Seeing that Xiangxiang was still so cute and docile, Wei Lun felt a warmth in his heart.

After changing his shoes, he returned to the sofa in the lobby and sat down, then leaned back to enjoy Zhao Xiang's exquisite massage.

At that moment, all worries seemed to vanish like smoke.

"Xiangxiang, go cook. I want to have hot pot. You can add more shrimp paste."

Wei Lun told Zhao Xiang to cook, his stomach growling loudly as he spoke; it seemed he'd forgotten to take care of himself while he was busy outside.

Upon hearing her master's command, Zhao Xiang removed her small hand from Wei Lun's shoulder.

"Master, Xiangxiang will go cook right away and make you the spiciest hot pot to stimulate your taste buds!"

Zhao Xiang answered, and then ran off to the kitchen.

Although Wei Lun wasn't home, ever since Zhao Xiang got the right to drive the Audi, she's been out shopping every day.

She has so many fresh ingredients that her house is almost overflowing, and she also keeps all the freebies from promotional events, like rice, oil, and salt, at home, so she can cook a big meal anytime.

There was a crackling sound inside the kitchen, and a snoring sound outside.

Yes, Wei Lun had actually fallen asleep peacefully on the sofa.

Seeing this, Zhao Xiang immediately took out a blanket and carefully covered Wei Lun with it, feeling even more tenderness for her master.

"Alas, Master is working too hard. Without my care, Master would probably be even more distressed."

Zhao Xiang felt a great responsibility, and her resolve to take good care of her master strengthened. She then went back to the kitchen to continue her work.

Wei Lun seemed to be having a dream while he was sleeping.

In this dream, his company became one of the world's top high-tech enterprises, and he was surrounded by a celestial maiden of unparalleled beauty.

When Wei Lun woke up, Zhao Xiang had already prepared a fresh hot pot on the table.

This dream left Wei Lun pondering: who exactly was that celestial maiden from the Nine Heavens? Why did she seem so familiar?

Forget it, I don't want to think about it anymore. Eating my fill is the most important thing.

Wei Lun went to the dining table and, served by Zhao Xiang, began to eat the spicy Sichuan hot pot.

Zhao Xiang neatly arranged all the tableware and even helped Wei Lun tie a bib on his head.

Zhao Xiang carefully added each ingredient according to Wei Lun's portion size, tending to the small stove under the hot pot.

As Wei Lun ate, savoring the flavors of the Sichuan hot pot, his mood brightened.

"Xiangxiang, why don't you eat some with me?"

For the first time, Wei Lun wanted Zhao Xiang to sit down and eat with him. He seemed very satisfied with the maid's service these past few days. However, Zhao Xiang could not allow her master and maid to sit down and eat together. She knew very well that she was just a maid of her master and there was still a hierarchy between them.

"Master, you eat first. I'll cook for you, and I'll eat after you've finished."

Although Zhao Xiang was touched, she did not sit down to eat immediately because she did not want to break the atmosphere. As a maid, she could not eat at the same table as her master.

Wei Lun sighed. He knew what was on Zhao Xiang's mind, so he deliberately saved a portion of the food for her at every meal.

After enjoying a delicious and spicy Sichuan hot pot, Wei Lun called Li Shi again, asking him to send over a large amount of boxed meals and other food.

Wei Lun went outside the residential area and bought a lot of cigarettes and some snacks that Qin Mutong liked.

Back at the garden villa, it was getting darker and darker. Wei Lun decided to rest well in the villa for the night and go to the apocalypse tomorrow to see how Qin Mutong was doing and whether the base was producing well.

After collecting all the food Li had sent, Wei Lun went upstairs to sleep.

However, to Wei Lun's surprise, Zhao Xiang was lying in her bed. Wei Lun was stunned when he pushed open the door.

When Zhao Xiang saw her master enter, she immediately got out of bed and stammered...

"Master, um, I, I came to warm your blankets."

After saying that, Zhao Xiang dashed out the door and ran downstairs.

Wei Lun shook his head, surprised that Zhao Xiang still remembered her promise to warm his bed. It was meant as a joke, but this girl really took it seriously.

After changing into his pajamas, Wei Lun lay down on the bed, enjoying the lingering warmth and fragrance of the blankets.

Wei Lun drifted off to sleep peacefully and happily.

...

The next morning, sunlight streamed through the window and shone onto Wei Lun's face inside the room.

Opening his eyes, Wei Lun took a deep breath and sat up.

We're heading to the apocalypse today; we can't stay in the modern world forever. If the base encounters any danger, I can protect Qin Mutong if I'm there.

After changing his clothes, Wei Lun went downstairs for breakfast and then traveled from his room to the apocalypse.

In Weren's room on the third floor of the base,

A figure stood inside. Wei Lun shook his head, having already adjusted to the discomfort of time travel.

When Wei Lun came out, he found no one on the third floor, so he went downstairs.

The entire base looked quite ordinary and felt very safe. Although the zombies roaming outside were often attracted to it, the base's safety was still guaranteed thanks to the strong attacks from the guards.

When Wei Lun reached the first floor, he saw Qin Jiayou and Zeng Guangtian standing in the living room, waiting outside a room. Wei Lun became even more curious.

Qin Jiayou was the first to see his boss, and gave a perfect attention salute.

"Boss, you're here!"

Although Wei Lun has been appearing and disappearing mysteriously these days, no one dares to challenge the boss's authority. Even if the boss is really a god in disguise, as long as everyone has food to eat, no one will question the boss's decisions.

Upon hearing the sound, Zeng Guangtian turned around and gave a standard attention salute.

"Hello, boss!"

Zeng Guangtian gave Qin Jiayou a reproachful look, wondering why he hadn't reminded him. What if the boss thought he was deliberately keeping quiet, which would only make the boss unhappy for no reason?

What are you doing standing at the door?

Wei Lun was very curious. The two of them stood guard at the door like guards. Could there be some treasure inside?

This room is specifically used for discussing base matters. It's usually used by the team leaders, sometimes to give instructions to the guards, and sometimes to discuss confidential matters. Wei Lun rarely uses it because, as the boss, he usually discusses things directly in the main hall.

"Boss, Qin Mutong is inside receiving someone who came from the settlement!"

Zeng Guangtian immediately reported, fearing the boss would blame them. The meeting was originally their responsibility, but Qin Mutong, for the sake of base security, had personally taken charge.

Wei Lun nodded, understanding. So it was an envoy from the settlement? But was their purpose friendly or malicious?

Is this related to the recent massacre of people in the settlement? Wei Lun couldn't help but worry.

—Thank you to the reader for the 200 virtual currency reward! I will continue to work hard!