Mysterious Resurrection: What If

Chapter 162 The Figure Outside the Gate
Under a cloudless sky, several transport planes roared through the air, heading straight for Dayang City.

The headquarters attaches great importance to the museum, not only because of Yang Jian's orders, but also because of Wang Xiaoming's involvement.

Although Wen Zhong only gave a general idea over the phone, Wang Xiaoming quickly guessed the purpose of the museum.

Some have even begun to suspect that the scarcity of paranormal events in Dayang City may be inextricably linked to this phenomenon.

Inside the cabin, Jiang Shangbai leaned back in his seat and suddenly blurted out, "Li Jun, instead of guarding Wang Xiaoming at headquarters, you're running around everywhere. Aren't you afraid he'll get killed?"

Jiang Shangbai, the person in charge of the Friends Circle placed in the headquarters, was originally there to participate in the Captain Project. However, after the incident of Dajing City going out of control, he was completely suppressed by Yang Jian and returned to the Friends Circle. However, he still has a nominal position in the headquarters, with authority equivalent to that of the person in charge. Of course, he also needs to solve a certain number of supernatural events.

Fang Shiming arranged for him to come on this mission. He was very well-informed through his social circle. As soon as Fang Shiming learned that Li Jun was on a mission, he immediately sent Jiang Shangbai along.

His wrinkled face was sallow, and his bright features looked out of place and strange. Li Jun spoke in a deep voice, as if he were speaking through a human skin.

“Jiang Shangbai, headquarters has always turned a blind eye to your identity. I hope you can also recognize your place. I will be leading this operation, and all standards will be the same as those in the military. If you say another word, I will throw you down.”

Jiang Shangbai gave a cold laugh, secretly resentful. Why didn't you dare say these things to Yang Jian? However, he didn't say anything more and sat down to rest with his eyes closed.

The transport plane was very fast. In less than half an hour, the massive aircraft had slowly landed in Dayang City.

Dozens of staff members filed out of the cabin. These were temporary reinforcements from headquarters, as the museum covers a vast area, almost the size of an old town.

Wen Zhong had been waiting there for a long time. When he saw Li Jun getting off the transport plane from afar, he immediately went to greet him.

Without much small talk, he went straight to the point: "Captain Li, I've set up a temporary command post next to the museum, and I've already sent people to review the building data for the surrounding area. We'll need to observe the exact area to be cordoned off for a while. However, I suggest expanding the area as much as possible, completely surrounding the area without disrupting the normal lives of residents."

Li Jun nodded. It was a greeting, though he had only met Wen Zhong a few times, and the impression he left was still quite strong.

"You did a great job. Headquarters attaches great importance to this place. Professor Wang needs some specific information about the place. Tell us about what you and Yang Jian experienced inside."

The three of them walked towards the museum, chatting as they went.

"I have already submitted the detailed report. Captain Li can review it now, and you can ask me any questions you may have."

Jiang Shangbai asked, "Who in their right mind would believe a report like that? We're about to go inside, so you'd better explain the precautions beforehand."

"you are?"

Wen Zhong had only been at headquarters for a short time and had not yet met Jiang Shangbai.

"Reserve captain, Jiang Shangbai."

“Oh…” Wen Zhong raised an eyebrow. “I remember now, you’re the one who fought Yang Jian for the captain’s position and was almost killed by him. I’ve heard of you.”

Jiang Shangbai's face darkened, but he couldn't lash out because Li Jun was there. He said coldly, "Stop talking nonsense and tell us what's going on inside."

"It's all in the report, you can go and see for yourself."

Wen Zhong continued rambling on, clearly not intending to let them in.

The three of them were already standing under the museum's plaque. Li Jun looked up, and the ancient, heavy atmosphere enveloped him, causing his expression to shift slightly. Headquarters had investigated this place, but unfortunately, they hadn't found any relevant records; the only thing they knew was that it was built during the Republic of China era. He said, "Wen Zhong, this mission was personally assigned by Professor Wang. I understand Yang Jian doesn't want too many people going into the museum, but this concerns the safety of the entire city, so I hope you can cooperate."

"Captain Li is joking. I was definitely following orders from headquarters. But as I said in my report, I was blinded by a ghost as soon as I went in and couldn't see anything. Yang Jian led us the whole way. You can ask him yourself if you don't believe me."

As he spoke, Wen Zhong took out a satellite phone from his pocket and made a gesture as if to dial Yang Jian's number.

Jiang Shangbai's expression changed. He didn't want to see Yang Jian at all, that madman who liked to kill people at the slightest provocation.

He hurriedly said, "Wen Zhong, no rush. Of course we believe your report, but there are some details we still need to confirm with you. Didn't you just say there was a temporary command post? Let's go there to talk."

"That's good. Otherwise, I would work my butt off to solve paranormal cases, only to be suspected by my own people. I would lose all motivation to work."

Wen Zhong led the way. "Please follow me, both of you. This matter is urgent; sealing off this area as soon as possible is our top priority."

Led by Wen Zhong, the three quickly arrived at an open space where several tents were pitched. Communication equipment and documents were piled up, and the staff carried out their deployment in an orderly manner.

The staff at headquarters are very professional and have begun to gradually expand the coverage area. There are personnel stationed at intervals to evacuate the surrounding people from the inside out.

Fortunately, no one lived in this area, so the evacuation went smoothly, and by evening the surrounding area had been completely cleared.

The cordon was set up, and the vast area was deserted.

"Captain Li, all personnel within a kilometer of the museum have been evacuated. We can now begin the lockdown. Several security companies have contacted me, some of which are highly professional. We can consider them."

Such a large-scale cleanup operation was hard to miss. Some business owners with a bit of connections had already sensed the business opportunity. Many of them even came in person and were now all arranged by Wen Zhong to stay in a temporary office.

"No rush." ​​Li Jun stood up, holding a thin thread in his hand. It was shriveled, like human intestines.

"Now that the surrounding area has been cleared, I need to go inside."

He wrapped the thin thread around his wrist and said to Jiang Shangbai, "You know what to do. If you can't hold on any longer, give the thread to Wen Zhong."

Jiang Shangbai smiled and took the thread: "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing. Captain Li, just go in with peace of mind. I will definitely not let go."

Wen Zhong watched from the side, wanting to stop Li Jun, but couldn't find any excuse.

Li Jun walked towards the door. His character had always been like this; for him, absolute obedience to orders was a soldier's duty.

However, Wen Zhong still offered a word of advice, "Captain Li, besides the location mentioned in the report, there's another corridor. I suggest you don't go in."

"Understood." Li Jun glanced back at Wen Zhong, then strode out.

Just as Li Jun was preparing to take action.

In the open space in front of the museum, a middle-aged man suddenly appeared. His clothes did not look like those of this era; he wore a long robe and cloth shoes.

At first glance, the man seemed normal, but if someone looked closely, they would notice that four figures were faintly visible around his body, like four walls, trapping him firmly in the center.

(End of this chapter)