Rebirth in the Apocalypse: My Ex-Girlfriend's Guide to Winning Me Over

Zuo You suppressed her impatience and said coldly, "Aren't there welders? Find some iron rods and steel rods, sharpen them, they'll be better than knives. Can't you use your brains? I have to come up with everything, what are you even for?"

She has weapons in her inventory, mostly daggers, about 3 or 40 of them.

There were axes, machetes, and standard-issue broadswords, plus the ones Lin Ling had prepared beforehand, totaling more than 50.

Weapons are consumables; she won't take them out casually, but will only prioritize supplying them to core personnel.

Furthermore, at this stage, harpoons and spiked clubs are more suitable for use by ordinary squads in combat.

As for my grandfather's swords and knives, they were all collectibles that were more for show than practical use.

Aside from the sword in Lin Ling's hand, the only other usable weapon is a long saber from wartime that looks somewhat sturdy; everything else is just for show.

"Hurry up, step forward. Whether you stick your neck out or not, you'll still get stabbed."

As soon as Zuo You finished speaking, the people behind him covered their faces in unison, feeling that this leader was a bit... wild.

"Don't think you won't starve just because you don't go out to find supplies."

I don't care about people who just give up. The more people starve to death, the less trouble I'll have.

And also, if you try anything underhanded with me—anything from cheating and petty theft, no matter how small—you'll all have to ask the knife in my hand.

Zuo You twisted her wrist and plunged the knife into the ground, her eyes gleaming with a chilling light.

"Let me make this clear from the start: in chaotic times, harsh measures are necessary. Those who understand, understand; those who don't, ask the people around you what it means."

Don't make mistakes and then say you'll change your ways. We're all adults; use your brains before you act. With me, there's no chance for change.

After saying that, she secretly breathed a sigh of relief; she had never spoken so much at once in either of her two lives.

Yao Yuan then stepped forward and asked, "Shouldn't we find some firearms first?"

Everyone nodded in unison.

There is no doubt that firearms can bring people a sense of security.

Zuo You made up a story: "I went to the police station once, and all the firearms were no longer working."

No one doubted her words; her formidable fighting spirit had won people's hearts.

The group began to whisper among themselves in small groups.

They might discuss it with relatives or talk to familiar neighbors.

Lin Ling sat down next to her and handed her a bottle of water.

Zuo You's eyes lit up, and she opened the water bottle and gulped down half of it, whispering, "I'm starving."

Lin Ling said, "Then I'll go cook first?"

Zuo You shook her head. "I'm too tired today."

A smile spread across Lin Ling's face. Outsiders only thought that Sister Xiaoyou was cold and domineering, but she was actually just stubborn and soft-hearted.

Twenty minutes later, there were 21 people standing to Zuo You's left: 14 men and 7 women.

She stood up and gave the order: "The 21 people will be divided into 4 groups, 5 people per team, mixed gender, form your own teams, and the team leader will be chosen from within the team. Go out to find supplies, and listen to the Awakened one leading the team. Sun Feiyu, you come with me."

"As for the rest of the people, thanks to the arrangements made by Shuqin and Sun Zhibin, the easy tasks were prioritized for the elderly, children, those living alone, and women. Those who did not work were not given any food."

"This is unfair!" the weasel-faced man shouted. "Why should women get priority? Should men go out and die? This is sexism."

Some people quietly echoed the sentiment, while others disagreed.

Zuo You watched the argument that was breaking out in the crowd, her gaze gradually turning cold.

He Heze shouted, "Quiet down, everyone! What's all the noise about? Listen to my boss!"

Zuo You glanced at him, quite pleased with her younger brother's keen observation.

"That's the rule here. If you're not satisfied, go find something to eat yourself."

After saying that, she ignored the commotion and called to her small group to walk with her.

She had seen the man with the pointed mouth and monkey-like face who led the questioning.

In my past life, I migrated with the army, and that person was there too. He wasn't exactly honest and liked to steal.

Zuo You witnessed the man stealing someone else's backpack in the middle of the night.

She didn't say anything at the time, since she was already living under someone else's roof, and it was better to avoid trouble.

If she catches me this time, I'll have to deal with it severely.

The group arrived at an empty room on the third floor; the key was found by searching the corpse.

Nine people and a dog sat around a sofa, with several miner's lamps in the middle.

"Grandpa Sun, please let you and Sun Feiyu stay in this house."

Sun Zhibin smiled and replied, "Okay, boss."

Zuo You's eye twitched, and she said, "You and Aunt Yu are elders, so please call me Xiao You. Don't call me 'Big Brother,' it makes me feel embarrassed."

Sun Zhibin hesitated and said, "This is not a good idea. We should stick to the rules."

Yu Shuqin nodded in agreement.

Zuo You was speechless and looked at Lin Ling.

With a smile in her eyes, she said, "You two should listen to Sister Xiaoyou; we're on the same side."

Everyone agreed, and the two nodded.

Zuo You looked at He Heze and instructed, "Tomorrow you and Erdan will lead two small teams to search for supplies in the vicinity."

He Heze replied, "Okay."

Zuo You then looked at Lin Ling: "You and Sun Feiyu take the driver to find a few small trucks and bring them back. Hand over all the zombie crystal cores. Tell them that these things cannot be eaten, or they will die."

Lin Ling nodded.

An Yingying asked, "What about me?"

Zuo You said, "You come with me. Qi Yu and Jiang Xinyu will help Grandpa Sun and Aunt Yu with their work in the community, and also clean up the zombies around the community. If anyone causes trouble, you two discuss how to handle it."

He Heze then asked, "What exactly is the purpose of the zombie crystal core?"

Zuo You didn't hide anything and explained the effects of crystal cores on awakened individuals.

She glanced around at everyone and said meaningfully, "I will provide the crystal cores you need, but... if I discover you're hiding any..."

Zuo You didn't continue speaking, but her eyes and brows were devoid of any warmth, as cold as ice.

Seeing that everyone nodded, her expression softened slightly.

She needs the crystal cores, and that can't be kept secret. Even if she knows someone is hiding them, a standard warning is still necessary.

"Aunt Yu, tomorrow, please talk to everyone and suggest that they live in a more concentrated area so that we can get there in time if there's any emergency. In this building, please arrange for the other residents to move elsewhere and don't let anyone else move in."

Yu Shuqin said with a worried expression, "Okay, but the community is short of water right now. The weather is getting hotter and hotter, and we can't do without water."

Zuo You pondered for a moment and said, "Try to find bottled drinking water, or drink the ice I provide. As for domestic water, see if we can dig a well. Ask around tomorrow if anyone knows anything about it. If all else fails, find a water purification system and fetch water from the river."

Seeing Yu Shuqin nod, she lazily stretched her limbs, looking a little listless. This was much more tiring than killing zombies.

"Let's disperse. If you're short of water or food, go find Lin Ling. Don't drink the water outside; there might be a virus."

Grandpa Sun, if you're moving, just ask someone in the neighborhood for help tomorrow. It'll be fine if you just pay them.