The memories of all humanity are awakening, except for mine.

Chapter 178 A Bloody Road! The Ultimate Aesthetics of Violence!
After hanging up the phone, Jiang Chuan looked at his phone with some surprise.

Jiang Chuan immediately had a new idea regarding this off-site information.

"Since we can't tell anyone else, does that mean that NPC named Zhou Ying is extremely important?"

"So, besides the ability to attract zombies, what other characteristics does she have?"

Jiang Chuan could only judge Zhou Ying's special characteristics based on the features shown in the second half of the first level.

Although he tried to guess what the shelter leader named Fan Lisheng needed Zhou Ying for, there were too few clues and too few possible scenarios.

However, the situation is different now.

The planning team called specifically to ask me to keep Zhou Ying's special status a secret, which means I can make a big deal out of her, right?
The news brought a smile to Jiang Chuan's face.

If Feng Xiaobo had seen Jiang Chuan's smile at this moment, he would have definitely shuddered and then used this opportunity to check the second level again for any other problems he might have missed...

……

The next day.

When Jiang Chuan and his group arrived at the classroom, they found that their classmates, who usually arrived just in time, were here very early today.

Many people have even donned helmets and entered virtual reality, embarking on a tense and exciting journey of overcoming challenges.

After gathering intelligence yesterday, they felt that the zombie formations scattered throughout the streets and alleys were not so difficult to break through.

But of course, the reason for my enthusiasm for the third phase of training is that this virtual reality is indeed very novel and interesting...

Lin Ci said, "Let's get started quickly."

Song Xi nodded seriously: "We need to start as soon as possible."

Jiang Chuan looked at Song Xi with some surprise. As far as he knew, Song Xi was completely uninterested in the third stage of training.

She found the third phase of training too boring; she couldn't use her own strength, and dealing with these zombies was quite painful.

It took her four hours to finally get out of the building yesterday.

Not only was Jiang Chuan surprised, but Tang Songming also looked at Song Xi in surprise: "I didn't know Miss Song had such an interest?"

Song Xi raised her eyebrows: "Interest?"

"Not interested in."

Ai Zhe asked in confusion, "Then why are you in such a hurry to start?"

Song Xi said, "They would go to lunch early and snatch all the food."

Everyone was stunned.

Li Yi shook her head, rubbing her forehead.

Jiang Chuan laughed and, without saying much, began today's training with the others.

He also hoped that the clues he obtained yesterday would help him break through the level today...

【Second Stage: The Bloody Road】

[Mission Objective: Although the containment facility currently has abundant supplies, they will eventually run out. To collect as many supplies as possible, every member of the containment facility must take on the responsibility of resource gathering. After joining the containment facility, you will also need to fulfill this responsibility. Today, you are going to an underground supermarket where there are suspected remnants of supplies... Good luck.]

After the mission introduction, Jiang Chuan entered the virtual reality environment.

As the surrounding scenery was loading, Jiang Chuan unsurprisingly saw the supplementary explanation text.

[You led your team to an outstanding completion of the mission, earning high praise from the internment camp leader, Fan Lisheng, and the recognition of the combat team.]

But winter is approaching, and to ensure sufficient supplies for the winter, they will still have to leave the shelter to find supplies.

This supplementary explanation is not very long; compared to the text that appeared in the second half of the first level yesterday, it seems more like a connection to the plot.

After all, a combat squad leader doesn't need to be tasked with collecting supplies.

However, since it was the planning team's design for the second stage, even if it was slightly unreasonable, it was still barely acceptable.

Once the surrounding scenery had finished loading, Jiang Chuan found himself on a bed in a prison cell.

He paused for a moment, then realized that he wasn't being held as a prisoner, but rather that this shelter was originally a prison, and the shelter members' living quarters were, of course, in these cells.

Jiang Chuan reflexively began searching his room.

Flip over the mattress, touch the sink, look at the windowsill...

He was somewhat disappointed, having found nothing of value.

But these were minor matters. He immediately pushed open the cell door, as he still had some things to do before officially starting the second mission.

……

After Jiangchuan went online, Feng Xiaobo, the head of the training program team, arrived at the big screen right on time.

Wang Xuejun from the technical team didn't come today. After all, the technical team is also very busy, and he can't keep up with the planning team's work all the time.

After Mr. Song's persuasion last night, Feng Xiaobo felt that he could calm down.

But seeing Jiang Chuan on the big screen, he still felt a bit depressed.

This kid's actions are always unconventional and unpredictable, which always causes all sorts of problems to arise in his planned third round of training...

He couldn't help but wonder what kind of tricks Jiang Chuan could pull off today.
"The second challenge is straightforward; it's simply about collecting resources..."

"However, collecting enough supplies is not easy; it requires a direct confrontation with zombies."

"Train their mental strength through physical exertion in virtual reality."

"Even if Jiang Chuan has a way to break through the numerical limits of virtual reality, it doesn't matter; the training effect will still be achieved..."

"..."

“From this level onwards, the difference between Jiang Chuan and the others is that he has no time limit, while all the other students who passed the first level all went through the normal plot-driven elimination.”

"However, if Jiang Chuan wants to win first place, he should pass on the option of completing the task by wasting time."

"That way, he won't be able to take any shortcuts, right?"

"..."

Where is he going?

"This isn't the route into the city, is it?"

"This is... he's going to find Fan Lisheng?!"

"Why are you going to find Fan Lisheng?!"

……

Jiang Chuan knocked on the door, and after receiving permission, he entered Fan Lisheng's office.

"Jiangchuan?"

Fan Lisheng asked with a smile, "What can I do for you?"

His smile was very kind, and just looking at him made people feel like they were basking in a spring breeze.

Although Jiang Chuan already knew about Fan Lisheng, the head of the shelter, from the plot summary, this was the first time he had actually seen the head of the shelter and the first time he had a direct conversation with him.

Jiang Chuan spoke up, "Mr. Fan, I'd like to know about the woman we rescued yesterday."

Fan Lisheng's smile froze slightly, and the smile on his lips slowly faded.

When he spoke again, his expression had become serious:
"Jiang Chuan, you are a smart man."

"You should also know... what you can ask and what you can't ask."

Jiang Chuan seemed to have anticipated Fan Lisheng's response, and he quickly replied:
“Mr. Fan, I only asked this question after careful consideration.”

"Since you have appointed me as the captain of the combat squad, I think this is the least you can do to show your trust."

"The blood I obtained from her yesterday was also given to the shelter..."

"This is enough to prove that I have no other intentions."

"But since this woman's blood has such a significant effect on attracting zombies..."

"I'm wondering if there are any other effects?"

Fan Lisheng squinted at Jiang Chuan, but did not give an answer.

At this moment, watching this scene unfold, Feng Xiaobo suddenly became a little nervous.

According to the established character setting, Fan Lisheng is rather profit-driven and always holds back from those around him. In order to maintain the stability of the containment facility during the apocalypse, there are certain things he must do, even if they sound cruel. He will make a judgment without hesitation when he feels threatened. What he is worried about is, of course, the possibility that Fan Lisheng might kick Jiang Chuan out of the containment facility.

If this happens, Jiang Chuan might kill Fan Lisheng first.

Whichever of these two possibilities occurs, it is a situation that Feng Xiaobo does not want to see.

Because if that were the case, the subsequent plot would truly be unable to continue.

Previously, Feng Xiaobo had consistently tried his best to avoid doing anything that would interfere with Jiang Chuan's actions.

However, if the situation truly reaches a standstill, Feng Xiaobo will have no choice but to intervene in order to maintain the stability of the third phase of training.

However, just as the atmosphere between Jiang Chuan and Fan Lisheng began to stiffen, Fan Lisheng, the leader of the shelter, smiled, easing the awkward situation:
"Um……"

"you're right."

"I'm being a bit neurotic."

Although Fan Lisheng appears calm on the surface, he is actually under immense pressure.

After a slight pause, he began to explain to Jiang Chuan:
"Her blood can slow down zombification, although there is a time limit. However, by injecting serum on time, the final stage of zombification can be avoided."

“We’ve recently received quite a few new people here, and they’ve all been bitten by zombies to varying degrees.”

"It's all thanks to you for bringing Zhou Ying back, otherwise those people would have been beyond saving."

Jiang Chuan paused, pondered these words, then pointed to his own nose: "And what about me?"

"Could I have some serum too?"

Fan Lisheng said, "You deserve better."

As he spoke, he opened the drawer.

Jiang Chuan: "Take it slowly, don't break it."

Fan Lisheng paused for a moment, then nodded and gently took out two syringes from the drawer.

He placed the two syringes on the table and said, "This is a body-limit-activating drug developed by Dr. Zhou Ying."

"It allows you to act without regard to physical exertion for a short period of time, lasting about twenty minutes, with no side effects."

"There are only these two right now; the rest will have to wait until tomorrow."

"With your skills, this will be like adding wings to a tiger."

Jiang Chuan stepped forward, took the two syringes, and smiled slightly: "Thank you."

"I will cherish and use it."

Fan Lisheng smiled and said, "There's no need to cherish it too much; we'll have more in the future."

Jiang Chuan nodded and left the office.

He was eagerly preparing to carry out the mission.

……

Seeing that Jiang Chuan had received the two injections, Feng Xiaobo slapped his forehead.

"He's doing it again!"

"Take the items from level seven and use them in level two!"

Feng Xiaobo increasingly felt that the situation was out of control, but there was nothing he could do about it.

We can't possibly change the underlying logic, can we?

Moreover, Jiang Chuan had fought for all of these things himself.

According to Feng Xiaobo's original plan, Jiang Chuan would be removed from his captaincy upon returning to the camp at the end of the first stage (second stage).

On one hand, he led the operation, and all his team members were killed in action.

On the other hand, Jiang Chuan will be injured in the first stage (second part), and the shelter will not allow people who may be at risk of turning into zombies to serve as captains.

However, Jiang Chuan took a different path in the first level (second half). Due to this butterfly effect, he not only avoided conflict with Fan Lisheng, but also obtained the key items later on...

"Hey."

Feng Xiaobo sighed. He watched as Jiang Chuan, using his authority as a combat captain, went to the equipment storage area to collect equipment and fully arm himself, even more ridiculously so than when he was armed during the first stage (second stage) rescue plan last night. The NPC in charge of equipment approval looked at Jiang Chuan with a changed expression.

Then, carrying syringes, guns, ammunition, and a dagger, they embarked on their journey to the mission site.

The reason why the second level is named "The Crimson Road" is because this supermarket is like a top-tier dungeon in the early stages. For these students whose physical abilities are limited to those of ordinary people, it is an extremely difficult level to fight their way out of it.

We need to proceed cautiously and meticulously to obtain a sufficient quantity of supplies, but the return journey also requires a well-planned route to conserve energy...

Therefore, this second stage was supposed to be an extremely difficult and arduous battle.

But just as Feng Xiaobo thought...

Jiangchuan is indeed different from others...

He started mowing the lawn.

Without hesitation, he rushed into the supermarket, first lighting up the scene with a few magnesium rods, then pulling the trigger, the gun spitting fire.

The zombies were as fragile as paper in the face of bullets. Although they roared and charged at Jiang Chuan, they fell in droves...

Blood spurted out, and brains flew everywhere.

Smoke and blood mingled under the red glow of the magnesium rod, showcasing the raw, violent aesthetics of firearms in their entirety.

Bang bang bang! !
The roar of gunfire drew the attention of all the project team members.

They all looked up and turned around, staring at Jiang Chuan firing his gun on the big screen, their mouths agape in utter shock.

"Is this okay?"

As members of the planning team, they naturally knew what the second stage was originally supposed to be like.

But at this moment, seeing what Jiang Chuan was doing, and seeing their boss Feng Xiaobo covering his eyes and looking helpless, they were completely dumbfounded.

What kind of events could lead to such a scene?

Even the best action movies today can't match the thrill of this scene.

Jiang Chuan stood at the supermarket entrance, his back to the sunlight outside, casting a long shadow.

He faced the red light emanating from the magnesium rod, his face illuminated again and again by the flashes of the bullets.

Even without the flock of pigeons, the scene looks quite unique.

They watched as Jiang Chuan squandered all his bullets, then casually tossed aside his weapon, pulled out a syringe, and plunged it into his thigh.

Bah——!
With the sound of medication being injected, the scene abruptly changed!
Jiang Chuan snapped the syringe out of his hand, drew two daggers in a flash, and charged towards the zombies!
Two cold lights flashed rapidly amidst the red glow of the burning magnesium rod.

Zombie limbs, severed arms, eyeballs, and heads flew around in the red light!

Every strike was powerful and heavy, and every swing of the dagger gave people a real sense of power!
The skill and power were both brought to their peak, and the visuals were so stunning that it felt like heavy metal music was exploding in one's head!
It sends shivers down your spine, as if every inch of your body is ignited by this explosive power!

His figure moved like a ghost among the dark supermarket shelves, becoming a complete zombie harvester!
As everyone watched this scene, a vague realization dawned on them...

The ability to move for twenty minutes without regard to stamina seems to be a cheat code specifically designed for Jiang Chuan; it would be impossible for anyone else to achieve such an effect!
The shock of such a frenzied killing was completely different from the shock caused by the gunfire just now!
The hand-to-hand combat and bloody battles nowadays are even more exhilarating!
Every slash of the dagger into the flesh of the zombie was like a drumbeat, sending a shiver down your spine!
Before this, no one could have imagined that the virtual reality designed by the project team could be played like this!
A series of exclamations echoed in the office as Jiang Chuan sped forward.

Feng Xiaobo was also stunned. He was deeply moved as he watched Jiang Chuan's unrestrained movements on the screen.

Even the onlookers were so shocked, let alone Jiang Chuan himself who was there.

Having entered a state of flow, coupled with the "unlimited stamina" boost provided by this potion...

This feeling of being invincible captivated Jiang Chuan himself!
The exhilarating feeling of being able to unleash his power freely and thoroughly each time made him feel genuinely happy!

This is an ultimate feeling of pleasure that you can't even experience in real life!

This exhilaration was reflected in the daggers in his hands, making his movements even more fierce and explosive!
Furthermore, these zombies are fearless. Even though Jiang Chuan was already in a killing frenzy, they kept clamoring at him and charging forward, only to be harvested.

At that moment, Jiang Chuan hurled the dagger in his right hand. The dagger, flashing with a cold light, flew and pierced the head of a zombie. Immediately afterward, the dagger in his left hand plunged into the jaw of another zombie, drawing out a large amount of black blood as it was pulled out. Without stopping, he burst into speed, knocking down a zombie and stomping on it, breaking its spine! At the same time, he grabbed the hilt of the dagger he had just thrown, forcefully pulling it out of the zombie's head, and then turned to fight again!
What evolved zombies? What crawling zombies? They may be a bit bizarre, but in Jiang Chuan's frenzied slaughter, these things are treated equally!
Jiang Chuan killed for a full twenty minutes, and hundreds of zombies of all kinds fell dead at his hands.

At this moment, he stood atop the mountain of corpses, his back straight.

Jiang Chuan looked around, his eyes filled with...

There was even a feeling of wanting more.

(End of this chapter)