Lu Yi

The army truck drove smoothly, arriving at the entrance of the military base. Although everyone was tired, they all got up and readied themselves for inspection as per protocol. There were a lot of military personnel at the entrance, all of them checking the people who wanted to enter the base. The majority of them were armed with guns and grenades.

The base was not as big as everyone was expecting but it was still better than living in mutant-infested buildings or dusty old houses. There was a thick mud wall surrounding the base as a form of protection. Then there was another concrete wall that served as another layer of protection. These were thanks to the combined works of earth, metal, and strength ability users as well as volunteers to secure the safety of the base.

There was a line going on outside and an entrance for vehicles. They didn't have to line up like everyone else because Nathan Yang only had to show his face and they were given immediate attention.

Strangely enough, the other military personnel didn't pester them but some held a bit of hostility towards Nathan Yang which the others did not ignore.

Although they were granted access inside, they still need to follow protocol and undergo inspection.

"Come out, the inspection is a bit annoying but it is necessary for everyone's safety." Nathan Yang did not seem fond of the inspection either but he still went outside to be checked.

Their group opened their doors and came down. Upon leaving the vehicle, they could feel and sense countless eyes observing all over them. People who were able to dress cleanly and look healthy would no doubt attract attention. Nathan Yang had already noticed this before but under the morning light, this group's appearance was not all bad. In fact, they look even better than other military personnel.

To be able to survive well in the apocalypse meant that the group had strength, maybe even ability users among them. In short, they were capable people.

The gazes changed and became appreciative. It was good to form connections with strong people. Even if they couldn't become their friends, avoiding them and not stirring trouble was the best way to survive.

"Yang, you're back. You need to keep your brother in check. He's been pestering people since last night." A burly man wearing a military uniform approached them. He did not have the same intimidating presence as the other military men and was even smiling warmly like a friendly old uncle.

"Thank you for being Little Zhou's babysitter." Nathan Yang said seriously.

"I don't even get paid for that!" The burly man said while laughing. Then he looked at the group of teenagers.

"Hello there. My name is Lu Yi. My apologies, but the check and inspection are a requirement. Aside from that, you would have to hand over 1/10 of your supplies in order to enter..." Lu Yi was still smiling while talking and he even looked and sounded very polite for such a big man.

"Lu Yi, this is Lilian Mo." Nathan Yang gestured to her which caused Lu Yi's demeanor to change.

"Ah! Forgive me. So you're the General's little niece? Where are my manners..? Oh, I didn't sound rude, right?"Lu Yi rubbed his neck awkwardly. "Anway, it's nice to meet you. I'm very sorry about this but we have to collect 1/10 of the supplies because the current state of the base's resources isn't very good. But this will guarantee accommodation and a place to say. 1/10 is fine and if you want to donate more, that is also fine." Lu Yi smiled very kindly at them which was really a huge difference compared to Nathan Yang's cool attitude or to Ye Yu who was rude to them.

"Little Rei, this Uncle is really good. He's different from that other Uncle." Mizuki Rei looked at Fu Yangzhu with a deadpanned look. Uncle this and Uncle that. What a good way to address people.

"I can hear you, you little brat." Nathan Yang decided to add these two little bastards to his list. He would have to beat these two people up when he finds the time to do so.

"I did that on purpose!" Fu Yangzhu raised his nose up in the air, not looking the least bit guilty.

"Haha! Little kid, Yang is still very young. I am indeed an Uncle already but Yang here, is still in his late twenties." Lu Yi said as he reached out and rubbed Fu Yangzhu's head in a very familiar manner.

Fu Yangzhu froze. Being called a little kid and having his head rubbed like that, wasn't this a bit belittling? Just when he was about to open his big mouth, Mu Qianmo spoke up.

"Mr. Yi, thank you for saying this." Mu Qianmo said with a smile. "It is 1/10 of our supplies but in the meantime, this will ensure our accommodation. Does anyone have any objections to this?"

Mu Qianmo glanced at everyone, waiting for any violent reaction. Everyone was already pretty tired so they didn't refuse anymore since it was only 1/10. They still have crystal cores that can be used to trade for supplies so they didn't mind at all.

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