I transformed into a cute girl and lived a carefree life in the apocalypse.

So much so that now whenever she sees Mu Mu, she feels a sense of defeat and shame. Of course, this doesn't mean she hates Mu Mu; the shame is only directed at herself.

“No, it didn’t write anything else…” Mo Sheng hesitated, unsure how to make Yan Zimo understand.

"Sister Mo Sheng, you're so strange. You don't match me at all."

"Mind your own business. I'll just ask you one question: which do you prefer, a forty-year-old man or a mature beauty in her early twenties?"

Mo Sheng was furious and decided to speak frankly. Even if Yan Ziming was stupid, he should understand by now, right?

"Of course, it's a beautiful woman!" Yan Ziming answered subconsciously, then suddenly felt that this subtle example was familiar, and fell into a recollection.

That was not long ago, when she had just met Zhiruo and Youlan, and she inadvertently let them find out her secret about the girl she liked.

Yan Ziming suddenly realized what Mo Sheng was asking her—he was trying to find out about her relationship with Mu Mu!

If you had to describe her relationship with Mu Mu in one word, it would be 'nightly revelry'! It's clearly not something you can just tell anyone.

For a moment, the atmosphere became somewhat awkward.

A flash of silver light, and a band of light that blotted out the sky swept in, taking away several more large chunks of flesh before disappearing into the horizon. Mu Mu also returned, sensing the extremely subtle atmosphere, and couldn't help but ask:

"What are you doing?"

"It's nothing, Mu Mu, you can continue with your work." Yan Ziming chuckled. Although Mu Mu had some doubts, time was of the essence, so she had to leave it until the matter was finished.

As soon as Mu Mu left, Mo Sheng immediately launched an attack, threateningly saying, "As your senior, I have an obligation to supervise the progress of your relationship. Tell me, how far have you two progressed?"

Good heavens, is it really that direct?!

Yan Ziming's face turned green; he didn't know how to answer.

Chapter 130 Going Their Separation

"What do you want by looking at me like that?! Mu Mu confessed to me that she likes you!"

Mo Sheng noticed that Yan Ziming's gaze towards her held a hint of wariness, as if he suspected her of having ulterior motives, so she quickly explained.

"Did Mu Mu say that?" Yan Ziming was slightly taken aback. How could Mu Mu reveal such a private matter?

Mo Sheng nodded and recounted the scene to Yan Ziming.

"Oh~~ I see..." Yan Ziming suddenly realized that Mo Sheng had tricked Mu Mu into revealing the information while Mu Mu was in an abnormal state.

When she heard that Mo Sheng wanted to create opportunities for the two of them during the Civilization Cup, she almost burst out laughing.

What opportunities do they need to create now? The distance between her, Mu Mu, and Ye Qianxue is negative! Opportunities are plentiful.

"Guess," Yan Ziming said in a suspenseful tone, immediately whetting Mu Mu's appetite.

"Holding hands?" Mo Sheng asked tentatively. Yan Ziming shook her head. She asked again, "Are you officially a couple?"

Yan Ziming shook his head again. Mo Sheng gritted her teeth, a blush creeping onto her face: "Could it be that you... you kissed?"

"Sigh..." Yan Ziming sighed. Mo Sheng hadn't gotten to the point three times in a row. Couldn't she think a little bigger and consider broader ideas?

"I guess it's a fait accompli now," Yan Ziming said shyly, gazing at the distant sky with a slight blush on her cheeks.

"A fait accompli?!"

Mo Sheng was speechless, completely stunned. Any adult knows what this phrase means; it's often used to describe an ambiguous relationship between a man and a woman, the so-called "cooking rice into porridge."

I never expected that Yan Ziming and Mu Mu would develop to this point in just ten days. It's like they're about to meet each other's parents!

In fact, they had met each other's elders.

"Sister Mo Sheng, you should hurry up and find a good family to marry into, so you won't keep asking me these questions."

Yan Ziming said with a wicked smile.

"You brat, it's none of your business!" Mo Sheng glared at her.

Just then, Mu Mu returned. The goods had been transported and all of them were moved by Mu Mu to a Chinese semi-submersible ship in international waters. Chinese attack nuclear submarines and two Type 055 destroyers were following behind, making the defense very tight.

Of course, to ensure that such an important thing as the crystal core was handled perfectly, she handed it over directly to Yan Shan in the fleet.

When Huang Tao and Yan Shan saw the sequence-level crystal core again, they were overjoyed. Yan Shan even excitedly punched outwards, causing a mountain below to be caught in the crossfire and explode.

Having obtained sequence-level crystal cores three times in succession, this one is bound to be added to the national treasury as a national treasure, representing the foundation of a superpower.

In addition, as the behind-the-scenes organizer of this Civilization Cup, China naturally received a share of the profits, which alleviated the financial strain caused by the collapse of the Yongjing Military Administrative Region.

Moreover, the technology exchange was a complete success. Although the process was not entirely harmonious, the result was always good. China obtained protective shields and other advanced technologies, which it will study diligently upon returning home, leading to another rapid increase in national strength.

In addition, they found a mysterious superpowered individual of great national significance, who possesses the ability to convert matter into power. With her help, it wouldn't be difficult to fully absorb the exchanged technology, and they could even make improvements to it, making it even better than before.

Then there's the result of the Civilization Cup, which unearthed and recruited many talented individuals with superpowers who were scattered among the people and had never been known before. The future of the country will depend on these people.

The most exciting part was that Mu Mu won first place and advanced to the ninth rank in the eyes of people all over the world. China's influence was unprecedented and it would surely surpass the United States in the future, attracting more superhumans to join China and making it as stable as Mount Tai in the apocalypse.

Similarly, Yan Ziming's second-place finish significantly boosted China's influence, effectively replacing Mu Mu as the benchmark for the new generation of young superhumans. Everyone knew of her existence, and she was hailed as China's next ninth-tier powerhouse, poised to become a pillar of the nation.

China's gains from this Civilization Cup can be summed up in one sentence: they made a fortune.

Another piece of good news is that the Earth-Splittering Demon has died. This behemoth, known as the "nightmare of cities," brought countless wounds. Its innate skill, Earth Shattering, created countless large rift valleys, and the city walls that relied on the earth for defense were reduced to ashes. Its death is a great blessing for the whole world.

What did you all talk about?

After finishing her work, Mu Mu squinted and asked, her intuition telling her that this matter was inextricably linked to her.

Mo Sheng put her arm around her shoulder and said reproachfully, "You didn't even tell me that you and Zi Mo have officially started dating. Don't you even consider me your sister anymore?!"

Mu Mu was both amused and exasperated. So this was what they were talking about? She then began to whisper to Mo Sheng.

Yan Ziming looked at them helplessly and tried calling out to Mo Xin.

"Zimo?"

"It's me. Are you alright?" Yan Ziming asked worriedly, as Mo Xin's physical form had completely collapsed at the time.

"I just need to rest for a few more hours. Zi Mo's current physical condition is making my recovery much faster," Mo Xin murmured.

"Well, you go to sleep then, we're going back to China now."

After ending his contact with Mo Xin, Yan Ziming greeted Mo Sheng and Mu Mu, and returned to the squadron's location with the two who still hadn't finished chatting.

The fleet was about to fly out of the United States, with a clear coastline in sight and a slightly humid air.

When Yan Ziming returned, he found that Ye Qianxue and the others were already asleep. They had just gone through a battle, which, although short, was no less dangerous than the one in Yongjing. They were all exhausted.

Carefully sitting back down in her chair, Ye Qianxue seemed to sense her older sister's presence and immediately hugged her, murmuring some sleep-talking.

"You're a little too clingy..." Yan Ziming's calm eyes revealed a faint, almost imperceptible doting affection, and he gently tapped Ye Qianxue's delicate nose.

"Are we going straight back to the Jiangning Military Administrative Region?" Yan Ziming asked Mu Mu, who had just sat down.

"Oh dear~~ Speaking of which, we're about to part ways... We'll be going back to Bei'an first, and then flying back to our respective administrative regions. I'm going back to the West Sea to take a look around. Remember to come visit me when you have time."

Mu Mu touched her face and said with a hint of sadness.

"Hmph! Give me a break. You're the one who should be coming to see me. With your spatial abilities, it'll be a piece of cake."

As a ninth-level spatial ability user, it might take less than an hour to cross from one military administrative region to another, so it would be incredibly easy for Mu Mu to see her if he wanted to.

But after living together for so long, there was still some reluctance, and Yan Ziming felt a faint sadness.

【Take care of yourself.......】

Yan Ziming closed his eyes and drifted off to sleep...

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December 31, 2025, the eve of New Year's Day.

China announced news that shocked the world and caused widespread panic within the country.

Of the twelve existing military administrative regions in the country, Jiangning, Baishui, and Heyu were merged into Bei'an; Xihai, Sanqin, and the reconstructed Yongjing military administrative region were merged into Sichuan; and the remaining four military administrative regions were merged into Guangdong. The defense line was completely consolidated, and the reform was implemented six months later.

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P.S.: Volume 3 is finished. The previous volumes were all written without an outline. Volume 4 really needs some serious brainstorming. It might take a day or two. During this time, updates will mainly consist of side stories. Thank you for your support.

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Side Story 1: "She" and Her Encounter

July 20, 2020, Jiangning Military Administrative Region.

"The Chinese government announced at a press conference this morning that the western region has completely fallen..." "The minimum conscription age has been lowered..." "According to new regulations issued by the Ministry of National Defense, the treatment of superhumans joining the national armed forces has reached a new high..."

It was a nearly empty private residence, no more than ten square meters in size, with only a living room, a bed, a stool, and a television that was playing the news. That was all.

Oh, and there's also a stunningly beautiful woman.

Her long, black hair reached her waist, and although she looked slightly immature, she possessed a face as exquisite as a painting. Her beautiful eyes, clear and bright, were deep and calm. Her fair skin was so smooth and delicate that it seemed like it could be broken with a touch. Her graceful neck made her look no more than fourteen years old, yet she already possessed an unparalleled beauty that could bring ruin to a country!

Take, for example, that figure that is completely inconsistent with that of a fourteen-year-old:

The girl was only wearing a men's shirt, not even buttoned up properly. Her proud breasts stood tall, pushing the white shirt high. If you looked from below, you could even see a glimpse of her fair skin.

Because the shirt was too big, her soft, delicate right shoulder was exposed to the air, glowing with an alluring pinkish sheen.

As for her lower body, the shirt was so loose that the hem almost reached the girl's knees, making it impossible to tell at first glance whether she was going braless. Further down, her delicate calves were as smooth as jade, and her lotus-like feet, with ten pearl-like toes that curled slightly, made one want to hold them in one's hands and cherish them.

Such a stunningly beautiful woman, even at such a young age, has countless suitors who want to possess her, and she has been targeted many times.