Chapter Ten: When Husband and Wife Work Together, Everything Becomes Easier

There were a total of five survivors. As they spoke, they quietly surrounded Gu Lang, their aggressive gazes constantly sizing up Yu Qiuchi. Yu Qiuchi was goddess-level, making her especially conspicuous in the apocalypse.

"Kid! How do you survive the apocalypse with two girls? Why not hand them over to us—maybe then I'll let you live!" The bald man glanced at Gu Lang, making no attempt to hide his greed.

Gu Lang appeared harmless on the outside, so they took him for an easy target.

"Hmph! Do you want to die?" Yu Qiuchi clenched her fists and stepped protectively in front of Gu Lang. The little girl also poked her head out, glaring fiercely at the group.

After completing the previous task, the little girl had become Gu Lang's girlfriend. Her skin regained its healthy color—apart from her inability to speak, she was no different from anyone else.

At that moment, Gu Lang's mind was struck by a sudden tremor.

[Ding! Host detected to be in danger. New mission issued!]

[Eliminate the survivors: In the apocalypse, humanity is often more terrifying than the zombies. The host is being robbed by survivors—use your skills, fight alongside your wives, and eliminate them!]

[Mission reward: 5 free attribute points, 1 mystery package!]

Well, the mission delivered itself right to his door! Killing a few people—wasn't that so much easier than the previous dating task?

Gu Lang let out a cold laugh and gave the command.

"Take them down!"

Yu Qiuchi charged forward first, smashing her fist into the face of a burly man.

Boom!

It was like being hit by a car—the burly man was sent flying, crashing through a tree before coming to a stop, already lifeless.

"Damn! What the hell?" The remaining four stared blankly—was this a movie being filmed?

They hadn't expected things to escalate so quickly, especially not with such strength—was she even human?

But Gu Lang had already drawn his pistol and fired, blowing out the brains of another.

Four became three in an instant!

"Shit! Why didn't you say you had a gun earlier? Run, now!"

Finally, the three snapped to their senses and bolted. With a superhuman and a guy with a gun, what chance did they have?

"Hmph, you can't escape!" Gu Lang sneered again and again—this was the perfect opportunity to test his skills.

Shared skill, Royal Authority, activate!

[Royal Authority: Instantly activates, controlling up to five zombies within a hundred paces at random. The maximum number is five; only when one controlled zombie dies can a new one be controlled.]

In that instant, five zombies roaming the scenic area trembled. Like puppets on strings, they jerked their heads to fixate on the fleeing survivors.

Gu Lang had successfully taken control of them.

Roar!

One by one, the zombies rushed forward, but skirted around Gu Lang's group, attacking selectively.

"What the hell! You can control zombies!" The bald man was terrified—a single slap had sent someone flying, and now zombie manipulation? This was madness!

However, they were just ordinary people who had survived by luck. Faced with five zombies, they could only be torn apart.

After a chorus of screams, nothing remained but scattered equipment.

Revitalized, Gu Lang marveled at the power of Royal Authority—controlling zombies was as simple as a thought. It was even more useful than his wives—of course, he meant in terms of command!

And this was only the initial skill. Would the future ones be even stronger?

The thought filled Gu Lang with anticipation.

[Ding! Congratulations, host, on completing the mission. As they say, couples working together are never tired. Please continue to strive in the future!]

[Mission reward: 5 free attribute points, 1 mystery package!]

[Mystery package: One medical kit!]

With that minor episode concluded, the group returned safely to their residence.

Without hesitation, Gu Lang took one attribute point and boosted the little girl's intelligence.

He was left with four points—reserved for emergencies.

The little girl shivered, her gaze becoming clear again. She remembered everything with Gu Lang, and her affection soared.

"Brother Gu Lang!"

She threw herself into his arms, nuzzling him like a kitten, acting utterly spoiled.

Yu Qiuchi, seeing this, was infuriated. She stepped forward and grabbed Gu Lang's arm, snuggling up to him.

She was supposed to be the main wife!

Feeling the cold touch of two zombies, Gu Lang made a mental note—one had a heavy bra, the other was flat as a board.

Well, they were on different tracks, clearly!

Pulling himself back to reality, Gu Lang focused on business. There was still one system task left: eliminate ten zombies.

That wouldn’t be difficult—there were plenty of zombies downstairs. The little girl could handle it with ease.

But first, he had to sort out his equipment.

Until now, Gu Lang had thought survivors were few and far between in the apocalypse. Yet, his trip out had brought him face-to-face with five at once.

This meant he needed to arm himself.

Prepare in advance, stay vigilant in peace.

First, equipment: bulletproof vest and handgun. Gu Lang wore them at all times, never relaxing his guard.

He'd also seized some supplies from the survivors—besides food and drink, there were five machetes.

Yu Qiuchi and the little girl each got one, boosting their combat ability.

But the most valuable reward was the medical kit: iodine, bandages, alcohol, and two boxes of cold medicine.

In the apocalypse, such items were priceless. Gu Lang carefully stored them away.

He pulled out another item—a work badge labeled "SPC Staff."

Gu Lang frowned. SPC—he remembered that name.

"Isn't that a biotech company? It was huge, one of the world's top ten, and even had a branch factory here in our little city!"

He frowned, speculating.

"In the first days of the apocalypse, rumors said the zombie outbreak started near that company… Could it be connected?"

Well, he couldn't figure it out for now, but having a pharmaceutical factory nearby was a good thing.

If he could locate it, he'd never have to worry about medicine again.

For now, though, the priority was completing the task.

A moment later, the little girl was sent downstairs to battle wild zombies alongside the controlled ones.

Gu Lang occasionally directed his zombie horde.

Royal Authority’s advantage was clear—both he and the little girl could use it.

Originally, he could control five, but now the number had doubled.

A full ten zombies—a veritable army, sweeping through everything.

The mission was quickly completed, and the rewards followed.

[Ding! Congratulations, host, on completing the task! Although you used controlled zombies to defeat wild zombies, that’s not against the rules. After all, you’re destined to command thousands of troops and a harem in the future!]

[Mission reward: 10 free attribute points!]

[Ding! Host has triggered a new task! Go to the park and play with your girlfriends—ride the carousel, Ferris wheel, and roller coaster!]

[Mission reward: Evolution Crystal!]

[Note: The Evolution Crystal allows humans or zombies to evolve, gaining stronger attribute points and upgrading skills! Each evolution requires certain conditions. Host is currently Bronze; all three attributes must reach 10 points!]

Damn, this dog system again?

How was there a park anywhere near his apartment complex?

Gu Lang sucked in a breath—but soon his eyes widened.

Wait… Evolution Crystal?