The built-in filtration system of his mask activated, instantly freshening the air he breathed.
Next were the anti-toxin elixir and the swarm of detector bees.
There was a button on the metal disk.
When he pressed it, the disk unfolded to reveal twelve mechanical bees, each the size of a fingernail.
Xu Wuyi placed them in a storage compartment on the side of his combat suit.
Preparations complete.
He glanced at the time.
10:47 PM.
"Anna, plot the optimal route. Target: the Rotting Swamp Forest."
"Plotting... Route generated. I recommend departing from the Gale Outpost on the university's east side. Take the military hovercraft to the outskirts of the Rotting Swamp Forest. The estimated travel time is two hours. A hovercraft has been scheduled for you. Departure time?"
"Now."
Xu Wuyi picked up his long spear and walked to the door.
The villa door slid open without a sound.
Outside, fine snow was falling.
