Chapter 104

104 3.02.09 – He or She? – Downfall of Humanity

When Kuro appeared a few meters before her, she made a sharp turn to her left, when a dangerous staircase appeared, she instinctively hit her breaks.

[Host. You died.]

[“I know.”]

To increase her speed and stamina, Bing Shi practiced with Kuro daily. Taking a rest, she took off her helmet, after catching a breath, she wiped down her sweat. Grabbing a bottle of water from her heavy backpack, she took a gulp.

[Host, the female lead has a spatial dimension. Why don’t you become friends with her?]

[“Surely, it’s the easiest to hug somebody’s tight, but remember? She died. I can’t rely on her. You always have to have a backup plan. I don’t have one, but a whole alphabet. Do you know what my Z is?”]

[What?]

[“Z is the same for every world. What to do, if Kuro leaves suddenly.”]

[Host, you think about lots of unnecessary stuff.]

.....

[“I know. Only with Xuan Mu, can I shut my mind off.”]

After a rest, Bing Shi continued with her training.

Settling her bike on top of her car, she drove outside of the city and halted before a forest. Taking out two digging shovels from the car and putting on the heavy backpack, she cycled inside of the forest.

With Kuro, they started to dig a hole behind a tree. Taking out a tightly sealed plastic bag out of her backpack, they buried it inside of the pit. The bag contained a one-week survival ration, which she bought in a store.

One and a half-gallon of water, emergency food bars, change of clothing and shoes, thermal blanket, first aid kit with medicine, a flash, matches, a pair of tires, a shovel, a knife, sanitary pads, toilet paper, two packets of wet tissues and a hand sanitizer.

‘This is going to be such pain without a shower and toilet.’

Bing Shi’s eyes got teary.

‘Should I build a caravan for my bike?’

‘I don’t want to sleep outside.’

‘I want a space dimension!’

‘Someone give me a space dimension, please!’

——-?????——-

APOCALYPSE COUNTDOWN:

215 days left

If you want to live, go to this website:

www. bingshi.com

——-?????——-

A new video was uploaded.

Bing Shi sat on the floor, while Kuro curled up behind her, “Hello! How was your day? Today, I was in no mood to think about the apocalypse. Sometimes you need to relax.” She pulled out a kalimba from the pouch, which was in front of her, “So, I decided to practice my kalimba skills.” She leaned against Kuro and took off her gloves. The first time anyone could see her pale, slender fingers. “I hope you won’t take advantage of my hands,” she laughed out and started to play.

A bright, soothing music box-like sound came from the small instrument, reducing everyone’s discomfort, which pilled up during the day.

It started gently, then near the end, as if she was running out of time, the tempo intensified. Her thumbs flickered between the keys, making everyone worry for her.

She didn’t only play with the instrument. It was like she was playing with their feelings.

(A/N: The song: Luv Letter – DJ Okawari ( Kalimba cover ))

After the performance, she put the kalimba back inside the pouch, “Now, back to the apocalypse. Those creatures target large groups. My tip, don’t group up and avoid crowded places. On a final day, everyone should hold some kind of a weapon. They might appear next to you. That’s all. Bye Bye.”

The video ended.

The course of the world changed. Businesspeople finding a new opportunity started to create items usable in case of an apocalypse. They didn’t forget to use Bing Shi’s name, with her approval, of course.

Bing Shi modified bikes, backpacks, emergency food, and water with long shelf life, survival kits, batteries, flashlights, pepper sprays, baseball bats, sold out like hot potatoes.

They appeared in big and small convenience stores too.

BingShi merchandise like her gas mask and hoodie became a new thing while Kuro turned into a plushie and a keychain with survival functions.

Only a few people were preparing for the apocalypse, more like only the enthusiastic ones.

The majority of the population would do nothing until a zombie came knocking at their door. They were too busy with their current lives to think so much into the future.

‘How to force people to do something?’

‘Become an influencer. People would buy anything which has your name or picture on it. It’s not only for the apocalypse but also for emergency times, like disasters, world war, and so on.’

‘To feel safe, they somehow bought those items.’

‘How easy it would be if authorities contributed with building bunkers and bases, stockpiling on food and water. But no, they are chilling on their bums, assuring everyone that everything is under their control.’

‘Oh, I forgot. I gave them an excuse to strengthen their military forces.’

When someone sent Bing Shi their names, phone numbers, and home addresses, a message would be sent to their phones.

+——- ??? ——-+

If I was a love of your life, would you die or kill for me?

? Yes.

? No.

? Sorry, it was a mistake.

+——– ??? ——-+

If someone answered Yes, they would be requested to record themselves eating a slice of lemon.

If someone answered No, they’d be asked Why, together with a recording of them eating a slice of lemon. The answer had to be a maximum of 50 words.

The third option was ignored.

Everyone got only one chance.

Almost all of Bing Shi’s “boyfriends” were from the army, secret services, and police.

Such coincidence...

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Inside a Military’s meeting room...

Enveloped by a gloomy aura, an imposing man sat at the end of the conference room.

“How is it going with Bing Shi’s boyfriend? Did anyone find out something?” asked Yi Zen oppressively.

Everyone shook their heads, “Bing Shi made our people eat raw lemons before a camera.” They grimaced just thinking about it. “Is Bing Shi messing with us, or is she serious...”

“General, why don’t you try it too? You can make women and men fall in love at first sight,” one of the officers asked nervously.

Their General’s look... how would they describe it, he could be a top model or movie star, with just his face and body alone.

“What did you say?” A dark aura seeped out of the domineering man, making the general flinch in fear.