Chapter 330: The Siege in the Apocalypse (7)
Wen Wan knew that Wu Yong was following her for two reasons: to protect her and to monitor her. Wen Wan planted the plants according to the planting manual provided by the system, and the soil purification liquid was poured into the soil along with the water. It was done only once, so even a great immortal wouldn't be able to detect it.
Wu Yong was so surprised to see the vegetables growing better and better that he even invited researchers from the testing center to come over. Through testing, it was found that these vegetables and potato seedlings had no trace of virus contamination, and even the soil was normal and uncontaminated.
"How did they do that?" the researcher asked in astonishment, after all, these plots of land were all abandoned and polluted land.
Wu Yong shook his head. "I don't know either. I watch her water and remove pests every day. It's just a normal planting process. There's nothing strange about it."
researcher:"……"
“There must be some secrets we don’t know about. We need to report this to Captain Gu.”
Wu Yong nodded. "You're right."
The researchers stayed behind and tried to probe Wen Wan several times, but she always said she didn't know what was going on and wouldn't respond. The researchers could only take the soil and plants back to study, and soon made some discoveries. The researchers quickly invited Gu Yan to the testing center.
"Captain Gu, through in-depth research on the soil that was originally infected but later returned to normal, we discovered a new substance that has never been seen before. We tried to extract the new substance, but our technology is not yet able to extract it, and a lot of research is needed. However, we think that since this substance can change diseased soil, it may also have an effect on the zombie virus and could be used on humans."
After saying this, the researchers felt their hearts start racing. This was their ultimate goal in their research: to find something to suppress or even solve the zombie virus. They never expected that there would be hope now.
Gu Yan was also shocked when he heard this.
"You continue your research."
Afterwards, Gu Yan called Wu Yong over and had Wu Yong approve a batch of diseased soil for Wen Wan, and also provided her with all kinds of seeds she needed free of charge, satisfying all her requirements.
Wen Wan naturally accepted all offers, since her goal was to help humanity to the best of her ability.
She naturally knew that Gu Yan was studying soil, but she didn't care. Anyway, if the research was successful, the system couldn't say anything. However, according to the system, the research would take a long time to complete.
Wen Wan became famous instantly.
Because they grew high-quality and healthy vegetables and food, they received wages from the safe zone, which are called crystal cores.
Many people came to watch, and Wen Wan didn't avoid anyone coming to see her. She was open and aboveboard, and the more people who came to help, the better. On the other hand, Wen Wan also felt some of the bloodshed. This was reflected in the fact that one day she woke up and found herself in an unfamiliar place. She was so scared that she immediately called on the system.
System: [You have been kidnapped. The mastermind is Lin Fulong.]
"Why did he tie me up? We had no connection whatsoever."
The system suddenly felt that its host was not very smart. "A common man is innocent, but he is guilty of possessing a treasure." Its host had made such a big fuss and even solved the problem of food shortage in the safe zone. Gu Yan's position was becoming more and more secure. Could Lin Fulong, as the opposing side, sit still?
Just then, the door opened, and a burly middle-aged man walked in, accompanied by two delicate beauties, and followed by two subordinates.
"Who are you? Why did you bring me here?" Wen Wan asked, feigning panic.
Lin Fulong said with a smile, "You don't know me, but I hear your name every day. You can grow vegetables, raise chickens, and improve diseased soil, turning waste into treasure. I am Lin Fulong. You should have heard of me. In this safe zone, Gu Yan and I share the territory."
Wen Yan: "???"
Comparing the safe zone to a vast empire, and looking at Lin Fulong, Wen Wan felt that this man was somewhat ill.
"So, what brings me here? Do you want me to help you grow vegetables?"
Lin Fulong: "I won't treat you unfairly. Do you want crystal cores or power? I can give you more than Gu Yan can. You just need to tell me how to change the diseased soil and refuse to grow vegetables for Gu Yan. I can give you things you could never get in your entire life."
Wen Yan: "..."
Wen Wan did not refuse, "Sure, but I need 10,000 crystal cores. Can you give me those?"
Ten thousand crystal cores?
Lin Fulong couldn't help but be shocked, not to mention the women serving him fruit. The two women were already hostile when they saw Wen Wan. As ordinary people without any special abilities, they wanted to live a good life, so they came to rely on Lin Fulong, but Wen Wan was clearly a threat.
"Ten thousand crystal cores? You're too greedy."
Lin Fulong didn't speak, but Wen Wan said with a smile, "That's all the money Captain Gu gave me."
Lin Fulong: "Impossible, how could Gu Yan possibly produce 10,000 crystal cores?"
"Why is it impossible? I possess a method to solve the diseased soil problem. This will not only allow the surviving humans to have enough to eat and survive, but Gu Yan has also instructed researchers to extract substances from the soil. Perhaps after some time, they will be able to create a solution to the zombie virus. This would be a savior for all of humanity. Ten thousand crystal cores is nothing compared to what I can get."
Lin Fulong: "..."
The two women next to them were also stunned.
"Then how can you prove that you can really solve the soil problem?"
"Are you stupid? Everyone in this safe zone knows that the vegetables we're eating now are all grown by me, using wasteland." Wen Wan rolled her eyes, and the two women glared at her, so Wen Wan glared back.
"You'd better think this through quickly, because Gu Yan will soon find out that I was kidnapped and then he'll suspect you and come to you for me. I'm sure Brother Lin doesn't want to face such a big problem as Gu Yan, right? For 10,000 crystal cores, I'll help you solve the diseased soil problem so you can also conduct research. Maybe you can even figure it out before Gu Yan does, since you're much stronger than him."
Flattery will get you everywhere.
"Ten thousand crystal cores are too many."
Wen Wan: "Well, there's nothing we can do then. It seems we can't do this deal."
Aren't you afraid I'll kill you?
"You won't. If you kill me, you'll be making an enemy of everyone in the safe zone. After all, I'm the provider of our food and clothing. Without what I grow, the safe zone will be destroyed sooner or later, and you'll be a sinner who incurs public wrath. Even if you're a superhuman, you probably haven't evolved the ability to not need to eat, right? In the apocalypse, superpowers can't guarantee your survival, but they can guarantee you food."
Lin Fulong: "..."
Why should I believe you?
"You may not believe it, but Gu Yan has already started researching it. I heard they are trying to extract substances from the soil that can fight the zombie virus. According to my guess, they should be able to extract it within a year, since I can provide the samples continuously."
Lin Fulong pushed aside the two women beside him and approached Wen Wan. "I need to make preparations and can't come up with 10,000 crystal cores right now. Here's what I'll do: I'll give you half first, and you hand over the secret to me. Then I'll pay you the other half."
"Okay." Wen Wan agreed so readily that even Lin Fulong didn't have time to react.
"Cash on delivery".
Lin Fulong looked at Wen Wan. It would be a lie to say that Wen Wan wasn't afraid, but she couldn't show any fear at this moment.
At that moment, someone ran in and whispered something in Lin Fulong's ear.
System: [The male lead is here, and so is your sister.]
"Is that Gu Yan? Brother Lin, you and I need to expedite our deal."
Lin Fulong thought for a moment, "I promise you, I will deliver the crystal core to you within three days, but in return, I need you to give me what I want."
"certainly."
"What should we say to Gu Yan? I think Miss Chu knows, right?" Lin Fulong continued. After all, although he didn't like Gu Yan and the two had been fighting for so long, he was still no match for that monstrous talent Gu Yan if it came down to superpowers alone.
"I know, don't worry, it won't implicate Brother Lin, nor will it put Brother Lin in a difficult position."
Wen Wan was quickly untied.
lobby.
Chu Mingyao looked very anxious. "What does Lin Fulong mean? Why did he kidnap my sister? If anything happens to my sister, I will kill him."
Gu Yan's expression wasn't very good either.
Lin Fulong came out quickly, with Wen Wan by his side. Chu Mingyao immediately ran towards Wen Wan, "Xiaoyue, are you alright? Lin Fulong didn't do anything to you, did he?"
Wen Wan was examined from head to toe by Chu Mingyao, and she shook her head, "I'm fine."
Lin Fulong smiled and said, "Mingyao must have misunderstood. I only invited her over because I heard that Mingyue had grown fresh vegetables and potatoes and could even improve the diseased soil. How could I do anything to Mingyue? After all, she is now a hero of the safe zone, right Mingyue?"
Wen Wan nodded. "I came here voluntarily. No one forced me. Besides, Brother Lin even gave me some gifts to take back with me, right, Brother Lin?"
Lin Fulong: "..." When did he say he would give a gift? But thinking about it, he had already agreed to trade with 5,000 crystal cores, so giving a gift didn't seem like a big deal.
He nodded. "I'll have someone prepare it later. We absolutely must take it back."
Chu Mingyao left with Wen Wan, and Gu Yan glanced at Lin Dalong with a complicated expression before following suit.
Lin Fulong's men walked over and said, "Gu Yan really doesn't respect Master Lin. Master Lin, are we just going to let her leave like this?"
Lin Fulong: "Go check with the testing center to see if they have extracted substances from the soil that can fight the zombie virus."
"Yes, five thousand crystal cores is too many."
"Then let's mix in half fakes. Do I really need to remind you? Just wait until we get the goods."
"Master Lin is brilliant."
On the other side, Wen Wan quickly told Chu Mingyao and Gu Yan about her deal with Lin Fulong.
Chu Mingyao tapped Wen Wan's forehead. "You're too bold. Ten thousand crystal cores is enough to kill Lin Fulong. That selfish and miserly man, how dare you make a deal with him?"
"He wouldn't dare kill me. If he did, my sister would definitely avenge me. And Captain Gu, I've made outstanding contributions to the people of the safe zone, so I'm a hero. Surely he would avenge me?"
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