Chapter 6, Chaos

In my mind, during several similar outbreaks, in order to survive, various ugly aspects of human nature erupted. It is not uncommon for rescuers to be ensnared and used as bait by those they are trying to save.

However, in Yang Xiaoyou's memory, the rescue team of the U.S. military suffered extremely heavy losses due to underestimating and misunderstanding the situation. Lacking heavy armored equipment on the ground, relying solely on over 3,000 foot soldiers and a few ground units equipped with M242 25mm automatic cannon multipurpose vehicles, they ultimately faced near-total annihilation

"Save me! Please, save me! Ah! No! I don't want to die! Oh, damn God..." One of the three, after dodging left and right, ultimately found himself surrounded by those slow-moving but ubiquitous corpses. As he looked around, he also spotted the ghostly figure of Yang Xiaoyou, crying out for help.

Since it is all an adventure, we might as well start now. Back then, searching for food took a considerable amount of time, and now heading directly to the target location may mean we won't encounter that fellow. Considering the severe situation ahead, the more resources we have for survival, the better.

There are still about 100 meters to go, sigh, what a hassle. Leaning against the corner between a toppled telephone booth and the wall, Yang Xiaoyou looked at her destination ahead, feeling a bit tense.

Only Yang Xiaoyou knows that if it were not for the garrison entering the city and attracting the attention of the majority of the corpses with gunfire, there would definitely be far more than this 'few' corpses left on the streets. Kapa City is a large metropolis with a very high population density, with a total population exceeding one million.

With a soft "whoosh," the arrow from the crossbow was released. At the moment the trigger was pulled, it felt as if all the blood in Yang Xiaoyou's body surged into her brain, and everything around her seemed to slow down in an instant

At this moment, perhaps it was impossible to endure this fear any longer, as another broken-down car pulled up, and this time three individuals emerged from it.

In order to eliminate them before the corpses react, one must immediately take action while shooting, and this aspect is also the greatest uncertainty in this operation

However, it is precisely because of the intense conflicts here that the resulting aftereffects have caused Yang Xiaoyou considerable distress

The entire street is currently filled with chaos and slaughter. In order to ensure minimal nutrient consumption, the movement speed of the corpses is usually quite slow. However, once they discover food that can replenish their nutrients, their burst of speed can be comparable to that of an adult jogging.

"How did I manage to escape back then? Was hunger really that terrifying?" Yang Xiaoyou racked her brain, trying to recall the situation at that time, but unfortunately, aside from the deeply ingrained feeling of hunger, there was little useful information in her fragmented memories

Am I just a glutton? Hmph, back then I managed to escape without any preparation at all, so there is no reason for me to be left here now. After taking a deep breath, Yang Xiaoyou calmed her emotions and quietly waited for her opportunity to act

It can be said that the greatest destruction on the streets is not caused by the corpses that are pursuing the few surviving individuals, but rather by the vehicles of humanity itself

By calculating the distance between the two locations in relation to surrounding obstacles and estimating one's own movement speed, it is possible to circumvent some obstacles; however, there are two corpses that are completely blocking the entrance, which cannot be avoided at all

As long as one is scratched, it can be declared Over, and since pure strength and endurance are superior, even though the reaction speed of a corpse is generally much slower than that of a normal person, an ordinary adult male, without firearms, can only use tools such as sticks and stones to deal with a single corpse, which is the limit. After all, this thing does not know fear or pain, and can only be dealt with by striking its head or the spinal nerves at the back of the neck with great force. Without firearms, using only tools such as sticks and stones to confront a single corpse is indeed the limit, as this entity is unaware of fear and pain, and can only be resolved by forcefully striking its head or the spinal nerves at the back of the neck.

In terms of overall combat capability and numbers, the U.S. military presence in Hawaii, consisting of one light infantry division and two Marine regiments, is undoubtedly the strongest, supported by more than twenty attack helicopters and dozens of utility helicopters, and it has the largest personnel count.

After the traffic collapse, various vehicles caused this catastrophic outcome. Due to the uncontrolled spread of infection, the number of corpses began to increase geometrically, delivering a fatal blow to this beautiful yet fragile city

With only these two corpses, Yang Xiaoyou was quite confident that after shooting one with the crossbow bolt, she could use the remaining spare steel arrow to skillfully pierce the other.

Taking advantage of the corpse's inattention to retreat at this moment may offer a certain probability of reaching the next destination, but the associated risks would undoubtedly be significantly greater

Driving in the city at such a time is nothing short of a suicidal act

After a complete traffic collapse, fearful and impatient drivers caused even more severe physical damage with their vehicles. For large cities, traffic operates as a cycle; any error in one link can lead to significant issues. At this moment, these problems influence each other like a chain reaction, thereby amplifying the effects invisibly.

Yang Xiaoyou paid no attention to the cries for help echoing in his ears; in his eyes, this person was already completely dead. Helping someone when one has the ability is an act of upholding justice, but attempting to save someone without the means, risking oneself in the process, is merely reckless enthusiasm. Moreover, Yang Xiaoyou did not believe that his sense of justice was particularly strong.

Therefore, firearms are relatively easy to discuss, as the opportunity to actually fire a gun is quite rare. However, it is best to obtain defensive items such as bulletproof vests and combat uniforms, which can effectively reduce bullet damage and injuries caused by being scratched by corpses.

However, at this moment, Yang Xiaoyou, who was quietly advancing towards the target area using vehicles, roadblocks, and benches as cover, understood in her heart that even if someone were fortunate enough to escape the encirclement before her, they would absolutely not be able to last long against such formidable opponents.

Having arrived, the street was only slightly calm for a few minutes. Just as the corpse was nearly devoured, Yang Xiaoyou suddenly emerged nimbly from behind the collapsed wall. Then, taking advantage of the nearby vehicles for cover, she swiftly and quietly moved towards the direction of the gun shop she had begun to identify.

The most crucial aspect is that they do not understand what endurance is; they merely follow their instincts. As long as food does not disappear from their sight, they will continue to chase until the energy within their bodies is exhausted

At this moment, they are not the law enforcement officers maintaining public order, nor the vulnerable women engaged in special endeavors, but rather dangerous beings that could launch a lethal strike at any time

For corpses, the ability to capture sound and smell is actually greater than that of vision. Their visual perception cannot be said to have degenerated, but their response to visual stimuli is somewhat similar to that of frogs, as they only exhibit predatory impulses towards moving objects, while simultaneously using their sense of smell to discern whether something is 'fresh'.

Creating some commotion elsewhere may also disrupt the original balance of the dead bodies here, and it could potentially worsen the situation

Unfortunately, in addition to these two, there are other corpses nearby. Although it is possible to avoid them as much as possible, any significant disturbance in this area will still attract their attention

Given that I have not yet practiced shooting professionally, it is quite challenging for me to accurately hit a target's head at a distance of approximately 10 meters while simultaneously moving explosively.

Those who are generally frightened and flee with all their might ultimately find it very difficult to escape the fate of being devoured by corpses

At the entrance, on top of a pile of bodies that are uncertain whether they belong to humans or corpses, there are still several dead bodies wandering about, not drawn away by the commotion from other areas and the books. They must have been attracted here by the initial chaos, and considering that so many remain after such a long time, one can imagine how many there were at the beginning.

It seemed to be a prearranged plan; as soon as the three of them emerged, they quickly ran off in three different directions. It was as if they understood that if they all gathered together, they would inevitably be caught. Only by dispersing and diverting the attention of these madmen could they hope to escape with their lives

At this time, apart from the extremely high-threat corpses, there should be three factions active in the vicinity with considerable combat capabilities. The first group consists of the 'cleaners' engaged in evidence destruction. The second group is the Hawaiian U.S. military stationed nearby, who come to provide rescue and conduct large-scale corpse cleanup when they sense something is amiss. The last faction is affiliated with a special department of the U.S. government, which stands in stark contrast to the 'cleaners' and is specifically tasked with collecting evidence and virus samples. The surface identity of the latter group should be employees of Blackwater Security.

As he witnessed a small commotion erupt, a man who had escaped from a vehicle that had been trapped was ultimately cornered and then gruesomely torn apart and devoured by a group of corpses. Yang Xiaoyou's grip on the handmade crossbow also began to turn pale.

At this moment, the once bustling street has undergone a dramatic transformation; the entire street is in chaos, with vehicles colliding into one another everywhere. Some cars are even emitting thick black smoke and sparks. The sporadic gunfire heard from a distance adds to the atmosphere of gunpowder.

"Hoo, hey, this can only be considered as facing a corpse head-on. I am destined to become the king of solo fighters." After a moment of self-encouragement, Yang Xiaoyou gradually managed to control his emotions, then slowly maneuvered around the other corpses using various obstacles, making his way towards the last two.

If only the hand crossbow could fire continuously. At this moment, Yang Xiaoyou was also complaining incessantly, but having such a handmade crossbow was already the greatest effort. As for continuous firing, that could only be a wishful thought, merely venting frustrations.

In the current city of Kappa, threats to one's life come not only from the corpses found at https://m.hetushu.com.com, but also from the mobs driven to extremes by fear, forcing other civilians to act as human shields and bait, as well as the 'cleaners' who were initially responsible for 'purging' but have now begun to eliminate evidence. If they are seen by these individuals, the latter will undoubtedly not hesitate to fire a shot at them.

Feeling the piercing screams and curses in her ears, along with the faint sounds of gnawing, Yang Xiaoyou, who was in motion, was completely drenched in sweat

Hiding most of his body behind the wall that had collapsed due to the accident, observing the chaos on the street, even Yang Xiaoyou, who was already mentally prepared, couldn't help but gasp in shock

Once a lightweight multipurpose vehicle is surrounded by a horde of corpses, it is likely to be forced to shut down due to power issues

If the crossbow bolt cannot accurately hit the target, even if it is just slightly off and does not strike the opponent's head, what awaits is a struggle with two corpses at the same time. Given my current physical condition and combat skills, even if the opponent does not notice me and I manage to launch a surprise attack, there is absolutely no chance of victory.

At this moment, the glass wall outside the gun shop was filled with bullet holes, indicating that there were quite a few individuals who shared the same objective as him. Although the United States is a country where civilians possess firearms, the number of people who carry them at all times is relatively low. Judging by this somewhat tragic exterior, it is evident that there must have been intense conflict here during the outbreak of chaos

Fortunately, being in the advantageous position, it seems that heaven has lent me a hand. Yang Xiaoyou, who had quickly retreated to a corner to take a brief rest while avoiding a body lingering by the vehicle, also let out a slight sigh of relief at this moment, though the strong smell of blood in his nose made him feel somewhat nauseous

A Black man dressed in a bloodstained police uniform, alongside a blonde white woman wearing revealing clothing with noticeable scratches on her shoulders

Although what Yang Xiaoyou sees at this moment is merely the chaos on this street, it is not difficult to infer that other places are likely in a similar state.

It will only continue to expand the unrest like a rolling snowball, but this indeed provides an opportunity for its own actions