18 Floors Above the Apocalypse

Chapter 577

Mark didn't waste any time bringing Evan on board. One would manage the paperwork, while the other kept the peace. They had worked together back in Griffith, so they knew each other well. This partnership was bound to be seamless.

Stella walked up to them. "Evan."

Evan nodded. "Perfect timing."

Seeing Poppy, both angry and helpless, Stella asked, "What's going on?"

"Stella, someone's stolen the livestock from the farm."

Stella was stunned. ".

"..."

So, the big-shot head of the Inspectorate came all this way just to investigate

some missing farm animals? This was Evan, a key figure in Griffith's justice system, usually dealing with high-stakes cases. And now, he's chasing after stolen poultry?

But then again, in these catastrophic times, human life had become cheap.

No joke, livestock was now incredibly valuable. It wasn't just about feeding people; they were crucial for maintaining ecological balance.

To put it bluntly, these animals weren't just livestock; they were symbols of civilization.

Overnight, more than twenty animals had vanished from the farm: chickens, ducks, geese, quails, and turkeys, all ready to lay fertile eggs. It was downright infuriating.

The worst part? The thief knocked out the farm guard. In the freezing cold, the poor guy bled out in the snow.

Security at the base was tight, with firearms and ammunition strictly prohibited. Petty theft happened, but the farm was owned by the boss's daughter, and the base had a 20% stake in it.

Poppy couldn't figure out who would be so bold as to stir up trouble like this.

Nearby, the victim's family wailed as if the world was ending.

“Evan, can you catch

and Evan had a lead. He was calm and steady. "Not a big

a piece of cake for him. Stella wasn't worried. "Alright,

be taken back to the station. Aside from

Stella readily agreed.

turned to Poppy. "What's your plan

hesitation, Poppy replied, "Don't worry, Stella. I've got

her youth, her words carried an air of seasoned wisdom. Stella's curiosity was piqued. "Let's hear

this messed-up world, life's cheap. They're making a scene to get a better deal, that's

a pair of breeding chickens and offer the guard's son his father's job to ensure a steady

pressed. "And if

one who owes them, not the farm, which is also a victim. We're offering this out of compassion; it's

Poppy truly was Shane's

you handle it. If anything comes up, you know where to find

insulating the structure against the heavy snow, meticulously clearing the accumulation from

busy in one of the greenhouses. Stella didn't disturb her but instead started her own

were thriving,

by the state,

honeysuckle saplings with a smile

"Stella, this snowfall is a blessing. The base has a chance now.

sickened many survivors and devastated

asked, "Uncle,

soil, and they'll make it through the planting season. These plants love sun

elder's eyes twinkled with optimism. "I know you understand agriculture. These seedlings are

to the farm, well-acquainted with Rosie and the others. "Youth is hope. With your perseverance, the future is

and eloquent speech made Stella inquire. "May

Horace Hsin, a national-level

province. What truly shocked Stella was that his

suddenly asked. "Horace, if I could get you hybrid rice seeds, could

of thought, he replied. "It's tough, but with

a high-tech agricultural outpost. She had barely planted any, and