Chapter 412: Guarding and Coveting
Faced with the vigilance of the Ark patrol team, Xiao Jin and his group did not stop, but continued to drive closer.
Soon, a loud and majestic voice came from above everyone's head, exploding like thunder.
"The area ahead is a highly confidential restricted area. Please immediately stop all actions and accept the security check unconditionally.
If we continue to move forward, we will have to take necessary compulsory measures to ensure regional security..."
The sound echoed repeatedly through the loudspeaker equipment, sounding particularly harsh on the empty seashore, carrying with it unquestionable authority and urgency.
Xiao Jin sat in the driver's seat, gripping the steering wheel tightly with both hands, a solemn yet calm light flashing in his eyes.
She quickly glanced at Lu Jing behind her, and then Xiao Jin gently pressed the off button. The car slowly fell silent, and together with the other car, it silently waited for an unknown fate to come.
The air around seemed to freeze, and time became unusually slow at this moment.
Soon, dust rose in the distance, and a convoy of heavy armored vehicles and jeeps approached rapidly, like a steel torrent, slowly surrounding the vehicle where Xiao Jin and others were.
As the vehicle stopped, the door was suddenly opened, and countless soldiers in camouflage uniforms, helmets, and armed with guns and bullets jumped out of the vehicle like a tide.
Their movements were in unison, and every step revealed their well-trained ruthlessness and efficiency.
In the sunlight, the muzzle of the gun flashed coldly: "Who are you? What are you doing here? This is a national special control area. If you enter without authorization, you will bear the consequences at your own risk!"
A middle-aged officer who seemed to be the leader, with shining epaulettes, walked up to the crowd with steady steps.
His eyes swept over Xiao Jin and others who had just got off the car.
It’s no wonder that they are so vigilant. Not everyone is qualified to know about the existence of the Ark.
This place is home to national politicians, military bosses, and top talents from all walks of life.
Even if the news leaked out and someone wanted to enter the Ark out of jealousy, the higher-ups would not allow it.
They don’t know how many people they have driven away in the past few days!
Before Xiao Jin could reply, Professor Chen on the other side ran forward excitedly: "Lieutenant Colonel, Lieutenant Colonel!!"
"Wait, who are you? Stop."
The tense atmosphere seemed to explode in an instant, with countless gun muzzles pointed directly at Professor Chen's body.
Professor Chen reacted and quickly raised his hand while backing away: "No, you misunderstood me. Don't be impulsive."
As he said this, he looked at the middle-aged man beside him and said, "Lieutenant Colonel, don't you remember me? We met at the research institute last month."
The man whom Professor Chen called Lieutenant Colonel frowned, then waved his hand, and all the guns were put down instantly.
Looking at the excited Professor Chen, a thoughtful expression appeared in his eyes.
Looking at it this way, it seems a little familiar!
I did go to the research institute last month, and this person knows about it, so he must be from the institute.
The lieutenant colonel tried to find familiar traces on Professor Chen's disheveled face. After a moment, he opened his eyes wide and said, "Professor Chen, why is it you?"
"Wow~ It's me, it's me." Finally recognizing him, Professor Chen was almost going crazy.
"Didn't the boss send someone to pick you up? Could it be that these people..." The lieutenant colonel looked at Xiao Jin and others.
Yes, he is indeed a new face, and judging from his work style, he does not seem to have worked in the army for many years.
Professor Chen's expression froze, and he seemed to have some idea in his mind, and only responded with a few vague words.
"Well, the process is a bit complicated. I'll explain it to you in person later."
Seeing this, the lieutenant colonel did not say anything, but after looking at Xiao Jin and others, he said: "Okay, then let's get on the Ark first.
But these brothers cannot go in for the time being, I need to make a report and ask. "
Upon hearing this, Professor Chen couldn't help himself. He grabbed the lieutenant colonel and said, "Don't fight yet. Let's talk for a moment."
Then the two of them walked aside, whispering to each other, and occasionally glanced at Xiao Jin and you personally.
However, from beginning to end, Xiao Jin and the others did not stop them, because the mission had not been completed yet. It seemed that only by entering the Ark with the "pass" could the side quest be perfectly completed.
Professor Chen helped them to some extent.
Soon, the conversation between the two ended.
Professor Chen apparently came up with some credible reasons, which successfully convinced the lieutenant colonel to agree to take them to the Ark.
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As the afterglow of the setting sun gradually sank into the horizon, a group of people hurriedly boarded an off-road vehicle parked on the side of the road.
The atmosphere in the car was heavy and tense, Xiao Jin and the others were all disturbed, and almost everyone was "guarded" by several military policemen.
The sea breeze blew in with a slightly salty scent. When the vehicle slowly stopped at the sparkling coast, everyone got out of the car and changed to a yacht.
Xiao Jin and her companions, "escorted" by several fully armed soldiers - or more accurately, "escorted" - crossed the soft sandy beach and stepped onto the wooden bridge leading to the speedboat. The speedboat was like an arrow from a bow, cutting through the sea, leaving a trail of white waves, and heading straight for the cruise ship. The whistling sea breeze blew their hair, and seemed to be telling of the upcoming changes in the wind and clouds.
The moment I stepped onto the cruise ship, it was as if I had crossed the boundaries of time and space and arrived in a completely different world. The interior of the cruise ship was magnificent, but it also revealed an indescribable sense of oppression. Each member was stuffed with a beautifully designed information sheet, which seemed to carry some unknown fate and was heavy. The densely packed text on the information sheet flashed an alluring light under the light, but it also made people feel afraid.
Just as they were trying to digest this sudden information, a sudden commotion broke the peace on the cruise ship. The crowd began to stir, and whispers quickly escalated into low exclamations and dissatisfaction. "Why did someone come on board? I don't know him at all!" A sharp voice cut through the tranquility in the air, full of doubt and vigilance. "Damn, what about the guarantee we got before? Didn't it say that there would be no outsiders on the cruise ship?" Another voice followed closely, with a bit of helplessness in anger. The players' hearing was extremely sharp, and these words were like sparks in the dark night, instantly igniting the anxiety and curiosity in their hearts.
In this atmosphere, Xiao Jin and her team were quickly led to a seemingly ordinary isolation room. The door of the isolation room slowly closed, making a dull sound, as if isolating them from the outside world, or pushing them into a more complicated maze. In this series of changes, everyone's heart was surging with different emotions: fear, curiosity, excitement, and even expectation. They knew that this was not just a simple trip, but a contest of life and death, wisdom and courage, an unknown and exciting adventure that was about to unfold on the cruise ship.
In the distant future, the Earth is no longer the blue and vibrant planet it once was. Years of environmental degradation and resource depletion have forced humans to embark on a journey to find a new home. Fangzhou, a name wrapped in stars and legends, miraculously became the last safe haven - a piece of pure land that is said to be unpolluted and retains its original purity. However, this tranquility and hope is as fragile as thin ice. With the unexpected arrival of "new faces" such as Xiao Jin and his group, the tranquility of the entire Fangzhou society was suddenly broken.
Their arrival was like a sudden storm, stirring up the fear and anxiety deep in the hearts of the residents of the Ark. Rumors and suspicions spread rapidly. Some people whispered about the rampant virus outside, worrying that these outsiders would bring unknown disasters; even worse, they gathered outside the isolation room in an emotional state, shouting to expel these "potential threats". But in this land strictly governed by rules and order, individual will cannot shake the collective decision after all. After some intense negotiations and reviews, Xiao Jin and his companions were allowed to step into the isolation room that symbolized the unknown and challenges.
Inside the isolation room, a cold and dazzling white light enveloped every inch of space. The surrounding walls were as crystal clear as crystal, showing everything inside the room to the outside world without reservation. This place seemed like a transparent cage forgotten by time. Apart from a few lonely single beds, there was only a bathroom that was deliberately kept private, which was a rare safe haven in this transparent world. Even so, whenever someone tried to imagine the bathroom being made transparent, they couldn't help but feel a chill down their spine, and were glad that this last bit of dignity was preserved.
Xiao Jin and his group stood in the middle of the isolation room, their eyes involuntarily swept towards the surveillance camera in the corner. The dark lens seemed to be able to see into people's hearts and record their every move. Under such a gaze, everyone's heart was surging with complex emotions: both uneasiness about the unknown fate and desire for freedom and hope. In the end, they looked at each other, their eyes conveyed silent support and encouragement, and then slowly lay down on the single beds that seemed cold but actually carried countless expectations.
The door of the isolation room slowly closed, isolating the outside noise and the inner waves. In this small world surrounded by transparency and loneliness, Xiao Jin and his friends began a new journey, an adventure about survival, trust and redemption. And the Ark, this legendary pure land, will also open a new chapter with their arrival and usher in a more magnificent future.
Unfortunately, Xiao Jin and the others are players. Even if they can't talk directly, there are ways to communicate, such as the friend panel. In every corner of this virtual world, information shuttles at the speed of light, silently but fiercely. Xiao Jin's fingers dance lightly on the keyboard,
【Cen Nian: That Professor Chen is definitely up to no good! 】
[Xiao Jin: Don’t forget his identity. Players are like a hot commodity to him. How could he not miss them?]
【Cen Nian: What will he do then? 】
[Xiao Jin: I just want to find a test subject.]
【Cen Nian: Then we...】
Cen Nian was a little worried.
They are now on the Ark, which means they have entered someone else's territory.
[Xiao Jin: Don't worry, the game is about to end, the sky... is about to change! ]
After saying that, Xiao Jin closed the panel and crawled out from under the quilt.
In the monitoring room on the other side.
The big boss stared at the scene in the isolation room and couldn't help but wonder: "Are you sure you have searched me and taken away all my communication devices?"
The lieutenant colonel nodded seriously: "Yes, I can guarantee it."
"But what are they doing?"
"Uh..." The lieutenant colonel was stunned for a moment: "Maybe I'm a little... shy!"
Big Boss: ...That's better.
"What else did Professor Chen say?"
Hearing the question, the lieutenant colonel perked up: "He said he would come to report to you in person later. Anyway, Professor Chen meant that these people have a big secret and must not be let go."
The big boss had a thoughtful look in his eyes.
He still believed what Professor Chen said. After all, he was also a well-known boss in the research institute and had many outstanding scientific research results.
"Okay, keep an eye on them first. If they engage in any dangerous sexual behavior, suppress it if possible, and minimize the impact if not."
The lieutenant colonel stood still, his face serious: "Yes."
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After a few hours, the afterglow of the setting sun had quietly faded, and the night fell silently, covering this temporary shelter with a mysterious veil. Fang Zhou, a thoughtful and considerate young man, not only showed extraordinary leadership in the face of the doomsday crisis, but also considered every detail of life. He personally cooked and carefully prepared a simple but warm dinner for Xiao Jin and his companions - one meat and one vegetable, paired with white rice.
The camera is like an invisible eye, tirelessly recording everything. The eyes behind the lens may be curious or scrutinizing, but in the face of this rare peace, they all become much softer. At the table, everyone did not hesitate at all, knowing that at this time of scarce resources, every piece of food is hard-earned. So, chopsticks danced lightly, and in a flash, dinner was swept away, leaving only empty plates, shining silver under the dim light.
The person who delivered the food was just about to clean up the mess quietly and return to his post, when at this moment, a deep and powerful voice suddenly rang out: "Wait..." It was Lu Jing, the wise man and strategist in the team. Although his voice was not loud, it carried a force that could not be ignored. It made the person who was about to turn around and leave tremble suddenly, as if he was fixed by an invisible force. He almost dropped the things in his hands and ran away.
But there was no malice in Lu Jing's voice, just a hint of imperceptible eagerness and curiosity. The man secretly rejoiced in his heart, and then heard his companion whisper in his ear: "Don't panic, listen to what he has to say." This sentence was like a reassurance, calming his nervous mood a little. He exhaled a long breath, turned around slowly, with a hint of exploration and confusion in his eyes, ready to welcome the secret that Lu Jing was about to reveal.
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