When they arrived at the main Building 1, Liang Yuan saw Professor Li in tears, constantly wiping his eyes.
Li Hanzhongâs wife, Shen Hongmei, lay on the bed in a deep sleep.
But looking at her peaceful expression, it was clear she was not in pain.
"Thank you, thank you, Dr. Wang." Li Hanzhong held his wife Shen Hongmeiâs hand, expressing gratitude to Wang An ceaselessly.
Wang An hastily waved his hand and smiled, "Professor Li, youâre too kind. Iâm not a doctor. I just happen to have awakened a healing superpower."
Li Hanzhong said, "My wifeâs arthritis has long been incurable, even before the great flood. We went to numerous hospitals to no avail and could only rely on painkillers to alleviate the symptoms."
"Your superpower is more effective than the doctors in those hospitals. In my eyes, youâre a living miracle worker."
Li Hanzhongâs words left Wang An in a mix of laughter and tears; it was the first time anyone called him a doctor.
Back in Yangshan, everyone either called him Captain Wang or Boss Wang.
Wang An quickly said, "Please donât say that. Our shelter already has a doctor, an expert in traditional Chinese medicine. If he hears this, it might upset him."
Upon hearing this, Li Hanzhong was overjoyed: "Your shelter even has a doctor?"
Beside him, Ding Yan smiled, "Professor Li, our shelter isnât small; we have a traditional Chinese medicine doctor. Right now, he treats patients and also partakes in some pharmaceutical research. When you come over, our Yangshan research team will grow even more."
Li Hanzhong displayed a look of longing. After all, what he loved most was scientific research.
Wang An also said, "My treatment is just surface-level. Although Madam Shenâs symptoms are relieved now, itâs not a cure. Her joints have deformed, so you still need to consult Dr. Yang for professional advice."
Li Hanzhong nodded repeatedly, "Alright, alright, itâs already very good. My wife used to be in so much pain she couldnât sleep. Now she can sleep so soundly; itâs already a blessing."
At this point, Liang Yuan walked in, smiling, "Professor Li, the times have changed. While the great flood has brought terrifying disasters, it has also caused many creatures to mutate, presenting new opportunities before us."
"Your wifeâs condition might have been difficult to address before the flood, but now itâs not certain anymore."
"Mr. Liang."
"Liang Yuan, youâre here."
Wang An and Ding Yan both greeted Liang Yuan.
Liang Yuan smiled and nodded, then sat opposite Li Hanzhong, "Professor Li, Iâm Liang Yuan, the leader of the Yangshan Shelter."
Upon hearing this, Li Hanzhong quickly stood and expressed his gratitude, "Mr. Liang, hello, I donât know how to thank you all. If it werenât for your team coming to rescue my wife and me, the two of us wouldnât have made it through this year."
Liang Yuan comforted him, "Professor Li, youâre too kind. Youâre an expert in the shipbuilding field, someone people compete to have everywhere. The folks in Lishui Garden didnât know your background or understand your significance, and they neglected you."
"In the future, when you join us in Yangshan, Granny Shenâs arthritis will be treated over there."
"Yangshan Shelter can help you with all other living issues."
Li Hanzhong was delighted inside; he had already learned about Yangshanâs situation from Ding Yan.
He never dreamed that, after the collapse of human society, one day he could still rely on his knowledge for a living.
"Thank you, thank you, Mr. Liang. Rest assured, I know why you sought me out. I swear here, Iâll definitely help Yangshan build the best ships."
Liang Yuan laughed; that assurance was enough for him.
He then asked with a smile, "By the way, I noticed your spiritual power is quite high, and your constitution exceeds that of ordinary people. Have you awakened a Spirit Class superpower?"
Li Hanzhong knew this Mr. Liang was truly remarkable; with just one glance, he discerned that he had awakened superpowers.
Knowing he couldnât hide it, he straightforwardly replied, "Yes, Mr. Liang, I have awakened superpowers, but theyâre not combat-oriented."
"My superpower greatly enhances my mental computation, memory, and other abilities."
"I can sense the existence of spiritual power, but I canât manifest any unique spiritual attacks or skills."
Upon hearing this, Liang Yuan slightly raised an eyebrow, "Is your superpower more of the auxiliary type?"
"Yes, I feel like my brain is a high-precision instrument, almost like a smart computer, able to quickly process thoughts and handle matters."
"I suspect it might be related to my long-term work in research and development."
Li Hanzhong said helplessly.
This speculation is likely true; the direction of oneâs awakening varies greatly based on what they most desire at heart.
Liang Yuan smiled, "Professor Li, doesnât this ability perfectly suit you for research and development?"
"Thatâs true, but in this world, how much research can I actually do? Itâs hard enough to survive and feed my family."
Li Hanzhong showed a bitter smile; when he first awakened his superpower, he truly hoped for strong combat abilities so he could stand his ground in Lishui Garden and get food and medicine for his wife.
Yet he awakened an auxiliary type of superpower, which left him despairing.
If it werenât for Liang Yuan and the othersâ timely arrival, his wife might not have survived this time.
Liang Yuan, hearing this, immediately said, "Professor Li, once you join our Yangshan, you wonât need to worry about survival anymore."