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It was a magnificent building that remained solemn and sturdy even in the shadow of the apocalypse.
"We're almost there, everyone get ready, nobody knows what's inside."
Jiang Xiao's voice revealed a hint of nervousness, after all, what exactly was it that even Bai Liu had to request support from? But more than anything, it was filled with determination and resolve.
The vehicle stopped outside the hospital, and everyone got out, gazing at the hospital before them.
Even in the darkness of night, this massive building appears exceptionally imposing.
The hospital's specially designed doors were tightly shut, not a single ray of light could be seen, and not a single person could be seen.
The only evidence that the zombies had attacked was the countless streaks of blood on the door that had not yet dried.
Judging from this, the zombies probably haven't managed to break through the hospital gates.
Jiang Xiao raised his hand and knocked, discovering that the door was more sturdy than he had imagined; he estimated that even a regular cannonball wouldn't be able to break it open.
The surroundings were unusually quiet, and even the sound of the wind was exceptionally clear.
"Strange, why is it so quiet here?"
Niu Jieshi said in a low voice, his eyes scanning the surroundings warily.
Jiang Xiao frowned; he also sensed something was wrong, but he knew they didn't have time to waste guessing. He turned to the others.
"Quiet is the norm, after all, those monsters are extremely sensitive to sound. We need to go in and take a look, but don't damage the hospital's structure. Let's climb over the wall and get in."
Shi Shi had regained some of her strength by this time. She nodded, looking somewhat excited.
"I'll go up and have a look!"
As she spoke, she walked to the wall, and with a light leap, landed on the top of the wall as lightly as a feather.
Worried that something might happen to the little girl, everyone immediately followed.
Only Ma Ran
He stood there dumbfounded, looking at the people who had already jumped up with eyes that were filled with longing mixed with a hint of despair.
Ma Ran didn't have the courage to stay outside all alone!
Even though the situation inside the hospital was uncertain, Ma Ran was tempted to commit suicide if she were left alone at the door.
Seeing this, Jiang Xiao gestured with his lip to Wang Dayong, who helplessly jumped down and then picked up Ma Ran again in a princess carry and leaped onto the wall.
The group then tiptoed into the hospital's inner courtyard, where the silence contrasted sharply with the outside world, as if they were in two different worlds just a step away.
They walked cautiously toward the hospital building, fearing that something unexpected might suddenly happen.
"Let's go take a look in the yard first."
"Okay, that's what I think too."
Chapter 591 The Suicidal Patient
Despite the appearance of the main gate, the hospital did not seem to have been invaded by external forces.
But that doesn't mean the hospital has been breached from within.
For example, the virus might worsen in the bodies of hospital directors, doctors, nurses, etc., and then wreak havoc inside.
If that's the case, there must be some traces in the hospital courtyard.
But when everyone came to the courtyard, they found that everything was as usual.
If I had to point out something was off...
All I can say is that it's quiet, too quiet.
If the hospital has already fallen, those things will definitely be roaming around inside.
If the city hadn't fallen, what happened to the people inside?
Such a large hospital, with such advanced and complete facilities, it's impossible for them to leave their perfectly good shelter and run away like idiots, right?
"Let's go inside the building and take a look around."
As Wang Dayong made his suggestion, he also nudged Ma Ran in his arms with dissatisfaction.
"Didn't you say this was the most awesome hospital? How come I can't see a single hair in it?"
"Ah this."
Ma Ran, who refused to get down from Wang Dayong's arms, stammered out a reason.
"Never mind all that. What Ma Ran said is true. The sturdiness of this place is indeed undeniable. Let's go inside the building and take a look."
The hospital corridor was dimly lit, and the signs on the walls looked particularly eerie under the green safety light.
They steadily made their way deeper into the hospital, following the signs.
Just then, Niu Jieshi suddenly stopped walking.
Niu Jieshi's voice broke the deathly silence in the corridor. His brows were furrowed, as if he had caught some subtle sound.
"Is there some noise?" he asked, listening intently.
Everyone immediately held their breath, trying to discern the almost imperceptible sound.
For a moment, the entire corridor fell into a strange silence.
Sure enough, they vaguely heard a low, hoarse roar, which seemed to come from some corner not far away, or perhaps from underground.
But when they pondered it carefully, the sound seemed to disappear.
Jiang Xiao's eyes became even more wary. He gestured for everyone to remain silent, and while slowly approaching the source of the sound, he used hand gestures to arrange the formation in case of any unforeseen circumstances.
Shi Shi stayed close behind Wang Dayong, her fingers gently touching the energy dagger at her waist, ready to deal with any potential dangers.
Ma Ran clung tightly to Wang Dayong's clothes, his face pale and his eyes filled with fear. Although he was unwilling to admit it, the panic in his heart made him almost unable to stand.
They slowly approached the source of the sound, as the distance closed.
The sound became clearer, as if a painful groan and an angry roar were intertwined, sending chills down one's spine.
As if to fit the mood, the already eerie green indicator lights in the corridor began to flash continuously, making everyone's face appear a ghastly green.
Wang Dayong felt the shameless body in his arms begin to tremble and couldn't help but threaten.
"Watma, you've already done more than enough by hugging me. If you peed on me, I'd like to slap you with my big cunt!"
Wang Dayong also snorted coldly and took the lead in heading deeper into the corridor.
"Let's go! Damn it, we're weirdos, we're afraid of the market!"
The group followed the sound to the end of the corridor.
It was a small, separate room. Standing outside the door, you could clearly hear screams and what sounded like painful groans coming from inside.
Jiang Xiao's fingers lightly touched the cold doorknob. He took a deep breath and then pushed the door open abruptly.
The sight in the room made everyone involuntarily hold their breath.
A figure was seen huddled in a corner, his body convulsing and emitting painful groans.
His body was no longer a complete human form; some parts were swollen and deformed, as if something was wriggling inside him.
"this."
It doesn't seem to be a zombie, but rather like the herpes virus from the beginning.
Jiang Xiao immediately made a gesture, signaling the others not to act rashly.
After all, this infected person wasn't in the medical ward; their entire body was probably covered in the virus.
Although Ma Ran's legs were so weak that he almost knelt on the ground, he forced himself to stand up straight, not wanting to hold others back at this moment.
The figure seemed to sense Jiang Xiao's approach, and its spasms suddenly intensified, its roars becoming even more painful.
Suddenly, the figure abruptly raised its head, revealing a distorted face filled with pain and fear.
His mouth was wide open, as if he wanted to say something, but all that came out was a series of incomprehensible roars.
"I see."
Jiang Xiao nodded. The man's mouth was completely ulcerated, and his tongue was visible inside.
Well, that can no longer be called a tongue; it looks like a pile of rotten flesh, completely devoid of a vocal system.
People began to speculate: what kind of virus could turn a normal person like this?
How many other people in the hospital have suffered the same fate? Can they find a solution, or at least a way to escape this nightmare?
Also, where did the rest of the people in the hospital go?
Jiang Xiao and the others kept their eyes fixed on the infected person who was swaying as he stood up.
The infected person moved unusually slowly, and each step seemed to require a tremendous amount of effort.
Just then, his mouth suddenly twisted violently, revealing a mouthful of black blood.
However, the moment the infected man opened his mouth wide, his body suddenly lunged forward at a speed completely different from his previous behavior.
Jiang Xiao reacted instantly, leaping backward.
At the same time, Wang Dayong kicked him aside.