Inside the dark and deep underground train station.
Only the lights in front of the platform were unusually bright.
A half-new subway train was parked quietly on the track, its huge body emitting a cold metallic luster.
Inside the train, several uniformed staff members were busy making final preparations before departure.
These workers are skilled and focused as they carefully check every component and equipment to ensure that the train can start and run safely and smoothly.
There were also many guards with rifles on their backs and boxes filled with mysterious items in their arms, constantly shuttling back and forth in the carriage at the rear of the train.
On the spacious platform, hundreds of scientific researchers stood in groups of two or three, or in groups of four or five, whispering to each other.
There was a worried look on everyone's face, which was completely different from the calm and composed look they usually had when they were doing experiments on others.
At this moment, they were all feeling uneasy and anxious.
Because no one can predict what kind of unknown dangers and challenges they will face on this trip, and whether they will have the opportunity to live the stable and peaceful life they have now.
No one has the courage to easily try and experience the outside world that has long been unfamiliar.
Some of them only care about whether they can live a better life, and the fate of others does not seem to be that important.
Just as everyone was immersed in their own complicated thoughts, suddenly, a dull sound of a door opening was heard - "Bang!"
The heavy iron door leading to the laboratory was pushed open violently.
Immediately afterwards, Zhang Jingyuan led a group of people out and appeared in front of the platform.
In an instant, the originally noisy platform became silent, and everyone's eyes were cast in this direction at the same time.
After seeing Zhang Jingyuan, some people felt as if they had found their backbone, and their faces immediately broke into happy smiles, while others were still anxious, and now confused and at a loss.
After all, Professor Zhang's presence here at this moment means that they are about to say goodbye to this familiar place and embark on a journey with an uncertain future...
Following Zhang Jingyuan and others, about several minutes passed.
Along the way, they passed through many small and exquisite laboratory rooms with tightly closed doors, hiding countless unknown secrets and experimental results.
The group walked up dozens of steps before finally arriving at the train station, which was two floors higher than the original location.
Chen Bufan looked around and saw a long train parked in front of him. Except for the rear part which was being loaded with various items, the rest of the carriages were empty.
At this time, the group of people who were supposed to board the train were just standing outside in groups, whispering to each other, with no intention of getting on the train.
Seeing this scene, Chen Bufan thought to himself that it seemed that all the relevant personnel should have gathered here. Chen Bufan felt very satisfied with this result, and a satisfied smile naturally appeared on his face.
Zhang Jingyuan's face suddenly darkened, and he asked angrily, "Why haven't you all gotten on the bus yet? Didn't I clearly tell you to get ready to go?"
As he spoke, he frowned tightly and his tone was unusually harsh. It was obvious that he was extremely dissatisfied with everyone's procrastination at the moment.
Because in his opinion, these people were just wasting their precious time by standing here so languidly!
Hearing Zhang Jingyuan's rebuke, a man who looked like a small steward quickly walked out from the crowd.
He walked quickly to Zhang Jingyuan, bowed slightly, and then explained: "Professor, calm down! The car is indeed ready and can set off at any time. It's just... these people are somewhat reluctant to leave the place they are familiar with. After all, it's so dangerous outside!"
"Humph, they injected mutant animal genes into living people. Why didn't they seem reluctant when they cut into their bodies? Why didn't they seem afraid of danger when they turned living people into zombies? This is their own fault! Let them get in the car! Don't waste time."
"Haha... Professor is right. I'll let them get in the car right away."
The young steward blushed and could not hide his embarrassment. He could only smile awkwardly.
Then he quickly turned around and trotted towards the crowd.
"Everyone, hurry up! Professor Zhang asked us to get in the car! We are about to set off!" the steward shouted at the top of his voice.
Following this shout, the crowd, which had been somewhat scattered, finally began to move. Some people who were hoping for a lucky break sighed in disappointment, and lined up to board the vehicles one by one.
Seeing that the crowd had started to board the bus in an orderly manner, Zhang Jingyuan looked around to confirm whether there was anything unusual. If not, he would go to his own special carriage.
But just as he turned his head, he unexpectedly found that Chen Bufan was smiling particularly brightly.
Zhang Jingyuan's mood right now is terrible. Of course he is not happy to see others happy.
Humph, I'm so depressed now, but you, a guy who is about to be used as an experimental material, can be so happy. I really don't know where your optimism comes from.
Just wait and see if you can still laugh later!
Thinking of this, he couldn't help but walk straight towards Chen Bufan and asked in a gentle tone, "What are you laughing at?"
Hearing Zhang Jingyuan's question, Chen Bufan's smile did not diminish at all. Instead, he met his gaze and said frankly, "I am laughing at you for being too slow, Professor Zhang Jingyuan."
As soon as these words were spoken, it was like a stone that caused a thousand ripples, instantly attracting the attention of everyone around.
Everyone's eyes were focused on Chen Bufan, and the atmosphere suddenly became tense.
There was a burst of "swish" sounds, and the guards in charge of security immediately raised their guns and pointed the black muzzles at Chen Bufan.
However, among this group of guards, only Gao Qiang did not take such action, but quietly looked at Chen Bufan's back.
Along the way, he felt that Chen Bufan was more and more familiar, but he had changed so much that he was not sure whether he was the same person as before.
Zhang Jingyuan stared at Chen Bufan, his eyes as sharp as a knife, as if he wanted to see through his true thoughts deep in his heart through his appearance.
"You know me... Are you one of those people inside?"
"Those people inside are my people."