18 Floors Above the Apocalypse

Chapter 191

After leaving Arcadia, the two continued to pack, chatting about everyday matters. Before long, it was noon and someone brought lunch over.

Three dishes and a soup, a balanced mix of meat and vegetables, along with a bottle of high-proof vodka.

"I'm not a fan of alcoho. Should we send it back or keep it?"

"It is Bryce's thoughtfulness, we should keep it. Let's save it for Cooper. He enjoys a swig or two when he's bored."

"Woof." The boozy dog circled around Stella.

"Look at that, just mention alcohol and he gets excited."

Despite the chat, Stella had no intention of eating the base's food. Even though the chances of it being poisoned at this stage were slim, it still made her uneasy. She stowed it away in Arcadia, taking out their own stockpile.

Rosie, the little drama queen, complained while eating. "Jasper, this jerky is rancid, not as tasty as what Stella makes."

"No waste is allowed. There are people out there who can't even find tree bark to gnaw. When we get a chance, Stella will make you something yummy."

After lunch, they pulled all the curtains and went to sleep. They talked about anything that came to mind. Tired of talking, they slept, waking up around five o'clock. Someone came to inform them that the evening banquet was at seven o'clock. Out of respect for Mr. Bryce, Stella chose a clean outfit. She suspected there would be many women at the banquet, so she applied some lipstick to avoid being mistaken for a handsome man.

As for Rosie, she couldn't be more worried. She didn't want to bring her to the banquet, but she was worried about leaving her alone. Stella picked out a pair of jeans with suspenders and an inconspicuous cotton T-shirt for her.

Being fair, she also groomed Cooper's fur.

When it was about time, the three of them headed out. Leading the way was Cooper, moving with a fierce stride, as if he wanted to pounce on every moving leg.

a handful of tattooed men were heading home. Seeing

run for their lives. Climbing trees didn't help,

men were almost scared to wet

were welcomed by the boss. Even though they were

nonchalantly, "Cooper, come back." Immediately, Cooper

trio and their dog strolled leisurely, seemingly

mansion, they went through a security check and entered a

a whole roast lamb filling the air with aromatic

Bryce even switching to a casual suit. "Well, it is so good to be young. Jasper, you look vibrant, and your girlfriend

gave a forced

tried to engage Cooper, but the aloof dog ignored him. He then turned his attention to Rosie, praising, "What

could sense his intentions and hid behind her

"She's

"I'm truly sorry, Jasper. You just arrived, and we should have thrown a grand welcome party for you. Unfortunately, Alpha Outpost picked a fight with us and disrupted our peaceful mealtime. "Even in this post-apocalyptic world, there are rules to

a mix of anger and sorrow. Jasper

sending a few people to settle the score with Alpha Outpost. They'll be back

Bryce's wise leadership,

roast lamb is ready, shall we

tonight we feast!"

apologize, but I'm not much of a drinker. I'm still feeling the effects of

opened a bottle of red wine, "You have to drink, tonight's banquet is in

professional habits. I really can't drink

world, who cares about old professions. Since