Chapter 21: Daddy is Mine
The woman gazed at Bo Yiliang with infatuation, still entranced, having forgotten the process of being chased by zombies.
Bo Yiliang looked at her coldly and said, "Why should I bring you? Where do you find the courage to think that I'd take you with me?"
Wen Xiaoxiao glanced at Bo Yiliang and retorted, "Why bother arguing with a lunatic?"
"Roar, roar, roar..."
The pursuing zombies had caught up with the woman.
The five kids inside the RV were slightly frightened.
Wen Bei tugged at Wen Mo's sleeve, her watery eyes staring at him as she said, "Brother, scared~"
Seeing the ferocious and hideous appearance of the zombies, Wen Bei cried, her chubby cheeks puffing up in fear.
Wen Mo watched everything outside the RV, pursing his lips tightly. He held his sister close and felt a bit scared himself.
Wen Heng looked at Wen Mo and said, "Brother, let's take the younger siblings back to the RV!"
However, Wen Xiao seemed unhappy with the idea, pouting his chubby lips and saying, "I don't want to. I want to watch Mom and Dad fight the monsters."
Wen Yang nodded in agreement. He was afraid, but he also wanted to see Mom and Dad defeat the monsters, just like Ultraman did in the shows he watched.
Wen Bei looked out of the RV and saw Mom and Dad. She also noticed the woman who was clinging to Dad. She puffed up her cheeks.
"She wants to stay too. Someone wants to steal Daddy. Daddy belongs to me!" Wen Bei overcame her fear and fixed her gaze outside, unblinking.
Seeing this, Wen Mo and Wen Heng could only stay behind as well.
Outside, Wen Xiaoxiao and Bo Yiliang had already charged forward to fight the zombies.
Their speed was fast. Wen Xiaoxiao held two hammers, passing one to Bo Yiliang.
With the hammers in hand, they struck the zombies' heads. Wen Xiaoxiao endured the putrid smell coming from the zombies, feeling a bit nauseated but managing to bear it.
There were only four zombies in total, and Wen Xiaoxiao and Bo Yiliang quickly dealt with them.
Inside the RV, the five kids had forgotten their fear, their eyes twinkling with admiration as they looked at the two of them.
"Brother, Mom and Dad are so cool!" Wen Bei stared admiringly at her parents.
Wen Xiao opened the RV door and ran out.
"Brother." Wen Mo saw his younger brother running down and followed suit.
Wen Xiao, a small figure, ran up to Wen Xiaoxiao and Bo Yiliang, his chubby arms held out. He looked at Bo Yiliang and said, "Daddy, carry me~"
Wen Xiaoxiao's expression darkened, and she scolded Wen Xiao, "Didn't Mom tell you to stay in the car? Why did you come out?"
Bo Yiliang picked Wen Xiao up and looked at Wen Xiaoxiao. His voice softened as he said, "Alright, don't be angry. Let's go home first."
Wen Xiaoxiao stared at Bo Yiliang coldly. "That's not your home. It's mine."
Meng Qing scratched his nose, wondering, "Are they flirting?"
Qi Yan felt a bit annoyed and looked at his phone, which he still couldn't get through. He was starting to worry.
Jiang Fu Ci pondered as he touched his chin. He wondered if it was his imagination, but it seemed that Yiliang had become much gentler than before, even his tone of speech had changed.
The forgotten woman glared at Wen Xiaoxiao angrily.
Why hadn't she encountered such a handsome man? Her eyes flashed with jealousy and resentment.
If Wen Xiaoxiao had heard her thoughts, she would surely have chuckled, "You're even after my child's father. You're quite desperate."
No one paid attention to her. She stepped forward, standing in front of Bo Yiliang and casting a flirtatious look at him. In a coquettish tone, she said, "Sir, can I follow you?"
Wen Xiaoxiao shivered in disgust and goosebumps erupted across her skin.
Before Bo Yiliang could say anything, Wen Bei jumped down to assert dominance.
"Daddy is mine!"
Chapter 22: The Wicked Woman
Hearing Wen Bei's voice, Bo Yiliang's pleasure couldn't be concealed. His lips curved upwards.
Wen Bei, with her short legs, ran over and glared at the woman, her tone stern as she said, "You're not allowed to touch my daddy. You wicked woman!"
The woman looked at Wen Bei with a sinister expression.
"You wild brat, get lost."
Wen Xiaoxiao's eyes turned cold as she walked up to the woman and slapped her three times. Her tone was chilly as she said, "Dare to insult my daughter? I'll smack you to death, you little bitch. Didn't you brush your teeth this morning? So stinky."
"And by the way, he is the father of my children. You can't even understand human language, can you? Look at yourself in the mirror. What a sight." Wen Xiaoxiao pointed at Bo Yiliang, making the woman take a good look. He was her children's father. How could she let some other little vixen steal him away?
Wen Xiaoxiao glanced at Bo Yiliang, signaling to leave. She held Wen Bei's hand and headed back to the RV.
Wen Mo watched them approaching and decided not to go down.
The group got into the RV, and the woman also tried to follow.
Wen Xiaoxiao turned around, smirked, and said, "This is my vehicle. No one welcomes you onboard."
"I don't know if your face is big or if you just can't understand language," Wen Xiaoxiao mocked.
If she had a good character, she might have been willing to help her. Unfortunately, she was a clueless person.
Wen Xiaoxiao closed the RV door with a snap.
The woman outside glared at Wen Xiaoxiao in anger. The right side of her face, where Wen Xiaoxiao had slapped her three times, was swollen and red. She stomped her foot in frustration.
The RV turned around and headed toward Wen Xiaoxiao's villa.
Wen Xiaoxiao was certain that the apocalypse had truly arrived. The black rain that fell last night was the herald of the end times.
There weren't many zombies yet, but by tonight, some would develop abilities or turn into zombies.
The apocalypse was ruthless. In this era, gold, silver, jewelry—they all lost their value. Even money became useless paper.
The most precious things in the apocalypse were food and crystal cores.
Thinking about this, Wen Xiaoxiao felt that the food she stored in her space was still not enough.
She also recalled the original plot of the book.
After the apocalypse arrived in the original story, Wen Xiaoxiao had already become friends with the female lead Bai Xiaolian. Bai Xiaolian had taken away her jade pendant.
Later on, when they ran out of food at home, Wen Xiaoxiao and Bai Xiaolian searched for supplies together. At that time, Wen Xiaoxiao didn't know the jade pendant was a spatial item.
However, Bai Xiaolian discovered it and secretly hoarded a lot of food when the original owner wasn't paying attention.
While Wen Xiaoxiao and the children were starving and had grown thin, Bai Xiaolian not only didn't lose weight but gained a few pounds.
In the apocalypse, pretty girls were numerous. Due to the scarcity of food, they all became thin. Bai Xiaolian's fair and tender skin made her especially attractive to those men.
Later, the male lead arrived, took Bai Xiaolian away, and left Wen Xiaoxiao behind. During their escape, they encountered a horde of zombies, and Bai Xiaolian pushed Wen Xiaoxiao into the midst of the zombie crowd.
Ultimately, it ended in tragedy, with all five children meeting the same fate.
Bai Xiaolian awakened her spatial ability, but it wasn't strong, as she relied on the male lead and other men who admired her to protect her.
Thinking about the original plot, Wen Xiaoxiao's lips curled into a cold smile. She really looked forward to seeing if Bai Xiaolian could still be as carefree as she was in the original story.
It seemed that after she arrived here, the original plot had undergone tremendous changes.
Bo Yiliang sat on the couch, watching her in a daze. He had no idea what she was thinking. She would switch between annoyance, cold laughter, anger, and...
Like a color palette, constantly shifting.
Chapter 23: The Original Male Lead
Bai Chi had been waiting for Bai Xiaolian at the cinema, but instead of her, he encountered zombies.
Everyone who had come to watch a movie had turned into zombies, and Bai Chi was scared to the point of almost wetting himself.
Seeing the densely packed zombies heading his way, Bai Chi sprinted towards the cinema entrance.
"Roar..."
Sweat dripped down Bai Chi's forehead as he ran for his life, looking around frantically.
He spotted a bubble tea shop, only about ten meters away.
Bai Chi had a handsome face, and his slender build made him look a bit fragile. Despite that, he was adored and pursued by many girls.
With fair skin and a height of around 186 centimeters, Bai Chi was quite tall. His long legs carried him toward the bubble tea shop as he gasped for breath.
In no time, Bai Chi arrived at the bubble tea shop.
Bai Xiaolian heard some commotion and looked out from the counter. When she saw who it was, her eyes lit up.
"A-Chi, did you come to find me?" Bai Xiaolian looked at Bai Chi with starry eyes, brimming with deep affection.
Bai Chi also gazed at Bai Xiaolian, his heart awakening with surprise. He genuinely liked Bai Xiaolian, who was gentle and endearing.
His voice was also gentle and soft, his demeanor tender.
Bai Xiaolian walked over and embraced Bai Chi, looking pitiful as she leaned against him. Her eyes were teary as she said, "A-Chi, I was so scared."
Bai Chi kissed the corner of her lips and reassured her, "It's okay, I'm here."
Bai Chi still forgot that he had nearly wet himself when he saw the zombies earlier.
As for the woman left behind, she was grumbling, clearly unaware of the danger.
"Roar..."
The zombies caught the scent of humans and moved towards where the woman was.
By the time the woman noticed the zombies, it was too late to escape.
Over a dozen zombies surrounded her, the foul smell lingering in the air around her.
She wanted to run but couldn't escape.
She wanted to call for help, but there was no one to respond.
In the end, the woman couldn't escape the zombies' clutches. In truth, she had time to escape, but she had squandered it.
Meanwhile, in B City, the Bo family had fallen into silence.
"Dad, how's it going?" Bo Yibing looked at his father and asked.
"Not great. I've had a base set up, but the number of zombies outside is increasing. The internet's down now, no signal, and I don't know how your brother is doing either." Mr. Bo sighed.
Bo Yibing's face was also filled with worry, fearing for his brother's safety.
At this moment, Bo Yiliang was holding Wen Bei in his arms, feeling a sense of contentment.
Back in the villa, Wen Xiaoxiao went to the kitchen to cook, while the four grown men sat on the sofa chatting. The five children watched TV and did jigsaw puzzles.
The four boys watched Ultraman in the living room, while little Wen Bei worked on a puzzle.
The living room was filled with warmth.
"Yilang, no signal on the phone," Qi Yan said.
Bo Yiliang furrowed his brows slightly. Despite his expressionless face, his heart wasn't calm.
He had awakened from a coma over a year ago, only to experience these unimaginable events a few days later.
Zombies.
For him, this word didn't carry good implications.
He was a bit worried about his parents and his younger brother. Bo Yiliang's strength and combat abilities were formidable. Even after being injured for over a year, he was still pretty capable.
After lunch, the group sat on the sofa, discussing their plans moving forward.
Bo Yiliang glanced at Wen Xiaoxiao with curiosity. During today's zombie encounter, her speed and reaction were both quick, obviously honed through training.
Wen Xiaoxiao caught Bo Yiliang's gaze and shot him a glare.
"Why are you staring at me? I know I'm good-looking."
Chapter 24: Journey to B City [1]
"Mmm."
"It's quite a sight," Bo Yiliang said, looking at her.
"Shut up!" Wen Xiaoxiao's face turned red, and she shouted at him with a fierce expression.
On the other side, Bai Chi and Bai Xiaolian were engrossed in each other.
Bai Xiaolian used a sweet voice, saying, "Big Brother Chi, what should we do? There are so many zombies outside, and they bite people."
Her voice trembled, and the memory of what she had seen before made her face pale.
The number of zombies outside was increasing, and Bai Xiaolian had read apocalyptic novels. But facing actual zombies terrified her.
Bai Chi's heart was heavy too; he didn't even know how to fight, let alone fight zombies.
"Gurgle..."
Bai Xiaolian's stomach rumbled with hunger. She had only eaten a bit in the morning before leaving home. Now it was noon, and her stomach was empty and uncomfortable.
"Big Brother Chi, I'm hungry." Bai Xiaolian said to him, her expression pitiful.
"I'll see if there's anything to eat here." Bai Chi glanced around the bubble tea shop, planning to find something to fill their stomachs.
He was hungry too.
The bubble tea shop wasn't very large, with a counter and cash register, as well as four tables and a few chairs.
Bai Chi walked to the counter and looked around before finding a few packs of bread and a couple of cups of bubble tea.
He took the items and walked to a table, gently handing them to Bai Xiaolian. "Xiaolian, let's eat something first."
"Okay!" Bai Xiaolian looked at her caring boyfriend and felt content.
She thought about how good-looking Wen Xiaoxiao might be, but what good was it if no one wanted her? She was unmarried and pregnant, with five little wild seeds.
After they finished eating, Bai Chi looked at Bai Xiaolian and said, "I'm going to check by the window. You sit here quietly."
"Okay, Big Brother Chi." Bai Xiaolian pretended to be gentle, her eyes shining as she gazed at him, unable to hide her affection.
The windows of the bubble tea shop were covered with curtains, blocking out all light.
Inside, it was pitch-black. Bai Chi slowly walked forward, opening a crack in the curtains to observe the situation outside.
Outside, chaos had ensued within just a short half day.
A small group of zombies staggered down the street, their hideous faces and terrifying fangs concealed beneath layers of bloodstains. Their wounds oozed black blood, emitting a putrid stench.
Even if he couldn't smell it, just looking at those zombies made his stomach churn.
At this moment, a hoarse male voice came through the loudspeaker.
"Emergency broadcast: the virus ran rampant last night, and zombies have appeared in multiple countries, causing widespread panic."
"Upon superior decision, bases will be established in each city. Survivors are encouraged to form groups and head there."
"Scientists predict that tonight, people might become superhumans, zombies, or remain ordinary."
Due to the zombie outbreak, the world was now infested with them. Currently, the zombies were still moving slowly, giving you a chance to survive.
The hoarse male voice continued to speak intermittently over the loudspeaker.
Hearing the word "zombies," Bai Chi's heart chilled as he thought about the impending apocalypse.
Fortunately, there was still the possibility of becoming a superhuman.
Meanwhile, at Wen Xiaoxiao's villa, everyone also heard the broadcast.
Wen Xiaoxiao pursed her lips, remaining silent. She didn't care whether or not she had superpowers. Looking at Bo Yiliang, she thought about how strong his powers were in the original book. He should awaken them tonight!
Wen Mo's powers had already awakened, while the other four hadn't yet. They could cast spells to protect themselves.
Chapter 25: Journey to B City [2]
As for her, she hadn't awakened any superpowers yet.
The night was chillier than before, even though it wasn't even June yet. Normally, the weather should have been getting warmer, but that wasn't the case.
For the past few days, they had been planning their route to head to B City.
Bo Yiliang had already contacted his father through a special channel. The bases in B City were ready and divided into two major ones.
One was built by Bo Yiliang's father, named the "Future Base," and the other was constructed by other families, called the "Go For It Base."
After these few days, Bo Yiliang had awakened superpowers, just like the ones in the original book: psychic and lightning abilities.
Bo Yiliang's three good friends had also awakened their superpowers. Qi Yan had fire abilities, Jiang Fuci had ice abilities, and Meng Qing possessed metal abilities.
Wen Xiaoxiao had awakened superpowers as well, both water and plant abilities.
Apart from the eldest, Wen Mo, who had awakened his superpowers, Wen Heng had also awakened his superpowers, which were wind-based. The other three kids had yet to awaken their powers.
Wen Xiaoxiao had progressed from Foundation Establishment to the Second Layer of the Scholar realm.
This morning, the group got up early, deciding to set off for B City.
"Mom, are we leaving today?" Wen Bei's eyes welled up with tears, and she looked at Wen Xiaoxiao with her moist, large eyes, awaiting her answer.
Wen Xiaoxiao gently touched her head with heartache, gazing at her and saying, "Yes, sweetheart. We're going to B City to find your grandparents."
Before leaving, when no one was paying attention, Wen Xiaoxiao secretly stored all the things they could use in her spatial storage.
When they got into the car, Wen Xiaoxiao looked at the house where she had spent a few months with her five precious kids. She was reluctant to part with it.
The five kids watched as the villa grew farther and farther away, feeling heartbroken. That was their home, and leaving it made them uneasy.
Jiang Fuci looked at the five sad kids and said, "Don't you want to see your grandparents? They're looking forward to seeing you."
Wen Xiaoxiao embraced the five kids and wiped the tears from their eyes, comforting them, "Darlings, you're already little gentlemen and young ladies. Crying like this, isn't that a bit embarrassing?"
Wen Xiao clambered into Wen Xiaoxiao's embrace and nudged her, saying with a chuckle, "Mom, I didn't cry. It's Big Brother and Sister who are crying. They're the ones embarrassed."
Wen Xiao's eyelashes glistened with tear drops, and he spoke playfully.
Wen Xiaoxiao looked at him, pretending to tell lies with his eyes wide open, and burst into laughter. She patted his little nose and said, "Then what are those tears on your eyelashes?"
The four kids stopped crying and glared at their mischievous younger brother (or older brother), giving him an unfriendly look.
Wen Xiao's big, round eyes turned around and he said, "They're from my brother."
Jiang Fuci couldn't help but burst into laughter.
Bo Yiliang's lips curved upwards too. These days, he had noticed that his fourth son resembled his own somewhat foolish younger brother. Both were physically weak, both enjoyed talking nonsense, and both were slippery like oil.
Bo Yiliang thought in his heart, embracing Wen Bei and looking at her cute face, which bore some resemblance to Wen Xiaoxiao. He found her incredibly adorable.
These days, he had discovered that this little woman was even more mischievous and attractive than he had imagined. He had originally thought she would be delicate and weak, but who knew she was such a tomboy and a bit silly.
Thinking about it, he felt that being together with her wasn't bad at all. Her personality was just like a chili pepper, which suited his taste.
Little did Wen Xiaoxiao know that Bo Yiliang was comparing her to a chili pepper.
If she had known, she would have glared at him angrily and said, "Chili pepper, my foot! Do you dare take a bite of this chili pepper? I'll stuff it in your mouth and turn you into a fire-breathing dragon."
Chapter 26: The Young Lad
The car continued along the road, encountering numerous zombies along the way. They hadn't even entered the city yet, and there were already so many zombies. Once they got into the city, wouldn't there be even more?
Qi Yan, driving the RV, furrowed his brow. "Roar, roar, roar..."
Hearing the commotion, the zombies began to shuffle towards Wen Xiaoxiao's RV. Their movements and reactions were faster than before.
Wen Bei clung to Bo Yiliang's neck in fear, burying her little face in his chest, unable to look at the scene outside the RV.
More and more zombies gathered, prompting Wen Xiaoxiao to frown. She glanced at Bo Yiliang and said, "Let's go out and deal with them, otherwise, if we're blocked, the RV won't be able to get through."
Although she had modified the RV, if they were surrounded by so many zombies, they still wouldn't be able to pass through.
In a nearby shop, a young lad of fifteen or sixteen hid. He saw the RV coming his way and felt a glimmer of hope. However, when he noticed that the group of zombies were moving towards the RV, he hesitated to go forward.
He had been staying here for several days. The small shop had some food and drink, so he hadn't gone hungry.
He was a high school student. Before the apocalypse arrived, he was on his way from home to school, but the apocalypse happened before he could reach the school.
He had been stranded here for a few days and had been bitten by zombies when he saw someone passing by.
He had witnessed the zombies tear his parents apart as they came to find him. He had seen those disgusting creatures tear out his parents' hearts and the gruesome scene almost made him faint.
Now that his parents were gone, he was left alone. Thinking about these things, the young lad's eyes grew darker.
Watching two figures outside the window, moving through the crowd of zombies and leaving fallen bodies in their wake, Wen Xiaoxiao leaned against Bo Yiliang with a hammer in hand. Sweating and panting, she said, "Bo Yiliang, there are ten left. Let's finish them off quickly!"
Bo Yiliang softly replied, "Okay, be careful."
With that, they resumed their battle. Wen Xiaoxiao wielded the hammer, approaching the zombies and smashing their heads with determination until they burst open.
Wen Xiaoxiao was glad that her strength had increased significantly. Otherwise, she wouldn't know how many hits it would take to bring down a zombie with a hammer.
Bo Yiliang's speed was much faster than Wen Xiaoxiao's. After all, he was more skilled in combat and stronger being a man. He dispatched the zombies with ease.
Meanwhile, the young lad in the shop watched the two of them with awe and thought that he must follow them when they leave.
But...
As he considered his own lack of superpowers and his fear of fighting zombies, would they take him with them?
The answer was no. They wouldn't take someone useless like him. The young lad glanced around the shop and picked up a wooden stick from the shelves.
He made up his mind, he absolutely had to go with them.
The young lad had fair skin, delicate features, and the appearance of a cheerful boy next door. With rosy lips and white teeth, he looked around.
He opened the shop's door, rushed over to Wen Xiaoxiao not far away, and smelled the putrid stench, making him feel nauseated.
Wen Xiaoxiao continued to fight off zombies while keeping an eye on the young lad who had approached. Why did a young lad suddenly pop out from there? She was a bit puzzled, but then realized he must have come from that corner.
Not paying much attention to him, she continued smashing zombies' heads with her hammer, her speed even faster than before. Bo Yiliang's speed was even quicker.
The young lad swung the wooden stick fearfully, battling the zombies. It took him over half an hour to defeat a zombie, leaving him breathless and exhausted.
Chapter 27: Pei Xi
The zombies were quickly dealt with. After all, they were still outside the city, where there weren't as many people, and therefore not as many zombies.
Wen Xiaoxiao gazed at the young lad, who was now panting from exhaustion. His cheeks were flushed, fine beads of sweat dotted his forehead, and his hair was slightly damp.
She observed him calmly and without much emotion.
The young lad looked at Wen Xiaoxiao and Bo Yiliang earnestly. "Big brother, big sister, can you... Can you take me with you? I won't eat much, and I won't slow you down."
He spoke in broken sentences, his nervousness causing him to stutter at times.
Bo Yiliang's thin lips pressed together tightly as he stood beside Wen Xiaoxiao, looking at the young lad with indifference, saying nothing.
Wen Xiaoxiao pondered in her heart, deciding whether or not to take him along. After all, she wasn't a saint, and not everyone would be welcomed. In this post-apocalyptic world, people's hearts had changed. It was alright for now, but things might be different in the future. She might even be killed without realizing it if she wasn't careful.
However, looking into the young lad's clear eyes and seeing his pleading expression, she found that her initial impression of him was quite good. His character probably wasn't bad either. Her intuition had always been accurate; with just one glance, she could sense someone's character.
Bo Yiliang didn't speak, not because he didn't have an opinion, but because he respected Wen Xiaoxiao's decision. After all, the RV was hers, and she was the child's mother.
After a moment of silence, Wen Xiaoxiao looked at the young lad and asked, "What's your name?"
The young lad's face lit up; he was smart enough to know that he had been accepted. He replied, "My name is Pei Xi."
Wen Xiaoxiao nodded and said, "You can come with us, but you must not betray us. If I find out, don't blame me for being impolite. You also need to obey."
The young lad nodded and promised, "Sister, don't worry! I won't betray you."
Pei Xi looked directly at Wen Xiaoxiao with a serious expression.
"Where did you come from?" Wen Xiaoxiao curiously inquired.
Pei Xi's eyes darkened slightly, revealing a hint of pain. His voice choked as he said, "The small store not far ahead."
Pei Xi seemed a bit thin and underdressed. With his head lowered, Wen Xiaoxiao felt a sense of sadness from him.
She instructed, "Get on the car!"
Soon, Wen Xiaoxiao was on the RV, with Bo Yiliang following behind. Pei Xi watched as they boarded and then followed suit.
Seated on the RV's sofa, Wen Xiaoxiao addressed them, "Let's go to the small store up ahead first and see if there's any food."
Although there was enough food in Wen Xiaoxiao's space to last for a while, she didn't want to reveal that fact to them. They could discuss it when they were really out of food. For now, it was beneficial to gather some food.
The RV was well-equipped, even containing the refrigerator from the villa. Inside, there were several generators, ensuring a stable power supply. Thanks to Wen Xiaoxiao's arrangements, the RV was extremely comfortable.
The RV moved at a leisurely pace and soon arrived at the small store that Pei Xi had mentioned.
The store wasn't very big, measuring around a hundred square meters or so.
Although the selection wasn't extensive, it contained enough food to last for a few days. There were snacks, instant noodles, and various beverages.
The group got off the RV and began shuttling the goods back and forth between the store and the vehicle.
Before long, Wen Xiaoxiao felt that it was already noon. She watched as the five children sat obediently by Bo Yiliang's side. Wen Bei and Wen Xiao both looked drowsy, obviously feeling tired.
Wen Xiaoxiao turned to Bo Yiliang and said, "Take good care of the children. I'm going to the kitchen to cook."
Chapter 28: Hungry
Pei Xi watched as Wen Xiaoxiao headed to the kitchen and followed suit.
In the kitchen, Wen Xiaoxiao washed the rice and put it into the electric rice cooker to cook. After that, she prepared some dishes to go with the rice. The quantity of vegetables was limited, but her space contained an abundance of them. The edible plants she grew were all fully ripe.
"Sister, is there anything I can help with?" Pei Xi stood behind Wen Xiaoxiao.
"No need. Just sit on the sofa and don't get in my way," Wen Xiaoxiao said indifferently. She didn't quite enjoy cooking alongside unfamiliar people, finding it rather awkward.
Pei Xi's eyes dimmed upon hearing this. He clenched his hands tightly together, his eyes dull and lacking the vitality they once held. He carried an air of desolation that didn't match his youthful appearance.
He no longer had any family, having become a true orphan.
Hearing the silence, Wen Xiaoxiao turned her head and saw the sorrowful aura surrounding the young lad. She sighed inwardly.
Then she said, "Go out and keep the children company, watch TV."
Pei Xi nodded and did so. There seemed to be a faint smile on his fair face, and a slight glimmer of light in his eyes, but Wen Xiaoxiao didn't notice. She continued to work calmly and methodically.
Lunch was soon ready. Although the "three dishes and one soup" wasn't enough for ten people, Wen Xiaoxiao made a sufficient amount. It was more than enough to satisfy their appetites. This approach not only saved time but also ensured everyone had full stomachs.
Wen Xiaoxiao carried the food to the living room, where Qi Yan and Meng Qing sat on the sofa, taking a break.
Pei Xi kept the five children company as they watched TV, which didn't seem to bore them.
Meanwhile, Bo Yiliang discussed strategies with his three brothers.
Holding the food, Wen Xiaoxiao said, "Let's eat." One by one, they washed their hands.
Compared to their situation, Bai Xiaolian's circumstances weren't great. She and Bai Chi hadn't left for the base; they were waiting for rescue due to their fear of death.
"Achi, I'm hungry," Bai Xiaolian said softly, her eyes teary as she held her stomach with a pitiful expression.
Bai Chi felt a bit irritated, unable to decide whether to scold her or not. He felt stifled by his desire to scold her but also his reluctance to do so.
The food in the milk tea shop had already been devoured by Bai Xiaolian and him.
In the meantime, they had both awakened their abilities. Bai Xiaolian had a spatial ability that allowed her to store items. However, her space was limited, only around a hundred square meters in size, far smaller than Wen Xiaoxiao's.
As for Bai Chi, his ability was wind-based. Its destructive power was average, and he didn't know how to use it effectively.
Bai Xiaolian's stomach gurgled continuously, loudly declaring her hunger.
Bai Chi looked at her and said, "Xiaolian, bear with it for now. Maybe my father has already sent people to find us."
Bai Chi was a second-generation rich kid and was well-liked by his family. Naturally, his father would send people to fetch him.
Bai Chi felt pretty pleased with himself, but reality wasn't so kind.
"Really? That's great!" Bai Xiaolian's face immediately lit up with a smile. She walked over to Bai Chi and hugged him, nestling against his chest with a coquettish hum.
Bai Chi inwardly cursed, "She's such a little enchantress, alluring and flirtatious."
One of the reasons Bai Chi liked her so much was her open-mindedness and her impressive technical skills, both of which satisfied him greatly. Her figure was also superb, making him unable to resist the temptation.
Feeling the person in his arms, he found it hard to control his emotions.
Meanwhile, Wen Xiaoxiao and the others ate their fill and lay down on the sofa to rest.
Pei Xi still felt a bit unsatisfied; the meal was even more delicious than what his mother used to make.
Chapter 29: Awkward Encounter
After a short break, they resumed their journey. After all, the sooner they left, the better, right? They continued driving ahead. The distance from City W to City B was around six to seven hundred miles. In normal times, a flight would take only a day.
But things were different now. Without zombies, they could reach their destination in a month, unfortunately. Wishful thinking was all that remained.
The car had entered the city area. Once clean asphalt roads were now dirty and stained with numerous smears, accompanied by a strong scent of blood.
The sky had darkened, and the number of zombies around them was increasing.
"Roar, roar..."
Wen Xiaoxiao frowned, looking out the window at the multitude of zombies. She was somewhat shocked. Within just a few days, the number of zombies had grown significantly. Some of them had even advanced in strength, which wasn't a good sign.
Wen Xiaoxiao glanced at the five children who had already fallen asleep. Then she looked at Bo Yiliang, who seemed lost in thought.
It was already past four o'clock. The inside of the RV was undoubtedly the safest place at the moment.
If they continued for a day and a night, they would reach the most bustling section of the city, followed by Cities H, S, and C, and then City B.
Considering this, Wen Xiaoxiao decided to take the wheel. She turned to the people in front and said, "After we've had dinner, I'll take over driving. You guys can rest. Once you're rested, I'll take a break."
Qi Yan and Meng Qing in the front row didn't have any objections; they thought it was a good idea.
"Roar, roar..."
Upon hearing noise, the zombies rushed over, moving much faster than before.
Their faces were distorted beyond recognition, their teeth looking terrifying.
Qi Yan ignored them and rammed the car into them.
"Bang..."
The noise of the collision woke up the five children.
Pei Xi remained silent, not saying a word, as if he didn't exist at all.
The inside of the RV fell silent, the air thick with an awkward tension.
"Roar, roar..."
"Heh, heh..."
The zombies' roars grew nearer.
Survivors hiding in the shop revealed a glint of ruthlessness in their eyes.
The shop's door had been barricaded with objects, making it hard to force open.
Around ten people were inside. A man in a suit appeared cultured and refined, clearly someone of importance. There were three teenagers around seventeen or eighteen, two girls, a married couple, and two children.
The RV slowly approached their location.
The expressions of several people showed relief. They thought they were saved.
After practicing, Wen Xiaoxiao had keen eyesight. She naturally noticed their hopeful expressions. But what did that have to do with her?
She scoffed inwardly. She had hands and feet, so she wasn't concerned about survival. It was ridiculous to think she would take them along with her.
The reason she brought Pei Xi was because he faced zombies with courage, and she didn't particularly dislike him. As for the others, she couldn't be bothered. They came in, made a racket, and she didn't like that. They were nothing but a burden.
Ever since she could remember, Wen Xiaoxiao had lived life on her terms. Although she had a few good friends, she wasn't fond of chatting.
Lost in thought, Wen Xiaoxiao was absorbed in her contemplations.
What intrigued her more was why she had been transmigrated into this book. It was a puzzling question.
As they passed by the location of those people, knocking on the door echoed in her ears.
Wen Xiaoxiao snapped back to reality, a cold smile playing at the corners of her lips.
Why should she save them? There was no reason to do so.
Though they were all citizens of the Z country, she had no obligation to rescue them.
The others were similarly indifferent; they had no connection to her.
Wen Xiaoxiao was a cold-blooded person. She was generally unconcerned about people she didn't like or didn't know well.
Her only concern was for her five children and ensuring they had a good life.
Chapter 30: Narrow Path of Enemies
Wen Xiaoxiao pondered these thoughts silently, letting out a sigh in her heart.
As the RV reached their location, Wen Xiaoxiao didn't stop. She simply drove past them without acknowledging their presence.
Seeing this, the people inside pointed at Wen Xiaoxiao and scolded, "How heartless can you be? We're all fellow countrymen, yet you won't help when someone's in trouble. Your heart is so dark."
They grumbled and muttered.
A teenage girl of seventeen or eighteen had an unwell expression. She had been stuck in this rundown place for days.
She had already finished all her food, and now her stomach was growling incessantly. Her mouth was parched, making her feel thirsty.
The man in the suit had an indifferent expression. His features were well-proportioned, giving off a sense of mystery. His aura was distant, keeping others at bay.
Gu Wei's deep eyes held his thoughts.
Wen Xiaoxiao paid them no heed; they had nothing to do with her.
Surveying the surroundings, Wen Xiaoxiao looked for anything useful.
The stores outside were in disarray, clearly looted.
Thanks to the formation Wen Xiaoxiao set up in the RV, the zombies outside couldn't hear the RV's sound, preventing them from being attracted.
After a brief observation, Wen Xiaoxiao noticed a large supermarket near the movie theater. There should be plenty of supplies inside.
Wen Xiaoxiao glanced at the silent Bo Yiliang and asked, "There's a supermarket ahead. Do you want to go in with me?"
Bo Yiliang seldom spoke.
He wasn't much of a talker and only spoke when necessary.
Wen Xiaoxiao instructed Qi Yan to park the RV. She and Bo Yiliang were going to head inside.
Before getting off, Wen Xiaoxiao turned to Pei Xi and said, "Stay here and look after them. If any strangers come, don't pay attention to them and don't open the door."
"Got it." Pei Xi's clear eyes met Wen Xiaoxiao's.
As for Jiang Fu Ci, Wen Xiaoxiao didn't bother with him. He was already sound asleep, even snoring.
Wen Xiaoxiao and Bo Yiliang stepped out of the RV, each holding an iron hammer just in case.
The RV was parked not far from the supermarket. As Wen Xiaoxiao passed by the movie theater, she wasn't sure if it was an illusion, but she felt like she saw Bai Xiao Lian.
Inside the supermarket, Bai Xiao Lian's eyes locked onto Wen Xiaoxiao. Her gaze was full of malice, as if she wanted to tear her apart and devour her alive.
There was no deep-seated grudge between Bai Xiao Lian and Wen Xiaoxiao. Bai Xiao Lian just disliked her, envied her, and didn't want her to have a good life.
Wen Xiaoxiao felt a scorching gaze and turned to look in that direction.
Sure enough, it was undeniably Bai Xiao Lian. She was as soft and weak as before, yet harbored a malevolent heart.
Bo Yiliang also felt someone's gaze, furrowing his brows and looking over.
He saw a woman in a white dress with a sinister and malicious gaze fixed on the mother of his child.
This irritated him, and he gazed at her with cold eyes.
Bai Xiao Lian couldn't help but shiver under his gaze.
Looking closer, she noticed the handsome and unrivaled man beside Wen Xiaoxiao. This stirred ripples of interest in her heart.
She even considered snatching him away and making him hers.
Bai Chi noticed Bai Xiao Lian's unusual behavior and asked, "What's wrong?"
"N-nothing." Bai Xiao Lian felt a little guilty, but the feeling soon dissipated.
Looking at Bai Chi, she said, "Chi Ge, there are people outside. We can follow them for safety."
Bai Chi nodded upon hearing this, finding the suggestion sensible.
Wen Xiaoxiao looked at Bai Xiao Lian, who cast a resentful glare at her, and then became captivated by Bo Yiliang. This irritated her.
She felt an urge to give Bai Xiao Lian a good beating. An unpleasant expression crossed Wen Xiaoxiao's face as she wondered why she was feeling this way.