal wounds, animals are not humans after all; there are significant differences between animal and human bodies..."

"Therefore, to ensure that patients who come to cooperate feel at ease, we can provide some material or financial compensation."

"Note that suturing can only be performed with the patient's consent, and we must have the patient sign a surgical consent form beforehand."

Yadai asked, "Surgical consent form?"

"Does the lord think that if the Suturing Surgery is unsuccessful, the patient will cause trouble?"

But such worries are probably unnecessary. After all, the Alchemy Tower belongs to the lord, and who would dare to cause trouble for the lord...?

Cyrus: "No, it's a consent form that clearly outlines the surgical procedure, timeline, potential problems during the surgery, and corresponding treatments."

"The main purpose is to inform patients and their families about the necessity and circumstances of the surgery..."

"Not only do patients need to sign, but the surgeons who will perform the operation also need to sign."

-- Nowadays, those who treat patients in the Desinia Territory are collectively called doctors, which is different from the previous title of physician and also distinguishes them from alchemists.

Yadai nodded upon hearing this.

Chipman, Yinke, Feilifu, and others also understood.

Cyrus stayed inside the Alchemy Tower for a long time, until it was getting dark, when he suddenly realized it was time to go back.

Seeing this Feilifu walked over and said, "My lord, I'll escort you to the entrance of the Alchemy Tower."

Sending it to Par Mountain is out of the question; it's simply impossible.

Two bright, warm kerosene lamps hung at the entrance to the Alchemy Tower.

As Cyrus went out, she paused, and her expression changed slightly.

At that moment, two more carriages were parked at the entrance of the Alchemy Tower: one from His Holiness the Pope and the other from Archibald.

Cyrus breathed a sigh of relief. "Very good, very good. Fortunately, Orville didn't come."

The two of them were undoubtedly there to pick him up.

As expected, both Segalot and Archibald invited him to get in the car so they could return to Par Mountain.

Cyrus sighed.

He turned to Feilifu and said, "It's getting late, you should go back and get some rest."

Feilifu glanced furtively at His Holiness the Pope and His Highness the Prince, then hesitated before nodding, "Then, my lord... I'll head back now. Take care."

"Good."

After Feilifu left, Cyrus walked towards His Holiness the Pope and Archibald, slapping away their outstretched hands and saying, "I have a carriage; why should I ride in the two of you?"

Having said that, he turned and led Judas away.

If only His Holiness the Pope is present, Cyrus will accept the invitation to ride in the carriage together, while the other carriage can be driven by the coachman alone.

But Archie is here tonight too.

They had known each other for a long time, and were not only business partners but also friends.

Cyrus needs to give Archie a cooling-off period in this relationship before she plans to find a time to have a proper talk with him...

Three carriages left the Alchemy Tower one after the other.

Soon after, they returned to the castle in Par Mountain. At this time, the fluffy creatures were still very active, and they would only go to sleep after playing around for a while.

When Cyrus, the Pope, and the other two entered the hall, they saw Orville sitting alone in a chair, holding the already drowsy Rollie in his arms.

He was surrounded by fluffy creatures.

Cyrus paused, feeling as if he had even caught a fleeting glimpse of a smile on Orville's lips for a moment.

"Cough..."

Orville paused slightly as he stroked the Rollie ball.

He looked up at Cyrus and said, "You're back."

Then, his voice dropped two decibels and grew considerably colder as he addressed the Pope and Archibald: "You've returned."

Cyrus: "..."

Orville, you're clearly showing favoritism.

He walked over and asked, "Why aren't you asleep yet?"

Orville stood up, holding Rollie in his arms, his voice gentle. "I've been waiting for you to come back, Little Zuoyi."

While you're at it, give the fluffy little ones a pat.

Is that so...?

Cyrus expressed skepticism about this.

Are you sure it's not most important to pet the fluffy creatures first, and then you can just wait for him as a secondary consideration?!