Snowstorm: I'm Super Rich in the Apocalypse-Chapter 195 - The Groundhog in the Melon Field
Chapter 195: Chapter 195: The Groundhog in the Melon Field
Chapter 195 -195: The Groundhog in the Melon Field
At night, Gu Pan made black fungus with cured pork, assorted mushrooms with cured pork, sautéed dried scallops, stir-fried dried shrimp, vermicelli soup with dried vegetables, and a large pot of claypot rice with cured sausages containing corn kernels and hydrated vegetables.
The taste, for those who had survived the apocalypse for so long, truly made their mouths water.
The variety of dishes wasn’t extensive, but each was plentiful, designed to let everyone eat their fill.
While cooking, Chen Fengzhou and Cheng Yang almost dived into the pot, not out of rudeness, but because they really couldn’t control themselves; they even felt that not smelling the aroma would be a waste.
Cheng Yang and the others knew Gu Pan was skilled, but the flavor still astonished them.
As the dishes were served, one could hear Cheng Yang and Chen Fengzhou’s stomachs rumbling; perhaps they weren’t that hungry, but they really craved the food, their stomachs teased by the delicious smells.
Gu Pan poured wine for everyone, each getting a glass of red wine, “Have a drink to cheer things up; but today, it’s all about eating. Eat whatever you’d like, no need for politeness. We made plenty, and there’s still more in the kitchen. Eat till you’re full.”
It was so difficult to get good food during the apocalypse, and today, their meal at the base was unique indeed, truly an improvement for everyone.
Lu Ruisheng raised his glass, “Let’s hope we all keep getting better.”
Everyone also raised their glasses and took a sip.
At this time, no other wishes were more sincere than hoping for things to get better, because no one knew what tomorrow held.
Putting down their glasses, they began to eat. Cheng Yang said while eating, “I’ve missed Sister’s cooking for so long, finally getting to taste it again.”
Lu Ruisheng smiled and served him some more dishes, “Then have more.”
After consuming a few bites, Zhekai raised his glass toward Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng, “If I hadn’t met Xiao Gu and Xiao Lu and learned those survival skills from you, even my medical skills wouldn’t have kept me alive till today. I really have to thank you, a toast to you.”
Cheng Yang also raised his glass, “I’d probably have been just one among thousands of dead if I hadn’t met brother and sister, hadn’t met Dr. Feng and his wife. I would have died even sooner, a toast to you.”
Lu Xuerong also raised her glass, “I really thank Xiao Lu and Xiao Gu, not much to say, all is in the heart.”
Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng also raised their glasses.
Gu Pan said, “Getting to know all of you is also our pleasure; the days we’ve spent together have made the apocalypse not so dark. Let’s not be polite, we will all be better off.”
They all downed their glasses together.
Cheng Yang quickly refilled their glasses, “Isn’t drinking red wine a bit too extravagant?”
Lu Ruisheng laughed, “It’s fine, aren’t we happy today? It’s not like we drink it every day.”
Now everyone started to eat heartily; it had been so long since they had enjoyed meat like this, even longer since they had tasted something this delicious, so their eating was a bit unmannerly.
While eating, Chen Lu suddenly teared up, “I haven’t had seafood for so long; my hometown is Binhai, and I used to eat it every day. Now it’s hard even to see it.” Afraid of crying, she kept her head tilted back and blinked frantically to hold the tears back.
Gu Pan served her a shrimp, “Things will get better eventually; after all, we are safe in the base now.”
She couldn’t promise anything; after three years following the apocalypse, she had no idea what might happen next. All she could offer were these words of comfort.
Chen Lu nodded, “Right, things will definitely get better.”
Yang Jia also took a deep breath, “We are all very lucky to feel the warmth of a home at Sister’s place, to eat what others can’t. Let’s be happy.”
Chen Lu said, “Yes, today is a great day, really happy.”
Chen Fengzhou opportunely brought up some happy topics, mentioning things like the increase in vegetable production at the base, which helped dilute the sorrowful atmosphere.
Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the meal, basically leaving no leftovers, all because Gu Pan always made extra.
After dinner, they all cleaned up the dishes together. Just as they had sat down in the living room, the power went out.
Lu Ruisheng turned on the emergency light, and though it wasn’t very bright, everyone huddled together, creating a cozy atmosphere.
Gu Pan thought about Feng Zhekai and his wife, knowing they, like herself and Lu Ruisheng, valued privacy, so she asked Chen Lu whether those vacant rooms on their floor were all available for rent.
Chen Lu said all were available at the same price as theirs.
Gu Pan said to Cheng Yang, “You should claim the room next door for now. When more of our people come, we’ll try to stay on the same floor.” She said this more to keep them from worrying.
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Feng Zhekai and Lu Xuerong were well aware of this, and although they didn’t say much, they understood perfectly.
Cheng Yang agreed, “That’s good. I… I kind of miss Chen Lang and… Squad Leader Fang.”
Gu Pan didn’t want the mood to sink back into sadness, so she teased Cheng Yang, “Maybe you miss Lanlan more?”
Lu Xuerong also chuckled, “With Lanlan’s skills, she’ll definitely arrive safely. Just wait, Cheng Yang.”
Chen Fengzhou and the others, curious as raccoons, all turned to Gu Pan, eager to hear more gossip.
Gu Pan laughed, “Ask Cheng Yang. I don’t know all that much.”
Suddenly, the atmosphere in the room grew lively, with the young people finding it easier to engage in conversation.
They talked until nine before the gathering broke up, and since they had been drinking, they couldn’t drive them back.
But their places weren’t too far away, and since there were many of them, they leisurely strolled back together.
Feng Zhekai and the others first escorted Chen Lu home, then returned to their own building.
Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng saw off their guests, then hurriedly hung the bedroom curtains. Though the size wasn’t quite right, they made do for one night. The next day, Gu Pan planned to properly make a few sets of curtains with her sewing machine.
After setting up, they brought out the generator and placed it on the second floor, after which they installed an iron gate at the stairway to the second floor, which was a private area, so they didn’t allow just anyone up.
The villa’s windows were all secured with iron bars, which felt rather safe.
After everything was sorted, they took a shower.
Lying down, Gu Pan thought about going to sleep early since she was tired.
But Lu Ruisheng wasn’t in the same mindset.
He rolled over on top of Gu Pan, “Wife, new home, new atmosphere, shouldn’t there also be some kind of ceremony to express it?”
Gu Pan seemed to understand the “ceremony” her husband referred to, “Honey, aren’t you tired?”
“I’m not tired. You can rest if you’re tired; I’ll take care of everything.”
“Just this once then.”
How many times it actually happened afterwards was no longer up to her to decide.
Anyway, when Gu Pan got up the next day, her back was sore.
Today, while Feng Zhekai and the others went to the job center, Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng didn’t join them, because they had a history with Song Xiner and following could not only be unhelpful but could even cause trouble. Moreover, since Sister Wang had recognized them previously, she was particularly attentive and detailed in her explanations. They already knew all the procedures, so it was fine for them to go by themselves.
Furthermore, their jobs weren’t that critical, except for Feng Zhekai, the doctor. For the others, including Lu Xuerong and Cheng Yang, there would be many ways for them to make money later on, but since they were all at the base, it was still hoped that they would settle in smoothly for a while.
