Online: I Can See Health Bars Chapter 1566 - 699: Before or After (Part 2)

But the primary reason for his visit this time is indeed this; everything else is merely a byproduct.

Therefore, Song Zhenrong must ask and obtain results to provide an explanation to the people, to justify the immense cost of this trip.

However, he didn’t understand that these costs were actually brought upon himself by his own actions.

Because...

"Ding Hui said, tomorrow she should be able to develop the antidote to the Water Poison. But if Ding Hui is sent out to save people, the research progress will be delayed, and the timing of the antidote’s completion could be problematic."

"Captain Song, today we have treated the patients in the east temporarily; tomorrow, will the patients in the west also have Water Poison outbreaks requiring immediate suppression? Wouldn’t the patients in the south and north also need treatment?"

"With delays, those who initially have mild Water Poison might be dragged into severe cases, and by then, even Ding Hui would be at a loss."

"Treatment is not a cure, Captain Song. Ding Hui’s previous methods merely suppressed the illness rather than curing it. What she’s researching now is truly the fundamental solution to save countless people."

"If you truly want to save people, you shouldn’t disrupt Ding Hui now. Instead, wait patiently, stabilize the situation, and once the antidote is out, celebrate universally, wouldn’t you agree?"

Fang Yu didn’t expect that one day he would be preaching to others.

Fang Yu thought perhaps this was due to... his somewhat indifferent nature? After all, he couldn’t embrace great compassion and could only save those around him, a range much smaller than Monk Quan Heng’s concern for ’the people in front of him.’

And those unfamiliar Water Poison patients, even if they were to die from poisoning, might just be numbers in his eyes, not even visible in a specific casualty report, let alone evoking empathy.

Thus, he can speak such somewhat harsh words.

"Mr. Diao, I understand, I understand your sentiment, but in doing so, won’t the others, those whose lives will be lost today due to Water Poison... Aren’t they being abandoned like this, lying cold, waiting for death?"

Song Zhenrong’s expression still seemed somewhat unable to accept.

But little did anyone know, in reality, Song Zhenrong’s heart had been slightly moved.

Is he a Saint?

Not quite.

He and his sister Song Xi had suffered and witnessed evil during childhood.

But why did he turn out this way?

It was because, after becoming the Captain of the Foolish Underworld, he gradually led a stable life.

Within Thunder City, there were the Ten Pillars and Ten Major Families; demon invasions were rare, making it relatively safe.

As the largest nearby town, it also boasted high foot traffic and efficient information dissemination.

With Song Zhenrong’s diligent efforts and his childhood experience, he became more compassionate and serious towards ordinary people. His career in the Foolish Underworld rose, and his reputation spread broadly among the people, even reaching other townships.

Fairness, kindness, justice...

Initially, Song Zhenrong didn’t care, but as his fame grew, the spread of his reputation began to compel him to continually do the right things.

Under various accumulations, his image became clearer.

And it seemed his personality began to unknowingly align with the image that circulated, becoming increasingly similar and fitting!

Now, he had left Thunder City and was no longer the Captain of the Foolish Underworld, but the mask he wore had long fused with him.

He is now Captain Song, fairness incarnate, standing up for the people as Captain Song!

Thus, while Fang Yu’s words made sense, Song Zhenrong couldn’t do it. He had become the person people spoke of, and he must save people, equally save everyone who needs help.

This isn’t something he’s doing for image but rather, after years of accumulation, life has turned him into this person!

Therefore, the expression on Song Zhenrong’s face at this moment is genuine! To anyone who comes before him, they will inevitably see the deepest sincerity from within him because Song Zhenrong has already become this kind of person.

"I’m not suggesting we leave them to die; instead, gather those severe patients to the Foolish Underworld. Once Ding Hui finishes her antidote research, I’ll immediately send people over with it for them to try." Fang Yu said.

If worse comes to worst, urge Ding Hui a bit; she’s surely got a way. With her skills, curing might be troublesome, but delaying the illness should be abundant.

Fang Yu’s response immediately invigorated Song Zhenrong, bringing a look of joy to his face.

"On behalf of the city’s citizens, I thank Mr. Diao!!"

Fang Yu waved his hand, saying it was a mere trifle.

The real insight came from Nanyuan Xian, who knew Song Zhenrong belonged to his side and didn’t kill him.

Otherwise, if Song Zhenrong truly died, given Song Zhenrong’s favors to him, the cooperation with the Nanyuan Family would indeed collapse; surely some heads would roll together down the Netherworld Path.

But this kind of minor intimidation is painless at present.

Receiving Fang Yu’s reassurance, Song Zhenrong was ready to depart, quickly organizing the gathering of severe patients, waiting for the antidote from Divine Doctor Ding to be ready.

However, wanting to leave, the Nanyuan Family wouldn’t release people easily, necessitating Fang Yu to accompany him to speak to Nanyuan Xian.

"Young Master Diao!" Nanyuan Xian stood up from his seat, expressing surprise at Fang Yu’s arrival, although everyone knew it was an act.

"Lord Nanyuan Xian, once again I must disturb you. My friend’s rash visit this time has caused much trouble. I ask for your leniency, not to hold it against him, and give a pass."

Though Fang Yu was internally cynical about the old fellow, he still went through the formalities outwardly.

He even intended to pay respects but was stopped by Nanyuan Xian stepping forward to support him.

"Nothing of that sort! You’re all speaking like outsiders! As Young Master Diao’s friend, you are also a friend of the Nanyuan Family, why fuss over little matters!"

"I knew Lord Nanyuan is generous and wouldn’t blame you, Captain Song, so apologize to Lord Nanyuan, and let’s consider the matter closed."

Song Zhenrong then stepped forward to pay respects.

"Lord Nanyuan, I was reckless and wrong in this matter..."

"Oh, come now, no need for that, we’re all family!"

Nanyuan Xian interrupted outright, showing a face of harmony.

"Come, come, sit down, let’s not stand on ceremony, Young Master Diao and Captain Song are too formal."

Fang Yu rolled his eyes internally but kept a slight nod while speaking.

"Lord Nanyuan, another matter: the commoners who accompanied Captain Song here, they’re also innocent, just momentarily impetuous. May I request Lord Nanyuan to give me face and release them."

"Ha ha ha ha! Of course! Release them all! I’ll instruct someone to handle it later!"

Nanyuan Xian, unexpectedly accommodating.

Fang Yu looked back, exchanged a glance with Song Zhenrong, then smiled and said.

"Then, we’ll trouble Lord Nanyuan."

Following that was a round of pleasantries before taking leave.

Once Fang Yu and the others departed, Nanyuan Xian stroked his beard with a confident look of control.

"Someone, call Jun’er over. I have some orders for him."

...

Qu Ze was released.

Ignorantly following Song Zhenrong, charging towards the Nanyuan Family, never expecting such consequences, his experiences were a rollercoaster.

Initially witnessing his companions mercilessly killed by the Nanyuan Family’s Hospital Protection Team, falling like grass.

Then being detained by the Nanyuan Family, locked up, believing he would die here or dragged onto the street for execution someday, as a public deterrent.

Surprisingly, he was released just after being imprisoned, finding freedom.

And all of this was thanks to Captain Song’s plea!

"Captain Song, Captain Song, your kindness, Qu Ze will remember forever!!"

He had completely forgotten why he was in such a predicament, his mind filled with gratitude for narrowly escaping death.

Many people were in the same situation as him.

They would amplify Song Zhenrong’s reputation broadly.

And the spread reputation would feedback to Song Zhenrong, making him... more like Captain Song.

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