Zombie Apocalypse: Reborn With A Farming Space Chapter 892 892: Attacked From Both Sides ( 13 )

"First Elder, is this the safety measure you mentioned?" the Matkuna Captain uttered in a mechanical voice.

Communication was made possible by devices crafted by Matkuna researchers, enabling translation of their language into the Thirteen Colonies' tongue.

"Instead of blaming me right here, shouldn't we prioritize locating the individual who stole every single crystal?" the First Elder countered.

These bugs might seem clever owing to their sophisticated technology, yet they fell short of human intelligence. Regardless of their progress, they stayed nothing more than insects.

Their edge over humans stemmed from ages of evolution.

After encountering these creatures, he realized they sprang from a cockroach-maggot hybrid, accounting for their repulsive looks and fondness for shadowy, humid spots.

Considering his statement, the Matkuna Captain paused briefly before directing his troops to the surface to assess conditions.

A enormous breach had formed overhead in their camp, sending temperatures plunging sharply. Being cold-blooded, they wouldn't last in near-freezing cold, so blocking the gap became urgent.

The First Elder had brought along earth- and metal-type mutants, and he commanded them to close off the entrance.

Regarding the thief hunt, he refused to participate.

All crystals extracted from this site had been seized by the bugs. He had no intention of endangering his own forces to aid them. If investigation was needed, their soldiers could handle it.

The fierce blizzard swiftly claimed the lives of every Matkuna soldier dispatched. With severe losses mounting, the Matkuna Captain reported back to the Matkuna General.

Though desperate to apprehend the culprit, the Matkuna General instructed the troops to withdraw and hold off until the storm subsided for further probing.

Fifteen days after gathering all the Sthanam crystals, Jiao Lizhi at last stirred awake, her form encased in a dense coating of black slime.

Noticing her revival, Jin Xuyan beamed and remarked, "Congratulations on breaking through, Ah Zhi."

Differing from earlier advancements, Jiao Lizhi experienced no discomfort this round. The instant the rancid odor assaulted her senses, she scowled, clutched her fiancé's hand, and drew him into her space.

Once back within the Space, she hurried to her quarters for an extended cleanse.

Jin Xuyan laid out fresh attire for his fiancée prior to heading to the guest bath for his own wash. With the blizzard showing no signs of letting up, they chose to remain inside her space for training.

The storm persisted far longer than anticipated, exceeding a month. By the time it ceased, Jiao Lizhi and Jin Xuyan had already departed her Space.

This day ushered in the second year of the apocalypse.

In their former lives, countless perished from the scorching heat that followed hard on the blizzard's heels. Armed with memories from before, they had switched to summer garb.

Shortly after the skies cleared, heat began surging upward, with snow dissolving at an astonishing pace.

Within the cavern, Chen Wenwu sensed the shift and commented, "Odd, the blizzard ended moments ago, yet I'm already sweltering."

As he spoke, sweat beaded on him. Overheating, he shed his winter layers and requested summer outfits from Xiao Qi. The team likewise adapted to the sudden warmth by changing clothes.

Right after completing the switch, Jiao Lizhi and Jin Xuyan approached. Pei Yixie, Su Ruanyi, and Du Beiye seized the moment to swap attire in the adjacent small cave.

By their return, the ice sheath on the cliff had thawed completely, revealing the rush of the river below.

With everyone assembled, Jin Xuyan declared, "The blizzard has ended, presenting our prime chance to strike the base."

"Your Sister-in-law and I claimed the crystals and uncovered an underground base. Strangely, its structure drains our ability energy."

"Captain, if that underground base absorbs our energy, how do we demolish it?" Zhang Yuan inquired.

"I suggest alerting the Lin'an City Base and Green Lake Base to send reinforcements," Yuan Ruiyue offered.

Jin Xuyan paused thoughtfully before shaking his head. "Post-winter dangers remain uncertain, so we can't weaken their defenses. For now, we must rely solely on ourselves and those within."

Upon hearing those words, the team members quickly grasped their Captain's intention. Richard Tolstoy and his squad were still holed up inside. Launching an assault from two directions could make capturing the base far smoother.

"Captain, they lack any communication tools. How are we supposed to reach them?" Xiao Qi inquired.

Right as he posed the question, Jin Xuyan shifted his gaze to Jian Ziqin and asked, "Could you slip into the base and get in touch with them?"

Jian Huan itched to protest on her brother's behalf upon hearing it. Yet before a word escaped her lips, Jian Ziqin gave a nod and stated, "I can fuse with the shadows and infiltrate undetected."

Locking eyes with his assured stare, Jin Xuyan grinned broadly and clapped his shoulder. "Old Qin will lead the way for you. Rest easy."

"I'll pour everything into finishing this mission," Jian Ziqin declared with resolve.

This marked his very first assignment since integrating into the squad, fueling his ironclad commitment to succeed. The group hashed out the strategy for a solid ten minutes prior to gearing up.

Thirty minutes in, the team ascended the cliffside and crept toward the base's perimeter. With the others lying low on the outside, Jian Ziqin channeled his energy, morphing rapidly into a shadow.

Qin Luzi kept watch over the map's layout and steered him via the communicator supplied by Mo Junjie.