[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-rebirth-before-apocalypse-my-whole-family-are-bi":3,"chapter-rebirth-before-apocalypse-my-whole-family-are-bi-rebirth-before-apocalypse-my-whole-family-are-bi-chapter-437":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Rebirth before Apocalypse: My Whole Family are Bigshots!",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1473562,1922,"Chapter 437: A Child’s Dream","rebirth-before-apocalypse-my-whole-family-are-bi-chapter-437",437,"\u003Cp>For safety, the windows of the white car were covered with a layer of newspaper.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Captain Zhu sat quietly in the back seat, his figure obscured by the newspaper, with an ominous and terrifying expression in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like a beast ready to hunt, his patience was at its peak at this moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Captain Zhu glanced at the decorations inside the car, and his gloomy gaze fell on a photograph.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a family portrait of a happy family of three.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The pretty little girl looked to be only six or seven years old, and the parents appeared young, likely born in the ’80s.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once considered the most fortunate generation, they now created a world for their child.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at the photograph, the bloodthirsty desire in Captain Zhu’s eyes became increasingly evident.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a zombie, he didn’t feel warmth, just a stronger wish for the family of three to return.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To comfort his empty stomach.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The inner conflict against his bloodthirst contrasted with the rampant bloodlust impulse in his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ultimately, instinct triumphed over reason, and he didn’t leave the car but just waited quietly for the prey to return.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After an indefinite period, Captain Zhu’s sharp ears detected movements outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He gently lifted a corner of the newspaper to look out the car window.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the distance, a young couple was hurriedly walking toward the car, holding a little girl by the hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Roar――\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sudden appearance of flesh and blood excited the nearby wandering zombies, who rushed angrily toward the family of three.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fiery flames burst from the young father’s hand, landing on the zombies’ hideous heads.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little girl stood obediently by her young parents, her eyes scared upon seeing the zombies but bravely silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had adapted to the apocalyptic environment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The young mother watched cautiously, gripping the little girl’s hand tightly to ensure no other zombies snuck in while the young father fought them off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The zombies were quickly incinerated through the temple by the young father.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The young father crouched down, quickly searching inside the zombie’s head with a dagger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, he wiped the blade clean and sheathed it, looking slightly disappointed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This ordinary zombie’s brain had no crystal core.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seemed he needed to hunt a few more zombies to afford the \"toll\" when returning to the safe base.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Daddy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little girl softly called out to her father at this moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t be afraid, it’s okay, the monster has been defeated by daddy.\" The young father lifted the bag he was holding, wearing a gentle smile. \"We found quite a lot of food, you can eat a bit more today, Xiao Xiao.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the bag were some moldy bread loaves. The vacuum packaging only extended their shelf life, not preventing them from expiring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A small bag of bread was enough for the family of three to eat once, with two slices left over for when they couldn’t bear hunger anymore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little girl beamed with a radiant smile and softly cheered, \"Daddy, you’re awesome!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The young mother looked at her delighted daughter, also wearing a gentle smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The family of three was considered very lucky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Following the city residents’ evacuation attempts after the apocalypse broke out, they even escaped from a swarm of mutant rats, thanks to the husband’s quick reflex to drive away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They didn’t perish by zombie attacks or die in the mutant rat swarm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Compared to those killed by zombies at the apocalypse’s onset, they were considered rather fortunate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Survival must continue as long as one hasn’t died.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They lived at a nearby safe base, which provided no food if they stayed within, so survival meant venturing out for food.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Women and children found it hardest to live safely within the secure base.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some people in the safe base eyed women and children, ready to sell them for crystal cores at opportune moments.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To protect them, the family stayed together whenever they went out searching for food.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The young father’s superpower wasn’t very strong, not even reaching First Rank Superpower User status.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a zombie-infested world, he had to protect his wife and child while scavenging for supplies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, the family only visited places already cleared by superpower user teams.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The few zombies left meant they could still find some food if they searched carefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These supplies weren’t sufficient to satiate but could barely sustain their survival.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Such a place was safe; he didn’t fear death but feared failing to protect his wife and child, unable to take them on dangerous excursions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Holding hands, the family of three once more ran toward the car.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little girl’s legs were short, making her slow, but she didn’t complain about tiredness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her fair face bore a seriousness beyond her years, with some gray smudges contrasting starkly with her pale skin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It didn’t seem messy; instead, it offered a little kitten vibe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The young father reached the car’s back door and opened it, intending to put the little girl inside first, only to see Captain Zhu sitting in the backseat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Captain Zhu?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The young father paused in surprise, a hint of astonishment flashing in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They followed Captain Zhu together out of S City, losing contact due to the mutant rat swarm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There had been no news of Captain Zhu in the apocalypse since.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Captain Zhu again was initially a joyful surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Captain Zhu helped them escape S City, virtually a lifesaver for them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wow――Uncle Zhu has come to see us!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little girl beamed brightly at Captain Zhu, reaching her little hand out to hug him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In her heart, Captain Zhu was a superhero like in cartoons, a great hero.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her dream was to see the superhero uncle again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unexpectedly, her wish came true.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Captain Zhu was momentarily puzzled by the smiling little girl.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He couldn’t recognize who this family of three was or confirm if they were truly from S City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The day he led S City’s people to safety seemed ages ago, so long that he barely remembered the way home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Xiao Xiao, don’t disturb Uncle Zhu.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The young father wore a gentle smile, pulling the little girl back to hold in his arms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes accidentally lingered where Captain Zhu’s feet rested.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From his angle, he couldn’t see Captain Zhu’s black-bloodied arm but noticed several drops of black blood dripping near his feet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly fallen from a wound.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They always took care of their car, the family’s sanctuary in the apocalypse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No matter how dirty they got, they never let the car interior bear any black blood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was their daughter’s only place to play carefree.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A jolt went through the young father’s heart, but he restrained himself and calmed down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Bad daddy! Xiao Xiao wants to stay with Uncle Zhu; he’s so amazing, more amazing than daddy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little girl pouted, looking displeased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The apocalypse had taught her to temper her behavior and act mature beyond her years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet, no matter how wistful, she remained quietly in her father’s warm embrace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Captain Zhu, please excuse us. Xiao Xiao idolizes you, so she’s a bit lively.\" The young father maintained his gentle smile, \"Where did you want to go? If you need it, you can have this car.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The young father appeared utterly sincere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He noticed something wrong yet could only remain composed.\u003C\u002Fp>",1217,"2026-06-06T03:09:16.805Z",1,"novelbin.me","79a8238a42812f8c4ff7716a48edce01aa7b2017cb9057d58ad9e05c977ed85a","rebirth-before-apocalypse-my-whole-family-are-bi-chapter-438","rebirth-before-apocalypse-my-whole-family-are-bi-chapter-436",514,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Frebirth-before-apocalypse-my-whole-family-are-bi-cover.jpg"]