Chapter 144 - 141: Apocalyptic Big Shot Arrives 18

Chapter 144: Chapter 141: Apocalyptic Big Shot Arrives 18

Ice Crystals solidified into a long blade at Gu Lin’s knuckles, and frost blossomed where his combat boots trod.

The twenty-person squad spread out silently. An Earth Ability User stomped his foot, collapsing the outer wall’s foundation. Amidst the billowing dust, a net of interwoven thunder and fire erupted.

The Thunder and Fire Element Ability Users had twisted their energy beams into spiraling pillars of light, and a Wind Ability User extended their arms to triple the attack’s range, clearing a hundred-meter, fan-shaped area in the blink of an eye.

This was the shocking scene that greeted the other Superpower Users who had rushed to the base’s main gate.

While besieged by several hundred zombies, those young people even had the leisure to toss Energy Supplements to each other.

Gu Lin’s ice blade plunged into a Bone Spike zombie’s skull, and frost instantly spread down its spine, flash-freezing and shattering the entire horde.

When the last zombie disintegrated into dust from a Wind Blade formed at Ji Xiaosong’s fingertips, a thunderous cheer erupted from the city walls.

The new recruits crowded the crenellations, craning their necks to watch as the team from Chenming City used Light Element abilities to disinfect their weapons, while Ji Xiaosong’s Ice Roses had already bloomed across the entire battlefield.

"Oh my god, these people from Chenming City are incredible!"

"Yeah! Especially their female leader. The way she wielded that Wind Blade... she finished off the last zombie so easily. She’s amazing!"

"And the other leader, the man—as soon as he made a move with his ice blade, the zombie horde was frozen solid and shattered. His power is practically unrivaled!"

"Their coordination is unreal. The moment the Earth Ability User collapsed the wall’s foundation, the interwoven net of thunder and fire followed. Then the Wind Ability User expanded the attack’s range, clearing out that hundred-meter fan-shaped area. Their tactics are on another level!"

"Plus, they were even tossing Energy Supplements to each other while being swarmed by zombies. That level of composure... most people could never match that!"

"Yeah. With them at our base from now on, we can all rest a lot easier!"

The people of the Southern City Base chattered on, their praise unending.

Only Zhou Jian Country, standing beside Xiao Qin Feng, had a dark and unreadable expression.

Ji Xiaosong and her team were already tired from a full day of meetings. Now, having expended a great deal of their superpowers to repel several hundred zombies with just twenty people, the other team members were utterly exhausted.

But with so many people watching, they had to put on a brave face and maintain their image of invincibility.

Xiao Qin Feng strode forward quickly, his face beaming with a sincere smile and his eyes full of gratitude and respect. He was just about to take Ji Xiaosong’s hand when Gu Lin subtly intercepted, extending his own hand for the handshake.

Of course, Xiao Qin Feng didn’t mind; right now, he was simply grateful.

"Miss Ji, Mr. Gu, that battle just now truly saved our Southern City Base from a dire crisis! Your incredible power and seamless coordination were a real eye-opener. If it weren’t for you, I honestly don’t know how we would have handled a zombie siege of this scale."

"In this apocalypse, we all belong to the same country; we’re all compatriots. Think nothing of it. In difficult times like these, it’s only right that we support each other and pull through together. We’ve been busy all day, and everyone is exhausted. On that note, Base Commander Xiao, where will we be staying tonight? We need to find a place to get some proper rest."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Qin Feng nodded eagerly, his face breaking into a warm smile. "Look at me, getting so carried away with excitement and gratitude that I forgot to arrange accommodations. Miss Ji, Mr. Gu, rest assured, we’ve already prepared for you! Here in the Southern City Base, we have a residence set aside for esteemed guests. It’s the best high-rise luxury apartment in the entire base—prime location, expansive views, and top-notch security."

With that, he gestured for the group to follow him, elaborating as they walked. "This luxury apartment is spacious, with a sensible layout, and each room is fully equipped with all the necessary amenities. Furthermore, since you are all Superpower Users who consume a lot of energy, we’ve set up a supply storeroom right in the apartment that will be restocked daily."

Hearing this, Ji Xiaosong quickly waved a hand in refusal. "Thank you, Base Commander Xiao, but we won’t trouble your base for provisions. I have a Space Ability and have stockpiled a great deal of food. My original goal was to contribute to the country’s resources in this apocalypse by serving as a mobile supply depot. We can be completely self-sufficient for our food and drink while we’re here. As for tomorrow, I’ll need to visit your supply depot to see if I can restock any of your other materials. It would be our honor to assist."

Only then did Xiao Qin Feng recall that in addition to being the deputy commander of Yongfeng Base, Ji Xiaosong was also the entire country’s largest mobile warehouse.

"Miss Ji, the Southern City Base currently has five million survivors, so daily provisions are a huge concern. The land is unfarmable because of acid rain, so we rely entirely on our Wood Element Ability Users to grow grain, and it’s just not enough. I’m immensely relieved that you’ve come to South City to replenish our supplies."

"Mm, don’t worry. I’ll have the Southern City Base’s warehouses completely restocked tomorrow."

A short while later, the group arrived in front of the luxury high-rise building.

Xiao Qin Feng stepped into the elevator first and pressed the button for the top floor.

The elevator ascended slowly and soon reached its destination.

As the elevator doors opened, a wave of fresh air washed over them.

Before their eyes was a spacious and bright living room, decorated in a simple yet stately style.

Through the massive floor-to-ceiling windows, one could overlook the entire Southern City Base.

While the view itself wasn’t pretty, just a panorama of decay, the line of sight was excellent.

Xiao Qin Feng led them on a tour from room to room, explaining, "There are ten bedrooms in total, and each has a private bathroom and balcony. We carefully selected the bedding to be soft and comfortable, guaranteeing everyone a good night’s sleep."

Next, he pointed to the dining room adjacent to the living room and said, "A lavish dinner is already waiting in the dining room, prepared with fresh ingredients from our base. You’ve all been busy all day and just came from a big fight, so you must be starving. You can eat your fill shortly."

With the arrangements settled, Xiao Qin Feng smiled at Ji Xiaosong and Gu Lin. "Miss Ji, Mr. Gu, please rest well for now. If you need anything at all, just inform the people stationed outside. If you don’t mind, I would like to invite you both to the base conference room tomorrow to discuss future cooperation and how we can face this apocalyptic crisis together."

After Xiao Qin Feng left, the group began to think about how to divide up the rooms.

Ji Xiaosong spoke up first. "An Ran and I will take Room 1. It’s more convenient since we’re both women."

The mineral water bottle in Gu Lin’s hand suddenly made a sharp cracking sound. He slowly twisted the cap tight, his Adam’s apple bobbing in the twilight. "No."

As one of the only two women on the team, An Ran was a bit bewildered.

She glanced at Gu Lin and flinched.