21 We Can Win If We Team Up 2 Against 1

"No... It couldn't be," Xue Qingyu wasn't sure about Liu Xiaoyu's speculation.

After all, she had always seen Noah's love for Su Xiaoyan. His love was genuine and deep; even being treated poorly and delivering food just to buy gifts for Su Xiaoyan, his love was profound.

The possibility that Noah still harbored feelings for Su Xiaoyan was entirely plausible.

Thinking this way, Xue Qingyu found herself somewhat believing Liu Xiaoyu's theory.

"Think about it, Qingyu. If Noah found Su Xiaoyan and brought her back, with Su Xiaoyan's personality, we probably wouldn't end up well. It's possible we'd be kicked out," Liu Xiaoyu said.

Xue Qingyu: "....".

That seemed like a real possibility.

"What should we do?"

Liu Xiaoyu raised her fist, making a grabbing gesture.

"Let's take action. Push for the high ground, push the crystal. Before Noah finds Su Xiaoyan, we should secure him for ourselves, make the cooked rice. By then, we'll be the ladies of the house, no need to fear Su Xiaoyan."

"Besides, it's two against one, we can definitely win if we team up."

Liu Xiaoyu looked seriously at Xue Qingyu.

"I've even thought about the titles. Qingyu, you can be the main wife, and I'll be the concubine. We'll work together to squeeze out Su Xiaoyan, that green tea b*tch, out of our lives, or even make Noah give up on finding Su Xiaoyan."

"Anyone is fine, but I just can't accept Su Xiaoyan coming into this home. She's manipulative and terrible. Who knows what diseases she might carry, like HIV or something. I don't want to indirectly catch any diseases."

Xue Qingyu's mouth fell open in shock.

Is that even possible?

Did Liu Xiaoyu have no shame at all? To speak so boldly and blatantly, Xue Qingyu hadn't realized before that she was such a daring person.

Xue Qingyu's world view was deeply shaken, and she was speechless.

Seeing Xue Qingyu still hesitant, Liu Xiaoyu became somewhat anxious.

"Qingyu, now is not the time to be shy. Hesitation will lead to defeat. Better to seize the opportunity while it's there. If you won't make a move, then I will. But I still hope you'll join me in forming a sister alliance, to present a united front and increase our chances of winning."

"But..." Xue Qingyu's face turned red.

"There are no buts. This is the apocalypse; we don't have the luxury of time to hesitate. I like Noah, and I don't mind taking the chance. I believe Noah has feelings for you; otherwise, he wouldn't have gone out of his way to save you. Qingyu, you must seize the opportunity, or it might be too late."

Under Liu Xiaoyu's persistent persuasion, Xue Qingyu's principles gradually shifted, and she began to agree with Liu Xiaoyu's views.

With her face burning and sweat on her nose, primarily because she had harbored a secret crush on Noah for a long time, submitting to Noah was not something she resisted. In fact, she felt a hint of joy at the thought.

Subsequently, the two women officially formed a sister alliance.

Liu Xiaoyu drafted the battle plan, and both committed to implementing their strategy, which had three main principles:

- Take the chance.

- Take the chance.

- And take the chance again!

While the two girls were secretly plotting, Noah was blissfully unaware of everything.

He lay in bed, pondering what to eat the next day or where to find a cook.

..............

The next morning, well after dawn, Noah lazily got out of bed.

It had been a long time since he had slept so soundly.

Free from the worries of supplies, he felt much lighter.

After washing up, he went downstairs to the living room.

Liu Xiaoyu and Xue Qingyu were already up, whispering something to each other on the sofa. Liu Xiaoyu was animated, and Xue Qingyu's cheeks were slightly flushed.

Seeing Noah come downstairs, Liu Xiaoyu greeted him with a cheerful smile and quickly walked over to link arms with him.

"Honey, you're awake. Are you hungry? Breakfast is already prepared for you."

Liu Xiaoyu pulled Noah to the dining table and pushed him down onto a chair.

Xue Qingyu, with a flushed face, served a bowl of porridge in front of Noah.

"Thank you."

"No, no problem."

After Noah expressed his thanks, he lowered his head to eat. Liu Xiaoyu took the opportunity to nudge Xue Qingyu with her mouth, signaling her.

Xue Qingyu turned her head, pretending not to see, chickening out at the critical moment.

Liu Xiaoyu, frustrated by her lack of initiative, glared at Xue Qingyu and then turned to Noah with a giggly whisper, "Honey~~ let Qingyu feed you."

Noah, who had just taken a sip of porridge, spit it out immediately.

"No need, no need, I have hands."

Xue Qingyu quickly grabbed a napkin to help wipe it off.

Seeing the unusual behavior of the two women, Noah's instinct told him they were up to something.

Could it be they were aiming for a free ride?

Could both of them actually like him?

That seemed improbable.

One must not be overconfident; self-awareness is key.

He was just a bit more handsome, had a bit more resources, had a bit more abilities, was a bit more familiar with the apocalypse, and had a bit stronger personal charisma than others... just joking, fantasizing a bit, no harm done.

Liu Xiaoyu's whimsical nature was one thing, but Xue Qingyu, typically more reserved and shy, surely wouldn't engage in such forward behavior.

But after much thought, Noah couldn't figure it out and didn't bother to guess any further.

After breakfast, he planned to leave.

"If you two don't have anything to do, don't go outside; it's very dangerous now."

Liu Xiaoyu pouted, "Aren't you taking me with you today?"

"No, the zombies outside are now at a higher level, and the crow flocks have become a significant threat. It's too dangerous for you to come with me; better stay at home."

"Alright then."

"If you're bored, you two could go to the basement gym and practice your abilities more. I'm going out to find someone, and I probably won't be back until tonight."

"Okay, darling, be careful on your way and come back early."

"Bon voyage, I'll prepare dinner and wait for you."

After bidding farewell to the two girls, Noah pushed open the heavy iron door and left.

Liu Xiaoyu, hands on her hips, huffed, "Hmph, see, I was right. Noah is going out to look for that little green tea bitch. We need to speed up our plan."

"Mm," Xue Qingyu bit her lip and responded softly.

It seemed like Liu Xiaoyu was right; Noah was indeed going to look for Su Xiaoyan. She suddenly felt afraid, afraid that Su Xiaoyan would be found and she would lose this place of belonging. She really didn't want to leave Noah.

Noah stepped out of the compound and walked slowly on the street.

The utility poles along the road were already filled with bloodthirsty crows, their noisy caws echoing frequently.

Upon seeing Noah, they fluttered their wings and flew towards him, their crimson eyes filled with bloodlust.

Noah, controlling his flying dagger, pierced through each one, bursting their heads, leaving feathers scattered all over the ground