flstandardbreds Chapter 125 The Dodder of the Apocalyptic Powerhouse 11
Chapter 125 The Dodder of the Apocalyptic Powerhouse 11
Jiang Yufeng opened his eyes, a hint of joy in them: "I'm fine, I've found a way to upgrade my superpower!"
"What method?" Cheng Yan didn't understand why the topic suddenly changed from the stone in the zombie's brain to upgrading superpowers.
Shen Yanke immediately understood Jiang Yufeng's meaning when he thought of the crystal that had just turned to ash: "This can enhance superpowers?"
"Yes, we can absorb the energy inside using our superpowers, but we don't know if there are any side effects yet. Tonight, I'll tell the base chief about the crystals and the zombies so we can study them together. Anyway, let's collect them first. If my body shows no abnormalities after five days, then this is probably the key to upgrading my superpowers."
In fact, Jiang Yufeng could sense that the energy in the crystal was not harmful to his body, but for safety reasons, he still needed to observe it for five days.
No matter how beautiful the crystal looks, it was obtained from a zombie and carries a certain risk of viral infection.
"Oh, Keyu-ge, you've already absorbed one. Isn't there any danger?" Cheng Yan looked at Jiang Yufeng with concern.
Shen Yanke also disapproved of his behavior just now: "Ayu, you were too rash just now."
Jiang Yufeng readily agreed: "I was reckless this time, I won't do it again."
"But I still don't understand why none of you can see this crystal, but I can. Is there something wrong with my ability?" Ye Shuwan asked this question.
Their current focus is on improving their crystal cores and superpowers, but they will remember this matter sooner or later.
If she takes the lead and guides them to think in the direction she wants, they will become even more convinced of the conclusion.
"Is it because Xiaoye is a healer? This is another way she uses her superpower—exploring the crystals inside the zombie's brain!"
Cheng Yan clenched his right fist and slammed it into his left palm. The more he spoke, the more convinced he became, and he nodded vigorously after finishing.
"Yes, that must be it. Xiao Ye, you are truly our lucky star. As soon as you arrived, we had someone to treat our injuries and you even solved the problem of upgrading our superpowers."
Shen Yanke still felt that something was wrong, but seeing that Ye Shuwan also looked confused and her expression didn't seem fake, he could only accept this explanation for the time being.
As expected, things unfolded as she had anticipated. Ye Shuwan looked up at Jiang Yufeng, intending to get him to refute the matter: "Brother Yu, is that right?"
Jiang Yufeng couldn't think of any other explanation: "That should be the case, but..."
Ye Shuwan thought the matter was over, but his "but" disrupted her rhythm.
He looked at Shen Yanke and the others with a serious expression and said in a deep voice, "However, no one is allowed to reveal that Ye Shuwan has healing abilities and that she can see the crystals inside the brains of zombies!"
Human nature is too complex, and the cruelty of the apocalypse amplifies the darkness of human nature.
If others were to discover that Ye Shuwan could heal wounds, some would inevitably try to morally blackmail her into helping with the treatment.
Once you compromise the first time, you'll do it countless times.
Even if they stand on her side, one fist can't fight four hands, and there will always be a time when she can't protect them.
Moreover, her special ability even allows her to see the crystals inside zombies' brains, and these crystals are related to the upgrade of her special ability.
Such an ability is too special.
If someone with ulterior motives finds out, they might use the excuse of saving humanity to get her to cooperate in experiments.
Even if the base commander in City A is his father, it would probably be difficult to protect her completely.
Blood tests are unavoidable; the worst thing is that she will be subjected to human experiments.
He had seen those experimental subjects who were living a life worse than death, numb and desperate, during his previous missions.
The thought that such a thing might happen to her caused him unbearable heartache.
He would never let her get into that situation!
He knew Shen Yanke and the others' character; once they nodded in agreement, they would do it.
He was actually more worried that Ye Shuwan would expose herself.
She looks so soft and gentle that she might not even realize someone is approaching her with ill intentions.
She was able to open up completely to these people she had only known for a day, and even offered to stay in their team.
It's easier to be deceived when dealing with someone with ill intentions.
Jiang Yufeng had to take this seriously and solemnly emphasized to Ye Shuwan, "You must remember that you cannot use your superpowers in front of anyone other than us. No one is allowed."
Ye Shuwan felt a warmth in her heart when she heard Jiang Yufeng say that.
Although this matter has no immediate impact on her, it's better to avoid trouble.
"I understand, thank you, Brother Yu." She trusted Jiang Yufeng more now, and her face was filled with gratitude as she looked up and unexpectedly met his eyes.
Their eyes met, and Jiang Yufeng gazed at that limpid gaze, his heart pounding like a drum.
“I get it, I get it. If others find out, they’ll come and try to steal Xiao Ye from us. We’re just keeping quiet and making a fortune, hahaha.” Cheng Yan winked and instantly broke the ambiguous atmosphere between Ye Shuwan and Jiang Yufeng.
Ye Shuwan hurriedly looked away, lowered her head shyly, revealing a pair of bright red ears.
Jiang Yufeng's gaze swept over Ye Shuwan's head for a moment, then he looked away with lingering interest, silently pondering how to deal with Cheng Yan, who frequently interrupted his time with his future wife.
"Idiot, shut up." Shen Yanke slapped Cheng Yan on the head, feeling utterly exhausted.
"Hey, Lao Shen, why did you hit me? Am I wrong? Lao He, what's wrong with your eyes?" Cheng Yan was confused, but he never suffered a loss, so he suddenly lunged at Shen Yanke, wanting to retaliate against the slap.
Shen Yanke and He Sihuai: This child is beyond saving.
……
The rest of the trip was much slower.
It was like a locust swarm passing through; not a single zombie was left alive on the road.
The crystal cores were quickly collected and filled a large bag.
If it weren't for the fact that it was getting late and they needed to stop and rest, they could have collected even more.
Carrying the bag, Cheng Yan swung it a couple of times, his voice clear and crisp, and sighed, "It's a pity I've never encountered a crystal bigger than the one in the gas station. What a shame."
Is it a pity?
In the temporary rest room, Ye Shuwan held up a crystal core the size of two fingernails and examined it closely. The fluid inside was indeed more obvious.
Qiqi whispered boastfully in her ear: "Luckily I took that crystal core in time, otherwise I would have lost a lot. Hehehe, Wanwan, aren't I amazing?"
Before entering the gas station, Ye Shuwan instructed Qiqi to take the crystal core away as soon as she controlled the mental zombie and extracted it.
Although the process was somewhat tortuous, fortunately the zombie died, and the connection between the crystal core in its brain and its body was severed, so Qiqi was able to successfully retrieve the crystal core.
(Yes, Qiqi is amazing! I'm so glad I have Qiqi.)
【Hehehe.】 Qiqi was so happy to receive the praise that she practically bubbled up with joy.
The upgrade was much faster than the awakening of superpowers; in just half an hour, the crystal core in his palm was completely absorbed.
Ye Shuwan opened her eyes and felt that the range of her mental power had expanded again. Next time she faced a level two zombie, she wouldn't be so helpless.