Over the next few days, Li Xin'er, who did not go out, kept an eye on the situation at the base while monitoring the system.

Since Yu Wanling defected to Du Zhiyuan, everyone in the base has been exceptionally busy. Even Lu Yu, who was clamoring to cause trouble for her and stand up for Yu Wanling, has been busy with her post and hasn't had a moment to spare.

Li Xin'er knew perfectly well that the current calm was merely the calm before the storm.

"I'm sorry, Deputy Base Commander, but the Base Commander means that without his orders, no one is allowed to disturb Miss Li."

As the guard's voice faded, Li Xin'er recognized the person who had entered.

A faint smile appeared at the corner of her lips. "So you've finally realized it."

Du Zhiyuan, standing outside the door, frowned, a flash of ruthlessness crossing his eyes, before his face hardened and his tone became unfriendly.

"What! Now the base is under Lu Zheng's absolute rule? My words no longer carry any weight?"

If it were anyone else, Du Zhiyuan would never have shown such a dark expression; he would have maintained his hypocritical, friendly facade.

But those guarding this place are all Yu Su's trusted men; the discord between the two factions doesn't need to be faked at all.

Upon hearing that he wanted to find fault with the base commander, the guard immediately offered an explanation.

“Deputy base commander, you’ve misunderstood. Miss Li is the base commander’s private guest and has nothing to do with the base.”

Du Zhiyuan ignored that rhetoric and said coldly:

"Whether to see her or not depends on Miss Li's wishes. You just need to knock on the door and announce my arrival."

Since Li Xin'er is that supplier, he can't afford to offend her right now.

He wanted to do everything he could to win people over.

The guards stood at attention, saluted him, their voices loud and clear.

"Deputy base commander, please don't make things difficult for us!"

After speaking, the guards pursed their lips, straightened their bodies silently, and showed a resolute determination to guard this place to the death.

As soon as Du Zhiyuan approached, a guard secretly pressed the call button, hoping that Captain Lu and his team would arrive soon.

If Du Zhiyuan forces his way in, they really won't be able to make a move.

In Du Zhiyuan's eyes, these people were like pigs that don't fear boiling water, defying him to the bitter end. His face darkened several shades with anger. He raised his hand and pointed at the guards.

"Very good, as expected of Lu Zheng's soldiers."

The guards remained expressionless: It's alright, he's an old fox.

Xin Yue, Du Zhiyuan's assistant, seeing the stalemate, stepped forward with a friendly smile and explained to the guards in a kind voice:

"You can rest assured, Chief Du has something important to discuss with Miss Li, and it's not a malicious disturbance. Why don't you ask Miss Li's opinion first? Since she's a distinguished guest of the Chief, you shouldn't restrict Miss Li's freedom, right?"

Before the guard could reply, hurried footsteps were heard, and Lu Jin'an and You Su rushed over, having overheard Gang Xingyue's words clearly.

Yu Su smiled, though the smile didn't reach her eyes. "Assistant Xing's words are misleading. We haven't restricted Miss Li's freedom."

A good show was about to unfold. Li Xin'er unconsciously sat up straight, casually placing the wine glass she was swirling in her hand onto the small tea table beside her.

He rested his chin on his hand, staring intently at the door, ready to watch the show, showing no intention of getting up.

Du Zhiyuan glanced at You Su with displeasure; he had little patience to argue with them now.

"Since you're here, make them move aside. I'm here to see Miss Li Xin'er."

Yu Su looked surprised and astonished.

"Oh? From what the deputy base commander is saying, you and Miss Li know each other?"

Du Zhiyuan was speechless for a moment.

Know each other? If they really knew each other, would he have dragged this out until now, remaining in such a passive position?

As far as he knew, Li Xin'er was a celebrity before the apocalypse, so she was hardly worthy of knowing him.

However, things are different now. Not only does she have supplies, but she is also, unsurprisingly, a terrifying space-type ability user.

Otherwise, how did she bring so many supplies into the base?

He had to win over and befriend such a person; otherwise, he wouldn't have rushed over so urgently upon receiving the news.

Du Zhiyuan didn't reply, but Xing Yue spoke up, first nodding slightly to Lu Jin'an and You Su in greeting.

"Captain Lu, Captain You, Miss Li has starred in many classic works. We've come here this time..."

When Xingyue tried to get closer to her, Yousu waved her hand to stop her, saying, "Stop, stop, stop! So you're a fan!"

He deliberately emphasized the word "fans," saying, "Then we definitely can't let you in!"

As she spoke, You Su looked at Du Zhiyuan, still smiling, but her tone was somewhat perfunctory.

"Deputy base commander, you have to understand. Miss Li has so many fans. If they all came to say hello, it would be so tiring for her."

As he spoke, he winked and said, "I trust the deputy base commander won't make things difficult for your idol, right?"

Du Zhiyuan's face darkened further, turning as black as the bottom of a pot. He practically clenched his teeth. "You Su kid, what a silver tongue you have."

It's so good I want to sew it up.

Yu Su chuckled and scratched the back of her head, looking shy.

"Oh, no, no, I'm embarrassed by the deputy base commander's praise."

Du Zhiyuan's lips twitched. "You think I'm praising you?"

Lu Jin'an remained silent throughout, tacitly agreeing with You Su's explanation.

When it comes to acting, You Su is considered a top-notch amateur.

When it comes to shamelessness, aside from city walls, there is no equal.

They didn't really restrict Li Xin'er's freedom. Despite the intense struggle between the two factions, they wouldn't be so ungrateful as to stop Li Xin'er from contacting Du Zhiyuan.

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