Han Lang was overjoyed.
But he did not let his guard down.
Instead, he carefully controlled the last wisp of medicinal liquid as it fell into the cup, and then repeatedly and meticulously checked Liu Xiaoxiao's dantian to see if any residual medicinal liquid remained.
After multiple checks, Han Lang was certain that the mutant medicinal liquid within Liu Xiaoxiao's body had been completely cleared. Only then did he heave a slight sigh of relief.
"Alright! Squad Leader Liu, your problem is basically completely solved. The rest is just for me to consolidate your dantian and then unseal the Qimen Seal. From now on, you won't have to suffer from this medicinal liquid anymore!"
Upon hearing this, Liu Xiaoxiao was so moved she almost shed tears.
For years, she had lived in constant anxiety, trying to remove the mutant medicinal liquid from her body.
On one hand, she worried about losing her cultivation, which would prevent her from continuing her service, and even make becoming a cultivator a luxury.
On the other hand, she could not bear the thought that one day she might be assimilated by the medicinal liquid and become a mutant, someone she herself despised.
Now, hearing that Han Lang had completely cleared the medicinal liquid from her body, her emotions were a complex mix, a profound sadness she couldn't articulate.
"Thank you, Han Lang!"
Han Lang, also feeling somewhat dazed from the great exertion, managed a faint smile.
"It's nothing. You're my comrade, and also my direct superior. Helping you with this small matter is nothing worth mentioning! Heh heh..."
Hearing Han Lang's playful reply, Liu Xiaoxiao could only conceal her gratitude and say no more.
Han Lang's work, however, was not entirely finished.
Because the medicinal liquid had occupied a part of Liu Xiaoxiao's dantian for a long time, its sudden removal meant her dantian couldn't immediately cope.
To help her adapt more quickly to her restored dantian, Han Lang decided to use the "Arhat's Protection" from the Shennong Eighteen Needles to consolidate it.
Arhat's Protection actually corresponds to the meaning of the Eighteen Arhats in Buddhism.
Following the special orientation of the eighteen needles, combined with Han Lang's unique Shenxi Hand technique, the effect was amplified.
With the reinforcement of Arhat's Protection, even if the Qimen Seal were to be unsealed now, the spiritual energy within Liu Xiaoxiao's dantian would not surge wildly, nor would she feel even the slightest abnormal sensation.
"Alright! Squad Leader Liu, you can tidy up your clothes now!"
Having done all this, Han Lang immediately reminded Liu Xiaoxiao to adjust her clothes and pants.
Hearing this reminder, Liu Xiaoxiao finally recalled the entire embarrassing treatment process.
With a blush on her face, she anxiously tidied her attire.
Just as everything was concluded and Liu Xiaoxiao was about to express her thanks and bid farewell, an urgent knocking at the door startled the two in the room.
Both of them looked surprised by the sound.
After all, at this moment, there were only the two of them in Han Lang's room.
If they were seen by others, a man and a woman locking the door in broad daylight, wouldn't that have some rather unfavorable implications?
However, the person knocking at the door seemed unconcerned about this and continued to bang on the door with a "bang bang" sound.
Helplessly, Han Lang had to go and open the door.
To his surprise, as soon as the door was opened a crack, Tang Geng rushed in anxiously.
"Something's wrong, Brother Han Lang, there's a major stir on the mutant side!"
As Han Lang was about to inquire in detail, Tang Geng saw Liu Xiaoxiao standing by the wall.
"Huh? Squad Leader Liu! You're here too? You two..."
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Liu Xiaoxiao was clearly embarrassed. She searched her mind for explanatory phrases, but words failed her, and she stammered.
This made Tang Geng even more prone to misinterpretations.
He asked curiously.
"Squad Leader Liu is here too, and you just locked the door. Could it be that you two..."
Seeing Tang Geng's suggestive look, Liu Xiaoxiao became extremely anxious.
Fortunately, Han Lang quickly explained.
"Brother Tang Geng, don't get the wrong idea. We were just treating an illness. Nothing happened. Don't think otherwise!"
Liu Xiaoxiao also hurriedly chimed in.
"Yes, yes! We were just treating an illness. Don't think otherwise, Tang Geng."
Tang Geng naturally didn't believe such a weak explanation.
"Oh? Really? What kind of illness requires such secrecy?"
This stumped Han Lang and Liu Xiaoxiao.
Liu Xiaoxiao's medical condition had been strictly forbidden from being disclosed before the treatment.
But now, seeing Tang Geng's persistent questioning, it seemed impossible to appease him without a reasonable explanation.
Han Lang looked at Liu Xiaoxiao with helplessness.
He had promised Liu Xiaoxiao not to reveal it, so he naturally couldn't spread the word.
Now that Liu Xiaoxiao herself was present, it was up to her to decide whether to explain or not.
Faced with Han Lang's passing of the buck, Liu Xiaoxiao was also at a loss.
After much thought, she directly changed the subject.
"Oh, Tang Geng. Don't ask about this. By the way, you said just now that the mutants were making a big move, what exactly happened?"
Hearing this, Tang Geng finally remembered his purpose for coming. He slapped his thigh in annoyance and quickly said.
"Oh, I almost forgot the main business. Squad Leader Huang asked me to inform you that the mutants are showing signs of a large-scale offensive. And I also heard that several X-class mutants have been discovered in the Southern War Zone. We might have to prepare for a major battle!"
Upon hearing this, Han Lang and Liu Xiaoxiao's expressions changed drastically.
Liu Xiaoxiao even cursed anxiously.
"How can you only tell me such important news now! Hurry up and go out to assemble!"
With that, she took the lead and strode out.
Han Lang followed closely behind.
Only Tang Geng looked wronged.
He had come to fetch Han Lang in the first place. If he hadn't found the two alone in the room, how could he have forgotten about the mutants for a moment?
And in the end, Liu Xiaoxiao actually blamed him?
However, even though Tang Geng felt wronged at the moment, no one was listening to his complaints anymore.
Helplessly, he could only follow their pace to the assembly point.
On the training ground, almost all the personnel of the squad had already assembled. Even Ma Long, who had just recovered, stood solemnly in the formation.
Han Lang and the other two quickly rejoined the ranks and stood beside Ma Long. Han Lang quickly asked with concern.
"Brother Ma, is your injury alright?"
Ma Long's complexion was still slightly weak, but his mental state was perfectly fine.
He chuckled.
"Thank you, Young Master, for saving my life. Not only did I escape this disaster, but my meridians have also been expanded and strengthened. I believe that with time, I will be able to break through the late stage of Foundation Establishment. I originally intended to visit you personally to express my gratitude. But upon receiving the assembly order before leaving, I came straight here!"
Hearing Ma Long say this, Han Lang was completely relieved.
"Between us, there's no need to be so formal. As long as you're alright, that's all that matters! By the way, what is the reason for this emergency assembly? Why have all the soldiers in the entire garrison been gathered?"
"I don't know either. Let's hear what Squad Leader Huang has to say!"
On the other side, after rejoining the ranks, Liu Xiaoxiao first went to Huang Yuhua's side.
"What's wrong, Old Huang? Has there been any major battle situation?"
Huang Yuhua did not conceal anything and said directly.
"The mutants in the Southwest War Zone have launched a large-scale invasion, and several X-class mutants have been discovered. All the high-level cultivators in our garrison have rushed over. In addition, there is also movement at the mutant base opposite us. It's likely they want to launch a major offensive while we are vulnerable!"