After sending the elderly man home safely, Lin Chen returned to his own house and fell into deep thought. The old man's warning made him realize that the mutated beast on the top floor was a huge hidden danger. If he didn't solve it as soon as possible, it would threaten the safety of all the residents in the building at any time, including his parents.
Moreover, he also needed more supplies. The food at home was really not enough, and he had to find more resources to ensure that his family could survive for a longer time. The top floor might have more supplies stored by other residents, and defeating the powerful beast would also make him stronger, which was a necessary challenge.
He made up his mind to go to the top floor to eliminate the mutated beast. Before taking action, he made careful preparations. First, he checked his attribute panel carefully, and his current stats were clearly displayed in front of him:
Host: Lin Chen
Physique: 10
Spirit: 9
Talent: All Attribute Insight
Skills: None
Status: Healthy
His physique and mental strength had been improved after defeating the previous two beasts, which gave him a certain confidence to face the stronger enemy. He then checked his weapons and supplies again: the steel pipe was still solid and durable, enough to deal with close combat; the first-aid kit was complete, with sufficient disinfectant and bandages to deal with possible injuries; he also packed enough water and two pieces of compressed biscuits to replenish his physical strength during the battle.
He told his parents his plan, and they immediately opposed it worriedly. His mother's eyes were red, and she held his hand tightly: "Xiao Chen, that beast is too dangerous. Let's not go, okay? We can endure for a few more days, maybe the situation will get better..." His father also looked at him nervously, hoping that he would give up this risky move.
Lin Chen looked at his parents firmly, and said in a calm but resolute tone: "Dad, Mom, if I don't solve this beast, it will come to attack us sooner or later. I have to eliminate the danger. I will be careful, and I will definitely come back safely." He knew that his parents were worried about him, but he had to take this step to protect them.
After repeatedly comforting his parents, he finally persuaded them. He told them to lock the door tightly from the inside after he went out, not to make any sound, and not to open the door no matter what noise they heard outside. Then, he took a deep breath, held the steel pipe tightly, and walked out of the house, heading towards the top floor step by step.