Apocalyptic Flood: Sexy Beauty Neighbor's Midnight Plea for Food Chapter 1114 - 459: Sudden Illness

Monsoon originally belonged to the Phoenix Temple, which stood as one of the four foundation powers within the Yangshan region.

Alongside Han Ben and Wang Xiao, he once served as a professional courier for the Phoenix Temple leadership.

All three of these individuals possess Speed Type Superpowers. During the early stages of the apocalypse, they frequently visited the Fire Bamboo Forest to conduct trade for Blast Arrows with Liang Yuan.

It was Monsoon who served as the specific contact chosen by Director Hong to coordinate intelligence deliveries to Liang Yuan during that period.

Following Liang Yuan’s unification of Yangshan, a significant number of Phoenix Temple members transitioned into his organization.

After undergoing a period of rigorous service, Monsoon and his associates eventually shed their Phoenix Temple identity. Currently, they operate as team captains within the command center of the Gale Camp in Yangshan.

The Gale Camp is an elite unit composed entirely of Speed Type Superpower Users, specializing in sensitive tasks such as reconnaissance, communication, and intelligence transmission.

Upon witnessing Monsoon’s frantic arrival and hearing him exclaim that something was wrong, Liang Yuan felt an immediate sense of unease and demanded, "Give me the details."

Visibly anxious, Monsoon blurted out, "Mr. Liang, it appears an outbreak has begun within the shelter. We have observed symptoms in dozens of people already, and Dr. Yang requested that I notify you without delay."

A dark cloud crossed Liang Yuan’s face, and Ding Yan, standing at his side, reacted with immediate alarm, "What? An infectious disease?"

"What specific type of disease is this?" Liang Yuan pressed urgently.

Monsoon explained in a rush, "The origin is unclear, but the infected are suffering from high fevers, irrational jitters, bouts of fainting, and persistent, violent coughing. Several patients in critical condition have already lapsed into a coma."

"Lead me to the medical department immediately. What exactly did Dr. Yang advise?" Liang Yuan commanded.

"I am coming too!" added Ding Yan, tailing them closely.

As Monsoon guided them, he added, "Dr. Yang believes this is an entirely new strain of infection, unlike anything recorded before the world fell into chaos."

"He suspects it is tied to mutated organisms."

Liang Yuan narrowed his brows. A connection to mutated organisms? He realized instantly that the situation was dire, as any ailment linked to such entities was rarely benign.

"Liang Yuan, do you think a virus has undergone its own form of evolution?" Ding Yan questioned.

Shaking his head, he replied, "My medical knowledge is limited. However, your hypothesis has merit. If plants and animals can evolve, there is no biological reason a virus could not follow suit."

The trio moved at top speed, arriving at the medical facility in record time. Just as Ding Yan prepared to step inside, Liang Yuan gripped her arm, pulling her back.

"Hold on."

Ding Yan glanced back, puzzled, "What is the matter?"

"We must ensure our defenses are in place," Liang Yuan said solemnly. He instantly invoked his spiritual power, manifesting a shimmering Spirit Turtle Shield to encase his body.

With this barrier active, any pathogen would first have to penetrate his Spirit Turtle Shield to reach him. Given his current level of cultivation, no mundane virus could hope to pierce such a defense.

Observing this, Ding Yan activated her Empowerment Superpower, cloaking herself in a layer of energy as delicate as cicada wings to seal herself off from the environment.

Monsoon chose to remain outside the perimeter.

After finalizing their preparations, Liang Yuan and Ding Yan entered the medical ward. The area was already packed with people, including Yang Mei.

Liang Yuan’s expression hardened immediately.

"Little brother, you have arrived," Yang Mei stated, walking toward him quickly.

"Why are you here?" Liang Yuan asked, his tone stern.

"He Zi is infected, and I am quite worried," she answered urgently. He Zi was one of her trusted secretaries, and she relied upon her heavily.

"This is madness! This is a contagious disease, and gathering here only heightens the risk of infection!" Liang Yuan reprimanded, "All those not involved in medical care must depart immediately."

Li Xiangyang intervened, "Mr. Liang, Dr. Yang has informed us that because we have had contact with the patients, there is a risk we are already carriers. We are not permitted to leave until cleared."

Liang Yuan froze. If Yang Shenmin had issued such an order, the contagion must be extremely volatile. If even these powerful individuals were at risk, how dangerous was the pathogen?

He turned to Ding Yan, "Ding Yan, leave at once and direct Old Ma to begin building quarantine cabins in the construction sector immediately."

Ding Yan nodded, whispering, "Stay safe."

Liang Yuan gave a clipped nod and produced several Spirit Turtle Shield Talisman Stones, saying gravely, "Everyone, maintain your protection and avoid physical contact with those around you."

After distributing the stones, he ensured everyone understood the importance of isolation. Yang Mei also triggered her Spirit Turtle Shield, looking uneasy, "Little brother, how serious is this truly?"

"I am going inside to examine the situation. All of you must wait out here," Liang Yuan declared, striding into the inner ward.

The interior was overflowing; some patients were forced to sit on chairs due to a lack of available beds. Yang Shenmin and Tang Ying were frantic, aided by a squad of armed women delivering medicinal supplies.

Liang Yuan approached Yang Shenmin, who was frowning while checking a patient’s pulse.

"Dr. Yang, what is the situation?"

Yang Shenmin looked up. He was already fully protected in a bio-suit and gloves, his head encased in a spherical energy bubble—a Spirit Power Defense Shield derived from a White Quality Talisman Stone.

"Mr. Liang, the outlook is poor. I have never encountered this pathogen before," Yang Shenmin sighed. "The disease progresses with terrifying speed. Fever and coughing manifest within three days, with total loss of consciousness expected by the fifth. Once they hit that stage, there is no known recovery."

"Unless they are a Superpower User, most ordinary people pass away within five days."

Liang Yuan’s face remained stoic. "Have you tracked the source of infection?"

"Tang Ying is interviewing all patients now," Yang Shenmin reported. "Most sufferers originate from the port area, with a smaller portion coming from the mines and Meishan. Strangely, our Fire Bamboo Forest sector remains largely unaffected."

"Based on the housing distribution, I strongly suspect the source is the floodwaters themselves. The port workers spend the most time exposed to the water, likely increasing their contact rate. Investigations suggest most of them consumed Mutant Fish recently. However, there were so many types consumed, I cannot pinpoint the specific carrier."

Liang Yuan’s expression darkened. "These people have been eating fish from the Yangshan area for a long time. Why would this sprout up now?"

Yang Shenmin paused, genuinely shocked: "I hadn't considered that. Are you suggesting a human influence?"

"I am merely suspicious. I lack evidence, but further investigation is mandatory," Liang Yuan replied.

"Agreed. We must investigate thoroughly," Yang Shenmin nodded. "However, the priority is to stop everyone from consuming Mutant Fish until we can stop the spread. We must also rush the development of a potential healing serum."

"Is there a viable treatment plan?" Liang Yuan questioned.

"I have a theory, but it requires testing," Yang Shenmin confirmed.

"Very well. Tell me what you need, and you shall have it. We must save these people," Liang Yuan vowed, leaving the professional details to the expert.

"I will do my best."

"I leave the ward to you. I am going to the port to investigate the origin," Liang Yuan announced, instructing Yang Mei and the others outside to remain isolated and not to move.

Liang Yuan then summoned department heads like Zhao Kai and Song Wen for an emergency briefing. The directive was clear: halt all consumption of local fish and institute strict home-quarantines.

Due to the efficiency of the Yangshan command structure, the city went into lockdown by evening. While panic rippled through the population, the strong arm of the patrol squads ensured that everyone remained indoors.

Liang Yuan, accompanied by Zhao Kai, Han Xiangman, and Tu Long, arrived at the dock. They were met by Huang Han, whose eyes were swollen from crying.

"Mr. Liang, have you heard anything from Dr. Yang? My Golden Python is infected," she sobbed.

Liang Yuan grew somber, "Your Golden Python is also ill?"

"Yes. It was fine just two days ago, but it has become lethargic and refuses to eat. It is clearly suffering, and I am helpless to save it. Mr. Liang, please, you must help it!" She collapsed in tears.

Since the apocalypse began, she had lost her family; her only remaining companion was her pet. While other pets had turned on their owners after mutation, her 'Da Huang' had remained loyal, even hunting fish for her. To her, this creature was family, not a beast.

Liang Yuan reassured her, "Don’t lose hope. Dr. Yang is developing a cure. What has it been eating lately?"

"Da Huang hunts in the sea, but I occasionally feed it Red Chicken or Fire Bamboo Rat," she whimpered. "Mostly, though, it relies on sea fish."

Han Xiangman interjected, "With the variety of mutants in those waters, finding the needle in the haystack is nearly impossible."

Zhao Kai added, "What if we collect samples of every common Mutant Fish and test them one by one?"

Liang Yuan frowned; it was a slow, brute-force method, but it was all they had. Suddenly, Huang Han spoke up, "Da Huang is picky. It prefers Red-eyed Silver Carp and small mutant sardines. It only targets these, as they are easier for it to swallow and process."

Liang Yuan’s gaze sharpened, "Are you certain?"

"Absolutely. I know its habits better than anyone."

The group exchanged looks. Han Xiangman commanded, "I will mobilize the Water Ability Users immediately to dive and capture those specific small Mutated Fish for testing."

Liang Yuan nodded sternly, "Ensure everyone is strictly protected during the collection."

"Understood!"

Han Xiangman moved to organize the team. Watching the turbulent, dark water, Liang Yuan felt a cold, lingering sense of dread. This plague felt far too calculated.