HCB Chapter 56: Mutation - C14
Chapter 56: Mutation - C14
On the display screen, the countdown reflected a small red light. Anjiu was afraid that someone would notice it, so he covered it with a rag to block it.
Anjiu was not idle for the following time. She took out the things in the space and planned to rearrange them.
The cans do not need to be moved, and cannot be opened (for fear of spoiling). They should be kept as they are and not moved.
She unpacked all the toothbrushes, discarded the packaging, and put them into the plastic bag she found in the cupboard.
Then there was the porridge I packed this morning, which was surprisingly hot to the touch.
Anjiu was delighted, he stood up and cleaned the thermos bucket thoroughly, opened the lid of the porridge and poured all the porridge into the bucket. Although six bowls of porridge seemed like a lot, they actually only took up more than half of the capacity.
She touched the Orleans chicken drumstick she had bought earlier. She was supposed to have had it for dinner yesterday, but she didn't take it out because she wasn't hungry. Now, she decided to tear it into thin strips and mix it into the porridge. She would drink it as meat porridge later.
Chewing the crispy bones on his joints, Anjiu took out the disposable chopsticks from his packed lunch box and stirred the porridge and chicken. He then peeled four tea eggs and stuffed them in. Only then was the thermos bucket full - space was limited, so he had to find ways to save.
She stuffed the pickled mustard and toothbrush into the spaces between the cans, picked up a plastic porridge bowl, washed it in the sink, poured three unsealed boxes of blueberries into it, and sealed the lid.
There are 40 small buns in five baskets, which are packed separately according to different flavors. Anjiu does not plan to pack them together. He just tries to squeeze out the air in the bag, even if it is flattened.
There were three bags of big steamed buns on the ground, four in each bag. Together with yesterday's, there were now 15. After washing his hands with wine, Anjiu was not vague at all. He picked up one and pressed it in his palm until it was completely firm. Then he put them together in a bag and stacked it together with the steamed buns.
Next, she began to put things into the space. She placed the medical wipes relatively flat on the bottom layer and the insulated porridge bucket on top. The wipes were longer, so there was some space left. Anjiu stuffed two bags of milk powder in there, and the middle of the bag opening was just enough for a blueberry box.
Seeing that there was still space at the top, I put in the steamed buns, dumplings, and fried dough sticks that were tightly tied into a ball shape and wrapped in several layers of packaging bags.
There are still two pork elbows and smoked chicken on the ground. I picked them up and took a deep sniff through the packaging. The rich meaty aroma filled my nose, and I was in a good mood.
He took out a shopping bag with **Supermarket written on it from the cupboard, put the meat and the remaining eggs in it, tied it up and placed it in front of the medical wipes.
After this arrangement, the space that was once packed full was freed up with ten centimeters of space.
Anjiu didn't plan to put the sweatpants in. The skirt looked nice, but it was not convenient for running around. Looking at the pair of worn-out shoes in front of him that he had taken off before, Anjiu suspected that he had lost his mind when he put them into the space.
There was also a set of clothes distributed free of charge by the Beehive. It was dark in color and made of rough and wear-resistant fabric. More importantly, everyone was wearing this set of clothes. After thinking about it, Anjiu decided to take it back - the current clothes were new and too eye-catching.
The clothes that had been with her for a long time now smelled sour. I didn’t notice it at the time, and I don’t have to smell it now. Oh, by the way, she wasn’t that clean…
Anjiu's expression froze for a moment.
After realizing this problem, she began to feel itchy all over, and her hair was so hard that it hooked her hands. Thinking of being able to take a bath in the noble man's house, she couldn't wait a moment!
Anjiu lifted the rag and looked at the countdown. There was still half an hour left, plenty of time.
She picked up the dirty clothes, unscrewed the bottle of mineral water and took a few big gulps. She had drunk a bottle while climbing the stairs yesterday, and she thought this bottle would be enough for tonight. Then she went straight to the bathroom.
The bathroom was between the two bedrooms. When I opened the door, it was so dark inside that I couldn't see my hand in front of me. There was no light at all. However, Anjiu was not worried but happy. He stretched out his right hand to feel around the wall, touched the switch and pressed it without hesitation.
Soft white light poured down instantly, illuminating the bathroom of about four square meters.
Anjiu first looked around the wall and then curled her lips. Just as she thought, there was no ventilation window.
The water heater was still working and had enough capacity for her.
She found a washtub to soak her dirty clothes, locked the door, took off her clothes and took a shower.
Twenty minutes later, Anjiu emerged refreshed. She had never felt so light!
After spreading the wet clothes flat on the floor tiles in the living room near the window, Anjiu returned to the kitchen and unplugged the rice cooker before it started beeping.
After another two minutes, Anjiu opened the lid. A rich, hot aroma of rice rushed out, immediately arousing her appetite.
At this time, Anjiu found a problem - where should the rice be put? The inner pot could not fit into the space.
He opened the cupboard and found all kinds of bowls, pans, and utensils inside. However, Anjiu really didn't want to use a stranger's bowl. After thinking it over, he decided to wait until tomorrow to see the situation outside before making a decision.
She sat back on the sofa with her lunch box and enjoyed her dinner in the dark.
The hard days in the beehive made her realize the preciousness of food, and she ate every bite seriously.
Her stomach had become smaller, and she couldn't finish a box of food, but she couldn't bear to throw it away, so she covered it again and put it back in the space, ready to have breakfast tomorrow.
Since there were no curtains in the living room and the distance between the two buildings was not far, it was easy to be discovered from the opposite side. Anjiu walked into the bedroom as quickly as possible, but the curtains were also open.
Such a big thing happened in the community, and word of it spread quickly. During the day, many people would pass by here, look up at the window and sigh at the impermanence of life. But An Jiu knew that if he drew the curtains, it would be like telling everyone loudly - this is the home of a householder who has just died, and there is a big problem.
After much thought, Anjiu decided to sleep on the floor next to the bed, under the window, so that no one could see him.
He opened the cupboard and pulled out a thick blanket, folded it up and used it as a mattress, and also took out a pillow and a summer quilt. Even though he was just going to spend the night, Anjiu tried his best to sleep comfortably.
On the 48th floor where there are no entertainment facilities, the sun is the signal: when it sets, it is time to go to bed, and when it rises, it is time to start a day of work.
Drinking wine will help you develop a good habit of going to bed early and getting up early.
What's more, he was full and lying comfortably. He fell into a deep sleep almost as soon as he closed his eyes.
until--
Suddenly, there was the clattering sound of keys colliding in the entrance hall.
Someone is outside.
Anjiu sobered up instantly, sat up abruptly, and focused all his attention on his ears.
The sound of the keychain was too clear.
Who's outside the door?!
The owner has one key, the property management has one (now in her hands), who else has one?!
Who is so bold as to run into a home where someone has just died so late at night?
It can't be that... the owner of the household came back on his own...
A feeling of palpitations arose spontaneously, and An Jiu was frightened and broke out in a cold sweat. After taking several deep breaths, he forced himself to calm down.
No matter who it is, she has to go out and see——