NOVPUBChapter 91: Chapter 91: Suitable Way of Survival
Chapter 91 -91: Suitable Way of Survival
Meng Meng was very obedient, never touching a loaded gun unless it was safe—she knew it was her lifeline.
Gu Pan stroked Meng Meng’s hair, “Meng Meng is really great. What should auntie reward Meng Meng with?” As she spoke, Gu Pan pulled out a lollipop from her pocket.
Meng Meng happily accepted it, “I haven’t had candy for a long time.”
At this time, Lu Ruisheng looked around. The safety factor of this home was quite high; the windows and doors had been reinforced.
Although Guo Gang and his wife were not at home, Meng Meng now knew everything; she had told them about what happened after the plague.
Their home had enough supplies; they rarely went out. When they did, it was just Guo Gang wearing a mask, and he would disinfect upon returning. Thus, none of their family had been infected.
Now it was extremely hot. Apart from the heat, things were fine. Her mom had become very skilled in both physical ability and gun skills. Her parents were able to gather supplies when they went out. Their home was not lacking food, which reassured Gu Pan and her group.
Meng Meng seemed to have grown up a lot in the months they had not seen each other.
Gu Pan chatted with Meng Meng for a while and still left them some supplies—things to supplement vitamins and calcium. She also left some biscuits and snacks for Meng Meng, asking her to behave and promising to visit again when she had time.
Meng Meng was reluctant to see Gu Pan go and clung to her hand, “Auntie, when will you come again? I like it when you come.”
Gu Pan pinched Meng Meng’s little hand, “I’ll come when I have time. We didn’t dare to come out before because of the plague, but now that it’s gone, we can, right?”
Meng Meng listened happily, “Then auntie must come more often.”
Gu Pan couldn’t make careless promises, “I’ll try. I’ll come when I have time.”
Meng Meng nodded, “Then uncle and auntie be careful on your way back. There are a lot of bad people now.”
Lu Ruisheng told Meng Meng, “After we leave, you must lock the door and block it with things again. Remember?”
Meng Meng replied, “I remember.”
Lu Ruisheng gave Meng Meng a few more instructions about staying safe, like not falling asleep with candles burning to avoid any fire.
Meng Meng listened obediently, saying she would remember everything.
After leaving Guo Gang’s home, Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng visited Tian Zhenzhen’s parents. Only her brother and sister-in-law were left; the children and the elderly had all perished in the plague.
Gu Pan didn’t know what to say and could only leave behind some supplies, advising them to leave a note if they decided to move, so they could be found later.
Then they proceeded to Dong Mingyue’s with heavy hearts.
Dong Mingyue was still in that complex. As Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng arrived at the entrance of the complex, they happened to see a lad who had followed Dong Mingyue before.
Lu Ruisheng approached the lad to inquire if Dong Mingyue was in.
The lad recognized Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng and was thrilled, “Big brother and sister are here! Our big sister is at home; I’ll take you up.” He led the way.
While walking, the lad introduced the situation: “Now, this whole complex belongs to our big sister. Nobody dares to mess with us here. Our big sister is quick, accurate, and ruthless. After taking out the boss of the nearby complex, she became famous in one fell swoop.”
Listening to the lad’s endless praise of Dong Mingyue, Gu Pan’s feelings were complicated. However, this was the apocalypse, and Dong Mingyue’s way of surviving was suited for these times.
Still, Gu Pan was aware that reaching Dong Mingyue’s position was not easy; the abuse she had suffered at the hands of her husband and mother-in-law may have also shaped who she had become.
Their defense here was quite tight, with two sentries at the entrance downstairs, plus hidden guards, and the arrangement was very meticulous.
As Gu Pan went upstairs, she noticed not only the presence of hidden people but also booby traps. It seemed Dong Mingyue truly was a born commander.
When they reached the sixth floor, a young man knocked on the door, “Sister, Sister Gu and Brother Lu are here.” Gu Pan twitched her mouth at the strange title but didn’t say anything. It was just a name, no need to take it too seriously.
The door swung open, and Dong Mingyue came out and hugged Gu Pan. “It’s so good that you are all alive. My people have been inquiring about you guys, where did you go? Your previous building was burned, it scared me to death, I was really afraid you were dead, but when I went to check, your bodies weren’t there. The dead were all those who came to attack you, and with the zipline, I knew you must have escaped.”
Listening to Dong Mingyue ramble with concern, Gu Pan laughed, “How come you’ve become so caring?”
Dong Mingyue replied innocently, “Ever since I removed my ‘love brain,’ my IQ has replenished. Don’t worry, I’m quite clear about who’s far and who’s near now.” She then nodded to Lu Ruisheng, “Come in and have a seat.”
Once they were inside and settled on the sofa, it was clear that Dong Mingyue’s room was well-decorated, and she seemed to be living well.
Dong Mingyue quickly had a young man bring them mineral water and food.
Gu Pan said, “No need, no need, you don’t have to be so busy, knowing that you’re doing well over here also puts our minds at ease.”
“It’s fine, quick, tell me about when you were besieged. I could learn some lessons from you.” Dong Mingyue was really passionate about leading troops and fighting nowadays.
Gu Pan told her about the events of that day and then drew her a Defense Map including their defensive and offensive strategies, as well as the zipline.
Dong Mingyue gained a lot from it.
Gu Pan also took out two books on Military Strategy from her bag to give to Dong Mingyue, along with a hundred bullets, because they knew that a large reason Dong Mingyue could establish a foothold here was because she had guns and bullets.
Holding these gifts, Dong Mingyue grasped Gu Pan’s hand, “Panpan, it’s really great to have you.”
Gu Pan smiled and said, “I feel great having you too, but it’s not early anymore, we have to head back, otherwise it’ll get hot once the sun rises.”
Dong Mingyue said, “I got a car, and there’s fuel, how about I give you a lift back?”
Gu Pan replied, “No need, we have our own transportation; you save your fuel for critical moments.”
“I know where you are now, I’ll come visit when I have time.”
“Don’t bother coming over. You just need to manage your own territory well. We often come over to the trading point to exchange resources, and we’ll just swing by to see you then.”
“If you lack anything, let me know and I’ll get some for you.”
“No need, we exchange goods also for the sake of maximizing benefits, not because we are lacking resources. If we ever do need something, wouldn’t we tell you?”
“Alright then, if you’re in need of anything, just come to me.”
“Got it, don’t worry, who else would I turn to if not you?”
With that, Dong Mingyue felt pleased, but before Gu Pan left, she still packed a bag full of resources for them, containing both food and necessities, “It’s not just for you; everyone helped back then, you can’t refuse.”
With that said, Gu Pan really couldn’t refuse, “Fine, I’ll take them.”
Dong Mingyue accompanied Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng out of the residential complex, said goodbye once more, and only went back after watching them leave in the distance.
After Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng returned, they first put the items in the Space, since they had sneaked out during the night, it was not appropriate to mention it to everyone. They would wait for the right moment to bring it up.
