Chapter 5 Convenience Store
As expected, the zombie was dealt with before it could even turn around. With a drawn knife, the zombie fell into the bushes ahead, making little noise.
"That's it!" With the second zombie dealt with so easily, Han Shuo felt more confident.
As long as Han Shuo remains calm, he can unleash his full potential.
"If I can maintain this level of performance, I should be able to handle even three to five opponents at the same time."
This is his confidence, because due to long-term training, he could easily defeat two or three children of the same age with his bare hands during his school years.
Later, when he grew up, Han Shuo once tried it out. His highest record, wielding a wooden sword, was being able to fight against ten strong men at the same time.
Of course, getting injured is inevitable.
In Han Shuo's eyes, the zombies' overall combat ability was even slightly worse than that of humans, because they acted only on instinct and had no skills to speak of.
The most dangerous thing is the psychological pressure he faces. If he can overcome it and Han Shuo is careful, there shouldn't be any major problems.
While this gave him confidence, he clearly needed to be more cautious when fighting zombies.
"Don't get hurt, don't force yourself!"
Being bitten by a zombie will definitely lead to infection. Han Shuo didn't know if he would be infected if he was only caught by a zombie, and he couldn't take the risk.
He was thinking rapidly while moving quickly and silently.
Han Shuo's caution allowed him to successfully evade the three zombies.
Because it involved taking a detour, it was necessary to walk a longer distance to get to the convenience store. By this time, Han Shuo had successfully walked about 80 meters.
"Closer, closer and closer!"
Han Shuo hid behind a car, from where he could already see what was happening around the convenience store.
Overjoyed, Han Shuo saw that the convenience store door was not locked, but rather had a slight gap, which was very good news for him.
And so, hiding and dodging, sometimes fast and sometimes slow, Han Shuo finally arrived at a position about 10 meters away from the convenience store.
"Where did this zombie come from?"
Han Shuo frowned. There were no zombies outside the convenience store just now, but somehow three had gathered there.
Han Shuo originally wanted to wait quietly for the zombies to leave, but after glancing to the side, he knew he couldn't wait any longer.
Because about 30 meters to his left rear, there were two zombies walking towards him.
If this dragged on any longer, the three zombies at the convenience store entrance wouldn't leave; instead, two more would discover him from behind. But facing five zombies simultaneously from both sides, Han Shuo wasn't entirely confident of victory.
"Let's give it our all!"
Without hesitation, Han Shuo stopped hiding and rushed from behind the tree toward the convenience store!
"roar!"
The moment Han Shuo emerged, the three zombies in front of him spotted him and lunged at him with low growls.
Han Shuo first turned to the left to dodge the first zombie's attack, then stabbed the Tang sword into the zombie's head.
"Take one down!"
Without looking back, Han Shuo's swordsmanship was fully revealed at this moment.
With a flick of his wrist, the right hand holding the knife swung, and the Tang sword danced in his hand. A 180-degree turn severed the arm of the second zombie.
The zombie showed no reaction and continued to bite Han Shuo with its mouth wide open.
The Tang sword, which had been turned around, was tossed into Han Shuo's left hand. He lowered his head slightly and thrust the sword forward. By sheer coincidence, Han Shuo's superb technique, combined with precise calculation, allowed him to pierce the zombie's jaw and head with a single, powerful strike.
"The second one!"
Sheathing his sword and adjusting his position, Han Shuo charged toward the last zombie.
Soon, the last zombie fell to Han Shuo's blade. Han Shuo took less than ten seconds to eliminate all three zombies.
Just as the battle in front of the convenience store ended, the zombies in the distance were also attracted by the noise and began to walk towards the store.
Han Shuo glanced at it, ignored it, and strode into the convenience store, locking the door tightly behind him.
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Unbeknownst to Han Shuo, a pair of eyes in a nearby building were staring intently at him through the gap in the curtains.
From the moment Han Shuo emerged from the stairwell until he entered the convenience store, the entire process was observed by eyes upstairs.
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"Phew, we're safe for now."
Han Shuo felt much more relaxed. He entered the convenience store and checked it first, but found no other zombies there.
"I estimate that the family fled in their car as soon as the zombies appeared."
Han Shuo had a good relationship with the owner of the store, who usually parked his private car in front of the convenience store.
Since they weren't seen today, they must have already left. Han Shuo hoped they could escape safely.
Without much rest, Han Shuo quickly stuffed the food from the shelf into his backpack.
He mostly chose foods like cookies, candies, chocolates, and canned meats.
In short, they are simple, easy to carry, and keep you full. They can not only fill your stomach but also replenish the energy your body needs.
Soon, the empty backpack was stuffed full.
He lifted it up. "It's alright, not too heavy."
As for rice and noodles, Han Shuo didn't bother getting them. Firstly, he wasn't very good at cooking. Secondly, it was too inconvenient and a waste of energy.
Finally, Han Shuo slung his backpack over his shoulder and carried a box of instant noodles.
A box of instant noodles wasn't very heavy and wouldn't significantly affect Han Shuo's return journey. As he got up to leave, Han Shuo glanced sideways and noticed a bundle of rope under the shelf.
After thinking for a moment, he tied the rope around his waist, intending to take it back with him.
"That's enough. We have enough water at home. It's time to go back!"
Han Shuo was quite satisfied with this trip. As long as he could return home safely, it would be enough for him to live on for a while.
When Han Shuo reached the door, he was in a dilemma. He didn't know when, but there were already less than ten zombies gathered outside the door.
"It's not easy to go out..."
Seeing the zombies outside the door, Han Shuo didn't panic too much. In the meantime, he had already killed five zombies since he came downstairs, and his mentality was much better than when he first came out.
"We need to find a way to lure them away."
This door is the convenience store's only exit. If Han Shuo wants to get out, he must first find a way to deal with the zombies in front of the door.
Returning to the shelf, Han Shuo took out a bunch of canned meat.
Through several encounters, Han Shuo learned that meat has a special attraction for zombies.
After opening the package, Han Shuo quietly opened the window next to him.
With everything prepared, Han Shuo picked up the opened can and threw it forcefully into the distance.
I threw away several boxes in one go before I stopped.
"Clang! Clang! Clang!..." The tin can made a crisp sound as it hit the ground.
After throwing it away, Han Shuo quickly returned to the door. Sure enough, the zombies outside the door were all drawn towards the canned food by the sound and the smell of meat. Not only these zombies, but also other zombies nearby were attracted at the same time.
"A great opportunity!"
Taking advantage of the moment the zombies left, Han Shuo quickly ran out of the convenience store.
As for why he didn't just set up shop in this convenience store...
The reasoning is simple: in Han Shuo's eyes, this was no different from sending someone to their death.
Because this convenience store is on the first floor, and most people in this neighborhood know about this place.
Since he was able to come here to get food, other survivors will likely have the same idea.
If I stay here by then, I'll have food, but trouble will come with it.
Other survivors who came here to get food were afraid that if they saw that he had blocked the door, a rock would break the glass and let the zombies in, which would kill them.
Han Shuo knew this, which is why he didn't choose to stay here.
At this moment, only his home, which he knows best, makes him feel truly at ease.
This convenience store on the first floor is not only a place of trouble, but also a dangerous place, because here you have to be wary not only of zombies, but also of people.
This is not a place to linger!
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