Special Agent’s Rebirth: The Almighty Goddess of Quick Transmigration - Chapter 278

Back when they had parted ways at Ye Shaohua’s villa, Ye Xiangxiang and the others never expected Su Ran’s group to still be alive.

After all, they had taken the route through villages and towns swarming with zombie hordes.

The chances of survival were practically zero.

The moment they saw Wei Wei, Ye Xiangxiang and her team began doubting their own eyes.

Wei Wei also recognized Ye Xiangxiang and the other two.

In fact, she remembered them vividly—their words still echoed in her ears:

“Su Ran, you’ll regret this.”

Wei Wei couldn’t help but wonder—What would Ye Xiangxiang’s reaction be if she saw Ye Shaohua now?

But regardless of her thoughts, Wei Wei didn’t hold much resentment toward the trio.

Still, when she heard Ye Xiangxiang’s “How are you still alive?”, she instinctively narrowed her eyes.

She approached them calmly, feigning nonchalance. “Why wouldn’t I be alive?”

“Of course you shouldn’t be! That route had a zombie horde!” Ye Xiangxiang blurted out without thinking.

Wei Wei studied her expression and finally confirmed it—They knew about the horde all along.

Her demeanor instantly cooled. “Guess I’m just lucky.”

Ye Xiangxiang and the others didn’t notice the shift in Wei Wei’s tone. They were too busy pressing her for answers—how had she survived? And why was she in A District, of all places?

This was A District, the heart of the Capital City Base, reserved for the most powerful figures.

But Wei Wei didn’t indulge them. She gave them a distant glance and turned to leave without another word.

“Wei Wei!” Xu Qi shouted, trying to chase after her.

But A District guards immediately blocked him. “This is a restricted zone. Civilians are not permitted!”

Helpless, Ye Xiangxiang and the others could only watch as Wei Wei walked away, their minds buzzing with unanswered questions.

Wei Wei was with Su Ran and Ye Shaohua’s group, right?

How is she alive?

No way—according to the previous timeline, Ye Shaohua should’ve died long ago!

The trio was drowning in confusion, but they never got another chance to speak to Wei Wei.

After all, A District residents weren’t people just anyone could casually meet.

…..

Ye Xiangxiang wasn’t one to sit idle. She soon took on a mission—an A-rank assignment with a second-tier crystal as the reward.

The task wasn’t overly difficult, but they were chased halfway across the wasteland by a third-tier fire-type zombie, leaving them utterly exhausted.

On their way back, Ye Changming and his wife spotted Ye Xiangxiang’s group from their vehicle.

Though Ye Xiangxiang looked different from her pre-apocalypse self, the couple recognized her immediately.

In truth, ever since learning of Ye Shaohua’s influence in the base, the two had been searching for Ye Xiangxiang.

They’d even repeatedly urged Ye Shaohua to look for her.

Even while out on missions, they never stopped asking around.

Now, catching that fleeting glimpse in the crowd, they were certain—it was her.

“Shaohua, I’m sure that was Xiangxiang,” Ye Changming said excitedly. “She’s in our base! We didn’t want to trouble you before, but now that we’ve found her… Shaohua, could you help us locate her?”

Since the apocalypse began, the couple had only worried about two people—Ye Shaohua and Ye Xiangxiang.

Of course, Ye Shaohua couldn’t reveal what Ye Xiangxiang had done in the previous life.

So she simply agreed. “Fine. I’ll have someone track her down.”

Relieved, the couple nodded. They knew full well how influential their daughter was now.

Two days later, Ye Shaohua delivered the news.

“Shaohua, you and Xiangxiang were always close. Won’t you come with us to see her?” Ye Changming asked, surprised.

Ye Shaohua refused outright. “No. The lab has too much work.”

Knowing how busy she was, the couple didn’t press further, only reminding her to take care of herself before rushing off to B District to reunite with Ye Xiangxiang.

…..

Meanwhile, Ye Shaohua did have urgent matters to attend to.

The lab’s virus research had finally yielded results.

With her intellect, no virus—no matter how complex—could remain a mystery for long.

She headed to the base’s medical wing, searching for newly infected test subjects.

This new drug was untested, its effects unknown.

Other bases had researchers like her, but most experimented on unwilling civilians—a practice despised by those with any sense of morality.

But Ye Shaohua was different.

Everyone knew that being her test subject was a blessing in disguise.

Not only were her drugs virtually side-effect-free, but participants were also compensated with food, crystals, or medicine.

While other bases’ researchers were hated, people fought for the chance to assist Ye Shaohua.

“Wait… Ye Shaohua?”

Gu Yuan couldn’t believe his eyes. Running into Wei Wei was one thing—but Ye Shaohua, alive and well?

He was injured, his mind foggy, but the sight of her sharpened his focus. “It’s really you?”

Ye Shaohua had been holed up in the lab for seven days straight, her appearance far from polished.

(Though her looks still carried her through.)

She glanced at Gu Yuan, her gaze indifferent.

This reaction puzzled him.

In both this life and the last, he’d always known Ye Shaohua had a crush on him.

But he’d never reciprocated.

Before the apocalypse, she was a spoiled rich girl living off her parents.

After the apocalypse? Still a burden.

How could he ever like someone like that?

This lifetime was no different—if anything, he resented her.

To avoid being dragged down, they’d abandoned her.

Yet here she was, standing before him in the Capital City Base.

Though she looked worse for wear.

Of course. A normal person like her couldn’t possibly thrive in this world.

“It’s me.”

She dismissed him with that single phrase, walking past without another word.

No attempts to cling to him. No lingering affection.

Gu Yuan found it strange but didn’t dwell on it. Instead, he hurried back to discuss this shocking discovery with Ye Xiangxiang and Xu Qi.

…..

“Maybe our rebirth altered her fate. Let’s just say she got lucky this time.” Ye Xiangxiang sneered. “But if I ever run into her, she won’t get off so easily.”

Xu Qi remained silent, but the cold way he sharpened his sword spoke volumes.

His thoughts clearly aligned with hers.

“Still, we have bigger concerns.” Ye Xiangxiang pushed thoughts of Ye Shaohua aside.

After all, someone so insignificant could be crushed anytime.

What truly mattered was the mystery surrounding the Capital City Base.

Recently, the trio had accepted an S-rank mission—rewarded with a third-tier crystal, enough to elevate a second-tier ability user.

The mission was brutal.

By the end, all three were injured, their energy depleted.

They’d need time to recover.

But for a third-tier crystal, it was worth it.

“This base is terrifying,” Gu Yuan murmured. “They’re just handing out third-tier crystals like candy. Whoever’s behind this must be at least fourth-tier.”

And they weren’t the only ones—the mission board listed over a dozen S-rank quests, meaning dozens of third-tier crystals were up for grabs.

According to the mission officer, all rewards came from the same person.

“I’ve always heard the Capital City Base was full of hidden talents,” Ye Xiangxiang said, eyes gleaming. “We have to stay. Our goal—move into A District within a year.”

During their recovery, the trio speculated endlessly about the mysterious powerhouse’s identity.

But no one from their past lives matched the description.

Rumors pointed to someone in the lab—a figure even more formidable than the lead scientist.

…..

Just then, the doorbell rang.

Assuming it was their teammates, Ye Xiangxiang opened the door—only to freeze at the sight of Ye Changming and his wife.

“Uncle? Auntie?” Her voice trembled with emotion. “It’s really you! I’ve been searching everywhere!”

She eagerly ushered them inside.

Xu Qi and Gu Yuan, however, wore complicated expressions.

They remembered how the couple’s daughter had betrayed them in their past life.

But they also recalled how these two had died—torn apart by zombies.

The memories left a bitter taste.

“Uncle. Aunt.” Xu Qi greeted them stiffly.

Ye Xiangxiang brought out two fresh apples—a rare luxury—and placed them on a plate, though not without reluctance.

“I was just thinking of how to find you, and here you are!”

She couldn’t wait to boast about her achievements, to prove how far she’d come.

“From today onward, you’ll live with me. No more suffering.”