Apocalypse: I Can See the HP Bar, Killing Monsters Drops Loot
Chapter 1732 - 733: The Death of Zhao Yuan_2

Chapter 1732: Chapter 733: The Death of Zhao Yuan_2

Moreover, didn’t Wang Tao say Ding Yuqin is in the Shuize Base? If the people from Shuize Base come to Red Stone Base, wouldn’t Ding Yuqin come too? When she comes, wouldn’t everything be exposed?

So the best solution is to eliminate Wang Tao first, and then find a way to deal with Ding Yuqin! That way, no one will ever know his secret!

Although he has no real power at Red Stone Base now, he’s very well-liked and has a good reputation. Ji Lian even hinted that in half a month, real power would be handed over to him. By then, he would have truly established a foothold at Red Stone Base!

With real power, he could continue to climb up. Maybe not take over Bai Hao’s position, but at least his father-in-law’s position, right?

After all, his father-in-law is old and only has one daughter. His daughter is disabled, and to ensure she lives well in the apocalypse, his son-in-law’s status must be elevated!

Thinking about this, Zhao Yuan felt his future was limitless and couldn’t let Ding Yuqin affect him. Therefore, anyone who knew all this had to die!

Just as Zhao Yuan discussed with a few people on how to get rid of Wang Tao, the door was suddenly kicked open. A group of fully armed soldiers burst in and subdued them without a word.

"What are you doing——"

Zhao Yuan hadn’t finished his sentence when he saw Ji Chen and Wang Tao enter. Suddenly, Zhao Yuan understood everything, glaring at Wang Tao with eyes full of unwillingness. He never expected Wang Tao to tell Ji Chen about this. Knowing his father-in-law’s character, he knew he was doomed...

Meanwhile, Wang Tao looked at Zhao Yuan with a peculiar expression. He had just clearly heard Zhao Yuan discussing with others how to eliminate him... Unsure whether to call them stupid or bold.

Ji Chen had a sliver of hope. If possible, he definitely didn’t want the son-in-law he chose to be such a scumbag. But unfortunately, when he saw Zhao Yuan looking at Wang Tao with resentment, even if it was just for a moment, he saw it and knew there was no hope left.

"Father-in-law, what, what are you doing?"

Zhao Yuan still wanted to struggle a bit, but Ji Chen waved his hand:

"I’ll give you a chance: confess yourself, or I investigate. Don’t doubt our methods. I guarantee you will wish you were dead."

"..."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Yuan hadn’t said anything when his little group couldn’t hold it anymore and confessed immediately. Of course, they didn’t know about Zhao Yuan’s matter; they confessed about planning to assassinate Wang Tao.

This made Ji Chen a bit dumbfounded. Just you few want to assassinate Wang Tao? Sure you’re not joking?

However, Ji Chen wasn’t interested in talking to them further, only feeling more disappointed in Zhao Yuan. Zhao Yuan’s crime was even greater, truly doomed.

Zhao Yuan now looked utterly desperate, somewhat regretting bringing these few useless teammates, but it was too late. He could only confess in despair.

At the same time, Ji Chen had Zhao Yuan’s phone brought over, as expected, with everything about Ding Yuqin erased. But it didn’t matter; those records were both on the network and locally, data could be recovered from the local.

When Zhao Yuan finished confessing, the phone’s data was also restored.

What slightly surprised Wang Tao was that the matter was even more complex than he had imagined.

Simply put, after the apocalypse came, under the pressure of survival, his inner evil was infinitely magnified. Zhao Yuan was humiliated during this time, his dignity trampled. He swore, if he could survive, he would become strong and repay this humiliation a thousandfold.

Later, they were attacked by zombies. Zhao Yuan found a chance to escape while those who humiliated him had unknown fates. Luckily for him, a police officer saved him unintentionally, but his desire to become strong didn’t change. Survival was his premise for growing stronger. So when choosing whether to risk going back to save Ding Yuqin, he chose against it and fabricated a tragic little story.

Following events were roughly as Wang Tao speculated. He accidentally encountered the military, met Ji Lian, and discovered Ji Lian had a great father. So he utilized the previously concocted story, frequently doing good deeds, portraying himself as a sentimental and righteous person. Being a competent director, he knew how to act... Eventually, he acquired his current status.

At this point, Ji Lian arrived just in time to hear everything Zhao Yuan confessed.

She was full of disbelief and ultimately said nothing, only burying herself in her father Ji Chen’s embrace, weeping.

Seeing this, Wang Tao felt somewhat helpless.

Ji Lian was also a pitiful person. An accident during the apocalypse ruined her face and left her disabled. Although her father had someone rescue her, she felt her life was ruined. Then she met Zhao Yuan, who didn’t mind her condition. She thought she had found true love. Little did she know, it was all Zhao Yuan’s deceit, even accusing her of being a jealous person! How could she be jealous? She believed Zhao Yuan’s words and stood up for him. Even developed a murderous intent towards a cute little kitten just because it was raised by Ding Yuqin...

Since Zhao Yuan had confessed, the matter was over.

For a situation like Zhao Yuan’s, utilizing deceitful means to enter the military, the military had zero tolerance. Especially given Zhao Yun’s particularly egregious circumstances, tarnishing the military’s image couldn’t be let go. Coupled with Bai Hao intending to set an example to deter such deceptive intentions... there was only one outcome awaiting Zhao Yuan—execution by shooting.

After revealing everything, Zhao Yuan no longer felt that previous resentment.

Facing Ding Yuqin, he had suffered internally before and frequently had nightmares to this day. Having confessed everything, he felt much relieved inside.

He was obviously aware of his fate, so he looked at Wang Tao with a slightly hoarse voice:

"Wang Tao, I’d like to ask for one more favor, take care of her for me. I know you have the ability... All my actions have nothing to do with her; she’s a good woman..."

"Alright."

Wang Tao nodded directly.

Seeing Wang Tao nod, Zhao Yuan grinned slightly.

Then he turned to Ji Lian to apologize. Ji Lian didn’t look back at him, but he didn’t mind. Then he wanted to say he’d like a cigarette, the pack in his pocket. Upon gaining permission, a soldier pulled out the pack from his clothes and handed it to him.

Zhao Yuan opened the pack, with only one cigarette left. He shakily took it out, and before the soldier could hand over the fire, he directly chewed and swallowed the cigarette.

Everyone hadn’t quite reacted when they suddenly saw blood seeping from the corner of Zhao Yuan’s mouth.

Apparently, something was wrong with the cigarette.

"... And this time he did display guts."

Ji Chen slowly exhaled and then lit a cigarette himself.

At that moment, Wang Tao suddenly spoke up:

"I remember, Zhao Yuan, like me, doesn’t smoke."

"... Damn!"

Ji Chen immediately flew into a rage.

Zhao Yuan didn’t smoke, Ji Lian didn’t smoke, Bai Hao didn’t smoke... only he smoked! What this implied was obvious; the cigarette might have been prepared for him!

This frightened Ji Chen; if no one had discovered Zhao Yuan’s true character, Zhao Yuan might have really poisoned him for some benefits! Once he died, Zhao Yuan could replace him!

"Damn damn!" Ji Chen cursed angrily, then explained to his daughter Ji Lian. Ji Lian had been heartbroken earlier, but now realizing Zhao Yuan intended to harm her father, the sadness lessened considerably...

Meanwhile, Wang Tao pondered silently, wondering if the sudden death at Red Stone Base in the previous life was related to Zhao Yuan. After all, he did harbor thoughts of harming Red Stone Base’s leadership, so who could say for sure...