Surviving the Apocalypse with my Multiplier System novel Chapter 29

Chapter 29: Dealership

Rayne put her phone away and quickly got out of bed. She still felt the adrenaline coursing through her, making her feel rushed in all of her movements.

She took a quick shower and pulled out a bagel from her toaster to eat as she made her way to the table.

Opening the laptop that was already on the table, she began to make a long list of necessary items she would need for survival. The internet was a great tool, as she found posts from people discussing hypothetical apocalyptic situations and how to counter them.

Opening a text editor, she began typing out her list, starting with major categories:

Hydration

Food and Cooking

Shelter and Warmth

Medicine and Hygiene

Tools and Gear

Security and Protection

Navigation and Communication

Miscellaneous and Entertainment Items

She looked at her list and decided to start from the top. Today, she would begin to tackle the hydration category, but first, she needed a vehicle.

Closing the laptop, Rayne felt a lot better after having a game plan and stood up to get ready.

She picked her outfit carefully, trying to remain as inconspicuous as possible while choosing clothing that would provide more coverage.

Looking at her reflection in the mirror, she was happy with her choice. She wore black leggings with a matching black top and a long trench coat made of a lighter material. This coat would help her block any line of sight if she bent over slightly.

She put on her white sneakers and an all-black baseball cap before grabbing her keys and purse.

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When she arrived at Deal Street, the day was only just starting. Rayne saw many shop owners and businesses putting out their signs and turning on their "welcome" lights.

The reason she chose to come to Deal Street was that it had the largest car dealership location in all of the surrounding cities. There were more than 100 car dealerships packed into this long street, allowing Rayne to find exactly what she wanted.

She leisurely walked down the street, allowing the workers time to set up their stores for the day's business.

When Rayne passed the dealership that specialized in luxury sports cars, she couldn't help but slow her steps. But after admiring the sleek design of the shiny sports cars, she turned her head and continued to walk.

Her destination was the dealership that sold rugged, off-road, and durable vehicles. After about 15 minutes of walking, she finally arrived at her location.

Rayne walked through the large parking lot that displayed shiny new cars and trucks. They all looked very rugged—with large wheels and steel frames.

"Hello, welcome to Duke's," said a younger-looking man behind the counter.

Rayne smiled and greeted him. "Hello, I'm here to buy a vehicle. I'm looking for something top-of-the-line with off-road capabilities. Price is not an issue."