Apocalypse: I Have A Multiplier System - Chapter 55

Chapter 55: Chapter 55: Stone Gambling

After that, she moved on to hygiene products, grabbing soap, toothpaste, and other personal care items.

As she walked down the aisles, she spotted a section with basic medical supplies. Realizing how important these would be, she added bandages, antiseptic, painkillers, and a first aid kit to her cart.

With her cart now full of essential items, she quickly scanned the shelves for any other items she might need.

She picked up a portable stove and some fuel canisters, as well as a durable backpack to carry her supplies.

She also added some basic tools, including a multi-tool, a flashlight, and extra batteries.

Then she moved towards the other big machines such as the Air Conditioner, washing machines, and refrigerators.

While they seemed excessive, Su Jiyai knew that if she could set up a safe and stable base in the apocalyptic world, these items would be invaluable for comfort and survival.

She also grabbed several power banks and solar chargers, ensuring she had a way to keep her electronic devices running.

As she passed by the clothing section, Su Jiyai realized she needed durable, practical clothing.

She grabbed several sets of sturdy boots, weather-resistant jackets, and thermal undergarments, knowing that being well-prepared for harsh conditions could make all the difference.

Finally, she picked up a few luxury items—coffee, chocolate, and other comfort foods.

[Host, you should stop now. Your total is 265400. You will be left with only 1600 yuan]

Su Jiyai glanced at the total amount and nodded. She had spent almost everything but felt satisfied with her purchases.

During the checkout, Su Jiyai realized a problem.

Where should she put all these items? She hasn’t rented any warehouse!

Even though she had the system’s space to put the items, she first needed to place all the purchased items somewhere.

Su Jiyai pondered the situation as she stood at the checkout.

Renting a warehouse was out of the question since she had already spent almost all of her money on supplies.

She needed a secure, temporary place where she could quickly stash everything before transferring it into the system’s space.

As she continued to think, an idea struck her.

“System, can you scan for any nearby abandoned or less frequented buildings? Somewhere I can store these items for a short time before I move them into your space.”

[Scanning… Found a location 500 meters from here. It’s an old, abandoned factory building. No one has visited it in months, according to local data.]

“Perfect,” Su Jiyai whispered, relieved.

After finishing the purchase and paying for everything, she arranged for a delivery service to transport all the items to the factory.

The remaining 1600 yuan was used up in the delivery service.

Once the delivery was set up, Su Jiyai left the store and made her way to the factory. As she approached, she saw that it was indeed deserted.

The building was large, with plenty of space inside to store her items, and it seemed unlikely anyone would come by anytime soon.

When the delivery truck arrived, she directed the workers to unload everything inside the factory.

As soon as they were done and had left, she quickly began transferring everything into her system’s space.

The process took a little time, but eventually, all the items were safely stored.

[Host you can return now if you want to.].

Su Jiyai thought for a while.

The system’s space was filled to the brink and couldn’t accommodate anything more. She had also run out of cash.

However, Su Jiyai was a bit reluctant to leave the place.

She didn’t know when she would get the chance to return to such a beautiful place.

Yes. To Su Jiyai, the post-apocalyptic earth was truly beautiful.

The beautiful sky tinted with orange shade, the fresh breathable air, and the peace.

Slowly Su Jiyai was filled with determination.

As long as she works hard someday she could transform her world into a peaceful place too!

Suddenly Su Jiyai held her forehead,

“Oh god! How could I forget about them!”

[What host?]

“Seeds! I will need seeds. At some point, I will open an agricultural area of our own. We will need seeds! There are also books!

I want to enter the field of virology !”

(Author: She wants to enter virology and I have toxic people in my life.)

virology is a field of science that deals with the study of antidotes.

Earlier Su Jiyai never thought of entering the field since it was very expensive. However, once she acquired the system, Su Jiyai was determined to find a cure for the zombie virus.

With the system, she will slowly get rich. With the money she earns, she could fund her research.

However, even with the constant research in her world, no cure for the zombie virus was found.

This could only mean, that the knowledge or materials required to find the cure were either lost or never existed in her world.

But now that she was in a pre-apocalyptic world, Su Jiyai realized she had access to resources and information that could potentially change the course of history for her own world.

However…she was out of money!

“System does stone gambling exist in this world?” Su Jiyai asked.

[Yes host.]

“Can you detect the metals inside a stone?”

Based on her understanding of the system, Su Jiyai guessed that it could scan stones.

[Yes, host]

“Can you help me in the stone gambling then?”

[Yes, host.]

“Good. Locate the nearest stone gambling market.”

[Locating the nearest stone gambling market… Found one 3.2 kilometers from your current location.]

“Perfect,” Su Jiyai murmured.

She left the factory and began walking toward the stone gambling market.

When she arrived at the stone gambling market, the bustling atmosphere was overwhelming.

People were crowded around stalls, examining stones of all shapes and sizes, hoping to strike it rich.

[Host, you don’t have any money.]

“I know.” Su Jiyai said calmly.

Her first problem was to gain an initial capital. She needs at least 10,000 yuan.

Just as she was wondering, how she could earn 10,000 yuan, she heard the sound of people discussing.

“Do you think the stone has a jade?” A middle-aged man with short height said.

“I don’t think so?” A tall lean man who standing beside the middle-aged man argued.

They were talking about the stone that a woman was about to cut.

“Hey, my gut feelings are telling me that there is a jade inside that stone!” The middle-aged man with short height insisted.

“How about we make a bet?” The tall man suggested.

“Good idea! The loser has to pay the winner twice the amount!” The middle-aged man eagerly agreed to the bet, and the two men shook hands to seal the deal.

Su Jiyai, who had been listening to their conversation, suddenly had an idea. She needed money, and this bet could be an opportunity to gain some quick cash.

She approached the two men casually.

“Excuse me, I couldn’t help but overhear your conversation. Do you mind if I join in on this bet?”

The two men looked at her, surprised. The tall man, who seemed more skeptical, raised an eyebrow.

The middle-aged man chuckled, clearly amused by her confidence.

“Alright, why not? The more, the merrier! How much are you willing to bet?”

Su Jiyai pretended to think it over, then replied, “10,000 yuan.”

The tall man’s eyes widened. “That’s a bold move for someone new to the market.”

He can tell from just one look that Su Jiyai is a beginner.

“Well, fortune favors the bold,” Su Jiyai said with a grin.

The three of them agreed on the terms, and the bet was set.

The passerby who heard their bet couldn’t help but join in the fun.

Soon the price pool reached as high as 300,000 yuan.

“If you think the stone has jade, please stand on the left. And if you think the stone does not have jade, please stand on the right.” The tall man announced.

90% of the people walked towards the right side.

It was an unwritten rule and everyone knew that the probability of stone containing jade was as low as 99%.

The woman on whose stones the bet was placed frowned. How come everyone has such a short-sight?

Su Jiyai asked the system,

“Is there a jade?”

[Yes, Host. There is a jade in the stone.]

Su Jiyai hurriedly walked toward the left side.

“Haha! This young lady will lose for sure.”

“Young lady listen to me. You should come over to this side.”

Some of the younger men advised Su Jiyai. Su Jiayi smiled politely and declined,

“No need.”

“Tsk. Tsk. Don’t cry when you lose.”

Su Jiyai rolled her eyes.

Even if she lost, she didn’t have 10,000 yuan. At most, she could run away to her dimension. Who can catch her?

However, Su Jiyai didn’t show it on her face and only politely nodded.