Necromancers are frantically stationing troops in the apocalypse.

Chapter 1098, God-like Light

Everyone's eyes fell on Wu Heng.

It is said that he is Qi Hancai's child, but the closer you look, the more familiar he seems.

A barely perceptible smile flashed across Qi Hancai's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure and introduced in a clear voice, "This is the leader of our Yama Palace, Mr. Wu Heng. You've all seen him before, so how could you not recognize him?"

After a brief pause, he continued, "The leader's current state is a special supernatural effect that allows the body to return to a younger age. In our language, it's called 'rejuvenation'."

Rejuvenation!

The pupils of all the representatives present suddenly contracted.

Can supernatural powers restore youth? This Pope of the Lingqi Cult is truly becoming more and more like a god.

The looks they gave Wu Heng became even more complicated.

Wu Heng waved his hand at the right moment and said calmly, "Don't talk about these insignificant things."

After saying that, he sat down beside me, and with a seemingly casual flick of his finger, a teapot on the table accurately filled the cup in front of him with tea.

Wu Heng picked up his teacup, took a sip, and got straight to the point. "Let's talk about what's happening in Antarctica. I heard it could trigger a second global viral outbreak?"

Everyone's eyes were all turned to the representative of the EU's 'Noah's City'.

The representative coughed lightly, gathered his thoughts, and spoke, "Chief Wu Heng, the thing is, several previous Dawn Alliance meetings have decided to investigate the root cause of the apocalypse. We in Noah's City have been taking the lead in the investigation and have invested heavily...!"

Wu Heng interrupted him directly, "Let's get to the point! Every minute we waste now may increase the risk of an outbreak."

A representative from the Chang'an Dome base chimed in, "Just talk about the discovery of the South Pole and skip the irrelevant details."

The representative of Noah's City's face froze, and he had no choice but to walk to the large screen on the side and insert an encrypted USB drive.

The screen lights up and begins playing a series of high-resolution photos.

And every photo has the same content.

A regular polyhedron that is completely black and seems to absorb all light.

"This is the last image data we received from the Antarctic 'Lighthouse Station'."

The Noah representative pointed at the screen, his tone becoming serious. "This is... a perfect dodecahedron! The surface is absolutely smooth, reflecting no light of any known wavelength, and is indestructible. Experimenters have tried all known physical drilling and cutting methods, but have been unable to leave even a scratch on its surface."

Wu Heng narrowed his eyes slightly, and something in his heart moved.

This description does sound like some kind of 'strange thing' that is beyond comprehension.

Noah's representative continued, "According to limited records, after all physical methods failed, the researchers at the time used a new type of high-frequency resonance scanning technology to try to analyze its internal structure.

However, something unexpected happened... The scanning wave frequency seemed to have produced an unknown resonance with some structure within it, instantly destroying its stability... thus triggering this disaster that swept the world."

Having said this, he paused, and the conference room fell into silence. Everyone's eyes were once again focused on Wu Heng, waiting for his decision.

Wu Heng already understood.

The dodecahedron was a container, and a reckless exploration accidentally opened Pandora's box and released its contents.

"What's inside the container?"

"I don't know." Representative Noah shook his head, a look of helplessness on his face. "What I'm talking about is the last information sent back by the 'Lighthouse Station' before that thing was destroyed. After that... no one on the station survived. All electronic equipment was damaged by the intense interference. We lost all signals."

"Tell me about your follow-up investigation." Wu Heng asked.

"We've dispatched three of our most elite teams, equipped with the most advanced equipment, to the Antarctic research station in an attempt to recover or at least confirm the object's condition." The representative's tone grew graver, "but none of them were successful."

"We used every possible protective measure, including the antiviral serum produced by Yama Palace, but it was all ineffective! Any living creature that comes within a certain range will undergo a zombie-like transformation in a very short period of time, without exception."

After a brief pause, he tried to save face. "We originally hoped to resolve this problem on our own and contribute to humanity, but... our capabilities are truly limited. Therefore, we have no choice but to convene this emergency meeting to jointly discuss countermeasures."

At this time, the representative of the Russian base said in a gruff voice, "Living people can't get in, and the machines malfunction if they do. You in the EU can't do anything, and I don't think the other bases have any better solutions either."

"There might be a way..." Representative Noah turned his gaze to Wu Heng again, finally stating his ultimate goal. "This is why we insist on waiting for Chief Wu Heng to arrive. We've tried all conventional methods, but there's one possibility we haven't verified: the 'skeleton soldiers.' They're supernatural creations, not living things. Theoretically, there's no risk of 'infection' or 'degeneration.' Perhaps... they can enter that death zone."

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone understood.

It turned out to be waiting here!

Electronic equipment failed, life forms were transformed, and the only hope seemed to be the half-dead skeleton.

Qi Hancai spoke calmly, "This matter concerns the fate of all survivors worldwide. We at Yama Palace will naturally not stand idly by, but placing all the hope and pressure on us is perhaps a bit too unfair."

"That's not the case," the New Eden Base representative immediately retorted. "Chief Wu Heng is the recognized leader of mankind and the Pope of the Lingqi Cult. For the survival of all mankind, it's only natural that he should shoulder more responsibility. It's not that we don't want to contribute, it's simply beyond our ability!"

"Yes, those who are capable should do more work!"

"We will provide all possible support from the rear!"

Other representatives echoed this, praising Wu Heng and cleverly pushing away the difficult problem.

Wu Heng raised his head and scanned every face present. "Yanluo Palace will take over and handle this matter in Antarctica."

Without waiting for the others to show any joy, Wu Heng continued, "If successful, this item must be handled entirely by our Yama Palace. If any personnel support is needed later, you must fully cooperate."

Everyone frowned.

While they were still weighing the pros and cons, the Middle East representative immediately stated, "As long as the threat of a second infection can be eliminated, all of our bases are willing to fully obey Chief Wu Heng's dispatch and command on this matter!"

"Alright." Wu Heng stood up immediately, not waiting for the others' reaction. "Then everyone, go down and prepare. We'll set off before dusk. As for whether the skeleton can be successful, we'll need to arrive at the scene to verify it."

No one expected Wu Heng to be so decisive, but this was undoubtedly the best news at the moment.

Representative Noah said hurriedly: "I will immediately contact the remaining personnel outside Antarctica and ask them to prepare for the reception!"

"Okay. We'll discuss the specific details after we arrive." Wu Heng nodded, said no more, and walked out of the meeting room first.

Qi Hancai immediately followed suit, and a group of representatives also stood up and left. They felt mixed emotions, including relief at having been relieved of a heavy burden, but also nervousness about the unknown action.

If this fails and it breaks out again, they might be the ones to die.

I can only hope that I can succeed.

……

In Qi Hancai's office.

Wu Heng took the coffee from Qi Hancai, who couldn't help but chuckle, "The EU is quite concerned about their reputation. They said they wanted to make their own contribution to humanity. I almost couldn't help myself."

"It's just polite talk, normal." Wu Heng took a sip of coffee.

Qi Hancai suddenly blinked and jokingly said, "Can children drink coffee?"

Wu Heng glared at her unhappily: "You need to be punished again, don't you?"

Qi Hancai deliberately turned around, and Wu Heng smiled and patted her on the buttocks.

Then, Qi Hancai asked seriously, "What do you think that thing is?"

"It's not clear yet, but it's definitely not simple. I have to go and see it myself." Wu Heng replied.

When Qi Hancai heard this, a trace of worry flashed across her face. It was the first time she heard Wu Heng's tone so uncertain.

"Don't worry, I'm sure." Wu Heng added with a smile.

Qi Hancai sighed softly: "This world is really becoming more and more magical...Now I believe it when people say there were immortals who cultivated immortality in ancient times."

"Why do you think so?"

"The dodecahedron in that photo is buried so deep under the ice that even modern technology can't create it. It must be a product of ancient times. Isn't that magical enough?"

"It might be even stranger than you think." Wu Heng put down his coffee and reminded her, "You need to continue to strengthen your training before you are qualified to understand this."

"Training? Like the pair of elf sisters on the forum? Can they fight the Corpse King in close combat?" Qi Hancai's eyes lit up.

"Yes, you can do it as long as you are willing to work hard."

Qi Hancai curled her lips and said, "Who would use cold weapons if they have guns? It's so dangerous!"

The way of thinking of modern people and those in other worlds is indeed different.

Wu Heng thought for a moment and said, "If you practice well, you can live to be three hundred years old, and become younger and more beautiful."

"Really?!" Qi Hancai leaned closer instantly, looking serious.

"When have I ever lied to you? If you don't work hard, you'll be an old woman while we're still young."

Thinking of that scene, Qi Hancai's face suddenly became serious.

She is older than Wu Heng and Li Yahong, and this is what she fears most.

"I will practice hard!" she promised solemnly.

At this moment, the office phone rang. Qi Hancai answered and said, "The plane to Xinfu City has arrived."

"Let's go," Wu Heng put down his coffee cup, "I've called someone to help, let's go pick them up together."

……

As an important global trading center.

People from bases of all sizes around the world gather here.

At this moment, one side of the airport was surrounded by a dense crowd of people, and everyone's eyes were focused on the two figures in the middle of the runway. They were tall and agile, with pointed ears and faces that did not look like humans.

"It's the two female warriors in the forum video!"

"Oh my god, those ears are really pointed! Could they really be elves?"

"I heard it's a physical mutation type of ability, and the appearance has evolved to be like an elf."

"Is this true? Can two people awaken at the same time?"

Exclamations and discussions were heard one after another, and many people raised their mobile phones to take pictures of this side.

A few people couldn't contain their curiosity and tried to approach and strike up a conversation. However, when the two sisters looked at them with cold eyes, they were frightened and retreated back into the crowd.

Just as the crowd was growing larger and larger and almost out of control, the sound of bones rubbing against each other came from the periphery.

A team of tall, white skeleton warriors quickly separated the crowd, followed closely by base security personnel, and finally cleared a passage.

Not far away, Wu Heng stood there, waving towards the field: "Eluriah, Sylvain! This way."

The two sisters looked over at the sound, smiles instantly appearing on their faces. They quickly walked through the crowd and saluted respectfully: "Sir!"

"Let's go, take a rest first, and then go on a long journey with me." Wu Heng said.

"Yes, sir!" the two sisters responded in unison, with a respectful look.

This scene caused the surrounding crowd to explode again.