MTLNOVEL Chapter 763: Safe Return (2)
"Block the other zombies!"
Then, everyone on the plank was somewhat shocked to see that some flying zombies suddenly turned against them, not attacking them but going after other flying zombies instead.
Faced with such a number of flying zombies, just a few controlled flying zombies were obviously not enough; they were quickly torn apart by other zombies. But after these zombies died, Wang Tao controlled other flying zombies again.
Thus, the group watched as they were escorted by a bunch of zombies, getting farther and farther away from the Capital City District.
They didn't know how long it had been when they suddenly heard the roar of a plane engine.
By now, it was already morning. They looked up and discovered a huge plane appearing overhead!
Wang Tao hurriedly ordered the flying zombies he had under control to conduct a suicide attack, then swiftly dragged the survivors upward!
Upon approaching the military airport, Wang Tao had already contacted Luo Guozhong, asking him to take off quickly. Now they happened to meet in the air.
However, the military transport plane was flying at a relatively high altitude, while the flying zombies and Wang Tao flew at a lower altitude, temporarily avoiding collisions with the flying zombies. Yet flying zombies could fly high too, and if they didn't shake off these flying zombies, the plane could still be in danger.
So Wang Tao hurried to the tail of the plane; the plane's cabin door opened, and after Wang Tao threw all the survivors inside, he quickly flew out again.
Although this flight consumed a lot of physical strength, with no burdens around him, Wang Tao could finally exert his full power.
"Just when I was worried about not having enough Level 4 Crystal Cores, and here you are rushing to deliver them..."
Wang Tao grinned and charged directly into the flying zombie horde.
Some flying zombies were initially preparing to pursue the plane, but when they saw Wang Tao rushing towards them, they focused on Wang Tao instead. After all, they felt that devouring Wang Tao alone would bring them more benefits than consuming everyone on the plane!
And that suited Wang Tao just fine; he wasn't afraid of being besieged, just worried the zombies would chase the plane. Now, before his physical strength was exhausted, he intended to enjoy slaughtering these flying zombies!
Boom——
...
"Husband, you better be alright..."
Inside the plane, Qu Shilin arranged the other survivors and then anxiously looked out the window.
By now, the group of flying zombies was already far away from them; she couldn't see clearly but could vaguely make out bright flashes lighting up among the flying zombies. She knew that was Wang Tao's ability. She had seen it when Wang Tao broke through the encirclement with so many people just now.
But although the light was bright, it appeared so insignificant amidst such a large zombie herd. Even though she knew Wang Tao had been reborn and was very capable, she couldn't help but worry for him.
Although she and Wang Tao were not romantically involved at this point, she believed they would be in the future. Moreover, Wang Tao had saved so many of them, he was their lifesaver. Even if she had no relationship with Wang Tao, she would still wish for his safety.
"Hope our savior stays safe..."
Others also prayed for Wang Tao.
Seeing everyone so worried, Luo Guozhong immediately comforted them:
"No need to worry, everyone. Mr. Wang is very powerful; since he asked us to go first, it means he's confident in dealing with those zombies. We just need to follow Mr. Wang's instructions."
While speaking, Luo Guozhong reduced the flying speed.
Now that they had shaken off the flying zombies, there was no need to fly so fast, otherwise, Wang Tao wouldn't be able to catch up.
A dozen minutes later, the cabin door at the back of the plane suddenly opened a crack.
Whoosh——
A figure darted in from outside, almost stumbling over.
"Husband!"
Thud——
The cabin door quickly closed, and Qu Shilin hastily unfastened her seatbelt, then ran over to support Wang Tao.
"Are you, are you alright?"
Seeing tears welling up in Qu Shilin's eyes, Wang Tao first took a deep breath, then smiled and held her small hand, saying:
"I'm fine, just a bit tired. I'll be alright after a rest."
Wang Tao was indeed exhausted this time.
It wasn't entirely due to fighting the flying zombies but also because of collecting spoils of war. After all, these flying zombies were in the sky, and when killed, their bodies and spoils would fall. Wang Tao couldn't part with those Level 4 Crystal Cores, so he collected spoils while killing. This essentially doubled his physical exertion, but for the sake of those Level 4 Crystal Cores, it was worth it.
"Then rest well! Oh, have some water..."
Qu Shilin helped Wang Tao sit on a chair, brought water and food, feeding Wang Tao while massaging his back and legs...
Seeing Qu Shilin caring for him like a patient, Wang Tao was somewhat amused but didn't refuse, as it was out of her good will.
The others saw Qu Shilin like this and felt a bit nosy since they clearly heard Qu Shilin call Wang Tao her husband, and it seemed they were quite familiar. But they didn't ask much, instead looking at Qu Shilin with gratitude.
It was obvious Wang Tao came looking specifically for Qu Shilin, and rescuing them was incidental. If not for Qu Shilin, Wang Tao probably wouldn't have come, and they might have perished. So they owed their survival to Qu Shilin...
Wang Tao inquired about everyone's conditions, ensuring there were no issues before reviewing the operation.
Overall, he was quite satisfied with this mission; he found everyone he needed to find and saved He Jijun's family along with all the Hope Research Institute's survivors. It was indeed a mission accomplished.
Yet some things surprised Wang Tao, like those flying zombies. Wang Tao had anticipated encountering flying zombies, but not at such a zombie tide scale!
If he hadn't ascended to Level 4, he might have had no way to handle these flying zombies.
Although he had just killed many flying zombies, relative to such a large number, these dead zombies were not many.
If those flying zombies were only in the Capital City, it wouldn't be a problem since there were few living people left there, but if they roamed around like other zombie tides, it might be a hassle for other survivors.
"Still a bit weak..."
Wang Tao furrowed his brows.
But thinking of the numerous spoils he just gained, his brows relaxed again.
"Not a big problem! From another angle, these flying zombies are all crystal cores! If encountered again, it won't be as minor as today's effort..."
Wang Tao synthesized the crystal cores he had just obtained in the Space Backpack.
Level 4 Crystal Cores are different from Level 3 ones, for instance, the Blood Volume Crystal Core; first, second, and third-stage Blood Volume Crystal Cores add 10 HP max, while Level 4 Crystal Cores add 100 HP max. Clearly, the HP limit will increase significantly post-Level 4. However, how much exactly needs testing to find out. Other Basic Crystal Cores are the same, with increases much greater than Low Order Crystal Nuclei.
"Is this the Level 4 Crystal Core? So beautiful..."
Qu Shilin looked curiously at the crystal core in Wang Tao's hand, almost wanting to ask for a few to study if they weren't so precious. After all, she had only seen Level 2 Crystal Cores so far.
Wang Tao incorporated these Level 4 Crystal Cores into his body one by one, feeling significantly relieved from his exhaustion and clearly sensed a great enhancement in his abilities, with his HP reaching 6000, not yet hitting the limit.
"If I were to fight that group of flying zombies now with my current strength, the spoils would be at least half more!"
With his strength boosted, Wang Tao pondered whether to revisit, as encountering such a number of Level 4 zombies elsewhere wouldn't be easy...
However, after considering, Wang Tao decided to first safely escort everyone to the base. The Capital City could wait for a return visit since so many zombies were prime evolution materials!
Soon enough, the military base appeared before them.
"We've arrived."
Wang Tao smiled at everyone on the plane.
Looking at the military base below, many were moved to tears with joy; they were safe, truly safe! At last, they could get a good night's sleep!
The plane slowly landed at the airport, and Wei Zhenguo and others were already waiting below, as Wang Tao led a group of people out.
At that moment, Wang Tao glanced at the sky and then stretched out his hand.
"The corrosive acid rain seems to be stopping..."
If the corrosive acid rain ends, survivors won't have to worry about being harmed by it, but it also means this round of zombie evolution is complete.
He previously mentioned that Level 4 zombies were relatively few, but now they might start cropping up in large numbers!