Chapter 4: Virus C

However, Li Xiaofen had clearly been infected with a similar virus, yet perhaps due to her exceptionally strong immune system, she managed to eliminate the virus entirely. This is a new situation, unprecedented.

Did I bite myself? Just kidding, can you bite your own neck? I'm not born in the Year of the Snake! Li Xiaofen's head is as big as a basin

Upon receiving the news, Director Ma went downstairs to greet them. He intended to warmly welcome the three into his office, but the woman, with a blank expression, said: "First, let's go see Li Xiaofen."

Li Xiaofen could discern that within Director Liang's cold gaze, there seemed to flicker a kind of yearning. It was evident that if a method to restrain the "C virus" could be found, it would undoubtedly be a significant gain

If it were not for Chen Taiyuan helping to restrain the C virus, then it would be meaningless to involve him; if it is, then Chen Taiyuan is even more of a lifesaver, and she cannot easily create such trouble for Chen Taiyuan

"What?" Director Ma immediately widened his eyes, feeling it was utterly ridiculous

Who compelled you to report the truth

Li Xiaofen nodded vigorously and raised her hand, saying: "I swear by the police badge!"

His gaze grew increasingly heavy, his ten fingers tightly clasped on the table, and he finally spoke with an uncertain tone: "Really?"

Director Liang is an expert specifically in handling such matters, which is why he is so impressive

However, the issue is not as simple as she imagines. Even though her response is thorough and deliberately avoids the existence of Chen Taiyuan, Director Liang is not someone to be easily underestimated

Director Liang then sped away with several police officers, heading straight for Chen Taiyuan's home. Along the way, they had already conducted discreet inquiries and investigations, learning that Chen Taiyuan had no teaching duties today and therefore did not go to Jinghua University

"So I really am locked up..." Following the leader into the interrogation room, Li Xiaofen found herself truly confined to that cold, ugly iron chair, feeling extremely wronged. She suddenly absurdly imagined: what if she really transformed into an immensely strong vampire, could she then overturn this iron chair?

What does it mean

Moreover, Li Xiaofen also felt that she should not involve Chen Taiyuan. Her instincts told her that getting involved in such matters was equivalent to inviting great trouble. Just like her current situation, isn't she locked up now

The woman's long hair is styled in a graceful and simple half-bun at the back of her head, showcasing the poised demeanor of a professional woman. Coupled with her serious disposition, exquisite sunglasses, mid-calf black leather boots, and the tall figure accentuated by a long gray trench coat, she exudes a powerful aura

The superior department must have a deeper understanding of matters, and may have even encountered bizarre cases such as vampires, which is why they are unfazed by such occurrences

Director Ma also knows that Li Xiaofen has no reason to deliberately poke two holes in her own carotid artery just to amuse everyone. Such a prank is unacceptable, as it could easily turn into a suicide.

Li Xiaofen glared in anger, but being locked in an iron chair left her unable to move: "What is suspicious? I just don't want innocent people to be targeted by you! As a law enforcement officer, being involved in such matters and locked up is unacceptable. If an ordinary person like Chen Taiyuan gets involved, you will only bully him more!"

Not necessarily

Li Xiaofen suddenly recalled that it was Chen Taiyuan who had treated her after she was bitten

Director Ma immediately nodded in understanding, his expression growing increasingly serious. In fact, he had only received a secret notification about the mysterious organization known as "Bureau 99" just before these individuals arrived. According to hints from his superiors, this secret organization possesses astonishing authority and is specifically tasked with handling certain "supernatural phenomena." Furthermore, the level of confidentiality is extremely high, and local departments rarely come into contact with it.

Director Ma stared at the two bite marks, stunned, and said: "It can't be that you did it yourself..."

The sound is actually very crisp and pleasant, but it is cold, nothing but cold.

So young, yet accompanied by two senior police officers of the rank of police inspector, instantly arousing great curiosity about her identity. It is worth noting that the head of the municipal bureau, Director Ma, holds the rank of third-level police inspector

Director Ma took a breath and thought to himself, judging by the voice, she couldn't be that old, so why did she speak with such authority? However, since this was an arrangement from the provincial department's leadership, he still cautiously nodded and said, "It should be true."

The magnitude of this aura was such that it almost made the damp air feel even colder

After speaking, she even reached out and gently patted Li Xiaofen's face twice, nearly driving Li Xiaofen to the brink of fury

... ...

Director Ma and Li Xiaofen and others were hearing about it for the first time and were very interested. Director Liang continued to explain that

The woman on the opposite side immediately said, "Alright, first restrain this Li Xiaofen in the interrogation room, and we will personally go there later."

... ...

Is it that my constitution is special, or has that fellow Chen Taiyuan tampered with something

However, Li Xiaofen was confused: Is her constitution really very special

"Ordinary people? Not necessarily." Director Liang scoffed, no longer engaging in idle chatter with Li Xiaofen. "Director Ma, please dispatch a few officers to accompany me to bring back this Chen Taiyuan."

However, Li Xiaofen simply cannot stand Director Liang's arrogance. What is there to show off about? We are all women; why should women make things difficult for other women? If it weren't for your doing, we wouldn't be locked in this cold interrogation chair right now

But the tone over there is indisputable: "Director Ma, if a so-called infected vampire goes mad in the Public Security Bureau building and bites to death or injures a large number of other police officers, can you bear the consequences?"

However, Director Liang clearly would not pay any attention. She bent down to stare into Li Xiaofen's eyes, and her smile seemed even colder than when she was not smiling: "Little sister, you are still a bit too naive."

Director Ma immediately felt a sense of relief: "Fortunately, Comrade Xiaofen, you are truly fortunate!"

The origin of this virus remains unclear. We suspect it may have originated from a leak of experimental samples from a certain laboratory, although it could also be the result of malicious research by certain illegal organizations. This is something you do not need to know for now. In any case, once infected with this virus, there are only two outcomes—either death or becoming a new vampire like the previous infected individuals. At least, this is the situation as we currently understand it.

Although this mysterious fellow Chen Taiyuan claims to have only used iodine for disinfection and applied some white medicine, who knows what he actually did and what drugs he used while I was unconscious? Moreover, the speed at which the wound scabbed and fell off is indeed rather fast; normally, the scab formed from a small knife cutting the finger should not fall off so quickly.

Director Liang clasped his hands behind his back and said: "What you refer to as 'vampires' are actually normal individuals infected with a new type of virus, which we in the industry call 'Virus C'"

"On the surface, everything seems normal," Director Liang said as he took out a syringe to draw a blood sample from Li Xiaofen. He returned to the vehicle and used a portable device to conduct some tests. Approximately twenty minutes later, he returned and told Li Xiaofen and Director Ma, among others: "Li Xiaofen's condition is quite fortunate, even remarkably so."

Remembering the time before dawn when I was still at Chen Taiyuan's house, Li Xiaofen had borrowed Chen Taiyuan's phone to call the leader of the special investigation team. Director Liang, through careful inquiry, was able to easily obtain Chen Taiyuan's phone number. In today's society, once a phone number is known, and with the power of the police at one's disposal, finding a person's basic information is incredibly simple.

Previously, there had been cases of such infections in the Western world, while in our country, it only emerged a year ago. We did not expect it to spread to our province so quickly

Upon arriving at the interrogation room, Li Xiaofen was also startled by the cold demeanor of Director Liang. Director Ma immediately signaled her not to be nervous, as the visitors were professionals from the superior department

Without saying a word, Director Liang opened Li Xiaofen's eyelids with both hands to take a look, and then instructed Li Xiaofen to open her mouth. Perhaps she wanted to see if Li Xiaofen had fangs like a vampire. Who knows, anyway, the examination methods were rather strange

However, Chen Taiyuan was indeed not at home, and it was not a deliberate attempt to avoid her. Shortly after sending off Li Xiaofen, he went out, as time was already very pressing

Regarding the guidance from the higher authorities, Director Ma had no choice but to comply. After hanging up the phone, he shook his head helplessly and said, "Xiao Fen, it seems that your vacation is truly ruined."

However, upon arriving at Chen Taiyuan's home, there was no response after knocking on the door for a long time

Although the situation seems somewhat absurd, both Director Ma and Li Xiaofen have come to understand an astonishing fact

Li Xiaofen! Director Liang's cold reprimand brought her back from her reverie. "What happened after you were bitten? Report in detail, and do not omit any details."

Director Ma seemed to finally believe it to some extent. After pondering for a moment, he dialed a landline number. Li Xiaofen took note of the area code and the first few digits of the number; it should be from the provincial department.

However, when this virus manifests, it induces a strong bloodlust in the patient; without consuming human blood, they become weak and disoriented, thus being regarded as a vampire

Thus, as evening approached, Director Liang received the information report. Looking at the materials in his hand, a rare look of satisfaction appeared on Director Liang's face: "Chen Taiyuan, Room 1001, East Unit, Building 9, Longze Garden, Workplace: Jinghua University... Very good. The more you conceal, the more it indicates that this person is highly suspicious"

In the face of such unimaginable cases, it is appropriate to report to the higher authorities

A senior police officer with the rank of second-level police supervisor hanging nearby immediately introduced: "Old Ma, this is Director Liang from the '99 Bureau' stationed in our province's public security system—please keep it confidential"

After being infected with this virus, the patient's physical potential will be greatly stimulated, with strength, speed, and various sensory sensitivities far exceeding those of ordinary individuals, and the rate of bodily aging will also be significantly delayed—put simply, lifespan is extended

However, if we set aside her personality and simply focus on her appearance, she can indeed be considered a beauty, and her figure is also quite impressive. However, under the pressure of her cold and powerful aura, most men find it difficult to concentrate their gaze and thoughts on her physique.

Upon hearing the superior's demands, Li Xiaofen widened her eyes and exclaimed, "Goodness, they really have to be on guard against me, this is too much to bear"

At noon that day, a police car from the provincial capital arrived in a hurry and stopped at the municipal bureau's courtyard. Three individuals got out of the car; two were dressed in police uniforms, while the one in the middle, who appeared to have the most authority, was a young woman of about twenty-seven or twenty-eight years old. She remained silent, her thin lips pressed tightly together.

However, what surprised Director Ma even more was that the higher authorities did not reprimand him for his nonsense; instead, they immediately connected another call. Soon, a young woman's voice came through on the other end. The voice seemed somewhat cold and rigid, articulating each word clearly: "Is it confirmed to be true?"

Alas, all of this is simply absurd

The so-called "supernatural phenomena," such as the vampire encountered by Li Xiaofen, cannot be explained by scientific knowledge, yet they undeniably exist

"Hello, what do you mean by this!" Li Xiaofen became more anxious, struggling in the iron chair, "What do you mean by 'bring back'? They are not a suspect, okay! No matter what identity Chen Taiyuan has, they acted heroically to save the injured police officer, and you treat them like this? Bastards, let me go..."

"Pick the lock." Director Liang ordered, taking a cigarette and waiting aside. Breaking into someone's door at a whim, such a style is rather domineering. Perhaps she has become accustomed to dealing with supernatural events; not kicking the door down is already showing some consideration.