592: 9.62 I Am Dying

9.62 I Am Dying

"The virus in you has mutated," Zhao Bolin said as he watched Lu Yizhou walking back and forth to clean up the broken glass and spilled water. He had a sudden urge to laugh. Who could have guessed that a zombie would be so proficient in housekeeping? "Of course, it's only a speculation. But right now, I am more than 85% certain."1

"Let's see…" Professor Zhao leaned back into the pillow and counted with his fingers. "Your control over your zombie instinct has weakened, you can feel yourself getting more powerful, and the same thing also applies to your minions. And now you can also speak! In my opinion, there are only two possible outcomes of this. Do you want to know?" Not even giving Lu Yizhou any time to reply, Zhao Bolin continued seamlessly, "First, you will lose your 'consciousness' and become a pure predator who only relies on instinct. Second, you will control your inner zombie, defeat it and make it a part of yourself and become a new superior species."

The more Zhao Bolin talked about it, the more excited he became. "The two outcomes will lead to one thing: evolution! Just like Charles Darwin's theory, the inferior species will be eliminated gradually over time through natural selection! If you're not strong enough to brace a new era, then you can only go extinct!"

Lu Yizhou shot him a speechless look. Did this man even realize what he was saying? He talked about the elimination of inferior species so easily as though he was not included in that particular category. It was just like how someone excitedly predicted they would die a horrible death in the future and could still put a smile on their face. 

"A-ah, I know that look." Zhao Bolin tutted. "You must be thinking, 'Is this man crazy? Did he not realize that he will be included in that natural selection as well?' Am I right?" He revealed a satisfied grin like a cat who got the cream.

Lu Yizhou could not even bother to reply. He tied the broken fragments with a cloth and went downstairs to dispose of it. When he returned to the bedroom, Zhao Bolin had changed from his proper position to having his head hung upside down on the edge of the bed with his long hair spread all over the floor. He appeared to be deep in thought and failed to notice Lu Yizhou's arrival.

Lu Yizhou paused on the doorway and lowered his eyelids to hide the emotions brewing within. Honestly, his mind was an utter mess. Everything had been spiraling out of control and he had no idea how to get it back on track. This world appeared quite simple at first glance. As long as he stayed by Zhao Bolin's side and protected him from the two protagonists, then his mission should have been completed. However, Lu Yizhou had a notion that everything could not be so simple.

…Because in the end of the original plot, the world would welcome its destruction.

Right now, they had two uncontrollable variants, Li Zhu and Yang Tengfei. Lu Yizhou had already dealt with the latter and was confident that Yang Tengfei would not be able to get out of bed for at least half a year. And he did not violate the rule because he did not kill the protagonist himself! As for Li Zhu… there was no way he could have completed the vaccine without the help of Lu Yizhou's blood. His effort was doomed to fail from the start.

If it went according to the original plot, then Li Zhu's vaccine would become the catalyst for the world's destruction.

In actuality, everything could be concluded if Zhao Bolin were to hand over his vaccine. However, Lu Yizhou was not certain if Zhao Bolin would be safe if he mingled with those humans. Who could foresee that there wouldn't be the second Li Zhu who would stab him in the back? By then, they would certainly be separated and Lu Yizhou would have no way to get to him in time. It might only be for selfish reasons, but Lu Yizhou did not want his lover to go back to those people who had harmed him.

Right now, he already ordered his minions to surround the military basecamp and they would act as soon as he gave the signal. From the start, Lu Yizhou had no intention to let any of them go. It would be payback for the harm they had inflicted on Zhao Bolin in the original plot.

But the main question was… would Zhao Bolin agree with his cruel means? Or did he want to become the savior of humanity? 

Sighing, Lu Yizhou walked over soundlessly and supported the back of Zhao Bolin's head with a broad palm. His lover's golden eyes snapped open in surprise and a hint of embarrassment flashed through them. He sat up properly and smoothened his hair. "Ehem… you're back? Why didn't you make any sound when you walk?" he grumbled with an unhappy look.

Lu Yizhou reached out to smooth his bristling fur. After careful consideration, he decided to ask directly, "Have you decided what you want to do with the vaccine?"

Zhao Bolin rubbed his ear discreetly. He still had not gotten used to Lu Yizhou's deep voice yet. Sheesh, every time he heard it, his ears would start tingling. It felt ticklish and warm. How annoying! It took him a few seconds to register what Lu Yizhou was asking and his expression became somber. "Yes." He stared at the zombie, braced himself and blurted out, "I have considered it carefully and… I don't want to give it to them. Do you think… it's cruel of me to do that?" He fiddled with his fingers nervously.

"No." Lu Yizhou grasped his wrist and played with his long, slender fingers. He could not help but feel a little relieved. With this, Zhao Bolin would not be separated from him. "But may I ask why?"

Zhao Bolin snorted, "From the time when you brought me away – no, even before that, from when I discovered your identity and helped you hide it, my fate has been decided. The government and I are destined to walk in two separate ways. Even if I choose to give the vaccine to them, they will still have me and you killed…" he smiled and gave a helpless shrug. "...simply because we are two dangerous factors that are too risky to be kept close. Whether I give them the vaccine or not, they will still get rid of me. So why do I have to give it to them? It's not like I am a saint."

Lu Yizhou was surprised by how resolute Zhao Bolin was, but when he thought more about it, this was how his lover was supposed to be. He had always been clear about his likes and dislikes, and he held petty grudges as well. In comparison, Lu Yizhou felt silly for overthinking. The confusion, apprehension and anxiety in Lu Yizhou's heart instantly melted away by this bold declaration. No longer would Lu Yizhou lose his way… because he had a very brilliant beacon. This dazzling, gorgeous beacon that could always dispel the darkness within him.

All of a sudden, Zhao Bolin retracted his huge momentum and peered up at him carefully, "Do you think I am too cruel?"

"How can I?" Lu Yizhou chuckled deeply. His voice still retained a hint of hoarseness from the sudden physical change and listening to it so close to ear was enough to make one's ears turn numb. Alas, the person himself did not seem to realize it. His thumb rubbed circles on the back of Zhao Bolin's palm and he said with all earnesty, "You're absolutely perfect, sweetheart."

Flush arose on Zhao Bolin's fair cheeks, both at the sweet endearment and Lu Yizhou's sexy voice which he had always dreamed of. His lips opened and closed, unable to form any word even after a while. Goodness… how could he say… say something like that so smoothly with that devastating smile on his face?! That's so unfair! Zombies were not supposed to be this gorgeous! They were supposed to be ugly, bloody and disgusting but this one was… argh! He was really driving Zhao Bolin insane!

"However, I do wish you could create the antidote for me quickly though." Unaware of the turmoil he had set on Zhao Bolin's heart, Lu Yizhou commented with a casual tone.

"O–Oh?" Zhao Bolin was slightly taken aback, blinking twice. "Why?"

"It's just…" Lu Yizhou suddenly reached out to cup his cheek and pressed his thumb on Zhao Bolin's cupid bow, stroking back and forth, relishing on the softness and warmth it carried. His voice lowered, almost in a deep murmur, tinged with suppressed desire that would burn into a whole inferno, "...I am dying to get into this beautiful mouth of yours without having to worry that I will infect you." 

Zhao Bolin: !!!

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Mini theater

Zhao Bolin: I will finish the antidote asap!

Three seconds later.

Zhao Bolin: …but not because I want to kiss you!

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