After the emergency meeting, the researchers in the base threw themselves into the intense R & D work. Their goal was clear: to develop equipment that could counter the mysterious organization's secret weapon within a month.
In the research laboratory, all kinds of instruments were flashing lights, and the desks were piled up with papers and data. Lynn, as the core member of the research team, was extremely busy. She held the crystal brought back from the ancient relic and carefully studied its composition and energy fluctuations.
"Captain, the energy of this crystal is very special. We can't fully master how to use it at present," Lynn said, frowning.
I looked at the crystal, also feeling a bit worried. "Is there any other way? We don't have much time left."
Lynn shook her head. "At present, we can only start with the surface characteristics of the crystal and try to extract its energy. But this requires a lot of time and experiments."
Meanwhile, other researchers were also trying to develop new weapons and defensive equipment. They disassembled the advanced weapons seized from the black - clothed men, trying to reverse - engineer the technology.
"Captain, the manufacturing process of these weapons is very complicated. It's very difficult for us to replicate the same weapons in a short time," a researcher said helplessly.
I patted him on the shoulder. "Do your best. We can't give up any hope."
As days passed, the R & D work progressed slowly. The experiments on extracting the crystal's energy always failed, and the development of new weapons also hit a bottleneck. The atmosphere in the base became more and more depressing.
"Captain, this won't work. The one - month time will pass quickly, and we won't have enough time to complete the R & D," Tom said worriedly.
Looking at everyone's tired faces, I also felt very sad. "Everyone, hold on a little longer. We will definitely find a way."
Just when we were in trouble, a team member rushed in. "Captain, there's a mysterious man outside. He says he has something important to talk to you about."
My heart skipped a beat. "A mysterious man? Who could it be? Bring him in."
After a while, a thin man was brought in. He was wearing a shabby clothes, but his eyes were very sharp.
"Who are you? What do you want to talk to me about?" I asked.
The man smiled. "My name is Jack. I'm a wandering scientist. I heard that you're fighting against the mysterious organization. I think I can help you."
I looked at him suspiciously. "What can you do for us? We're facing a lot of problems now."
Jack said confidently, "I have some research on ancient technology. Maybe I can help you solve the problem of extracting the crystal's energy."
I was overjoyed but still remained vigilant. "Why do you want to help us? What's your purpose?"
Jack sighed. "The ambition of the mysterious organization is too great. If they rule the wasteland world, none of us will have a good life. I just want to contribute to the peace of the wasteland world."
I thought for a moment and decided to trust him. "Okay, then give it a try. I hope you can really help us."
Jack immediately got to work. He carefully observed the crystal and then started bustling around in the laboratory.
After several days of hard work, Jack finally made some progress. "Captain, I found that the energy of the crystal needs a special catalyst to be extracted. This catalyst may exist somewhere in the wasteland world."
I asked excitedly, "Where can we find this catalyst?"
Jack took out a map. "According to my research, this catalyst may be in an ancient relic in the north. There used to be a technologically advanced city there, but it was abandoned later."
Looking at the map, I had a plan in mind. "I've decided to lead a team to the ancient relic in the north to look for the catalyst. Lynn, you continue to lead the research team to carry out other aspects of R & D."
Lynn nodded. "Don't worry, Captain. We'll do our best."
So, I selected several elite team members such as Tom and Kevin to form a team and set off towards the ancient relic in the north. Along the way, we encountered various dangers. The environment in the wasteland world was very harsh, with fierce beasts and other hostile forces.
"Captain, there's a group of bandits ahead. What should we do?" Tom asked.
I observed the situation. "Let's try to avoid conflicts with them. Take a detour."
But the bandits seemed to have noticed us and chased after us. "Stop! Hand over your supplies."
I shouted loudly, "We don't have time to entangle with you. Get out of the way."
The bandits didn't listen to our advice and continued to approach. Helplessly, we had to fight with them. After a fierce battle, we finally repelled the bandits.
"Everyone be careful. There may be more dangers ahead," I said.
After several more days of arduous trekking, we finally reached the ancient relic in the north. The relic was covered by a pile of ruins, and a mysterious atmosphere filled the surroundings.
"Everyone be careful. There may be traps here," I whispered.
We carefully walked into the relic and began to look for the catalyst. Suddenly, a team member shouted, "Captain, there's a huge basement entrance here."
I walked over and saw some strange symbols at the entrance. "Lynn isn't here, and we can't crack these symbols. Everyone go in carefully and pay attention to safety."
We walked down the stairs into the basement. It was pitch - black inside, and a damp smell filled the air. Suddenly, the lights flickered, and a group of mechanical monsters appeared in front of us.
"Bad, there's an enemy," I shouted.
The battle resumed. The mechanical monsters were very powerful in attack, and our team members were struggling. "Everyone concentrate your fire and attack their weak points."
After a bitter fight, we finally defeated the mechanical monsters. Continuing to explore forward, we finally found the catalyst.
"Great, we found it," I said excitedly.
Just as we were about to leave, we suddenly heard a sound of footsteps. A group of black - clothed men appeared in front of us.
"You think you can take the catalyst so easily? You won't leave here alive today," a black - clothed man said coldly.
A new battle began...