Li Xinwen walked over to Mu Bai who were currently talking with the other survivors. All these while, he didn't stop assessing the survivors to see if any of them has potentials. He remembered Li Jinghua saying that if he could find anyone with potentials, he should try to get them to their side. The earlier they could increase their group's strength, the better it'll be for their livelihood.
If it were not for the unpredictable demonic qi inside him, Li Xinwen would be confident that he alone is enough to protect them. About two years has passed and An Wuya is still being a thorn to Li Xinwen. At times, it made Li Xinwen irritated but he quickly calmed himself down. The more you are in emotional distress, the easier the demonic qi would take advantage of you.
"Da Bai!" Li Xinwen called out once he was close enough.
Mu Bai turned to face him and greets him with a small nod. "Senior Li."
"Da Bai, I'm a bit worried about manager Su's condition so I want to bring her out of here. This place is not safe to stay in. There are a lot of zombies downstairs and once they ran out of food there… they will naturally come here," Li Xinwen told him. "You should follow me."
Mu Bai was surprised at how straight forward Li Xinwen was. He glanced over to the person he was talking to earlier and saw that his face had already turned ugly.
"This place is the safest place in this building! If you want to go, then go alone! It'll be even better if you bring your manager away. A pregnant woman like her is only a burden," the man said in an annoyed tone.
Li Xinwen only narrowed his eyes at him for a bit but after that, he paid him no more attention. Instead, he looked over at Mu Bai once more. "Da Bai. We filmed together and coincidentally, the scene in that movie is exactly the same as our situation now. What do you think is the best course of action?" Li Xinwen asked.
He knew Mu Bai is not an idiot. In addition, during filming, Mu Bai was given information about the zombies. If he could make him follow, then it will make the journey out of the building easier. But if Mu Bai did not join, then he has no choice but to use more of his ability.
"Senior Li, earlier you said that rescue will arrive in around ten minutes. But how long will it be until they reach this floor?" Mu Bai asked.
"En. If I have to estimate, probably around an hour or two," Li Xinwen replied after he faked himself into thinking for a bit. "It's okay if you want to stay but when the rescue arrives, the zombies might get scared off and they will run up here. Who can guarantee that the door will hold until the rescue team clear up all the zombies?"
Mu Bai understood Li Xinwen's meaning. If they wait, then when the zombie arrive at their floor, the only exit will be blocked by them. If the rescue team couldn't get to them before the door gave way, they can only surrender their fate to become meal for the zombies. But if they make their escape now, the zombies would still be scattered and it'll be easier to kill.
"I will go with you," Mu Bai finally said after weighing the pros and cons.
"Excellent. Then let's leave now," Li Xinwen said to him. Then, he glanced at the survivor who was standing beside Mu Bai before scoffing. "If anyone else wants to follow, then prepare yourself. Grab something as a weapon. It is better if you can get something that is long and sturdy such as a broom or a steel pipe," Li Xinwen said out loud for everyone in the room to hear.
He walked over to the sofa where Manager Su is now sitting up. He helped her stand and saw that none of the survivor made a move. 'Well, I did try to give a hand. Since they didn't take it, then they are responsible for their own life,' Li Xinwen thought to himself.
Li Xinwen, Mu Bai and Manager Su left the room and the survivor didn't even waste a single second before slamming the door close. The sound of the table scrapping against the carpeted floor can be heard and they knew that the door was once again barricaded.
"I doubt they will let us enter if we ask again," Manager Su said with a sigh.
"We don't need to," Li Xinwen said to her. "Da Bai, since I will be responsible in supporting Manager Su, you will be the vanguard," Li Xinwen told the giant man.
"Alright," Mu Bai agreed without even questioning Li Xinwen.
"Before we go down though, we'll need to get you a good weapon. Fortunately, on my way here, I saw an intact emergency box with the fire axe still inside. Coincidentally, it's also close to the emergency exit."
"If there is such a good weapon, why didn't you get it first, Senior Li?" Mu Bai asked.
"It… slipped my mind," Li Xinwen replied. He didn't expect Mu Bai to ask this question. Though he have a certain degree of trust on Mu Bai, he still can't let Mu Bai know that he has a gun. How was he supposed to answer if Mu Bai's next question was about how he possessed a gun illegally?
Fortunately for Li Xinwen, Mu Bai didn't press him anymore. They walked towards the emergency exit and sure enough, the emergency box was still intact. Li Xinwen walked over to it and easily broke the protective glass that was keeping the fire axe.
"Senior Li!" Mu Bai was clearly surprised by Li Xinwen's action. Both of them are actors and their body are their source of income. He couldn't believe that Li Xinwen would easily let himself be injured like this. "Are you hurt? You should've at least cover your hands with your coat! What if it leaves a sca—" Mu Bai's word trailed off when he saw that Li Xinwen's hand was unharmed. Not even a single scratch was present.
Of course the glass can't hurt Li Xinwen. After all, he is a cultivator who had already transformed his body. Unless the glass is imbued with spiritual energy that is stronger than his body's strength, then it's impossible to even leave a small mark.
"Here," Li Xinwen said as he handed the axe over to Mu Bai. "Just like in the movie, the zombie's weakness is their head. Just smash their head open whenever you see them," Li Xinwen told Mu Bai.
Then, in a slightly lower voice, he made sure to warn Mu Bai not to be soft-hearted: "Remember, they are no longer human. They are even less than a beast who can't even control themselves."
Mu Bai grip on the fire axe tightened and he nods his head. The axe felt heavy, much heavier than a prop. If it was a prop, he could easily swing it but the real one is different.
Li Xinwen noticed this and he told Mu Bai to swing it a few times to get a proper feel to the axe's weight. He also gave a small advice so that Mu Bai won't accidentally hurt himself. After awhile, Mu Bai finally felt ready.
"One more thing. As soon as the axe made a hole in the zombie's head, make sure to pull it out quickly," Li Xinwen reminded Mu Bai.
"Understood. Senior Li don't have to worry. I'll make sure that everything is will be done cleanly," Mu Bai assured him.
"Good. Then, let us proceed," Li Xinwen then turned to Manager Su, looking slightly worried. "Manager Su, if it becomes too difficult for you, then just tell me, alright? I will carry you."
To this, Manager Su only shook her head. "It's fine. Though it's a bit uncomfortable, I can still walk," she said with a smile while one of her hand went to rub on her stomach.
Li Xinwen saw the loving look on her face and his mind can't help going back to Mother Li. Although he knew that with Li Jinghua and Sun Xiao with her, no harm will come to her. He still feels uneasy until he can see her.
"Then, let's go," he said as he went over to support her. "Da Bai, lead the way. The earlier we depart, the earlier we can rendezvous with the rescue team."