18 Floors Above the Apocalypse

Chapter 587

After getting the Willowbrook Military folks settled, Daniel and his son-in-law didn't get home until it was quite late. Daniel pulled Stella into his study for a private

chat.

"Secrets don't stay hidden long; Griffith's growth is evident to everyone, and news travels fast."

The Willowbrook Military had two goals for their visit. First, they wanted to reach out from Australia, which had been doing pretty well over the past couple of years. They had wanted to visit ever since they got Daniel's handwritten invitation, but their base was at a critical point in its development, and they were bogged down with countless issues.

As land emerged from the sea, survivors from various countries began claiming territories. China, Russia, and the UK, among others, were fighting for resources and land in their desperate struggle to survive. Plus, numerous private factions with their own bases popped up, intensifying conflicts and making survival even tougher.

Whether it's Willowbrook or Griffith, both were built on military foundations, sharing the same roots and the duty to uphold Australian civilization. They had a responsibility to unite and not let outsiders push them around.

Moreover, the legend of the Griffith base had traveled across the seas, taking on an almost mythical status, and even the Ocean Point Naval Station had heard about them. With time, location, and people on their side, Ocean Point Naval Station had stabilized after more than two years of governance. Whether it was due to friendship, blood ties, or the potential for collaboration, they came.

Daniel had weathered many storms to get to his current position, and he was no stranger to military power struggles. After today's reception, he was confident. "You don't need to worry too much. The land reclamation equipment you left behind and everything else you've done means the staff officer owes us a favor. Even if they have different ideas, this is Griffith. They won't act rashly here, nor do they have the power to."

with his family, protecting them from harm. Stella had special abilities, but she had also

need to do what you think is right; don't worry about the rest." He regretted not being able to protect her when the land was sinking.

him, feeling the unconditional warmth of a father's harbor, realizing that with such security, she feared nothing, not

felt a new lightness. Marrying the right woman could give you leaps in life. Choosing the right father-in-law could open boundless horizons. Jasper had risen to the rank of Major, and Reagan had handed

the Project Genesis tied their interests closely with Griffith. If anything were to happen, the base would be the first to object. They exchanged glances and shared a knowing smile. After

Jasper had been by their side throughout, showing Willowbrook's delegation Griffith's utmost sincerity. Chicken, ducks, geese, and vegetables prepared every which way filled the tables with twelve courses each. The

warmly. "Next time you

hand, "You've got to spill the beans,

Daniel smoothly reassured him, "No

you this - you won't

promise, the staff officers brought out their best Moutai, laughing heartily, "Here's to brotherhood in battle, to fathers and sons in arms. Tonight, we drink

of reuniting with old friends

risky seas to get here. The lack of prior notice had led Griffith to mistake their approach for an invasion, which explained the scene Stella had witnessed at the docks. It was difficult to send a message over such a

the size of the delegation, Stella was willing to believe that Willowbrook had come with good intentions, "Did the staff officer mention the relationship between Willowbrook