Screwllum paused for a moment in thought, then continued, "I have a general understanding of the situation now. Please do not worry—everything in the universe exists in mutual reinforcement and restraint. In the phrasing of the Xianzhou, within every three paces must be found the antidote. Even the most complex toxins can be reverse-engineered. For instance, the creator of such a poison, fearing they might die without rescue if the antidote were lost, would surely prepare a substitute remedy to take the place of the true antidote. And that substitute is hidden within the toxin itself."
Upon hearing this, Raphael grew spirited and said, "I beg the Mr. Screwllum to elaborate. I am most willing to lend an ear."
Doudou was sitting not far from Raphael and, overhearing his words, couldn't help a silent sigh of emotion. This fellow still possessed a human touch; clearly claiming on the surface that he didn't care and that it was none of his business, he was nevertheless inquiring about the matter right here in front of Screwllum. That was unmistakable concern.
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