3 Chapter 3 - Can't Adjust (Rev.)

In the car, Huang Jin was trying to remember the events that would occur in the three years leading up to the apocalypse. Despite having been reborn over ten years ago, he had forgotten many of the details from his previous life. However, he was relieved that he still had a clear recollection of most events in A City.

With ample time on his side, Huang Jin planned to gather essential food items and equipment, as well as engage in business endeavors to secure enough funds for survival during the apocalypse.

Before leaving the house, he immediately began checking the stocks in the market and made his purchases. As he passed by the familiar sights of tall buildings, bustling establishments, and busy streets filled with cars and pedestrians, everything seemed peaceful. However, he couldn't forget the horrifying scenes he witnessed before his rebirth: streets littered with garbage, abandoned cars, buildings engulfed in flames, scattered body parts, and the presence of zombies.

Now that he has been granted a second chance at life, his top priority is ensuring the safety of his loved ones. His space provides a security where he can gradually gather necessary materials and food before the impending apocalypse. Reflecting on his past life, he recalls the unfortunate passing of his mother due to cancer, with her assets being inherited by him. While reviewing his account, he recollects the will his mother entrusted to him the previous year, specifying the money transferred to him by the lawyer.

With 1.7 billion at his disposal, Huang Jin knows it's more than enough for his survival during the apocalypse. However, he feels the need to discuss certain projects with his father, which he had turned down in his previous life, resulting in them being assigned to his father's deputy, who has also relationship with Huang Ai. 'Really a green tea bitch' Determined to increase his wealth, Huang Jin plans to invest his money wisely to generate even greater profits.

He realizes that he must plan a trip to N City and locate that hidden cave. When he discovered the cave in his previous life, it was protected by a barrier and seemed to exist in a different dimension, as it exhibited similar energy fluctuations to those of his space energy. Strangely, others couldn't see or detect it, perhaps because they were too preoccupied with what lay beyond the barrier.

The area beyond the cave was a picturesque landscape, with lush green vegetable fields and trees adorned with plentiful fruits. A stream flowed through the land, eventually leading to a serene lake where Huang Jin discovered the rainbow stone. However, they had to abandon the cave because of the thick mist that enveloped the land. Despite their efforts to dissipate the mist, it stubbornly remained, making it difficult to breathe and obstructing their vision.

He decided to investigate the cave and the mysterious mist further, driven by a hunch that bringing the mist into his space might yield some results. While buying an island was an option, he knew that he would have to disclose the impending apocalypse to his father in order to proceed, unsure if his father would believe him. Nevertheless, he was determined to try. His plan involved constructing a sanctuary that would provide safety for him, his father Huang Jun, and his best friend Xun Wen, as well as Xun Wen's family. He felt a strong desire to save his best friend, the only true friend he had both before and after the apocalypse occurred.

Huang Jin was resolute in his promise to save Xun Wen and his family. He recalled that Xun Wen had shared with him that his parents and brother were stationed in A City as officers and a soldier before the apocalypse struck, and he had lost contact with them since then. Even in his previous life, Huang Jin had been unable to locate Xun Wen's older brother. This time, he was determined to do everything in his power to find them and bring them to safety in the sanctuary he planned to build. He knew that reuniting Xun Wen with his family would mean the world to his best friend.

"Master Jin, we have arrived," called out the driver.

"Thank you," Huang Jin replied to the driver as he stepped out of the car. He took a moment to gather his thoughts and prepare himself for the upcoming tasks. There was much to do and plan, but he was determined to face the challenges ahead with unwavering determination.

As Huang Jin approached the school where he would attend classes for the next three years, a bitter smile appeared on his face. He couldn't forget how his two step-siblings had tried to befriend him while secretly plotting against him. Now, with his rebirth, he saw through their deceit and would no longer be fooled. Stepping out of the car, he walked towards the entrance, but a wave of suffocating memories from the apocalypse flooded his mind, threatening to overwhelm him.

The school brought back haunting memories for Huang Jin as it was one of the danger zones during the apocalypse. The outbreak occurred on a school day, turning many students into zombies. Only a few managed to awaken their abilities and survive. Huang Jin once witnessed the tragic scene of children that became zombies wandering aimlessly near a school during one of his missions. The sight was both shocking and heartbreaking. He felt a profound sense of despair and powerlessness, unsure of how to help them. He knew that his initial thoughts of finding a solution were naive, given the magnitude of the disaster.

"Master Jin? Master?...Are you alright?" The concerned voice of his driver brought Huang Jin back to the present. He realized he had turned pale and was swaying like a leaf in the wind.

Trying to compose himself, he reassured his driver, "Yes, I'm fine." But deep inside, he knew the memories from his previous life were taking a toll on him. It was difficult to shake off the impact of those memories. Taking a deep breath, he blinked his eyes and tried to regain his composure.

As Huang Jin walked amidst the students, he couldn't help but notice their curious gazes and hushed whispers.

"Too many..."

He felt a sudden wave of unease wash over him, causing his face to turn pale. Although he tried his best to conceal it, anyone observant enough would notice his hands trembling slightly, his attempt to hide it within his trousers.

As Huang Jin felt the ants crawling sensation under his skin and beads of sweat forming on his temple, he couldn't help but wonder why he was feeling this way. He knew that the apocalypse was still three years away, so it couldn't be the immediate danger that was causing his unease. Instead, he considered the possibility that his previous experiences in the past had made him more sensitive to the signs of impending doom.

Having lived through the horrors of the apocalypse in his past life, Huang Jin had become adept at navigating that harsh environment. He had witnessed the devastation, fought for survival, and seen the worst of humanity. Those memories were undoubtedly etched deep within him, and now, in his rebirthed life, they seemed to be resurfacing as he prepared for the apocalypse once again.

It was not just a simple case of adjusting to a normal life; Huang Jin's mind was constantly aware of the impending disaster, and it was taking a toll on him emotionally and physically. The weight of the knowledge he carried and the responsibility to protect his loved ones were overwhelming.

Taking a moment to compose himself, Huang Jin reminded himself of the purpose of his second chance at life. He needed to focus on preparing, ensuring the safety of those he cared about, and making the most of the time he had. While the memories of the apocalypse may never fully leave him, he had the opportunity to change the course of events this time and create a better outcome.

With renewed determination, Huang Jin steadied his breath and pushed forward, knowing that he could not let the past dictate his future. He had a chance to rewrite history and protect those he cherished, and that thought gave him the strength to keep moving forward, even in the face of his haunting memories.