Chapter 1238: Chapter 477: Becoming Stronger (2)

Lin Xian smiled slightly at the remark and let out a long breath: "Let’s go back. Since everything went so smoothly, the others must be eagerly waiting. In the meantime, let’s bring out some bad news to ruin everyone’s day off."

In the afternoon, along the coast of Hawaii’s Oahu Island, the scorching sunlight pierced through the clouds, casting lazy spots of light on the abandoned port of the affluent estate.

The air was sluggish and humid in the afternoon, with salty sea breezes carrying the scent of decay. Beside the railway at the port, dozens of zombies wandered slowly with twisted and stiff postures. Their decaying limbs emitted a faint stench in the heat, and a few were attracted by the massive outline of the Sky Dome Train, crowding the dark-as-night edge of the Starship Armor. These monsters, who were once humans, reached out bony claws, mindlessly scratching the surface of the hull, creating a teeth-gritting scraping sound.

Above, Sha Sha lay at the restaurant’s window, staring blankly at the zombies below, her legs swinging behind her.

The restaurant on the Sky Dome Train was very luxurious, featuring a bar, sunken curved dining sofas, a viewing platform, and even a water-oxygen integrated aquarium for viewing. 𝕗𝐫𝚎𝗲𝘄𝐞𝕓𝐧𝕠𝘃𝕖𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝚖

All members of Infinity were gathered here dining, including Ding Junyi from the research cabin. Chen Sixuan and Little Yuan Miaolou had made a simple yet sumptuous meal from resources collected on the island for everyone to enjoy, including thawed beef and seafood, canned goods, and ice-preserved green vegetables from Infinity as garnish. Such a feast appeared extravagant in a world teeming with wandering zombies.

The group spread out while dining, some sitting around the sofas, others leaning on the bar, some at the dining table, while others were at the viewing platform. Everyone drank beverages and listened to Lin Xian combining information from the Phoenix Society with Ding Junyi and his own analysis, detailing it all. During the explanation, some frowned, some were solemn, some were calm, creating a subtle atmosphere.

"I’ve used seized drones for aerial reconnaissance on the branch track. Currently, apart from some blockages on the offshore segment, there are no major engineering issues. Even if there are in the future, they can be resolved. My plan is to land on the mainland as quickly as possible in two days and one night, reaching Panama. According to intelligence, the nearest direction is still Sea Abyss 13, at least 3 months away from Extreme Night, but whether it’s covered by the crimson, that’s uncertain..."

After Lin Xian finished, he took a sip from his wine glass: "In any case, both the sea and land routes are heading towards the final escape plan, so everyone should be mentally prepared."

"Same origin as the enemy? Looks like it’s true then?" Ning Jing looked at Monica: "In the past, rumors of this kind circulated on Dragon Mountain No.1, didn’t expect..."

"Does that mean my superpower is also linked with some Abnormal Body?" KIKI crossed her arms, looking curious: "Lin Xian, do you think it’s that monster corpse in the sky?!"

"What monster corpse?" Chen Sixuan asked.

Lin Xian said solemnly: "Possibly, but there’s no evidence yet. This is just speculation for everyone to have a mental prep."

"Ah, so won’t our superpower evolution indirectly aid the evolution of the Abnormal Body?" Luo Yang asked a critical question at this time.

Lin Xian didn’t know how to answer. At this moment, Qian Deli raised his glass, acting unaffected, and said

"Who cares, we can’t just sit and wait for death because of this. We evolve and gain the chips for survival. As he..." He looked at Lu Xingchen, who was posing seriously beside him: "The Fire God’s stance is that we must seek self-strength first to master our destiny, right?"

All eyes fell on Lu Xingchen, who replied indifferently: "Same origin with enemy? Ha, in cultivation since ancient times, there have been paths of slaying three corpses to ascend the heavenly path or confronting one’s demons to verify the source. Perhaps it’s not a bad way for us to perfect our cultivation and advance further, what is to fear?"

"Didn’t Captain Lin say that if the Abnormal Body you’re linked with dies, your superpower might completely disappear?" Xiao Qing said.

Lu Xingchen glanced calmly at this: "With my lifelong cultivation, I can exorcise the human race’s calamity, set survival for living beings, and if I die, why should it matter, it’s a big gain!"

Xiao Qing furrowed her brows slightly upon hearing this, her gaze lingered on Lu Xingchen, and the words she wanted to say were swallowed back. At this point, many, including Lin Xian, gave a pleased look. Although still acting a bit juvenile, Lu Xingchen’s words were truly inspiring and made people admire him, for everyone knew, though he spoke grandly, his stance was as righteous as it was uncanny!

"He’s right." Monica spoke softly at this moment: "If Abnormal Body dies, superpower users lose powers; but we don’t know if superpower users dying will affect the Abnormal Body. If we can prove our evolution also allows Abnormal Body to evolve, maybe we can counter it. While the truth isn’t clear yet, I don’t think this is entirely bad news."

After speaking, she looked at Ding Junyi: "Great scientist, do you think I make sense?"

"Absolutely correct."

Ding Junyi adjusted her glasses, saying calmly: "Superpower users able to fight against Abnormal Bodies essentially shows that Dark Civilization can’t completely control humans, even if they are of the same origin."

"Could it be like the breeding theory, where those high-level beings just breed ’superpower users’ or conduct experiments in such a way..."

"Otherwise, why make such small children awaken powers too?"

The speaker was Sun Yuzhen, whose face was full of concern. At this time, Mo Xiaotian also sat tensely beside his mother, listening to everyone’s discussion, somewhat bewildered—could he turn into a monster?

"I think not." At this moment, Shi Zhi, usually taciturn, spoke, his gaze falling on Ning Jing, Shu Qin, Lv Chang, Xiao Qing, and Chen Sixuan as representatives of Genetic Evolvers: "Besides superpower users, all ordinary people have undergone genetic evolution and evolved crystals; this shows the entire populace is influenced by Dark Energy."

"Correct, no need to worry unnecessarily." Chen Sixuan said with a smile: "Seize every opportunity we can, and nothing to worry about."

Lin Xian frowned at this time and interrupted: "Hey, hey, hey, did you all forget I just talked about the crimson descent, Descent Faction betrayal, and impending apocalypse type stuff, why isn’t anyone discussing that."

"Brother Xian, I’m more concerned about how strong I can become." Da Lou stood up heroically, crossing his arms: "Please let me also join the evolution!"

"Hey, big guy, you’ve got a point there." KIKI, floating in the air, said lightly: "I think rather than being pessimistic, let’s think about how powerful we become after crystal evolution!"

"Quite right." Lu Xingchen, looking excitedly at Lin Xian at this moment: "Brother Lin, since it only requires 10 hours, I/we..."

"Yes, yes, I can’t wait either." Lv Chang jumped in enthusiastically.

"If the Spirit Vibration Value reaches twenty thousand, we wouldn’t have lost so many during the Battle of Dawn City." Ning Jing at this time glanced at her fist, saying seriously: "Let’s do it."

"All of you make me intrigued. Fine..." Qian Deli, reluctantly, placed his hand on his forehead.

"I’m in too!" Xiao Qing stepped forward eagerly.

"Count me in!" Chen Sixuan, Shi Zhi, Xiao Yuan, Miao Lu, etc., expressed their intent collectively.

Even Ryuji, Ah Bai, and others who didn’t speak much nodded in approval. Sha Sha also jumped up from the window side: "Become stronger!"

Seeing everyone standing up one by one, Mo Xiaotian, sitting beside his mother, gritted his teeth, and his eyes began to show determination as he stood up immediately.

Seeing this, Lin Xian seemed slightly surprised; he steadied himself and felt the gaze of everyone, he turned and looked at Monica, found her also watching him with a meaningful smile, then smiled wryly; Monica was right, no one cared how hard the road ahead would be, nor if tomorrow’s night would be covered in crimson, everyone was spirited, looking forward to growing stronger.

At this moment, Lin Xian felt immensely secure in his heart. He was grateful to have met such companions in the desperate apocalypse, who unconditionally supported him in the harshest times and could face any unknown risks with a proud smile.

Fearless of life and death!

Facing everyone’s gaze, Lin Xian smiled slightly, then raised his wine glass: "To..."

"The apocalypse."