Chapter 189: Selfishness at its Extreme! This is the Apocalypse...

Chapter 189: Selfishness at its Extreme! This is the Apocalypse...

Does Song Haitang's reasoning make sense?

Absolutely!

Ever since the catastrophe struck, the ecological chain of this world has been severely disrupted.

By now, most survivors have completely lost access to regular food sources, and what they eat are mostly processed foods left behind.

Even these additive-laden foods are becoming increasingly scarce.

Only those large shelters might still have some food reserves.

On one hand, there's no one cultivating crops, and on the other, the harsh environment makes it impossible to grow anything.

Even the rumored "Thunder God Shelter," which is said to have a well-established ecological chain, hasn't been able to solve the food shortage issue.

This clearly shows the importance of food in an apocalyptic environment.

Once Han Yingying's ability is exposed, it's inevitable that it will attract the envy of other survivors.

The Han family isn't foolish, and after Song Haitang's reminder, they immediately realized the severity of the situation.

"Yingying, never, ever use your ability in front of outsiders, understand?" Han Chengjun admonished.

The little girl nodded, seemingly understanding, and said, "Dad, I got it."

After a brief pause, she suddenly added, "Dad, I can also heal! One day, I'll heal Sister Minna's hand."

Upon hearing this, the Han family members all showed expressions of surprise and delight.

"Good, good, good girl!" Han Chengjun exclaimed excitedly.

Han Minna was also overjoyed, "Good, little Yingying, I'll wait for you to heal me."

"I'll try my best!" Han Yingying's small face was filled with determination.

Han Wu, standing nearby, asked, "Yingying, why wait for later? Can't you do it now?"

Han Yingying looked troubled and said, "To heal Sister Minna's arm, I need a lot of energy, but my superpower is too weak right now, it's not possible."

Hearing this, Han Wu became even more curious, "You mean, you can make Sister Minna's arm grow back?"

"Yes!" Han Yingying nodded confidently.

Han Wu asked further, "How do you know all this?"

Han Yingying tilted her head, thought for a moment, and replied, "I don't know..."

Han Chengjun then asked Song Haitang, "Captain, now that Yingying has woken up, should we continue our journey?"

Song Haitang shook her head, "No need, let's take a good rest today and leave tomorrow."

No one dared to oppose Song Haitang's decision.

Besides, Song Haitang's orders were also beneficial to the Han family, giving them no reason to object.

...

Later, on the rooftop.

Zhao Zheng and Song Haitang gazed at the apocalyptic landscape while chatting.

"This world is actually quite similar to ours," Song Haitang said calmly.

"Oh?" Zhao Zheng was taken aback by her words, then smiled and asked, "What do you mean?"

Song Haitang furrowed her delicate eyebrows and shared her speculation, "Our world might already be under the watchful eye of some terrifying monster, but it hasn't fully invaded yet, unlike this world where the monsters have already descended."

Zhao Zheng immediately responded, "Haitang, so you've had this thought as well?"

"Many people have had similar thoughts, but the higher-ups have been suppressing such discussions," Song Haitang explained.

Zhao Zheng nodded in agreement.

If he had figured it out, it was likely that many others had as well.

The absence of such discussions online was clearly a deliberate attempt by the authorities to prevent panic and social unrest.

"Haitang, I can tell you for certain that your speculation is true, and that monster is even more terrifying than you can imagine!" Zhao Zheng said, his brows furrowing and his expression turning somber. "The reason our world lacks sunlight is because that dreadful being is devouring the stars!"

Song Haitang wasn't overly surprised by this revelation, as she had already suspected as much.

She trusted Zhao Zheng and didn't question how he had discovered this, but her pretty face grew serious as she said, "A being capable of devouring stars is truly unimaginable."

"Once it completely consumes the stars, its next target might very well be the Blue Planet," Zhao Zheng continued. "I believe the reason the higher-ups value you so highly is because they see hope in you."

Song Haitang smiled upon hearing this, "The hope lies within you. If anyone can stand against such a monster in the future, I believe it will be you."

"I think so too," Zhao Zheng said, his face turning slightly red.

Song Haitang suddenly seemed to remember something and looked up at the dim sky, "In this world, there's still some brightness during the day, indicating that the sun hasn't disappeared... Zhao Zheng, do you want to fly out and take a look?"

"Upon hearing these words, Zhao Zheng's expression turned grave. "No, beyond the atmosphere, there are monsters far more terrifying than aberrations!"

He had just arrived in this world when he attempted to fly beyond the atmosphere, only to be warned by his extraordinary senses of the immense danger outside. In this regard, it was very similar to the Blue Planet.

Song Haitang furrowed her delicate brows.

She sighed, "Compared to us, the survivors in this world truly have no hope."

Zhao Zheng, however, said, "Perhaps, the child below is the one chosen by fate. Her appearance might just change everything and bring a glimmer of hope for humanity."

Song Haitang thought for a moment and nodded in agreement.

If Han Nine Nine's growth continues and she eventually becomes a powerful Ability User, she could truly save humanity and create a livable space.

At that time, as long as another powerful Ability User emerges to eliminate all the monsters, this world will be saved.

At this moment, noises came from the staircase leading to the skylight.

Someone was climbing up.

Song Haitang and Zhao Zheng both fell silent, their gazes fixed on the skylight.

After a brief moment, Han Minna climbed up.

"Sister September, Brother Zhao, I hope I didn't disturb you," Han Minna said.

Zhao Zheng looked at the one-armed girl and asked, "Is there something you need?"

Han Minna replied, "I have an idea that I'd like to discuss with you both."

Song Haitang said, "Sit and tell us."

Han Minna sat down and began, "I just discussed this with my uncle, and he had an idea. Perhaps we don't need to go to Seoul."

Upon hearing this, Song Haitang already knew what Han Minna was about to say.

However, she didn't interrupt, "Go on."

Han Minna continued, "Sister September, with your and Brother Zhao's strength, you can definitely establish your own shelter. Once Nine Nine grows up, food will no longer be scarce... At that time, we can even build the largest and safest shelter in the world."

Song Haitang's expression remained calm and unmoved at these words.

Han Minna's proposal was indeed a good one.

If she were a native of this world, she might have agreed.

Unfortunately, she was merely a passerby.

"Is this your idea, or your uncle's?" Song Haitang asked.

Han Minna replied, "My uncle brought it up first, but everyone agrees. Compared to the Thunder God, you two are more trustworthy."

Song Haitang shook her head, "Then we'll have to disappoint you. We can't establish a shelter here."

"Why?"

Han Minna was a little surprised and also a little confused.

The previous proposal was clearly beneficial for both sides, a win-win situation.

Establishing their own shelter was surely better than going to someone else's and living under their rules!

"Because we have more important matters to attend to," Song Haitang said. "After we deliver you to the Thunder God's shelter, we will leave."

Han Minna's expression turned disappointed and uncomfortable upon hearing this.

Since Song Haitang had said so, she must be serious and wouldn't establish a shelter.

The girl wanted to say something more.

But at that moment, Zhao Zheng suddenly stood up.

"Someone's coming."

Upon hearing this, everyone looked in the direction Zhao Zheng was facing.

Indeed, there was a group of survivors quickly approaching.

From their appearance, they seemed to be running for their lives.

As it turned out, behind them were several crawling monsters in pursuit.

"It's mutated zombie dogs!" Han Minna exclaimed.

These monsters were fast and had considerable strength, making them extremely troublesome for survivors!

However...

...

At this moment, a disgusting scene unfolded.

The group, realizing they were about to be caught by the mutated zombie dogs, had several members turn on their companions.

They shot their companions' legs, causing them to scream and fall, leaving them behind as bait for the mutated zombie dogs to buy themselves time to escape.

As Zhao Zheng watched this scene unfold, his eyes turned cold.

If these people were merely running for their lives, making a wrong turn in their panic, it could be excused. But now, it was almost certain that they were deliberately leading the monsters towards them, in a desperate attempt to save themselves.

Furthermore, their actions confirmed that they were extremely selfish and beastly.

In their bid to create an opportunity for themselves, they didn't hesitate to shoot at their own companions.

The girl nodded, took a few steps forward, and went to the front of the car. With a wave of her small hand, a flame flew from it and landed right in front of the group.

"Whoosh!"

The flame formed a sea of fire upon landing, blocking the group's path with an astonishing length.

Instantly, the group stood in place, stomping their feet and cursing loudly towards them.

Of course, they were too far away for anyone to hear what they were saying. But from their angry expressions, it was clear they were furious.

"Good! That's how it should be!"

"These beasts, even selling out their teammates, have lost all conscience."

"Haha, well done, Captain!"

Song Haitang's actions elicited a chorus of cheers.

As for the beasts, their path blocked, they had no choice but to turn back and fight the mutated zombie dogs.

If they could defeat the zombie dogs, they wouldn't be running for their lives like this.

So, the outcome was already predetermined...

When the mutated zombie dogs finished off the beasts, they still wanted to attack the camp.

But they were easily dealt with by Song Haitang.

Zhao Zheng didn't even need to take action.

...

This incident was just a small interlude for the group.

After dinner that evening, Song Haitang called a few of the Han family members to the car and took out the bag of Corpse Crystals.

"I have high hopes for Yingying's future, and I'm willing to lend her a helping hand. So, I'm giving these Corpse Crystals to her, hoping she can grow quickly."

Seeing that the Han family members seemed hesitant to accept, Song Haitang spoke up, "I don't like the back and forth. Since I've decided to give them, it means I'm serious!"

At these words, the group was about to speak, but Han Chengjun immediately pulled his daughter to bow to Song Haitang.

"Yingying, quickly thank your benefactor!"

"Thank you, Sister September!" The little girl replied sweetly, "When I grow up, I'll definitely repay you."

Hearing this, Song Haitang smiled slightly.

Perhaps the other Han family members had other thoughts, but this child seemed genuinely innocent.

"Corpse Crystals are good, but don't be too eager to feed them to her. You must first understand the side effects!" Song Haitang said, "These should have some side effects; otherwise, the Nomads wouldn't keep them on their bodies without consuming them."

Han Minna immediately spoke up, "You're right, Corpse Crystals do have side effects. I heard that if used frequently, there's a high chance of contracting Corpse Poison and turning into a zombie."

"After consuming one, you need to wait for a period before taking the next one."

Song Haitang nodded, "I see."

If the Corpse Crystals had no side effects, the Nomads would have consumed them without hesitation to enhance their strength.

After all, in an apocalyptic environment, danger could strike at any moment.

It would be foolish to hold onto something that could improve one's strength without side effects.

"Alright, I'm going to sleep. You guys do whatever you need to do!" Song Haitang said, leaving the rest of the group to their own devices as she returned to the bedroom to sleep with Zhao Zheng.

Although they weren't in the mood for intimacy, Song Haitang enjoyed the feeling of sleeping next to Zhao Zheng.

It gave her a great sense of security!

...

Outside the RV.

Han Chengjun pulled Han Minna aside and asked, "Did you tell them about our plan?"

"I did," Han Minna replied helplessly, "But Sister September said they have more important things to do and aren't interested in setting up a shelter."

This left Han Chengjun completely bewildered.

In a world like this, what could be more important than survival? And the initiative was in their hands; if they weren't interested, he was powerless...

The next day, the convoy set off at dawn, heading towards Han City.

(PS: Today's chapter is a transition due to the author's poor condition. Stay tuned for the next chapter!)



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