Li Lin clenched his fists, feeling the surge of energy within him. "Now, it's time for us to strike back."
An unprecedented power erupted from deep within his heart, and his eyes sparkled with a blue light. "Xiao Xing, let's do this together."
Xiao Xing let out a crisp chirp, the blue light becoming even more dazzling.
The Raider Leader aimed his gun, but was blinded by the sudden brilliance. "Damn it, fire!"
Gunfire erupted, bullets raining down like a storm.
Instinctively, Li Lin reached out his hand, and a blue energy shield appeared out of nowhere, blocking all the bullets.
"This... this is impossible!" The Raider Leader retreated in disbelief.
Alpha quickly regained composure. "Everyone, counterattack!"
The laboratory was instantly thrown into chaos.
Li Lin and Xiao Xing worked in perfect harmony, the blue light guiding their movements as they took down the raiders one by one.
Liya and Dr. Bella seized the opportunity to activate the laboratory's defense system, sealing off all exits.
The battle ended swiftly, with all the raiders subdued.
Breathing heavily, Li Lin felt the energy within him gradually settle. "What on earth is happening?"
Alpha approached, his expression complex. "It seems we have a lot to discuss."
"Don't rush," Dr. Bella interrupted. "Li Lin, come with me."
She led Li Lin to a complex piece of equipment. "I need to conduct a detailed examination again."
Li Lin lay down on the examination table as various instruments began to operate.
Ten minutes later, Dr. Bella stared at the screen, her brow furrowed. "This... this is impossible..."
"What’s wrong?" Li Lin asked nervously.
Dr. Bella took a deep breath. "Your DNA... has a 60% similarity to the Starwing Beast."
Li Lin was stunned. "What does that mean?"
Alpha stepped forward. "It seems it's time to tell you the truth."
He pulled out an old dog tag and handed it to Li Lin. "Do you recognize this?"
Li Lin took the dog tag, which bore a name and number strikingly similar to his own. "This is..."
"Your father's," Alpha said solemnly. "He was one of our finest scientists."
Li Lin felt a wave of dizziness wash over him. "My father? But... I've been an orphan since I was little."
Alpha shook his head. "That was to protect you; we placed you in the orphanage for your safety."
"Back then, during the research, there was an accident. Your father injected the experimental substance to protect the embryo," Alpha paused, "and that embryo is you."
Li Lin felt a tightening in his chest. "So... I have the genes of the Starwing Beast?"
"That's right," Dr. Bella interjected. "You and the Starwing Beast are both new species created by humanity to cope with the environment after the Nuclear War."
Li Lin turned to Xiao Xing, suddenly understanding why it felt so close to him. "We are... kindred?"
Xiao Xing gently nuzzled his hand, as if confirming their bond.
Just then, Liya rushed in, breathless. "This is bad! A large force from the Raiders Group is approaching the base!"
Alpha's expression changed instantly. "How did they find this place?"
Li Lin suddenly had a thought. "Wait, could it be...?"
He glanced at the bound Raider Leader, who showed a flicker of panic in his eyes.
Li Lin stepped forward, looking down at him. "Speak up, who is your inside informant?"
The Raider Leader gritted his teeth. "I won't say anything!"
A glimmer of blue light flashed in Li Lin's eyes. "Are you sure about that?"
The leader visibly trembled. "I... I really don't know! Someone provided us with the location of the base, but I don't know who it is!"
Alpha frowned. "The location of the base is top secret information, and only a handful of people know it." "That means..." Liya turned pale. "Is there a traitor among us?" The atmosphere in the laboratory suddenly became solemn. Li Lin clenched his fists. "No matter who it is, we don't have time to track down the traitor. We have to deal with the crisis at hand first." Alpha nodded. "You are right. We must evacuate immediately and move to the backup base." "Wait!" Dr. Bella suddenly shouted. "There is one more thing you must know." Everyone's eyes were focused on her. Dr. Bella took a deep breath. "According to my research, the abilities of Li Lin and Starwing Beast are far from being developed to their limits. If they can fully awaken, perhaps they can... change the world." Li Lin was stunned. "Change the world? How?" Dr. Bella was about to speak when suddenly a violent explosion was heard, and the entire base was shaking. "They're breaking in!" Liya exclaimed. Alpha made a prompt decision. "Start the emergency evacuation procedure immediately! Li Lin, you and Starwing Beast come with me." Li Lin picked up Xiao Xing and followed Alpha out of the laboratory. Fierce gunfire rang out in the corridor, and the air was filled with smoke. Li Lin looked back at Dr. Bella and Liya "What about you guys?"
"We'll be fine," Liya said firmly. "Let's go!"
Li Lin gritted his teeth and turned to follow Alpha.
They navigated through the intricate corridors until they reached a concealed elevator.
Alpha entered the password, and the elevator doors slowly opened.
Just then, a familiar voice called out from behind, "Stop!"
Li Lin spun around, shocked to see a figure he never expected—Rick.
"Rick? You..." Li Lin couldn't believe his eyes.
Rick held a gun, a complex light flickering in his eyes. "I'm sorry, Li Lin. I have no choice."
The depth of human betrayal pierced Li Lin's heart unexpectedly, but he quickly composed himself and coldly asked, "Why?"
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