"Brother Xing, why are you looking at me?"

"Xiao Bei... Well..." Xing Fang rubbed his hands, feeling a bit embarrassed. "I wanted to ask you..."

Guo Xiaobei smiled. Judging from their contact over the past few days, he knew that Xing Fang was an honest man. Since he was so hesitant to speak up, it would be better for him to take the initiative. "Brother Xing, just say what's on your mind. I haven't even thanked you yet for saving my life just now."

"Don't mention saving your life." Xing Fang waved his hand casually. He didn't think that Guo Xiaobei would have been scratched if he hadn't stepped in just now. "I wanted to ask if you're a disciple of an ancient martial arts sect."

Xing Fang had also practiced martial arts. Although he wasn't an official disciple of an ancient martial arts sect, he wasn't too bad either. Otherwise, he wouldn't have been so curious. Moreover, in the post-apocalyptic environment, having a powerful teammate was like adding an extra layer of protection. And when powerful combat capabilities were needed and there were no guns and ammunition at hand, a disciple of an ancient martial arts sect was undoubtedly the strongest ally.

Xing Fang could tell, and others surely could too. He could even imagine that tomorrow, Brother Xu would definitely have a private talk with Guo Xiaobei, and the content of that talk was self-evident. "Congratulations, Brother Xiao Bei."

"I'm not a disciple of an ancient martial arts sect. I've just practiced with weapons for a few days. But where does this congratulations come from, Brother Xing?" Guo Xiaobei raised an eyebrow.

Xing Fang explained his thoughts.

"Brother Xing," Guo Xiaobei gave a faint smile. "To put it bluntly, getting Brother Xu's appreciation isn't really something to be proud of. The apocalypse is such a chaotic time. It's better to focus on keeping ourselves alive. And I can see that you don't plan to stick with this group forever either."

Xing Fang nodded. "That's true. Brother Xu has a deep grudge against me because of his wife's younger brother. I'm sure you've noticed that even if I didn't mention it. I won't be able to stay here for long. When we reach the next city, I want to take Tian Tian and leave this convoy."

"Brother Xing, it's too dangerous to leave the group." Guo Xiaobei said after thinking for a while.

He still couldn't figure out what kind of person Xu Chunshan was, but he could be said to be a shrewd and capable man. Otherwise, he wouldn't have been able to lead a group of people around in this post-apocalyptic period. However, this man had a big flaw. He doted on his mistress terribly. According to what Xu Chunshan's underlings said privately, before the zombie virus had fully broken out, Xu Chunshan had led them to rob things and leave, while his lawfully wedded wife was still at home, completely unaware. Now, she was probably either dead in the mouths of zombies or had turned into one herself. And now, because of this mistress, he was protecting his so-called brother-in-law.

Guo Xiaobei had seen that woman once. She hardly ever left the carriage. Every time, Xu Chunshan would bring food to her, and she ate quite well. Although everyone was dissatisfied, no one was stupid enough to say anything. After all, she was just a woman and couldn't eat that much.

However, Xu Chunshan's brother-in-law was much more troublesome. Although he couldn't be said to be an out-and-out villain who bullied men and molested women, he was definitely not a likable guy.

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He ate a lot but did little work. Whenever there was trouble, he was the first to hide. When there was nothing going on, he was the most arrogant. Besides, he had lecherous eyes for every girl, like an old lecher. The girls hated and feared him, but they didn't dare to offend him. They could only secretly show their favor to other men, hoping to find a backer. But in this period, men wouldn't easily offend Xu Chunshan just for a woman's sake.

Although the contact time wasn't long, Guo Xiaobei had already seen the signs. If this situation continued, Xu Chunshan's small group was bound to fall apart.

Guo Xiaobei thought it over in his mind and then smiled at Xing Fang, with an extremely serious expression. "Brother Xing, if you're leaving, take me with you."

"This..." Xing Fang was stunned. Although he had had this intention, he was too embarrassed to say it himself. He had just been thinking that if Guo Xiaobei could go with him, their chances of survival would surely increase a lot. But that was just what he thought in his heart. The reason he hadn't said it out loud was that no matter how the group led by Brother Xu was, it was still much better than leaving. Moreover, after Guo Xiaobei's performance today, Brother Xu would surely offer favorable conditions to keep him. It could be said that his life would be much easier in the future.

Now, suddenly hearing Guo Xiaobei take the initiative to say that he wanted to leave with him was really beyond Xing Fang's expectation, so for a moment, he didn't know what to say.

"Brother Xing, are you afraid that I'll be a burden?" Guo Xiaobei asked.

"Of course not." Xing Fang subconsciously refuted. "It's just..."

"Brother Xing, don't worry. I'm not acting on impulse. I've had this idea for a long time. Hearing what you said today, it happens that we can be on the same path. As long as you don't mind me being a burden." Guo Xiaobei patted Xing Fang on the shoulder.

"Of course not. It's just that I also have to take Tian Tian with me. I'm afraid that I'll end up dragging you down instead." Xing Fang was still a bit hesitant. If it were just the two of them, no matter which team they joined, they would be very popular. But with a sister who was clearly a burden, he didn't know if there would still be any organization willing to welcome them. However, the group led by Brother Xu was obviously ostracizing him. Now that Guo Xiaobei had shown his martial prowess, he could imagine that their days would be even harder in the future.

Xing Fang thought it over in his mind and suddenly understood what Guo Xiaobei meant. His eyes turned red, and he slapped Guo Xiaobei's shoulder hard. "Brother, thank you."

"Brother Xing, don't say such polite words. I consider you a trustworthy partner. There's no need to say anything else." Guo Xiaobei took out his half bottle of water, then bent down and pulled out the half bottle under Xing Fang's feet and handed it over. "Since we're brothers and will be comrades fighting together in the future, let's have a toast!"

"Okay, cheers!" Xing Fang tilted his head back and gulped it down. After a while, he wiped his mouth and stared blankly at the empty bottle. He was supposed to save this half bottle of water until the water was distributed tomorrow. Who knew that in a moment of excitement and because he was really thirsty, he drank it all up at once.

Guo Xiaobei also took a sip. But when he saw Xing Fang still drinking heartily, he had expected this to happen. Now, seeing Xing Fang's dumbfounded expression, he couldn't help it. The water in his mouth choked in his throat, and he coughed violently for a while.

Xing Fang looked at Guo Xiaobei, a bit speechless. This kid was actually gloating to such an extent.

However, Guo Xiaobei's violent coughing also woke up Tian Tian in the back seat. Tian Tian rubbed her eyes and looked at the two of them in confusion.

"It's okay, it's okay. Go back to sleep." Xing Fang was very kind to this cousin of his and gently comforted her for a few sentences. Then, looking at Guo Xiaobei, who was still smiling, he suddenly felt ashamed and annoyed. He snatched the other's water bottle, poured half of it into his own bottle, and then stopped.

He threw the remaining water back to Guo Xiaobei resentfully and asked extremely gloomily, "Have you laughed enough?"

"Laugh... Hahaha... Yes, I've laughed enough... Hahaha..."

"Gentlemen..." A timid voice came from the back seat.

Guo Xiaobei stopped laughing and looked over with Xing Fang.

Jin Feichen in the back seat had a hesitant and fearful look on her face. "Could you... take me with you?"