Chapter 994: They've Come to Help

The room fell silent after those words were spoken.

It took Xiao Jihui a full minute to process the other party's explanation. His Adam's apple bobbed, and he said in a hoarse voice, "You mean, these plants have evolved, they've turned into monsters, and they've started attacking humans, just like those ferocious beasts?"

"They are more terrifying than wild beasts. Vice Minister, the terror of wild beasts can be discerned from their appearance; at least humans know to run when they encounter them. But these strange plants can easily disguise themselves as ordinary plants and then attack humans. You must know that in people's inherent consciousness, most plants are immobile and cannot possibly harm humans. But now..."

But now they not only hurt people, but may also prey on them, which is undoubtedly terrifying.

"How could it have turned out like this? How could it have turned out like this?"

Upon seeing this, a young man in his early twenties couldn't help but whisper, "Could it be... the end of the world?"

"end?"

"Have you ever seen science fiction movies? When the apocalypse comes, all kinds of creatures on Earth will face mutation. Plants will develop their own consciousness, and animals... will become ferocious, restless, and attack people..."

Upon hearing his words, everyone's expression changed again. Normally, they would have just laughed it off, thinking that humans have rich imaginations and can make all sorts of imagined disaster movies.

But now, considering this incident, there's a jarring sense of disillusionment as reality sets in, making their hearts tremble and their skin crawl.

Xiao Jihui had a splitting headache and knew that this matter was of great importance and could not be kept secret. He had already reported it to the authorities.

But after hearing these speculations from several people, I feel that what I have done is far from enough.

"Have the research institute test the composition of these plants as soon as possible, and if necessary, capture one alive at all costs. At the same time, take all precautions, not only against the plants but also against the animals. Issue a notice immediately to make everyone take this matter seriously. Also, based on your previous experience dealing with these exotic plants, find a way to deal with them as soon as possible. We absolutely cannot allow them to spread and harm more people."

"yes!"

No sooner had they finished speaking than someone rushed in from outside: "Deputy Minister, something terrible has happened!"

Xiao Jihui jumped to his feet: "What's wrong?"

"The alien plants in the city center are too big, impervious to swords and bullets, and very aggressive. Many of the people we sent there were injured. There are also more people in the city center, so the evacuation is slow. Now it's getting out of control there. We request that you send more people over to help as soon as possible."

"What?" Xiao Jihui could no longer sit still. "What are the casualties at the scene? Is there any conclusion about what this strange plant in the city center is? Guns and fire didn't work?"

"Apart from the three who were unfortunate at the beginning, most people were only injured. But the tricky part is that there are two strange plants in the city center."

"Two?!"

"Yes, one looks a bit like a pitcher plant, and the other might be a monkshood. According to our understanding, these two unusual plants are most likely mutations of the plants that the family in the incident was growing."

The speaker paused at this point, clearly finding it somewhat difficult to understand.

If you like growing plants, then grow plants. Why not plant some common flowers and grasses like cacti or roses? Why do you have to grow these weird and unfamiliar things that I've never even heard of?

It's somewhat understandable to grow pitcher plants, since they're known as professional insect catchers; keeping them at home to catch mosquitoes and flies is fine.

What's the rationale behind raising Aconitum carmichaelii? Although it looks quite nice, aren't you worried that your child might accidentally pick it and eat it, causing poisoning?

"The three people who were unfortunate earlier were swallowed by that pitcher plant. Most of the injuries later were caused by attacks from aconite. Aconite is poisonous, so those who were injured may not look seriously, but they need to be treated for poisoning in time. The scene is in complete chaos now, and the hospital is almost overwhelmed."

"Damn it!" Xiao Jihui never expected that two different alien plants would appear in one place at the same time. One alien plant is difficult enough to deal with, but two together is a disaster, not to mention that one of them is poisonous!

"The residential areas in the city center are already quite densely populated, making our men somewhat hesitant to act. What's strange is that these two alien plants are much larger than the ones previously reported, and they're impervious to fire and guns, possessing formidable defensive capabilities. Most frighteningly, some have reported that the pitcher plant doubled in size after swallowing several people. Therefore, we suspect that these alien plants are highly likely to evolve further, and the method of their evolution..."

Xiao Jihui's eyelids twitched. If that were the case, the matter would be even more troublesome!

"Our people are helpless right now, and the people over there are already panicking. If we can't get rid of these two strange plants soon, I'm afraid..."

Xiao Jihui clutched his hair, frantic and at a loss for what to do: "Send people over there as soon as possible, along with the best weapons. Also, invite Master Liaoran and Daoist Qin over to see if they have any ideas."

"Miss Ye, Mr. Feng..."

Xiao Jihui thought of these two people almost immediately, but the key problem is... neither of them is currently in the country.

Thinking of this, Xiao Jihui went completely crazy.

Why did he have to go abroad at this crucial moment of all times? Most importantly, he's been trying to call them for hours, but hasn't been able to get through!

Xiao Jihui now desperately wanted to sprout wings and fly to the other side of the sea to bring the person back, but he also knew that this was impossible.

Just as Xiao Jihui was getting anxious and flustered, another person ran in from outside.

"Vice Minister!"

Xiao Jihui stood up again like a startled bird: "What happened now?"

"Sir, several gentlemen say they have something very important to discuss with you."

"gentlemen?"

"Yes, they are all very young." What the messenger didn't mention was that they were all very handsome.

But in such a critical moment, focusing on appearance will most likely get you beaten up.

Xiao Jihui frowned deeply, then, as if he had just realized something, asked excitedly, "Where is he? Where is he?"

"The person is right at the main gate."

As soon as he finished speaking, Xiao Jihui strode out.

Before long, he saw several young people standing at the entrance of their department, the most eye-catching of whom was Xiang Yueqi, who was nearly 1.9 meters tall.

"Gentlemen..." Xiao Jihui had a feeling that these people were not simple, but for a moment he did not know how to address them.

Upon hearing his voice, Xiao Jihui turned around to see a handsome face with distinctly foreign features.

He smiled at Xiao Jihui and asked in a friendly manner, "Is there anything we can help you with?"

(End of this chapter)