"Brother Su, he's probably afraid we'll steal his stuff..."
Zhong Xiaoshan whispered in Zhang Su's ear, believing she would think the same if she were him.
Zhang Su shrugged, noncommittal, and stepped forward, saying, "Brother, we're searching for food and water. Do you have any surplus?"
There was no response from inside the door, only the sound of shuffling. Moments later, the door cracked open, followed by a bang as it shut again.
The sudden noise startled the three.
"I've got a few packs of instant noodles and canned food. Take them and leave, and don't come back!"
The man inside said calmly, devoid of joy or sorrow.
Zhang Su cautiously pulled the door open to find another inner door. The double door design helps with soundproofing and security, which some homeowners opt to add.
