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Upon hearing Ying Zhao's words, Situ Ran's face displayed a look of astonishment. He asked, "Darling, how did you come to know of this?"

"Not just the guards dispatched by the Situ family, but even the mercenary squads haven't detected this."

Ying Zhao, hearing Situ Ran's words, showed a bashful smile, but he didn't answer directly.

He simply told the man, "I have my ways."

Predictably, his lover didn't press further, yet he completely believed the information Ying Zhao provided.

Frowning slightly, Situ Ran couldn't help but think that the situation was more severe than he had initially believed.

Nonetheless, the man felt it prudent to consult Ying Zhao before making a move, hence he asked if he had any other plans.

Ying Zhao, however, casually informed Situ Ran that he didn't have any particular plans in mind.

Seeing the puzzlement on Situ Ran's face, Ying Zhao nonchalantly remarked, "Who owns this base doesn't matter to me."

"I initially thought, if the southern base took control here without interfering in our lives, I'd be indifferent."

"But if they target you, I'd simply take you and leave."

"I believe in my capabilities, confident I can provide a good life for you wherever we are."

"What about the post-apocalyptic antidote? Don't you plan on continuing its research?"

Having been by the young man's side for so long, Situ Ran understood his deep passion and love for research and couldn't help but voice his query.

After all, it's of paramount importance, and a successful antidote against the zombie virus would immortalize him.

Surprisingly, upon hearing this, the young man casually responded, "That's not vital. While I'm interested in research, I don't necessarily have to focus on the zombie antidote."

"Fame never mattered to me. Situ Ran, don't you get it? The only reason I stayed in the research institute from the start was you!"

Although the young man's tone was light, his words carried profound weight.

Situ Ran felt as if his heart was tightly clenched, leaving him speechless for a moment.

Was it true? Was he the sole entity of importance in the young man's heart?

He had long suspected that the young man might not truly care about these lives, but hearing it from his beloved was still startling.

He's a genius who could change the world.

Situ Ran had long realized that neither he nor Situ Shuyao were the real saviors.

The young man's talent was the true means to end the apocalypse.

Yet, he didn't care.

When a savior is unwilling to serve the world, perhaps everyone should feel a sense of dread.

However, when that savior regards one individual as his entire world, that person feels as if they're in paradise.

Evidently, that's exactly how Situ Ran felt, as if his heart might soar into the heavens.

He couldn't resist leaning down to find Ying Zhao's lips, wondering how someone could utter words so intoxicatingly sweet and exhilarating.

Just how much does this man love him!

He felt so indebted to him that he would willingly give his life!

The two indulged in an intense moment of intimacy before parting.

Ying Zhao touched his swollen lips, giving Situ Ran an innocent look, making the man guiltily scratch his nose.

He knew he'd been rather indulgent recently, but thankfully his beloved enjoyed his affections.

At worst, he'd just have to exercise restraint in the future.

Yes! He must show restraint!

Situ Ran thought firmly, wanting to be a more rational man.

But turning to see the blush at the corners of Ying Zhao's eyes, he swallowed hard.

He reiterated the reminder he'd just given himself.

Seeing his beloved possibly in discomfort, pouting his swollen lips,

That pitiable yet adorable appearance again made Situ Ran's head spin.

He silently chanted the word "restraint" several times in his mind.

But soon enough, his love turned to him, smiling gently.

Those beautiful eyes formed crescents, glistening from the earlier passionate moments.

Seeing this, the man clenched his fists, mentally shouting,

'No, I must hold back, must... forget holding back!'

Thus, an unsuspecting Ying Zhao found himself taken by surprise once more.

They reveled in each other's company, so much so that he felt thoroughly overwhelmed.

Afterward, an utterly spent Ying Zhao lay flat on the bed, gazing tearfully at his partner.

Situ Ran, feeling a bit guilty, pampered him with massages and sweet gestures.

After their escapade, they finally found a moment to discuss their future plans.

Situ Ran is a natural-born leader, and Ying Zhao's intelligence and insight are beyond ordinary comparison.

Both having discerned the intent of the southern base, they clearly anticipate each other's subsequent moves.

As for the next steps, Ying Zhao believes Deng Wendong could be a useful asset.

Naturally, he would spare no effort in helping his partner reclaim the base.

Yet, after sharing his thoughts with Situ Ran, the latter was hesitant about him interacting with Deng Wendong.

After all, Ying Zhao's goals weren't limited to just a base; the hidden puppet master of this miniature world was also his target.

With some persuasion and striking a series of concessions with his lover, Situ Ran reluctantly agreed to let Ying Zhao handle the matter.

When they headed to the research institute the next day, Situ Ran, as expected, followed closely behind Ying Zhao.

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