Chapter 119: Deepening Deep
into the mysterious and unpredictable lands of the Star Dou Great Forest, the hunting operation slipped by quietly, and half a month flew by in a flash.
Like a giant python crawling through thorns, the army advanced deeper and deeper into the forest.
As the exploration deepened, the surroundings became increasingly treacherous, and danger loomed ever closer. The once relaxed pace of the hunt was completely disrupted, and Liu Feng's work dynamics underwent a drastic change.
Initially, Liu Feng's life was relatively comfortable.
With his miraculous healing spirit skill, "Endless Life," he could rapidly heal wounded soldiers with a simple wave of his hand, making his work effortless.
However, in recent days, the situation has taken a turn for the worse.
As the army deepened deeper into the forest, wounded soldiers poured in like a tide. Relying solely on spirit skills to heal, Liu Feng's spirit power reserves were rapidly depleted.
Forced to return to his old profession, he employed his solid surgical skills to wage a grueling battle against the pain.
At this moment, the atmosphere in the makeshift medical tent was so oppressive that it was almost suffocating.
Dim light flickered in the air, and the strong smell of blood and herbs intertwined, permeating every inch of the space.
Liu Feng stood in front of a simple operating table, concentrating on treating a seriously injured soldier.
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He took a deep breath, calming his inner tension and anxiety, and carefully concentrated the power of his "Endless Life" spirit skill in his palms.
Instantly, his hands glowed with a soft, gentle, pale green light. While not as dazzling as when exerting full force, it held a subtle, healing energy that subtly and silently moistened the body.
Liu Feng steadily grasped the scalpel, his eyes gleaming with concentration.
His movements were gentle and precise, each stroke meticulously removing the dead flesh from the wound, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue.
During the operation, the soldier groaned in agony.
But he suppressed his inner pangs, softly soothing the soldier, "Hold on a little longer, it will be over soon. Don't be afraid."
Those soothing words, like the warm spring sun, brought the soldier a touch of comfort and peace amidst the pain.
He continued the operation methodically, the scalpel in his hand dancing like a nimble butterfly.
After dealing with the rotting flesh, Liu Feng began suturing the wound.
His fingers moved deftly between the needle and thread, his movements skillful and fluid. In a short while, the previously hideous wound was neatly stitched back together, like a meticulously restored work of art.
Then, he gently placed his hand, brimming with the power of his soul skill, over the wound. The pale green light ignited the tissue's healing and regeneration.
Although this treatment method couldn't instantly restore the soldiers to their original state, it allowed their wounds to heal at a considerable rate, greatly reducing Liu Feng's spiritual energy consumption and allowing him to conserve more energy to rescue more wounded.
Just as Liu Feng was fully immersed in the treatment work, Elder Sun and the three Wang brothers walked into the tent with steady steps.
Elder Sun spoke first, his voice tinged with concern. "Liu Feng, you've worked hard. Take a break."
Liu Feng raised his head, beads of sweat covering his forehead. He smiled, a slightly tired yet still warm smile. "Elder Sun, you're here. It's not hard work. This is all my job."
Elder Sun looked around at the wounded lying densely packed on the makeshift beds in the tent. His brows furrowed slightly, a hint of worry in his expression. "The number of injured is increasing. If this trend continues, the pressure on us will be considerable."
Liu Feng nodded seriously, the worry on his face becoming more and more obvious. "Yes, these past few days have felt busier than the previous two weeks combined."
"What's going on?"
Wang Qiang, the eldest of the three Wang brothers, took a step forward and said seriously. "It seems to me that we should be almost out of the forest's perimeter."
"Although the army's marching speed is not fast, we've reached this stage in two weeks."
"At this point, there's a high probability of encountering thousand-year-old spirit beasts, which is why ordinary soldiers are getting injured more frequently."
Upon hearing this, Liu Feng's heart suddenly tightened, and a look of surprise and worry crossed his face. "A thousand-year soul beast?"
"Then will we continue in? A thousand-year soul beast is powerful, and it can't be easily dealt with by numbers. Even with the presence of soul masters, ordinary soldiers probably won't even have a chance to help."
Wang Hong nodded slightly, a gentle smile on his face, and patiently explained, "Ordinary soldiers will basically stop here, and we will set up camp here."
"However, the soul masters in the army will have to go deeper."
After hearing this, Liu Feng's doubts were slightly alleviated, but curiosity still drove him to ask, "Then how far will the soul masters go?"
Elder Sun stepped forward, his expression calm and steady, his eyes revealing the calmness and composure of a veteran. "Generally speaking, they will reach the activity area of 5,000-year soul beasts."
"Although that area is full of dangers, as long as we are cautious, have the advantage in numbers, and make thorough preparations, we can still ensure safety."
"I've been in the army for so many years, and I've participated in hunting expeditions seven or eight times. I've only encountered a ten-thousand-year-old spirit beast once, and that time was a close call.
There's no need to worry."
Hearing Elder Sun's words, Liu Feng and the three Wang brothers felt a sense of relief.
Liu Feng looked at Elder Sun with gratitude, his eyes gleaming with trust. "With Elder Sun's words, we feel much more at ease."
Elder Sun patted Liu Feng's shoulder gently and said earnestly, "Don't overwork yourself. Balance work and rest. Leave these wounded to us."
Liu Feng glanced at Elder Sun gratefully, his eyes filled with emotion. "Thank you, Elder Sun! Your help makes my life much easier."
Liu Feng, Elder Sun, and the three Wang brothers quickly set to work treating the wounded.
With clear divisions of labor and tacit cooperation, Liu Feng utilized his superb medical skills and unique spirit abilities to treat the seriously injured, while the three Wang brothers employed their spirit fusion technique, "Fresh White Lotus," to provide comprehensive support.
Through their combined efforts, the wounded's condition gradually stabilized, and the previously oppressive atmosphere in the tents gradually eased.
In the days that followed, the army set up camp in the area. The ordinary soldiers frantically fortified the camp, preparing for the impending unknown danger.
Meanwhile, the spirit masters actively organized themselves, discussing detailed plans for their journey deeper into the forest day and night.
Although Liu Feng wasn't participating in the in-depth operations, he kept a close eye on the situation, his heart filled with concern for his comrades.
Lying in the stillness of the night, Liu Feng lay in his tent, his thoughts racing.
He reflected on the events of the past few days, a flood of emotion filling his heart.
As time quietly passed, the army gradually established a firm foothold in this land.
Despite occasional minor skirmishes and dangers, the combined efforts of all soldiers overcame them. During these difficult times, Liu Feng constantly honed his skills, and the immense demands placed on him significantly enhanced his medical and spiritual abilities.
As the first rays of morning sunlight gently filtered down to the camp, Liu Feng welcomed another busy day.