Chapter 11: The Safe House Is Complete

Three days later, through Wu Huairen’s connections, Zhang Yi successfully acquired two guns and 100 rounds of ammunition. Although the price was somewhat steep, Zhang Yi did not mind in the slightest. Holding these heavy weapons in his hands gave him a greater sense of security amid the apocalypse.

He had also completed his trade with Zhou Hairun for medicines, securing five boxes of imported high-grade pharmaceuticals.

Another week passed.

Wu Huairen called Zhang Yi to inform him that the safe house had been completed according to his specifications. He invited Zhang Yi to come and inspect it.

Only then did Zhang Yi leave the hotel where he had been staying for some time and drove back to the Yuelu residential complex.

Wu Huairen personally accompanied Zhang Yi to inspect the house.

Upon entering, Zhang Yi couldn’t help but feel impressed.

Dragon Combat Company truly lived up to its reputation as a top-tier domestic security firm.

The speed and quality with which they had built the safe house were impeccable.

The entire residence had been reinforced with 200mm thick alloy plates as per Zhang Yi’s request.

Yet from the outside, there was no visible difference from before.

Wu Huairen patiently gave Zhang Yi a detailed explanation.

“The ventilation system uses military-grade technology, capable of filtering out any harmful gases to prevent poison gas attacks from outside.”

“Additionally, the entire heating system has been completely overhauled, employing professional-grade materials from the Arctic Research Institute.”

“Apart from the fireplace you requested, it can also block 99.5% of heat loss.”

At this, Wu Huairen gave Zhang Yi a mysterious smile.

“To ensure your safety, we installed a monitoring system throughout the entire building—300 cameras in total—allowing you to oversee every floor.”

Zhang Yi, having heard all this, was so astonished he hardly knew what to say.

He could only marvel at how money truly was a blessing, able to purchase services unimaginable to ordinary people.

He stepped onto the balcony and found it transformed into a massive floor-to-ceiling window.

Wu Huairen explained, “The window materials are all bulletproof and explosion-resistant, even more durable than the 200mm alloy plates.”

“Moreover, it provides ample natural light and the necessary external visibility.”

Zhang Yi was extremely satisfied with this safe house.

Unless a heavily armed military force came, no one could forcibly break into his home.

Even if the entire building collapsed, his room would likely remain intact.

“I’m very pleased with the safe house you’ve built,” Zhang Yi said with a smile to Wu Huairen.

Wu Huairen smiled broadly in return.

He pulled out some documents for Zhang Yi to sign, then said, “If there are no issues, please settle the remaining balance within three months.”

Zhang Yi smiled and nodded, “Of course, of course!”

However, he had no intention of paying that final balance.

Thinking about how he had only paid a million as a deposit and effectively gotten a nearly ten-million-yuan safe house for free was simply exhilarating!

Zhang Yi lounged on the sofa, surveying his nearly perfect safe house.

But after some thought, he realized he had overlooked something crucial.

The source of life itself!

Zhang Yi slapped his forehead. “How could I forget something as vital as water?”

After the Ice Apocalypse, although the outside was bitterly cold and water could be obtained by breaking the ice, temperatures would generally be minus sixty or seventy degrees.

Going outside would mean facing danger.

He absolutely could not allow such a huge flaw in his safe house!

After considering this, he ordered 100 large water storage barrels through an online delivery platform.

Each could hold 500 cubic meters—enough water for several years.

Combined with the bottled water he could retrieve from the warehouse later, the water supply issue was perfectly resolved.

The delivery was impressively fast.

A few hours later, the water barrels were delivered to Zhang Yi’s door.

At the entrance to the residential complex, Zhang Yi asked Uncle You, the security guard, to let the delivery man through.

Seeing Zhang Yi buying so many strange items, the neighbors began to gossip.

“Is there something wrong with Zhang Yi?”

“Yeah, he always buys the weirdest stuff.”

“A few days ago during their renovations, I saw people carrying steel plates at least ten centimeters thick.”

“Hehe, maybe he’s lost his mind, trying to imitate the safe houses in movies!”

“I’ve seen some rich people on foreign videos build those things out of boredom. It’s just needless worry.”

“Now he’s bought so many water barrels; does he think Tianhai City will run out of water? Haha!”

“Huh? Tianhai City is by the sea!”

Faced with the neighbors’ mocking laughter, Zhang Yi couldn’t be bothered to argue.

He only sneered inwardly, thinking: when the Ice Apocalypse arrives, you’ll realize how foolish you were.

Zhang Yi had no interest in explaining to them.

These people would only see him as a fool and refuse to heed his warnings.

They might even turn the tables, accusing Zhang Yi of spreading rumors and disturbing social order.

And then he’d be taken away.

Uncle You, the gate guard, was chatting with Elder Tang nearby.

He warmly approached and asked, “Xiao Zhang, why are you buying so many water barrels? If you need any help, just let me know—I can lend a hand.”

Zhang Yi looked at Uncle You’s kind face and felt a surge of emotion.

Uncle You was a retired soldier, with no children, who had served diligently as the community’s security guard for over a decade.

In a previous life, he had donated his last food to save a starving mother and daughter, ultimately starving to death himself.

He was one of the few shining examples of humanity Zhang Yi had encountered during the apocalypse.

So Zhang Yi said to Uncle You, “Uncle You, this year’s temperatures are unusually harsh. I have inside information that this winter will be very tough.”

“To be safe, you’d better stock up more food and drinks, so you won’t be caught off guard when prices rise.”

Uncle You, who got along well with Zhang Yi, knew he was a kind-hearted young man.

Also, older folks tended to be more cautious, so upon hearing this, he frowned.

“Xiao Zhang, is this for real? Is the info reliable?”

Zhang Yi nodded. “Look, I’ve prepared all these items. You can stock up on instant noodles and bottled water—no harm in buying extra.”

Uncle You immediately nodded.

Living alone, he already liked to keep some instant noodles and sausages on hand for convenience.

Since Zhang Yi warned him, he’d take the time to buy more.

Better to have peace of mind; the food wouldn’t spoil quickly anyway.

However, Elder Tang overheard and approached Zhang Yi.

“Xiao Zhang, you’d better not spread these kinds of rumors around.”

“Our society is stable and peaceful. How could supplies be lacking? Saying such things might get you reported for causing panic.”

“You might even be invited for a ‘chat’ by the authorities!”

Zhang Yi rolled his eyes and paid no heed.

He had done his part by warning them; whether they believed it was their choice.