The recovered female patient looked at Yun Ming and Ya Li. She didn't feel much about their protective suits, which were clearly different from the other physicians, but when she saw Yun Ming's eyes, as deep as the night, she felt a strong connection.
Seeing those eyes, the young female patient could guarantee that beneath the atmosphere of Yun Ming's handsome mask was definitely an even more handsome face.
Ya Li, who had been quite happy watching the young female patient recover, saw this person start staring at Yun Ming the moment she woke up, and her previously happy mood suddenly became less so. Although she knew this woman before her definitely had no chance, she just felt a bit uncomfortable.
Ya Li stepped forward, blocking the female patient's line of sight, and asked in a gentle, soft voice.
"Do you feel better now?"
At this moment, the female patient also noticed Ya Li. Looking at Ya Li's large, ink-green eyes, she confirmed that Ya Li was a beauty, and then... that was it; her observational skills were entirely used for admiring beauty.
The female patient replied politely to Ya Li.
"Much better, thank you!"
Afterward, she shifted her gaze back to Yun Ming and asked him in a soft, sweet voice.
"Physician Brother, are you the new physician assigned to our ward?"
"My name is Gu Yan, I'll be counting on you, Physician Brother!"
Hearing this girl named Gu Yan treat her as if she were invisible and call her Yun Ming "brother," Ya Li's mood plummeted.
Vaguely, Yun Ming seemed to sense some familiar danger, the kind he had felt around some older and younger sisters back in his clan. When he looked at Ya Li, well~ he confirmed it; she was the source. Regarding such matters, Yun Ming naturally had to respond calmly, so he replied indifferently.
"I am not a physician here; I am merely a 'debt' collector passing through!"
Not giving Gu Yan a chance to continue her infatuation, Yun Ming began to ask about the real business.
"Miss Gu, could you tell me in detail the entire process of your illness from the moment you were infected with the plague until now, as well as any information you know about the plague?"
Hearing Yun Ming ask this question, Gu Yan's memories of the plague were reawakened. She let out a soft sigh, then spoke to Yun Ming and Ya Li with a relaxed expression.
"Of course I can!"
"This 'Wind Death Disease,' which is the name the city gave to this plague, although it has caused quite a stir, its manifestations are actually quite easy to understand!"
"It's just a constant recurrence of common cold symptoms, each time more severe than the last, until finally, the person can no longer hold on, their vitality is severed, and they pass away."
Hearing Gu Yan say that this Wind Death Disease would recur repeatedly, Yun Ming asked with some uncertainty.
"Then Miss Gu, have you already recovered a few times? Or..."
Gu Yan answered truthfully.
"I have been infected with this Wind Death Disease for seven days, and this is my second brief recovery. According to the situation of previous infected people, it seems that apart from a few, most cannot survive the third time."
Seeing the expression on Gu Yan's face as she said this, Yun Ming's heart sank, and he felt deeply moved.
Seeing the silence fall in the ward and the emotion revealed in Yun Ming's eyes, Gu Yan spoke up.
"Physician Brother, there is no need to be sad for me. I have actually come to terms with it; birth, aging, sickness, and death are the reincarnation of all things. Although I might be leaving a little early and missing out on quite a bit of 'scenery,' I can also avoid a lot of suffering!"
Seeing the look of relief on Gu Yan's face as she said this, the slight awkwardness in Ya Li's heart vanished, and she felt filled with pity for this "young girl" whose biological age was older than her own.
It was a pity that a young, cheerful, and vibrant girl was likely about to die because of the conspiracy of bored people, and such pity might only grow more frequent in the future. Thinking of this, Ya Li's desire to unearth the mastermind and save the masses became even stronger. She said to Gu Yan.
"Rest assured! We will find a way to treat the 'Wind Death Disease,' and you will survive!"
Hearing Ya Li's words, Gu Yan smiled without paying much attention, and then... she continued to stare at Yun Ming. Every look was one less chance to see him! She had to cherish it doubly!!!
Watching Gu Yan fixate on Yun Ming again, Ya Li didn't know whether to be angry or amused by this girl who was a bit too optimistic.
Afterward, Yun Ming conducted a comprehensive examination of Gu Yan, including tests for poisoning.
The test results showed that Gu Yan was not poisoned, nor did she have any other illnesses or signs of the plague.
Seeing this, Yun Ming thought for a moment and asked Gu Yan.
"Miss Gu, what time do your physicians usually come to the ward next?"
Gu Yan looked at the moon outside the window, estimated the time, and replied.
"In about two hours."
After understanding this, Yun Ming said to Ya Li.
"I am going to the Physician Gathering Point and the morgue. You stay here to look after Gu Yan! If she has another episode, use your ability to treat her and see if it has any effect!"
After speaking, Yun Ming naturally took Ya Li's hand. A purple soul ring appeared at his feet, shining with a noble purple light. Then, white light surged in Ya Li's hand, finally condensing into the ancient characters for 'Sky Support.' As Yun Ming's intent shifted, the glowing characters vanished. Without letting go of her hand, he instructed her.
"If there are any problems, inject your soul power into the Sky Support Mark to notify me!"
The Atlas Spear's second soul skill, 'Sky Support Mark'; an auxiliary soul skill. The effect allows Yun Ming to use his Sky Support Power remotely through the mark, with infinite uses. The drawback is that the number of marks is limited, and the number that can exist simultaneously is directly proportional to Yun Ming's soul power cultivation. Currently, with Yun Ming's cultivation as a soul elder, three marks can exist at once. It was obtained from a rare dual-attribute soul beast of spirit and space, the Amethyst Spirit Fox.
Yun Ming had already used it once on Oscar outside the city and had briefly explained it to everyone, so Ya Li was not surprised.
Feeling the familiar yet long-lost sensation of holding hands, Ya Li naturally and concernedly said to Yun Ming.
"I understand, you be careful too!"
Yun Ming nodded, then left the ward and disappeared.
Gu Yan had watched the entire interaction between Yun Ming and Ya Li, which was plain yet ambiguous. After seeing Yun Ming leave, she saw the concern in Ya Li's eyes and asked her.
"Big sister, was that Physician Brother just now your boyfriend?"
Hearing Gu Yan's question, Ya Li glanced at her and replied casually.
"No, he is my husband!"
Although he is not right now, he was in the past, and he will be in the future, Ya Li thought to herself.
Meanwhile, after leaving Gu Yan's hospital room, Yun Ming began searching for the locations of the Physician Gathering Point and the Morgue.
Because these were all temporary arrangements, the map belonging to Zhang Tong, a City Guard Branch Team leader, did not have these places marked. After searching for a few minutes, Yun Ming realized that looking like this was not a viable method and decided to find someone to lead the way.
As for the method! Yun Ming was in a rush, so it would have to be kidnapping—the kind where if they didn't comply, he would threaten to tear up the ticket!
ps: Today is May Day, Guantou wishes all you esteemed readers a happy holiday!!!
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