However... He was much stronger now compared to when he was just a student. All he needed to do was to eliminate this weak devil before him, and his Xiaoxiao would no longer suffer such inhumane torment. As for Jianyi, that wicked woman who had never awakened any abilities in her life, she should stay as far away from his Xiaoxiao as possible!
Huo Chengzhang's hand clenched into a fist by his side, and his once hesitant gaze became resolute. Since fate had given him a second chance, he was determined to change his and Xiaoxiao's destiny!
"Huo General."
His assistant's call interrupted Huo Chengzhang's thoughts. He looked up, and his sharp gaze made his assistant instinctively tense. He had been by Huo Chengzhang's side for five years, and he knew the man's character well. However, ever since Huo Chengzhang woke up from that car accident a year ago, he seemed like a different person.
Of course, he was still a gentleman, but beneath that courteous demeanor, he had gained a newfound decisiveness. In the past year, Huo Chengzhang had done many things his assistant couldn't have imagined. The Huo Chengzhang who used to avoid any involvement with the authorities had actively contacted them and forged multiple partnerships with the company. Furthermore, the once easygoing Huo Chengzhang now tolerated no disobedience. His assistant had been puzzled by these changes for a long time.
However, one thing remained the same—Huo Chengzhang's extraordinary trust in him. That trust allowed him to sense Huo Chengzhang's various changes and understand his every plan. But even so, when he saw Huo Chengzhang's sharp gaze, he couldn't help but shiver.
Huo Chengzhang stepped out of the elevator, looking at his momentarily stunned assistant, and asked with a furrowed brow, "What's the matter?"
The assistant heard his inquiry and quickly regained his composure, softly replying, "Miss Mo's arrangements are ready. Should we bring the person over now?"
At the mention of her name, Huo Chengzhang's heart trembled. It had been over a year since he last saw her. During these more than 300 days and nights, there hadn't been a moment when he didn't think of her. However, rationality told him that he shouldn't interfere with her peaceful life. His presence would only bring her trouble.
But now, the thought of meeting the person he had yearned for day and night made him inexplicably nervous. She was still a seventeen-year-old girl who had no idea who he was. Should he tell her the truth? Would she believe him? Would she fall in love with him again? There were too many uncertainties, and for a moment, Huo Chengzhang hesitated. However, he quickly nodded to his assistant and instructed, "Remember, don't frighten her. Safely and intact, bring her to me along with her family."
"Understood," the assistant nodded, concealing his doubts, and walked aside to instruct his subordinates to take action.
"By the way," Huo Chengzhang added, "Check at the front desk about Jianyi."
The assistant furrowed his brow slightly. Had Huo General taken an interest in another woman? And had he arranged for her to stay at the hotel in advance? He knew better than to inquire further about the boss's affairs, so he proceeded to investigate downstairs.
Meanwhile, Jieyi had a foreboding feeling when she passed by Huo Chengzhang. Originally planning to go to the supermarket, she suddenly stopped, turned around, and hailed a taxi.
"Where are we going, sis?" Chen Junsheng asked in confusion.
Jieyi looked at the taxi driver and instructed, "Driver, take us to Hongma RV Rental."
Chen Junsheng squinted his eyes, hiding the hint of surprise in his gaze. Twenty minutes later, the siblings arrived at the suburban RV rental.
Jieyi and Chen Junsheng had already changed out of their school uniforms, ensuring that no one would suspect them as mere students. They walked into the rental office, and a salesperson approached them. Jieyi immediately stated that she wanted an A-type motorhome, preferably one with a spacious interior and a sturdy exterior.
The salesperson initially looked surprised but quickly recovered. Jieyi smiled and said, "We're planning a motorhome trip for our wedding."
Upon hearing this, the salesperson's confusion dissipated. He warmly led them to the parking lot and recommended a black luxury motorhome designed for survival during apocalyptic scenarios. It was eight meters long, four and a half meters tall, had a reinforced chassis, and was entirely made of thickened steel plates. The driver's seat was connected to the living area, and the parking space was rotatable. The interior had two levels, equipped with water, electricity, and all the necessary amenities. It even had a large refrigerator, water tank, and storage compartments. Apart from the fuel consumption, it had almost no drawbacks. The exterior featured a thickened protective layer, making it a robust vehicle.
"This model is not easy to park, and many scenic spots don't allow large vehicles to enter. The C-type might be more suitable for you. Would you like to reconsider?" The salesperson kindly reminded them before payment.
However, Jieyi thought, "It's already the apocalypse; who cares about parking?" Without further ado, she decisively rented the vehicle, paying extra to have it parked in a nearby parking lot rather than the hotel.
Renting the RV didn't take much time, and once the salesperson had parked it according to her instructions, Jieyi went to a wholesale supermarket to purchase supplies. With the motorhome, she bought everything she could think of, filling it to the brim with essential supplies.
Chen Junsheng, who accompanied her, didn't question her unusual behavior beyond an initial inquiry during the taxi ride. He simply followed her instructions, obediently assisting her. While Jieyi was busy preparing convenient food and other important resources, she didn't even think about sanitary pads.
When Chen Junsheng quietly cleared the shelves of sanitary pads, she was a bit surprised but didn't ask any questions. Instead, she pointed to her favorite brand and told him to get more. It was only afterward that she found it a bit strange.
She hadn't mentioned her preparations for surviving the apocalypse, so how did Chen Junsheng know that she needed so many sanitary pads? When she noticed her own doubt, the teenager turned back, flashed a pure smile at her, and asked, "Sis, what else do we need?"
Seeing his excited and eager expression, as if he were doing something crazy with her, Jieyi's suspicions instantly vanished. She thought that her dear little brother was just trying to please her and demonstrate his thoughtfulness. She didn't pay it much mind and, with a smile, assigned him the task of fetching folding buckets.
"Sure, sis!" Chen Junsheng readily agreed and hurried to the household goods section to grab several foldable buckets and basins. After a busy day, the two of them returned to the hotel at ten o'clock in the evening.