The northern area was practically abandoned, being close to the Arklay Mountains, it was the region most impacted by naturally infected monsters, and monsters had already begun to enter the city to attack.
There were also a large number of monsters that underwent secondary mutations after eating, making the north extremely dangerous.
Several news outlets began reporting on the violence in the north, defining these zombies as cultists and lunatics engaging in some form of ritual.
Not a single media outlet reported it as a biochemical incident, and there was no such claim; it was only known that the situation in Raccoon City was becoming increasingly dire.
Many shrewd citizens had already begun to flee the city, at least to return once the city stabilized.
Some of these residents were attacked by monsters when they left, while others encountered the Federal Guard on the outskirts and were taken to designated areas for quarantine.
The situation in Raccoon City became very bad, and this was just the beginning; as time went on, it was unknown how many more people would be infected.
Chief Brian publicly stated that it was merely a terrorist attack by cultists, and he had already arranged for more agents and police officers to build a defensive line, and had already collaborated with former Umbrella Corporation researcher Eddie from the precinct to develop a cure for the recent illness.
Curtis, the head of Mysterious Pharmaceutical, who was far away in other cities handling business, felt a sense of relief.
He was currently in Havverville City, where his sister worked, overseeing the sales of two new drugs.
European business had been entrusted to Excella of Gionne Pharmaceutical, and in the future, he would be responsible for an even larger market, so spending more time with his family now was important.
"Curtis, it's a good thing you and your sister-in-law moved in with me, otherwise, who knows what you might be facing now." Angela frowned as she watched the news on TV.
"Yes, this is all thanks to my boss; I need to work even harder.
I'm going out to work overtime.
Please tell your sister-in-law I'm very sorry." Curtis stood up, once again a workaholic.
Angela shook her head; her brother didn't know if his boss would be able to escape.
On a cruise ship off the West Coast, Annette looked at the news from Raccoon City with an expression devoid of joy or sorrow, as if she wasn't worried at all that her husband was in such a dangerous place.
"Eddie, I wonder when he'll be able to escape." Excella asked thoughtfully.
"Even if Raccoon City becomes a zombie paradise, he'll be fine; you don't need to worry about that." Annette snorted; she knew that the security around Eddie was the most exaggerated, even more so than the various biological weapons developed by Umbrella Corporation.
This was also why Eddie took great risks to modify and cure Jessica and Lisa; without the initial investment, where would all these benefits come from?
Excella's eyes flickered a few times; she somewhat longed for that enhanced serum.
She had learned from Jill that core personnel working for Eddie all received this benefit, and being able to maintain a youthful appearance without using cosmetics would definitely drive most women crazy.
Returning to the apartment, as soon as he opened the door, a figure rushed over, lifted Eddie, who weighed 160 pounds of pure muscle with no signs of fat, seemingly observing him, then confirmed Eddie's safety before putting him down.
"You've been gone too long!"
It was Jessica speaking; her core purpose was to protect Eddie, treating him as her closest person.
She would do anything he asked without any complaints.
This poor woman was tormented by the Progenitor Virus mutant strain for thirty-two years before being saved, so she naturally felt very fond of her benefactor and wanted to repay him with all her might.
Chapter 197: Building a Defense Line, Treating Jessica
"Don't worry, Jessica, I'm fine, I won't be in any danger.
Next time, I'll take you with me wherever I go, okay!" Eddie was a little helpless; with her being so dedicated, he really couldn't say much.
Jill just smiled without speaking; she wasn't jealous.
Jessica's thoughts were very simple, not about so-called affection, but simply wanting to see someone close to her.
Jessica's plight was bound to evoke sympathy and would not make Jill feel uncomfortable.
"You said it, you must do it." Jessica nodded, a hint of determination in her expression.
Only when facing Eddie would her emotions change; even when facing Lisa, she wouldn't be so agitated.
"Of course, you know I never lie." Eddie smiled; with such a loyal and beautiful bodyguard, who would refuse her protection, especially in chaotic Raccoon City, where there were the most terrifying biological weapons?
Whether it was Tyrant or William, they were all very difficult to deal with.
"And me, don't forget me, wherever Mom goes, I go!" Lisa also said firmly.
It was because of her mother Jessica's instructions that her belief survived in her heart; perhaps she didn't remember other things, but her mother's appearance and voice, she would always remember.
"Eddie, their situation is a bit special; the fusion between the Progenitor Virus and the T-Virus is starting to loosen.
You need to give them a specialized examination and formulate a research method." Christine Yamata walked over in her combat high heels and said, handing him a tablet computer.
Eddie took the computer and looked at it on the sofa; it contained Jessica and Lisa's previous examination reports.
While gaining superhuman strength, they also had some problems.
Eddie's previous repairs were merely an attempt, and with rudimentary conditions, they were only preliminary repairs, requiring further refinement.
"Currently, it should last for about a month.
We need to perform a temporary repair, and after we leave and return to our base, we'll conduct a comprehensive examination and repair.
And that will also be the time for our second enhancement, ladies, are you looking forward to it?" Eddie smiled proudly.
"Of course!" The women all spoke in unison; no one would refuse the temptation of eternal youth, not even the stunningly beautiful Jill.
Due to Umbrella Corporation's influence, Raccoon City still maintained a relatively stable life; the zombie outbreak in the north was just a prelude.
Although Brian had imposed a blockade, the outbreak started from within, not from outside.
Sewer contamination was a huge problem, and infection was only a matter of time.
On television, a black man in a suit was speaking on a podium for a federal news channel, with many reporters below him, "The current situation in Raccoon City is good; there are large-scale cultists attempting a subversive terrorist attack.
The federal government has dispatched a Guard to blockade the perimeter of Raccoon City and simultaneously provide assistance to Raccoon City."
"Senator, how do you view the cannibalistic phenomena appearing in Raccoon City?" A male reporter stood up and asked a sharp question.
"It's a big world, and anything can happen; there's nothing exceptional about what lunatics do.
While the federation respects citizens' freedom of belief, when beliefs endanger federal security and citizen safety, we will eradicate them!
Today's press conference ends here; thank you all!" The black Senator turned and left after speaking, clearly not wanting to stay longer.
Eddie looked at the press conference with a playful expression, "It seems someone in the federation has colluded with the Umbrella Corporation; otherwise, they wouldn't ignore such a major incident."
"So what do we do now? Should we leave?" Jill said with a yawn; she was exhausted, and if Wolf Mom Karena hadn't helped share the burden, she felt she might have died.
"Not yet; if we leave now, Umbrella Corporation will target us.
Don't worry, after the incident in the Arklay Mountains, I prepared an escape route.
My dear, you and Karena go check on our helicopter.
Svetlana, you come with me to Memorial Hospital." Eddie instructed.
"Then what do we do?" Rebecca blinked her beautiful eyes.
"You are responsible for making vaccines; the brave agents and police officers of Raccoon City need these things.
Cindy, you are responsible for cooking; it's best to make more portable food.
Your task is arduous; we are all big eaters!" Eddie instructed.
"Okay, I will make delicious food and wait for you to come back and eat." Cindy nodded; she actually had a second advantage, which was cooking.
Women who can cook are generally the type of good wives and loving mothers.
A large batch of vaccines was obtained by Chief Marvin from Eddie and then transported to the front lines for the battling agents to use.
Although it couldn't turn them into superhumans, at least they didn't have to worry about mutating after being bitten, nor did they have to worry about mutating after drinking water.
While Eddie was acting, Sergei was also acting.
Four people stood before him, all of them sub-level Umbrella Corporation Biological Hazard Response Team leaders.
There was Mikhail, the true man and captain who dared to detonate explosives to perish with Nemesis, Nikolai, the former captain of the Russian elite special forces, and two other captains, Lau Xiu and Burt.
"Your mission is to assist the Raccoon City precinct in suppressing those riots.
The enemies appearing this time are infected citizens, as well as some leaked biochemical weapons.
Do not hold back; eliminate the enemies with full force.
Nikolai, you have other missions.
Are there any other questions?" Sergei was cutting his fingers with a strange knife, as if self-harm brought him pleasure.
"No problem, we guarantee to complete the mission!" All four saluted standardly, then turned and left.
Sergei watched the four captains leave, then turned to look at the defense line established downstairs; this game was getting more and more interesting!
After receiving instructions from Umbrella Corporation, Brian sneered inwardly.
Sending four hundred armed troops to support them?
Wasn't that just trying to use them as cannon fodder?
He certainly wouldn't truly rely on Umbrella Corporation; he had to find a way to escape in the worst possible situation.
"Chief, Chief Marvin has requested another batch of heavy firepower weapons to be deployed to the front line.
This is his application." A clerk walked in and said.
Brian signed the document without thinking.
He didn't want to die, and if someone was willing to fight desperately, he naturally wanted to support them, and also prevent Umbrella Corporation from turning hostile and killing him.
Chapter 198: Attacked Federal Guard
Umbrella Corporation was unaware that Eddie had developed corresponding vaccines.
The T-Virus had undergone many mutations since its leakage, and even if there truly were antiviral agents, they might not be effective.
"I need a laboratory.
This is for your Person in charge, it's the latest T-Virus vaccine." Eddie took out a test tube and handed it to a staff member.
In less than three minutes, a manager, about sixty years old, rushed over, "Is that Dr. Eddie?"
"Yes, you can submit this for your report.
Where's the laboratory I requested? Preferably with a cryogenic chamber." Eddie said calmly.
"No problem, we still need to experiment.
I'll clear out a laboratory for you; thank you so much." The manager bowed and scraped, saying that whoever could solve their problems was their savior.
"Alright, alright, take me to the laboratory.
Let's not be so formal; everyone is busy." Eddie waved his hand.
"Okay, Dr. Eddie is truly quick-witted.
I'll take you; this way, please." The manager led the way.
After a laboratory was cleared, Eddie locked the door and had January and the others hack all the cameras in the laboratory.
He took out two bottles of serum and began processing them, "Go in; it will take some time, depending on your physique." Eddie gestured to Jessica and the other woman.
The two women nodded and walked into the cryogenic chamber without hesitation.
While Eddie was treating the two super female bodyguards, many special troop transport trucks arrived at the front line, assisting the police officers there in guarding.
The zombies did not advance in this direction, seemingly moving towards the Highway leading to the outside world.
There were not many zombies roaming here, and they were directly eliminated under powerful firepower coverage.
"Hello, Chief Marvin, I am Mikhail, captain of Umbrella Corporation's Alpha Team rescue squad.
My platoon has been ordered to enter the north to search for survivors; may we pass?" said the white-haired yet energetic true man, Mikhail.