Chapter 157

"Thankfully, the Sage of Medicine intervened back then and invented a cure. However, the disease disappeared entirely, and the remedy's method wasn't passed down. Hence, only the Sage of Medicine is able treat this condition," Derek explained. "Wouldn't the Sage of Medicine from a century ago be dead by now?" Rose asked. "The Sage of Medicine was revered as the greatest healer of his time. A remarkable figure like him would have extraordinary longevity and prowess. He was said to have a lifespan of a thousand years. How could he be dead?" Derek replied with reverence. "But where could he be?" Natasha asked anxiously. "A holy figure like the Sage of Medicine comes and goes as he pleases. It is impossible to find him at will," Derek explained. "What are we to do then? Is there truly no hope?" Natasha slumped in despair. "Dr. Thompson, are you certain there's no chance of a misdiagnosis? How could a rare, extinct disease from a century ago suddenly resurface here?" Rose questioned. "