Section 7, The Thinker

Turning around and letting out a long sigh, Tian Hao suddenly realized that Chief Fu Song and the old priest were both staring at him

He smiled, extended his dry and wrinkled hand, pulled Tianhao closer, patted the other person's shoulder firmly, and there was not a trace of the disdain he had shown when delivering the soup and medicine earlier

While others are out hunting or working, I sit under the tree in contemplation

Later, he gradually understood that it was not a matter of being shortchanged, but rather that he could only receive this much—Panshi Village does not support idlers. While he hid in the house gazing at the ceiling, others were busy working for food. Among them were even those younger than himself, some as young as four or five years old.

The biting cold wind has ceased, there is no snowfall, and in the dark night, the stars can be faintly seen.

Humans are social animals

Tian Hao shook his head; he had already guessed what the leader was about to say, and he directly shook his head again: "I can only treat my elder brother, but I cannot save Xu Ping"

Why do leaves turn green in summer, why do they turn yellow in autumn, and why do they eventually fall off?

This is a young person who enjoys thinking and is adept at observation

Tian Kuang and Tian Shuang stood by, silently observing everything.

In fact, the people of Panshi Zhai are very fair

Lower your head and look at your hands: the skin is rough, and the joints are large

Searching through the fragments of the host's memories, Tianhao let out a bitter smile and sighed in silence

The bones, revealed from deep within the muscles, appear even more starkly white under the glow of the fire

This is a thought and emotion that belongs exclusively to the host. The degree of integration is very low. When the original owner of this body experiences intense emotions due to external stimuli, Tianhao will lose control in a short period of time... anger, joy, sadness, pain... This situation will change over time until complete integration occurs

"You actually understand this... Are you a healer?" The expression of Chief Fusong was extremely agitated, and even his breathing became rapid. The addition of a healer who could treat the sick in the village held more significance for him than for anyone else.

Those who are out of sync with their surroundings are forever regarded as heretics

The base certainly does not exist; otherwise, the incubation pod would not have appeared in the wild

The old priest certainly would not understand that this object was called a "tourniquet" in ancient times

This is an indispensable disguise for Tianhao. Revealing skilled and refined surgical techniques at such a time is tantamount to seeking death. He has carefully searched the host's memories and found no information related to the civilized era. Being crude, clumsy, and even deliberately making mistakes in unimportant operational steps will perfectly mask his subsequent explanations to the leader and the high priest

Tian Hao's expression was surprisingly calm. It seemed as if he had forgotten his surroundings, fully immersed in the process of treating the wound, while his mind was recalling the most critical phrases from "Clinical Examples in Surgery." Gradually, his expression became solemn, evoking an instinctive sense of reverence even in those who observed him.

If it were about killing and cutting flesh, there would be no need for such trouble

Everything is controlled within an acceptable range

He discovered that in order to achieve true security, one must rely on the Rock Fortress. Otherwise, even if one has enough food to safely survive the harsh winter, there is a significant probability of dying in the tribal conflicts of the following spring

They have never changed; it is just that they have not realized it, nor have they perceived it

Soon, Wu Xing noticed that the area where the shoulder connected to the neck on Tianfeng was bound by a sturdy rope. In particular, the knot was tied very tightly

Looking at Tianfeng, who was in a coma with a pale face, Tianhao suddenly felt a twinge of guilt. Although he was well aware that he had done his best and that Tianfeng's injuries would not result in disability, he still felt that he had caused the other person greater pain.

The treatment of the chest wound is more difficult than that of the arm. Tianhao connected the broken bones using the simplest method and sutured the muscles with the same technique as before. Throughout the process, the unconscious Tianfeng did not make a sound, as if he were a toy at his mercy.

Tian Hao instinctively raised his hand to gently stroke his cheek, his fingertips brushing against the hair. The stubble on his lips and chin had become coarse and hard, though it was sparse and patchy.

Tianfeng's physical condition is exceptionally strong; otherwise, the prolonged vascular constriction lasting over two hours could very well lead to limb necrosis

This is clearly inconsistent with common sense

It is late at night

Everything has come to an end

"Regardless of the circumstances, this is indeed a matter worth celebrating." The old priest spoke slowly, his gaze deep and wise, his voice hoarse yet undeniably affirming: "The children in the village have grown up; at least Tianfeng does not have to die, he can survive. Ahao... you have done well."

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According to the habits of hunters, when spending the night in the wilderness, weapons are always placed within reach. Some overly cautious individuals even bind their palms to the grips of their weapons.

Approximately two hours later, Tianhao, drenched in sweat, finally completed his first exploratory surgery. He picked up a long hair that had been prepared in advance according to his requirements, cleaned it with boiling water, and, with a steely resolve, aimed it at the edge of the knife wound on Tianfeng's shoulder and forcefully pierced it, carefully stitching it up.

Why? Fu Song's voice suddenly grew louder, filled with a mix of surprise and anger

Why does it rain, while it snows in winter

Tian Hao stood up, tightened the leather robe around him, and walked outside to relieve himself

The fault should lie entirely with oneself

These words were spoken with great sincerity, and even the village woman Ayan, who was waiting by the fire pit, could tell that Tianhao was not lying

If it were not for the investment of that precious initial fusion point in the "brain" aspect, Tianhao would not have entered a deeper level of host thinking and become aware of these matters

When he returned to the room, the sound disturbed the peacefully sleeping Tian Kuang, waking him up as he sat up. Tian Hao glanced at him and walked straight to Tian Feng, who was breathing evenly, placing the back of his hand gently on his forehead, feeling no heat. He turned to the alert Tian Kuang and smiled lightly, saying, "Brother, there's nothing wrong, go back to sleep"

Silence once again fell over the cabin

To be honest, he finds it somewhat laughable and frustrating

Whether in primitive times or in the civilized world, individuals who live in isolation from society are either forgotten or, in the absence of communication and interaction with the outside world, gradually transform into monsters over time

Throughout the entire surgical process, the two individuals of the highest status in Panshi Village did not utter a single word. Occasionally, there were a few instinctive glances exchanged, and they could both perceive elements of shock in each other's eyes

That is different. My elder brother only injured his bone, while Xuping's situation is much more serious. I... am powerless.

He only knows that no one in the village can heal Tianfeng's injuries. Perhaps even the great shaman is powerless in this regard. Rather than watching a strong young man become disabled and then become food for the villagers, it is better to let Tianhao give it a try

In the age of civilization, those who enjoy learning and are adept at thinking are often held in high regard. If it were not for the apple falling on Newton while he was contemplating under a tree, the laws of physics might have emerged many years later. No one would expect Einstein to toil in a high-temperature workshop like a steelworker; his brain is the most valuable asset in the world. Consider those who researched the atomic bomb; although they may not be as skilled in farming as the most ordinary farmer, they completely transformed the landscape of warfare and changed the entire world. No one would expect Einstein to toil in a high-temperature workshop like a steelworker; his brain is the most valuable asset in the world. Consider those who researched the atomic bomb; although they may not be as skilled in farming as the most ordinary farmer, they completely transformed the landscape of warfare and changed the entire world

Why are there fish in the sea

In fact, the people of Panshizhai are very united

It was merely a very simple action, yet it made Tianhao feel a warm current slowly moving within his heart. He sensed that his vision was somewhat blurred, and a warm liquid was rolling back and forth in his eye sockets

The rough and wild Tian Kuang responded with an "Oh" and, as he lay down again, Tian Hao noticed a hunting knife placed beside his hand

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With the special identity of a "physician," I should not starve in the time to come

His movements were indeed very clumsy, completely employing the most brutal method to reset the dislocated bone. He did not injure the ligaments; instead, he felt the bone from within the muscle and the process of forcefully rotating it caused immense pain that was difficult to articulate. Rather than saying that the bowl of anesthetic had taken effect, it would be more accurate to say that Tianfeng had already fainted from the pain, with only his body occasionally twitching under the pull of the nerves.

The host resented the leader and the elders because they often withheld his food

Injuries to the internal organs and injuries to the bones are two different matters and should not be conflated

Looking at the three "relatives" who are sound asleep, Tianhao gained a deeper understanding and awareness of the cruelty of this world and the pressures of survival

The surgery itself is not commendable. He tore several muscles, and the method of reduction was exceedingly crude, akin to a three-year-old child playing with a Transformer toy, twisting it haphazardly in his hands. Yet, by sheer luck, he did not break it apart on the spot or twist off a component, but rather managed to return it to its original position.

When Fusong pushed Tianhao away from Tianfeng, the old priest found it very strange—Tianfeng had a wound on his arm that was over 20 centimeters long, yet the blood that flowed out was very little

A young person who rarely works and often sits outside staring at an insect, a bird, a tree, or daydreaming in the sunlight and fresh air, has managed to survive in such a harsh environment until now, not only due to the protection from parents and elder brothers but also thanks to the tolerance of the tribal leader