Jiang Yanyan looked at Xiao Hei with expectant eyes and said, "I really want Xiao Hei to give birth to the puppies soon, and then the puppies will grow up quickly, so they can be like Qianqian."
Gan Wei smiled slightly and asked, "What was it like between you and Qianqian when she came over?"
Jiang Yanyan was very happy and said with a smile, "We had a great time! I took her to tour the whole of Fuxing City, and she liked it very much. She also said that when her cats and dogs have kittens and puppies, she will give me one or two of them."
Gan Wei smiled.
She then pulled Lillian aside and introduced her, saying, "Yan Yan, this is Lillian. Your godfather rescued her in Shanghai. She survived alone in a cabin for 400 days, and there were zombies on the ship, as well as a giant mutated octopus under the cabin. It was really tough. She will be with you from now on."
Upon arriving, Lillian's gaze was immediately drawn to the enormous black dog.
It lay lazily on the ground, its massive body resembling a small mountain, rising and falling slightly with its breath.
Not only are there such huge birds, but also such huge dogs.
Then I thought back to when I first arrived here, I saw a group of huge, fat pigs in the sky.
This place is truly amazing!
But what shocked her even more was the scene on the training field.
Nearly two hundred boys and girls of similar age are training hard in the freezing cold.
Wearing only thin training uniforms, they ran, jumped, and fought in the snow, their breath condensing into frost in the cold air.
Each person's face was filled with determination, and their eyes burned with a kind of fervor that Lillian could not fully understand but could deeply feel.
Some of them were doing physical training, performing difficult moves, their clothes soaked with sweat, which even froze into thin ice in the low temperatures.
Others were practicing fighting techniques, the sounds of fists and feet clashing echoing across the training ground.
A small group of people are attempting some extraordinary feats.
For example, nimbly leaping over obstacles several meters high in succession.
These people are clearly not normal.
"They work so hard! They're so dedicated!" Lillian thought to herself without realizing it.
Compared to her days of struggling to survive alone on that ship, the children here seem to be chasing something more important than survival.
Ganwei's words snapped Lillian out of her shock.
She quickly snapped out of her daze and looked at the black-haired girl in front of her, who was about the same age as her.
Lillian gave a friendly but slightly reserved smile: "Hello, I'm Lillian. I'm of mixed race."
Jiang Yanyan smiled and looked Lillian up and down with her bright eyes: "Hello, my name is Jiang Yanyan. You are very beautiful."
This is a heartfelt compliment.
Lillian's blonde hair, blue eyes, and delicate features made her stand out in the training ground.
Actually, there are many good-looking people here.
It is precisely because they are good-looking that they suffer so much torment after the disaster.
But in terms of appearance alone, I'm probably the only one here who can rival Lillian.
If Jiang Shui and Jiang Huo didn't have those scars on their faces, they might be comparable.
Lillian smiled at the praise, then quickly became serious and said, "I hope to become a stronger and more capable person, just like them!"
She pointed to the children sweating it out on the training field, her eyes filled with longing.
Jiang Yanyan sensed Lillian's determination and became serious as well: "No problem! As long as you are willing to work hard, this place will make you stronger."
"However, I must warn you that the training here is extremely tough, and not everyone can persevere."
“I can manage!” Lillian answered without hesitation.
Although her voice was soft, it carried an undeniable firmness: "I survived alone on that ship for 400 days. Loneliness did not defeat me. I feel that there is no hardship that I cannot endure."
This sentence pleased Jiang Yanyan.
She turned towards the training field and raised her voice: "Everyone, pause for a moment!"
The training noises gradually subsided, and all the children turned to look at the new blonde girl.
There was not a trace of curiosity in their eyes.
In their eyes, there is only training and the leader.
"This is Lillian, and from today onwards she's one of us!" Jiang Yanyan announced. "She lived alone on a ship infested with zombies and level-three mutated beasts for 400 days!"
Upon hearing this, a slight change finally appeared in the children's eyes.
In this place that values strength, Lillian's experiences piqued their curiosity.
Jiang Yanyan looked at Jiang Shui and Jiang Huo and said, "Jiang Shui, Jiang Huo, you two take care of her for a while."
Jiang Shui and Jiang Huo stepped out from the crowd and came to Lillian.
The scars on their faces were particularly noticeable against the backdrop of the snow, but their eyes were clear and resolute.
“Welcome,” Jiang Shui said, her voice clear and melodious. “I am Jiang Shui.”
“I am Jiang Huo,” another girl interjected, her voice slightly low.
Neither of them said anything more.
Lillian stared at the two of them without blinking.
These twins have delicate features, like porcelain dolls.
However, there were many knife marks on his face and neck.
Who would be so cruel as to torture them like this?
“Thank you,” Lillian said sincerely. “I will try my best not to hold everyone back.”
Gan Wei stood aside, silently observing the children's interactions, and couldn't help but feel a surge of emotions.
She recalled that when she was twelve years old, she was still enjoying a carefree childhood.
My biggest worries every day are homework and exams.
But these children in front of me are only thinking about how to become stronger.
How to deal with zombies, how to deal with giant beasts.
How can one give everything for their leader in this cruel world?
The disaster changed so much; it took countless lives, but it also forced the survivors to grow at an astonishing pace.
The innocence and naivety that belong to children of their age can no longer be seen in their eyes.
Instead, there is a premature maturity and perseverance.
“Alright,” Jiang Yanyan clapped her hands, drawing Lillian’s attention back to reality. “Since you’ve decided to join us, let’s start today. Jiang Huo, take Lillian to change into her training clothes, and then teach her the basic moves.”
“Yes!” Jiang Huo replied readily, turning to Lillian, “Come with me.”
Lillian gave Ganwei one last look and received an encouraging smile in return.
He then followed Jiang Huo to the changing room.
Her steps were firm, her golden hair fluttering gently in the cold wind.
As Gan Wei watched Lillian's departing figure, she whispered to Jiang Yanyan, "Although your godfather saved her, don't treat her specially."
“I understand, Aunt Gan.” Jiang Yanyan nodded, a hint of wisdom beyond her years flashing in her eyes. “Here, strength is everything. Here, everyone must earn respect through their own efforts.”
Gan Wei gently rubbed Jiang Yanyan's head with affection.
The helpless and listless little girl has now matured considerably.
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