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The development of a cure was far from an overnight process. It could span anywhere from two to three years for a short period, extend to five to six years, and, in some cases, stretch out to two to three decades. Despite this, only a month had passed since the virus outbreak in Dortmund City.Following the outbreak, the Combat Department established a laboratory in Dortmund City. Yet, despite their efforts, they had not yet produced a cure. Instead, they had merely provided a list of currently effective drugs available in the market to fight the virus.However, the Oberdeens claimed to have developed a cure in just one month?Eric found this claim hard to believe, and even experts in the field would undoubtedly declare it impossible. Given the current circumstances, any pharmaceutical company capable of creating such a cure would unquestionably garner attention and praise from the public.Still, Eric sensed something suspicious about the matter."Really?" Sylvia chimed in. "The d
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After all, many lives had been lost due to the virus.Sylvia nodded in agreement, recognizing the gravity of the situation.Following breakfast, Eric headed to the stadium, donning a fresh set of clothes to begin his day's work.-Sylvia dutifully delivered lunch to him at the appropriate time.Lewis couldn't help but feel a pang of jealousy, though Sylvia paid him no mind."Dr. Gundry!" A nurse rushed over urgently. "There's an issue with patient No. 87. You need to come check!"Lewis abruptly abandoned his meal and hurried off.Turning to Eric, Sylvia asked, "Have there been severe cases reported in Salt City as well?"Eric confirmed with a solemn nod. "Yes, severe cases began surfacing the day before yesterday. Unfortunately, we arrived too late, and the preventive measures were insufficient."Despite Salt City's swift intervention, severe cases persisted, heightening Sylvia's concern and leaving Eric feeling helpless.The initial stages of the infection were manageable,
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It appeared to them that the holistic physicians were skeptical of modern medicine. However, the nurse refrained from making a decision herself, instead opting to enter the ward to inform Lewis.Upon returning, she conveyed, "Dr. Gundry mentioned he doesn't require assistance. Nevertheless, if you wish to observe the application of modern medical resuscitation techniques, you are welcome to join."Silence fell over the group of holistic physicians. Each of them, seasoned in their practice, possessed familiarity with resuscitation procedures.Eventually, Winston and a handful of seasoned holistic physicians chose to enter for a closer observation. Their profound understanding of modern medicine and the virus made them acutely aware of its limitations once organ failure set in.Upon entering, Winston and his companions witnessed Lewis's struggle with resuscitation efforts, hindered by the absence of crucial devices.Winston's brow furrowed as he observed the deteriorating conditio
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"I…" Lewis hesitated, his thoughts swirling as Kirk's words sunk in. He believed fervently in the sanctity of saving lives, yet Kirk's pointed questions challenged his perspective."Let's go and take a look at the patient," Kirk proposed, breaking the tense silence.Upon inspecting the patient, Kirk's brow furrowed deeper, a grim acknowledgment of the severity of the situation."Similar cases have arisen in Dortmund City," he remarked, his tone grave. "With our medical expertise, we've managed to save some, but the odds are against us. Out of ten cases, nine slip into a comatose state. And among those, six families opt to discontinue treatment."Kirk continued, his voice measured yet compassionate. "Dr. Gundry, as a physician, the adage 'physician, heal thyself' holds wisdom. But as a healer, your duty extends beyond mere treatment."Conflicted, Lewis remained silent, grappling with Kirk's insights. He had always equated being a good doctor with reviving the ailing, yet Kirk's wor
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When Eric and Kirk arrived at the ward, the patient's family members were already present, some in tears, while others clung to Lewis, unwilling to let go.Such situations always seemed distant and nearly impossible until they actually unfolded."Doctor, you've got to help us!" A woman grasped Lewis's hand. "He is the pillar of our family. We can't live without him!"An elderly man sighed, "Doctor, how much is the treatment fee? It must be expensive, right? We don't have much savings. If he couldn't wake up anymore, what should we do?"Lewis was overwhelmed. He had just pulled the patient back from the clutches of death, yet he couldn't fathom why they had so many questions. Shouldn't the family be grateful to him?He didn't know how to explain it to the family members. While he had pointed out that being alive was a positive outcome, what was the use if the person was in a vegetative state? What comfort did that bring to the family?But many people didn't seek spiritual comfort.
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Eric knew that Winston and the other senior holistic physicians could handle such cases. The patient had ended up in this situation because of Lewis' stubbornness."Can you wake him up?" Kirk asked again, with all the family members looking at Eric.Eric nodded and replied, "I can try, but it'll take a considerable amount of time. Let's give it a shot."Kirk was overjoyed. If Eric said it was worth a try, then he must be able to help the patient. He just didn't want the family members to be overly optimistic.However, despite Kirk's reassurances, the family members were still worried.An elderly man asked, "Doctor, how much is the surgery fee? We'll prepare it right away!"To which Eric replied, "Sir, I save lives based on fateful encounters, and I don't charge any fees."For Eric, encountering someone was fate. Without encountering them, he couldn't do anything. With numerous patients, complex cases, and terminal illnesses in the world, he couldn't individually approach each on
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Lewis stood still, contemplating not only Eric's medical skills but also questioning his own previous judgment. Could there be no issue with the patient, and he should have awakened by now?From his perspective, it simply did not make sense. Even modern medicine had limited success in awakening a patient from a vegetative state, relying mostly on the patient's natural recovery. How could Eric manage this? How could holistic medicine achieve such a feat? It seemed impossible.If holistic medicine possessed such miraculous medical abilities, extensive research would have already been conducted to advance medical science."Impressive as always, Hol. Johnson," Kirk commented. "I remember a few years ago when he was admitted to our hospital. Having such a figure in Salt City is a great fortune!"Kirk was genuinely impressed, not merely offering flattery. Eric's medical expertise had completely won him over.He continued. "Dr. Lewis, don't come here tomorrow. I mean it."Hearing this
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Sylvia glanced at Eric's shoes and remarked, "The new shoes are ready. They'll be delivered here tomorrow morning."Upon hearing that, Eric's expression turned pained.Only after marrying Sylvia and growing closer to her did he truly grasp the extravagance of the Williams family's lifestyle. Sylvia's annual expenditure on cosmetics alone was staggering despite her sparing use of them.Over the past few years, she had also splurged on cars, spending thousands of dollars. But what truly troubled him was the exorbitant cost of clothing.The shoes Eric wore were all high-end custom-made pairs chosen by Sylvia. It took several months to craft a single pair, and their price tag was astronomical.What astounded Eric was the realization that his previous annual salary wouldn't even cover the cost of one pair of these shoes. Reflecting on this, he said, "Let's refrain from ordering such expensive shoes in the future. They're just too extravagant!"Even though he was affluent, he still fel
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