Apocalypse: the Most Ruthless Person

”You know what I’m talking about, don’t interrupt.”

Zhang Ya wasn’t in the mood to joke with Wang Xin; after the terrifying moment this afternoon, she remained anxious.

Wang Xin took a deep breath of cold air, flicked his cigarette away, looked up at the ink-black sky, and said, ”Zombies are getting stronger, but we’re getting stronger too. Don’t be so pessimistic, that’s not like you at all. Cheer up!”

Saying this, Wang Xin stood up, bounced around, suddenly smirked, turned around, and bent over to lean on Zhang Ya’s back, whispering, ”Xiaoya, look, the scenery here is beautiful, no one would come here looking, shall we... unlock a new map?”

Upon hearing Wang Xin’s words, Zhang Ya was speechless, her head full of black lines, ”It’s so cold, what are you dreaming about!”

”How could it be a dream, I’m wide awake, hehe...”

”You really are dreaming!”

Similarly discussing dreams, the atmosphere between Yuwen and Zhao Dezhu was noticeably more tense.

”If not for today’s snowfall, things are getting better and better, I wouldn’t oppose you and Qingqing having a child. I’d even support it, but in this situation, I firmly disagree!”

What a coincidence, Wang Xin and Zhao Dezhu’s dreams are the same but with a slight difference: one didn’t consider making a baby while the other is thinking about it...

When Zhao Dezhu subtly shared his thoughts with Yuwen, he immediately faced harsh criticism.

”I also just... hehe, I’m not really, I just...”

”From the human perspective, reproducing is an unavoidable responsibility for every survivor. But I don’t want Qingqing to take risks, you can call me selfish or narrow-minded, but I’m also reminding you, without a clear future in sight, don’t do anything rash!”

Yuwen, who was initially half-lying, sat up when he got excited.

”Got it, got it, Uncle, don’t worry, I won’t be reckless, and Qingqing won’t either, don’t worry.”

Zhao Dezhu deeply regretted bringing up this topic earlier, blaming himself for being idle and ending up getting a scolding.

”I trust Qingqing wouldn’t agree to such a risky idea either, isn’t that right?”

Yuwen asked.

”Mm...”

Zhao Dezhu dejectedly nodded; Yu Qing indeed disagreed, which is why he came to discuss with Yuwen, hoping Yuwen could persuade Yu Qing because being a grandfather was somewhat tempting, but he didn’t expect the opposite to be so rational.

Yuwen softened his tone and said, ”Xiaozhao, everyone sees your growth, and I’m very pleased. Qingqing often talks about your progress, which is undeniable for all of us, but this... doesn’t change the bigger picture. Look at this afternoon... sigh, let’s not talk about this afternoon!”

This afternoon’s experience left those at Lego Mall with quite the psychological shock, the feeling of touching death was hard to bear.

After a brief silence, Yuwen spoke again, earnestly, ”Not talking about anything else, I’ll just emphasize one point, remember this...”

Zhao Dezhu noticed his father-in-law’s tone suddenly serious, immediately paying attention, ”Sure, Uncle, tell me, I’ll remember carefully.”

”First, I’ll express my stance. I, too, hope to become a grandfather within my lifetime, but I absolutely cannot let you take risks. Remember this, when Xinyu and Xiaoshan get pregnant, then you can with Qingqing... got what I mean?”

Based on Yuwen’s understanding of Zhang Su, his decisions are considered reliable indicators. If he decides to continue the bloodline, then it forms a stable foundation, at least he would make various decisions and efforts for stability.

Zhao Dezhu realized, slowly nodding, ”Understood, I understand!”

”Did you all understand?”

In another restaurant, Pang Dakun held a lock core, explaining unlocking techniques to Wu Lue and Qi Xiaoshuai.

”My eyes got it, but I think this thing needs practice!”

Qi Xiaoshuai touched his nose bridge, took the lock core from Pang Dakun’s hand, fiddling with it, didn’t feel much; it seems he wasn’t suited for this.

Wu Lue chuckled, starry-eyed, saying, ”I also think practice yields true knowledge. Seeing so many teachers’ works, it wasn’t until tonight’s practice that made me realize, it was that amazing. Ah, not living a wasted life, really want to enjoy a few more rounds.”

Qi Xiaoshuai and Pang Dakun exchanged a glance, realizing this guy wasn’t focused on unlocking, but thinking about sticking keys into locks.

”Brother Wu, I know I’m a few years younger than you, but I must advise you, some things we can’t overdo. My master taught me before, saying there are bulls dying from exhaustion, but no plowed fields. We’re consuming too much day after day, you better not go anymore!”

Pang Dakun posed as a precocious young man, earnestly advising Wu Lue, making Qi Xiaoshuai snicker.

”You little bird, go go go, I heard you finish in under three minutes, yet you’re bold enough to educate me. Though it’s also my first time, this brother persisted for a full five minutes! What’s wrong with enjoying a few more rounds? I’m fit and strong, not afraid they’ll drain me dry!”

Wu Lue, clearly not convinced, stood tall, thumping his chest.

Indeed, since the outbreak, he’s gotten much stronger, the dark circles gone, his hollow body now robust, full of vitality!

Qi Xiaoshuai waved his hand, ”Luezi, don’t show off, basic discipline is essential. We’re in good shape, but frankly speaking, if pinned by those older sisters earlier, three of you wouldn’t suffice. Then, facing zombies with trembling legs, Brother Su will tear you apart!”

Reaching the critical point, Wu Lue’s face trembled, no longer showing off, smirked dryly, sulking, ”We’re just bragging a bit, not really wanting rounds, at most one round, just one round, definitely won’t have weak legs!”

”Are you serious, want to go again?”

Qi Xiaoshuai saw Wu Lue with a yearning look, knowing he had plans.

”Experiencing it for the first time is hard to resist, just one round, come on, let’s go together. It’s a rare opportunity, tomorrow we’re heading to Civilization Guardian, then back to Celestial Horse Island. We won’t have these conditions later!”

Wu Lue was a bit scared to go downstairs alone, planning to drag Qi Xiaoshuai and Pang Dakun along.

Qi Xiaoshuai turned sideways to glance at the pitch-black mall, occasionally hearing whispers and coughs, he chuckled, waved his hand: ”I’m a bit tired, so I’m not going, haha...”

Pang Dakun was more straightforward, placing the lock core on the ground, ”Brother Wu, you can’t go, if you go again, I’ll tell Uncle!”