The cold wind, carrying fine sand, hit Mou Xuan's face, bringing a slight sting.
He stared at the dark green "wave" in the distance - madly growing mutant plants, their twisted branches like devil's tentacles, greedily devouring everything.
Botanist Gao and mutant plant researcher Qin were still working day and night to study countermeasures. The base was filled with a tense atmosphere and everyone was on edge, as if their nerves were a string that could break at any time.
"There's progress!" Researcher Qin's excited voice broke the silence. He held a small bottle of light green liquid in his hand. "We found a plant called 'Starleaf Grass' on the hillside west of the base. Its juice contains ingredients that can inhibit the activity of special enzymes in mutant plants!"
Mou Xuan's heart trembled, as if a flash of lightning had cut through the dark night sky.
He grabbed Researcher Qin's shoulders and asked, "Are you sure it works?"
"Preliminary experimental results show that it is effective!" Researcher Qin said with uncontrollable excitement, "But large-scale extraction and practical application are needed to confirm it."
"Organize people to collect starleaf grass immediately!" Mu Xuan did not hesitate at all. He turned his head and looked at Captain Song, the captain of the defense team. "The defense fortifications must not be relaxed. The safety of the collectors must be guaranteed!"
After the order was issued, the base became busy.
Chen Yao volunteered to lead a group of base residents to participate in the collection work.
She knew very well that time was life, and the spread of mutant plants was alarming. Every minute of delay would increase the danger.
"Everyone be careful, watch your step and don't get close to the mutated plants!" Chen Yao reminded while carefully identifying the starleaf grass.
The leaves of this plant are star-shaped with fine serrations on the edges, reflecting a faint silver light in the sun.
The hillside on the west side of the base is covered with these seemingly ordinary plants.
Chen Yao and the residents collected the fruits carefully, their clothes were soaked with sweat, but no one complained about being tired.
They have only one belief in their hearts: for the safety of the base and for the hope of survival!
Soon, a large amount of starleaf grass was sent to the laboratory.
Botanist Gao and Researcher Qin immediately began the intensive extraction work.
As time passed, the air was filled with a faint scent of herbs, mixed with tension and anticipation.
Finally, before nightfall, the first batch of drugs to inhibit enzyme activity were completed.
Mou Xuan immediately arranged for Defense Captain Song to organize the team members to load the agent into the sprayer and prepare for field testing.
"Let's get started!" With Mou Xuan's order, the team members carried sprayers and carefully approached the edge of the mutated plants.
The drug sprayed on the mutated plants was like pouring a basin of cold water on them.
The branches that were originally growing wildly slowed down visibly, and the dark green leaves began to lose their luster.
"It works! It really works!" The team members cheered and their morale was boosted.
While the growth of the mutant plants was suppressed, the team members increased their attack intensity, using flamethrowers, laser guns, sharp machetes, and all other weapons to begin clearing out the mutant plants that had already grown.
The battle lasted all night long, with flames lighting up the night sky red and explosions ringing out one after another.
The team members fought bravely and did not retreat at all.
When the first rays of morning light shone on the earth, a large area of mutated plants around the base had been cleared.
Although the battle is not over yet, the dawn of victory has appeared.
Mou Xuan stood on a high place, looking at everything in front of him, his heart full of hope.
This action not only effectively prevented the spread of mutant plants, but also... When the smoke cleared, the air was filled with a burnt smell mixed with the unique stench of mutant plants, which was nauseating.
Broken vines and leaves were scattered all over the ground, telling of the fierceness of the battle that had just taken place.
The green juice on the protective suit had not yet dried up. Mou Xuan took off his goggles and took a deep breath. Although the air was polluted, compared to the overwhelming green wave that seemed to swallow everything, it was undoubtedly a breath of victory.
The operation was perfect.
They used the corrosive properties of the new agent and successfully created a barrier along the path where the mutant plants were spreading, effectively preventing their further expansion.
The raging flames devoured the remaining vines, making crackling sounds, like a war song celebrating victory.
Medical soldier He was treating the wounds of several lightly injured team members, and a rare relaxed smile appeared on his face.
When the mutant plants were wreaking havoc before, the wounded were sent in continuously, making him almost too busy to keep going.
Now, he can finally take a breath.
The land resource dispatcher was counting the remaining supplies. This operation consumed a lot of medicine and ammunition, but the results were huge.
Chen Yao walked over to Mou Xuan and handed him a bottle of water, "Thank you for your hard work."
Mou Xuan took the water, unscrewed the bottle cap, tilted his head back and took a sip. The clear water slid down his throat, taking away a trace of fatigue.
He turned to look at Chen Yao, this tough girl who had performed well in the battle just now. Her accurate shooting and calm judgment provided strong firepower support for the team.
Their eyes met, and they both understood the relief and a hint of imperceptible tenderness in each other's eyes.
This life-and-death struggle against the mutated plants not only tests their courage and wisdom, but also deepens the bond between them.
In the distance, the team members responsible for cleaning up the battlefield were collecting samples of mutant plants. These samples would be sent to the laboratory for further research by mutant plant researcher Qin.
"This time, it's all thanks to the new drug developed by Researcher Qin." Mou Xuan said with emotion, "If it weren't for this drug, it would be difficult for us to achieve such great results."
Chen Yao nodded, "Yes, Researcher Qin's research on mutant plants is indeed very in-depth, he is the trump card of our base."
"I hope he can develop a more effective medicine as soon as possible to completely eliminate the threat of mutant plants." Mou Xuan looked at the burning fire in the distance. He knew that this battle was just the beginning. The threat of mutant plants was like a huge shadow, looming over their heads and lingering.
The sun gradually set, and the sky was dyed blood red, reflecting the devastated earth, looking particularly tragic.
The team members returned to the base one after another, carrying with them the joy of victory and expectations for the future.
The base was brightly lit and people were busy repairing damaged facilities, replenishing supplies, and preparing to meet new challenges.
Everything seemed in order and full of hope.
However, beneath this seemingly calm surface, an undercurrent is surging.
In the laboratory, Researcher Qin frowned and stared at the sample under the microscope with a serious expression...
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