My 100th Rebirth a day before the Apocalypse novel Chapter 311

"Nothing. Shall we head inside?" Duke said, pulling Kisha into his embrace as he guided her toward the villa.

Meanwhile, Sparrow couldn’t hold back his laughter and teased Vulture. "I warned you not to try that," he said, grinning. "You really thought that pickup line would work on the Young Madam? It wasn’t even reliable to begin with!" Despite Sparrow’s warning, Vulture had still attempted to teach Duke the cheesy line he’d heard, only for it to fall flat, as expected.

Not only had the Young Madam given Duke a look as if he were a complete fool, but Vulture had also earned a sharp glare from their Master. Vulture was certain that Duke would take out his frustration by cranking up the intensity of their training later, ensuring they’d all suffer—especially the poor newbies who had no idea what was coming.

Sparrow couldn’t resist giving Vulture a playful jab to the back of his knees, causing Vulture’s already wobbly legs to give out completely. He hit the concrete ground with a loud ’thud,’ landing on his knees with a grimace. The sound was enough to catch Kisha and Duke’s attention as they reached the front door. They turned to see Vulture kneeling in defeat.

Duke, however, merely scoffed, flashing a smug grin in Vulture’s direction as if to say, ’Karma’s a bitch.’

Seeing Duke’s reaction to Vulture’s predicament, Sparrow let out a sigh of relief, patting his chest as if he’d just dodged a bullet. With Duke seemingly satisfied by Vulture’s impromptu punishment, Sparrow figured the rest of them might be off the hook for later training. But he couldn’t have been more wrong.

Duke would surely crank up the intensity for everyone, ensuring they all paid the price for Vulture’s mistake. No one would dare teach him another ridiculous pick-up line that made him look like a fool in front of his wife.

Lunch was uneventful but fulfilling, giving everyone a chance to relax and chat. Instead of sounding like a formal business discussion, the conversation felt more like a family catching up—asking about each other’s work and how things were going. The laid-back atmosphere brought everyone closer, making the gathering feel warm and comfortable.

The atmosphere felt like a cozy family gathering, with the Winters and Duke’s subordinates carrying most of the conversation. Kisha and Duke listened quietly, but the visible smiles on their faces made it clear they were enjoying every moment of it.

Even Sparrow and Vulture couldn’t resist exchanging a few playful jabs, causing bursts of laughter around the table. To an outsider, it would seem like they were living in a peaceful era, where lighthearted conversations and shared moments still thrived—completely detached from the harsh realities of the apocalypse.

Even Kisha found herself feeling that way—at peace and unburdened, if only for a moment. The weight of her responsibilities seemed to fade, allowing her to forget the problems that normally weighed so heavily on her mind.

Ding...

[New Mission Available!]

[A Class Mission "Base’s Expansion!"]

[Mission Description: A thriving base with many inhabitants and strong warriors should harness its power to expand and conquer new territories. It’s every ruler’s dream to extend their domain, claiming lands that stretch beyond the horizon as a testament to their strength and leadership.

Mission Requirement: Prove your worth as a ruler by expanding your territory, doubling the lands under your control, and showcasing your power and leadership under 10 days.

Mission Completion: Advanced Water Filter Blueprint from World 005795, Advanced Energy Gun Blueprint from World 102879, and Title "A True Ruler"

Mission Failure: Automatically failing the A-Class Mission "Planting and Harvesting," the C-Class Mission "The Philanthropist," A Class Mission "Commander of a Thousand", and the S-Class Mission "Taking Nest for 30 Days."]