Apocalyptic Wasteland Simulator

Chapter 279 - 274 Genetic Research Institute
Inside the Genetic Research Institute, you led your subordinates to find the hidden Dr. Gene. The laboratory, which should have been heavily guarded, was completely undefended against you thanks to Xu Lingyin’s influence.DING!

Your life’s trajectory is about to change direction. Please consider your decision carefully.

Option A: The Genetic Warriors, admired by ordinary people, also have their own pains. The genetic potion is both a remedy and a potent poison. Since it has nothing to do with you, you choose to turn and leave!!!

Option B: Never miss an opportunity. Your curiosity has peaked, and you decide to enter the simulation to thoroughly explore this unusual research institute.

Chen Pingchuan stroked his chin, his brows furrowed as his brain raced.

Another directional change? Why have they been so frequent lately? Last time it was the Tree of Destruction, what is it this time? If this was just some insignificant secret, an option like this would never appear. Ah, forget it. I’ll just go in and see for myself.

Thinking this, Chen Pingchuan no longer hesitated. While some brief contemplation beforehand was helpful for the upcoming simulation, being overly fixated on it would be counterproductive.

”Enter simulation!”

As Chen Pingchuan finished his soft command, he appeared in a chilly hallway, accompanied by an anxious Xu Lingyin and a group of followers who hung on his every word.

The lights flickered overhead, their unsteady glow reflecting on the face of a white-coated doctor not far away.

Feeling everyone’s eyes focused on him, Chen Pingchuan asked directly, ”Why is everyone looking at me like that?”

In response to Chen Pingchuan’s question, the group exchanged glances and remained silent. Among them, Wei Hao’s gaze was the strangest, as if it confirmed some private suspicion.

Porcupine couldn’t stand the awkward atmosphere, so he scratched his head and said to Chen Pingchuan in a muffled voice, ”Boss, just a moment ago you were about to tear him to pieces for disobeying you. But right as you were about to strike, you just froze and stood there for a long time.”

”That’s why everyone was so puzzled.”

Perhaps due to a shift in Chen Pingchuan’s aura, Porcupine’s words flowed more smoothly as he continued.

”Also, Boss, you seem different now.”

Chen Pingchuan furrowed his brows, puzzled by Porcupine’s comment. ”Different how?”

”Uh... it feels like you’re more approachable. Not like before, when everyone was a little afraid of you.”

In contrast to Porcupine’s candor, the others were different. Perhaps fearing Chen Pingchuan’s power, most not only had no intention of speaking, but they even took a few small steps back.

I know myself best. The aura of my divine self is definitely different from my own.

Chen Pingchuan remained outwardly composed, simply nodding slightly at Porcupine. ”Alright, I understand.”

Then, he shifted his gaze to the trembling Dr. Gene, his eyes radiating an unquestionable authority. ”You’re the lead doctor of this institute, aren’t you?”

”Yes, I am.”

The white-coated doctor dared not put on airs, responding quickly. He could tell from their appearance that they were no ordinary people. As a researcher, it wasn’t worth clashing with them.

Of course, there are ways I could sabotage these people, but that would require careful planning.

”Good. Take us to the research lab.”

The white-coated doctor looked momentarily stunned. He didn’t understand Chen Pingchuan’s intentions, as very few people cared about such experimental data. He had only just discovered a shocking secret the previous night and hadn’t had a chance to report it yet.

The doctor led the way, with the group following behind him through one cold, metallic door after another until they arrived at the research lab.

The lab was filled with the pungent smell of chemical agents. Rows of glass containers, filled with genetic potions of all colors, gleamed eerily under the lights.

Chen Pingchuan stepped forward, picked up a bottle, and gently shook it in his hand, causing the liquid inside to swirl into cloudy ripples.

He said nothing, simply wandering around the lab and occasionally asking the doctor simple, ordinary questions. At first, the white-coated doctor was extremely cautious, weighing his words carefully. However, after realizing Chen Pingchuan was a layman, he gradually let his guard down.

This display left everyone around them bewildered, wondering what Chen Pingchuan was up to.

Suddenly, he asked, ”Dr. Liu, when did you discover that secret?”

Chen Pingchuan’s question was skillfully posed, catching the white-coated doctor completely off guard.

”Last night...”

The moment these words left Liu Yaowu’s mouth, he was utterly stunned.

”Oh, last night!” Chen Pingchuan’s voice was low and cold, echoing in the empty lab.

The doctor swallowed hard, his voice trembling as he asked, ”How did you...”

Liu Yaowu stopped mid-sentence, unsure if he should continue. If he said more, he would be confirming the secret’s existence. But if he didn’t, he would have to find a way to explain away his previous words.

Chen Pingchuan didn’t care about the doctor’s dilemma and gave him an ultimatum. ”You should say what needs to be said. After all, once a person is dead, their secrets don’t matter anymore, do they?”

”As for the threats you’re afraid of, don’t worry about them.”

”Xu Lingyin!”

When her name was called, Xu Lingyin straightened her back like an obedient wife.

”Present!”

”Tell him what happened outside.”

Xu Lingyin trembled violently, her face instantly turning deathly pale. Her hands unconsciously gripped the hem of her clothes, knuckles white from the force. Her lips quivered slightly, and she had to summon all her courage to speak, her voice trembling uncontrollably. ”Outside... it’s full of terrifying giant insects! Everyone’s dead... all of them!”

”He’s a good person, he saved me,” she said, her eyes filled with horror as she kept stealing glances at Chen Pingchuan. ”Just tell him whatever he asks, or else...”

Her voice trailed off, growing softer until it was almost a sob. Her legs felt weak, and if not for her sheer effort to remain standing, she might have collapsed to the floor.

She had never been treated like this in her life. But looking at Chen Pingchuan’s handsome face, at that unmatched, domineering aura... it makes me feel so safe.

Liu Yaowu looked at Xu Lingyin and could see the girl was terrified. He was annoyed that she had brought these men—who looked for all the world like terrorists—into his lab. Still, he did have a connection with Xu Sanhua. Moreover, this secret wasn’t a huge deal, even if he revealed it.

After all, I’ve already sent the electronic file to the Southern Alliance Headquarters via the network. Besides, if I’m not mistaken, a major change is about to happen soon anyway.

”Alright, I can tell you the secret. I don’t need you to keep it quiet. I only hope you won’t harm this child. She’s a good kid at heart.”

After uttering this rather strange sentence, Liu Yaowu said, ”Follow me.”