Mental Protector in the Apocalypse - Chapter 6.1

Stupid is…

She was too complacent about being any more laid-back. Astonishingly, she was not prepared for the potential of a zombie apocalypse. It would have been prudent to have obtained a suitable weapon before this point. This is the consequence of presuming one can accurately predict the future. It should have been considered that the narrative could have been altered due to the nation’s inclusion as a factor.

It is perplexing why the individual who arrived at midnight emerged when the transition from day two to day three was apparent. Regardless, this was an excessive amount.

A single day may not appear significant, yet the contrast here was too great. Providing players with adequate preparation time is essential when playing an overnight game. Especially when their lives are at stake, giving them ample chances and experiences is necessary to gain the skills to endure from the start and then progress to a more advanced level of difficulty. However, introducing a formidable adversary to a novice who is unable even to take a single step is hardly a fair difficulty balance. If this is how it will continue to be, She dreads to think of how difficult the next stage will be…

‘Oh dear, I am not certain I will be able to pass this stage.’

“….”

The circumstances were so dire that she lacked the impetus to take action.

She observed him as he remained in the depths of the water. Finding his figure in the darkness was challenging, but she was aware of his suffering. Many emotions, such as guilt, frustration, fear, and desolation, overwhelmed her. She suppressed the feelings that she attempted to escape and averted her gaze, slumping beside the couch. She leaned against it, clasping her legs together and lowering her head. She was terrified. Extremely frightened. Would he pass away?

She fervently desired that none of this were true.

She had been perturbed by his tendency to become alarmed by trivial matters. She expressed her discontent when he acted foolishly. Consequently, she was remorseful for her conduct toward him.

Upon experiencing the situation first-hand, she realized that it was entirely understandable. To expect a person to remain composed when confronted with flesh-eating zombies was a foolish notion. Only when one is in the situation can one truly comprehend its gravity.

She finds it remarkable that she is considering this situation at present; she is sure that it will be the end of her.

With her eyes shut, she chuckled in despair over her situation.

***

In due course, the darkness dissipated, and the sun ascended. She gradually raised her head to the luminous light beaming through the window.

He was alive.

She had endured the darkness. The period of being on edge and hearing the zombies outside had ended. She stood up slowly and went to the window. Carefully, she put her hand on the window and viewed the surrounding area as it brightened. The darkness dissipated, and a bright light shone through the world.

“Ha….”

She exhaled a sigh of relief as she stepped away from the window, and the darkness illuminated the room. It was a tastefully adorned area, with a table and miniature fridge beside a comfortable-looking couch and various cushions. One wall was filled with board games and literature, and the other was decorated with an aesthetically pleasing bulletin board.

Thus, this is the designated counseling chamber.

Upon viewing the pristine area, he seemed to relax slightly. Taking a few deep breaths, Han Ji-Ah advanced toward him and evaluated his condition. Blood was present at the corner of his lips, causing her to be concerned about potential internal harm. She carefully raised his clothing and noticed that the blood had solidified due to the numerous bruises and lacerations. This was an upsetting sight to behold, and she frowned in response.

“It appears you have sustained a large bruise on your abdomen.”

She was perplexed. While she could treat the external injuries with medication, she could not address the issue internally. She delicately caressed Do-Yoon’s abdomen, lightly pushing on the affected area, and he winced and groaned. She was at a loss as to what course of action to take. This situation appears to be dire.

It seemed prudent to take him to the hospital. However, Han Ji-Ah was unable to do so at this time.

She is faced with the dilemma of what course of action she should take. Leaving Do-Yoon behind would be a difficult decision. However, she cannot deny that she is responsible for his current state.

Despite her attempts to be practical and acknowledge that she was not providing sustenance, he had to survive.

After carefully considering the situation, she concluded that she could not abandon him. The guilt of his potential death would be too much for her to bear if she did.

She searched for a first aid kit as a precautionary measure. However, there was none present. This may be due to the proximity of the health center. However, it is not nearby. It is possible that an emergency could arise, but it is too much of a risk.