Chapter 11: "Snacks Time"

We worked together to secure the building, barricading doors and windows, and setting up a makeshift medical station. Taehyung and I took turns keeping watch, ensuring our new friends were safe.

As they rested and recovered, we shared stories and strategies, bonding over our shared struggles. The group dynamic shifted, and we became a united team, determined to survive and reclaim our world.

Sarah, a former nurse, tended to our wounds and offered medical expertise. Jake, a skilled engineer, helped fortify our new base. Emily, a young but fierce warrior, joined Taehyung and me on patrols. Matt, a tech-savvy individual, worked on establishing communication networks.

Together, we transformed the office building into a sanctuary, a symbol of hope in a desolate landscape.

As night fell, we gathered around a small fire, sharing stories and laughter. For the first time in weeks, we felt a sense of belonging, of being part of something bigger than ourselves.

Later On,

We identified a nearby shopping mall as a potential goldmine for supplies. Taehyung, Emily, and I set out on a scavenging mission, leaving Jake and Matt to maintain base security and Sarah to tend to the medical station.

As we approached the mall, we noticed strange markings on the doors – symbols we hadn't seen before. Emily's eyes narrowed. "This could be a trap."

Taehyung nodded. "Let's proceed with caution."

We entered the mall, weapons at the ready. The silence was eerie, but we moved swiftly, gathering food, water, and medical supplies. Suddenly, Emily whispered, "Movement ahead!"

A group of survivors, armed and wary, emerged from the shadows. Their Leader, a grizzled old man, eyed us suspiciously. "What brings you here?"

Taehyung, ever the charmer, flashed a disarming smile. "Hey, We're just here for some shopping... and maybe a few zombie kills."

Gus raised an eyebrow. "You think this is a joke, kid?"

Emily chimed in, "Actually, we're on a mission to save the world... or at least find some decent snacks."

Gus snorted. "Snacks? You're looking for snacks in a zombie apocalypse?"

I chuckled. "Hey, priorities, man!"

Gus shook his head, a small smile creeping onto his face. "Alright, you three are something else. Let's form an alliance... and maybe find some snacks together."

We grinned, relieved, and high-fived each other. "Yes! Snack-time is saved!"

As we celebrated our new alliance, a sudden loudspeaker announcement echoed through the mall: "Attention, survivors! You have 30 minutes to evacuate the premises. The military is conducting a zombie-clearing operation... with napalm."

Gus's eyes widened. "Aw, man! My snack stash is in the food court!"

Taehyung wrapped his arm around Emily's shoulders, gazing at me with a mischievous grin. "Hey, Y/N, looks like we're in a bit of a tight spot. Want to stick together... real close?"

I rolled my eyes, trying to hide a blush. "Taehyung, you're not fooling anyone with your fake flirting."

Emily chuckled. "Oh, I think he's just trying to keep things interesting, Y/N!"

Gus groaned. "Can we focus on escaping?"

We sprinted towards the exit, Taehyung's teasing gaze still fixed on me, as the sound of helicopters and explosions grew closer....

⁠❥To be continued!