If I Need Help

After 'storytime', everyone had gone quiet and Nathan Yang also decided not to speak. He could clearly see that this group was tougher than the others and they still have their morals intact, excluding the psychopaths, of course.

He did not know about their missing member but he seemed like an important person because, throughout the ride, they have been whispering and discussing how they would split up to look for the people they were trying to find.

"I think it's best we don't split up since Jiaojiao's brother seems to be like a part of the medical personnel in the base. We'll definitely find him easily if he really is in the base. Afterward, with enough rest and sleep, let's go and look for Boss Ren together. And Little Sister Mo, about you..."

Mu Qianmo hesitated. It seemed like Lilian Mo has a relative in the military so he wanted to ask what she wanted to do.

"About this... I will accompany you to find Jiaojiao's brother then I will have to meet this...U-Uncle... of mine." Lilian Mo was stiff. She could not hide the stutter in her words when she mentioned the word 'Uncle.'

"Then... I will also try to look for Lu Jingren...."

"Ah. I won't force anyone to go look for Boss Ren but I'll definitely go out to find him." Fu Yangzhu wasn't as loud as before. Perhaps because he was now registering how tired his body was and how much he was pushing his limit.

"What are you saying, Fu Yangzhu. If I don't look for Boss Ren, I'd be ashamed of myself."

"Little Rei, I already expect that from you."

"Thank you for taking care of me. Once I find my big brother, I'll definitely find a way to make it up to you guys..." Lin Jiaojiao said in a low voice, bowing her head. She felt a bit embarrassed since although they weren't all friends with each other, they were in a good relationship with each other and have fought together in life and death situations so she felt a bit close to them.

In a way, she also trusted them for taking in a complete stranger like her.

"It doesn't matter. We're all teammates here." Mu Qianmo smiled at her. Lin Jiaojiao's mood improved after seeing this.

"Xiao Ji, how about you? Do you have any other relatives?"

Zhang Youji blinked his eyes. Relatives...

He shook his head. There was only his Mom and him. He didn't even know if he had a father or not because his Mom never mentioned it to him and he never crossed in her mind so even if he was reading her thoughts, Zhang Youji never knew of such existence.

"Then... if you want, you can stay with me and my big brother. Of course, I won't force you. You can go with anyone you want."

Zhang Youji who was always touching Lin Jiaojiao felt her sincerity so he did not doubt any words she said. "Big sister, you're really nice." He said, hugging her arm closely. Moreover, her thoughts weren't as chaotic as other people. They were all good thoughts and he liked them a lot...

He could bear the noise because it was not as unpleasant as before.

"Xiao Ji really likes Jiaojiao." Mu Qingqing noted. She yawned. The ride was taking longer than expected. She looked at Lilian Mo and touched her on the arm.

"Cold..." She whispered, feeling the temperature through the clothes.

Lilian Mo lit a small flame on her index finger, brightening the surrounding.

"Go to sleep. I'll watch over you." Lilian Mo said, rubbing the girl's hair.

"Momo, you are really good to me." Mu Qingqing said. "But, I can also stay up with you so you don't feel alone."

"I'm fine."

"Momo, don't lie to me, okay? Please?"

Lilian Mo looked at Mu Qingqing in the eyes. The girl wasn't smiling anymore which meant she was serious with her words. She avoided her gaze and stared at the flame on her finger.

"I'll manage because I can't be weak. Otherwise... there will be trouble." Lilian Mo answered. "Once we find a place to settle in for the day, let's all rest. I will also take a nap... Little girl, you don't have to worry about me staying awake. This will only be just for the duration of the ride."

"Momo, you know that you can tell me anything, right?" Mu Qingqing said, her tone was a little mellow and soft. Her eyes also seemed a bit sad. Lilian Mo felt her fingers twitching. The little girl might look harmless but she was always able to tell if something was wrong with Lilian Mo.

"I will tell you if I need help."

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