Apocalypse: King of Zombies

Chapter 58 Trade

ethan glanced around cautiously. this wasn't his territory, and there was always the chance another zombie king might show up. it wasn't a good idea to linger here. he needed to head back and focus on re

mia stepped outside, the bright morning sun casting a warm glow on her pale face, making her look particularly radiant.

around her, other awakeners were busy with their tasks—some building houses, others digging tunnels. but when they saw mia, they all greeted her warmly.

"mia, is it true what you said last night? that crystal cores can be traded for food?" a short, wiry young man darted in front of her, his eyes gleaming with curiosity.

mia glanced at him briefly. "it's true. i'm heading out now to make the trade."

"oh..."

the young man's curiosity only grew. crystal cores were valuable, but without food, people would starve. who was this person willing to trade food for crystal cores?

whoever it was must have a massive stockpile of food, right?

the young man's eyes flickered with a calculating glint. he smiled slyly and said, "i happen to have a crystal core on me. can i come with you to make the trade?"

mia hesitated for a moment before nodding. "alright."

the young man's lips curled into a barely noticeable smirk.

"thank you so much..." he said, his tone polite, but his eyes betrayed a hint of malice.