Before engaging the enemy, conducting reconnaissance was necessary.
Sam had already used drones to scout the area, finding that Xiao Dao and his gang of thugs were outsiders, holed up in another building within the residential complex.
Of course, that building was not in good condition, and with limited supplies, their large group couldn't hold out for long.
That's why they all came out to attack this family. Speaking of which, the Han Xiaowu family was also unlucky, with many of the men, elderly, and children killed. Several women were initially spared, but as the gunfight erupted, Scarface, fearing complications, decided to kill the remaining women upon his return!
Thus, the only survivor in the family was Han Xiaowu!
"Thank you!"
Han Xiaowu gratefully nodded at Sam, saying, "I cannot repay the debt of saving my life and seeking revenge..."
Hearing this, Sam's eyes lit up, Could it be an offer of herself in return?
"If there's anything you need help with, please feel free to ask!"
With a slight blush, Han Xiaowu softly said, "You can take the supplies here, I won't make a fuss."
Being intelligent, she naturally wouldn't say something like "the supplies are mine."
Sam felt a bit disappointed hearing that she wasn't offering herself in return.
After all, he had just seen Han Xiaowu's beauty, which was truly captivating.
"Alright, you can help me move the supplies."
Sam spoke up, pointing at the items, and said, "I have a car below!"
"Okay!"
Han Xiaowu nodded and asked, "May I know your name?"
"Sam, with the surname Wu, invincible to all enemies!"
"My name is Han Xiaowu!"
"Mr. Sam, may I first bury my grandmother? It won't take long, just need a shovel...to give her a peaceful rest."
...
The exchange was pleasant, and Sam could take a break to relax his body.
After Han Xiaowu hastily buried her grandmother, they moved the supplies from the apartment building into the RV.
However, despite the RV's size, it was impossible to move all the remaining supplies at once, Sam could only select what he needed, filling up the RV before stopping.
"Done!"
Clapping his hands, Sam looked satisfied at the interior of the RV, ready to leave.
Behind him, Han Xiaowu hesitated before suddenly speaking up, "Um...Mr. Sam!"
"Hmm?"
Sam turned around, looking at her with curiosity.
"Can...can I join your shelter?"
Gathering her courage, Han Xiaowu introduced herself, "Before the great disaster, I was a manager at a major company, a Master's graduate in business, and also skilled in..."
She spoke of her resume and her strengths.
Though she was an elite, she had spent some time in her childhood learning about agriculture from the adults. She could cook dishes from various cuisines, do laundry, and handle household chores.
Unfortunately...
"Sorry, my shelter is for individuals only, and I'm not looking to take in outsiders."
Sam declined.
He had no intention of building a power base, let alone thinking about "strength in numbers."
Wait until he advances robot technology, then see who has more people!
"Is...is that so?"
Han Xiaowu's face turned pale, feeling extremely disappointed.
From this incident, the intelligent her had already understood that the prelude to a great disaster had begun, law enforcers were nowhere to be seen, thugs ran rampant, and only strong power could ensure one's safety!
What's the use of having many people?
Like Xiao Dao, they were all young and strong men, armed with guns, yet all were killed by Sam alone!
Seeing the bodies scattered on the ground, Han Xiaowu realized that Sam was a strong guarantee of safety!
That's why, she hoped to join Sam's shelter.
She stood there, dispirited.
Having boarded the vehicle, Sam looked back and suddenly pictured her extremely beautiful face.
After thinking, Sam asked, "Han Xiaowu!"
"Ah?"
Han Xiaowu came back to her senses.
"Have you ever had a boyfriend?"
What kind of question was that?
Han Xiaowu was taken aback but honestly replied, "No, my family was very strict since I was young. I never dated through my Master's studies. After joining the company, work kept me even busier..."
"Under my family's pressure, I was planning to start arranged dating next year, but now there's no chance."
Han Xiaowu's eyes dimmed.
Hearing this, Sam's gaze flickered, saying, "My shelter does not take in outsiders."
"But if it's someone from within..."
As he spoke, Han Xiaowu understood, her face turning red with anger, "I...I'm not a commodity!"
She felt disappointed, Could it be that Sam thought like those thugs, driven only by base desires?