Chapter 4: Stockpiling Abroad (Part 1)

The visa for going abroad was scheduled for next week. In the meantime, Shu Xin did not remain idle. She found a reputable real estate company and entrusted them with selling the properties she had organized for sale.

Her only request was speed—everything must be sold within six months at the latest. The price could be lower than the market value, but buyers must pay in full.

With so many prime-location properties up for sale, the real estate agents were more than happy to accept the deal. Their wide grins and enthusiastic assurances made it clear how much they stood to gain from the commissions. They patted their chests in promise, vowing not to let her down.

Knowing she would be abroad for more than a month, Shu Xin decided to use this time efficiently—she would renovate her properties.

However, she had no intention of hiring a domestic renovation team, not even from her own city. The modifications she planned were quite unusual and would likely leave a lasting impression on the workers.

To avoid trouble after the apocalypse, ensuring that no one who worked on her house could later come looking for her, Shu Xin opted to hire a foreign renovation team.

She reached out to a renowned German renovation company online. This company had previously worked for many top executives of major corporations, which reassured Shu Xin. No matter how bizarre her requests might seem, they likely wouldn’t be caught off guard.

She sent them photos of the two properties she planned to modify along with a list of requirements:

Replace all windows with bulletproof, explosion-resistant one-way glass.

Convert the underfloor heating system to allow fire-based heating.

Thicken the walls and install soundproofing.

Install triple-layered doors—the first two layers should appear no different from standard high-security doors, but the third should be a bank vault-grade security door.

The first two doors were merely for show; the third was the real defense. There were over a dozen other specifications, all neatly listed and sent to the company.

The company reviewed her requests and confirmed that they could fulfill them, but due to the need to import materials from Germany, the costs would be higher.

Shu Wealthy Heiress Xin simply scoffed at the concern. Money? That was no issue. If money could solve a problem, then it wasn’t a real problem. She assured them that as long as they used the best materials and her inspection met satisfaction, she would even provide a generous bonus. The company readily agreed, scheduling their arrival for the day before she left the country.

The two properties were in a newly developed high-end community. Most of the residents were upper-class professionals, but many had yet to move in as they were still in the renovation phase. Since renovation teams and material delivery trucks were coming and going frequently, Shu Xin’s foreign team did not attract much attention.

She had already scoped out the area beforehand and found that this was the perfect timing—blending in with the crowd was the smartest way to avoid unwanted scrutiny.

After handing over the keys to the renovation team’s supervisor, Shu Xin embarked on her journey abroad to stockpile supplies.

Her first destination was Country M. In this land of personal freedom, stockpiling was far easier than in her homeland—so long as she wasn’t committing crimes, no one would interfere with what she did.

However, she did not rush into bulk buying blindly. Her understanding of Country M’s market was limited, and without proper knowledge, she risked getting scammed or struggling to find reliable suppliers.

After several days of research, she began her stockpiling operation. She rented five large warehouses and two massive refrigerated storage units. Then, she contacted the suppliers she had carefully selected over the past few days, detailing her orders and arranging for deliveries.

She bought everything in bulk:

Salt, sugar, high-gluten flour, medium-gluten flour, low-gluten flour, gluten-free flour, various grains, meats, and eggs—purchased by the ton.

Sanitary pads, adult diapers, towels, bath towels, wet wipes, toilet paper, hygiene kits, and high-quality bedding sets—all in tens of thousands of boxes.

Various ready-to-eat foods, including different flavors of pizza, burgers, reindeer sausages, stew, and sandwiches.

Beverages—especially her beloved carbonated drinks like cola and Sprite, which she bought at double the quantity compared to other drinks.

She also stocked up on Country M’s specialty goods: abalone, premium dairy products, cranberries, American ginseng, Napa Valley wines, coffee beans, and even rare aquatic species exclusive to the region. Not only did she hoard these items, but she also bought their seeds and seedlings to cultivate in the second level of her space.

Even though she knew she couldn’t consume all of it, that wasn’t an issue. These items would be valuable commodities in the post-apocalypse. Whatever she didn’t use, she could trade for zombie crystals.

High-end skincare and cosmetics, which were exorbitantly priced in her home country, were much cheaper in Country M—about 50-70% of the domestic price. As a beauty-loving young lady, Shu Xin couldn’t pass up the opportunity. She stocked up on thousands of sets, prioritizing brands she frequently used.

For transportation in the apocalypse, she needed reliable vehicles. At an auto exhibition, she set her sights on an off-road vehicle and a motorhome—both manufactured in Country D, which happened to be one of her next destinations.

She immediately contacted the manufacturers, placing an order for 20 Knight XV armored SUVs and 10 Nomadism Navigator F motorhomes. Given the harsh post-apocalyptic conditions—bad roads, potential zombie attacks—she requested that all 30 vehicles be equipped with the highest-grade bulletproof glass. Delivery was scheduled for a month later, with 30% of the payment made upfront.

Upon receiving the deposit, the manufacturer realized she was a serious buyer and became exceedingly accommodating.

The purchase cost nearly 500 million yuan, but Shu Xin didn’t feel the pinch. With a net worth in the billions, this was a small price to pay for survival in the apocalypse.

Country M, known for its high rate of private gun ownership, had firearms markets comparable to grocery stores. Guns were displayed like fresh produce—buyers could haggle, compare options, and even attend gun expos.

Unfortunately, open markets weren’t what Shu Xin was after. However, she wasn’t reckless enough to venture into the black market alone like some novel heroines. She had no illusions about being a fearless warrior—attempting such a thing would only result in her getting killed and dumped in the wilderness.

For hot weapons, she could only sigh in envy.

After a week in Country M, Shu Xin also ordered large water tanks equipped with faucets. Under the cover of night, she filled them up at a local reservoir. Additionally, she purchased insulated water tanks for storing hot water—essential for survival during extreme cold.

She bought solar panels, generators, power banks, inflatable boats, rubber rafts, ice skates, survival gear, medicines, and high-quality outdoor clothing such as windbreakers, sportswear, and down jackets in every size.

Coal briquettes, gas canisters, natural gas, and coal—these consumable energy sources were stockpiled in even greater quantities.

With her supplies in place, she prepared for the next phase of her journey.