newbobooks Chapter 24 Safe Zone
Chapter 24 Safe Zone
After the group discussed it, Luo Mei took the lead and went downstairs along the rope of the grappling hook.
Next came Ji Yan carrying Fang Lianjiao, followed by Jiao Yang, Tan He carrying Zhao Han, Ye Ziang, and Yu Yao bringing up the rear.
The group left Xinxin Shopping Mall without incident.
Fang Lianjiao's condition was getting worse and worse; her hands and feet were tightly bound, and her mouth was gagged.
Since they came out, Jiao Yang has been carrying Zhao Han, who refuses to walk next to them no matter what, which makes Jiao Yang angry and he keeps glaring at her.
Zhao Han ignored him and kept snuggling into Tan He's arms.
Upon arriving at the parking area, Yu Yao said to Jiao Yang, "You guys get in our car."
Jiao Yang was pleasantly surprised: "Thank you, thank you!"
Yu Yao and Luo Mei are very capable. With them in the car, safety is more guaranteed, and we don't have to face Zhao Han. It couldn't be better!
"You're welcome, let's go." He then prepared to get into the car.
Seeing this, Zhao Han became anxious, "Aren't you going to take us to the car?"
Their car wasn't parked here when they came.
Yu Yao glanced at her and said coldly, "Give me your life, and I'll live in your place."
"Pfft, hahahahahahaha~" Luo Mei couldn't help but burst out laughing, happily opened the car door and got in, without even glancing at Zhao Han.
Yu Yao and the others got into the car one after another and drove away, completely ignoring Zhao Han and the others.
Ji Yan and Ye Ziang exchanged a glance, then turned and walked towards where they had parked their car.
As for Zhao Han and Tan He, if they can keep up, they can; if they can't, so be it.
......
The return journey went relatively smoothly; they encountered few zombies, most of which were simply knocked away by Luo Mei.
Yu Yao simply closed her eyes to examine the talismans and equipment she had obtained from killing the zombies.
She obtained almost all talismans and materials from killing zombies herself.
Five talismans that condensed the strongest attack of a level-one superpowered zombie.
Luo Mei, on the other hand, might have a newbie protection period, so her drop rate is pretty good.
In addition to the two refining materials, a talisman - the [Linglang Talisman] - also dropped.
And a [Mithril Bracelet] that reduces skill cooldown time by 20%.
The Luminous Amulet is suitable for those with spiritual abilities.
It has the effect of reducing mental energy consumption by 20% and increasing the strength of mental energy by 30%.
It can also automatically trigger an absolute defense barrier when a fatal attack is detected, with a cooldown time of 7 days.
This attribute value is already very good for low-level equipment.
Yu Yao thought for a moment, then decided to keep the bracelet, but the amulet...
In the game, only one of each type of equipment can be equipped at a time.
Once she has the Heaven-Covering Stone amulet, she can't wear other amulets, otherwise they will automatically replace it.
Although the Sky-Covering Stone has a seven-day cooldown period, it can only be used to cool down if it is equipped!
This almost completely eliminated the possibility for Yu Yao to replace the amulet with another one.
Left and right are useless things, and their attributes don't suit her. It was Luo Mei who fought her way out.
Perhaps... we could give it to her.
The two are currently teaming up. The stronger she is, the more she will benefit.
Moreover, the system's favorability rating is raised in an abnormally difficult way.
She has a high level of affection for her current boyfriend, 96, so she definitely won't betray him.
Even if she betrays him, the Linglang Amulet will still retaliate against her.
Because any item produced by the system, whether it's equipment or cultivation techniques, will be automatically subject to restrictions once it's equipped.
I cannot harm Yu Yao.
This actually...puts a lock on Luo Mei!
Yu Yao's eyes flickered slightly as she silently looked out the window.
......
Twenty minutes later, the group located the encampment by contacting Company Commander Fang via walkie-talkie.
Jinjiang Garden Community Activity Center.
When Company Commander Fang saw their vehicle return, he hurried over to greet them and asked, "Comrade Yu Yao, Comrade Luo Mei, was the journey smooth?"
"It went very smoothly, thank you, Company Commander Fang."
"That's good. We'll set off back to the safe zone first thing tomorrow morning."
"Yes, Company Commander Fang, we can leave at any time."
"Okay, then you guys go and get some rest. See you tomorrow morning."
"meet tomorrow."
Because of Fang Lianjiao's injury, Yu Yao and the others took the initiative to find a room next to the activity center to rest for the night.
The next morning, Company Commander Fang personally brought them some water and compressed biscuits.
Yu Yao and Luo Mei did not want to take advantage of the soldiers, and politely declined again.
Ye Ziang and the others felt the same way, except for Zhao Han, who was not too happy about it.
Company Commander Fang didn't insist. After announcing the departure time, he hurriedly went to make arrangements for the others.
......
At eight o'clock, the convoy set off on time.
This time, Zhao Han and Tan He were not allowed to get into Ye Ziang's car. Although Zhao Han was unhappy, it was no use.
Ji Yan was worried that Fang Lianjiao might turn into a zombie, so he said to Jiao Yang, "Jiao Yang, bring Fang Lianjiao into our car."
"it is good."
Now, Yu Yao and Luo Mei were left alone in the car again.
With no outsiders around, Yu Yao handed the Linglang Amulet directly to Luo Mei.
Luo Mei looked at the exquisite amulet in Yu Yao's palm, somewhat puzzled: "What's this? Amulet?"
Yu Yao didn't answer, only saying, "You'll know once you put it on."
Luo Mei remembered the weapons she carried.
Strangely enough, the moment she got her hands on it, she knew all the information about the knife.
She held the amulet in her palm, wondering how to put it on, when suddenly the amulet disappeared from her hand.
At the same time, the function and information of the Linglang Amulet also appeared in her mind.
Luo Mei's breath hitched, and the car shook for a moment.
Yu Yao quickly grabbed the handle above her head and reminded her, "Calm down, it would be too unfair to die in a car accident."
Luo Mei pursed her lips, her slender fingers fidgeting with the leather cover on the steering wheel, her voice trembling slightly.
"Sister, don't take this out so casually in the future."
She didn't want to find out where these things came from.
She was simply afraid that the innocent man might be guilty of possessing a treasure, which would bring unnecessary trouble to Yu Yao.
Yu Yao chuckled lightly, her tone calm: "No, I only give it to people I trust."
Luo Mei turned to look at Yu Yao's stunningly beautiful profile, illuminated by the sunlight.
A smile played on his lips, his fox-like eyes shining brightly. "I'm someone you can trust, aren't I?"
"Ah."
"You've agreed to join our team?"
"Does that mean I get to decide?"
"I'll figure it out! They'll definitely like you. If they don't accept you, I'll go with you!"
Yu Yao raised her eyebrows slightly and turned her head to look at her in surprise, "You're in such a hurry to find them, and you still want to come with me?"
"I just need to make sure they're all okay. Why should a bunch of grown men follow them around?"
She paused for a moment, then continued, "But it would be better to be with them; the two of us are still a bit too weak."
Yu Yao laughed again, "You're so contradictory."
"...That's true, a bit."
Yu Yao: "......"
"However, sister, I won't take it for nothing. In the future, when I have crystal cores, I'll give you everything except what I need."
"Ah."
Although I hadn't originally planned to let her get something for free, Luo Mei's sensibility... was indeed pleasing.
......
The journey back to the safe zone was much smoother, thanks to the military's escort.
Yu Yao and Luo Mei didn't even need to get out of the car, and finally arrived at the hot spring resort before evening.
Before the apocalypse, this place was a notorious den of iniquity, combining hot spring baths, dining, entertainment, accommodation, and sightseeing.
It occupies a huge area, and everyone who can afford to come here is either extremely wealthy or of high status.
The houses here are sturdy and remain functional even after an earthquake.
However, the acid rain damaged some walls and plants, significantly reducing the aesthetic appeal.
But no one will dislike these.
Today, this area has been completely taken over and controlled by the military, and has been converted into a temporary safe zone.
A physical examination is required to enter the safe zone. If you have any wounds, you will need to be observed for 24 hours.
Fang Lianjiao was naturally left in the observation room, and Jiao Yang, worried about her, stayed with her.
Once inside the safe zone, Company Commander Fang led them to the trading hall.
This used to be the resort's office building, but it has now been converted into a trading hall.
Registration, renting a room, receiving tasks, submitting tasks, and exchanging points are all done here, albeit on different floors, so the calculations are clear.
Yu Yao and her companion first went to the rental window to take a look.
Those who enter the safe zone can stay in the free tent area.
You can also pay for some supplies to rent a house, and parking spaces also need to be rented with supplies.
The amount of supplies required varies depending on the type of accommodation.
They looked at the rental information sheet and finally chose a two-bedroom apartment, with a pound of food per day.
If you rent for ten days, you can park your car for free in the apartment's garage for ten days.
It's not cheap, but resources are so scarce right now, so this is the only option.
Yu Yao simply took out a 10-jin bag of rice that she and Luo Mei had collected together and completed the rental procedures.
After getting the key, they went to the mission hall on the second floor to take a look.
The safe zone doesn't tolerate idlers. Everyone who enters the safe zone for free must complete at least one task every day to earn points and exchange them for living supplies.
There are many types of missions. Those who are capable can go to the surrounding area to clear out zombies, search for survivors, help find people, or collect supplies.
Those who lack the ability but dare not leave the safe zone.
You can build houses, walls, clean, and do logistics at the base.
Of course, doctors or people with special abilities will be given priority in recruitment, with generous compensation and military protection.