Natural Disaster: I Started By Hoarding Tens Of Billions Of Supplies

Chapter 301: Grateful



In Long Yu's previous life, Gu Zhaoyan was an influential figure and the owner of one of the strongest bases. He was surprised to see him in such a sorry state now.

'What happened to him? How did he end up like this in this lifetime?'

Unaware of Long Yu's thoughts, Yao Ran felt a little bit of excitement to meet with Gu Zhaoyan.

She was grateful to meet the man who had indirectly provided her with billions when she needed money most. Without him purchasing the Yao Group and some of her fixed assets, she wouldn't have had enough funds to stockpile weapons, medicines, fuel, and the scientific products that cost billions.

With this in mind, Yao Ran stepped back outside and stood before Gu Zhaoyan. Smiling, she asked, "CEO Gu, do you want to go with us?"

Gu Zhaoyan showed no surprise when she invited him. He knew that He Yufan won't abandon him here.

He nodded and politely said, "It's my honor to receive an invitation from you, Miss Yao."

As Yao Ran invited Gu Zhaoyan in, a man among the survivors called out, "Miss, can't you let us stay for just one night?"

Yao Ran turned to him and asked coldly, "Why should I let you in? I don't know you, and I'm under no obligation to save your life. Who knows what you will do the moment I let you in."

The man was stunned into silence by her calm but piercing words.

Yao Ran gave the survivors a final glance before turning and walking back into the shelter. As the heavy door closed behind her, the survivors outside slumped to the ground, their faces blank with despair.

He Yufan and Li Chengjun exchanged glances, sadness evident in their eyes. They didn't know what Yao Ran had experienced during their separation to make her personality so different from the kind Eldest Young Lady they once knew.

Unaware of their thoughts, Yao Ran and her friends led their guests to the cleansing room. After disinfecting their bodies, Long Yu opened the door to the main hall.

As they stepped inside, Gu Zhaoyan, He Yufan, and Li Chengjun were taken aback by the spaciousness of the hall. Looking at the clean walls, Gu Zhaoyan curiously touched it with his fingers, and his eyes flickered with surprise.

"The walls are reinforced with anti-radiation metal and coated with anti-radiation paint.

Constructing a shelter like this would have cost a fortune. Did she use the money from selling the Yao Group to build this place?'

While he was deep in thought, Han Fengwen walked past the main hall after helping Deng Qiqi and Huang Zhihui in the hydroponic rooms.

Noticing the newcomers, he approached them and curiously asked, "Brother Long, who are they?"

"They are guests of Ran Ran." Long Yu replied.

Han Fengwen studied their tattered clothes and dirty appearances for a moment before smiling and said, "Brother Long, you all must not have had breakfast yet, right?"

"Let me take these gentlemen to the living area so they can freshen up. Mother and Aunty Sima made a lot of delicious food today. You should go ahead and eat first."

Feeling hungry, Long Yu, Yao Ran, and Huang Qian nodded in agreement.

Before leaving, Yao Ran turned to the others and said, "Assistant He, Lawyer Li, CEO Gu, we have prepared breakfast in the dining room. Feel free to join us once you are done."

Gu Zhaoyan nodded, "Thank you."

After the trio departed for the dining room, Han Fengwen smiled at them, "Uncle and brothers, please follow me."

As they walked, Han Fengwen introduced various areas of the shelter. Upon arriving at the living area, he pointed to the unmarked rooms.

"The rooms without nameplates are vacant. You can choose one and write your name on the small whiteboard hanging on the door so we know it's occupied." He explained.

The three men nodded, and then Han Fengwen added, "Also, please note that the water storage room, warehouses, and hydroponic rooms are restricted areas. If Brother Shi Xuan finds out that you go there without permission, not even Sister Yao Ran or Brother Long Yu can save you."

After ensuring they understood, he smiled, "I will leave you to settle in. I still have work to attend to, so I will take my leave first. Please enjoy your stay here."

With that, Han Fengwen headed off to the dining room.

Left to themselves, Gu Zhaoyan turned to He Yufan. He sincerely said, "Yufan, thank you for bringing me along." g."Nôv(el)B\\jnn

He Yufan shook his head at his words, "Uncle Gu, if not for you, Brother Chengjun and I wouldn't have survived the journey here."

Gu Zhaoyan patted his shoulder and sighed, "You were Uncle Yao's trusted assistant, groomed to support Yao Ran. Now that both Uncle Yao and Lingxiu are gone, I can only help you and Lingxiu's daughter."

Hearing what he said, He Yufan's expression stiffened for a split second before he regained composure. Standing beside him, Li Chengjun noticed but chose to remain silent.

Breaking the silence, Gu Zhaoyan said, "Let's not keep our hosts waiting too long. We should clean up and join them for breakfast."

"Alright." He Yufan and Li Chengjun calmly replied.

After choosing their bedrooms, the three of them went to the bathroom and took a shower for the first time after months. While they were cleaning up, Han Renqi brought them new summer clothes, including undergarments, before heading to the dining room himself. Fifteen minutes later, Gu Zhaoyan, He Yufan, and Li Chengjun entered the dining area. They were wearing new clothes and looked better than before.

Spotting them from afar, Yao Ran waved at He Yufan and said, "Assistant He, the food is at the food counter. Help yourselves to whatever you like. Cold drinks are in the fridge."

The three men exchanged looks before moving to the food counter.

Seeing the variety of dishes, He Yufan couldn't help but mutter, "It feels like life has returned to normal here."