Snowstorm: I'm Super Rich in the Apocalypse-Chapter 382: Regretting Too Late

Shen Qiu suddenly regretted it, realizing that he had overlooked this matter entirely, focused solely on how Gu Pan and the others didn’t provide him good food or accommodation, but totally forgot about the medicine.

As Gu Pan said, he only saw the negatives in others and ignored the positives, which made him feel guilty.

He also saw that the situation was not in his favor, becoming fearful, "I’m not reporting anymore. It was all a misunderstanding. I retract my report."

Lu Jianguo slammed the table, "With so much base business pending, your identity is indeed suspicious."

He finished speaking and instructed the inspectors, "Investigate him."

Shen Qiu, terrified, nearly knelt on the ground, "Base Commander, I was wrong. It’s just that life has been too harsh on me lately. Seeing them with eggs and meat while I eat sweet potatoes and maggots every day upset me. I’m no spy."

Lu Jianguo regarded him, "If capable, become a Scavenger and fight for what you want. If not, accept the common life. Thinking you can live like others without their capabilities, aren’t you dreaming?"

Shen Qiu admitted to the criticism, "I know I was wrong. I truly understand."

Lu Jianguo still addressed the inspectors, "Do check him further, this man is still very suspicious."

There was no abuse of power here; such matters, when blown out of proportion at times, do indeed threaten the security of the base.

Without further ado, the inspectors complied and took Shen Qiu away for interrogation.

Shen Qiu was full of regret, but there was no turning back, he had trapped himself in this path and had to accept it.

Once the others had left, Lu Jianguo checked on Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng, "Are you all okay?"

Lu Ruisheng smiled, "It’s fine. We thought some big shot was causing trouble, but this was nothing." fɾēewebnσveℓ.com

Gu Pan also smiled, "Indeed, we never thought it would be him. It’s harder to be good these days."

Lu Jianguo suggested, "Ruisheng and Panpan, head home. We’ve still got a lot to do and this has delayed half the day. We need to head back too."

Though it seemed not a dire situation now, further investigations were still needed to confirm that no one else was directing Shen Qiu.

Of course, Lu Jianguo didn’t share this with his son and daughter-in-law, just letting them peacefully return home, leaving the rest to him and his colleagues.

Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng agreed and bid farewell to the leaders.

Then, the same inspectors’ vehicle that brought them sent Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng back, but the atmosphere was different.

These people had clearly heard how important the two were to the base’s leadership, grateful they hadn’t spoken out of place.

The male staff member, who earlier spoke rudely to Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng, now sat quietly behind them like a quail, pale-faced.

He wanted to explain to Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng but didn’t know how to begin, fearing impending discipline; he wasn’t yet a permanent staff, might he be fired?

Unbeknownst to Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng, nor did they care, as everyone must bear the consequences of their mistakes.

Upon reaching Gu Pan’s home, the two got out of the car.

The young male staff member followed them out and ran up to them, "I’m truly sorry about today. I did not recognize your contributions and spoke out of line."

Had the apology seemed sincere, Gu Pan might have let it slide, but she couldn’t agree with his words, "So, if we were ordinary people, you think you could despise us as you please?"

After saying this, she and Lu Ruisheng bid farewell to the others and went straight into their courtyard.

The young man had no choice but to wait and see how his department would handle the situation.

Just as they entered, Squad Leader Fang and the others had been waiting for them at his house and hurried over when they saw them through the window.

Cheng Yang brought out an iron basin with charcoals burning inside, "Squad Leader Fang suggested stepping over this fire to ward off bad luck."

Following everyone’s advice, Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng stepped over the basin.

Afterward, Cheng Yang extinguished the fire, and they all entered the living room together.

Sitting down, Lu Ruisheng shared the events with everyone.

Everyone was furious, Guo Gang’s veins bulging on his forehead, "Such ingratitude. If not for being in the base, I would’ve screwed his head off to kick around like a ball."

Squad Leader Fang also added, "Such people are too devious. Lucky to be in the base, couldn’t last three days outside."

They all voiced their criticism against Shen Qiu.

Gu Pan, seeing everyone’s angry faces, laughed, "Let’s improve our dinner tonight and also celebrate our safe return."

Cheng Yang was delighted, "Great, I’ll help out."

Meng Meng chimed in excitedly, "Can we have fried meatballs?"

Gu Pan patted her head, "If you want it, we’ll make it."

Soon, the serious atmosphere dissipated, replaced by lively discussions about what to have for dinner.

Gu Pan planned to make something new today, fried skewers and spicy hot-pot. Although ingredients were limited, her array of seasonings and dry goods, along with flour, allowed for diversity.

Soaking various dry goods and mixing them with flour, the fried skewers turned out tasty.

With vegetables and glass noodles at home, and having sprouted beans a few days earlier, she could also make spicy hot-pot.

Soon, the aroma from the kitchen made Cheng Yang’s stomach growl, driven not just by hunger but by craving the flavors.

Meng Meng waited by the stove, continuously sniffing.

Once the first batch was fried, Lu Ruisheng helped with draining the oil and adding the spices, before letting everyone taste.

Needless to say, Gu Pan’s cooking always surprised everyone; all who tried it praised it.

Then, Lu Ruisheng fried another batch and prepared two portions, planning to take one to Chen Fengzhou to uplift his spirits with something delicious during a tough time.

He also packed another portion for Lu Jianguo. They had always been cautious about others seeing Lu Jianguo eat well, but they had stopped worrying about it. Everyone had been accused; being overly cautious only made things worse. If they had the means to eat well, why not? It wasn’t public funds, but earned through their own capabilities, unavailable to the base. If others had the ability, they could do the same; otherwise, they should keep quiet.

Both portions were substantial, including a little extra for Lu Jianguo, just in case his colleagues were there, as it wouldn’t be fair to let them just watch.

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