Apocalypse: I Build A Doomsday Train Chapter 1207 - 466: Harvest (Part 2)

A moment of silence.

"Only 11 days and it’s gone?"

"It’s such a pity, with so many weapons and the train fortress, plus the ample supplies, they only held out for 11 days." Lv Chang sighed deeply.

Qian Deli’s expression was cold as he spoke, "The most dangerous thing humanity faced on Apocalypse Day wasn’t the zombies but the dark invasion that turns people into zombies. Without defenses or isolation methods, no amount of powerful equipment is of any use. Otherwise, if it were just zombies, they wouldn’t be worth mentioning under the firepower of the interstellar army."

Shu Qin nodded, "That’s right, the dark invasion comes with the dark tide, leaving nowhere to hide. When we first fled, we didn’t even know which of our teammates might suddenly turn into a zombie and bite off your neck. Yet, that was the most desperate time."

"Despair is precisely the trigger for mutation," Luo Yang added.

"Then..." Lv Chang suddenly paused, patting the car’s roof, "With such a large train of munitions, if they can’t take it out, can we take it away?"

"Of course we can."

In the Sky Dome Train Main Bridge at the Orbit station, Lin Xian, who had been listening to the report all this while, said while repairing the train’s outer armor, "Directly connect to the Sky Dome train’s traction unit. We can take it all, including the Infinity. Abandoning all these treasures would be such a waste, wouldn’t it?"

Heavy tanks, military mechas, war vehicles, drones, and the train’s defense fortress—they were treasures among treasures for Lin Xian. To pick up such a Steel Fortress is the ultimate dream of any survivor. How could they not find a way to take it?

Lin Xian calculated in his mind that even if the track broke, he could use the Sky Dome Train to fly and maneuver. Plus, KIKI and Ryuji could help. If worse comes to worst, he also had the Black Star Forge. Living people can’t be stifled by urine, and it’s better to devour such equipment for upgrade materials than to lose it.

Screech!

At the Hawaii Military Base, the military giant train’s iron wheels were currently sparking with sharp screams, re-railing from a derailed state, and then slowly entered the Wah Island’s eastern Orbit station under Lin Xian’s control. Along the way, others were responsible for clearing the attracted zombies and Uncanny Humans. After dragging back this munition train, everyone also conveniently resolved the Dark Mark on them.

The sunset turned red like scorching iron. However, instead of continuing to inventory the supplies, they returned to the Sky Dome Train, awaiting the arrival of nightfall.

Unexpectedly, even to Lin Xian, their ’landing spot’ after crossing the super tropical storm was an abandoned zombie-infested island, but full of supplies, making them strike it rich.

In this trip, besides the grocery warehouse found by Monica and Qian Deli, the military train, Teacher Chen, KIKI, and Ning Jing also discovered usable items: a botanical garden harboring many rare plants, seeds that survived, emanating green within the greenhouse dome of the death island, along with a good amount of medical and household supplies.

Lin Xian handed these over to Viola and at least a thousand functional robots to move.

Currently, everyone was awaiting nightfall. The experiences along the way nurtured a cautious mindset. They had just been through Sea Rock Island, the Giant Ocean God, underwater whirlpools, volcanic eruptions, and a super tropical storm, leaving nerves virtually taut. No one knew what crises this seemingly harmless zombie-infested remnant island might pose after dark. So at this moment, each person donned their Power Armor quietly in the Main Bridge—some standing, some sitting, some looking out the porthole, some watching the radar—everyone wordlessly awaited nightfall.

Lin Xian checked the time, 18:42.

It should be about the estimated distance to the Star Abyss.

"A dual tide, shouldn’t be simple—could it be another night parade of ghosts like Sea Rock Island?" Chen Sixuan whispered in Lin Xian’s ear.

Lin Xian shook his head, "I don’t know, but I have a feeling it won’t be the same as Sea Rock Island. Here, the city streets and buildings remain intact, filled with zombies. It seems... relatively normal."

Buzz!

At this moment, celestial light flickered, and a halo quickly spread across the sky. Everyone simultaneously looked out the porthole.

"It’s coming." Ning Jing clenched her fist. Monica turned to the window from her swivel chair, arms crossed coldly.

KIKI leaned on the reclining chair, fingers tapping on the table, silently watching the radar screen.

Buzz!

At the same time, the second celestial light began to contract, while a dark giant wall engulfing the sky rapidly swept across the heavens.

Night fell!

Everyone’s nerves tightened.

The previously searing beach air abruptly chilled, a film of white fog coating the windows as unsettling howls echoed from the distant darkened streets. Aside from that, only the rustling, shuffling sound of zombies outside the Orbit station could be heard.

Minutes passed, ten minutes, twenty minutes...

As time crept forward, the atmosphere within the silent Main Bridge grew heavy. The occupants couldn't help but exchange uneasy glances.

"It... doesn't seem like anything's happening?" Qian Deli finally broke the silence.

"Our markers have been cleared. While there's a detected presence of Abnormal Bodies in the city, they don't appear to pose a threat," Ning Jing reported.

"Phew~"

KIKI stretched languidly, her voice soft. "Looks like there's nothing to fret about, which is great news. This lady can get some proper rest tonight, and a new place to stay, I'm genuinely thrilled~"

"Oh yes, the rooms have huge showers, massage chairs, refrigerators, and big beds," Sha Sha exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with excitement.

Lin Xian also let out a breath of relief. Monica glanced back at him, gave a small nod, and then turned to exit the bridge.

"Everyone, go get some rest," Lin Xian announced at this moment. A collective sigh of relaxation rippled through the group as they began to disembark, savoring the rare moment of comfort.

Chen Sixuan approached Lin Xian. "Should I stand guard?"

"No need." Lin Xian shook his head, placing a hand on Chen Sixuan's shoulder. "Teacher Chen, you go rest. Viola will be fully in charge of security. A train of this magnitude requires her attention, and I'll also stand guard for a while."

"Aren't you resting?" Chen Sixuan inquired.

"I had enough sleep yesterday," Lin Xian replied. "Tonight is secure, and with plenty of time, I'll first attend to the train and absorb some materials. For the routes, bridges, and drones ahead, we'll have significant material needs, so I need to prepare more."

The vehicles within the city and the derelict ships at the port were all potential materials for Lin Xian to absorb. There were even large wide-body passenger planes at Wah Island Airport that he hadn't encountered before.

His plan was to first consolidate the military train during this period, then proceed with absorbing materials gradually.currently, his Mechanical Heart still required over 10,000 Source Points for an upgrade, and Lin Xian was unwilling to let this rare opportunity slip by. Upon reaching Level 7, he would not only gain new Skills but also unlock the Research and Development Center, allowing him to decipher the 'Planet Titan' blueprint that had piqued his curiosity. How could he possibly endure such a wait?

Furthermore, he intended to study the Black Gear obtained from Chen Yanshu. With so many matters demanding his attention, Lin Xian had little inclination to sleep.

Chen Sixuan nodded, her gaze lingering on him. "Is that the end of the Starfire Plan?"

Lin Xian offered a slight smile. "It's not quite that simple, but the initial objectives have been met. If no unforeseen events occur, other branches of the Phoenix Society have likely made substantial headway, and the Descent Faction has fully mobilized. Therefore, the Phoenix Society is now focused on two key objectives: First, to decipher the communication details between the Descent Faction and the Dark Civilization. Second, to find a method to break through the Heavenly Veil. Surely, even the Descent Faction is aware of this."

Chen Sixuan took a deep breath. "You are a Sword Holder; they will undoubtedly concentrate their forces against you. Thus, I believe aligning with the main force of the Phoenix Society could be a wise strategy. If they are forced to make a move, we can shift from a defensive posture to an offensive one."

Lin Xian seemed slightly taken aback, then reached out to embrace Chen Sixuan, sighing. "I know you're concerned for me. In truth, this so-called Sword Holder title is merely a facade, akin to a candle lit in the darkness—a beacon attracting Abnormal Bodies through the Dark Mark. This Sword Holder status and the Starfire Plan are designed to provoke 'Abnormal Bodies' among humans. If the Dark Civilization can establish links and control through these humans, perhaps we can too."

Chen Sixuan's brow furrowed slightly. Lifting her head from Lin Xian's embrace, she looked at him. "Is this Professor Ye's strategy?"

Lin Xian nodded, his expression growing more solemn.

"However, during my recent communications with Chu Yan, I received some disquieting intelligence. The darkness appears to have undergone a peculiar transformation."

"What?"

"I don't fully grasp it yet."

Lin Xian shook his head gravely. "I've merely observed that the dark tide on land is beginning to..."

"Turn crimson."