Chapter 649 – The Antenna in the Brain? This is Called Telepathy!

Upon hearing the word “Zombie,” the previously dazed Xu Shuhan suddenly trembled all over and rushed over to Xia Na.

She anxiously fixed her gaze on Xia Na, her lips quivering, but she could only manage to utter two difficult words: “Save… me…”

“Just as I thought…” Xia Na watched Xu Shuhan for a while and said, “Though I can understand, because half of me was once like that.”

Ignoring whether Xu Shuhan could comprehend her “half of me” explanation, Xia Na continued talking to herself: “Feeling hatred, filled with resistance, even when it has become a reality, it’s still hard to accept in your heart. You get trapped in that loop of memories, constantly thinking if only things had been different back then, how great it would have been…”

As she spoke, Xia Na’s lips curled into a self-mocking smile.

But when she saw Xu Shuhan’s confused and helpless expression, she couldn’t help but shake her head: “Even if you take it all in now, your mind can’t process it. That’s alright, your subconscious understands. Like me, things I thought I’d never remember were actually branded in my brain long ago. One day, you’ll recall today’s events too.”

With that, she drew even closer, and in a low voice, she said, “I think we’re somewhat similar. Ling-Ge probably thinks so too, which is why he clearly wants to save you, and so do I. Even though my understanding of human emotions is superficial, and I can’t experience them like humans do, at least I understand that some things are more important than eating flesh…”

Xia Na paused for a moment, then suddenly leaned in close to Xu Shuhan’s ear and said, “No matter what, stay clear-headed. As long as your spirit isn’t affected and transformed, you haven’t completely mutated. If you’re successful… it might mean that brain infection isn’t irreparable and irreversible…”

With that, Xia Na straightened up, one hand still resting on Xu Shuhan’s shoulder, her eyes already looking into the darkness ahead.

Indeed, even if her instincts didn’t prioritize it, Xia Na knew what she needed to do.

On this path, Ling Mo walked ahead, struggling to explore while also guiding them.

Xia Na watched and a thought grew in her mind: she wanted to help too.

In human books, she often read about “the woman behind the man,” but Xia Na was determined, “I don’t just want to be the woman below Ling Mo; I also want to be the woman in front of him! Occasionally, I can be the woman on top too…”

“Wait, that’s not right…” Xia Na seriously counted on her fingers, her thoughts momentarily crashing.

“But how exactly do these positions work? I don’t remember reading about this…” Xia Na thought for a moment and then decisively gave up, “Whatever, the general idea is the same. Dreams should always leave some room for imagination… Which book was that from again?”

Shaking her head, she glanced down at Xu Shuhan, a peculiar glint in her eyes.

Maybe this human’s situation is a good opportunity…

Listening to Xia Na’s words, Xu Shuhan still appeared somewhat dazed, but a hint of struggle began flickering in her eyes…

At this moment, the sound of footsteps suddenly came from outside the warehouse. Xia Na instantly turned her head, alert.

Soon, two figures appeared at the doorway.

A whiff of blood drifted in, causing Xia Na to wrinkle her nose slightly. She quickly held down the restless Xu Shuhan.

“Nana, how is she?” Ling Mo, supporting Mu Chen, stopped at the entrance and asked, peering inside.

“She hasn’t worsened, but she hasn’t improved either. However, she seems a lot calmer.” Xia Na replied.

“That’s good. It means she can hold on for a while. Bring her along, let’s go,” Ling Mo nodded.

Xia Na grabbed a backpack from the ground with one hand and helped Xu Shuhan up.

Mu Chen, looking half-dead, asked, “What about your two companions? Aren’t you going to look for them?”

“Ye Lian and the others have already gone downstairs; they’re scouting the area below,” Ling Mo said, seeing Xia Na and Xu Shuhan approach. He quickly pulled Mu Chen back, wary. This injured man was covered in blood, which was too stimulating for Xu Shuhan. Even Xia Na couldn’t help but glance at him, appearing ready to wield her Scythe and cut him down any minute.

Mu Chen, oblivious to the danger he was in, continued to ramble, “When did you arrange that?”

“Earlier,” Ling Mo replied nonchalantly.

“I didn’t hear a thing… Honestly, sometimes I suspect you all have built-in brain antennas that let you communicate via brain waves…” Mu Chen continued to babble.

“That’s called being in sync, you know? Or you could call it telepathy,” Ling Mo said and then immediately cut off Mu Chen’s questioning, “Shut up, Xu Shuhan is staring at you. If you keep talking, she’s going to rip your mouth off.”

“No way she would—”

“Xia Na, let her rip his mouth,” Ling Mo said calmly.

“Okay.” Xia Na nodded immediately and made a move to let go.

Seeing Xu Shuhan baring her teeth at him, Mu Chen suddenly felt a chill run up his spine, “Wait!”

“Then shut up,” Ling Mo glanced at him.

Mu Chen’s eyes were filled with fear as he looked at Ling Mo. What kind of person treats another human being like a domesticated beast?

Then again, wasn’t it Ling Mo who had extended a helping hand?

Although he superficially categorized it as a transaction, in reality, they had nothing to offer in return…

Mu Chen felt a growing sense of confusion. Without Niepan, he didn’t know what to do next.

Survive?

That was a given, but he needed more specific directions and goals.

Even flowers and plants spread pollen to continue living. Humans can’t live just for the sake of living.

“Hey, Ling Mo,” Mu Chen suddenly spoke in a low voice.

“You really can’t stay silent for more than five seconds…” Ling Mo’s tone was laced with resignation.

“How about I continue leading your Miracle Squad?” Mu Chen turned to Ling Mo and said, “I noticed that when you were directing me, you seemed rather satisfied with my performance.”

Seeing Ling Mo remain silent, Mu Chen glanced at Xu Shuhan, then turned back and said, “Honestly, besides selling my body, I don’t have any other way to repay you…”

“You take over the squad; your task is to turn them into elites,” Ling Mo pondered for a moment before speaking.

“Whoa, you’re really asking for a miracle there!” Mu Chen hollered weakly.

“Not up for it?” Ling Mo narrowed his eyes slightly.

Feeling the pressure from Ling Mo’s gaze, Mu Chen hesitated for a moment before gritting his teeth and nodding, “Fine!”

“Good, now let’s discuss the interest.”

Ling Mo’s next words almost made Mu Chen collapse on the spot.

Interest too?!

He suddenly realized his previous thoughts were entirely mistaken. Ling Mo wasn’t just treating this as a mere transaction on the surface; it absolutely was a transaction!

“Wait… you had this planned all along, didn’t you? From the very beginning!” Mu Chen belatedly came to his senses.

“Yes.”

“…You actually admitted it so straightforwardly…” Mu Chen looked distressed. Why did he keep falling into traps since meeting Ling Mo?

And thinking about it deeply, it was him who walked into the traps voluntarily…

The interest Ling Mo demanded sounded simple enough: “I want Niepan headquarters’ experimental data.”

“Ha… What the heck!” Mu Chen pointed at himself, his face contorted as he asked, “Do I look like someone who can get you the experimental data?”

“Yes.” To his surprise, Ling Mo nodded.

“I…”

“Apart from Ai Feng, aren’t you the highest-ranking member in this branch?” Ling Mo smiled cryptically.

Mu Chen frowned and, after a couple of seconds of thought, his eyes widened, “You’re… you’re insane.”

Seeing Ling Mo smile without answering, Mu Chen struggled for a few more seconds before asking through gritted teeth, “You want the experimental data not just for Xu Shuhan, right?”

“Correct. You’ve mentioned that after the birth of No.0, the truly powerful people left Dongming for the headquarters, right?” Ling Mo said.

Mu Chen nodded, still somewhat puzzled. “Yes, exactly. They’re the ones who truly turned Dongming into a testing ground. But Ai Feng and No.0 are part of their group too. No.0 stayed behind, and Ai Feng may have preferred being a big fish in a small pond… But the specifics, I’m not too clear on.”

“That’s it. Those currently at headquarters created No.0, developed the mass-producible No.1, and even concocted some sort of Progenitor… I’m really curious,” Ling Mo’s eyes shone with interest. Mentioning Progenitor immediately brought to mind the Spider Queen and the primary infection source responsible for creating numerous watery corpses. The existence of any Progenitor could cause massive shifts within the zombie community, potentially giving rise to a new zombie species.

For Ling Mo, lacking theoretical knowledge, this information was absolutely crucial…

“Curious about what…” Mu Chen felt like crying. What kind of person was this! Was this truly his motivation for survival?

“You might as well sleep with zombies!” Mu Chen spat through gritted teeth.

But as soon as he said it, he noticed Ling Mo looking at him oddly. It was almost as if Ling Mo wasn’t angry but rather… intrigued?

“Before heading to Niepan headquarters, we need to go somewhere else first,” Ling Mo said, quickly returning to his usual demeanor.

“Where?” By now, Mu Chen had developed an immunity to Ling Mo’s train of thought. Given that he now worked under Ling Mo, resistance was futile; might as well accept his fate…

Ling Mo smiled, “Cuihu City.”

“Cuihu…” Mu Chen frowned, trying to recall, “That sounds familiar…”