Chapter 3: Insights from Near-Death Experiences

Soon, Chu Xun and Nangong Yan left this place, leaving behind only a corpse on the ground and a trail of blood that extended far away

Fortunately, that was just a nightmare

Do not underestimate this most basic type of zombie. After losing their self-protection mechanisms, zombies can fully unleash the power within them. This means that the strength of a zombie transformed from a young person will be at least twice as powerful as it was in life. Faced with an enemy possessing terrifying strength, which can only be killed by destroying its head, it is indeed difficult for Chu Xun, who is in a severely injured state, to cope.

"Well, alright." Watching the graceful figure of Nangong Yan as she departed, Chu Xun suddenly felt a sense of speechlessness. This woman is indeed beautiful, but she is just too indifferent, like a block of ice, making it difficult for others to approach her

Whoosh

However, after this battle, he became more acutely aware of the low value of human life in this world. He killed a person, yet he bore no responsibility for it, and the reason was simple: he was a nobleman, while Qing Yi was merely a household servant

The zombie limped its way to Chu Xun, then let out a roar and lunged at him, clearly unable to contain its eagerness for a hearty meal

... ...

"How long have I been unconscious?" Chu Xun was first taken aback, then furrowed his brows. According to common sense, with such severe injuries, it would be absolutely impossible to recover in less than one or two months. Could it be that he has been lying here for one or two months?

Upon closer inspection, Chu Xun realized that the object piercing through the zombie's skull and deeply embedded in the ground was, in fact, a sharp scalpel

This transformation requires a certain process, and the duration of the change varies depending on each individual's constitution and the viral load within their body. However, statistics indicate that the time from death to corpse transformation generally ranges from 30 seconds to 120 minutes. Clearly, those who have previously enhanced their bodies with crystal cores, resulting in viral enhancement but lacking sufficient supernatural ability to restrain the virus, belong to the group that transforms quickly. In less than a minute, he completed the transformation, becoming a bloodthirsty ordinary zombie. It is evident that those who have previously enhanced their bodies with crystal cores, resulting in viral enhancement but lacking sufficient supernatural ability to restrain the virus, belong to the group that transforms quickly. In less than a minute, he completed the transformation, becoming a bloodthirsty ordinary zombie

However, while the virus grants immense power to individuals, it also plants a terrifying seed within each person's body. Once a person dies, the viral genes within them will lose control and erupt completely, transforming the deceased into zombies

"You woke up faster than I imagined..." Nangong Yan's expression remained indifferent as she glanced at Chu Xun and said lightly, "I really didn't expect that you actually awakened your abilities; it seems I underestimated you before."

He just had a nightmare, dreaming that he was knocked to the ground by Qing Yi, who then began to devour him bite by bite. He tried to struggle, but it was of no use, and in the end, he could only watch helplessly as he turned into a bloody and mangled corpse

At the same time, a silver light suddenly shot forth, narrowly grazing Chu Xun's face, and then instantly pierced through the zombie's skull, embedding itself into the hard bluestone ground.

Hungry... the delicacies are in front yet cannot be tasted, the zombie lets out a roar of anger and begins to struggle wildly. However, at this moment, Chu Xun has already exerted all his strength, even though the excruciating pain has made his consciousness somewhat hazy, he still does not let go. The only thought in his mind is to subdue this zombie, preventing it from biting him.

Just as Chu Xun was puzzled about his injuries, the sound of high heels striking the ground suddenly echoed, and then Nangong Yan opened the door and walked in

"That's good..." Upon hearing Nangong Yan's words, Chu Xun immediately breathed a sigh of relief. However, he quickly recalled a question, and his expression changed slightly as he asked, "By the way, Doctor Nangong, about Qing Yi's matter..."

"Just a servant, dead is dead. I have already instructed the city defense team to handle his body." Nangong Yan's expression showed no change, as if she were discussing not a person, but a dog or an ant. She glanced at Chu Xun, then turned and walked towards the door, saying, "Since you are fine now, you may leave. Do not waste medical resources."

Only after experiencing loss can one truly appreciate the preciousness of life, not to mention that Chu Xun nearly faced death twice. Reflecting on this, he silently vowed to treat his enemies with the coldness of winter and the swiftness of autumn winds sweeping away fallen leaves, leaving no opportunity for his foes to turn the tide.

It seems that Doctor Nangong saved me..." Chu Xun took a deep breath and began to examine his wounds. However, to his surprise, the injury on his abdomen had already healed significantly, leaving only a small scar, and he no longer felt pain in his right arm, which had evidently also healed.

Nangong Yan remains as beautiful and captivating as ever, with her alluring figure, fair and delicate long legs, and her towering bosom, all of which, when paired with that white lab coat, indeed exude endless temptation. However, her indifferent expression and the gaze she casts upon lifeless objects are like ice water, capable of extinguishing anyone's passion, making it difficult for others to approach her

After the great catastrophe, the life forms on Earth underwent tremendous changes. Harnessing the power of viral genes, humanity entered the era of extraordinary abilities, thereby acquiring a variety of powerful supernatural powers and gradually reestablishing a foothold in this terrifying world. Since then, extraordinary abilities have constituted one of the two pillars upon which humanity relies for survival, alongside technological power

Fortunately, Chu Xun's choice was correct and also fortunate. Qing Yi had suffered a heavy blow from Chu Xun before his death. That powerful punch not only directly caused Qing Yi to suffer intracranial hemorrhage, leading to his demise, but also damaged his cervical vertebrae due to the excessive force. At this moment, coupled with Chu Xun's desperate struggle, Qing Yi's already compromised vertebrae finally could not bear the burden, and with a crisp sound of bones breaking, it snapped into two pieces.

Upon thinking of this, Chu Xun gently shook his head and then continued walking towards the location of his "home"

This is truly a colossal joke; if given another chance, he would certainly not be so careless...

According to the memories in his mind, there is still something very important he needs to retrieve from there

Damn it! Watching the limping zombie approach step by step, Chu Xun's expression turned extremely grim. He tried to muster his strength to fight back or escape, but the severe injury to his abdomen and the continuous flow of blood left him incredibly weak, rendering him incapable of mounting any resistance

Although low-level zombies have only one vital point in their heads, once their vertebrae are fractured, they will no longer be able to control their bodies. Therefore, at this moment, the zombie transformed by Qingyi is still roaring incessantly, but its body has ceased to struggle. Only its mouth, which has lost numerous teeth and is a bloody mess, continues to open and close, attempting to bite a piece of fresh meat from Chu Xun.

Sensing the faint smell of blood in the air, Chu Xun's mind once again conjured the images of the previous battle. Subsequently, he felt a twinge of fear and relief in his heart. Had it not been for Nangong Yan's timely arrival, he would likely have become food for the zombies.

Not long after, just 1 hour and 32 minutes. Nangong Yan glanced at the time and said: It seems that your ability should be related to your physical condition; your self-healing ability is quite good. Otherwise, even with my ability, you would not be able to recover so quickly.

Upon this thought, a hint of a playful smile appeared on Nangong Yan's delicate face. She then pursed her red lips, grasped Chu Xun's foot with one hand, and proceeded to drag Chu Xun towards her medical facility as if dragging a corpse.

Ah! Accompanied by a sharp scream, Chu Xun suddenly sat up from the bed, drenched in cold sweat

"Doctor Nangong, how long have I been unconscious?" At this moment, Chu Xun felt a bit anxious; what if he had been unconscious for too long and missed the student assessment? Wouldn't that mean he was doomed?

After all, those who can survive in this harsh world are not simple individuals. In the face of these people, any pretentious behavior could very well turn oneself into a true fool

"Even if I die, I will not become your food!" Facing the zombie that lunged directly at him, Chu Xun had already lost the strength to evade and could only allow the zombie to knock him to the ground, crashing heavily onto the floor. However, he did not give up; instead, he let out a furious roar, summoning the last bit of strength within him, and violently rolled over, pinning the zombie beneath him. Then, with all his might, he used his painfully injured right arm to choke the zombie's neck and desperately pulled it back with all his strength. But he did not give up; instead, he let out a furious roar, summoning the last bit of strength within him, and violently rolled over, pinning the zombie beneath him. Then, with all his might, he used his painfully injured right arm to choke the zombie's neck and desperately pulled it back with all his strength.

"Am I really going to die here?" Feeling a wave of dizziness wash over him, Chu Xun couldn't help but display a bitter smile on his face. He never expected that the second chapter of his life, which he had just begun anew, would come to an end so soon

"Oh, it's this guy again?" Shortly after, Chu Xun heard a slightly surprised voice coming from behind him. He turned his head to take a look, but a wave of fatigue surged over him, causing him to fall into a state of unconsciousness.

Based on the bloodstains and signs of battle on the ground, it seems that this kid killed that big guy, and then was severely injured by him, with wounds to the abdomen..." Nangong Yan crouched down to examine the injuries of the zombie and Chu Xun, then muttered to herself: "But wasn't this guy supposed to be unawakened? How could he kill someone whose physique is so much stronger than his, and who is clearly a fighter? Moreover, judging by that guy's injuries, it seems he was killed with a single punch? Interesting..."

Here is ... ... "Chu Xun wiped the cold sweat from his forehead and then looked around. He suddenly realized that he had returned to the medical facility. Recalling the voice he had heard before losing consciousness, Chu Xun finally let out a slight sigh of relief

This is a woman who embodies contradictions to the utmost degree

After leaving the medical facility, Chu Xun quickly arrived at the location where he had fought with Qing Yi. It was evident that the area had been cleaned up; not only had Qing Yi's body been removed, but even the blood on the ground had been thoroughly cleaned. If it were not for the faint smell of blood lingering in the air, one would hardly be able to tell that a fierce battle had just taken place here.