“Later, I stumbled upon the existence of the Ark by chance and found it amusing. Therefore, I assumed the role of an ordinary person and remained aboard the Ark.”
“However, after a while, I discovered that my younger brother was also very interested in the Ark, mainly because of the experiments inside. His intention was to transform the Ark into a haven for zombies. I finally discovered the enjoyment it offered, and I certainly didn’t wish for it to be ruined by him in this manner. Thus, we reached an agreement for three chapters. The Ark is my territory, if he dares to show himself, I shall promptly eliminate him.”
“At that time, he was indeed not powerful, so he consented to our agreement. Consequently, he hasn’t set foot on the Ark in all these years,” Dr. Sang said with a smile, “Mainly due to their fear of death.”
“It’s absurd, even zombies fear death.”
The two halted their steps as the temperature around them gradually rose.
Dr. Sang wiped off the slight perspiration from Bai Lixin’s forehead and explained, “We are in close proximity to the kinetic energy room where the Ark generates fuel, hence the elevated temperature. Just continue walking for a while, and it will subside.”
Bai Lixin nodded and inquired, “Have you ever mwt the zombie queen?”
While conversing, they passed by a dark room filled with thick smoke.
Bai Lixin squinted and peered inside, only to witness countless corpses densely sprawled, resembling a mountain of garbage.
A massive mechanical arm descended from above, seizing a multitude of corpses and hurling them directly into the burning furnace, emanating a golden-red glow.
An odor of charred flesh permeated the air through the dark aperture, so dense that Bai Lixin’s eyes reddened.
These must be the corpses Li Cancan investigated earlier. Bai Lixin frowned slightly at this hellish sight and quickly moved away.
After leaving the area engulfed in smoke, Dr. Sang’s voice resounded once more.
“I have never encountered that female zombie.”
“But I overheard the Zombie King mentioning that he found her on his way to locate me.”
“At the time, I wasn’t interested in anything, so those words merely passed through one ear and out the other, leaving no lasting impression,” the man paused and glanced sideways at the young man, “You seem quite intrigued by that female zombie.”
Bai Lixin responded, “I suspect that she might be the person my companion is seeking.”
“Song Yuantian?” The man pondered, his once pure white pupils now turning black again. “I believe I heard you mention that name earlier, is that correct?”
Bai Lixin affirmed, “Yes, that’s right.”
The man pressed against the metal wall and swiftly discovered a concealed door. He exerted force, and a small door accommodating a single person appeared on the wall. Beyond the small door was Dr. Sang’s 13th-floor home garden.
They traversed the passageway and arrived at the garden. The man inquired, “But didn’t the zombie queen reply ‘I don’t know’?”
Bai Lixin explained, “That’s the flaw. I didn’t ask about anyone by name, yet the zombie queen answered me without hesitation, as if she knew I was referring to her.”
“It’s peculiar, isn’t it?” the man skillfully punched in the password on the door. “Your observation is indeed intriguing.”
“However, based on my speculation, the fact that your friend has been searching for her for over thirty years indicates her significance to him.”
“Conversely, this woman may also hold your friend dear.” The man paused for a moment. “Yet, having transformed into her current state, perhaps she doesn’t desire that man to discover her true self. Instead, she wishes to maintain her ideal image in his heart.”
Before long, the room’s door gently swung open, and the man grabbed Bai Lixin’s arm, pulling him inside with a firm grip.
The door slammed shut with a loud bang.
In the room, the man forcefully pressed the young man against the door, furrowing his brows as he looked down at him. His rough and cold fingertips gently traced the young man’s eyebrows and eyes, then softly pinched his tender lips. “Truth be told, I can understand the feelings of that female zombie because not long ago, I feared you would flee in terror upon learning my true identity.”
“I have spent a considerable time in this ark, and even if I disregard the happenings around me, I am well aware of the immense animosity between humans and zombies.”
“At that time, I had begun to develop affection for you, so I took you to the cafeteria, fed you pudding, and showed great concern for you. However, I did not wish to deceive you by feigning indifference.”
“Do you not find me repulsive and horrifying when I transform into a zombie?”
Bai Lixin’s upper lip brushed against his lower lip, and the moist lips lightly grazed the man’s fingertips. “Well, you really overthink things. I have seen your in even worse states.”
“Be confident, as in many cases, you don’t even possess a proper body.”
The man: “???”
———————-
In the live broadcast room:
[“There is no ugliest, only uglier.”]
[“Ugly Old Gong”]
[“A Decent Body”]
[Let me briefly summarize: water current, tentacles, vines, ghosts, ice cubes, dragons…]
[To sum it up, I really want to say something to the zombie boss: Be confident! Compared with the previous bosses, you are simply too normal, okay?!]
[The big boss has a look of disbelief and even fell into self-doubt.]
[Laughing. The Big Boss with the most species span in history. I don’t know whether it’s the boss or God Xin who should cry.]
[I don’t know if the boss is crying or not, but Xin Shen has cried many times.]
[Tsk tsk tsk, tears of happiness.]
[“Happiness”]
[Looking at it this way, is it really possible that the zombie queen is the person President Song Yuantian is looking for?]
[Oh my God, President Song, don’t go digging ice, your wife has been snatched away. She’s going to give birth to the zombies soon, so come back soon.]
[I also feel that the Zombie Queen is, but if she isn’t, we have to see if President Song can find his girlfriend’s body.]
[It should be. The Zombie Queen denied it so simply. Under such circumstances, most people would actually think about it before answering, but she answered so quickly, which proved that she was very sensitive to this name. I don’t want to admit it, probably because I think the Zombie King is very powerful, and I’m afraid President Song will be overwhelmed and come to die.]
[Hey, why do I always see love stories like this?]
[There is another very important question. If she really is, can she turn back into a human? Turning into a zombie is proof that one is dead, right? Only after resurrection can she leave this copy, right? Can she be resurrected?]
[Fuck, more knives.]
[No, I want to watch the fairy love between God Xin and the boss to ease the pain of this tragedy.]
————————-
The man’s eyes darkened as he grabbed Bai Lixin’s wrist: “You’re dirty. After a while, an ability user being will come in to investigate. I’ll take you to clean up.”
Without waiting for Bai Lixin to say anything, the man dragged him directly into the bathroom.
Throwing their blood-stained clothes into the trash can, the man turned on the warm water, filling the room with a faint white mist.
Dr. Sang’s place was not big since all his focus was on scientific research, and the bathroom was even narrower. There was hardly any space for two people to move around.
Bai Lixin didn’t know where to look. He stared at the white porcelain wall, and his nervous voice was amplified in the steamy and cramped space: “You threw away all the clothes. What should I wear?”
Dr. Sang replied with raised eyebrows, “If I don’t throw them away, do you want the ability users to see them? Although my living quarters are modest, I still have clothes. You can wear mine later.” He pulled the young man towards him and said, “You still smell like blood. Let me wash it off for you.”
Thin streams of water fell from the shower and cascaded over his body, while the man’s fingertips, wet with water droplets, gently touched him.
Bai Lixin tried to say something, but the man suddenly grabbed both his arms and pinned them against the white porcelain wall.
The young man’s body looked fragile and elegant like a taut bow.
The man’s black pupils turned into pure white uncontrollably, and dark waves swirled beneath them.
Suddenly, an urgent knock came from outside the door.
The man’s fingers brushed the young man’s back, and the color of his pupils quickly returned to black.
Through the dim bathroom door, he coldly asked, “Who is it?”
-“Dr. Sang, hello, we are the ability users escorts. The ark will start moving tonight. Are you aware?”
The man responded indifferently while scanning the young man’s trembling body, “I know. What’s wrong?”
-“It’s like this, Dr. Sang. There was a zombie frenzy attacking tonight, and we are worried that some zombies might take the opportunity to enter. What are you doing now? Can we meet you and ensure your safety? After all, you are a distinguished scientist on our ark, and your safety is our priority.”
The young man bit his lip lightly.
“I’m taking a shower,” the man withdrew his finger under the pleading eyes of the young man. “You guys want to see that too?”
After hesitating for two seconds, the person awkwardly added, “Yes, please, Dr. Sang.”
Dr. Sang replied, “Okay, wait for me.”
The man leaned closer to the young man, his lips against his earlobe, and whispered, “I’ll go out for a while. You can stay inside and continue washing.” With that, he pushed open the bathroom door and closed it again, leaving a large bathrobe behind.
The door opened, and the ability users felt a bit embarrassed.
The ability user said, “Dr. Sang, we have a few questions. May we come in?”
The man pursed his lips and took out some disposable shoe covers from the cupboard, saying, “Put these on and come in.”
“Hehe, uh, Dr. Sang is taking a bath.” Once inside, one of the ability users laughed awkwardly, trying to ease the tension. “Dr. Sang, what did you do tonight?”
Dr. Sang replied, “I attended the council meeting initially, and then my assistant came to find me, so I returned. When I came back, the zombie frenzy had already begun, and the ark was starting to warm up.”
The ability user watched Dr. Sang cautiously, “Was there something important your assistant wanted to discuss with you?”
Dr. Sang pondered, “An important matter—”
“I wanted to see Dr. Sang,” Bai Lixin interrupted. “I told Dr. Sang’s assistant that I wanted to see Dr. Sang.”
There was still a cloud of mist surrounding the young man, and the originally beautiful face was glowing with a translucent pink color under the heat.
The ability users stared at Bai Lixin, their cheeks involuntarily reddening.
One of the ability users blushed and asked, “What’s your name?”
The young man answered, “Bai Lixin.”
One of them stumbled and said, “Wait, that’s right. Dr. Sang’s assistant did mention someone named Bai Lixin who wanted to see Dr. Sang.”
Dr. Sang frowned slightly and moved his body, hiding Bai Lixin behind his broad back. “What else do you want to ask?”
The ability user blushed and stammered, “You… you…”
Dr. Sang’s usual indifferent voice turned cold, “What are you implying?”
Embarrassment and despair filled the air.
The boldest ability user mustered the courage to ask the final question, “Bai Lixin, this question is for you. The ability users were fighting the zombie frenzy just now, so why did you come to see Dr. Sang?”
Bai Lixin poked his head out from behind Dr. Sang’s shoulder and replied, “Because I was worried about Dr. Sang’s safety. Dr. Sang is just an ordinary person. I have the ability to protect myself, but what can an ordinary person like Dr. Sang do? I came to ensure his safety and protect him.”
The ability users: “…”
Good guy, protecting from the bed?
“Ahem, everything seems fine. Sorry for disturbing you. We should go now.” Finally, an ability user hastily ended the awkward conversation. “During the journey, the ark will experience constant turbulence, so it’s best not to place any fragile items on top of the cabinet.”
Dr. Sang waved impatiently, “Okay, thank you for the reminder. Now, please continue with your work. Go.”
Once everyone had left, Dr. Sang closed the door and locked it.
When he turned around, he saw that Bai Lixin had already curled up in bed, watching him vigilantly like a small animal.
The man chuckled and walked towards him solemnly, “As you can see, it’s chaotic outside. You should stay here tonight.”
“The ark’s movement can be quite bumpy, so all activities will be suspended.”
“You must have been startled when you confronted the Zombie King today. Although my place is simple, it’s much better than upstairs. If you rest here, you’ll recover faster, alright?”
He spoke to himself, and before Bai Lixin could respond, he switched off the light.
In the darkness, Bai Lixin’s crystal eyes shimmered brightly.
Are you sure I can rest?
Amidst the darkness, the sounds of wild animals howling and cubs crying soon filled the room.
———————
In the live broadcast room.
[“Jumping Sense”]
[… I have a subtle association.]
[Well, we probably should go together.]
[Ahem, let me start first: driving a car?]
[Ahem, it could be considered the correct answer.]
[Although the screen turned black the moment the boss turned off the lights, I am already content. Thanks to the two male Bodhisattvas who shared with us the image of a beautiful man bathing. From then on, the freehand drawing book has a face in my mind.]
[Your freehand drawing book always gives off a strange vibe. Is it the static action storybook with static images?]
[Haha, what on earth is an action storybook with static images? You guys are working hard to avoid being banned from the barrage.]
[Hey, after all, the reviews have become stricter over the years. Even God Xin and the boss couldn’t escape the black screen. We have to tread carefully.]
[How many times did you experience a black screen before coming to this realization?]
[Not ten times, maybe around eighty times, sigh.]
[“Painful Realization.”]
“Later, I stumbled upon the existence of the Ark by chance and found it amusing. Therefore, I assumed the role of an ordinary person and remained aboard the Ark.”
“However, after a while, I discovered that my younger brother was also very interested in the Ark, mainly because of the experiments inside. His intention was to transform the Ark into a haven for zombies. I finally discovered the enjoyment it offered, and I certainly didn’t wish for it to be ruined by him in this manner. Thus, we reached an agreement for three chapters. The Ark is my territory, if he dares to show himself, I shall promptly eliminate him.”
“At that time, he was indeed not powerful, so he consented to our agreement. Consequently, he hasn’t set foot on the Ark in all these years,” Dr. Sang said with a smile, “Mainly due to their fear of death.”
“It’s absurd, even zombies fear death.”
The two halted their steps as the temperature around them gradually rose.
Dr. Sang wiped off the slight perspiration from Bai Lixin’s forehead and explained, “We are in close proximity to the kinetic energy room where the Ark generates fuel, hence the elevated temperature. Just continue walking for a while, and it will subside.”
Bai Lixin nodded and inquired, “Have you ever mwt the zombie queen?”
While conversing, they passed by a dark room filled with thick smoke.
Bai Lixin squinted and peered inside, only to witness countless corpses densely sprawled, resembling a mountain of garbage.
A massive mechanical arm descended from above, seizing a multitude of corpses and hurling them directly into the burning furnace, emanating a golden-red glow.
An odor of charred flesh permeated the air through the dark aperture, so dense that Bai Lixin’s eyes reddened.
These must be the corpses Li Cancan investigated earlier. Bai Lixin frowned slightly at this hellish sight and quickly moved away.
After leaving the area engulfed in smoke, Dr. Sang’s voice resounded once more.
“I have never encountered that female zombie.”
“But I overheard the Zombie King mentioning that he found her on his way to locate me.”
“At the time, I wasn’t interested in anything, so those words merely passed through one ear and out the other, leaving no lasting impression,” the man paused and glanced sideways at the young man, “You seem quite intrigued by that female zombie.”
Bai Lixin responded, “I suspect that she might be the person my companion is seeking.”
“Song Yuantian?” The man pondered, his once pure white pupils now turning black again. “I believe I heard you mention that name earlier, is that correct?”
Bai Lixin affirmed, “Yes, that’s right.”
The man pressed against the metal wall and swiftly discovered a concealed door. He exerted force, and a small door accommodating a single person appeared on the wall. Beyond the small door was Dr. Sang’s 13th-floor home garden.
They traversed the passageway and arrived at the garden. The man inquired, “But didn’t the zombie queen reply ‘I don’t know’?”
Bai Lixin explained, “That’s the flaw. I didn’t ask about anyone by name, yet the zombie queen answered me without hesitation, as if she knew I was referring to her.”
“It’s peculiar, isn’t it?” the man skillfully punched in the password on the door. “Your observation is indeed intriguing.”
“However, based on my speculation, the fact that your friend has been searching for her for over thirty years indicates her significance to him.”
“Conversely, this woman may also hold your friend dear.” The man paused for a moment. “Yet, having transformed into her current state, perhaps she doesn’t desire that man to discover her true self. Instead, she wishes to maintain her ideal image in his heart.”
Before long, the room’s door gently swung open, and the man grabbed Bai Lixin’s arm, pulling him inside with a firm grip.
The door slammed shut with a loud bang.
In the room, the man forcefully pressed the young man against the door, furrowing his brows as he looked down at him. His rough and cold fingertips gently traced the young man’s eyebrows and eyes, then softly pinched his tender lips. “Truth be told, I can understand the feelings of that female zombie because not long ago, I feared you would flee in terror upon learning my true identity.”
“I have spent a considerable time in this ark, and even if I disregard the happenings around me, I am well aware of the immense animosity between humans and zombies.”
“At that time, I had begun to develop affection for you, so I took you to the cafeteria, fed you pudding, and showed great concern for you. However, I did not wish to deceive you by feigning indifference.”
“Do you not find me repulsive and horrifying when I transform into a zombie?”
Bai Lixin’s upper lip brushed against his lower lip, and the moist lips lightly grazed the man’s fingertips. “Well, you really overthink things. I have seen your in even worse states.”
“Be confident, as in many cases, you don’t even possess a proper body.”
The man: “???”
———————-
In the live broadcast room:
[“There is no ugliest, only uglier.”]
[“Ugly Old Gong”]
[“A Decent Body”]
[Let me briefly summarize: water current, tentacles, vines, ghosts, ice cubes, dragons…]
[To sum it up, I really want to say something to the zombie boss: Be confident! Compared with the previous bosses, you are simply too normal, okay?!]
[The big boss has a look of disbelief and even fell into self-doubt.]
[Laughing. The Big Boss with the most species span in history. I don’t know whether it’s the boss or God Xin who should cry.]
[I don’t know if the boss is crying or not, but Xin Shen has cried many times.]
[Tsk tsk tsk, tears of happiness.]
[“Happiness”]
[Looking at it this way, is it really possible that the zombie queen is the person President Song Yuantian is looking for?]
[Oh my God, President Song, don’t go digging ice, your wife has been snatched away. She’s going to give birth to the zombies soon, so come back soon.]
[I also feel that the Zombie Queen is, but if she isn’t, we have to see if President Song can find his girlfriend’s body.]
[It should be. The Zombie Queen denied it so simply. Under such circumstances, most people would actually think about it before answering, but she answered so quickly, which proved that she was very sensitive to this name. I don’t want to admit it, probably because I think the Zombie King is very powerful, and I’m afraid President Song will be overwhelmed and come to die.]
[Hey, why do I always see love stories like this?]
[There is another very important question. If she really is, can she turn back into a human? Turning into a zombie is proof that one is dead, right? Only after resurrection can she leave this copy, right? Can she be resurrected?]
[Fuck, more knives.]
[No, I want to watch the fairy love between God Xin and the boss to ease the pain of this tragedy.]
————————-
The man’s eyes darkened as he grabbed Bai Lixin’s wrist: “You’re dirty. After a while, an ability user being will come in to investigate. I’ll take you to clean up.”
Without waiting for Bai Lixin to say anything, the man dragged him directly into the bathroom.
Throwing their blood-stained clothes into the trash can, the man turned on the warm water, filling the room with a faint white mist.
Dr. Sang’s place was not big since all his focus was on scientific research, and the bathroom was even narrower. There was hardly any space for two people to move around.
Bai Lixin didn’t know where to look. He stared at the white porcelain wall, and his nervous voice was amplified in the steamy and cramped space: “You threw away all the clothes. What should I wear?”
Dr. Sang replied with raised eyebrows, “If I don’t throw them away, do you want the ability users to see them? Although my living quarters are modest, I still have clothes. You can wear mine later.” He pulled the young man towards him and said, “You still smell like blood. Let me wash it off for you.”
Thin streams of water fell from the shower and cascaded over his body, while the man’s fingertips, wet with water droplets, gently touched him.
Bai Lixin tried to say something, but the man suddenly grabbed both his arms and pinned them against the white porcelain wall.
The young man’s body looked fragile and elegant like a taut bow.
The man’s black pupils turned into pure white uncontrollably, and dark waves swirled beneath them.
Suddenly, an urgent knock came from outside the door.
The man’s fingers brushed the young man’s back, and the color of his pupils quickly returned to black.
Through the dim bathroom door, he coldly asked, “Who is it?”
-“Dr. Sang, hello, we are the ability users escorts. The ark will start moving tonight. Are you aware?”
The man responded indifferently while scanning the young man’s trembling body, “I know. What’s wrong?”
-“It’s like this, Dr. Sang. There was a zombie frenzy attacking tonight, and we are worried that some zombies might take the opportunity to enter. What are you doing now? Can we meet you and ensure your safety? After all, you are a distinguished scientist on our ark, and your safety is our priority.”
The young man bit his lip lightly.
“I’m taking a shower,” the man withdrew his finger under the pleading eyes of the young man. “You guys want to see that too?”
After hesitating for two seconds, the person awkwardly added, “Yes, please, Dr. Sang.”
Dr. Sang replied, “Okay, wait for me.”
The man leaned closer to the young man, his lips against his earlobe, and whispered, “I’ll go out for a while. You can stay inside and continue washing.” With that, he pushed open the bathroom door and closed it again, leaving a large bathrobe behind.
The door opened, and the ability users felt a bit embarrassed.
The ability user said, “Dr. Sang, we have a few questions. May we come in?”
The man pursed his lips and took out some disposable shoe covers from the cupboard, saying, “Put these on and come in.”
“Hehe, uh, Dr. Sang is taking a bath.” Once inside, one of the ability users laughed awkwardly, trying to ease the tension. “Dr. Sang, what did you do tonight?”
Dr. Sang replied, “I attended the council meeting initially, and then my assistant came to find me, so I returned. When I came back, the zombie frenzy had already begun, and the ark was starting to warm up.”
The ability user watched Dr. Sang cautiously, “Was there something important your assistant wanted to discuss with you?”
Dr. Sang pondered, “An important matter—”
“I wanted to see Dr. Sang,” Bai Lixin interrupted. “I told Dr. Sang’s assistant that I wanted to see Dr. Sang.”
There was still a cloud of mist surrounding the young man, and the originally beautiful face was glowing with a translucent pink color under the heat.
The ability users stared at Bai Lixin, their cheeks involuntarily reddening.
One of the ability users blushed and asked, “What’s your name?”
The young man answered, “Bai Lixin.”
One of them stumbled and said, “Wait, that’s right. Dr. Sang’s assistant did mention someone named Bai Lixin who wanted to see Dr. Sang.”
Dr. Sang frowned slightly and moved his body, hiding Bai Lixin behind his broad back. “What else do you want to ask?”
The ability user blushed and stammered, “You… you…”
Dr. Sang’s usual indifferent voice turned cold, “What are you implying?”
Embarrassment and despair filled the air.
The boldest ability user mustered the courage to ask the final question, “Bai Lixin, this question is for you. The ability users were fighting the zombie frenzy just now, so why did you come to see Dr. Sang?”
Bai Lixin poked his head out from behind Dr. Sang’s shoulder and replied, “Because I was worried about Dr. Sang’s safety. Dr. Sang is just an ordinary person. I have the ability to protect myself, but what can an ordinary person like Dr. Sang do? I came to ensure his safety and protect him.”
The ability users: “…”
Good guy, protecting from the bed?
“Ahem, everything seems fine. Sorry for disturbing you. We should go now.” Finally, an ability user hastily ended the awkward conversation. “During the journey, the ark will experience constant turbulence, so it’s best not to place any fragile items on top of the cabinet.”
Dr. Sang waved impatiently, “Okay, thank you for the reminder. Now, please continue with your work. Go.”
Once everyone had left, Dr. Sang closed the door and locked it.
When he turned around, he saw that Bai Lixin had already curled up in bed, watching him vigilantly like a small animal.
The man chuckled and walked towards him solemnly, “As you can see, it’s chaotic outside. You should stay here tonight.”
“The ark’s movement can be quite bumpy, so all activities will be suspended.”
“You must have been startled when you confronted the Zombie King today. Although my place is simple, it’s much better than upstairs. If you rest here, you’ll recover faster, alright?”
He spoke to himself, and before Bai Lixin could respond, he switched off the light.
In the darkness, Bai Lixin’s crystal eyes shimmered brightly.
Are you sure I can rest?
Amidst the darkness, the sounds of wild animals howling and cubs crying soon filled the room.
———————
In the live broadcast room.
[“Jumping Sense”]
[… I have a subtle association.]
[Well, we probably should go together.]
[Ahem, let me start first: driving a car?]
[Ahem, it could be considered the correct answer.]
[Although the screen turned black the moment the boss turned off the lights, I am already content. Thanks to the two male Bodhisattvas who shared with us the image of a beautiful man bathing. From then on, the freehand drawing book has a face in my mind.]
[Your freehand drawing book always gives off a strange vibe. Is it the static action storybook with static images?]
[Haha, what on earth is an action storybook with static images? You guys are working hard to avoid being banned from the barrage.]
[Hey, after all, the reviews have become stricter over the years. Even God Xin and the boss couldn’t escape the black screen. We have to tread carefully.]
[How many times did you experience a black screen before coming to this realization?]
[Not ten times, maybe around eighty times, sigh.]
[“Painful Realization.”]
