Virus King - Chapter 132

Chapter 132: Bird Beak Mask! The Plague Set Is Complete!

TL: YYang

It had been ten days since entering the apocalypse.

In the past few days, as the strength of Evolvers increased—especially among the Pioneers in Group Chat No. 001—this progress became even more evident.

The emergence of mutants, although significant, was not particularly exaggerated given the massive numbers of zombies.

During this time, as Chen Bai had mentioned earlier, there were trades involving parts of other mutant creatures.

However, one item was the Claw of a Tyrant, and the other was the Flesh Mountain Core.

Chen Bai already possessed both of these.

This wasn’t surprising. The Flesh Mountain was unique, but Tyrants—zombies that evolved specifically in strength and agility—were relatively more common.

In contrast, spiritual mutants like Aberranta and Lords were undeniably rarer.

Especially Lords!

These mutants, capable of controlling other zombies with unimaginably powerful mental strength, were almost always accompanied by massive corpse tides whenever they appeared.

Chen Bai knew that gathering the materials and fulfilling the conditions for crafting the blueprint equipment Biochemical Disaster was no easy task.

However, upon returning to the stronghold, he discovered some leads on the Lords’ whereabouts and information. This came through the mission from the Golden City-Building Order, aided by the Cosmic Will’s intervention.

This discovery was an incredible surprise for Chen Bai.

At this very moment, for the other Evolvers standing on the city walls, seeing the countless zombies coming from the mountain path made them all nervously swallow hard.

Over the past few days, they had ventured into Jiangcheng, clearing zombies house by house.

Killing one with a single slash had been a thrilling experience. But when these zombies gathered into a corpse tide, they no longer behaved the same way. Anyone watching the endless zombie horde rushing toward them would be unable to remain indifferent.

“This must be the first proper corpse tide since the apocalypse began, right?”

Song Ziqiong also stood atop the city walls.

As the leader of this stronghold, she naturally had to be present at such a moment.

Chen Bai, however, didn’t answer her.

A corpse tide could also form if excessive noise in the city attracted surrounding zombies. But the dense swarm of zombies blocking the entire path ahead was undoubtedly a bona fide corpse tide.

Chen Bai finally spoke: “Is everything ready?”

Song Ziqiong nodded. Atop the city walls, massive boulders were placed beside the many Evolvers.

These weapons, typically used to defend against sieges in ancient times, could still inflict significant damage in this situation.

Without modern firearms, these were the best defensive weapons available!

“Has Meng Meng’s residence been arranged? Has she moved in?”

Song Ziqiong rolled her eyes at Chen Bai: “It’s done. Earlier, we just found a young girl in the city, and now you’ve picked up another one!”

Chen Bai turned his head, glancing at Song Ziqiong from atop the Flesh Mountain Wall.

“Others aside, Meng Meng is different. I don’t want her to suffer any unfair treatment here. If there is, I don’t care what the reason is—don’t blame me for showing no mercy!”

Seeing the coldness in Chen Bai’s gaze, Song Ziqiong felt a trace of grievance. However, she quickly straightened up and replied seriously: “Rest assured, I know what to do!”

“Getting along with her will only benefit you. Meng Meng isn’t as temperamental as Song Ge; she won’t be difficult to deal with.”

Chen Bai exhaled slowly, releasing a long breath, and prepared to leap off the city wall.

However, just as he was about to move, Song Ziqiong spoke again: “Wait, take this!”

Chen Bai was momentarily stunned. When he turned back to look, his eyebrows raised in surprise.

What he saw were two pieces of equipment!

And they were precisely items Chen Bai needed.

Previously, Chen Bai had already acquired three pieces of the Plague Set.

The first was the Plague Boots, followed by the Plague Robe, and then the Plague Gloves, which he found just before leaving the stronghold.

Now, in front of him, were two more special pieces of equipment.

[Plague Badge (E-Rank)]
[Type: Armor – Heartguard]
[Attributes: Spirit +5]
[Toxic Boost: Enhances the effects of all plague-related skills!]
[Plague Set (4/5): All Attributes +10; attacks carry plague effects!]
[Equipment Requirement: Evolver Level ≥ 5]

(PS: This badge, worn by Plague Envoys during the spread of plague and death, symbolizes the dissemination of disease!)

But that wasn’t all! The next item truly shocked Chen Bai, giving him a strong sense of déjà vu—a unique piece of equipment:

[Bird Beak Mask (D-Rank)]
[Type: Armor – Headgear]
[Attributes: All Attributes +10]
[Deathbringer: All damage dealt to enemies 5 levels or more below the wearer (and under level 15) has a 1% instant-death chance!]
[Plague Set (5/5): All Attributes +15; attacks carry plague effects; unlocks set skill Disease Cloud.]
[Disease Cloud: Surrounds the user with a cloud of disease, inflicting a “Poison” debuff on all nearby enemies.]
[Equipment Requirement: Evolver level ≥ 5]

(PS: The bird-beak doctor’s mask was not just a barrier against disease and plague but also a symbol of death and despair!)

This…

Even Chen Bai couldn’t help but draw a sharp breath.

The set’s effects were nothing short of extraordinary!

The Bird Beak Mask was clearly the core piece of the Plague Set.

Combined, the entire Plague Set boosted the four core attributes by a staggering 30 points!

With the completion of this set, Chen Bai’s total attributes were now nearing the 200-point threshold, elevating his strength to an entirely new level.

The enhanced attributes aside, the effects and abilities of the Plague Set were remarkable.

The Disease Cloud was essentially a game-changing group skill, capable of massive area-wide damage.

Chen Bai looked at Song Ziqiong and asked: “This… you’re giving it to me?”

Song Ziqiong’s red lips curved into a smile: “You need it, don’t you?”

This woman… interesting.

Chen Bai nodded, saying nothing more. For the first time, he leaned forward and lightly kissed her forehead.

The Zombie Mask that he had worn for so long was finally replaced. Now, donning the Bird Beak Mask and the dark green and black Plague Set, Chen Bai truly appeared like a harbinger of death—a plague doctor from the Middle Ages.

Without hesitation, Chen Bai leapt from the towering Flesh Mountain Wall, over ten meters high, to test the capabilities of the Plague Set.

Meanwhile, Song Ziqiong said to those nearby: “Begin the live broadcast—show the world the founding of White Emperor City! Let every Evolver know, especially those in the Dragon Nation, that White Emperor City will be the most trustworthy and dependable stronghold in the future!”