Apocalypse: I Can See the HP Bar, Killing Monsters Drops Loot

“What shall we bet on?”

Jiang Shixue looked at Wang Tao.

“You decide!”

Wang Tao spoke very generously.

Jiang Shixue tilted her head to think, and then suddenly revealed a sly smile.

“If you win… I’ll give you a kiss. It’s my first kiss, you know~”

“What?”

Although he and Jiang Shixue slept in the same bed, their relationship was pure and innocent, without any intimate gestures beyond hugging.

To say that Wang Tao didn’t harbor any thoughts at all would be impossible. But what was that saying? It’s hard to make a move when you’re too familiar!

Wang Tao felt that their interdependent relationship was actually quite nice.

Now that Jiang Shixue suddenly said this, it seemed like she was about to break the nature of their relationship?

While Wang Tao was still confused, Jiang Shixue suddenly hugged his neck and gently kissed him on the face, then snuggled into his arms.

“You won.”

“…”

Jiang Shixue didn’t care about winning or losing; she knew these were just comforting words from Wang Tao.

Wang Tao opened his mouth, feeling that perhaps this was an excuse Jiang Shixue deliberately used to close the distance between them.

Meeting someone who conceded before the bet could be a bit disappointing, but it was Jiang Shixue, after all.

“Alright, let’s sleep.”

Wang Tao helplessly ruffled Jiang Shixue’s hair.

He had originally planned to tell Jiang Shixue that Li Qiuyu was still alive, and that he was going to pick her up. But now, he changed his mind; he decided to give Jiang Shixue a surprise.

…

The next day, at dawn.

Wang Tao told everyone that he and He Jijun were going out for a short trip and would be back soon. He didn’t specify what for, and no one asked too much, just admonished him to be careful on the way.

Before leaving, Wang Tao secretly found Yang Changhong.

“When I return, find an excuse to keep Jiang Shixue in the room, don’t let her come out.”

“Ah? Okay!”

Yang Changhong nodded.

She wouldn’t ask too much, but Wang Tao still explained a bit.

“I found her mother, and I want to give her a surprise.”

“Wow!”

Yang Changhong was very surprised, then nodded repeatedly.

“Okay! Don’t worry, I’ll handle it well!”

…

Whirr whirr—

The helicopter took off, leaving the military base.

Inside the aircraft, Wang Tao was highly focused, afraid of any accidents. He had even prepared to jump out at any moment.

Fortunately, everything went smoothly, without any incidents.

Wang Tao slowly eased his mind, thinking that the previous plane crash might have happened because of issues in that area.

After some time, they finally arrived at the location Han Rui had mentioned.

From afar, Wang Tao could already see the residential area. Surrounding the complex were many metal barrels, and despite the rain, flames still burned within them, likely containing gasoline or something similar.

And around the complex, there was a dense wave of zombies!

“This is the place, let’s go.”

Whirr whirr—

The helicopter advanced towards the complex.

…

Jinxiu Residential Area.

Ding Yuqin’s group got up early in the morning.

Because Wang Tao said he would come today, they didn’t know when he might arrive, so they decided to prepare in advance.

“With so many zombies outside, how is he going to get here…”

Ding Yuqin’s face showed worry.

Their original plan was to create a diversion outside to attract some of the zombies if they could contact others willing to help. Then, while those zombies were distracted, they would make a run for it.

The plan was dangerous, but they had no other options.

After all, they were trapped in the midst of the zombie wave, and it was unlikely that anyone would dare come to their rescue under these circumstances. They never expected anyone to break through for them.

But Wang Tao just told them to stay put and take care of themselves, and wait for his message.

Although Ding Yuqin trusted Wang Tao and believed that he could manage this task, she couldn’t figure out how exactly he would do it and was worried about his safety.

And it wasn’t just her; the others were also concerned.

“Don’t worry, he’s so strong, nothing will happen to him!”

Han Rui patted her hand.

“Yes!”

Ding Yuqin nodded, then turned to look at Li Qiuyu beside her, who looked distressed.

“Sister Qiu Yu, should I ask about Jiang Shixue for you?”

They were too excited last night and forgot to inquire about Jiang Shixue. Mainly because Li Qiuyu herself did not speak up…

After finishing the call last night, Ding Yuqin realized that Li Qiuyu was visibly disheartened. She quickly apologized to Li Qiuyu, then asked if they should try to contact Wang Tao again, as they could probably still reach him.

But Li Qiuyu shook her head.

She knew Wang Tao’s character. If Jiang Shixue were safe, Wang Tao would have definitely informed her, but since he said nothing… the outcome was evident.

Of course, she still held onto an unrealistic hope—if she asked Wang Tao, then even that sliver of hope might be dashed!

So, she was conflicted. She wanted to see Wang Tao, who was an old friend and had saved her several times, a true lifesaver. But she also feared seeing him because, after meeting him, she might hear her daughter’s death with her own ears…

Facing Ding Yuqin’s questioning, Li Qiuyu ultimately shook her head.

“No, I’ll… wait until I see him.”

Ding Yuqin probably understood Li Qiuyu’s thoughts and tightly grasped her hand.

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