Chapter 1

What is going on again? Zheng Bin opened the window and leaned out to look down

A middle-aged woman desperately swung a clothes drying pole towards the room. A middle-aged man, heedless of the pole, lunged fiercely and pinned the woman down, biting into her neck with his wide-open mouth. A stream of blood suddenly gushed from the bite, splattering the man's face. The woman struggled with all her might, but it was futile. The man chewed a few times, and in less than a minute, the woman's head fell off, her neck completely severed by the man's bite. The remaining trachea at the severed point, the white mixed with red of the cervical vertebrae, and the spurting blood all delivered an unparalleled shock to Zheng Bin, who stood across the street in the opposite building. The woman struggled desperately, but it was of no use; the man chewed a few times, and in less than a minute, the woman's head fell off, her neck completely severed by the man's bite. The remaining trachea at the severed point, the white mixed with red of the cervical vertebrae, and the spurting blood all delivered an unparalleled shock to Zheng Bin, who stood across the street in the opposite building.

A strange chewing sound clearly emanated from the phone, accompanied by occasional howls. It was as if some kind of beast was feeding on its prey

Zhao Bin immediately stopped exercising, reached for his phone, glanced at the caller ID, and pressed the answer button

There is only a patch of black, but in the haze, it seems possible to see a shadow swaying continuously

The harsh noise is particularly loud in the night

What should I do? Now the whole world has become an infection zone; is there anywhere safe? Fortunately, I only bought two bags of rice at home, which can last about two months based on my consumption. However, I still lack meat and vegetables. Without vitamins and meat, it will definitely be impossible to get by. He rushed to the medicine cabinet, checking all the antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, medical iodine, gauze, and so on. Then he closed the windows and curtains in each room. He checked all the antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, medical iodine, gauze, and so on again. Then he closed the windows and curtains in each room.

Hello, is this Zhao Bin? This is Zheng Yang. My father is ill today, and I am taking him to the hospital. Could you please ask for a leave of absence for me when you go to the company? How does that sound? I will treat you to a meal when I return

According to Xinhua News Agency, a large-scale outbreak of influenza has simultaneously occurred in fifteen countries, including the United Kingdom, the United States, Italy, and France. It is estimated that approximately tens of millions of people have been infected in this outbreak, which is significantly larger in scale than the SARS virus. Dr. Schkwell, a virologist from the World Health Organization, introduced that the transmissibility and adaptability of this influenza virus are unprecedented, with cross-species infections posing no difficulty. In response to this situation, countries around the world have implemented corresponding measures to ensure a complete and safe separation between infected and non-infected areas to guarantee public safety

The television needed to be turned on quickly, and the first image displayed was a flurry of snowflakes. Zheng Bin hurriedly switched through several channels and finally found one that still had a picture. However, the words "rebroadcast" were clearly marked in the upper right corner of the screen. It was likely a rebroadcast of yesterday's news.

Quickly putting on his clothes and fastening his belt, Zheng Bin tucked his phone into his pocket and prepared to rush towards the door

Whether it is the military, research institutions, government departments, medical institutions, etc., they have all become fragmented. It is clearly impossible for this to be caused solely by fluid transmission. Instead, it resembles airborne transmission more. Only airborne transmission could potentially cause such a wide-ranging impact.

Zheng Bin suddenly raised his head and happened to see a middle-aged woman on the balcony of the fifth floor across the street, frantically retreating. The loud bang just now was the sound of a flowerpot that the woman had accidentally knocked off the balcony, falling to the ground.

Bang! ... ... Ah! Don't come over! No! No!

Zhao Bin smiled. He had only graduated from university a year ago and had managed to get a job at a pharmaceutical company through a series of fortunate events. Having lost his parents at an early age, he worked hard to save for a year before finally purchasing a unit in a suburban community of the city. This unit, approximately 190 square meters, consumed all of his savings to date and a significant portion of his future salary for the next ten years. This was what he considered settling down. Zheng Yang was one of the graduates who had joined the company with him. With a pleasant personality and the ability to get along with anyone, he had a relatively good relationship with the more introverted Zhao Bin. It was common for them to help each other out by taking time off from work.

Sitting by the entrance, Zhao Bin, feeling both exhausted and fearful, could only sense a complete lack of strength in his body. The extreme tension and fear he had just experienced had drained too much of his energy. At this moment, with a slight sense of safety, drowsiness quietly crept in, and coupled with the fact that he had just finished exercising, he felt his eyelids growing heavier. Unconsciously, he leaned against the ground at the door and fell asleep.

A sudden howl erupted from the phone, startling Zhao Bin

Bang! The security door suddenly emitted a loud sound, as if something had collided with it

Zheng Bin's apartment is a standard three-bedroom, one-living room layout. Including the bathroom and kitchen, it totals five rooms and one living room. He quickly moved all the medicines and food into the larger bedroom.

It seems that the sound of his retreat startled the zombies outside the door

It took more than ten minutes of knocking and hammering to secure all the windows with aluminum panels, with four pieces nailed to each window in a crisscross pattern. Zhao Bin forcefully adjusted the board again, ensuring it was very secure, and checked once more to confirm that the security door was properly closed. Only then did he collapse onto the floor tiles, drenched in sweat

Ah!

Zhao Bin decisively disconnected his phone and immediately dialed 110

Knock knock. The heavy knocking sound on the security door startled Zhao Bin awake. When he opened his eyes again, the room was already shrouded in darkness, and no light could be seen outside the drawn curtains. Zhao Bin tensed up, pressing his ear against the security door.

Zheng Bin rushed to the window, pulled back a portion of the curtain, and looked outside. He could see splashes of bright red from various floors across the street. Occasionally, through the window, he could also see the bodies of the infected rising and falling, clearly tearing at something. Looking down, he noticed that there were almost no living people left in the community below. Bloodstains were everywhere, and groups of three to five infected were gathered around the corpses, feasting heartily, occasionally tossing out chunks of indistinguishable red entrails. Zheng Bin felt a tightening sensation in his heart, and his scalp tingled. Bloodstains were everywhere, and groups of three to five infected were gathered around the corpses, feasting heartily, occasionally tossing out chunks of indistinguishable red entrails. Zheng Bin felt a tightening sensation in his heart, and his scalp tingled.

In a state of confusion, I do not know how much time has passed

It is a zombie! He was startled and nervously retreated several steps. Breathing heavily.

Zhao Bin's expression was uncertain. He stood still, not daring to move.

Zheng Bin was taken aback. The sound came from outside the window. He immediately walked over and pulled back the curtains. He saw the originally sparse residents of the community running around in panic.

Countless individuals, resembling the bald old man, rushed out from various places, some biting those they caught, while others, unable to catch anyone, howled madly and continued to pursue others

The virus involved in this outbreak has been named the sg3 type virus. Its mode of transmission is through bodily fluids. Virus samples can survive in a vacuum environment at temperatures above 70 degrees for 24 hours, demonstrating a strong survival capability. The incubation period for infected individuals is 24 hours, with initial symptoms resembling those of a common cold, and mid-stage symptoms being...

Zheng Bin quickly took out a pen to jot down the important parts. He then immediately ran back to his bedroom and opened the website. Major portal sites prominently displayed phrases like "Biochemical Attack" in large blood-red fonts. Most of the content on the website consisted of reports of virus-infected individuals attacking in various locations.

Zhao Bin was suddenly filled with anger. Is this really available 24 hours a day, anywhere? It proves useless at critical moments. He abruptly put down his phone and rushed to the landline next to the computer, quickly dialing 110, but what followed was still the sound of a computer indicating that the call could not be connected

Zheng Bin stood in a daze for a while, until the man opposite him raised his head and shouted at him after finishing his meal, at which point he suddenly came to his senses

He clearly saw that in the small shop downstairs across the street, the originally thin and balding old man seemed to have been equipped with an engine, his eyes red and mouth wide open as he lunged towards the fleeing crowd, his speed astonishing.

A heavy panting sound faintly reached Zhao Bin's ears through the closed door

Alright, I will ... ... tomorrow ! ! !

The bedroom is not large; it already feels somewhat cramped with a bed, a computer, and a bookshelf. The curtains are drawn tightly, allowing only a few beams of light to seep through the gaps. The bedroom door is firmly closed.

Zheng Yang! Are you still there? Do you need me to call the police?

Calm down! Stay calm; fear and anxiety are of no use. What is most important now is to figure out what exactly has happened. Zheng Bin took a few deep breaths, closed his eyes to rest for a moment, and waited until his chest was no longer so agitated. Then he suddenly sprang up from the ground, rushed to the computer, and turned it on. He then dashed to the living room and switched on the television.

The sounds of wailing, cries for help, and the calls of distress were mixed together. The originally quiet community was suddenly filled with noise

Suddenly, a scream erupted from the phone, the sound so loud that it made Zhao Bin's ears ring. His heart skipped a beat. He hurriedly asked, "Zheng Yang! What happened? Are you okay?"

A harsh scraping sound echoed outside the security door, accompanied by a faint odor of decaying flesh

Minshan City, Province XL, Huaxia Country

Ah! No! Dad! Don't bite me! ... Ah ... '' Zheng Yang's terrified screams echoed continuously on the phone, the voice growing fainter. It seemed he was moving further away from the phone.

In the distance, the faint sound of police sirens can be heard, occasionally accompanied by a few gunshots, but they only echo a few times before falling silent

On May 4, 2012, at 2:00 PM, the weather was clear with a light breeze

Bang! Crash! The window curtains were suddenly drawn shut. Zheng Bin, pale-faced, leaned against the wall and slowly sat down on the floor. His chest heaved violently. His eyes were filled with astonishment, tinged with a hint of fear

What is this? Resident Evil? He has also seen this movie, which is a classic, and everything happening now feels exactly like the prelude to that film

The sound of friction was incessant, seemingly the result of nails scraping against steel. Zhao Bin could almost envision the scene of a zombie with blood-red eyes, roaring and clawing at the iron door with its hands.

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Zheng Bin opened a photo of a report

In the bedroom, Zhao Bin lay on a large bed cushioned with a layer of black foam boards, his upper body bare, revealing well-defined and powerful muscle lines. He was continuously performing sit-ups, and with each vigorous movement, his abdomen clearly displayed six-pack abs. Sweat continuously slid from his skin onto the foam board.

Zhao Bin stood up, quietly rubbing his legs. After sitting for a long time on the chilly floor, his legs needed some movement to promote blood circulation, to prevent them from becoming weak. He looked outside through the peephole

Another scream of anguish

one minute, two minutes

In a residential and library community located in the suburbs, it is the left unit on the sixth floor of the fourth building from the entrance gate.

A man, his entire body swollen and pale, raises his hands in a forward lunging gesture. His blood-red eyes and wide-open mouth are filled with sharp teeth. His hair has nearly completely fallen out. His features are distorted by intense desire.

The sound of "dong... dong... dongdong..." resembled something striking the wall. Zhao Bin estimated the distance in his mind; it should be from the living room of the neighbor next door. The unit he purchased has a uniform layout, with only a wall separating the two living rooms, so any significant noise from the neighbor's living room can also be heard here

Help... Help... Zheng Yang seems to be calling for help, but suddenly the voice lowers and completely disappears

Creak!

The icy smooth white floor is already covered with dust that has been beaten out. A faint smell of blood lingers in the air. Even with the windows sealed, the external scent of blood gradually seeps in

He hurriedly found the leftover aluminum sheets from the storage room, took out a hammer and nails, and began to nail them up at the bedroom window

No problem, I will head to the company right away. Remember to bring the admission certificate tomorrow.

Zhao Bin swallowed hard, and on the phone, Zheng Yang's voice was continuously wailing, as if he had encountered something extremely terrifying

Zheng Bin has roughly understood that the current scope of infection is actually global. There is not a single place that has been spared. News reports of infected individuals attacking humans are everywhere. In fact, there is a video where a reporter was interviewing someone when suddenly an infected person pounced on them from behind

Zhao Bin's skin is somewhat pale, clearly not accustomed to frequent exposure to sunlight. His facial features are relatively well-defined, and he sports a short crew cut. However, his eyes appear particularly bright and expressive. On the bedside table, there is a black-covered mobile phone, which suddenly starts to beep loudly, accompanied by intense vibrations.

"Human life is at stake; this is not acceptable. We must go to the nearby police station." Although Zheng Yang did not have a good relationship with him, it was still a matter of life. Even with Zhao Bin's gloomy and introverted nature, he could not just stand by and watch a familiar colleague die like this