Chapter 007 Radiation

Xiuying's eyes moved mechanically from the translucent projection, "You seem to be very relaxed as well."

"Uncle Kuyan was seriously injured, but you are intact. Tsk tsk, you are lucky."

Xiuying pointed at the projection in the air, frowned her pretty eyebrows, and said something teasing, but her face was full of worry.

"Did you run into any trouble this time?"

At that moment, Luo Xiu told them everything they had experienced along the way.

Xiuying was so shocked that she couldn't come back to her senses for a long time. After a long time, she sighed , " You are so lucky to be alive."

"It seems that the leader of the bandit gang didn't kill you because you are also soldiers from the Zhulong District." Xiuying concluded.

Luo Xiu shrugged and did not comment. Perhaps he thought he was not sure at that time.

"But you have failed this mission." Xiuying rubbed the tip of her nose, "Forget about the merit points, and there may not be any mission reward."

"Huh?" Although he was prepared, Luo Xiu still felt a little depressed when he heard the exact news.

He could only accept this unpleasant result helplessly.

Having achieved the purpose of his visit, Luo Xiu stood up and was about to leave, when Xiuying stopped him.

"Red Umbrella Company's No. 7 Research Institute has just released a mission with a good reward. Do you want to give it a try? The mission is simple, but it needs to be kept secret."

During the war, many companies went bankrupt due to the impact of the war, but there were always some that remained tenacious.

Hongsan Company is one of the only ten companies left in Zhulong District.

It is undeniable that they provided great help to the Zhulong District during the war and provided many rare results.

The relationship between the two parties became closer unconsciously, and it was nothing wrong for the mission department to obtain their tasks.

The metal houses on either side kept receding.

Sitting in the armored jeep, Luo Xiu recalled the general information of the company.

This is a genetic medicine research company that mainly researches and produces genetic medicines.

Currently, the potions that are mass-produced include small-scale strengthening potions, medium-scale strengthening potions, and hunger-tolerance potions.

Most of the latter flowed into the civilian market, while the former two were all provided to the military, creating a large number of elite fighters.

Luo Xiu walked along the avenue and came to a triangular factory building that resembled a pyramid.

At the gate, his car was stopped by the security guard.

"Identification, please."

The security guard was wearing fully enclosed steel armor and carrying a Destroyer Gatling gun in his hand.

This guy is actually a heavily armored warrior, a type of soldier with extremely strong defensive and offensive capabilities, especially his strength, which is enormous.

"ID?" Luo Xiu frowned. He came in a hurry and didn't have it.

Just then, a researcher in a white coat poked his head out from the crack in the door.

"He's here to help me with the experiment. Let him in."

"Academician Lin Qing, this makes it very difficult for me to do this." The security guard sighed, but still made way. He guessed that the other party had done this more than once or twice and was helpless.

"The vehicle is parked outside, please go in alone."

At the request of the security guard, Luo Xiu walked in through the crack in the door and met the publisher of the No. 7 Institute, the young Academician Lin Qing.

He wore transparent glasses, his long hair was tied haphazardly behind his head, and his cheeks were thin, as if he was malnourished.

Without much greeting, he grabbed Luo Xiu's hand and walked towards the triangular building inside.

"When you go in, just shoot it with your gun. It's that simple. Do you understand?"

He said this as he arrived at the door of the building.

"Who is it?" Luo Xiu was pushed into the door by him, and just as the other party couldn't wait to close the door, Luo Xiu hurriedly asked.

He had no idea what kind of mission this was until he came. He only knew that the mission was easy, had to be kept secret, and the reward was high.

"Don't you know?" The other party was stunned.

"You didn't explain it in detail in the mission?" Luo Xiu rolled his eyes at him. How could such a careless guy become an academician who was in charge of an entire laboratory?

The other person suddenly slapped his smooth forehead and suddenly realized , " Look at my head, it feels dizzy day by day."

"Is such that ... "

After his two minutes of explanation, Luo Xiu finally knew what he was going to face.

A radiation species.

Academician Lin Qing studies the secrets of the evolution of these radiated species.

After one of his experiments, he actually forgot to close the door of the room where the radioactive species was imprisoned, so he had to ask someone outside to help solve the problem.

The reason why he didn't look for the security guard here was because he didn't want his boss to know. Otherwise, not only would his salary be deducted, but his research funding would also be reduced.

"You should have told me earlier. I wouldn't have come if I had known." Luo Xiu quickly pushed the door and tried to go out.

All of these radioactive species carry radiation sources on their bodies. Over time, it is easy for them to convert nearby life forms into radioactive species.

If you are scratched by them, it will be even worse, and it will only take half an hour to be transformed.

"If you don't go, I will tell your leader that you came here to steal information." The other party immediately widened his eyes, with an expression that said, "I have you figured out."

This made Luo Xiu look at him in disbelief, "You are too cruel."

Once the higher-ups find out that he took on a mission privately, and in such a confidential place, not only will he be severely punished, but Xiuying and Uncle Kuyan will also be implicated.

Bang! The door of the laboratory was finally closed by the other party.

Since he was already here, he might as well make the best of it. Luo Xiu could only hurry up to complete this task, leave this damn place, and leave this shameless researcher.

Holding the weapon, he turned around and looked around. This was an enclosed research room, occupying about one-seventh of the entire triangular building.

After all, Academician Lin Qing is only one of the six academicians in Institute No. 7, and there is a dean above him.

There is just one research room for each person.

The laboratory is divided into two floors, each with a row of small metal doors. The overall appearance is like a prison cell.

At this time, all the metal doors were wide open.

A drop of cold sweat suddenly slid down Luo Xiu's forehead.

He calmly walked to the metal door nearest to him and peered inside.

There's no one here, that's great.

Then he tiptoed in, gently pulled the door and was about to close it.

Suddenly, Lin Qing’s profile picture appeared on the personal information terminal on his left wrist.

He seemed very excited, "Did you find it? You've been in there for five seconds, why didn't I hear any gunshots?"

"Brother, it's only five seconds." Luo Xiu's mouth twitched.

I didn't expect the other party to be so impatient.

"Let me deal with such a dangerous guy, you have to calm me down, right?"

At this moment, a figure suddenly rushed over and hit the metal door that was about to close.

The force was so great that the door made a loud bang, and the door hit the door frame and bounced back.

At the same time, the figure rushing over was bounced several meters away by the door.

Luo Xiu, who was standing at the door, was stunned for a second, looking at the figure lying on the ground. His clothes were tattered, and the exposed parts were all covered with pus-filled blisters as big as steamed buns, and the pus-filled blisters were shining with green light.

After the collision just now, many abscesses were broken and thick green water spilled all over the ground.

Seeing that the other party was about to stand up, Luo Xiu quickly closed and locked the door.

The next second, with a bang, the opponent crashed in again, and then bounced out again.

Through the small window on the door, Luo Xiu stretched out his gun and aimed at the other party.

It was obvious that the other party was a human being, but because of the alienation caused by radiation, he became a beast-like being.

Its head was now covered with numerous green pustules, and its original facial features could no longer be seen. The only thing that remained was its horrifying big mouth.

Just as the opponent continued to rush forward, three bullets were fired one after another, and its head exploded instantly, and thick green water splashed all over the surroundings.

All of this green thick water carries terrifying radiation. If you get touched by anything, you will be infected and become like the other person.

During the Thirty Years War, humans frequently used nuclear weapons. Although they dealt a heavy blow to the aliens, the radiation left behind also caused terrible mutations in most humans themselves.

The most common ones are those that look like neither human nor ghost.

Just as Luo Xiu breathed a sigh of relief, Academician Lin Qing's questioning voice came cracklingly.

"You shot it, didn't you? Did you kill it? Did you accomplish your mission?"

Luo Xiu looked outside and saw that the radioactive creature was twitching its legs but had no intention of standing up.

At the same time, information came from the holographic projection.

[Kill a radiation species and gain 4 merit points]

So I replied , " Yes, it's dead, mission accomplished."

Just when the other party was relieved, Luo Xiu suddenly asked , " You should have more than one radioactive species imprisoned here, right?"

"Of course there are more than one, there are 27." Academician Lin Qing said with a proud smile:

"And the one that ran away is the smartest radiate I've ever seen. It actually knew how to unlock the handcuffs. I suspect that he still retains his memories."

"27?" Luo Xiu pursed his lips, thinking back to the open door, and then said in a low voice:

"Have you ever thought that the smart guy you mentioned might release all the other radioactive species?"

"How is that possible?" Academician Lin Qing laughed as if he had heard the funniest joke:

"If it is really that smart, it should eat all the other radioactive species and evolve itself ... "

After he finished speaking, he suddenly thought of something, laughed dryly twice, and then stopped.

I had a bad feeling , " No, that's not possible ... "

Just then, Luo Xiu raised his head and heard roars coming from outside.

Figures kept crowding around the observation port on the door.

Luo Xiu took a step back and squatted in a corner of the wall, indicating that it was very comfortable here.

"Academician Lin Qing, your accident is quite serious. I think the previous 5,000 contribution points are no longer appropriate. How about increasing it a little bit?"

Through the personal terminal, the other party could also hear the roar here, proving that Luo Xiu guessed correctly, and all the imprisoned radioactive species were really released.

This made Academician Lin Qing's face turn pale.

He wiped away his tears and said, "I don't have money, and I do n't have life either ... "

Oh, this means you don’t want to be paid.

Luo Xiu's eyes flashed coldly, "Then don't blame me for dying together with you. I will report to your leader ... "

"Wait ... " Academician Lin Qing took out a glass tube of reagent from his arms, "This is a new type of gene drug. I can use it as a reward. The market price is ... 300,000."

When he talked about the price, he lowered his voice a lot, as if he was afraid of being heard.

Luo Xiu's eyes widened immediately. 300,000 contribution points were enough for him to buy a small single suite.

Then you will stay in the army for another two years, get some salary and then retire.

Why did Uncle Kuyan continue to serve in the army and refuse to retire when he reached the required age? It was because he had no money.

After retiring, he had nowhere to go, no job, and no security in life, so he still stays in the army.

"make a deal."

Luo Xiu quickly came to his senses, raised his gun and shot at the window.

Basically one hit for every three shots, and the radiated creatures outside fell down one by one.

[Kill a radiation species and gain 4 merit points] x8

In the blink of an eye, everything outside became completely quiet.

At the same time, a holographic projection appeared in front of Luo Xiu's eyes.

Including the several blood hounds he injured on his way back, Luo Xiu's merit points reached 100 points.

[Military rank has been upgraded. Congratulations on becoming a third-class soldier]

[You can choose profession: Assault Warrior, Jungle Hunter]

After pondering it for several times, Luo Xiu discovered that it would only appear when his military rank was promoted.

"Maybe this system is tied to military rank? What would happen if I left the military?"

This thought flashed through Luo Xiu's mind and was immediately thrown out of his mind. Thinking about it now was too far-fetched.

"The Jungle Hunter is the predecessor of the Wilderness Sniper, but its strength is not as good as the Wilderness Sniper. Now in this room, I'd better choose the Assault Warrior profession."

As Luo Xiu pointed at the phantom above.

A current of heat appeared out of nowhere and flowed into his body, especially his legs, which were extremely hot.

[Occupation: Assault Warrior, Strength +1, Speed +3]

[Skill acquired: Rapid Charge]

[Assault Warrior: Possessing powerful charging ability, you can quickly break through the opponent's blockade. Of course, you need to dodge bullets.]

After consuming 60 merit points, Luo Xiu returned to the position of a recruit.

He scratched his head. "It seems like I'll never get higher. But luckily there are only three professions. If I can take all of them, I'll be considered an elite warrior."

At least no loss.

When he opened the deformed door, he saw a pile of corpses lying outside and thick green water with a strong radiation source spilled all over the ground.

After just looking for a few seconds, Luo Xiu felt dizzy and as if electric current was flowing through his body.

Can't stay here too long.

He quickly bit the tip of his tongue to make himself more awake, retreated to the corner, and then rushed forward quickly.

A powerful explosive force suddenly came from his legs, making Luo Fei like a runner on the track.

When he was about to reach the door, he jumped on one foot and flew over the pile of corpses.

About seven or eight meters away, Luo Xiu finally stepped on solid ground, and then he ran forward a few more steps before stopping.

"It's not bad that you can jump so far with all the equipment."

This small test instantly gave Luo Xiu full of confidence.

He also became a little bolder. Although these radioactive species were faster than ordinary people, Luo Xiu believed that he was even better.

Luo Xiu circled the first floor, bypassing the corpses of the radioactive species and the thick green water on the ground.

No other types of radiation have been found yet, but we have come to the laboratory.

There was a clean white bed inside, surrounded by various experimental instruments, and a touch screen that was turned on on the side.

The flashing words on it made Luo Xiu slightly curious, so he walked forward and took a casual glance.

The next second, his eyes widened.

It reads: The experiment on subject No. 1 failed, it mutated and turned into a radioactive species.

The experiment on subject No. 2 failed, and it mutated and turned into a radioactive species.

The experiment on subject No. 3 failed, and it mutated and turned into a radioactive species.

...

Experimental subject No. 25 might fail. He has self-awareness and reacts to photos of his family. But never mind. He still failed and became a radioactive species.

Luo Xiu slid the screen, and a chill suddenly surged from his tailbone to his heart.

Is this a human trial?

How dare they?

A burst of anger suddenly erupted from Luo Xiu's mind.

Just when he was about to contact Academician Lin Qing, the other party contacted him first.

"How's it going? Have you eliminated them all?" His expectant eyes were met with a pair of cold eyes.

Academician Lin Qing shuddered all over as he remembered that he had forgotten to turn off the computer.

I couldn't help but blurt out, "Have you read my experimental records?"

"Yes, you are really bold." Luo Xiu began to sneer.

"It's not what you think."

Academician Lin Qing wanted to explain, but Luo Xiu yawned and looked like he needed to be punished. "Go ahead and talk. I'm listening."

"Huh?" Academician Lin Qing opened his mouth and finally smiled bitterly:

"I can't tell you that, but you have to clear them out. Otherwise, if they get out, you should know how much harm they can bring to the Zhulong District."

Just like an infectious disease, the radiation in the radiated species can be spread from one to two, from two to four, and finally to infinity.

"Don't worry, your place is so small, it shouldn't be able to run far." Luo Xiu was not worried. As long as they couldn't get out, he would be able to deal with them sooner or later.

"That ... " Academician Lin Qing hesitated for a few seconds, then sent a map.

"There's a room next to my lab that has garbage pipes that go to the sewer."

"Hmm?" Luo Xiu's expression gradually became solemn.

"If the other party is really smart, it will definitely go down from here." Academician Lin Qing looked at Luo Xiu nervously, "If you don't hurry up, the safety of the 3 million people in the entire Zhulong District will be in your hands."

Damn, this pressure is too great. I’m so tired.

Luo Xiu took a deep breath, immediately walked out of the laboratory door, and ran to the rooms on the second floor.

There was a corpse in almost every one of them, but unlike the radioactive species killed by Luo Xiu, these corpses were all shriveled up, like mummies.

The thick water on their bodies had long since disappeared.

"Sucked dry?" After finding out the situation, Luo Fei felt numb all over.

This is one of the ways for radioactive species to evolve. They can evolve by absorbing the radioactive concentrated water in the bodies of other radioactive species.

The other is to rely on the accumulation of time and evolve naturally.

The most terrifying thing is that these radioactive cells are like nuclear fusion and fission, constantly decomposing and continuously providing them with energy.

Experts estimate that they can survive for thousands of years without food or water.

It is truly the envy of all human beings.

After searching all the rooms, Luo Xiu felt his scalp tingling. He raised his personal terminal and said hoarsely with his dry lips , " There is no trace of it here?"

This means that it really ran into the sewer and then entered the urban area through the sewer.

"Why don't you chase him quickly ... " Academician Lin Qing screamed, "I know where he is going. He must be going back to his home. You should go quickly. If you are late, his family will be the first to suffer."

Luo Xiu gritted his teeth, holding back his anger, and climbed down from the second floor. He came to the laboratory again and pushed open the small door on the side.

Looking at the big hole in the wall, Luo Xiu took a deep breath and crawled in.