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Chapter 115 Secret Intelligence
Xiao Ran left the core area of ​​the survivor base alone. Instead of returning directly to the team, he headed straight for the old site of the black market that Lao Kui had mentioned.

Although the place has been reduced to ruins, there are still a few scattered businessmen who are active, walking on the edge of law and morality.

The ruins reeked of decay and dust. Xiao Ran moved silently among the rubble, searching for a familiar figure—a black market merchant whom Old Kui called "Glasses," who was said to be well-informed and able to get his hands on anything.

Finally, behind a pile of collapsed concrete slabs, Xiao Ran spotted his target.

A thin, middle-aged man wearing thick glasses was squatting in front of a dilapidated table, taking stock of some odds and ends in his hands.

He was surrounded by several ragged survivors, who seemed to be bargaining.

This man is Zhao Ming, nicknamed "Glasses".

Zhao Ming looked up and saw Xiao Ran walking over, a wary look appearing on his face.

"Who are you? What are you doing here?"

"I have something I'd like to discuss with you." Xiao Ran's voice was deep and hoarse, carrying an undeniable air of authority.

Zhao Ming hesitated for a moment, then told the people around him to disperse. "Come with me."

They walked to a relatively secluded corner, and Zhao Ming took out a folding chair from under the table, gesturing for Xiao Ran to sit down.

"I've heard you're well-informed, and I'd like to inquire about some things regarding virus samples," Xiao Ran said bluntly.

Zhao Ming narrowed his eyes, scrutinizing Xiao Ran. "What do you want to know?"
Information about virus samples isn't something just anyone can access.

"I need to know the origin of the virus sample and its relationship to this survivor base." Xiao Ran's attitude was clear; he wouldn't beat around the bush.

Zhao Ming was silent for a moment, as if weighing something. He took out a cigarette from his pocket, lit it, and took a deep drag.

"What you want to know, everyone already knows, but no one dares to say it."

The real source of that virus sample was not a natural mutation, but an abandoned laboratory.

That laboratory is directly connected to the forces behind Leader Chen Ming.

"A laboratory?" Xiao Ran frowned. "What kind of experiment?"

Zhao Ming shook his head. "I don't know the specifics. I only know that the lab has been conducting some secret research, and the research is extremely dangerous."

Later, the experiment went out of control, destroying the entire laboratory and causing everyone... to mutate.

"Mutations?"

"Yes, mutation. Those experimental personnel were all infected by the virus and turned into terrifying monsters."

"To cover up the truth, the laboratory was abandoned, and some related samples were transferred here," Zhao Ming said.

A chill ran through Xiao Ran. He vaguely sensed that this survivor base was not as simple as it seemed on the surface.

"What is the connection between the sample generation mechanism and those evolved zombies?" Xiao Ran asked.

Zhao Ming's expression turned somewhat grim. "This... I'm not quite sure. I only know that the sample generation mechanism is extremely complex, involving multiple fields such as genetic engineering and virology. Those evolved zombies seem to have been influenced by the samples to some extent. But I can't explain the specific principles behind it."

Xiao Ran could sense that Zhao Ming was hiding something. "If there's anything else you know, you'd better tell me."

Zhao Ming sighed. "I've told you everything I can. I know nothing more about the details. And even if I did know, I wouldn't dare tell you. This matter is too sensitive; it involves too many people."

Xiao Ran knew that pressing further would be pointless. He took out a wad of banknotes from his pocket and placed them on the table. "This is for you. I hope you can keep an eye out for any new information. You can come to Lao Kui's place to find me."

Zhao Ming took the money, a grateful expression on his face. "Don't worry, I will."

“There’s one more thing,” Xiao Ran added. “Do you have a map that can guide me to a hidden area deep within the base?”

After a slight hesitation, Zhao Ming took out a crumpled map from an iron box and handed it to Xiao Ran.

"I got this map from a dead man. It's said to guide you to more hidden spaces deep within the base. However, I don't know what's marked on the map."

Xiao Ran took the map and examined it carefully. The map marked the locations of some secret passages and hidden storage areas, which seemed to be the entrance to a secret network.

"Thank you." Xiao Ran stood up, preparing to leave.

"Be careful," Zhao Ming warned. "This base is fraught with danger."

Xiao Ran nodded, said nothing more, and turned to leave the old site of the black market.

Meanwhile, Su Wanqing and Lu Zhao were still discussing their evacuation plan in the core area of ​​the survivor base.

"The situation isn't looking good," Su Wanqing said, frowning. "The zombie activity around the base is becoming more and more frequent, so it seems that the time for evacuation is running out."

Looking at the map in his hand, Lu Zhao said, "We can use the space in the jade bracelet to quietly move to another place. This way we can avoid direct conflict and reduce casualties."

“That’s a good idea,” Su Wanqing nodded. “However, we can’t take everyone with us. After all, the jade bracelet has limited space.”

“We can relocate the core personnel first, and then figure out how to deal with the others,” Lu Zhao said.

"Alright," Su Wanqing sighed. "Let's do it this way."

Just as they were preparing to implement their retreat plan, Lin Che's voice suddenly came.

"Chief, I sense... danger."

Lin Che's face was pale, and his forehead was covered in sweat. He seemed to be in great pain.

"What's wrong?" Su Wanqing asked.

"I...I smelled a conspiracy in the air."

Lin Che said, "This base hides a huge secret."

Su Wanqing was startled. She realized that this survivor base might be far more complex than she had imagined.

"Lu Zhao, scan the surrounding area," Su Wanqing instructed.

Lu Zhao immediately activated his special ability to scan the surroundings.

"An anomaly detected," Lu Zhao said. "Some unidentified heat sources have appeared around the base and are rapidly approaching."

"Zombies?" Xiao Ran asked.

“No, they’re not zombies.” Lu Zhao shook his head. “Those heat sources seem to be…people.”

Su Wanqing's expression turned serious. She realized that a crisis was quietly approaching.