Cataclysm: The Enhancement Warlock's Rebirth

Chapter 18 Ignore her, continue! (First Blood)

living room.

Lu Wanwan had a basin of water in front of her and was washing the blood-stained clothes that Jiang Xiao had changed out of.

The bloodstains had dried completely, and the fabric was stiff, making it extremely difficult to scrub.

She had only rubbed it a few times when her anger grew stronger and stronger. She then threw the clothes into the basin and punched them repeatedly, splashing water all over her face.

At the same time, he muttered under his breath, "Serves you right for yelling at me, for ordering me around, for—"

Clearly, she was using the clothes as a way to vent her frustrations on Jiang Xiao.

"Shut up!"

Jiang Xiao's angry shouts suddenly came from the bathroom.

Lu Wanwan paused in her work and pricked up her ears to eavesdrop.

"A mount—"

"Keep to your duties —"

She froze for a moment.

Mounts? What mounts?

Then there was no sound.

It was quiet for a while, with only the faint sound of water droplets.

Lu Wanwan frowned, feeling inexplicably worried.

A moment later, a short while later...

There were rustling sounds coming from the bathroom, but they were very faint and indistinct.

Then came a series of dry coughs, muffled, as if someone were choking him.

Lu Wanwan's face turned pale.

Could it be that Lin Wanyi offended Jiang Xiao, and the latter was so angry that he wanted to strangle her?

The dull thud of Song Yu falling from the building flashed through her mind, along with the dark red bloodstains on the ground below.

No!

She couldn't sit still any longer.

He stood up, rushed to the bathroom door, and pushed it open abruptly.

"stop!"

The door slammed against the wall with a dull thud.

Because Jiang Xiao wasn't taking a bath, the water in the bathtub didn't ripple, and most of the steam dissipated.

Lu Wanwan saw it clearly.

The image of Jiang Xiao with red eyes choking someone, which she had imagined, did not appear.

The other person was sitting on the edge of the bathtub, with their head tilted back.

Lin Wanyi knelt on the ground, her hair falling loose and covering half of her face.

At that moment, the two of them turned to look at each other.

Jiang Xiao frowned, somewhat impatient.

Lin Wanyi turned her head away, her lips moist, a hint of embarrassment flashing across her face.

Although she had already decided to give herself to Jiang Xiao.

But being caught red-handed by Lu Wanwan, especially since they had only met a short time ago—she felt somewhat uneasy.

Although Lu Wanwan was a virgin, her college roommates had told her plenty of dirty jokes, and she had also learned a little about it by surfing the internet.

Seeing their intimate position, one could easily guess what they had just been doing.

She froze for half a second, screamed, and turned to run away.

Then it wandered around the living room like an ant.

She closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and tried to relax.

The scene from earlier kept replaying in my mind, and I even filled in the blanks with my imagination.

Lu Wanwan shivered, frowned, and shook her head vigorously, trying to shake those images off her mind.

Her face was burning hot, turning red from her neck all the way to her ears.

His chest rose and fell slightly, like a teapot bubbling away, just short of spewing white steam from the top of his head.

in the bathroom.

Lin Wanyi looked at Jiang Xiao, her eyes asking: What should we do?

Jiang Xiao lifted her foot and placed it on Lin Wanyi's back, gently pulling her back.

"Ignore her, continue."

The deep sound traveled clearly through the thin door panel into the living room.

Lu Wanwan heard it.

She was furious.

The teapot, which was bubbling and burning, finally had its lid popped off, spewing out scalding white steam.

She had been worried about Jiang Xiao's safety, fearing he might get hurt while he was away.

The results of it?

He brought a beautiful woman home and couldn't wait to indulge in debauchery during the day.

The image of Lin Wanyi kneeling on the ground flashed through her mind, along with Jiang Xiao's earlier mention of "mount," and she suddenly understood the meaning of those two words.

Lu Wanwan felt that her eyes and brain were dirty.

"Shameless."

She muttered something under her breath.

Afraid of hearing any more sounds, Lu Wanwan lifted her foot to go outside for some fresh air.

As soon as she stepped out of the door, the choker around her neck felt slightly warm, and an invisible force gripped her body.

She stopped uncontrollably, her legs together, her hands pressed tightly against the seams of her trousers, standing ramrod straight.

Standing at attention again.

Lu Wanwan gritted her teeth, her face flushed red, and stood at the door like a model soldier.

She wanted to move, but couldn't.

She wanted to cover her ears, but couldn't lift her hands.

I could only stand there silently, listening to the sounds coming from the bathroom.

Weak and helpless.

The clouds dispersed and the rain stopped.

Jiang Xiao is getting dressed.

This time it was Lin Wanyi's turn to take a bath in the bathtub.

-

She turned her head to look at Jiang Xiao, her lips moved, she hesitated for a moment, and then she spoke: "Master—this is my first time."

Jiang Xiao paused for a moment while buttoning her clothes, then simply replied, "Mm."

Lin Wanyi thought he didn't believe her and wanted to explain that she had accidentally broken the barrier.

She is a human being, and she has desires too.

For three years, she lived alone in an empty house, occasionally trying to relieve her loneliness. Once, in a fit of emotion, she lost her hand and "lost" her virginity.

She opened her mouth, then closed it again.

Because she could tell that Jiang Xiao didn't care.

Lin Wanyi smiled bitterly, a wave of bitterness washing over her.

Yes, in their eyes, you are just a commodity selling your dignity to survive, so why would they care about this?

The light in her eyes gradually faded; she lost the desire to explain, lowered her head, and said no more.

"You did a great job just now."

Jiang Xiao, dressed properly, turned around and glanced at her.

As he reached the door, he turned back and added, "You're not at a loss; it's my first time too."

After saying that, he opened the door and went out.

Lin Wanyi stood frozen in the bathtub.

Her first reaction was that it was impossible.

Jiang Xiao knows so much and is so skilled, how could it be her first time?

Could it be that the other person, like me, enjoys secretly watching the young imperial uncle?

Jiang Xiao walked out of the bathroom.

Lu Wanwan was still standing at the door, looking like a model citizen.

She glared at him angrily; if looks could kill, Jiang Xiao would have been riddled with holes by now.

Jiang Xiao didn't pay any attention and casually instructed, "Get a new set of clothes and send it to Lin Wanyi."

Lu Wanwan remained motionless.

Jiang Xiao's face turned cold. How dare he give him attitude?

He stepped forward, pinched her face, and said coldly, "What, do you think my words have any effect? ​​Do I have to force you to do anything?"

Suddenly, tears streamed down Lu Wanwan's face, one by one, rolling down her cheeks.

She was so upset that she sobbed, "My legs... my legs are numb."

The commands issued by the soul link are mandatory, and one has no way to resist them.

She stood at attention for over an hour, and her legs were stiff. Her calves and soles were numb and tingling, like being pricked by thousands of needles.

It's not that she doesn't want to move, it's that she really can't.

Jiang Xiao was stunned for a moment.

Those three simple words made him a little nervous.

I did indulge myself a bit and took too long just now.

Even though Lin Wanyi was a superhuman with physical abilities far superior to ordinary people, she couldn't get up from the bathtub after the event.

Lu Wanwan stood motionless for more than an hour, which was indeed not easy.

He suppressed his anger, took something out of his pocket, and tossed it to her.

"This is for you."

Lu Wanwan caught it instinctively.

This is a pendant the size of a pigeon egg, light blue in color, with fine runes engraved on it.

She glanced down.

[Warning Stone: A pendant inscribed with runes from a blue pheasant feather, capable of creating a weak protective barrier around the wearer. A clear bird song will be emitted when an outsider approaches the barrier. A small magical item from the world of Apocalypse.]

"For me?"

Lu Wanwan was somewhat surprised. Tears were still on her face, but her expression changed from aggrieved to bewildered.

Jiang Xiao nodded with a cold face.

This thing is actually not very effective; if outsiders don't get close, there's no way to warn of a remote attack.

However, since the abilities of superhumans have not yet been developed, the warning stone is still somewhat useful.

At least the weak barrier can protect against mosquito bites, allowing me to sleep soundly at night.

He bought two, each worth fifty points.

Lu Wanwan held the pendant, a slight smile unconsciously curving her lips, before quickly straightening her face: "Don't try to bribe me with small favors!"

Thinking about how she had stood there for over an hour, listening to the lewd sounds coming from the bathroom, she felt like killing Jiang Xiao.

God knows how I got through it.

"Your life is mine, why would I need to bribe you?" Jiang Xiao sneered, his fingers stroking the choker around her neck.

Lu Wanwan was short of breath, but she couldn't refute it.

He could only glare angrily at Jiang Xiao.

"Hurry up and deliver the clothes!" Jiang Xiaosong said, gesturing for him.

Lu Wanwan bit her lip and limped towards the bedroom.

evening.

The teams that went out gradually returned with their members.

-

"President, someone is looking for you." Song Zizhe came over.

Jiang Xiao was looking at the sky outside in the corridor when she heard this. She turned around and asked, "Who is it?"

"He said he's your neighbor, named Zhang Wei," Song Zizhe said.

Jiang Xiao frowned, not remembering such a person.

Seeing through Song Zizhe's expression, he quickly explained, "He said that if you mention his name, you will definitely get to meet him."

Along the way, the other person talked to him a lot about Jiang Xiao, including which household she lived in and her appearance, and everything matched up.

He thought Zhang Wei was an acquaintance of the chairman and, fearing it might cause trouble, he rushed over to report.

I never expected him to be a scammer?

He paused, then quickly added, "I'll go take care of it right away."

"Take me there to have a look," Jiang Xiao said, shaking her head.

The two went downstairs.

Lu Wanwan didn't want to stay in the house alone with Lin Wanyi, and fearing it would be awkward, she went with her.

On the open ground downstairs.

The newcomers lined up to receive supplies.

From a distance, there were quite a few people, including men, women, and children, all of whom looked pale and sickly.

A man in his early thirties stood next to the line. He had a square face, thick eyebrows, and a bandage wrapped around his left hand.

When he saw Jiang Xiao come out, his eyes lit up, and he strode over to greet her.

"Jiang Xiao! Long time no see!" Zhang Wei greeted.

Jiang Xiao looked at him but didn't recognize him at first.

"Last week, at the entrance of our neighborhood, you were hit by a scammer while riding your bike. They tried to extort money from you, but I testified for you and got them to leave. You even said you'd treat me to dinner, have you forgotten?"

Zhang Wei got a little anxious and quickly tried to prove himself.

In the city, neighbors are almost like strangers; if it weren't for that relationship, he would have been too embarrassed to come looking for them.

Jiang Xiao was stunned for a moment.

Three years in the dungeon, the torment of endless darkness, have overshadowed many memories.

When Zhang Wei mentioned it, the scenes from the past slowly resurfaced.

He sized up Zhang Wei.

After not seeing him for "a few days," the other person had lost weight, had sunken eyes, and a stubble beard.

My left index and ring fingers were severed at the base, and the wounds were still bleeding; it was truly a pitiful sight.

Zhang Wei followed his gaze to his own hands and said with a wry smile, "On the day of the catastrophe, I and about twenty people from the company went home together. Some died on the way, and others scattered—I was the only one left."

He pulled over the woman and a little girl of about eight or nine years old behind him: "This is my wife, and this is my daughter."

The woman had her head down, her long hair obscuring half her face, making her expression impossible to discern.

The little girl tilted her head back and stared intently at Jiang Xiao, showing no fear of strangers.

"I'm really in a difficult situation, that's why I came to you."

Zhang Wei rubbed his hands together, a little embarrassed. "I know you've become a superhuman and are in charge here. Could you... give me some more food?"

The group will only give each person one slice of bread.

He could grit his teeth and hold on, but he couldn't let his child and her mother go hungry.

"Song Zizhe." Jiang Xiao nodded and instructed, "Give Brother Zhang a few more meals and assign him a new job."

Zhang Wei waved his hands repeatedly: "No, no, I'm content with just a bite to eat, how could I dare to ask for a position?"

Song Zizhe thought for a moment and said, "Brother Zhang, how about you start as a squad leader, a nominal position, and then officially lead the team once your hand injury heals? What do you think?"

"this----"

Zhang Wei was flattered and looked at Jiang Xiao.

"Brother Zhang is an ordinary person, yet he managed to walk back alive from dozens of kilometers away. He truly deserves the title of 'brave.'"

Jiang Xiao's gaze fell on his blood-stained clothes, and she said firmly, "Don't worry, you deserve this position."

Zhang Wei's eyes reddened. He held his wife and daughter's hands and smiled憨厚ly, "It was they who gave me strength; otherwise, I wouldn't have made it this far."

Behind.

Lu Wanwan suddenly tugged at Jiang Xiao's sleeve.

Jiang Xiao looked back in confusion.

He noticed that Lu Wanwan was giving him a meaningful look, and he followed her gaze.

In the line ahead, a man was peeking over. When their eyes met, the man immediately lowered his head, as if he wanted to bury his head in his crotch.

Zhang Wei also looked over and said, "Oh, that's Song Jie, from upstairs in our building. The young man used to be tall and strong, but after not seeing him for a few days, he looks much less energetic, like he's been smoking opium."

He muttered to himself, unaware that his wife's body was trembling slightly.

"Should I go and call him over?" Zhang Wei asked, assuming Jiang Xiao and he had a past relationship.

Jiang Xiao shook her head and asked again, "How did you get here? Were there many insects on the way?"

"I was just about to report to you. There were very few insects on this trip, and they didn't gather towards the altar as the guild leader had said."

Song Zizhe answered first.

Jiang Xiao frowned.

wrong.

Based on past life experiences.

After the altar appears, red beetles within a ten-kilometer radius will be attracted and converge towards the altar.

There are only a few scattered ones on the road now?

Zhang Wei interjected, "On my way home, I found two neighborhoods infested with bugs, swarming everywhere, it was terrifying!"

He paused, then said, "But those bugs were strange; they didn't attack people. I was passing by the perimeter of the community when a few bugs came within ten meters of me, glanced at me, and then stayed where they were. I took advantage of that moment to rush back."

Jiang Xiao's expression hardened: "Are you sure the insects won't attack people?"

"I'm sure." Zhang Wei nodded. "I saw it with my own eyes. They were just lying there, not moving at all. If they had pounced on me, I wouldn't have had enough lives to survive."

Jiang Xiao thought of a possibility.

Big trouble is coming!

He looked at Song Zizhe, his voice turning serious: "Issue an immediate notice. Everyone from the nearby residential areas is to assemble tomorrow morning and relocate to the altar."

"Everyone?" Song Zizhe confirmed again.

"That's right, regardless of age or gender, leave no one behind," Jiang Xiao said, emphasizing each word. "If anyone doesn't want to move—"

He paused, his gaze sweeping over the people present.

"kill!"

"Kill them until they're willing to migrate!"

Severe and ruthless.

At that moment, the air seemed to freeze.

Song Zizhe opened his mouth as if to say something, but then swallowed it back.

He knew Jiang Xiao's temperament; her words were commands, leaving no room for doubt.

Zhang Wei stood to the side, listening with a pounding heart.

He looked at the young man in front of him and felt completely unfamiliar with him.

Just a few days ago, he was a quiet, unassuming neighbor, but now a single sentence can decide a person's life or death.