He was worried about Zhou Siyu being alone here. His pheromones were also from Lianmucao, and although they couldn't compare to those of Alpha Yu Wei, who carried the same pheromones, they might come in handy at a crucial moment.
"Let's eat, let's eat." Grandpa Yu waved with a smile and served food to each of the younger generation. "Don't just serve me, eat some yourself too. You young people really should take good care of your health."
The meal was enjoyed by everyone. After the meal, Yu Mao, Yu Jue, and Lin Ling left together, and Grandpa Yu went back to his room for a nap.
Zhou Siyu lay on the soft European-style bed, staring blankly at the exquisite crystal chandelier.
"Siyu, are you asleep?"
"No." Zhou Siyu quickly got up, walked to the door, opened it, and welcomed Lin Ling into the room. "Uncle Lin, is there anything I can help you with?"
"Take your medicine." Lin Ling took out a small glass bottle containing liquid from her pocket, walked to the table, poured a glass of warm water, and handed it to Zhou Siyu: "The ingredients of the medicine are the same as the pills, but you can mix the medicine with water so it won't taste bitter."
"Thank you, Uncle Lin." Zhou Siyu finished his medicine and stroked the glass. "Do you need my help to crack the Kao virus?"
“You’ve been a great help.” Lin Ling took the glass from Zhou Siyu’s hand and placed it on the table. She pulled him to sit on the bed and smoothed his bangs. “Preliminary research shows that the Ghost Hand Vine cells can engulf the Cao virus, but the experiment has only been conducted on mice.”
"Severe side effects?"
“It’s very significant. While we, the Ghost Hand Vine, are engulfing viruses, we can also affect other cells and alter the genetic material sequence in normal cells.”
"Genetic pollution?" Zhou Siyu frowned slightly. "Isn't there a solution?"
"The Ghost Hand Vine is known as the furnace of all things, and we haven't found a solution for it yet."
"Can't we find a breakthrough with Yu Wei either?"
Although it is unethical to study a person without consciousness, Yu Wei is currently the only known person who survived after being infected with the Cao virus, parasitized by the Ghost Hand Vine, and ultimately.
"Yes, but it's just a guess."
The genetic material carried by the Lianmu grass cells might be able to prevent the Ghost Hand Vine from recklessly altering normal cells, but this idea remains only at the theoretical stage. After all, there are too many variables in Yu Wei, and they cannot be sure whether it is the Lianmu grass or the cheetah gene that is hindering the Ghost Hand Vine.
"Perhaps Yu Wei's genes have also been altered by the Ghost Hand Vine, but we just haven't discovered it yet."
“That can be ruled out. We have conducted genetic testing on Yu Wei, and the results are identical to those in the database.”
"So, some kind of cell in Yu Wei's body devoured the Ghost Hand Vine?"
The Ghost Hand Vine cells engulfed the Kao virus, and were then engulfed by another type of cell, whose genetic material was unaffected by the Ghost Hand Vine. It was a perfect food chain, which was amazing.
"That seems to be the case for now." Lin Ling nodded, pinching his brow in frustration. "However, similar experiments cannot be performed on mice because their bodies are too weak."
"Perhaps we can start with the cells of the 'Devil's Hand Vine' to allow it to maintain its phagocytic ability without contaminating normal cells."
"In theory, the human immune system should kill all foreign viruses, but the 'Ghost Hand Mantis' cells are different. They can change their shape according to different environments, and immune cells will not attack them."
"It's a bit tricky."
Zhou Siyu bit her lip, frowning as she pondered.
"Alright, you don't need to get involved in this anymore." Lin Ling reached out and smoothed Zhou Siyu's furrowed brow, as if to soothe the worries in his heart. "The most important thing for you now is to take good care of your health and relax. Overthinking is not good for your mind and body."
"Okay, Uncle Lin, I understand. I'll be careful."
Zhou Siyu put on a gentle smile and said softly, "You should also take care of yourself."
Lin Ling endured far more pressure and sorrow than he did, but she never mentioned it to anyone. Only he knew how much heartbreak and grief was hidden beneath her calm and composed exterior.
"I really need to get some rest." Lin Ling walked to the window and took a deep breath. "This place is truly a paradise."
The environment is beautiful, far away from all the noise and troubles. Only here can his tense nerves find a moment of relaxation.
“Indeed.” Zhou Siyu stretched as she looked at the white doves perched on the balcony railing. “This is truly a wonderful place.”
"I should go and rest too." Lin Ling withdrew her gaze, turned to look at Zhou Siyu, and asked, "What are your plans for the afternoon? Do you really want to learn horseback riding?"
"Yes." Zhou Siyu nodded. "I've wanted to learn for a long time, but I've never had the time."
"That's perfect, let's take this opportunity to learn properly."
Lin Ling walked to the door, gave a few instructions, closed the door, and returned to her room.
As she closed the door, the calm on her face quickly vanished. Lin Ling sighed, picked up the photo from the bedside table, and sat on the bed holding it. Before she knew it, tears were streaming down her face.
"Yu Zhen, I can't hold on much longer."
"I don't know how much longer I can hold on. Maybe I really made the wrong choice back then."
Was I wrong? But how can I make amends?
Lin Ling had never felt so lost. He didn't know where to go or what to do. He didn't even know why he was doing something. He just numbly wanted to solve the Kao virus and do something.
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