Shen Jingqi tightly held the box, skillfully dodging the attacks of the Black-clothed Man. He knew this box must never fall into their hands. Xu An saw Shen Jingqi acquire the box, feeling ecstatic. He intensified his attack, hoping to buy Shen Jingqi more time.

"Shen Jingqi, take the box and go ahead, I'll cover you!" Xu An shouted loudly, his eyes revealing a resolute decision to face death if necessary.

Shen Jingqi hesitated for a moment, aware that Xu An was taking a risk. But to unravel the mystery of the experiment, to save Cong Nanxue and the world, he couldn't hesitate. He gritted his teeth and said, "Alright, be careful!" Then he turned and ran towards the exit of the laboratory.

The Black-clothed Man saw Shen Jingqi attempting to flee and pursued him. Xu An stood firm like a wall, blocking their path. He waved his weapon, engaging in a desperate struggle with them. He was already wounded but showed no intention of retreating. His gaze was filled with determination and courage, as if telling the Black-clothed Man: "You'll have to step over my corpse to get past!"

Shen Jingqi ran desperately, hearing shouts and sounds of battle behind him. Worry filled his heart, uncertain if Xu An could withstand the attack of the Black-clothed Man. But he knew he couldn't stop; he had to quickly find a safe place, open the box, and uncover its secrets.

Finally, he reached a relatively safe corner, leaning against the wall, gasping for breath. His hands trembled slightly as he slowly opened the box. Inside were some documents and a small bottle. Shen Jingqi first picked up the documents, quickly flipping through them.

As he read further, his eyes widened, his face displaying a shocked expression. It turned out the experiment wasn't just about studying the manipulation of human consciousness but also involved something more mysterious and dangerous—time-space distortion. During the experiment, they attempted to use this power to open a portal to another time and space, aiming to tap into the powerful energy from that realm. However, an unforeseen incident occurred during the experiment, causing a rift in time and space, allowing unknown creatures and forces to begin pouring into this world.

"So, that's the truth... Such a huge secret is hidden behind it." Shen Jingqi murmured, filled with fear and worry about what disaster these unknown creatures and forces might bring to this world.

He picked up the small bottle again, examining it closely. It contained a blue liquid, emitting a mysterious glow. The document mentioned that this liquid was a key substance in the experiment, containing immense energy but also very dangerous. If used carelessly, it might lead to even more severe consequences.

"What exactly is this liquid? How does it relate to time-space distortion?" Shen Jingqi was full of questions. He decided he must share this information with Xu An, then figure out a way to stop the Black-clothed Man's plan and solve the mystery behind the experiment.

At that moment, he heard footsteps approaching from a distance. His body froze instantly, nervously watching the direction of the sound. Could it be the Black-clothed Man pursuing him? His hands tightly grasped the box, ready to face any potential danger.

The footsteps grew closer, and Shen Jingqi's heart beat faster. Finally, a familiar figure appeared before him. It was Xu An! Xu An was covered in wounds, his clothes stained with blood, but his eyes still revealed determination and courage.

"Xu An, are you okay?" Shen Jingqi asked anxiously, his eyes filled with worry.

Xu An shook his head, saying, "I'm fine, just a few minor injuries. Did you open the box? What's inside?"

Shen Jingqi hurriedly showed Xu An the documents and the small bottle, explaining what he had seen. As Xu An listened, his brows furrowed deeply, his gaze heavy, saying, "This secret is more serious than we imagined. We must quickly find the true mastermind and stop their plan, or the world will plunge into a great disaster."

They started carefully examining the documents, hoping to find clues about the mastermind. In the corner of a document, they discovered a strange symbol. This symbol had appeared elsewhere in the laboratory, seemingly a mark of an organization.

Shen Jingqi's fingers gently stroked a peculiar symbol on the box, its lines twisted and complex, "Could this symbol be the organization mark of the mastermind?" he murmured, his voice echoing in the silent laboratory, carrying a hint of uncertainty yet filled with hope.

His heartbeat accelerated involuntarily, his mind flooded with thoughts. If this symbol was indeed the mark of the mastermind, this would undoubtedly be a significant discovery. Following this clue might unveil the mastermind's mysterious veil and reveal the truth behind this conspiracy. His eyes sparkled with hope, as if seeing a glimmer of light in the darkness.

Xu An stood nearby, arms crossed, brows slightly furrowed, his gaze cautious. He pondered for a moment, then nodded, saying, "Exactly, we can't let any clues slip by. Every detail could be key to finding the mastermind. But before that, we need to handle this box and its contents, ensuring the Black-clothed Man doesn't seize them again."

His gaze quickly scanned the surroundings, alert to possible dangers. He knew the Black-clothed Man wouldn't easily abandon the box; they might be lurking somewhere, waiting for a chance to strike again. He had to ensure the box's safety before confidently pursuing the clues.

They exchanged a glance, understanding each other's thoughts. Carefully, they closed the box, Shen Jingqi hugging it tightly, feeling its weight, as if holding the key to unraveling all mysteries. Xu An walked ahead, vigilantly observing the surroundings, each step taken cautiously, fearing triggering any mechanism.

They decided to hide the box in a safe place. The laboratory was complex, the passages intertwined, resembling a giant maze. They followed a narrow corridor, filled with a pungent smell, the walls flickering with eerie light. Shen Jingqi closely tailed Xu An, his steps urgent, heart both anxious and excited. Anxious about unknown dangers ahead, excited finally to find a possible clue to the truth.

"Where do you think is the safest place to hide the box?" Shen Jingqi asked softly, his voice echoing in the corridor, tinged with unease.

Xu An halted, surveying the surroundings. At the end of the corridor was a small room, its door ajar, emitting a faint light. He thought for a moment, then said, "There, looks quite secluded. But before entering, we must check for any danger."

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