Wizards begin with Occlumency.

Chapter 122 Brutal First Aid

Dalton Cohen was completely panicked.

Compared to previous attempts, which had repeatedly failed to break through the giant beast's blockade, he could only try his luck and was even flustered when he asked Link for help.

The girl who collapsed from poisoning was named Andrea Norman, and she was from the same hometown as Dalton Collin.

The two kept in touch quite frequently while in the college.

Contact gradually decreased after the five men angrily withdrew from the "New Blood Mutual Aid Association".

But the relationship has remained.

During this inter-regional competition, upon entering this world, Dalton Corren and Andrea Norman were randomly teleported to an adjacent region.

After their chance encounter, the two immediately set off together.

Later, they met two more members of the "New Blood Mutual Aid Society," Lutz Berry and Bamir Valvez.

Both men were old acquaintances of Dalton Colum, and they had dealt with each other before, and at one time had a good relationship.

Later, Dalton Colum fell out with the New Blood Society, and their relationship cooled.

Andrea Norman acted as a go-between, persuading Dalton Colum to agree to travel with the two and help each other.

After that, while the four of them were figuring out how to complete the main quest and side quests, they unexpectedly discovered a rock that looked like a giant egg.

Out of curiosity, the four took photos, observed, and even touched the material to feel its texture and see if they could knock some off a sample for research.

Then they were relentlessly pursued by six giant beasts.

During the incident, Dalton Colum was accidentally struck by the tail of a giant beast, fracturing his left arm and falling to the ground.

It was Andrea Norman who, disregarding her own safety, turned back and rescued Dalton Corren from under the beast's hooves.

Now that Andrea Norman has been poisoned for some unknown reason, Dalton Colum feels it is necessary to repay the debt and bring Andrea Norman back to life.

So he pleaded again, "Boss, help me! Save Andrea!"

Yes, that's how Dalton Corren saved Andrea Norma.

Ask the big shots for help.

There's nothing that a big shot can't solve.

Dalton Cohen remembered Lynn Hewitt's words well.

Link didn't panic like Dalton Colum.

Still playing it safe, they first set up the circular flying saucer reconnaissance device and four reconnaissance puppets.

He then gave Iris Clark a wink, signaling her to be wary of the other two members of the "New Blood Mutual Aid Society".

Iris Clark understood, and immediately patted her chest, her voice brimming with righteous indignation, and declared firmly, "Don't worry, I'll definitely keep an eye on those two shifty-eyed bastards!"

This statement is not only highly damaging, but also extremely insulting.

Lutz Berry stopped Bamir Valvez, who was about to retort and argue, without saying a word, and automatically stepped aside to stand guard.

During his escape from the valley, Lutz Berry witnessed Iris Clark's madness and powerful firepower, and dared not provoke her lightly.

"Report."

Iris Clark, beaming with pride, exclaimed, "Mission accomplished! Requesting further instructions!"

Well, this guy's at it again.

With business at hand, Link said dismissively, "Thank you for your hard work. Please keep an eye on my back, Ms. Iris."

"Yes, ma'am."

Iris Clark was surprised to receive a response and immediately beamed with joy.

Even her sister doesn't want to play role-playing games with her!

After Link had arranged everything, he stepped forward to check on Andrea Norman's condition, under the pleading gaze of Dalton Corren.

First, check vital signs: breathing, pulse, and heartbeat.

Next, lift the eyelids to check the shape and size of the pupils, whether they are equal in size and round, and whether they react sensitively to light.

Then they took out some simple equipment from the large bag and drew blood for testing.

Due to limited conditions in the field, these are the tests and examinations that Link can currently perform.

Then, without hesitation, he cast a water-based antidote and a wood-based antidote.

0-ring sorcery, with remarkable effects... No.

Andrea Norman's cyanotic lips lightened slightly, but her face remained bluish-purple.

Clearly, the poison she was ingested was not an ordinary toxin, but an extraordinary one.

It's almost impossible to break free with just level 0 sorcery.

To save Andrea Norman, we need to at least find a way to treat the symptoms, if not figure out the mechanism of the toxicology.

It takes time.

Andrea Norman clearly didn't have that much time, and without any intervention or external support, she wouldn't be able to get any help.

Link cast two more level 0 spells: a water-based Heal and a wood-based Rejuvenate.

Hydration techniques can continuously attract water elements into the target's body, replenishing the water consumed by the target's internal organs to resist toxins.

The Rejuvenation Technique can continuously attract wood elements into the target's body, transforming them into vitality, nourishing the organs, and preventing them from being over-consumed.

This is a stopgap measure to support treatment and buy time.

Link set up the rudimentary pharmacology equipment and quickly tested the blood samples.

After the operation was completed, while waiting for the test results, Link asked, "Think carefully back, did she encounter any special circumstances, or do anything unusual?"

Dalton Colin didn't know why Link asked that question, but he knew there must be a reason. So, while racking his brains, he urged, "You guys hurry up and think about it too, then tell the boss."

Dalton Collins showed absolutely no mercy to Lutz Berry and Bamir Valvez, roaring menacingly, "If you delay things, you'll regret it!"

Bamir Valvez almost lost his temper.

Just because you, Dalton Collen, are willing to be someone else's dog doesn't mean I, Bamir Valvez, am willing to be one too, even though we're both of the lowest tier of the fifth class!

Link Grand is a fourth-rate guy, which means he's doing slightly better now, but who knows what he'll be like in the future.

Why should I have to humble myself as well?

He opened his mouth, intending to spit it back immediately.

Lutz Berry stopped Bamir Valvez once again and said earnestly to Dalton Corren, "Don't worry, Andrea is our companion, we won't waste any time."

As he spoke, Lutz Berry glared at Bamir Valvez, putting pressure on him to also speak up.

Lutz Berry clearly saw and remembered the favoritism shown by the Wizard of Paro during his first audience with Link Grand and Molly Kidman a few days ago.

He believes that Bamir Valvez remembers it just as clearly.

In fact, it is precisely because he remembers it clearly that he feels resentful.

But what time is it now?

This is the crucial moment to save Andrea Norman and prevent her from being eliminated so early!

How can you act recklessly and disregard the consequences?

If the rescue is delayed, or even affects the bet with the wizard Paro, who will take responsibility?

You, Bamir Valvez, are asking for it, don't drag me down with you!

Bamir Valvez was startled by Lutz Berry's sinister gaze. Coming to his senses, he hesitated for a moment, then swallowed the words he was about to say and changed his mind, saying, "Me too."

After saying that, the two of them began to ponder deeply.

Link ignored the conversation between Dalton Corren, Lutz Berry, and Bamir Valvez, and cast a Hydration and Rejuvenation spell on Andrea Norman.

"Report."

Iris Clark suddenly spoke up, whether she was joking or had something important to say was unclear.

Link had already given a perfunctory answer once before and found it worked well, so he continued to cooperate this time, saying, "Just say what you need to say, no need to ask for instructions."

"I have a general antidote in my pocket; it might come in handy."

Iris Clark was overjoyed that Link Grand would actually cooperate, and her smile grew even brighter.

This contrasted sharply with Dalton, Kren's somber expression.

People's joys and sorrows are never shared.

"Boss..."

Before Link could speak, Dalton Colum looked at Link with pleading eyes, as if he wanted to say something but hesitated.

Ignoring Dalton Colum's pleas, Link rejected Iris Clark's offer and gave a plausible reason:

"The general antidote costs 128 standard level 1 magic stones, which is not an expense that Andrea Norman can afford."

If the Academy uses this as a reason to disqualify Andrea Norman from the competition, it would be better not to save her at all and just let her be removed from the Academy.

Why waste a universal antidote?

Dalton Colum had to admit that Link's words made a lot of sense, and the light in his eyes gradually faded.

"Poor wretch."

Iris Clark muttered something under her breath and made a face at Dalton Colum, who was glaring at her.

If it weren't for teaming up with Link Grand, she wouldn't bother with these people at all.

Half-bloods are natural allies with new blood.

However, not all new blood qualifies as a half-health ally.

For example, among Iris Clark's sister and more than a dozen close friends, only one of them, the wizard Celine, was born in the Storm Sea. The rest were all noble ladies from various half-blood families in the Rivosos region!

Link checked Andrea Norman's vital signs again and deduced that the toxin had not yet entered her heart or brain, and that she was not in immediate danger.

However, we still need to hurry.

He glanced at the blood sample being tested and looked rather helpless.

The equipment is too simple.

If it were in that laboratory on the third basement level, the results would be available in less than a minute.

"I've got it."

Just then, Dalton Corren suddenly exclaimed in surprise, "Boss, I've got it! Andrea picked a fruit and ate it half a day ago."

Link was speechless upon hearing this.

This is just too stupid!

In a completely unfamiliar world, I dared to eat whatever I wanted.

What were you thinking?

"This is absolutely idiotic!"

Unlike Link, Iris Clark didn't keep her contempt to herself; instead, she expressed it directly.

The wording is also very direct.

They showed absolutely no regard for the feelings of the person involved.

Dalton Collen blushed, because he hadn't stopped Andrea Norman at the time.

If we're talking about being brain-dead, they're both equally brain-dead!

"Is it far? If it's not far, take me there."

Link suppressed the sudden urge to give up on saving him and asked.

"It's not far, it's over there."

Dalton Corren looked around and pointed in one direction, saying, "It's about 3 kilometers from here."

"Walk."

Without saying a word, Link pulled Dalton Colum up and made him lead the way.

Anyway, it will take some time for the blood test results to come out, and waiting idly is not a solution.

Linke made several plans.

First, find the fruit and test its toxicity;

Secondly, we will try to find an antidote within three steps.

The two were very fast and arrived at their destination in less than two minutes.

A patch of low shrubs.

A few bright red fruits hung on the branches, looking very appetizing.

Link decisively held his breath, refusing to take a deep sniff of the very faint, very subtle fragrance.

There's something wrong with this bush.

Link waved to Dalton Cohen to move away.

He took out a pair of silk gloves, put them on, and carefully picked a fruit.

A wood-based antidote spell was cast on the fruit.

A slight reaction occurred, with a few small white spots appearing on the surface of the fruit.

This is a flexible application of wood-based detoxification techniques, which can stimulate the stress response to the toxicity of plant-based toxins.

After collecting the fruit in his hand into the sampling bag, Link picked several more fruits and broke off some shrub leaves, branches, and roots, storing them separately.

This kind of poisonous plant with delayed onset is quite interesting; Link plans to take it back and study it carefully.

After doing these things out of a researcher's instinct, Link got down to business and began observing other plants near the bushes.

Pomona Sprout's botanical talent was brought to the fore at just the right time.

When Link saw a small white flower hidden under the bushes, he was deeply moved; his intuition was spot on.

"You're the one."

Link had great faith in his intuition and inspiration, and immediately began sampling the white flowers.

In order not to completely destroy the ecosystem, Link left a few small white flowers in place, and dug up all the others by the roots.

"go back."

Looking at Dalton Colum, who was sweating profusely with anxiety, Link was speechless.

Andrea Norman isn't really going to die, so why the rush?

It took them another minute or so to get back to where Andrea Norman had fallen.

As time passed, the toxicity clearly spread.

The purplish-blue color on Andrea Norman's face deepened.

"Boss..."

Dalton Cohen became increasingly anxious upon seeing this.

"Don't panic."

Link remained calm and glanced at the blood sample that was still being tested. He found that the results were in, but the specific components of the toxin had not been detected.

Based on the test results, a treatment plan can be provided to address the symptoms.

Whether it will be effective is hard to say.

However, this result was still very helpful to Link, making him feel more confident.

He took another blood sample, processed it briefly, and set it aside for later use.

Two small white flowers were taken out, sterilized, crushed, dissolved, and extracted to obtain an extract.

After that, it falls into the realm of pharmaceutics and alchemical pharmaceutics.

After a dazzling series of maneuvers, Link successfully obtained a serum.

At this point, it was too late to perform drug testing on the serum.

Andrea Norman couldn't wait that long.

Since it won't kill me anyway, I might as well give it a try.

Link took out a syringe, drew the serum into the syringe, and expelled the air.

They inserted the needle into Andrea Norman's jugular vein and injected the serum.

The grueling resuscitation efforts have concluded. Now, the question remains: will Andrea Norman live or die?

I'll just leave it to fate!

(End of this chapter)