Everyone was stunned upon hearing this.Could you even awaken this kind of talent?
"Impressive. How about joining our infrastructure team?"Lang Fei approached, grinning.
Dashan didn't mince words: "Wherever Xiao-ge is, that's where I'm stayin'.""…"
Jiang YunHan's smile froze on his face—had he recruited a small faction?
"The Pioneer Squad welcomes you anytime."Lü XingJi also tried to recruit him, given Dashan's proven strength.But no one dared to press, having witnessed Chen Xiao's power.
After the three founders offered their greetings, many captains came to congratulate.They were weaker than Dashan, so they wanted to curry favor.
After seeing off the unfamiliar well-wishers,Chen Xiao brought Tang Shiyang, Jiang ChuXue, and Dashan to the warehouse rooftop.Dashan's room was by the wall—it was quiet there.
"Rest well. You'll be needed for something big the day after tomorrow."After settling Dashan in and closing the door,Chen Xiao headed straight into the room where the two women were, without looking back.
Through the door, Chen Xiao activated his [Dragon's Breath] talent, enhancing his hearing.
"Sister Tang, are you really not moving in with me?""No, ChuXue. I'm happy with him.""Tsk, you're just thinking about him… Hahaha, don't hit me!""Stop spouting nonsense! Hahaha, that tickles!""Ahem."
Chen Xiao cleared his throat.When he entered, Jiang ChuXue's face flushed, and she hurriedly climbed off Tang Shiyang.She sat up ramrod straight, putting on an exaggeratedly innocent and well-behaved expression.Chen Xiao never expected the aloof "Sheep Goddess" of his past life to have this side.
Day 6 of the Apocalypse.Less than twelve hours remained until the second Blood Moon.Chen Xiao took Dashan to Jiang ChuXue's room to crash a hot pot meal.To his surprise, Lü XingJi was there too—the man, dressed in a suit, was washing vegetables in the kitchen.
"Oh, the second-in-command is here too."Lü XingJi heard Chen Xiao but didn't turn around, replying indifferently:"We're all human—we all crave meat.""But I've always wondered: with your strength, why join Nancheng Warehouse?"
Chen Xiao laughed heartily: "Just like the company!"He wasn't lying—he'd joined Nancheng Warehousepurely to flirt with Jiang ChuXue and gain her talent.
Jiang ChuXue emerged from her bedroom, yawning:"Sweet talker! If you're mooching food, go wash the veggies! At least Lü XingJi makes himself useful!"Chen Xiao was rebuffed and spread his hands helplessly.
Tang Shiyang chimed in: "ChuXue, Chen Xiao is here to congratulate you on your new safe house."Jiang ChuXue wasn't buying it: "Fine, fine—you're all in cahoots!"
Lü XingJi put the washed vegetables in a basket:"By the way, there was a bizarre flash at the border between Nancheng and Tianyi Warehouse today.""Your brother wants to investigate first—he's always suspected there's something mystical in the apocalypse."
At this, Chen Xiao's eyebrows raised: "A flash?""Yes. Boss Jiang has footage taken by patrols with cameras."
Lü XingJi nodded at Chen Xiao, then continued:"The warehouse needs a vanguard team—A-rank talent required. You and Dashan should report in."But right after he spoke,he saw Chen Xiao shaking his head like a rattle.
"Nope. Not a chance. Way too risky out there. I'm perfectly happy right here with this hot pot.""Uh…"
Lü XingJi was baffled. What kind of logic was this? This guy took down me and Lang Fei with two punches! What is he playing at? Even for someone cautious, this is just... cowardly!
"What about Dashan…"Lü XingJi wanted to ask Dashan too—Dashan was incredibly strong!With him on the team, their combat power would rise a notch.Whether facing New Humans or Tianyi Warehouse members, their odds would improve!
Soon, he met Dashan's unwavering gaze—it was clear he followed Chen Xiao's lead.
"You live in the safe house, core members. Shouldn't you stand with Nancheng Warehouse in times like this?"Lü XingJi was baffled. What kind of logic was this?
"Knock knock knock."The door opened—it was Jiang YunHan.He'd apparently heard Lü XingJi's words but wasn't angry.Instead, he pulled up a stool and sat at the table, speaking seriously:"I don't need Dashan in the vanguard team, but I have a request."