Typically, B-type influenza viruses only spread within a small area.

At this moment, Shen Qiang, observing the virus within the Plague Source leaf, was like watching under a microscope, able not only to clearly see those flu germs quietly undergoing subtle changes.

He could also vividly sense from the Plague Source that these lines of flu germs were rapidly evolving from HA1, HA2, towards a higher level, in virtually the blink of an eye.

There were eight mutation points in its cellular nodes.

Such a terrifying speed of evolution made Shen Qiang involuntarily draw in a breath of cold air.

Normally, when infected with an ordinary B-type influenza, one would usually just sneeze, cough, have a runny nose, and in more severe cases develop a fever, headache, and sore throat.

Only in the most severe cases, combined with the patient's immune system being too weak, could it possibly lead to a very few deaths.

But the situation was different now.

The flu virus, evolving crazily, had virtually completed its initial evolution while Shen Qiang was observing it.

Though these B-type influenza germs still retained the B-type influenza's genes, they were fundamentally different in essence.

If it were just an ordinary B-type influenza, one could simply take some cold medicine, or even without it, generally recover within seven days.

But clearly, after eight cellular nodes had mutated, the specific drugs for B-type influenza were no longer effective.

More crucially, this B-type influenza germ was still evolving!

There was not the slightest indication that it would stop anytime soon.

Not only that, but what horrified Shen Qiang even more was that not only the germs were evolving, but the fungi and bacteria in the other two leaves were also crazily evolving at a pace that alarmed Shen Qiang.

Such a discovery turned Shen Qiang's face pale; the beautiful emerald leaves in front of him were terrifying enough to make Shen Qiang shudder.

One must understand.

Once the epidermis of the Plague Source shattered.

The B-type influenza virus and antigens produced by the evolved fungi and bacteria could almost instantly paralyze Shen Qiang's immune system.

Then what awaited Shen Qiang would be endless high fever, organ failure..., and ultimately, death was undoubtedly waiting for him!

Looking at the pale-faced Shen Qiang, Qingxuan also looked horrified, trembling as she said, "Master, it is growing, if you can't control it, please eradicate it immediately."

At these words, Shen Qiang was taken aback and involuntarily called out in his mind, "Plague Source? Can you hear my voice?"

A brief silence of less than a second felt like an eternity.

"Daddy, daddy, daddy..."

Perceiving the emotion from the Plague Source akin to a baby's coquettish behavior, Shen Qiang was stunned and then overjoyed, trying to communicate with it through his mind.

"Are you calling me daddy?"

The emotion of the Plague Source became clear and distinct.

"Yes, yes, you are my daddy."

Shen Qiang's eyes immediately lit up, "Hey, alright, good son, wave to daddy."

Immediately after, Shen Qiang saw the Plague Source's three leaves swaying joyfully towards him.

This discovery allowed Shen Qiang to breathe a sigh of relief.

At least under such circumstances, Shen Qiang could confirm that his cheap, newfound Plague Source son would definitely not poison him easily.

"Don't worry, it has a good relationship with me."

Hearing this, Qingxuan also breathed a sigh of relief, then looked at the Plague Source with horror and said, "It's good that the master can control it. Back in the day, for the sake of this seed, the Five Emperors died in battle. If it obeys the master's command, there might be hope for saving Central State."

Shen Qiang frowned upon hearing this and after a moment of silence said, "I remember that the Empress once mentioned that you guys tried to eradicate the Plague Source. How did you do it at that time?"

Qingxuan's eyes immediately lit up: "The Five Emperors took action themselves, their swords shattering the sky, and with one swing they shredded the Plague Source's leaves."

This statement startled Shen Qiang.

"Using swords to chop it?"

Qingxuan said as if it were obvious: "Since it's a tree, then by chopping up its leaves and digging out its roots, it will naturally be eradicated. It's just that the Plague Source was too huge, nearly a hundred zhang tall, so only the Five Emperors could take action."

Hearing this, Shen Qiang, who was momentarily speechless, stared blankly at Qingxuan who wore a proud and admiring expression.

Yet in his heart, he was screaming.

"Are the people of the Immortal Realm idiots? These leaves are filled with bacteria, fungi, and pathogens that have undergone crazy evolution; it's a hundred zhang high, which means more than three hundred thirty meters."

"After the leaves are chopped up, countless horrifying fungi, bacteria, and pathogens would drift with the wind for miles."

"Without specific drugs and with no understanding of infection prevention, it would be strange if people didn't die!"

However, after reflecting for a moment, Shen Qiang felt he could understand.

After all, the fact that bacteria, pathogens, and fungi can spread through the air has only become commonly known in the last few decades, with the vigorous promotion by the state. To expect the technologically undeveloped cultivators of the Immortal Realm to be aware of these microorganisms and guard against them strictly is clearly unrealistic.

As he was thinking this, he suddenly felt a soft body lean against him.

Shen Qiang opened his eyes and immediately saw the charming Xin Xiaoting lazily snuggle up to him. Not only did she wrap her jadearms tightly around Shen Qiang's waist, but she also pursed her tender red lips and acted coquettishly, "I feel like I've caught a cold, I don't want to get up."

Shen Qiang laughed, and with a gentle hand, he lifted her nightgown and chuckled, "Alright, I'll give you an injection."

The blushing Xin Xiaoting cast a flirtatious look at Shen Qiang and complained, "No, I have an exam today. If I get messed up further, I won't be able to leave the bed at all."

Shen Qiang laughed.

Suddenly having an idea, he said, "Lie down, and I'll give you a massage."

"You know how?" Xin Xiaoting looked at him with surprise.

Shen Qiang laughed and replied, "Of course."

"You're not going to take advantage of me, are you?" Xin Xiaoting's eyes gleamed mischievously.

Shen Qiang slapped her pert bottom and laughed, "Behave."

A blushing Xin Xiaoting pouted, then lay down on the bed.

Shen Qiang stood up, admiring Xin Xiaoting's perfect, slender figure before he started to massage her gently using the methods of True Qi massage from the Medical Saint Inheritance.

But as the massage continued, not long after, the feverish body of Xin Xiaoting felt incredibly relaxed and comfortable. Not only did her fatigue from the past several days vanish, but she also became radiant and lively.

Not only that, but after just one massage session,

when the shy Xin Xiaoting got up, she was still surprised to feel that the waist of her nightgown seemed a bit looser.

"Maybe it's just my imagination, but why do I feel like my waist has gotten slimmer..."

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