Chen Xiao returned with Dashan as dusk began to settle.He decided to get Dashan a room too,so they might as well attend that welcome ceremony—he had faith in Dashan's strength.Less than an hour remained until the 6 PM welcome ceremony.
Chen Xiao and Dashan chatted aimlessly as they strolled leisurely back, killing dozens of New Humans along the way.Of course, all were unevolved.
By now, Chen Xiao's evolution points had reached 600.He rarely fought, so these points were accumulated bit by bit, a one-way gain.He wasn't eager to accumulate them because he found such consumables meaningless.If the next Blood Moon's "evolution opportunity" still relied on evolution points to unlock,he could just capture a few high-value targets to "unlock" it.
Lost in thought, they arrived at Nancheng.He led Dashan straight to the open-air restaurant.Nancheng Open-Air Restaurant.
A long corridor stretched ahead, lined with neatly arranged small tables on both sides—like a pilgrimage path.Exquisite tableware and glittering candelabras adorned the tables.A 华丽 carpet covered the spacious corridor, with bright wall lamps on both sides casting warm light.It felt like a surreal, jarring contrast in the apocalypse.
By now, quite a few people had gathered—around thirty.Tang Shiyang and Jiang ChuXue were both there.They looked the same as yesterday: Tang Shiyang in a black lace dress, Jiang ChuXue in a white long dress.These two breathtaking beauties stood out wherever they went, even before the apocalypse.They were seated in the front-row VIP seats, second only to the three founders.But their magnetism drew a crowd, with people surrounding them, chatting and flattering.
"Miss Tang, you're truly stunning. Do you have a spot in the safe house? If I win today, I'll invite you to stay!"A bald, beer-bellied man boasted, his face flushed.Tang Shiyang let out a light laugh, not answering.
On the other side, a young man in sportswear smiled faintly:"Uncle, give it up. A woman like Miss Tang likes young studs and tough guys—you get it?""What, you think you're a stud? Miss Tang never said she dislikes older men!"
Just as everyone was treating Tang Shiyang as gossip fodder and Jiang ChuXue was about to lose her temper,a cold voice cut through:"Who Tang Shirou likes is her own affair," a cold voice cut through the chatter. "The next man who runs his mouth will find his balls on the floor."
Hearing the familiar voice, Tang Shiyang's eyes lit up with joy as she looked back.A deceptively lean young man who stood 1.88m tall stood there,with a two-meter-tall, muscular giant behind him.
Tang Shiyang's eyes sparkled as she took small steps toward Chen Xiao in her black dress.Jiang ChuXue looked over curiously, recognized Chen Xiao, and her 好感 toward him rose a bit.So he does look out for Sister Tang.
The two men who'd been rebuked looked displeased but held back—they didn't know who this was."And who are you?"The bald man scoffed."She's with me. Figure it out."Chen Xiao walked over, casually put an arm around Tang Shiyang's shoulder, and smiled defiantly.
Tang Shiyang was flustered by Chen Xiao's sudden boldness, blushing to her ears as she nodded shyly."Miss Tang has a boyfriend?"
The bald man's dreams shattered—he'd never seen a woman as glamorous as Tang Shiyang, even fantasizing about "games" with her in the room.The sportswear guy also frowned.How could this ordinary guy have such a noble and elegant woman?They were sick with jealousy—who wouldn't want such a beauty in the apocalypse?
When they heard "Tang Shiyang's boyfriend," all the men's gazes snapped toward Chen Xiao,filled with jealousy, admiration, and resentment.They scrutinized Chen Xiao, finding him just a 清秀,ordinary guy,with none of Boss Jiang's domineering aura.Dark thoughts bloomed in the minds of some admirers.So what if she's claimed? A widow is fair game.
"Kid, I'm Wang Dayong. Which turf are you from? Name's?"The bald man was annoyed at being challenged by a youngster."I'm your daddy.""Smack——"
The crack of the slap echoed like a gunshot!Wang Dayong was blindsided—he never expected things to escalate so fast!"Boom——"The force of the slap exceeded his wildest imagination!His face exploded in pain, his head reeling, vision blacking out!He was hurled backward as if launched from a catapult, clearing a hundred meters,left for dead,like a dying dog.
"Holy shit, he just killed someone!""Wang Dayong is at least A-rank—how could a single slap kill him?""What the hell? That strength is insane!""Unbelievable!""No wonder Miss Tang is so well-protected—this strength ranks in Nancheng!"
Chen Xiao ignored the stunned gazes, sat down with Tang Shiyang in his arms.Tang Shiyang was starry-eyed—she loved this domineering side of Chen Xiao.Chen Xiao settled in and surveyed the scene—many people had arrived.
Everyone was focused on the commotion here but dared not intervene,saving Chen Xiao a lot of trouble.
With [Dragon's Breath] active, Chen Xiao had the entire open-air restaurant in view.He focused on a few men with unusual energy signatures:a silent, bespectacled man in a suit,a thin man watching the scene with crossed legs,and a burly man napping.
Just as Jiang YunHan had said, many strong contenders had come for the rooms today.Thankfully, Dashan was stronger.
Soon, rustling sounds came from afar—Jiang YunHan and others had arrived.Over a dozen people from Nancheng Warehouse attended the welcome ceremony,including the three founders and ten captains.They were here to welcome and to watch the show.
Jiang YunHan took the main seat at the end of the corridor without hesitation,with Lü XingJi and Lang Fei on either side.
The two had recovered well, showing no signs of Chen Xiao's beating.The ten captains sat along the corridor, same as Chen Xiao's group.
"Everyone, sorry for the wait."Jiang YunHan stood at the main seat, raising his glass:"On behalf of Nancheng Warehouse, thank you for your support. I promise:""As long as Nancheng Warehouse stands, we'll guarantee your safety!"He downed his drink in one gulp.
"Good!""With Boss Jiang's word, we trust you with our lives!""Boss Jiang is kind-hearted, a people's idol!"The crowd erupted in applause—they weren't here for the rooms,just offering a small supermarket to seek a safe corner in the apocalypse.They knew Boss Jiang would never choose them,so Jiang YunHan's words thrilled them—all they wanted was that guarantee.
But another group had entirely different goals.They wanted more.Like the core rooms!