Chapter 19: Mall Hunt

Irene's P.O.V

Growing up I avoided malls. Something about crowded spaces had always put me on edge. Post apocalyptic malls were deserted and for good reason. Before the collapse of the media people had been advised to stay away from crowded spaces. However, as in most dooms day scenarios, the masses first instinct upon hearing of their impending doom had been to stock up on supplies. The devil who had brought the end of days upon us, must have anticipated this reaction and as such malls and other such outlets became hot spots for infection. Within a day after the country had been declared a military state all malls, supermarkets and general stores were forcefully shut down as an effort to curb the spread of the virus. As such most of the malls were still fully stocked.