Chapter 17: Mission (Part 1)

Chapter 17: Mission (Part 1)

Captain Li got the crucial information and saluted Xiao Hua again, his voice resonating like a bell, "Comrade, thank you for the notification!"

This information would play a crucial role in his subsequent arrangements.

Captain Li rushed off to handle other matters, but in less than twenty minutes, he appeared in front of Xiao Hua's group again.

Xiao Hua's group, who had just sat in the car for a few minutes of rest: "..."

Here he is again, this captain is back again!

The group collectively pretended to ignore him, and Xiao Zui had to assume the responsibility of team leader to deal with Captain Li, "Old Li, what's up?"

Captain Li wore a troubled expression, "These civilians are making random accusations out of fear for their lives, yet they refuse to cooperate with the checks. Old Xiao, what can I do?"

Though he was speaking to Xiao Zui, Captain Li's eyes involuntarily shifted towards Xiao Hua.

Xiao Hua feigned misunderstanding, trying to minimize her presence.

Let whoever wants to clean up this mess do it.

As Xiao Zui struggled to deal with Captain Li, Su Mo quietly leaned in and whispered to Xiao Hua, "Xiao Hua, my powers seem to be able to detect the zombie virus. Do you need my help?"

Xiao Hua was somewhat taken aback; she didn't have much of a rapport with Su Mo, yet Su Mo was asking for her opinion first.

Given how polite the female lead was, Xiao Hua naturally replied patiently, "Suit yourself, you might want to ask my brother first."

Then Su Mo went to ask Xiao Zui, and without a doubt, she was roped into helping by Captain Li.

After discussion, it was decided that Xiao Hua and Su Mo would stay behind to assist with the checks, while Xiao Zui’s team of five would go look for supplies.

Su Mo was mainly responsible for the inspections; her healing powers could accurately detect if someone had a fever and determine if wounds were infected. The army soldiers assisted from the side.

Xiao Hua leaned against the doorway quietly, her striking figure barely visible under the loose work clothes, a shoulder-length fishbone braid hanging behind her head, hazel eyes, finely sculpted nose, and alluring red lips, coupled with a detached aura—truly a beauty like her.

Unfortunately, this beauty was not appreciated.

The survivors could only see the gun Xiao Hua was playing with and sense the strong presence she exuded.

Simply by standing there, Xiao Hua made the survivors line up obediently in front of Su Mo for inspection.

They didn’t want to die.

Captain Li, who came over to inspect, was unimpressed: "..."

The soldiers who had previously struggled with the inspections: "..."

Ah, double standards indeed.

Xiao Hua’s slender fingers toyed with the pistol as she thought back to not long ago.

Before Xiao Zui's group left, Xiao Hua, thinking of Bai Mu's non-offensive powers, casually reminded him to stay safe.

Unexpectedly, Bai Mu, who knows what was going through his mind, handed his pistol to Xiao Hua. And for some reason, Xiao Hua also reached out and took it.

Rubbing the slide, just by the feel and texture, this gun was definitely top-notch. Unfortunately, the pistol's size was a bit too large for her to use without risking injury, and her accuracy was just average.

Shooting people wasn’t a big problem, but she could never achieve Bai Mu's level of headshots and one-hit kills.

Moreover, as the later stages of the apocalypse approached, the zombies became stronger and faster, with some even being flying creatures, making guns less and less useful.

A common saying.

Still, it’s essential to enhance our abilities and strengthen ourselves.

"Xiao Hua, this girl is running a high fever."

Su Mo's voice interrupted Xiao Hua's train of thought.

Xiao Hua turned and saw it was the girl from that family.

Obviously, people around who recognized the girl immediately distanced themselves from her, their eyes filled with revulsion and disdain, and they began to whisper.

"This girl is from the same family as those earlier cases."

"Those who turned into zombies?"

"Yes, and she has a fever too; she’ll likely turn into a zombie as well."

"How disgusting!"

The girl lowered her head, remaining silent. She knew better than anyone that arguing was pointless, so she could only remain silent.

Xiao Hua extended her right hand and placed it on the girl's forehead. A soft blue light glowed from her palm, lowering the girl’s temperature, which gradually faded after a few seconds.

Xiao Hua took out a chocolate bar and a bottle of water from her backpack and handed them to the girl.

"Rest well; I hope you can awaken your powers."

The girl looked up suddenly, staring blankly at Xiao Hua.

Seeing the girl’s frail form, Su Mo felt a pang of sympathy. "Come sit here. Don’t worry about anything now; just rest and regain your strength."

The girl stiffly accepted the food, still in shock.

She had thought everyone would reject her.

The girl sat quietly next to Su Mo, nibbling on the chocolate.

The surrounding people’s gazes instantly shifted from revulsion and disdain to envy and jealousy.

After this incident, the survivors became more proactive in getting checked. If they had known there would be water and food, why would they have hesitated?

From then on, for every person Su Mo found with a fever, Xiao Hua would use her powers to help them and give each one water and food.

Of course, except for the first girl, everyone else had to provide their own water bottles, which Xiao Hua would fill with water.

Everyone: “……”

Wow, this power is amazing! It can both fight and provide water! I want it!

Of course, once they awaken their powers, they’ll realize that not everyone’s powers are strong, and even fewer have multiple uses.

In a euphemistic sense, it’s called the disparity of the world.