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Translated By Arcane Translations
Translator: Zaped
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“The next morning,”
After packing our things, cleaning our weapons, and showering, we began our fun shopping spree.
Camilla used the cash we had saved to buy all sorts of necessary items.
Water filters, first-aid kits, nail clippers, and other small things that were inconvenient to make ourselves but essential to have. We also bought new clothes and glasses as a disguise.
Meanwhile, I listened to an explanation about the new vehicle I had acquired. I had thought finding a car would be the most difficult part, but it was resolved so easily that I was a bit dazed.
The vehicle was already listed on the trading app. The problem was that since Hampton City was in chaos yesterday, there was no guarantee that it would be available today.
So, Camilla and I called the desk. We explained our situation to Fernando and asked if there was a safe place to make the deal, and he immediately asked us:
“Do you have a preferred vehicle type or brand?”
I blurted out the car I had driven yesterday.
“Uh, I think an off-road vehicle would be good. Something sturdy. Something on the level of the 14th Infantry Division’s operational vehicles.”
Since I had the chance, I decided to push my luck.
“…And it would be great if it could pull a small trailer.”
Thirty minutes later, the desk called.
“Is the car ready for you to see?”
“Really? Are you sure?”
I couldn’t believe it. I ran down to the underground parking lot.
There was a huge, matte black super-duty pickup truck. But it had a lot of extra stuff on it.
“Are those tire covers bulletproof?”
It had side skirts like an armored vehicle, even though it wasn’t an armored vehicle. Fernando tapped on the window with his usual calm but sinister voice.
“The windows are bulletproof, and the doors have been reinforced. The top speed and acceleration might be a bit slower, but that shouldn’t be a big problem unless you’re going racing.”
“Um, how much is it…”
“Consider it a thank you from the Continental director. You can just take it.”
“What?”
I was so surprised by his casual tone that I was taken aback, and I was even more surprised when Fernando seemed just as surprised as I was.
“…Didn’t she tell you?”
Camilla? Why Camilla? When he saw my expression, Fernando smiled.
“If it weren’t for her, Continental would have been breached. This was the first disaster of its kind.
The director decided that we should show our appreciation. In fact, compared to the losses we almost suffered yesterday, this is nothing.”
I see.
We hadn’t brought many bullets with us. But there was an unusual amount of gunpowder residue on the guns, and we had to spend a long time cleaning them.
I thought the ammunition was of poor quality, but it turned out that Camilla had supplied the ammunition when she supported the hotel.
She must have used the room phone to give various orders, and thanks to her, the hotel was able to defend itself systematically.
“The director was happy to give you one of the remaining vehicles. Since it’s the Continental director’s vehicle, there’s no doubt about its performance and safety.”
We shook hands to finalize the deal.
“I hope we can continue our good partnership, Caesar.”
I left the car and went back to the hotel room. Camilla looked a little embarrassed when I told her.
“…I just gave them some advice. I told them to shoot the zombies that were approaching from blind spots. That’s all. It’s a big reward for such a small thing.”
“Good job. But Camilla, didn’t you say you didn’t like it here?”
“I don’t. I still don’t. But that doesn’t mean people should turn into zombies. And…”
Camilla smiled at me and added,
“You came back unharmed. That’s all that matters.”
I patted her on the butt. I had said something different yesterday, but it didn’t matter. Today was today.
“So, did you buy a lot of stuff?”
“Yeah, I prioritized necessities, hygiene products, and survival tools. I picked up the things I missed while I was there. Johan, I think we should keep going back and forth to the city, buying what we need and gradually replacing things.”
I agreed with her. I didn’t want to stay in the city forever, but I didn’t want to live an uncomfortable life outside either.
It would be better to find good items in the unprotected zone, sell them in the city, buy good equipment, and become more self-sufficient.
Of course, to do that, we needed to maintain a good relationship with our ‘supplier’.
“I’ll contact her.”
“Okay.”
“Leticia’s apartment.
I slept soundly that morning because I had slept well the night before. My face was glowing, my body was no longer stiff, and my headache was completely gone.
But there was something even better. Excitement.
“Should I try this one? Or this one?”
With all the curtains drawn, Leticia tried on different clothes in front of the full-length mirror. She had put her military boots and uniforms in a corner.
‘My man is coming.’
I received a late reply that morning. He apologized for the late reply, saying he had fallen asleep from exhaustion, and expressed his enjoyment of the previous evening.
I’m sorry for the late reply. As an apology, I’d like to offer you some of the alcohol I brought. Would you be free to meet today? Can we meet in District 13? As soon as I read the message, Leticia replied.
No, the entire area outside the safe zone is currently blocked off due to yesterday’s incident. I received a notice to avoid going outside for a while.
Then what should we do? What to do indeed. Leticia quickly typed a reply.
Why don’t you come to my place? It might be faster. It’s in Safe Zone 4, and I’ll tell them to let your vehicle pass immediately.
I was a little worried that it might be too forward.
Then I’ll do that. However, I need to transfer something, so… I won’t be able to stay long. I’m coming with a colleague.
“Ah.”
It was a slightly disappointing answer.
But considering the advice from the ‘dating coach,’ I understood.
‘If the first meeting went well, it’s good to leave them wanting more. Don’t meet again right away.’
Leticia was overjoyed.
‘Maybe I wasn’t the only one who felt that way. He is definitely interested in me. He’s following the advice of the ‘dating coach’ exactly. Hmm, Leticia. Clinginess is a turn-off. Be bold, but confident.’
Having made up her mind, Leticia naturally replied that it was fine and Caesar sent her the vehicle number and model. It was a very expensive car.
‘Could he be involved in dangerous or illegal activities?’
She was a little worried, but as an elite, Leticia changed her thinking.
‘If he’s that kind of person, I should cut him off. I can help him live a decent life. If necessary, I can even support him.
But I shouldn’t just give everything to him. I should meet him more, and if I’m sure he’s a good person… I should ask him to live with me. Of course, I should maintain my chastity…’
Having made her plans, Leticia called the gate on the office phone.
Yes, sir.
“Put me through to your senior… yes, I know. I’m from the 8th Special Forces Intelligence. Let this vehicle pass without inspection. Reason? Just say it’s for official business. Do you remember the security guard on duty when I called? He was from the 3rd Battalion, right? I’ll remember that, yes, thank you.”
The security system had been tightened due to the commotion yesterday.
If Caesar had come without knowing this, he would have been in trouble.
But Leticia didn’t want to reveal that she was a ‘soldier’.
She wanted him to see her as she was, not as a soldier, but as a woman.
And now. Leticia was trying on the pretty clothes she had bought.
“No. This one is too revealing. This one makes me look too fat. This one… Ugh, why don’t I have more clothes?”
None of them were to her liking.
Leticia decided to follow the advice of the ‘dating coach’.
She quickly turned the page and found the ‘Subtly Charming Without Trying Too Hard’ corner.
‘Off-the-shoulder knit dress’ caught her eye.
It revealed one shoulder, subtly exposing the strap of her bra, while covering the rest of her body, but the tight-fitting knit material would subtly emphasize her curves.
It was a seductive method that hinted at what lay beneath.
“Ah, that’s right. I bought this too!” Leticia quickly changed into her underwear.
She had bought a sapphire-colored lingerie set with black lace.
Even though she was only expecting him for a short visit, you never knew.
She opened the drawer and found the gray knit dress she had bought.
The fabric was soft and stretchy, so it wouldn’t be too uncomfortable.
She was happy that she had bought this dress for today. “…Oh?” Something felt off. It felt tighter than she remembered.
‘What’s wrong?’ she wondered as she looked in the mirror.
“…Oh no!” Leticia was not overweight.
She had a curvaceous figure, with a moderately large bust, a slender waist, and large, firm hips.
However, due to frequent late nights and overnight shifts, her body balance had been slightly off, and while her waist remained slender, she had gained a little weight around her hips and thighs.
Her hips, which she was already a little self-conscious about, looked even bigger.
The dress, which was slightly short, rode up to mid-thigh. If she wasn’t careful, she might reveal everything she was wearing underneath.
Even worse, it clung to her body tightly. It wasn’t subtly revealing her curves; it was blatantly showing them off.
She could even see the outline of her bra and panty lines.
“Oh, oh, what do I do? What should I do?” She couldn’t change now.
She had already wasted too much time. And the room was a mess with clothes scattered everywhere.
There was no time to change.
She quickly opened the window and hurriedly put the clothes back in the closet, dusted them off, and swept the floor.
While she was drinking a glass of water to calm her racing heart, she heard the doorbell ring. “…Just a moment! Ah, what do I do? What should I do?” She quickly brushed her hair and put on a hairpin.
Because the dress was riding up, she had to take small steps, making her walk a little awkward.
One, two, three. Leticia opened the door.
Caesar stood there with a box of alcohol, a bright smile on his face. “Oh, hello. Hehe…” Caesar seemed a bit surprised.
I noticed that his eyes were drawn to my exposed shoulder and bra strap. Leticia quickly brushed her hair behind her ear, further exposing her shoulder.
“Hello, Leticia.” He didn’t look away.
He was staring directly at her.
As someone who had learned to read people’s expressions from a young age, Leticia knew exactly where his eyes were lingering.
“Come in, please. Leave the box there. I’ll take care of it. Would you like some tea? Or something to drink?” Leticia spoke quickly, almost breathlessly.
Fortunately, Caesar said, “No, that’s fine. I’ll just stay here for a while.” ‘I shouldn’t have let my guard down.’
She was relieved that he said he would come in.
She quickly placed the water on the coffee table and offered it to Caesar, who politely accepted it and sat on the sofa.
‘Ah, this is a disaster.’ She couldn’t stop fidgeting.
The dress kept riding up, and she was constantly pulling it down. She felt like she was revealing more than she intended.
She could see Caesar’s eyes flicker.
I knew, even without being told, where his eyes were drawn.
“Um, Leticia…?”
“Yes?”
“You… you look… beautiful today.”
Embarrassed, she covered her mouth with her hands. She accidentally exposed a little more than she intended.
‘Oh no… I showed too much.’
She felt something snap. Caesar’s gaze seemed to linger on that area for a moment.
‘Ah… what do I do? What should I do?’ She started hiccuping, unable to control herself.
‘How can anyone hiccup in a situation like this?’
She covered her mouth with her hand and tried to stop hiccuping, but it wouldn’t stop.
“Um, why… why…” Caesar looked a little troubled.
“That’s because…”
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