Apocalypse: I Have A Multiplier System - Chapter 247

Chapter 247: Chapter 247: Follow

“I won’t kick her out,” Su Jiyai stated calmly, her voice carrying an undeniable certainty.

In this cruel, decaying world, Huo Ning’s power was a gift. With it, Su Jiyai could turn the tide of humanity’s hunger and desperation. Even if it came with a small sacrifice—her luck—it was worth it.

After all, she wasn’t afraid of what a little bad luck might bring. She had Rui Wang at her side. She was the one who would tip the scales in her favor.

Huo Ning, still standing nervously before her, finally spoke, her voice uncertain, “Boss Su?”

Su Jiyai snapped out of her brief reverie and replied with a bright, cheerful tone,

“Congratulations, you have awakened a nutrient-based superpower. With it, you can grow plants, vegetables, and herbs. It’s an ability that will be invaluable to our survival.”

Huo Ning’s eyes sparkled at the words. But then, they dimmed slightly.

“You’re lying, right? I’ve never heard of such a superpower.”

Su Jiyai smiled softly, her voice filled with assurance.

“I’m not lying. Trust me, some superpowers are rare, and yours is one of them. It may not be the most common power, but it’s far more powerful than others, and you happen to possess it. You’ve awakened something that can change everything.”

The room grew quiet as Huo Ning absorbed the weight of those words.

She had heard about the value of fresh vegetables in this world, how a kilogram of vegetables could fetch a fortune, and how vital they had become to survival. The thought that she could grow them, grow them herself, was a revelation.

But then doubt crept in. “Wait… You said I can grow plants?”

Su Jiyai’s voice became more serious, her tone carrying the gravity of her words.

“Yes. And that’s not something to be taken lightly. You must understand the importance—and the dangers—of your power. It’s not just about growing food. It’s about what that food means in this world. Your ability could change the balance of power in any base you enter.”

Huo Ning’s breath caught in her throat.

She hadn’t considered the potential consequences of such a power.

It wasn’t just a simple ability—it was a key to survival. She could bring life where there was none, but at what cost?

Su Jiyai’s voice softened slightly.

“But there’s one thing you must remember. Until you trust someone completely, never tell anyone about your power. The wrong person could use it against you.”

Huo Ning’s heart sank. She was still processing everything Su Jiyai was telling her, but she hadn’t expected such a heavy warning.

“So, what does this mean for me, Boss Su?” she asked hesitantly.

Su Jiyai paused before answering.

“Now that you’ve awakened your superpower, you are free to leave. You’ve earned the right to make your own choice.”

Huo Ning’s eyes filled with moisture, the weight of her words falling heavily on her.

“Wait… are you kicking me out, Boss Su?”

Su Jiyai was silent for a moment, but then she chuckled softly the sound warm and understanding.

“I’m not kicking you out, Huo Ning. I’m giving you the chance to make a choice. If you want to stay, stay. But if you want to go to another base, you are free to do so. Your superpower is valuable, and no one will turn you away.”

The words hung in the air, and Huo Ning’s heart skipped a beat.

She hadn’t expected that.

Her loyalty to Boss Su was unquestionable, but the offer to leave, to have a choice—it was something she had never been given before.

However, Su Jiyai’s words weren’t lost on the system, which interrupted with a snide comment.

[Host, you’re acting like a saint. You don’t need to give her the chance to leave. You already know she’ll choose to stay.]

Su Jiyai’s lips curled into a faint smile, but there was no humor in her response.

“You don’t understand, system. If I don’t give her a choice, and just keep her here, someone else could come along and twist this around later.

They could say that I never gave her a chance to leave, and use that to turn her against me. That’s not something I want.”

The system fell silent, but Su Jiyai could feel the gears turning in its virtual mind.

She continued, her voice more thoughtful now.

“I’m letting Huo Ning choose freely. I know she’ll stay with us, but I want her to know that it’s her decision, not because she was pressured. That way, she’ll remain loyal, because it’s a choice she made willingly.”

The system paused for a long while, and then, in an unexpected tone, it spoke again.

[Host, I see now. That’s… clever. I didn’t realize you were thinking that far ahead. You’re right. If she chooses to stay, it will be because she trusts you.]

Su Jiyai’s smile didn’t waver.

“Thank you for the praise, system, but I’m not doing this for your approval.”

For a moment, the system seemed stunned into silence.

But Su Jiyai didn’t care. She had already won this battle, and she knew it.

As she had expected Huo Ning sat in the conference with a dazed expression.

“You can take your time.” Su Jiyai urged. “I will give you one more month, decide whether you want to stay in the base or not-”

Before she could finish her words, Huo Ning’s eyes flashed and she suddenly stood up from her chair.

In a swift motion, she knelt down and said,

“Boss Su I will stay in the base and take orders from you only! You are my savior. You are the reason why I was able to awaken a superpower in the first place.

If it weren’t for you, I might have died even before I can awaken a superpower. I want to follow you. I want to work for only you! I don’t want to leave this base. I don’t want to leave you. You have done a lot for me, and now it’s my time.”

Su Jiyai smiled, but her eyes stung a little hearing Huo Ning’s words.