Chapter 27 Props

The squad leader made the first decision regarding compensation.

“My family would definitely not allow me to take unnecessary risks before I go to school.”

I’ll choose the first one. Anyway, this thing has no expiration date. If my body has problems someday, I can just get a free precision prosthetic body, which is pretty good.

“I’ll choose the first one too.”

Gao Yuxuan also pointed to the first one; his left arm was already a prosthetic, and a very ordinary one at that. If it were damaged or malfunctioned in the future, he could directly go to the Research Bureau to replace it with a higher-quality, more sophisticated prosthetic.

Currently, many employees in companies or government agencies are opting for cybernetic bodies. This technology is risk-free and can be effectively used to deal with various abnormal events.

Most importantly, Gao Yuxuan is well aware that he is not a ‘genius’ and cannot take extra risks at his current age.

When it was Anna’s turn to make a choice, she had absolutely no interest in prosthetics.

After all, her family is an absolute carnivore group with a tradition of valuing raw flesh, and in her view, flesh is not necessarily inferior to metal.

She didn’t really need the staff positions or cash offered by the Research Bureau.

That leaves only four options.

“Can I take your compatibility test first, and if it’s not a good fit, then I can choose other compensation options?”

“sure.”

Luo Di, the last one remaining, crossed his hands and pressed them against his chin. He knew very little about these kinds of props. But after the unexpected incident during his practice, he desperately needed something, something special enough, to ensure he could handle a similar situation on his own the next time.

“If I choose the fourth option, will I be able to select an item for 【exorcism】, or rather, will it be able to deal with anomalies that do not have a physical body?”

“some.”

“Then I’ll choose the fourth one.”

After Luo Di made his choice, Director Wang gently rubbed the tip of his nose with his fingers.

“I’m sorry, I didn’t make it clear to you beforehand that we only have one ‘beginner’ level prop here.”

Now that you’ve both made your choices, we’ll immediately begin the compatibility test here.

Whoever is more compatible will gain ownership of the item.

“good!”

Anna wasn’t particularly interested, but she was happy to have the opportunity to compete with Luo Di, and even started showing off her biceps.

After a short wait, a staff member came in carrying a fully sealed metal box.

The class monitor and Gao Yuxuan instinctively moved their seats back, and even Anna leaned back a little.

Director Wang explained, “Don’t worry, since the ‘props’ were able to be brought here, we naturally took precautions beforehand, so there is no radioactive impact whatsoever.”

The metal box is opened.

Inside, there was a transparent glass container with a special structure, and the so-called “props” were sealed inside the container.

When the prop was revealed, everyone present was stunned for a moment.

They were very familiar with this stuff; they could even faintly smell a familiar stench that brought their thoughts back to the hillside outside the city a few days ago.

A head was placed inside.

【Rotting】, 【Evil spirits】, 【Sutures】, 【Disease】

The zombie head, which was killed by everyone working together during the experiment, was later cut into four pieces by Luo Di, and has now been restored to its original state by the Research Bureau.

The glass container holding the head is not completely sealed; it has a funnel-like opening at the top, through which an internal pipe leads directly to the zombie’s mouth.

“You’re lucky. Although you damaged the skull, the most crucial part, the pituitary gland, is well preserved.”

Normally, the research institute would fully restore this zombie for continued use in future simulations. However, considering your excellent performance and the factors I mentioned earlier, we’ve decided to give you its ” pituitary gland.”

The squad leader proactively raised the question: “Do we have any information about the origin and year of this zombie?”

“certainly.”

Director Wang took out another document from inside his clothes, which even included a black and white headshot resembling an ID photo.

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Name: Li Xuantong

Age: 46

Background: He immigrated as a carpenter and was currently unemployed. He worked as a fortune teller in various areas of Jupiter City. At the age of 45, he was diagnosed with a late-stage brain tumor. In a state of extreme shock and despair, 【 mind corner 】 appeared.

Corner duration: 0.4 years ( Disguise phase)

Fear Manifestation (Alienation): Zombie

Capture and Utilization:

Any patient diagnosed with a terminal illness will be placed on a watch list, and daily monitoring of this group will be strengthened, with more frequent and accurate psychological testing.

This person was found to be abnormal during the thirteenth test and was killed while attempting to escape.

The body was transported back to Jupiter City. The Research Bureau, after being modified for simulation practice, has events with difficulty levels ranging from three to five stars.

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The class monitor quickly scanned the unusual file and gave her conclusion:

“A ‘ Pseudo-human ‘ that has existed for less than six months is considered a very basic anomaly. The strength of such a Pseudo-human is not much higher than that of an ordinary person. It was exposed after only four months of Disguise, so this guy is really not that great.”

The corresponding “beginner-level” tools are also more suitable for beginners, minimizing risks.

However, this person had a brain tumor when they developed the mind corner, which might have a synergistic effect? ​​Could this increase the risks?

Director Wang nodded. “You’re right. His disease has had some impact on the pituitary gland that caused the 【 mind corner 】, to the point that his ‘ Fear Manifestation ‘ is more complete than that of a typical Pseudo-human, but also more easily exposed.”

It is extremely rare for a creature to take on the form of a zombie in just four months, and it also possesses remarkable physical strength, making it impossible to kill with a regular 9mm bullet.

As for the danger, we have already tested it. Although the “brain pituitary gland ” also has certain cancerous characteristics, this characteristic is not contagious. On the contrary, it helps to form external props.

“You two, let’s begin the compatibility test.”

The sterilized scalpel was handed to Luo Di and Anna by staff.

“The testing method is simple: drip just one drop of blood from your fingertip into the mouth of the zombie head. The device will display the zombie head’s activity level; the higher the level, the better the match.”

“I’ll go first~”

Anna was the first to arrive. She decisively cut her finger and dripped the blood into the funnel at the top of the container.

As blood flows through the internal tubes into the zombie’s mouth,

The anticipated ‘resurrection’ did not occur; instead, less than an inch of flesh grew from the split corner of his mouth, and two more hairs appeared.

At the same time, a number appeared on the surface of the container.

【63.2】

The value is yellow, indicating that it is just barely passing and can be adapted.

“not bad.”

As Director Wang reset the container, Luo Di also cut his finger, and blood dripped down.

There was no reaction when blood flowed into the head, but the relevant values ​​were not displayed for a long time. Director Wang raised his hand to signal everyone to wait patiently.

About a minute later,

Click!

The zombie’s jaw suddenly loosened, and its entire head seemed to take a deep breath, as if it were about to come back to life.

However, since there was only one drop of blood, the signs of recovery quickly faded, and the relevant values ​​were finally displayed.

【91.2】

Green indicates excellence.

“Congratulations!” Anna breathed a sigh of relief when she saw that the score was higher than hers.

Director Wang pinched his nose. “Sure enough, throughout the entire process, you spent the most time and had the most contact with the zombies. You not only killed the zombies, but you were also infected by the Undead Poison. The 【 mind corner 】 in the zombie’s brain is also quietly observing you.”

A compatibility score of 90 or higher makes it easy to accept and utilize the item’s performance.

What should we do next?

Luo Di asked the question with a hint of eagerness, his eyes revealing a rare interest.

Director Wang gestured to the staff member beside him to take out something that had been prepared beforehand: a prop tightly wrapped in special fabric.

When the fight started,

This is the ” Machete ” that Luo Di used to kill zombies during his practical experience.

“The original soup will transform the original food… If you want other props to combine with this zombie pituitary gland, that’s fine too, but the combination efficiency won’t be as good as this knife.”

Also, the chainsaw you used before is severely damaged, and it will take a few days to repair it. It’s up to you to decide.

“If we choose this knife, we can begin now.”

“This one will do.”

Luo Di stared at the Machete, the same model used by a movie character, which had accompanied him through his practice sessions, and his mind was already imagining what the final combined blade would look like.