But when these people retreated, trouble ensued because Ling Zhenfei couldn't move.
The patient's ailment required precision; any rash movement by himself or the patient could very likely cause the surgery to fail.
The foreign races too noticed this very strong, peculiar presence of Ling Zhenfei. Because Ling Zhenfei had no weapons in his hand and no intention of attacking, they didn't immediately slay him but surrounded him instead.
The Double-headed people wielding broad blades encircled Ling Zhenfei and the person on the bed.
The remaining people continued to fight, and the battle quickly concluded as this was originally the forest's edge.
The fight ended in victory for the foreign races, and they didn't pursue further, merely driving the humans into the forest.
They understood as well that battling in the forest was not their strong suit, so after driving humans into the forest, they ceased the chase.
But at this moment, only Ling Zhenfei remained, surrounded by foreign races.
Ling Zhenfei focused intently on his work, seemingly oblivious to those around him.
The Double-headed people promptly reported the situation, and shortly afterward, several individuals approached Ling Zhenfei.
These people appeared to possess considerable skill and status.
Upon reaching Ling Zhenfei's side and glancing at him, one said, "So he's treating a patient now. It's busy here. Why not just cut him down?"
Then another chimed in, "You're too rude. How can you talk of cutting someone down when they're merely a doctor treating and saving lives?"
"Regardless of whether he's treating patients or not, once he heals them, they will turn on us and kill our kind. There's no need to wait—let's finish them both together."
After speaking, he raised his blade towards Ling Zhenfei, appearing ready to act.
He had one wolf head and one sheep head. The wolf head was unmistakable, but the other didn't quite resemble a sheep, at least not the horn. Still, one could say it was sharp.
This person was likely a significant figure among the Double-headed people.
At this point, Ling Zhenfei spoke, "Why do you want to act against me while I'm treating a patient, are you so afraid of me?"
The person hesitated and replied, "Afraid of you?"
Ling Zhenfei said, "You're afraid that I'll heal this person, readying my hands to kill you."
The person laughed and remarked, "Kid, you're amusing. You humans think you can face me with your meager strength? Want to kill me? Are you qualified?"
Ling Zhenfei retorted, "Killing you would be like crushing an ant."
The wolf-headed half retorted angrily, "Kid, you're asking for it. Let's see who kills whom after your treatment."
But then the sheep head interjected, "He's provoking you. It'll be too late once he heals the patient. Kill him now."
The wolf head seemed doubtful, prompting Ling Zhenfei to quickly say, "Why? Does your other head think the same? That you're unable to defeat me?"
Clearly, the wolf head had a bad temper and barked, "You're talking nonsense. I'll still be waiting to kill you once you're done treating him."
The sheep head said, "You've been duped again. Didn't Supreme God say you'd follow my lead once you're free?"
The wolf head scolded the sheep head, "Stop feeding me drivel. Believe it or not, I'll sever that head of yours right now."
The sheep head immediately fell silent, evidently intimidated, lacking the wolf head's dominance in strength, utterly subdued.
At this moment, another person spoke. This foreign race member resembled a human, though the arms differed slightly, sporting only three fingers. It was unclear how wielding weapons was managed.
He spoke, "This person is indeed a doctor. It wouldn't be right for us to kill him now. Let's spare him, let him heal the patient first."
The wolf head stated, "Once he's finished, I'll cleave him in two!"
The person added, "The patient here suffered a severe wound, pierced in the chest, surely a fatal injury, but he's able to treat it calmly, evidently skilled in Medical Arts."
After this commentary, he addressed Ling Zhenfei, "Can you truly heal this person?"
Ling Zhenfei responded, "Of course, otherwise why would I risk treating them under such dangerous circumstances?"
The person nodded and said, "Seems your medical skills are indeed capable. Let me ask, do you wish to live or die?"
Ling Zhenfei smiled and replied, "Naturally, I wish to live."
The person continued, "Well then, after healing this person, come with me to the Supreme Divine Palace. There's another patient there. If you can heal them, I'll set you free."
The Double-headed people were taken aback, realizing something, saying, "Are you referring to the Flower God?"
He replied, "Indeed, healing the Flower God would certainly please the master."
Ling Zhenfei felt extremely anxious, having to diligently heal while stalling these foreign races, grasping the situation with precision.
Ling Zhenfei then asked, "Who are you, and why should I trust you?"
The person explained, "My name is Muler. I am a disciple of the God. Besides, do you have any reason not to trust me? Between death and trust, survival surely entails trusting me."
Ling Zhenfei pondered for a moment, realizing, "You've got a point, but what is the Flower God's ailment? How do I know if I can heal them? If I can't, I'll still end up dead."
Muler answered, "True, failure to heal the Flower God means death, but the choice is between dying now or struggling first. I am offering you a chance at life."
Ling Zhenfei asked, "Give me some time to think it through before answering."
Muler agreed, "Certainly, inform me after treatment. If undecided by then, death awaits."
Ling Zhenfei replied, "Alright, give me a moment!"
Although Ling Zhenfei was conversing with Muler, he never halted his hand movements.
His Dual Focus allowed him to act swiftly, responding quickly to the wound with precise actions.
Earlier, after extended treatment, the patient was nearly healed.
In the interim, Ling Zhenfei signaled Lightning Bird for assistance, ensuring readiness.
With foreign races surrounding, escaping relied solely on Lightning Bird.
Meanwhile, in the forest, the situation drew attention not only from foreign races but humans too.
Many noticed Ling Zhenfei being encircled by foreign races.
Of course, the Shu Mountain Sword Sect members noted Ling Zhenfei's plight, particularly Jiang Muxue.
Jiang Muxue had hoped for Ling Zhenfei's emergence, but after Ling Zhenfei directed her to leave earlier, she awaited his return in vain.
Until Ling Zhenfei was surrounded by foreign races, she immediately sensed distress.
"Master, the one surrounded must be Divine Doctor Ling."