"You can't say that." The representative of the New Eden Base immediately retorted, "Leader Wu Heng is the universally recognized leader of humanity, the Pope of the Spirit Awakening Sect. It is only right that he takes on more responsibility for the survival of all humankind. It's not that we don't want to contribute, but simply that we are unable to!"

"Yes, those who can should do more!"

"We will provide full support from the rear!"

Other representatives chimed in, both elevating Wu Heng while cleverly shifting the difficult problems away.

Wu Heng raised his head, his gaze sweeping over each face in the room, "Yama Hall will take over the handling of this matter in Antarctica."

Before the others could express their relief, Wu Heng continued, "If successful, this item must be handled solely by Yama Hall. If any personnel support is needed afterward, you must fully cooperate."

Everyone furrowed their brows.

While weighing the pros and cons, the Middle East representative promptly declared, "As long as we can eliminate the threat of a second infection, all our bases are willing to fully obey Leader Wu Heng's coordination and command in this matter!"

"Good." Wu Heng stood up without waiting for the others' attitudes, "Then go and prepare; depart before dusk. As for whether the Skeleton can succeed, it needs to be verified on-site."

No one expected Wu Heng to act so swiftly, but it was undoubtedly the best news at the moment.

The Noah representative hurriedly said, "I'll immediately contact the personnel on standby around Antarctica to have them ready for response!"

"Alright. We'll discuss the specific details upon arrival." Wu Heng nodded, said no more, and was the first to walk out of the conference room.

Qi Hancai immediately followed, and the representatives also got up one after another, leaving with mixed feelings—relaxed from unloading a burden yet anxious about the unknown mission.

If this fails and another outbreak occurs, they might be the ones to die.

They could only hope for success.

...

In Qi Hancai's office.

Wu Heng took the coffee Qi Hancai handed him, and the latter couldn't help but chuckle, "The EU over there still maintains face, claiming they wanted to independently contribute to humanity. I almost couldn't hold back."

"It's just talk, normal." Wu Heng sipped the coffee.

Qi Hancai suddenly blinked playfully, teasing, "Can children drink coffee?"

Wu Heng glared at her, "Looking for trouble again, are you?"

Qi Hancai deliberately turned away, and Wu Heng smiled and gave her a light tap on her behind.

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

"It's still unclear right now, but it's certainly not simple. We must see it firsthand." Wu Heng replied.

Qi Hancai's expression briefly showed a trace of concern, as it was the first time she'd heard Wu Heng sound this uncertain.

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

Qi Hancai sighed lightly, "This world is becoming more and more magical... Now I'd even believe in ancient immortals practicing cultivation."

"Why do you think that?"

"That dodecahedron in the photo, buried so deep under the ice, can't be made with modern technology—it's surely a relic from ancient times. Isn't that magical enough?"

"It may be even more bizarre than you think." Wu Heng put down his coffee, reminding her, "You also need to continue strengthening your training to qualify for understanding these things."

"Training? Like those Elf Sisters on the forum? Able to fight the Zombie King in close combat?" Qi Hancai's eyes lit up.

"Yes, as long as you work hard, you can do it too."

Qi Hancai pouted, "Why use cold weapons when you can use guns? It's so dangerous!"

The thinking between modern humans and those from the Otherworld is indeed different.

Wu Heng thought for a moment, then said, "Mastering it well can let you live for three hundred years and become increasingly youthful and beautiful."

"Really?!" Qi Hancai instantly leaned closer, her face full of seriousness.

"When have I ever lied to you? If you don't work harder now, you'll become an old lady while we're all still young."

Imagining that scene, Qi Hancai's expression immediately turned solemn.

She was already older than Wu Heng and Li Yahong, and this was what she feared most.

"I will train diligently!" She promised solemnly.

At this time, the office phone rang. After answering it, Qi Hancai said, "The plane from 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 a major global trading hub,

This place gathered personnel from various large and small bases worldwide.

At this moment, one side of the airport was densely surrounded by a crowd, with all eyes focused on the two figures at the center of the runway—tall, agile, and possessing pointed ears and features that didn't seem human.

"It's those two goddesses of war from the forum videos!"

"My God, they really do have pointed ears! Could they really be elves?"

"I heard it's a superpower causing constitutional mutation, evolving their appearance to be like elves."

"Is that true? Can two people awaken together?"

A chorus of amazement and discussion erupted, with many raising their phones to take pictures.

Some couldn't resist their curiosity, trying to approach, but when the sisters' cold eyes glanced over, they were scared back into the crowd.

Just as the crowd was growing and nearing chaos, the sound of bones clattering came from the outskirts.

A troop of tall, skeletal-white Skeleton Warriors swiftly parted the crowd, followed closely by base security personnel, finally clearing a path.

In the distance, Wu Heng stood, waving toward the field, "Ailuria, Silvien! Over here."

The sisters looked over at the sound, their faces instantly breaking into smiles, and they quickly walked through the crowd, greeting respectfully, "My lord!"

"Come, take a break first, and then join me on a trip." Wu Heng said.

"Yes, my lord!" the sisters responded in unison, their demeanor respectful.

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