Chapter 10, A New Day

Indeed, I have experiences that can prove my willpower to be exceptionally strong, such as practicing Taekwondo. The pain of stretching and the fatigue from sweating profusely are bearable, but what impresses me the most is my ability to resist the temptation of going out for delicious food, karaoke, and fun with my close friends after work, and instead, consistently report to the training hall on time. It is important to note that those who can truly persist are often students who have not yet engaged much in social life, while most working individuals cannot maintain this for long, and their numbers are few. I am among the few adults who have persisted in training to the level of black belt for six years.

When we entered the garage, there was a subtle sense that something was amiss, though we could not quite articulate it

Can you not be so oblivious to satisfaction? We are planning for my handsome son to grow up and take the civil service exam, you know that civil service jobs are quite desirable these days, right? The benefits are good and the job is stable. Honestly, it's frustrating!

When the living environment becomes harsh, an active personality will clearly have an advantage

The eerie fog has once again enveloped this city

Therefore, in all matters, I do not require others to supervise or remind me; I will proactively accomplish the tasks I intend to do.

If the sun comes out later, the fog will gradually dissipate, and then we can consider moving out

Passive individuals may find their chances of survival quite slim, as there will not always be someone to look after them. After all, in this world, it is already challenging to protect oneself.

That must be quite a comfortable life! When shall we pay a visit? My curiosity has been piqued; I really want to see what this boss is like and how he manages his employees from the comfort of his home

No one is competing with you to kill zombies, the sight of all that rotten flesh always makes me feel nauseous! Therefore, I only use a long knife! I touched the long knife on my back; my husband sharpened it quickly yesterday, and it will definitely be very effective today

Passive individuals are always prompted by others to take action; only then do they remember to do something. If they comply with what others ask them to do, they may be considered obedient, yet they remain passive. There are many instances where they refuse to do what you ask, showing a complete lack of cooperation. Such individuals are absolutely unsuitable as partners

Building 6, Unit 3, the large residential building in our community, both apartments on the 15th floor belong to him. I heard that one room is for him and his wife, while the other is for his two sons. Xiao Wang was unconvinced, stating that he usually does not gossip and is completely unaware of this.

"Haha, it's up to you. If you want to go, we can accompany you." Xiao Wang has been feeling much more relaxed these days, indicating that he has made an effort to move on from the pain of losing his wife

The sun has risen! The sunlight shines upon the earth, and the haze is gradually dissipating. The visibility outside has greatly improved

Unbeknownst to myself, what is even more terrifying is that I, who am accustomed to waking up naturally and usually get out of bed around nine in the morning, have set an alarm clock in order to collect vegetables on time. Often, I find myself getting up at three or four in the morning with bloodshot eyes, and I do not feel drowsy at all. To combat the hunger that comes from waking up in the middle of the night, I immediately brew a cup of coffee to drink down. This kind of spirit! As my mother would say, if I had this kind of drive during the college entrance examination, I could have gotten into any university!

This property management is truly impressive! When did they come to make repairs yesterday

"It depends on the position. My basic salary is just over 2,000 a month, can you believe it? With various allowances, it barely adds up to 4,000. The relationships in our office are incredibly complicated; every month we have to contribute to various events. If you miss contributing to anyone, it’s unacceptable. We also have to regularly offer gifts to our leader, or else he will make things difficult for us. Every day, I have to nod and bow, acting subservient, and the flattery has to be done eagerly. I’m completely fed up with it! But there’s no way around it; to be a big shot in our unit, you need connections, and I only have a shadow..." After finishing, Xiao Wang slammed the steering wheel in frustration.

Everyone is starting to prepare to set off for the auto parts city. Our community is not far from the auto parts city, just two stops away.

Do you know which building number his family lives in? I asked Xiao Wang curiously

However, in such chaotic times, his ability to mobilize employees and manage operations as usual truly earns my utmost admiration

Regarding willpower, I have reflected on myself. The time when I lost control the most was in the second half of 2009, when I became infatuated with the game of farming. I was almost obsessed, spending over ten hours a day in front of the computer instead of going to work, fixated on my small plot of land. I tirelessly stole vegetables from others, meticulously noting down the ripening times of their crops, and would go to steal them right on schedule, even competing with the owners. Looking back now, it is simply detestable!

There are generally two types of personalities in this world: proactive and passive

Everyone, now stop reading novels and take a moment to think: are you proactive or passive

I was quite surprised to hear this; it seems that if one is not a civil servant, one truly does not understand the pain of being a civil servant! Just thinking about the environment that Xiao Wang described makes my head ache. Although I am merely a small business owner without any superiors, as long as I manage my little business well, I do not have to deal with such complex interpersonal relationships. It is clear that I am indeed not suited for a position in a public institution

In fact, that state is a typical manifestation of weak willpower! Clearly engaging in meaningless activities, yet expending such great energy and enthusiasm is extremely foolish and laughable! It is a waste of time and life! Upon reflection, it truly is an incredibly boring action!

However, no matter how bizarre this world becomes, I will never allow myself to fall into that kind of despair. As long as there is even a second of survival opportunity, I will certainly reserve it for my family

So that's how it is! The mystery has finally been solved; the property owner was merely seeking self-preservation, nothing more! Hey! No wonder the room and the documents were burned so fiercely! It turns out the property owner was facing the difficulties alongside us! How could he not arrange everything properly? Safety is, of course, the top priority

I have heard that he has gone from being a small-time hoodlum to achieving great success, truly a remarkable accomplishment. Which man can boast such an achievement? His life has not been lived in vain. Alas, unlike me, who has always been a minor civil servant, living a mundane life! Yet, Xiao Wang still feels quite regretful!

However, now, hum hum, don't let me run into our leader on the street! If he were still alive, that would be fine, but if he has turned into a zombie, everyone better not fight me for him!" After saying this, Xiao Wang laughed heartily.

This boss is also a legendary figure, known in the community as Brother Liu. It is said that he has been married six times, yet each time he ensures that his ex-wives are well taken care of, leaving no room for resentment. I truly wonder how he manages to do that! Little Wang certainly knows quite a bit, which has piqued my curiosity even more

However, I would still like to thank him in person if given the opportunity

Why are there still titles from the underworld? Could it be that they were originally involved in organized crime

When the car reached the entrance of the garage, it became clear what was amiss: the main gate of the underground parking had been repaired! Although there was no one on duty in that small square room, a card still needed to be swiped for the door to open automatically

I have always felt that passive individuals possess very weak willpower; they do not understand the importance of perseverance, easily give up at the slightest challenge, and never strive to fight for their goals. Such a life is truly lamentable

I may be a typical proactive person. When I see something I want, I find a way to obtain it. As a child, if I liked a pair of sneakers, I would actively pursue them. As I grew older, if I had a crush on a boy, I would take the initiative to confess my feelings. Even if I faced rejection, I would not regret it. This personality trait is likely inherited from my mother, who often says: "Speaking up brings three parts benefit; even if you don't get it, you've still gained something." She is a quintessential proactive person. Even if I face rejection, I would not regret it. This personality trait is likely inherited from my mother, who often says: "Speaking up brings three parts benefit; even if you don't get it, you've still gained something." She is a quintessential proactive person.

Just as I was marveling, Xiao Wang, who was sitting in the same car with me, said: "What's so strange about this? Don't you know that the property owner and his entire family live in our community?"

The visibility is too low, so everyone held a meeting and decided to remain inactive, not going out today

The road was cluttered with numerous abandoned vehicles, forcing us to either squeeze through the gaps or simply charge onto the relatively spacious sidewalk. The number of private cars in Binhai City was not particularly high, and on the day of the zombie outbreak, being a Sunday, many organizations prohibited the private use of public transport. Additionally, the heavy smog that had settled in early that morning meant that many people chose not to drive unless absolutely necessary. Consequently, the streets were not overcrowded with vehicles; these cars were haphazardly left on the road, most of them empty. A few car owners had transformed into zombies, having lost their intelligence and unable to unbuckle their seatbelts, struggling helplessly in their seats. As we passed by, they clawed at the air, but were powerless to do anything. Occasionally, a zombie would stagger between the cars, but before it could notice us, we had already driven far away.

Daylight has arrived, but outside the window is a vast expanse of white, shrouded in smog again