Chapter 725
“He said nothing wrong. There is aconite in the medicine.” Linden’s words shocked everyone.
“What?” That invigilator froze in disbelief. “Dr. Watkins, you must be mistaken. I remember that aconite wasn’t listed in the recipe.
The elders beside Linden did not say anything but had puzzled expressions. The medicines were brewed according to a recipe, and no one would dare to change it. How is it possible that it contained aconite?
“Originally, Aconite was not included. But I just felt like adding it, so I did,” Linden said casually,
“You felt like it?” When the crowd heard that statement, they exchanged looks with each other. Wasn’t Linden too carefree?
“Dr. Watkins, when aconite is combined with the Fritillaria bulb, it becomes poisonous. Why would you add it?” The invigilator frowned.
He had said the same thing just now to criticize Dustin. Now, Linden had confirmed that there was really aconite in the medicine.
“It’s to test everyone, of course,” Linden said casually. “If we strictly follow the recipe, it would be too simple and boring. They would easily be able to guess the ingredients.
“However, adding aconite would make things more interesting Everyone must think outside the box to notice the little surprise I prepared for you.
“Unfortunately, none of you noticed it. Except for this man, who was sensitive enough to spot it. So technically speaking, he is the only one with a perfect score!”
The crowd became uneasy when they heard that. It seemed this was all planned by Linden. Most importantly, Dustin was the only person who successfully noticed the special ingredient added to the medicine!
Before Linden revealed the truth, the crowd thought that Dustin was just an attention seeker, SO they mocked him as much as they wanted. None of them expected that they were the real fool.
“How’s that possible? I didn’t even notice that there was aconite. How did that bastard know?” Preston’s brows furrowed as he frowned. He was usually proud and arrogant because of his talents. He could not accept losing to someone else.
“Does this scoundrel have some insider information?” Miranda had a doubtful look on her face. Even though she was talented, it took her a few years to be on the same level as her seniors. Even her mentor, Dr. Darby, always praised her and considered her a potential successor.
She had never once made a mistake regarding medicine. That was until today. So she was annoyed.
“So, I was wrong?” The invigilator’s lips twisted to a frown, and he was speechless. He felt ashamed of his actions.
“Young man, you surprised me. But I have a question for you. Can you guess why I’ve added aconite to the medicine?” Linden smiled at him thoughtfully
“It’s to poison us,” Dustin answered confidently.
“Oh? Could you explain?” Linden raised a brow
“Based on the herbs, their properties, and the dosage. The toxic effect should start in about 30 minutes. And if I’m not wrong, this is all for our second test,” Dustin said calmly.
“And what else?” Linden nodded in approval.
“They mentioned that the second test is to produce medicine. But what you want us to do is to come up with the antidote while we are poisoned. However, it won’t be easy to produce the antidote while we are experiencing the effects of the toxin.” Dustin revealed the truth.
“Hahaha… Young man, you sure have talent!” Linden laughed heartily, his eyes shining with admiration toward Dustin.
“You are right! That is our next test for you. Whoever manages to produce the antidote will move on to the next round. Whoever fails to do so will never live to see the next day!”
As much as i love this story, this writer’s way of writing is getting me too fustrated.
How would you make up a story where there are always certain characters that would always insult Dustin for no just reason, always calling him bastard, punk, e.t.c., as if there’s is a special programmed contempt they have for him.
The repetition of this part of the story line is just too much, so predictable and annoying.
If not for the martial arts part, Natasha and some few characters i would have stopped reading this story cuz of the way Dustin is constantly insulted. There are others ways to go about this scenes other than insults. Don’t make it to look like you are lacking ideas as a writer.
Technically, Daliah’s family, the rest arrogant characters and even these ones at this extent are all thesame characters, repeating thesame stupidity and it destroys the sweetness of this story.
Plz think outside the box and don’t write a story this way again.
Everyone mustn’t act like they have a special hate against Dustin and then they start behaving like morons. Doing that too much makes the story to seem childish and unrealistic on that part.
Plz take my advice even if it sounds stern.
Sometimes, it takes Something as compelling as this advice to become a better writer. The wise will always learn even from what is seen as a trash.
Thanks.