The underground research institute was quite luxuriously built.
It had sixteen floors in total, from top to bottom.
The first floor was the largest, housing various means of transportation.
Here, Lin Feng even spotted two fighter jets that looked quite sci-fi, just like in the movies.
Further down, the area of each floor gradually decreased, making the entire underground research institute resemble a spinning top.
He wondered what kind of dangerous things this place was researching before the apocalypse, but now, it had become the territory of the Life Gene Association.
The first floor wasn't particularly interesting, so Lin Feng and Ophelia took the elevator directly to the second floor.
This floor was what a research institute was supposed to look like.
"What's our next move? Should we just mess everything up?" Ophelia, hiding behind Lin Feng, asked with excitement.
She was following closely behind Lin Feng, walking on the underground floors of the research institute.
Everywhere were gray-white buildings and metal walls, giving off a cold feeling.
The situation was as the elders in the village had described; everyone here was dressed immaculately.
Moreover, none of them bore the haggard look of humans in the apocalypse. Instead, they appeared energetic and healthy.
"Why mess things up?" Lin Feng dismissed the idea.
"We need to get to the control room and obtain some information..."
The location of the meteorite was the first piece of information Lin Feng wanted to know.
Only by knowing the exact whereabouts of the meteorite could there be a chance to destroy it.
This was the main quest, and Lin Feng hoped to complete it as soon as possible.
As for the side quests, they could be completed along the way.
Lin Feng's super-sensing ability could cover the entire planet, but he was unsure if extensive scanning might attract unwanted attention.
Therefore, to play it safe, Lin Feng was hesitant to use his abilities extensively, as it would be too conspicuous.
Hearing Lin Feng's words, Ophelia pouted and pondered for a long time.
"Do we need to know where the meteorite is, and also where the densely populated areas are?"
Ophelia recalled some side quests and said softly.
In this post-apocalyptic world, the Life Gene Association was clearly the best source for comprehensive information.
Lin Feng cast a surprised glance at her.
"Well, have you become smarter?"
Ophelia sheepishly rubbed the back of her head.
"I learned from the best..."
A well-placed compliment often smoothed things over, and this time, Ophelia successfully avoided stepping on any landmines.
Lin Feng nodded with satisfaction.
"Since you're being so sensible, the points for those side quests will be credited to your account..."
Although the second stage was a team effort, points were still calculated individually.
Most side quests were awarded based on effort, but teammates could also transfer them.
Ophelia became excited. Hearing that there were points to be earned, she immediately became energetic.
"Then, where should we start?"
Lin Feng continued walking forward without pause.
"Don't ask, don't say, just watch me perform."
"I said I'd carry you to victory, and I will!"
Lin Feng had already spotted his target: a middle-aged researcher with a serious expression.
The researcher was looking through a document while walking towards them.
His focused demeanor suggested dedication and professionalism, completely oblivious to the two extra people in the hallway.
Lin Feng glanced at the name tag on the researcher's chest and stepped forward to block his path.
"Dr. Kevin, tell me, where are the experimental areas and the main control computer!"
Normally, there would surely be a central control room.
And when it came to research, laboratories were indispensable.
Dr. Kevin, engrossed in his daily experiment report, was annoyed by being suddenly stopped.
Who dared to block his way in this research institute? And to interrupt his thoughts! Could it be some impulsive newcomer?
Looking up, Dr. Kevin saw that the person blocking his path was very young.
But in the next second, he felt something was wrong.
Dr. Kevin's mind was sharp; he was certain he had never seen these two people in the research institute before.
Instantly, a look of vigilance appeared in Dr. Kevin's eyes.
His gaze shifted downwards, and he noticed Lin Feng's chest lacked an identification badge.
Immediately, alarms blared in Dr. Kevin's mind, and he stepped back two paces.
"Who are you? How did you get here?"
"Guards, guards!"
As Dr. Kevin rapidly retreated, he also loudly called for the guards.
This action made Lin Feng pause for a moment.
"Damn, their awareness is pretty good, such high vigilance?"
Before Lin Feng could think further, a team of five guards ran out from the corridor.
"Dr. Kevin, what's happening?"
The five guards were clearly well-trained, immediately surrounding Dr. Kevin to form a protective circle.
Dr. Kevin pointed at Lin Feng, "These two people, these two..."
He intended to say these two were suspicious and should be apprehended immediately.
But before he could finish, Dr. Kevin suddenly fell silent, his eyes losing focus.
Simultaneously, the pupils of the five guards contracted, then returned to normal.
"There's nothing wrong here, you can stand down!" Lin Feng nodded at the guards.
"Yes!"
The guards bowed respectfully and then quickly retreated.
"Dr. Kevin, answer my previous question!" Lin Feng commanded.
Dr. Kevin, as if his mind had been wiped, his eyes filled with "intelligence."
He subconsciously obeyed Lin Feng's command.
"The laboratories are distributed on the tenth to the twelfth floors."
"And the archives and main control room are on the fifteenth floor..."
Lin Feng noted this down.
"Alright, you haven't seen me. Now, continue with your work!"
"Yes!"
Dr. Kevin bowed slightly with respect and then walked away with his file.
Everything seemed incredibly normal.
Seeing Dr. Kevin so compliant, Ophelia stuck out her tongue, no longer surprised.
After all, Lin Feng had used a similar ability at the entrance earlier.
She wished she had this mind-controlling skill too.
"Let's go, we'll check out the tenth floor first!"
Having obtained the information, Lin Feng didn't hesitate and headed towards the elevator.
Ophelia quickly followed.
"These people here are really quite vigilant, calling for guards without a word."
Ophelia remarked as they walked.
If it were her just now, she would have panicked.
She didn't quite understand how Dr. Kevin, like a surveillance camera, had instantly identified them as suspicious.
Her easy entry into the research institute earlier had given her the illusion that the mission was simple.
Now it seemed the mission wasn't simple, but rather it was the boss leading the way.
Lin Feng seemed to have grown accustomed to explaining things to the simple-minded Ophelia.
As he pressed the elevator button, he turned back to explain.
"That Dr. Kevin probably has an ability similar to eidetic memory."
"The first glance he gave us, his eyes showing unfamiliarity and caution, indicated that he was absolutely certain he had never seen us before."
"His second glance at our chests was to confirm if we were personnel from another research institute."