Chapter 13: Mutation

Over the next few days, Lin Feng and Saeko engaged in a relentless massacre of zombies. They blew up several gas stations and even stumbled upon an abandoned military base. There, they scavenged a few discarded grenades, landmines, and timed bombs. Unfortunately, the firearms had already been removed, likely during the initial outbreak, leaving only a handful of explosives behind.

With the explosives they collected, Lin Feng managed to destroy eight or nine zombie hordes. Naturally, his level also skyrocketed. Of all the explosives, the timed bombs proved the most effective. Once set, they emitted noise that attracted the zombies, maximizing the number of kills. On the other hand, grenades were the least efficient. They required a pin to be pulled, and needed to strike a surface to activate, and had limited lethality.

After four full days of zombie-clearing, Lin Feng's level reached impressive heights:

Host: Lin Feng

Age: 17

Potential: Unknown

Weapon: Mecha Weapon – Zirhart

Level: Foundation Establishment, Second Layer

Experience: 700/110,000

Spiritual Sense: 220+

Cultivation Technique: Supreme Divine Art

Companion: Busujima Saeko

Points: 1,960

Inventory Space: 1,100 m²

During this time, Lin Feng accidentally blew up over a thousand zombies at a large gas station. This earned him a significant achievement: 1,000 points, 1,000 taels of gold, and one high-level lottery draw.

Looking at the high-level lottery, Lin Feng couldn't contain his excitement. Finally, he had the chance to get something good—though he had no idea what it would be.

Noticing a visibly exhausted Saeko Busujima, Lin Feng decided to designate the final day as a rest day. The two found a house, cleaned it up, and moved in.

Lin Feng prepared to cook, but Saeko insisted on making the meal herself. Reluctantly, Lin Feng agreed. Watching her busy in the kitchen, he found himself increasingly fond of this peaceful life.

They ate together, chatted late into the night, and eventually went upstairs to sleep.

Lin Feng couldn't help but reflect on Saeko's openness, a complete difference to the girls he was acquainted with. For him, life felt both blissful and frustrating. Blissful because he woke up each morning with a beautiful girl in his arms. Frustrating because while he could cuddle, kiss, and touch, she refused to go any further.

"Awake?" Lin Feng gently brushed Saeko's bangs aside as she opened her eyes and asked softly.

"Mhm…" Saeko wanted to say more but was interrupted by Lin Feng. "Saeko, let me ask you something, and you have to answer honestly."

"Oh? What do you want to ask?"

"What do you dream about at night?"

"What do you mean?" Saeko blinked in confusion.

"I mean, every morning you wake up with drool at the corner of your mouth. What are you dreaming about?" Lin Feng teased as he wiped the corner of her lips.

Blushing, Saeko buried her face in his chest.

"Alright, get up. We've got 15 hours left before we leave this world," Lin Feng said, patting her shoulder.

After getting up and freshening up, Lin Feng made breakfast while Saeko waited nearby.

Just as they finished eating and Lin Feng was about to tease Saeko, a loud explosion echoed from afar.

Startled, they rushed to the rooftop and spotted a distant clearing where smoke and dust rose into the air. Amidst the haze, a group of armed people was firing into the dust cloud.

Ding!!

Due to changes in the storyline, a new task is issued.

Task: Eliminate the Special Zombie.

Reward: 1,000 points, one high-level lottery draw.

Failure Penalty: Permanent loss of Busujima Saeko.

Task Description: This is a genetically mutated zombie that strengthens itself by devouring its kind. (Note: The task must be completed within the time limit, or it will be deemed a failure. Completing the task allows the host to leave this world with Saeko.)

Lin Feng checked the time—12 hours remained. Without hesitation, he dashed downstairs.

"Lin Feng, where are you going?" Saeko called after him, quickly following.

As they ran, Lin Feng briefly explained the task, omitting the punishment for failure. He also retrieved his Mo Mei Sword from his dimensional space, while Saeko drew her Tianwei Sword from her spatial ring.

After running for about ten minutes, they arrived at the scene and got a clear view of the special zombie.

The creature was about three meters tall, with three heads and six arms. Its grotesque appearance could only be described with the phrase "three heads and six arms."

The left head resembled that of a baby, the middle one a middle-aged man, and the right one an elderly man with white hair. Its six muscular arms looked incredibly powerful.

"Lingzhi1, what are this zombie's stats?" Lin Feng asked mentally.

Moments later, a detailed profile appeared in his mind:

Zombie: Special Mutant Zombie

Stage: Level 2

Skills: Poison (entire body is toxic), Savage Charge (colliding with this zombie is like being hit by a truck).

Description: A mutation caused by consuming its kind. Its body is resistant to attacks below Level 7 Mortal-grade weapons and can punch through defenses below Level 5 Mortal-grade gear. Speed: very, very fast.

Lin Feng's mind raced. "Damn it, are you kidding me? How am I supposed to fight this thing? My only viable weapon is Zirhart!"

Just then, the system chimed:

"Given the opponent's strength, the host and Saeko may temporarily use one Spirit-grade weapon for free."

Relieved, Lin Feng browsed the weapon list in his mind and selected a katana and a laser gun.

The katana seemed to be spiritual and was very sharp with its swing creating ripples in the air, and the laser gun was a futuristic weapon from twenty years ahead.

"Saeko, take this. Let's finish this zombie!" Lin Feng handed her the katana, looking determined.

"Yes, let's kill it and go home!" Saeko replied, equally resolved.