21: It exploded!

"Ringing in the old and bringing in the new, the rejuvenation of Huaxia... On this New Year's Eve of family joy and reunion..."

The large tablet in the villa was playing last year's Spring Festival Gala.

It added a lot of festive cheer to the quiet night.

Lin Wan had taken the time to download all of this beforehand.

Dozens of tablets, computers, and phones were filled with TV dramas, variety shows, movies, anime, as well as novels and games.

At the dining table, Xia Yue and Lin Wan were chatting while making dumplings.

The two of them had already become best friends who shared everything; when they started talking, the two men had to stand aside.

Shen Mo Chi and Xie Ji Chuan were inside stir-frying dishes.

Uncle Wang was properly putting up paper-cut window decorations on the windows.

Even in the Apocalypse, one must eat dumplings for the New Year.

Lin Wan had never told Xia Yue and the others about the space.

It wasn't that she didn't trust them, but this thing was, after all, too extraordinary.

Lin Wan felt it wouldn't be too late to tell them only when forced by circumstances or when necessary.

The weather outside was freezing, and the zombies wandering around here seemed to have decreased significantly in recent days.

Once the food was on the table, they began to enjoy their New Year's Eve dinner.

Fish, chicken, shrimp, stir-fried vegetables, and steaming dumplings.

Alcohol and soft drinks were all laid out.

Lin Wan also prepared a cup of spiritual spring water for everyone.

She and Shen Mo Chi had already drunk it; it was extremely beneficial to the body, strengthening it when healthy and acting as a great remedy for curing illnesses and healing wounds.

Xia Yue picked up the cup, observed it, and took a sip.

"Wanwan, what brand of mineral water is this? It's so clear... and it tastes sweet."

Xia Yue drank half the cup in one go. She didn't know if it was an illusion, but she felt the lingering effects of her recent cold suddenly improve a lot.

Her eyes lit up, and after finishing her drink, she forced Xie Ji Chuan, who didn't like drinking water, to finish all of his.

Lin Wan looked at her with a smile.

Yue Yue was quite smart.

The rare thing was that once she trusted you, she would never question you, nor would she ask or say much. Xie Ji Chuan was truly lucky.

Uncle Wang also finished the water in his cup with a chuckle. A moment later, he miraculously felt his chronic back pain improve significantly.

Lin Wan always made Uncle Wang feel both pained for her and close to her; in his heart, he already treated her like a daughter.

He always felt this water was different from normal water.

However, he had lived more than half his life and had seen many things that couldn't be explained by common sense.

Besides, the Apocalypse had arrived; what else was impossible?

Still, everyone has secrets. Even if the relationship is close, one must respect the other's secrets.

He had a feeling that Lin Wan... was not just Mo Chi's lucky star, but would be the lucky star for all of them.

The group toasted and exchanged glasses, talking and laughing in a lively atmosphere.

But this beautiful New Year's Eve atmosphere was soon shattered.

"Bang!"

Amidst the laughter, a violent explosion rang out unexpectedly, making the villa shake.

Shen Mo Chi immediately pulled Lin Wan into his arms, and Xie Ji Chuan did the same, protecting Yue Yue.

Immediately after, they stood up quickly and ran to the window, using binoculars to observe the situation.

"What's going on! The explosion came from our house!"

A sharp killing intent surfaced in Xie Ji Chuan's eyes as he pulled out the handgun he carried with him.

Shen Mo Chi looked at Xie Ji Chuan's villa on the left, where the main gate had been blown open, his expression deep and cold.

"A Chuan, don't go out. This is clearly aimed at us!"

"Bang! Another explosion!"

Uncle Wang's villa door was also blown up.

They heard the sound of a helicopter circling and flying over this villa.

Lin Wan's gaze was icy, and she no longer hesitated.

"Mo Chi, quick, everyone stand together and hold hands."

Shen Mo Chi pulled Xie Ji Chuan. Xie Ji Chuan was already protecting Yue Yue. Hearing this, although Yue Yue was confused, she followed suit by reflex and went over to pull Uncle Wang.

The moment the bomb was dropped, Lin Wan pulled Shen Mo Chi and brought them all into the space.

"Bang!"

A violent explosion rang out instantly, and a crater was blasted into the spot where they had just been standing.

"Mo Chi, my goodness, what is this?"

After Uncle Wang, Xia Yue, and Xie Ji Chuan stood there dumbfounded for a full five minutes,

Xie Ji Chuan finally asked in disbelief.

He pulled Xia Yue,

"Wife, give me a slap to see if I'm dreaming."

Xia Yue reached out and gave him a 'pah' slap.

"Ouch, my hand hurts. Hubby, this is real!"

Xie Ji Chuan rubbed his face, his grin so wide his gums were showing.

He ran in front of the calm Lin Wan,

"Lin Wan! Sister Wan! You really are my sister. Is this yours? The legendary space?"

Lin Wan didn't know whether to laugh or cry:

"Yes, yes, yes, that's right. Young Master Xie, please mind your cool image."

Then, she said candidly,

"Everyone trusts me, yet I didn't confess to having a space before. I did have some selfish motives, and I hope everyone can understand."

Xia Yue's eyes were bright as she looked around excitedly.

"Sister Wanwan, what are you saying? If it weren't for you, we'd be three corpses by now. It's you we're talking about; if it were me, I might not necessarily reveal the space to others so easily."

Xie Ji Chuan also waved his hand,

"Lin Wan, don't ever say that. Yue Yue is right, you saved our lives. I will always remember this kindness. As for the space, we will keep it buried in our hearts!"

"Yes, they're right. Lin Wan, we should thank you."

Uncle Wang was well on in years, but even he was significantly shocked by the sight before him.

To the right of the small building was a pile of supplies that stretched beyond the eye can see, with tens of thousands of containers placed there.

There were also various shelves filled with all kinds of supplies: food, drinks, daily necessities, clothes...

There was also a dedicated weapons area, yachts, large ships, various large utility vehicles, off-road vehicles, RVs, sports cars...

The most miraculous thing was that those wontons and barbecues... were actually still steaming hot...

No wonder every time they went to Lin Wan's house for a meal, they always felt it was better than the frozen stuff at their own homes; she had a freshness-preserving space!

Who wouldn't be moved by seeing such good things?

Uncle Wang couldn't help but be deeply moved.

Lin Wan was truly treating them as family; he would have to treat this girl even better in the future.

Lin Wan looked at their amazed expressions and shared a smile with Shen Mo Chi.

The space recognized its owner; it couldn't be taken by others. Besides, Lin Wan knew that none of them would have such thoughts.

Moreover, just two days ago, Lin Wan accidentally discovered that as long as she wasn't in the space, no other living creatures could stay there, except for plants and animals.

So, this space was truly and purely personal and exclusive.

Lin Wan said with a smile,

"Ji Chuan, since you want to thank me so much, then with so many supplies, you can come and help organize them when you're free in the future."

Xie Ji Chuan was stunned for a moment, then nodded repeatedly,

"I can still come in later? That's great! Come on, Uncle Wang, Mo Chi, let's take action now!"

Lin Wan didn't know whether to laugh or cry,

"You're so excited you've gone silly. Someone is raiding our home outside!"

Xia Yue rolled her eyes at him helplessly.

Xie Ji Chuan scratched his head sheepishly,

"Right, right. But who exactly is it? They're attacking so ruthlessly!"

"Stay calm. We'll know by listening."

Outside.

A helicopter landed on the wide, flat ground.

A man with an upright posture led a dozen people down.

They went to Lin Wan's villa first. When they saw the steaming food scattered on the living room floor, they were incredibly excited.

"Such good food. As expected, there must be plenty to eat here! But the bomb just now missed this building; I wonder if any supplies were hit."

"Quick, search it for me!"

Ten minutes later.

"Reporting to the Captain, besides a generator and some daily necessities, there's nothing to eat here."

"Baka! How is that possible! Go search the other two houses for me!"

"Officer, this house has supplies in the basement!"

"Officer, there are some here too!"

"Damn it! Those motherfucking Japanese, stealing from me!"

Xie Ji Chuan cursed angrily.

Lin Wan and the others all had solemn faces as they continued to listen intently.

"Didn't they say three households with abundant supplies lived here! Why does this house have nothing! Luckily the other two have some, but it's not much! Just a drop in the bucket!"

"The granary of our Great Japan was actually stolen back then, and we still have no clues! And so many containers at the port! Now that the Apocalypse is here, we're forced to gather supplies everywhere!"

"If I find out who it was, I definitely won't let them off!"

Hearing this, Lin Wan's heart skipped a beat.

Xie Ji Chuan and Xia Yue looked at the giant granary printed with the Japanese flag not far away.

...

Good, well done.

Lin Wan didn't expect that this matter was actually related to her!

She should have disregarded everything back then and emptied their armory too!

There was nothing in the house because Lin Wan, to be safe, never left extra things outside.

Xie Ji Chuan and the others were all extremely disgusted by the Japanese; this was the instinctive reaction of every Huaxia person.

"Mo Chi, Lin Wan, shouldn't we go out and give them a lesson! I don't want to just give my supplies to them so easily!"

Lin Wan certainly wouldn't let them off so cheaply.

It was the New Year, and the home they had worked hard to build was blown up just like that!

How could she not be angry! It was the Apocalypse; she had to avenge every grievance, especially against the Japanese!

"Good! Grab your gear, let's go!"

None of them were weaklings!

The armory in the space was ready. Lin Wan used her old method, preparing to throw out a few smoke bombs and tear gas canisters first.

While the others went to transport the supplies, the leading captain took two or three men to look over the villa.

"How can there be no one? Not even a corpse. This food is still steaming, yet the people have vanished into thin air? There must be a hidden basement..."

He was pondering in confusion about where the people could have gone.

Suddenly, smoke filled his vision, his eyes began to stream, and he couldn't see anything!

Taking advantage of this moment, the group left the space, appearing in their original positions.

They stood right behind those few people.

"Hey, are you looking for us?"

A faint, cold voice rang out.

The few people covering their noses and mouths were startled. They turned around and saw five people wearing protective masks.

In the dim room, amidst the swirling smoke, they truly looked like ghosts, scaring the men so much their eyes widened.

By the time they reacted and tried to fire their guns,

the next second,

"Bang! One second, headshot."

The lackeys died. Shen Mo Chi shot the squad leader once in each hand, then tied him up in the courtyard.

Xie Ji Chuan, Xia Yue, and Uncle Wang went to clear out the remaining people.

Lin Wan took their helicopter, the firearms they carried, and also put Ji Chuan's and Uncle Wang's supplies into the space first.

"Where did you come from! Let me go quickly, otherwise, when our main force arrives, they won't let you off!"

His hands hung limp, blood flowing incessantly. His face was contorted in pain as he shouted curses.

Xie Ji Chuan went over and beat him until his face was black and blue.

"Main force my foot, you Japanese, I'll give you a main force..."

The man continued to wail and scream, continuing to curse through his grimace,

"One day, our Great Japan will occupy your land! Kill you all! Long live Great Japan!"

If it weren't for needing to interrogate him, Ji Chuan really wanted to punch him to death.

"I'll see how long you can keep that mouth shut!"

"Uncle Wang, bring the zombies!"

Uncle Wang led five zombies over with ropes.

"Are you going to talk? What are your plans? Where are your people concentrated! If you don't talk, we have plenty of ways to slowly torture you!"

"Humph, do you think you can scare me with this? Just a few measly zombies!"

Lin Wan looked at his stubbornness and sneered,

"Good, you have backbone."

"Uncle Wang, break one of his legs first. Let's give the zombies a pre-meal snack."

The zombies, smelling the blood, were now restless, staring intently at the tied-up squad leader.

However, Uncle Wang had them bound tightly, so they could only open their mouths and drool.

When the man heard this, his body stiffened, but he still wouldn't soften,

"Humph... I've said it, I won't talk even if I die..."

"Ji Chuan, do it."

"Ah!"

He watched helplessly as his calf was cut off and then thrown to the zombies.

"Crunch, crunch."

The man had never suffered such intense physical and mental torture. To make matters worse, they had insanely given him an injection.

He couldn't even faint, and he couldn't die.

He could only watch helplessly as his own body was eaten!

Panic, fear, and despair flooded his heart.

One leg was soon devoured completely. The ugly zombies, not having eaten their fill, roared even more furiously.

Seeing Ji Chuan coming over with the knife again, he finally broke down and cried.

"I'll talk!"

"A few months ago, a massive earthquake occurred in our country. I don't know which country's army took advantage of the chaos to steal our granary, many weapons, and a large number of containers..."

This kind of person starts out stubborn, but once his psychological defenses are crushed and he starts talking, everything else follows smoothly.

Soon, he spilled everything like beans from a jar.

"After the Apocalypse happened, heavy rain and tsunamis submerged more than half of the country's food and daily necessities!

We were short on food and clothing, and soon found ourselves in a tight spot."

"But without the granary, we couldn't support the original plan for a large-scale Huaxia food-gathering operation, so we decided to infiltrate slowly."

"We planned to first open the first base in the southern Coastal City that hadn't experienced the earthquake, recruiting a large number of Huaxia people to serve us and using them to collect food for us!"

"After that, we would slowly expand our influence until we occupied the land."

"What a truly malicious plan! After all these years, you still haven't given up your evil designs on our Great Huaxia!"

"I've told you everything, just give me a quick death!"

Having leaked this shocking plan, he couldn't live!

"Save the nonsense. You'll die when it's time for you to die."

"Let me ask you, aren't you Japanese afraid of attracting attention by building a base in my Great Huaxia?"

"We didn't build a large-scale base from the start; we began with small ones. Besides, we have families in Huaxia that have been hidden for two generations. You Huaxia people can't tell them apart."

The group was shocked in their hearts.

"Such a tiny country, yet such big ambitions! You're just dreaming!"

Having finished the questioning, Xie Ji Chuan threw him to the zombie squad without hesitation.