The King Insect fantasized about what it would do after escaping, while Shi Ming was focused on his immediate plans.
He planned to head for Da Yu as soon as possible.
The purpose of his trip was crystal clear. He needed to establish a good relationship with the Xirang Research Institute to facilitate his plans for the Sea-Rising Cherry Root and viewing the great stele. Therefore, if he could save the researcher whose life was in danger after ingesting the Sea-Rising Cherry Root, it would be an excellent start.
If he arrived too late and the researcher unfortunately died, then...
Xirang would lose a talented individual, and Shi Ming would lose his opportunity.
As for how to save the researcher...
