Chapter 169 The Original Female Lead Who Was Used as Cannon Fodder 19

Almost without hesitation, the others rushed forward as well, and not one of them retreated.

Even if you run the fastest when facing a level 7 zombie, you're still going to die if you only have your feet.

It's just a matter of dying sooner or later, let's do it!

Just as Zhao Linxiu rushed up to the zombie, he suddenly sensed an unusual fluctuation.

It was an indescribable, chilling energy, as if darkness itself had come to life.

Before he could examine it closely, the zombie's left leg suddenly twisted in a bizarre way.

What happened?!

Zhao Linxiu paused in his attack, his eyes widening as he saw the zombie's leg flesh melting away at a visible speed, as if being burned by invisible flames.

Even more terrifying, the exposed bones were also rapidly turning black and crumbling, as if they were being completely corroded by some force.

It was only then that Zhao Linxiu noticed the black wisps of mist drifting in the air.

They were deeper than the night, flowing slowly around the zombies, wrapping around every wound of their target like living things.

The black mist blended perfectly with the shadows, and he wouldn't have been able to detect their presence if it weren't for the strange injuries that suddenly appeared on the zombies.

Zhao Linxiu was horrified, a chill running down his spine to the back of his neck.

What kind of power is this that can so easily injure a level seven zombie?

"Fool." Lin Wuque sneered.

In such a situation, he could still stand there in a daze.

The zombie let out a painful howl.

The zombie let out a painful roar, its exposed brain tissue twitching violently, and its eerie blue nerve veins flickering and throbbing.

The black venom clung to its body like a malignant tumor, devouring its flesh and blood every second.

Unable to bear the pain any longer, its right arm suddenly swelled up and drooped towards Zhao Yunxiu and the others.

After a brief moment of stunned silence, Zhao Linxiu, who was someone who often walked on the edge of life and death, quickly jumped to the side.

"boom!"

The zombie's right arm exploded in a burst of foul-smelling blood mist amidst the lightning, and its movements faltered.

Taking advantage of this brief gap, Zhao Linxiu and his teammates quickly retreated a few steps and scattered, while simultaneously throwing their superpowers at the zombies as if they were free.

Although they didn't know who was behind it, they had no intention of investigating at the moment; they only wanted to hold onto this sliver of hope.

Under the combined attack of Lin Wuque's Black Annihilation and Zhao Yunxiu's team, the Level 7 zombie's body finally began to collapse.

"The final blow!" Zhao Linxiu roared, gathering the last of his lightning-based supernatural power in his palm.

The others gritted their teeth and squeezed out their remaining energy, recklessly hurling fireballs, wind blades, and ice spikes at the zombie's mangled body.

The zombie let out a final, shrill howl. Then, its body twisted and deformed as if being kneaded by an invisible hand. Its writhing brain tissue turned into pus first, followed by its bones and muscles, and finally even its sharp bone spurs turned into a pool of foul-smelling black mud.

A crystal core gleaming with a ghostly blue light rolled out from the rotting flesh, standing out conspicuously in the darkness.

Zhao Linxiu gasped for breath, his legs gave way and he collapsed to his knees. His teammates also staggered, each bearing injuries of varying degrees.

Only now did they dare to believe that the terrifying level seven zombie had truly been eliminated.

Once he regained some strength, Zhao Linxiu struggled to his feet, picked up the crystal core, and then looked at the RV that had remained stationary the entire time, without moving an inch, not far behind him. He then walked over to it.

Zhao Linxiu is a level six ability user. His eyesight has been enhanced, allowing him to see in the dark, though not as well as during the day.

Previously, all his attention had been on the zombies. Only now did he notice that the RV was excessively clean, as if it were brand new. The gleaming body was without a single scratch, only covered with some loose dust, making it seem out of place.

In a world where water and soil are polluted, all resources are extremely scarce, and almost no one is willing to use water to wash their car.

The fact that the car was kept so clean in this wasteland ravaged by blood and fire shows that the owner is very capable and has excellent skills.

Zhao Linxiu became increasingly cautious and prudent.

"I am Zhao Linxiu, the captain of the third cleaning team of Hope Base. Thank you for saving us."

He then presented the crystal core with both hands, his face showing gratitude.

"If it weren't for your timely intervention, our entire team would probably have perished. This crystal core rightfully belongs to you."

The car window rolled down, revealing a delicate and handsome face with deep, cold eyes like an icy pool, their gaze icy and sinister.

Upon meeting those eyes, Zhao Linxiu's body stiffened instantly, a chill ran down his spine, and even his thoughts slowed down.

Hei Yan rolled up the crystal core and put it away, and Lin Wuque said without any politeness, "Alright, you can get lost now."

Zhao Linxiu steadied himself and tried to make his expression more amiable.

The social classes that had gradually solidified before the apocalypse had been reshuffled by the arrival of the apocalypse. There were many people who became arrogant after gaining power, and Zhao Linxiu had heard even harsher things about them.

A bad attitude doesn't matter; as long as you have the power, even if someone is a living ancestor, you have to serve them well!

If he can kill a level seven zombie without showing his face, his strength must be even greater. Zhao Linxiu will definitely try to win him over and keep him at Hope Base.

"Where are you headed? If you're going to Hope Base, why don't we travel together? We're heading back to our base anyway."

When asked where he was going, Zhao Linxiu was already certain that Lin Wuque was going to Hope Base, because there was only one destination ahead on this road, and that was Hope Base. Going to other places did not require coming here.

Lin Wuque ignored him completely, started the vehicle, and didn't take him seriously at all.

These people made their master wait here for so long, wasting so much time. It was already a merciful result that Lin Wuque didn't kill them along with the zombies.

Seeing this, Zhao Linxiu quickly added, "The base gate is closed now, and you can't get in even if you go now. We belong to the cleaning team, and because of the special nature of our work, we are not subject to access control or the gate. If you go by yourself, you will have to wait until tomorrow to enter the city."

Lin Wuque then stopped what he was doing and turned to look at Ruan Yunzhen, who was sitting on the sofa behind him.

"Owner?"

After being severely punished, Lin Wuque completely submitted and became more accepting of Ruan Yunzhen's status as "master." This title was then used in daily life and was no longer limited to when he was being abused.

Upon hearing this address, Zhao Linxiu trembled violently and instinctively turned his gaze behind him, his face filled with astonishment.

When he faced this man, he felt extremely dangerous, as if he were facing an insurmountable, towering mountain.

From the moment their eyes met, a dangerous signal flashed wildly in Zhao Linxiu's mind.

He was like an insurmountable, towering mountain, making one feel so insignificant that one couldn't even muster the thought of resistance. Yet, such a powerful person would actually address another person as "master."

How powerful must this "master" be?

Level 8?

Or... Level 9?!

Zhao Linxiu's breathing suddenly quickened, and his gaze was fixed intently on the carriage.

However, the car model's excellent light-blocking properties prevented him from seeing the big boss's true face.

Lin Wuque noticed his gaze, his eyes flashed with malice, and with a flick of his black whip, Zhao Linxiu was sent flying and crashed heavily to the ground.

Lin Wuque said in a sinister tone, "If you dare to look again, I'll gouge your eyes out!"

Zhao Linxiu lay on the ground, struggling to look up at the man in the driver's seat. He was met with the man's undisguised intense killing intent, and a sense of fear rose in his heart.

He originally thought that the person who would lend a helping hand must be righteous, and even if they were a little arrogant, it would just be a matter of being proud of their talent, and their merits would not outweigh their flaws.

Who would have thought that his temperament would be so unpredictable, like a ruthless demon who kills without blinking an eye.

Zhao Linxiu's teammates, unaware of what was happening, were startled and instinctively drew their pistols from their waists, aiming them at the RV.

Upon seeing this, Zhao Linxiu felt a chill run down his spine and immediately shouted, "Put your hands down, all of you!"

The teammates looked at each other, then obediently lowered their hands.

Ruan Yunzhen warned, "Lin Wuque!"

Lin Wuque paid no attention to the trash in the distance, but carefully examined Zhao Linxiu. Seeing his pathetic state, he felt relieved, and the murderous intent in his eyes slowly dissipated. He then turned to Zhao Linxiu, seeking praise:

"Master, I will obey."

Ruan Yunzhen rolled her eyes. "Let's go with them."

She didn't want to wait outside the base all night either.

"Yes, Master."

Lin Wuque agreed, then looked at Zhao Linxiu and said condescendingly, "Lead the way."

"yes."

Zhao Linxiu pursed his lips, not daring to say anything more or look around any further.

Regardless of the abilities of the people in the car, let his uncle try to persuade them; he doesn't have the power to do so.

Zhao Linxiu limped back to the group, had someone bring back the car that was hidden in the distance, and helped all his teammates who were still able to get into the car and drive towards Hope Base.

After driving for more than an hour, the Hope Base finally came into view.

In the darkness, the entire base resembled a blunt, black boulder, with towering walls made of thick iron plates, riddled with dents and scratches from zombies.

Several meticulously calibrated searchlights projected dim cones of light at precise angles, just enough to illuminate the jagged spiked roadblocks in the distance, ensuring that not a single ray of light would disturb the hunters roaming in the distance.

Ruan Yunzhen looked at him curiously, and Lin Wuque couldn't help but chuckle when he saw this:

"A flock of terrified sheep gathered together and actually made the fence quite sturdy."

Zhao Linxiu skillfully parked the car in front of the checkpoint on the east side of the dedicated lane, then took out his walkie-talkie, reported the situation to the guards, got out of the car, walked to the RV, and said with a forced smile:

"Sir, we have arrived at Hope Base. According to security regulations, you and your companion need to get out of the vehicle for a simple check. You can only enter the base after your safety has been confirmed."

He still harbored a sliver of fear towards Lin Wuque, but for the sake of the hundreds of thousands of people in the base, he had to do it.

Even if you know that the people in the car are unlikely to be carrying the zombie virus, the necessary procedures still need to be followed.

"trouble."

Lin Wuque tapped the steering wheel with his fingers, a hint of impatience appearing on his face.

Ruan Yunzhen didn't have any objections.

"Let's go, get off the bus."

Lin Wuque opened the car door, jumped out first, and then reached out his hand for Ruan Yunzhen to take his hand and get out of the car.

Noticing his movements, their gazes, both overt and covert, immediately turned towards him.

They had all heard Zhao Linxiu say that there was another big shot in the car, whom the person who helped them called "master".

These people couldn't help but feel a surge of curiosity.

A slender, white hand gently rested on Lin Wuque's palm, its fingertips gleaming like pearls under the searchlight.

As she gracefully leaned out, the already quiet examination area fell into an even deeper silence, as if time had been paused and even the air itself had frozen.

The moment she stood still, the whole world paled in comparison.

Her waist-length black hair cascaded down like a waterfall, each strand shimmering with a lustrous glow as if kissed by moonlight, so beautiful it was almost illusory, yet so real it was breathtaking.

There were still-wet bloodstains on the cement floor of the quarantine station, but wherever she stepped, even the filth became a totem of devotion.

Everyone unconsciously held their breath, afraid of disturbing this unparalleled beauty that shouldn't exist in the human world.

Suddenly, a bone-chilling coldness crept up their spines, as if a cold, venomous snake were winding its way up their spines, and everyone shivered involuntarily.

They instinctively reached for their weapons, only to find their fingers stiff and unresponsive.

Zhao Linxiu's neck instantly became covered in cold sweat, his instincts honed over years of teetering on the brink of life and death were frantically alarming him.

Even the zombies wandering around the base became eerily quiet, as if they had sensed some higher-level existence.

"If you don't want your eyes," Lin Wuque curled his lips into a chilling smile, "I can take care of them for you."

Under the moonlight, a hazy mist rose around him, the mist moving as if it were alive, exuding a bone-chilling cold.

Everyone lowered their heads with difficulty, avoiding Lin Wuque's gaze.

Ruan Yunzhen grabbed Lin Wuque's ear and twisted it hard: "You better behave yourself."

Lin Wuque's aura faltered, and his eyes immediately became much clearer.

He pursed his lips and said obediently, "I understand, Master."

The wandering black mist dissipated, and the mountain that had been weighing on everyone's hearts was lifted, allowing them to breathe a sigh of relief.

It was only then that Zhao Linxiu finally noticed something else; he couldn't detect even a trace of supernatural energy in her.

This woman, who seemed like a goddess, was actually an ordinary person.

That's true, such stunning beauty and unique charm deserve everyone's utmost respect.

To be able to respect it as one's master is a great honor and a blessing.

With Lin Wuque's warning, no one dared to look at Ruan Yunzhen anymore, deeply suppressing the endless desire that suddenly rose in their hearts.

Soon, a group of people in protective suits walked out of the checkpoint.

As soon as I stepped out, I was immediately struck by a deep shock and stood there motionless for a long time.

Zhao Linxiu's gaze swept over Lin Wuque's cold and fierce eyes, his Adam's apple bobbing nervously. He hurriedly urged, "What are you still standing there for? Check according to the procedure!"

He was afraid that these people's gazes would offend Lin Wuque and provoke his killing intent again.