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.

can you

a lead. He was calm and steady. "Not a big deal, but it'll take some

of case was a piece of cake for him. Stella wasn't worried. "Alright, then I'll

the station. Aside

Stella readily agreed.

Poppy.

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

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

plan. "I suggest we give them a pair of breeding chickens and offer the guard's son his father's

if they

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

was impressed; Poppy truly

If anything comes up, you know where

neighboring greenhouse, Stella saw workers busily insulating the structure against the heavy snow, meticulously clearing the

busy in one of the greenhouses. Stella

mulberry saplings were

of an agricultural expert appointed by the

over the mulberry and honeysuckle saplings

Stella, he greeted her. "Stella, this snowfall is a blessing. The base has a chance now. We need to

and devastated many

infectious. Stella asked, "Uncle,

can survive even twenty below. Plant them now, with snow to nourish the soil, and they'll make it through the planting season. These plants love

with optimism. "I know you understand agriculture. These

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

eloquent speech made Stella inquire.

Horace Hsin,

the province. What truly shocked Stella was that his mentor was none other

they talked, Stella suddenly asked. "Horace, if I could get you hybrid rice seeds, could you develop a

a moment of thought, he replied. "It's tough, but with the seeds and

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