The pace of the subsequent collection work has obviously accelerated.
The three researchers were almost racing against time, and under the strict protection of Xiang Yong, they focused on the sample points marked as high priority by Professor Chen.
Xu Wuyi, Liu Qing and Xiang Yong are also on the highest level of vigilance. Their mental perception is like an invisible radar, constantly scanning the surrounding dense forests and rocks. Any slightest movement is enough to put them into combat mode instantly.
Fortunately, maybe Xu Wuyi had dealt with it clean enough before, or maybe this area was the patrol boundary of the Werewolf team, and no new Werewolf appeared until they completed the scheduled collection target.
Countdown:[220:18:55]
Without any delay, the team quickly dismantled the camp and carefully cleaned all traces with [Undying Flame], especially the subtle breath and energy residues left by human activities.
Then, under the leadership of Xiang Yong, they quickly moved towards the planned second sample enrichment area - the valley on another branch in the northwest.
It was about three hours after Xu Wuyi and others left.
Xu Wuyi At the mountain col where they originally camped, the space was slightly distorted, and five tall and burly figures exuding a ferocious aura appeared silently.
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They are also a Werewolf team, but their lineup is far stronger than the previous one.
The leader is over 2.7 meters tall, his fur is dark silver, and his muscles are as strong as steel. Life Energy Level has suddenly reached the peak of level 35!
Its scarlet pupils shone with coldness and wisdom as it scanned the surroundings.
The four Werewolfs following it all have strong auras and energy fluctuations between level 32 and 34. This is an elite team composed entirely of War Generals!
The dark silver-haired Werewolf General sniffed hard and made a low purring sound in his throat.
It was keenly aware that there was an almost indiscernible trace of anxiety remaining in the air.
A Werewolf General who was good at tracking leaned down and carefully dug at the loose soil and rock gaps on the ground with his sharp claws.
Suddenly, its claws stopped at the bottom of an inconspicuous rock, where there was a simple mark carved in Werewolf's unique way.
"Here!" It raised its head and growled a few times to the leader, conveying the message.
Werewolf Race's overall civilization level is not high, but it has also formed a simple language system.
The mark is still there, indicating that the previous patrol team did arrive here and left a mark as usual.
But that's all.
Except for this mark and the faint smell of burnt food, the entire col was eerily clean.
There are no traces of battle, no blood, no corpses, no strange smell remains, and even the energy fluctuations are so weak that they are almost impossible to detect.
The five-wolf team seemed to have evaporated out of thin air.
Dark Silver Werewolf General's eyes flashed with doubt and violence.
It looked around again unwillingly, its powerful perception was like mercury pouring down the ground, and it carefully explored every inch of the land.
Nothing was found.
In the end, it could only let out a low roar of suppressed anger, signaling the team to leave.
They followed the missing team and continued their search along the scheduled patrol route, but the clues were completely cut off here.
Countdown:[215:40:12]
Xu Wuyi and others have successfully arrived at the new target valley.
The environment here is more humid, with a large number of fungi and plants that emit a faint blue light growing, and the air is filled with a faint fluorescent light from the spores.
After establishing the new camp, the three researchers immediately devoted themselves to the preliminary processing and analysis of the new samples.
Professor Chen showed great interest in the batches of "Blood-Coagulating Moss" and "Blue Fluorescent Ore", and carried out data comparison and structural analysis almost non-stop.
The next few days were surprisingly peaceful.
Except for the occasional low-level Star Beast who was attracted by the energy of the camp and was easily dealt with by Liu Qing or Xiang Yong, we never encountered any large-scale attacks, and there was no sign of Werewolf Race.
Xu Wuyi was happy to be quiet and spent most of his time consolidating <God-Shocking Spear>. At the same time, he continued to practice the skills of combining the characteristics of "God-Sundering" with [Undying Flame].
He and the other two had a bit of a tacit understanding of fighting side by side, and occasionally they would exchange a few words about their experiences against the enemy.
Xiang Yong doesn't talk much, but he often hits the nail on the head. Especially his understanding of Werewolf Race's combat habits has benefited Xu Wuyi a lot.
Liu Qing focused more on vigilance and regular contact with the base to ensure a smooth retreat.
The countdown continues to pass smoothly.
Countdown:[118:00:00].
Early morning on the sixth day.
Professor Chen had two thick dark circles under his eyes, but his spirit was extremely high. He summoned Xiang Yong and others.
"Master Xiang, the first and most critical batch of sample collection and analysis work has been basically completed!" The old professor's voice was full of exhaustion, but also filled with great satisfaction.
"The data we obtained far exceeded expectations! Especially the energy field structure of Blue Fluorescent Ore and the unknown active enzyme of Blood-Coagulating Moss are of great value!"
He paused and looked at the three martial arts masters, whose faces were obviously tired, especially the two young researchers, who were almost falling asleep standing up.
"However, Researcher Zhang and Researcher Li's bodies are reaching their limits. The radiation and gravity environment here have put a heavy load on them, and they need to return to the outpost to rest."
Xiang Yong nodded immediately. "Understood. Then we will return to Outpost Base Seven immediately. Rest for a day, replenish supplies, and then decide on the next step."
Having been in a dangerous alien environment for several days in a row, even the three martial arts masters were in a state of constant mental stress. It was undoubtedly a good thing to be able to return to a relatively safe base to rest.
After packing their bags and cleaning up the traces again, the team set out on their way back.
Maybe it was because I was eager to return home, or maybe I was just lucky, and the return trip went smoothly without any setbacks.
When the outline of the gray-white solid fortress appeared in view, Researcher Zhang and Researcher Li almost cried with joy.
After going through strict identity verification and quarantine procedures, the group finally returned to Outpost Base Seven.
The familiar environment, filtered fresh air, normal gravity, and an absolutely safe atmosphere made everyone breathe a long sigh of relief.
The three researchers were almost urged by Xiang Yong to rush to the base's medical center for physical examination and in-depth recovery.
Xiang Yong, Liu Qing and Xu Wuyi first went to the task window to submit stage reports and confirmed the issuance of point rewards.
"Let's go to the canteen. I'm treating you." Xiang Yong was in a good mood and patted Xu Wuyi and Liu Qing on their shoulders. "Although the synthetic steaks and energy drinks at the base don't taste very good, they fill you up and can quickly replenish your physical strength."
Liu Qing also nodded slightly.
Xu Wuyi did not refuse.
After surviving in the wild for six consecutive days, I ate high-energy compressed food. At this moment, I really needed a hot meal to comfort my stomach.