Eunuch, do you really know these martial arts?

Chapter 407 The Cleaner Infiltrates

Bai Yongxu was silent for a few seconds on the other end of the phone.

Clearly, they were somewhat surprised that Jiang Nian would make such a request.

However, he quickly replied, "Okay, I'll arrange it."

"The quarantine period for zero cases will need to be at least another week, after which contactless meetings can be arranged."

"As for the Descent Plan... we've made some new progress in our decryption work, and we need to keep pace with you."

After a moment's thought, Bai Yongxu responded directly.

"No problem, just handle it as soon as possible."

Jiang Nian hung up the phone succinctly.

Now that they have agreed, they no longer need to hesitate.

He turned and walked toward the gravity training room in the basement.

The turmoil in his heart had not completely subsided, but he knew that strength was needed most in times like these.

The plans over there are still unclear.

Improving our strength as quickly as possible is the most important thing.

The gravitational force was stable at 2.5 times, which was an intensity he could withstand and maintain a high level of clear thinking.

Under immense pressure, he practiced his punches and kicks repeatedly.

Although he still couldn't improve his strength, his abilities could steadily increase.

A few days later, Jiang Nian returned to the secret research institute hidden deep in the mountain.

The meeting took place in a special observation room.

One side is made of indestructible special glass, while the other side features simple tables and chairs.

These were specially made by lab members for safety reasons.

Even Jiang Nian might not be able to break through their defenses.

Zero was already sitting on the other side of the glass, having changed into a simple white outfit.

He looked like a handsome but slightly pale ordinary boy.

Ling's eyes lit up instantly when she saw Jiang Nian come in.

Jiang Nian sat down in the chair and looked calmly at Ling: "Are you getting used to it here?"

Zero nodded vigorously: "It's safe and quiet here. But... I can't see you."

His tone carried a hint of grievance and dependence.

Although he looks to be in his teens, he was, after all, raised in a laboratory jar.

Therefore, their character has not yet matured.

“I have a lot of things to do and can’t stay here forever.”

Jiang Nian calmly replied, "What kind of examination did they perform on you?"

Zero tilted his head and thought for a moment before replying, "They scanned me with light, showing me a lot of pictures and text."

"There are also some very small things that stick to your body and feel numb."

His description was somewhat clumsy, but the meaning was clear.

I've described it as clearly as possible.

"Are you feeling uncomfortable?"

“No.” Zero shook her head, her eyes clear. “They are very careful. Father, when did you begin teaching me how to control my powers?”

Jiang Nian looked into his longing eyes and felt a slight stirring in her heart.

Zero's power originates from him, but the way he controls it may be completely different.

Prematurely offering instruction may not be a good thing.

This was something Bai Yongxu had repeatedly reminded him of before he came.

Although they need to increase their strength.

However, zero may not be a controllable factor.

Moreover, no one knows how much room for growth he has.

If it cannot be suppressed, then it will be troublesome.

"After you fully understand yourself."

Jiang Nian didn't answer directly, but instead asked, "Do you remember what you dreamed about before you woke up? Or did you hear anything special?"

This is the direction that Bai Yongxu and the expert group hoped he would explore.

Hopefully, we can get more direct information about the Advent Plan from Zero.

Zero's face once again showed that thoughtful and slightly painful expression, and he covered his head.

“Lots of light, and sounds, constantly talking about a container, a key…”

He spoke haltingly, his breathing becoming somewhat rapid.

"I don't like those sounds!"

"Okay, I don't want to think about it anymore."

Jiang Nian interrupted him at the right moment, her voice softening.

"Those are all in the past."

It seems they thought the same thing.

Zero's memories were still confused, and he couldn't provide them with any useful information.

Zero slowly calmed down, raised her head, and asked with a hint of vulnerability in her eyes, "Father, will you abandon me?"

This question came out of nowhere, but it hit the nail on the head.

Jiang Nian was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "No."

"As long as you don't harm innocent people."

A bright smile immediately bloomed on Zero's face.

"I won't! I'll be very obedient!"

Meeting time is limited.

Afterwards, Jiang Nian met Bai Yongxu and several core researchers in another conference room.

"The situation is more complicated than we anticipated, but it is also more valuable."

An elderly professor with gray hair got straight to the point.

“Zero’s physiological structure is almost perfect. More importantly, we detected an extremely complex information imprint deep in his subconscious.”

"Information imprint?"

Jiang Nian frowned.

"An encrypted instruction library."

The old professor explained, "The 'container' and 'key' he just mentioned likely originated from this."

"We suspect that this is not simply linguistic information, but may be coordinates."

"coordinate?"

Jiang Nian was startled.

He had some knowledge of the military, so he naturally knew what the coordinates represented!
There was silence in the conference room.

Is zero the only existence?

Jiang Nian asked the most crucial question.

"unconfirmed."

The old professor shook his head. "But judging from the existing intelligence and the perfection of the zero, even if it is not the only one, it is definitely an extremely important one and one that comes very close to success."

"The organization will never abandon him. At the same time, they are likely trying to create others as well."

Jiang Nian leaned back in his chair, feeling the pressure on his shoulders increase even more.

He will not only have to face the organization's mad scientists and cyborgs, but he may also have to confront clones of himself.

Moreover, it was an opponent who called himself his father.

"Strengthen the protection and guidance of zero."

Jiang Nian finally said.

"We must not let him fall into the hands of the organization until he has sufficient self-protection ability and a stable sense of right and wrong."

After leaving the research institute, Jiang Nian did not go straight back to the villa, but went to the set of "iPartment".

He needs a change of pace.

The atmosphere on set remained lively and enthusiastic.

The positive effects of the live stream continued to grow, and the actors were in increasingly better shape.

Even director Wei Zheng's messy hair seemed to have gained some energy.

Upon seeing Jiang Nian, the crowd still enthusiastically surrounded her.

Hu Yifei showed off the action scenes she had just finished filming, which she completed in one take after another.

Zeng Xiaoxian cheekily stated that his fan club had exceeded 50,000 members.

Lu Ziqiao, Chen Meijia, Zhang Wei, and Guan Gu Shenqi also chatted excitedly about the interesting things that happened on set.

Tang Youyou looked at Jiang Nian and asked carefully, "Teacher Jiang, you seem a little tired. Are you alright?"

"It's nothing, just some trivial matters."

Jiang Nian smiled, his gaze casually sweeping across the set, where he spotted Lin Wanxing quietly reading the script.

She seemed to sense Jiang Nian's gaze, raised her head, and gave him a polite and gentle smile. Jiang Nian sneered inwardly; this venomous snake lurking beside him was quite composed.

It's been moved over this long period of time.

If I hadn't left early and suspected something, I would have worried that she really was alright.

He subtly shifted his gaze.

They discussed the subsequent filming plans and the control of comedic rhythm with Wei Zheng.

The few hours spent on set allowed Jiang Nian to relax her tense nerves a little.

However, just as he was about to leave, the encrypted communicator vibrated again.

It's Bai Yongxu.

"Jiang Nian, the situation has changed!"

"We intercepted an encrypted command from the organization; they appear to have activated a backup plan, targeting zero!"

"The research institute's defense level has been raised to the highest level, but we need you back immediately!"

"Zero's condition is somewhat unstable; he keeps asking to see you!"

Jiang Nian's eyes sharpened.

"I'll be there soon!"

There wasn't time to explain in detail to the crew.

After speeding along, Jiang Nian once again stepped into the secret research institute.

The atmosphere was noticeably more tense than before.

The number of patrolling guards has doubled, and all kinds of energy detectors and defensive weapons are activated.

Jiang Nian's heart sank; the thing she feared most had happened.

The organization really does have remote capabilities!
Just then, a piercing alarm blared throughout the entire research institute!

"Warning! Unidentified armed forces have breached the defenses! The defense system is being dismantled!"

"They're coming!"

Bai Yongxu's expression changed drastically.

"Such speed! Such powerful methods!"

On the monitoring screen, several ghostly figures could be seen breaking through layers of defenses at an astonishing speed in the passageway surrounding the research institute.

Unlike the previous modified bodies that were bulky or bizarre, they had smooth figures and coordinated movements.

The weapon used is a gun that fires a dark red energy beam, and it is extremely powerful.

The research institute's automated defense turrets were like paper in front of them.

"They're the organization's elite cleaners!"

An intelligence officer exclaimed, "They actually found this place!"

"Activate defense protocol! All non-combat personnel to shelters! Dark Blade Team, follow me to meet the enemy!"

The ghost's cold voice rang out on the communication channel.

A battle erupted instantly inside the research institute!

The "Scavenger" squad's combat capabilities far surpass any enemy they have encountered before.

They worked together seamlessly and seemed to have an excellent understanding of the institute's structure.

"No! Their firepower is too intense, and they're using some kind of energy interference that greatly reduces the effectiveness of our shields!"

The fortress carried a giant shield, its body charred in many places.

"Their goal is zero! We must not let them succeed!"

The ghost gritted his teeth and fired another burst of fire from his rifle, forcing back a "scavenger" who was trying to break through.

Outside the isolation room, Jiang Nian watched the brutal battle unfold on the monitor.

He glanced at Zero, who was becoming uneasy again in the isolation room due to the intense energy collisions outside, and a resolute look flashed in his eyes.

"Old Bai, open the isolation room!" Jiang Nian suddenly said.

"What? No way! It's too dangerous!" Bai Yongxu immediately objected.

"His condition is unstable right now; if he stays inside, he'll be a sitting duck!"

"Besides, do you think this glass can stop those scavengers' weapons?"

Jiang Nian's tone was frighteningly calm.

“I’ll take him away to draw the enemy away. You can take this opportunity to strengthen your defenses or prepare to evacuate.”

Bai Yongxu looked at Jiang Nian, then at the enemy closing in on the monitor.

We know this is currently the only way to possibly preserve the Zero-Sum Institute's core data.

He slammed his fist on the control panel and hissed, "Open it!"

The special glass door slid open silently.

Zero immediately pounced on him.

"Come with me."

Without saying anything more, Jiang Nian shielded Ling behind her.

He chose an emergency passage that led to the deeper parts of the research institute, opposite to the main battlefield.

It connects to a complex underground facility and an unused experimental zone.

The complex terrain makes it more suitable for maneuvering.

Sure enough, they had just left the quarantine area.

Two of the cleaners broke through the Dark Blade team's interception and caught up with them.

"Target located! And prototype!"

A cold voice came from beneath the visor of one of the scavengers.

The energy beam struck the alloy wall, instantly melting two large holes.

"What a powerful force!"

Jiang Nian's heart skipped a beat; the destructive power of this energy beam was astonishing!
He dared not take the blow head-on, and instead used his movement techniques to the fullest extent.

He dashed left and right through the narrow passage, while his fingertips tapped out repeatedly.

The concentrated internal energy arrows shot towards the joints and energy weapon interfaces of the two scavengers.

"Bang bang bang!"

The air arrow collided with the energy shield on the Scavenger, producing a muffled sound, although it failed to break through the defense directly.

But it also made them pause slightly.

Ling was shielded behind Jiang Nian, watching the fierce battle before her, a strange glint flashing in her eyes.

Jiang Nian fought and retreated, and with his familiarity with the terrain and his extraordinary skills, he temporarily achieved a stalemate with the two "cleaners".

But he knew this was not a long-term solution.

More enemies could arrive at any time.

We must get rid of them as soon as possible!

Just then, a violent explosion and a loud bang of metal tearing apart suddenly came from the front of the passage!
Immediately afterwards, a wave of scorching heat mixed with smoke and dust rushed towards us!

"what happened?!"

Jiang Nian's heart tightened.

As the smoke and dust cleared, a huge gap was blasted open in front of the passage, revealing a vast and unfamiliar space behind it.

The alloy walls of the research institute were no longer there.

This space was hidden even deeper underground within the research institute, and it wasn't even marked on the structural diagrams!

The two scavengers also stopped their attack, their sensors aimed at the suddenly appearing space.

It appears to be performing a rapid analysis.

Jiang Nian didn't have time to think much; this was his only chance!
He scooped Ling up in his arms, his inner strength erupting, instantly boosting his speed to its limit.

Like an arrow released from a bow, it rushed into that unknown area!

The two cleaners immediately realized what was happening and gave chase.

This underground space is much larger than I imagined, resembling a huge underground cavern.

Once inside, Jiang Nian finally realized the true nature of the basement.

In fact, it is not an unknown area, but simply an ancient cave.

Moreover, it seems that there are quite a few old-fashioned technological products here.

It must have existed before the laboratory was established.

Even laboratory prototypes.

Bai Yongxu didn't even reveal to him that this was what the laboratory originally looked like.

However, this also calmed Jiang Nian down, and she felt somewhat relieved.

He was also afraid that Bai Yongxu and the others wouldn't be able to find him.

However, since this is an old laboratory.