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Once on the ship, Jiang Ci handed them a stack of clean clothes and instructed them to change in the rooms inside.
The survivors were overwhelmed with gratitude at this point. The state of their clothes could no longer be described as merely unpleasant. The recent hot weather had caused their clothes to be soaked with sweat and seawater, then dried by the sun, and then soaked again, with this cycle repeating several times. Now, they were too embarrassed to even smell themselves.
Ever since they had boarded the ship, a sour stench had permeated the entire vessel. It wasn’t until they changed their clothes that the air became fresher.
Their previous clothes were thrown into the sea, and soon after, a massive mutated beast devoured the garments that carried the survivors’ scent.
Once the survivors had changed into clean clothes, the aroma of food wafted into their nostrils. Jiang Ci had prepared steaming hot meals on the deck. A large iron pot was bubbling with food, with the swirling steam filling the entire vessel with its smell.
Having endured days of hunger, exhaustion, and terror, the survivors, now dressed in clean clothes and enveloped by the comforting smell of hot food, felt their eyes well up with emotion.
Jiang Ci seemed to understand their feelings and, without saying a word, began serving them food, one bowl at a time.
As the ship sailed away from the island, it didn’t take long before Jiang Ci saw another massive wave rise from the sea, and in an instant, the island was completely swallowed up by the sea.
Upon witnessing this scene, the survivors were filled with dread. If Jiang Ci and her crew had arrived any later, they would have likely met the same fate as the island, swallowed by the depths of the ocean.
Looking at the island that had silently disappeared just like that, the survivors, now satiated, fell into a contemplative silence.
On the way back, Jiang Ci used her black mist to dissolve a few more mutated beasts that had foolishly approached the ship.
This trip had been quite fruitful for Jiang Ci. Not only had she received the mission rewards, but her account also saw a significant increase in numbers due to the crystal cores too.
The mission reward this time was something Jiang Ci took a particular liking to. It was a spacious amusement park.
When she saw the colorful 3D rendering of the amusement park, Jiang Ci felt a surge of excitement. It had been two years since the apocalypse began, and even before that, due to her years of grinding in the big city, she hadn’t visited an amusement park in a long time.
The amusement park covered an area larger than a typical park. Jiang Ci glanced at the city’s layout and chose a suburban area on the other side as the foundation for the amusement park.
It almost occupied the entire plot of land.
In fact, the leaders of various bases in C City had already hinted at their desire to join Jiang Ci. However, seeing the sheer number of people, Jiang Ci was still considering the idea.
However, if more and more buildings continued to be constructed, it was likely that the entire C City would eventually come under her control, and those bases might have to merge with hers.
As Jiang Ci pondered these matters, the ship gradually approached the shore.
The survivors on the ship had already fallen asleep on the deck. They were utterly exhausted, their faces pale. Although the deck was hard, they slept soundly.
By the time the ship docked, the sky had already darkened slightly. Jiang Ci had no choice but to wake the sleeping survivors.
After getting some food and sleep, their complexions looked much better than before.
One by one, the survivors disembarked, and with a sense of reality, stepped onto solid ground.
“What are your next plans? Will you come back with me, or go to another base?” Jiang Ci inquired.
The survivors whispered among themselves for a while and finally expressed their desire to follow Jiang Ci back.
Jiang Ci nodded in response, then took out her own bus and let the survivors board.
After they disembarked from the ship, Jiang Ci stored the ship in her space. The system had always been generous; once a vehicle was given out, it was usually not taken back. So, Jiang Ci directly stored the ship in her space, planning to use it the next time she came to the seaside.
Watching such a large ship disappear under Jiang Ci’s hand and another bus appear out of thin air, the survivors gained a new understanding of Jiang Ci’s abilities.
After getting on the bus, the group headed towards C City.
Everyone sat in the bus, feeling a bit out of place upon looking at the clean interior, but soon, Jiang Ci’s deliberate efforts to steer the conversation soon relaxed them.
By the time they returned to C City, it was already the next day. Jiang Ci took the survivors to the base, then went back to her own courtyard to catch up on sleep. When she woke up, it was already dark.
Song Jinchuan seemed to have heard the commotion and pushed the door open from outside, holding the food he had prepared for her.
Seeing Jiang Ci about to get up, he quickly stopped her and brought the food to the bedside to feed her.
Jiang Ci was both amused and exasperated, “I can eat by myself.”
Song Jinchuan smiled gently, his sharp facial features softening a bit, “Still, allow me to occasionally exercise my rights as a boyfriend.”
Jiang Ci’s heart softened, and she didn’t stop him anymore. After eating, she took a shower and continued to laze in bed. Song Jinchuan tidied up and came back to lie beside her, pulling her into his arms.
The two had started living together a month ago, and it hadn’t been as difficult to accept as Jiang Ci had imagined. Loving someone seemed to make her willing to be with him all the time.
Jiang Ci leaned in Song Jinchuan’s arms, checking the construction progress of the amusement park. Due to its large area, it would take about half a year to complete.
She also checked the recent situation and income of the base’s train station and Gourmet City. The business was very stable, with considerable profits.
Song Jinchuan quietly accompanied her, occasionally giving into the urge to kiss the top of her head.
By the time Jiang Ci finished checking all her businesses, it was already very late.
Seeing her turn off the screen and yawn drowsily, Song Jinchuan pulled her into his arms, turned over, and pressed her down, gently pecking her lips. His voice was low, with a hint of grievance, “Since you’ve neglected me for so long, can I ask for some compensation?”
Jiang Ci chuckled, pulling the person in front of her down by the neck. The temperature gradually rose, and the air seemed to thicken with tension between them.
The next day, Jiang Ci got up late, while Song Jinchuan had already gone out for a refreshing walk.
After living together for a month, although this kind of thing happened frequently due to Song Jinchuan’s deliberate manoeuvring, Jiang Ci still hadn’t gotten used to his terrifying stamina.
Because their first time had been too quick and rushed, Song Jinchuan seemed to have a point to prove every time they did it, with the end result always being her legs weakening when she got out of bed.
Seeing Jiang Ci glare at him again, Song Jinchuan wasn’t annoyed. He smiled, showing off his gleaming white teeth, and went forward to massage her waist and her sore legs, providing her an exceptionally thoughtful aftercare service.
Jiang Ci looked at his soft, fluffy hair and the overflowing love in his eyes, and found she just couldn’t muster up any anger against him.
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Half a year passed in the blink of an eye. Jiang Ci had completed numerous missions, and Gourmet City expanded once again, adding Western restaurants, Chinese restaurants, and a grand banquet hall capable of hosting large-scale events.
Gourmet City was becoming more and more deserving of its name, and nearly all the survivors in the entire nation had heard of C City’s Gourmet City. During this time, Jiang Ci had also taken over several more bases, one of which had grown so large that it had to be expanded.
Meanwhile, the amusement park in the suburbs had always been a focus of attention among the survivors. When they heard that the amusement park had been completed and was now ready to open, survivors immediately started to flock over by train.
It was the first time anyone had seen the amusement park without any construction barriers in place. Through the large iron gates at the entrance, they could see the beautiful buildings and various themed areas inside, which looked incredibly fun.
Due to the large number of people, Jiang Ci continued to implement a reservation and ticketing system for entry. The staff inside the park were also well-prepared, standing at their posts with smiles as they watched the surging crowd outside.
At exactly eight o’clock, Jiang Ci had the gates of the amusement park opened, and the survivors lined up to have their tickets checked before entering.
During this time, two people who tried to sneak in were caught and immediately thrown out by security.
As the gates opened, the prepared balloons flew into the sky, colorful and vibrant, instantly capturing the attention of the survivors.
For a moment, it felt as if they were back in the pre-apocalyptic world, heading to the amusement park with friends and family.
Upon entering, they were each given a wristband that contained a map of the park, information on crowd density, and estimated wait times for attractions. With this wristband, they could grasp all the details of the park with just the wristband.
It was somewhat similar to the amusement park apps from before the apocalypse, but even more detailed.
Once inside, they were greeted by a lush, vibrant environment filled with blooming flowers and greenery, a stark contrast to the desolation of the apocalypse outside.
There were also dreamlike castles and various amusement rides.
Jiang Ci and Song Jinchuan walked hand in hand among the crowd. Since there were so many people today, Song Jinchuan had Jiang Ci half-embraced against him, practically shielding her in his arms.
In fact, the two of them had already explored the entire park a few days before the opening, so they didn’t join the bustling crowd in queues but instead strolled around leisurely.
Apart from the amusement park rides, Jiang Ci had also invested heavily in the landscaping.
At the time, the system had offered several plans, including a basic one that required no additional cost but was rather plain. Jiang Ci opted for the most expensive option for landscaping and decorations throughout the park.
Even the lights and trash bins in the park were designed to blend seamlessly into the environment.
Taking a walk here made it feel as if even the air was sweet.
There were numerous restaurants in the park, and the prices were fair, unlike the exorbitant food prices in pre-apocalyptic amusement parks.
After wandering around for a while, the two of them took a break and had something to eat at a restaurant. The place offered a variety of cuisines, including Chinese, Western, and fast food, as well as simple options like bread and milk.
The park was bustling with activity, filled with people coming and going the entire day.
Jiang Ci and Song Jinchuan spent the morning exploring and left in the afternoon. Before they left, Jiang Ci gave Song Jinchuan a few tickets to pass on to his friends.
She knew that Song Jinchuan still kept in touch with the Cheetah Squad. After all, they had been through numerous life-and-death situations together for years, and such bonds weren’t easily severed. Even though Song Jinchuan was now her man, she didn’t restrict his social circle. Knowing that he considered these people friends, she handed him the tickets to give to them.
Song Jinchuan understood that she was thinking of him and flashed a bright smile, happily planting a kiss on her lips before taking the tickets to find the Cheetah Squad.
As it turned out, Huang Mao and the others hadn’t managed to snag tickets and were sitting in A Hotpot Restaurant, lamenting their misfortune. They were talking about the scenes they had witnessed outside the amusement park earlier, their voices filled with envy.
Recently, Huang Mao and the others had joined Jiang Ci’s base, and their daily lives had stabilized as a result of that. Huang Mao had even taken a liking to a girl and was currently pursuing her, hoping to take her to the amusement park for a date.
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