Webnovel Author In The Apocalypse World

It was as if a parent was saying to someone about to eat their child: "The younger one doesn't have much meat. The older one works out more and is much tastier."

Unbelievable. This was classic Kim Haru behavior.

With stiff movements, the group followed Go Okrim's lead and began digging up bamboo shoots.

Not only did they dig under that one Unmelted Frost Bamboo Tree, but other Unmelted Frost Bamboo Tree also took the initiative to expose their tastiest bamboo shoots. Instead of attacking the humans, they even helped out.

When Hwa Jian's hoe got stuck in the frozen ground and wouldn't budge, the Unmelted Frost Bamboo Tree he was digging under extended a root to push the hoe free and even loosened the soil around the bamboo shoot to make it easier to dig.

Thanks to the Unmelted Frost Bamboo Tree's assistance, Hwa Jian's task became much smoother. Find your next read on My Virtual Library Empire

When they had dug up so many bamboo shoots that they could no longer carry them, the group finally left. Go Okrim even waved cheerfully and shouted, "I'll make sure to tell Kim Haru how helpful you all were!"

The Unmelted Frost Bamboo Tree swayed happily, clearly welcoming them back anytime.

Back? Would the Unmelted Frost Bamboo Tree even be able to grow new shoots next year if they kept coming back? Were they not worried about being completely harvested?

The humans left in a daze with the hoes slung over their shoulders and arms full of bamboo shoots.

Now, as they watched Kim Haru and Go Okrim calmly discussing whether to stir-fry or boil the bamboo shoots for dinner, the others felt an overwhelming sense of respect for Kim Haru. They couldn't help but revere this mysterious little farm.

Dinner was hotpot again. The broth from lunchtime just needed reheating, and the vegetables could go right in. This time, however, the others refused to let Kim Haru lift a finger. They pressed him into a chair, surrounded him with fully charged gaming devices, and took over all the meal prep.

Even feeding the dogs and preparing food for the pigs and chickens became their responsibility. Kim Haru didn't have to do a thing.

He was happy to enjoy the rare peace and quiet.

As the table gradually filled with dishes, the sound-transmitting snail by the TV began to buzz.

It was a message from Jang Dojang.

"Mr. Kim, where is the Safe Zone Commander? The safe zone's weather monitors have issued an alert. Tonight, we'll be hit by the first ice storm!" Jang Dojang's voice was filled with urgency. "The Safe Zone Commander must return immediately to manage the situation!"

Ice storm?

Kim Haru didn't know exactly what this ice storm was, but he could immediately sense the severity of the situation.

"Hold on a moment."

Kim Haru quickly found Moon Baein and handed him the sound-transmitting snail.

When Moon Baein heard about the ice storm, his face darkened. After confirming the situation with Jang Dojang, he immediately responded, "I'll head back right away. Notify everyone in the safe zone to pack their things and return indoors immediately. Close all the safe zone gates and activate the patrol teams."

After finishing his instructions, he ended the call.

Moon Baein turned around to Kim Haru. "I sorry, Mr. Kim. I must return at once."

Not just Moon Baein—Hwa Jian and the others had also heard about the impending ice storm. "We'll go back with you," Hwa Jian said.

Hwa Jian's parents and younger brother were still in the safe zone, and naturally, Han Gwonhee chose to follow him. The members of the Delta Squad also remembered their responsibilities as part of the safe zone. As ability users, they had a duty to help the community weather this disaster.

Kim Haru didn't stop them. Instead, he called over all the Cryo Wolf, leaving only the Snowball No. 1 behind while sending the rest of Cryo Wolf team to accompany the Mon Baein and his group back to the safe zone.

"They adapt very well to icy conditions. If you need anything, let them handle it," Kim Haru told Moon Baein and the others. At the same time, he instructed the Cryo Wolf, "Be good, follow orders, and I'll reward you with something tasty when you return."

"Thank you, Mr. Kim."

The Cryo Wolf wagged their tails happily, nuzzled against Kim Haru, and then eagerly strapped themselves to the sled. With high spirits, they pulled the group away, disappearing swiftly into the snowy forest.

After everyone had left, Kim Haru turned around to Go Okrim. "How much do you know about this ice storms?"

Go Okrim's expression was grim. "Hyung, ice storms are the most common winter disaster. It's like summer thunderstorms, except everything that falls and blows in the wind is ice—sharp as arrows. If a person is exposed to an ice storm, they'll either freeze into an ice sculpture or be pierced full of holes."

In short, survival was almost impossible.

Even moderately weak buildings couldn't withstand the force of an ice storm. They'd either be blown apart or riddled with holes. It was easy to imagine what would happen to the people inside once the structures were compromised.

On top of that, the temperatures after an ice storm would plummet even further, making the cold even more unbearable.

Go Okrim recalled the times he and his brother had lived through ice storms in Gokmul County. If it weren't for his brother shielding him, he didn't know how many holes those icy shards would have punched into him.

Every winter, after the ice storms, his brother's body would be even more battered and scarred than before.

Kim Haru scanned the area surrounding the farm.

"Alright, let's get that Little Ginseng into the wooden cabin. Help me dig up the radishes from the Igloo and bring them inside too."

Without wasting time, Kim Haru immediately pulled Go Okrim along to start working.

Kim Haru trusted the system-built structures—he had no worries about the chicken coop, pigpen, doghouse, or cow shed.