mesbooks Chapter 30: Terrified! Master Ling is a true tough guy!
Chapter 30: Terrified! Master Ling is a true tough guy!
Just like in movies and TV dramas, the police always arrive late, waiting for the protagonist to make a comeback. For the rescue and medical teams on the show, they also got to play the police in a movie this time, finally showing up only after everything was over.
From the discovery of the giant python to the arrival of the rescue team, only a little over ten minutes had passed. This rescue speed was certainly not slow. But everyone knew in their hearts that if Yuan Linghan hadn't been so shrewd, he probably wouldn't have been able to wait for the rescue.
When the rescue team entered the jungle, they saw Yuan Linghan sitting on the ground, panting. Although he didn't say a word, the look in his eyes made the rescue team members stop in their tracks. The aura conveyed in that look filled the team members with fear.
Some team members even muttered to themselves, "My God, that look is terrifying. Is this what they call murderous intent?"
In contrast, netizens who witnessed the bloody battle between man and python were extremely excited and thrilled. Yuan Linghan's personal donations, in particular, surged rapidly, like stirring up a hornet's nest. These netizens all felt that the bloody battle had them on the edge of their seats.
"What action blockbuster? What special effects blockbuster? Compared to Master Ling's bloody battle against the giant python, they're all utterly weak."
"Master Ling is awesome! I never tip during live streams, but I'm making an exception today and tipping 100 yuan. This live stream is so enjoyable!"
"No wonder he's a butcher! He practically single-handedly tortured and killed such a huge snake. He's a real man!"
"Master Ling, I have fair skin, a beautiful face, and long legs. I'm willing to offer myself to you. Master Ling, you're too amazing!"
For Yuan Linghan, who was sitting on the ground at this moment, once the mutated python had completely stopped moving, his body, which had been rushing with excitement as if it had been injected with adrenaline, was now only filled with exhaustion. Although the time was short, the process was thrilling and exciting.
Only now did Yuan Linghan understand why some people enjoy challenging their so-called limits. Because the process of doing so is captivating. But he knew that he wouldn't always be so lucky.
If things had gone wrong even slightly, he might have already been strangled to death by the giant python, or become its food!
The safety team leader who arrived for the rescue saw that Yuan Linghan's expression had finally returned to normal before cautiously asking, "Mr. Yuan, are you injured? The medical team is on standby and can provide you with assistance at any time."
"Thank you! I'm fine, I just used up too much energy and spirit earlier, so I need to rest now."
"Okay, Mr. Yuan. If you don't mind, could you please have a medical examination?"
Faced with the security team leader's offer of goodwill, Yuan Linghan finally said, "Alright, I'll leave things here to you, okay?"
"Of course! Leave the rest to us. Mr. Yuan, on behalf of the director and the production team, I sincerely apologize for this accident. A dedicated team will handle all the follow-up matters."
"Okay! Thank you for your help!"
Without saying much, Yuan Linghan, covered in blood, stood up from the ground, walked to the giant python that was no longer moving, and pulled out the axe that had been embedded in the python's head. Carrying the blood-soaked axe, Yuan Linghan calmly walked out of the mountain.
The medical staff who had originally intended to examine him dared not approach. In their eyes, Yuan Linghan was currently radiating a murderous aura. Who could guarantee that if they disturbed or approached him, they wouldn't be struck by an axe in his extreme stress?
This scene was broadcast live by a drone, prompting countless netizens to chuckle and comment, "The crew must be completely stunned right now. They wouldn't dare approach Ling Ye, who's covered in blood!"
"Master Ling is so calm! He's as calm as if nothing's wrong!"
"This scene is so impactful! It's like a modern-day version of a blood-soaked war god!"
Having emerged from the jungle alone, Yuan Linghan felt no discomfort other than a slight soreness in his body. He also felt that the spoils from hunting the mutated python were well worth the previous desperate struggle; the gains were indeed substantial.
What truly intrigued him was a new physical attribute he discovered from hunting the mutated python: poison resistance. Although the attribute stat wasn't high, Yuan Linghan figured that things like gutter oil and additives would be completely harmless to him from now on.
Arriving at the spot where he had previously discarded the composite bow and arrows, Yuan Linghan collected them all. Then, under the watchful eyes of viewers in the live stream, as well as the rescue and medical team members following behind him, he removed his camouflage jacket, which was stained with python blood.
Stepping into the nearby stream, he completely soaked his camouflage jacket in the water. Countless drops of crimson python blood mixed with the stream water, gradually diluting with the current. Once the jacket was clean, Yuan Linghan used it as a towel to dry his body.
Feeling that there was too much python blood on him to wipe clean, Yuan Linghan simply found a deeper spot in the water, lay down in it, and vigorously scrubbed himself. The once clear stream water was instantly stained red.
Even so, Yuan Linghan could still smell the blood in his breath. Knowing that his clothes would need a thorough wash to remove the stench, he finally decided to go back to the shelter and take a good shower.
Carrying his wet coat, he saw the staff waiting by the stream and gave a rare smile, saying, "Sorry, the smell was too strong, I had to wash myself. I'm not injured, so you don't need to bother."
Upon hearing this, the medical team leader finally said, "Mr. Yuan, why don't we still examine him?"
"How about this, let me go back to the shelter and take a shower first. You can do the examination after I shower?"
"Okay! Thank you for your cooperation!"
"It's all for work, I understand!"
Having completely calmed down, Yuan Linghan didn't concern himself with what to do with the mutated python afterward. He had originally wanted to taste its meat, but ultimately abandoned the idea. After all, not everyone has that kind of courage!
Back at the shelter, Wu Yue and his two companions breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing the news from the production team. Chen Duling, overjoyed, cried out, "Brother Yue, Sister Ying, I'm going to pick up Brother Yuan!"
"Okay, let's go together!"
As expected, just as the three were halfway there, they saw Yuan Linghan walking towards them. Before Wu Yue and Zhao Liying could react, Chen Duling, disregarding her image as a rising star, cried out and rushed into Yuan Linghan's arms.
The crew members following Yuan Linghan also found the scene very touching. Wu Yue and Zhao Liying, being experienced themselves, knew that Chen Duling, this pure and innocent young actress, was probably completely smitten and didn't even intend to hide it anymore.
Only Yuan Linghan looked somewhat embarrassed and even at a loss. In the end, he gently put his arm around the girl's shoulder and softly comforted her, "Dudu, it's alright! It's all over now, and I'm back safely. I've already killed that python."
"Um, Brother Yuan, I'm sorry! It's all my fault! If I hadn't touched its eggs, it wouldn't have attacked us."
"It was all an accident! Hehe, you were just touching its eggs, but I just stepped on one and smashed it right in front of it!"
As he offered these reassuring words, Yuan Linghan lowered his voice and said, "Dudu, there's a drone filming overhead; the whole thing is being broadcast live. Watch your image; you're a rising star, after all!"
"Hmph, I'm not afraid! So what if I'm doing a live stream? There's nothing shameful about it."
These words left Yuan Linghan somewhat amused and exasperated, ultimately giving Zhao Liying a look that seemed to say, "Help me!" Zhao Liying promptly stepped forward, pulling Chen Duling away to comfort her, and the scene of their reunion after the ordeal finally returned to normal.
When embracing Wu Yue, the martial arts star exclaimed with admiration, "Xiao Ling, I'm impressed. You're a real man, a true tough guy!"
For Wu Yue to say those words, it's clear that he genuinely acknowledges Yuan Linghan. He no longer sees him as a non-celebrity partner on the show, but as a friend, even a brother, with whom he can have an equal and sincere relationship!