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As a trainer, dealing with dogs was as easy as pie, and Huo Yishen was willing to be tolerant.

Jiang Ning couldn’t help but laugh, got up to call the dog home, “Coke, let’s go.”

At the door, the dog still turned back to intimidate the trainer.

Huo Yishen, who was repeatedly threatened by the dog, “…”

The shift changes in 1803, the three of them carried their bedding home, and the 18th floor became lively again.

Jiang Ning sent 30 catties of cold-resistant potatoes over.

The three of them, who were financially comfortable, didn’t take advantage for nothing. Zheng Weili brought back 10 catties of dog food, “Anning, shall we have meat tomorrow?”

Jiang Ning didn’t dare to say they could eat meat every meal; there was a balance between meat and vegetables, but this couldn’t be said.

“Sure, what do you want to eat?”

“Anything is fine, as long as it’s oily enough.”

Zhang Chao brought back several frozen sausages, intending to let Brother Shen cook.

Huo Yishen unexpectedly said, “Tomorrow, Anning and I will treat you to dinner.”

Zheng Weili was surprised, but Lu Yu reacted quickly, laughing slyly, “Great, been looking forward to this meal for a long time.”

After saying that, he gave a meaningful gaze. His eyes wandered over the two of them.

Jiang Ning frowned, sensing that his thoughts were not pure.

It’s fine to treat them now… Besides, they’ve been getting along well; it’s better than being found out and having to confess later.

As for the future, who knows what will happen, just take one step at a time.

Just as she was about to leave, Lu Yu made an excuse to let her stay, 1803 saw Huo Yishen off and closed the door. “How far have you gone?”

Jiang Ning was speechless. Did he think everyone was as casual as him?

Zheng Weili kicked him.

“Wife.” Lu Yu hugged his wife tightly.

Zheng Weili complained about his clinginess, “Anning, your taste is a hundred times better than mine.”

As a friend, she sincerely wished Jiang Ning well. This time, she hadn’t misjudged. It was a great catch and a powerful partner.

“Wife, you’re belittling me.”

“You’re right, I misjudged you back then.”

They started bickering again, and Jiang Ning ran away faster than a dog.

Unable to escape, Zhang Chao, who couldn’t avoid it, “…”

So, what unforgivable mistake did he actually make?

The next day, the gathering began: braised spare ribs with cold-resistant potatoes, stewed pig’s feet with frozen peanuts, and stir-fried cabbage with sausage.

The relationship between the two was finally revealed, and 1803 no longer had to pretend.

Lu Yu raised his glass and said, “Here’s to Anning’s smooth relationship and to Brother Shen for bringing the beauty home soon.”

Zhang Chao drank a few more glasses, feeling tipsy, “Brother Shen, you have a good eye. Anning is the best at making money, fighting, and living in our orphanage. Don’t be fooled by her cold exterior, she has a kind heart. You have to treat her well. If you ever let her down, Lu Yu and I will never let you off.”

Huo Yishen nodded, “Anning is great. I’m fortunate to have met her in this lifetime.”

Jiang Ning nudged him secretly.

Don’t show off. They say showing too much affection will kill you quickly.

Huo Yishen smiled and put a piece of pig’s trotter in her bowl.

A black dog face immediately leaned over.

Huo Yishen was good at handling things, so he gave it two pieces.

After staring for more than a month and seeing that everything remained the same and the poop scooper didn’t reject it, the dog gradually let down its guard. It no longer stared at the trainer but switched to random inspections and tracking from time to time.

Occasionally, it played with Doudou and took her to see its rabbits.

The temperature finally stopped at minus 72 degrees Celsius, and it didn’t drop for a week.

As the potato harvest approached, Jiang Ning went outside to sell them.

“Huo Yishen wanted to accompany her, but she refused. It was so cold outside that his eyebrows were frozen. Some people even fell down while walking and never had the chance to get up again.”

As for Jiang Ning, she wore temperature-controlled and polar cold-proof clothing, but even with that, she still felt cold. She made sure to stick warmers all over her body, wore windproof goggles, and wrapped herself in several layers of scarves.

Selling them individually was too risky, so she went directly to Sharp-Mouthed Monkey.

They were really dedicated; even at minus 72 degrees Celsius, they didn’t forget to engage in speculation.

“Sister, you’re amazing. You even managed to get so many cold-resistant potatoes.”

“Can’t help it, I have connections.”

1000 catties of potatoes, in exchange for 6 sets of oil-proof, waterproof, acid and alkali-resistant protective suits, fully enclosed with oxygen cylinders, and another 6 pairs of acid and alkali-resistant rain boots.

Huo Yishen had some, but he only had two sets, just in case they needed more.

“Sis, we don’t have the goods on hand, but we can help you inquire.”

The weather was too cold, so Jiang Ning went into the department store to wait.

Unable to bear the cold, she took advantage of a bathroom break to warm up in the space.

Time in the space couldn’t be wasted, so she brought out some rice and cooked several dishes to stockpile.

After about three hours, Jiang Ning arrived at the agreed location, and Sharp-Mouthed Monkey arrived as promised, panting, “Sister, I found it. The items are well protected and not frozen, but the other party is only willing to offer 3 sets of protective suits and 6 pairs of rain boots. I think it’s not very cost-effective. Should we exchange it for something else?”

No, even if there are only 3 sets, it’s still extremely cost-effective.

This is the advantage of collecting supplies at off-peak times. If real acid rain comes, it won’t be a problem that 1000 catties of potatoes can solve; it will be a matter of life and death.

Besides, she wanted the highest level of protection.

“We’ll take it.”

Sharp-Mouthed Monkey was surprised. When has she ever made a loss in business? Why was she acting so confused this time?

Forget it, he could still make a profit from the middle.

After going back to get the goods, they arranged to meet at a remote office building.

Jiang Ning arrived early, making sure there was no surveillance around before entering the office building.

Standing high and looking far, after more than an hour, she saw Sharp-Mouthed Monkey carrying a big sack over. She then took the potatoes out of the space.

1000 catties, several big bags.

The protective suits were brand new, wrapped in layers of white insulation film, and looked of very good quality. The rain boots were the same, which pleased Jiang Ning.

After inspecting the goods, Jiang Ning left with them.

“Sister, do you still need more goods?”

“Yes.” Jiang Ning thought for a moment. “I want gas masks and oxygen cylinders.”

“No problem, I’ll keep an eye out for you.”

Back at Jinrong Community, Huo Yishen was walking with Doudou and Coke downstairs.

Seeing the poop officer, the dog immediately went into overdrive mode, rushing over like a small cannonball and jumping onto Jiang Ning.

Huo Yishen came over. “Feeling cold?”

With the bone-chilling cold, even with thermal clothing. It made her shiver uncontrollably. She really didn’t know how those survivors had endured.

Huo Yishen took out a hot water bottle from his military coat. “There’s a charcoal fire upstairs.”

Holding the hot water bottle, Jiang Ning shrank her neck and walked upstairs. “Have you been waiting long?”

“Not really, we just came down.”

Believing him would be strange. Doudou had chased the dog around in circles and was panting non-stop.

Doudou was very spirited. “Big sis, I’m not cold.”

Yes, she had been toughened up by Huo Yishen, practicing boxing, crossbow shooting, and holding knives or guns in standard positions. With her cute face, she was a versatile little sister.

Opening the door of 1801, warm air rushed out.

At that moment, she suddenly felt a bit of happiness.

Huo Yishen poured her a cup of hot water, which made her feel much more comfortable after drinking it.

After resting for a while, Jiang Ning went into the master bedroom and took out the protective suits and rain boots.

Huo Yishen inspected them carefully and performed acid and alkali liquid tests. “There’s no problem.”

Having dealt with Sharp-Mouthed Monkey’s group quite a bit, they really could withstand scrutiny.

Jiang Ning looked at him with newfound respect. “They’ve reserved the next batch of potatoes. I asked for gas masks and oxygen cylinders.”

Huo Yishen had no objections. “These supplies will be hard to come by in the future. Now is the best time for exchanges.”

“What about Coke today?”

“He’s okay, not as rebellious towards me as before.”

It was rare for the dog to change its attitude. It seemed that it still had some tricks up its sleeve.

“What about you?” Huo Yishen closed the door, and the master bedroom was instantly plunged into darkness.

Jiang Ning suddenly became alert. “What are you doing?”