Anime Crossover: Post-Apocalyptic Survival, My Stand is the World

Inside, a light shimmered, a light called "the thirst for knowledge".

It's like a top-tier creator finally discovering the most perfect, yet most lethal, "material" that surpasses the limits of her imagination.

Chapter Eleven: The Value of Geniuses

Late at night, inside the gymnasium.

The campfire flickered, casting shimmering light on Kasumigaoka Utaha's stunning profile.

Her eyes gleamed with an almost fanatical light.

"Let me see it again."

Her voice was soft, yet it carried an undeniable persistence.

Su Chen chuckled inwardly as he looked at her.

As expected of Ms. Xia Shizi, she hasn't changed at all in that she can't resist "top-notch material".

However, he had no intention of satisfying the other party's curiosity so easily.

He slowly brought the thermos to his lips, blew on it to cool it down, his movements just like an old man sunbathing in a park.

"Kasumigaoka-senpai."

"Ok?"

"Did you know that 'curiosity' sometimes comes at a price?"

Su Chen turned his head, his dark pupils, illuminated by the firelight, resembled two bottomless obsidian stones, carrying a hint of amusement.

"That's my biggest secret, and the foundation upon which we make our living in this godforsaken place."

"Tell me... what do you intend to use in exchange for the 'qualification' to view this secret?"

"I……"

Kasumigaoka Utaha was speechless for a moment.

For the first time, her brain, which was comparable to a supercomputer, showed signs of crashing.

exchange?

What will be exchanged?

She subconsciously examined herself.

Beauty? Figure? Or the fame and fortune brought by being a bestselling author?

In this godforsaken place, are these things even worth anything?

Seeing her adorable expression, filled with immense confusion and even self-doubt, Su Chen's smile widened.

To deal with a hedgehog covered in quills, you have to use the most swift and decisive method to remove all of its quills at once.

"Okay, I won't tease you anymore."

After cornering the other party, Su Chen then relented at just the right moment.

He's a master of the "slap and then candy" tactic.

"You can watch it if you want, but not now."

"I'll consider it when you've proven your 'worth'."

“Value?” Kasumigaoka Utaha keenly grasped this key word.

"That's right, value."

Su Chen stood up, clapped his hands, and drew everyone's attention.

"Everyone, let's have a short meeting."

……

Five minutes later, in a corner of the stadium.

The core members of the team gathered together for the first time around a simple conference table made up of several jumping boxes.

Su Chen, Yukino Yukinoshita, Utaha Kasumigaoka, Yui Yuigahama, and Eriri, who insisted on participating despite having bandages wrapped around her feet.

This was the first formal intelligence meeting for their survivor squad.

"First, we need to establish a short-term goal."

Su Chen got straight to the point, without uttering a single unnecessary word.

He simply spread out a map of Chiba City that he had found in the office on the table.

"We're currently at Zongwu High. If we use our food and water sparingly, we can last for at most a week. After a week, we'll have to start thinking about whether to eat grass or dirt."

"Therefore, sitting and waiting for death is a dead end. We must take the initiative to find more supplies and safer strongholds."

His calm and powerful voice instantly set a serious tone for the meeting.

Yukino Yukinoshita nodded, agreeing with his assessment.

Su Chen's finger slowly swept across the map, finally landing on a location in the city center.

"This is Chiba City Television Station."

“If I remember correctly, television station buildings are usually equipped with emergency power supply systems and backup communication equipment. If we can take over there, we can not only solve the energy problem, but also possibly find a way to communicate with the outside world.”

These words brought a glimmer of hope to the eyes of the girls present.

External liaison!

This means that they might still be able to contact their families!

“But… the TV station is in the city center.” Yukino Yukinoshita’s rationality quickly made her realize the problem. “That’s the most densely populated area, and probably has the most monsters. There are only five of us now. Isn’t it too risky to go there?”

“So, we need intelligence.” Su Chen looked at Kasumigaoka Utaha. “Senior, tell me everything you observed today about those monsters. Let me see your ‘value’.”

Kasumigaoka Utaha, whose name was called, was slightly taken aback, then straightened her back.

Is this... a test for her?

She cleared her throat and began to recount her twelve hours of observation and analysis.

"The monsters I've observed are mainly of two types."

"The first type is the kind you often see on campus, which I'll call the [Black Mud Monster] for now. They move slowly, have no fixed form, and attack by 'devouring'. Their weakness seems to be their fear of strong light and high temperatures."

"The second type is the one we encountered, which has no physical form and can pass through walls. I call it the 'Shadow Monster.' It seems to be more intelligent, knowing how to lurk and ambush, and... it seems to be attracted to strong 'negative emotions.'"

Utaha paused, recalling the scene where Eriri broke down due to fear.

"Eri's emotional breakdown at the time seemed to have accelerated its appearance. Therefore, I have a bold hypothesis—the birth and actions of these monsters may be directly related to human emotions, especially negative emotions such as fear and despair."

This precise and insightful analysis made everyone present look at this sharp-tongued senior with new respect.

Even Eriri, who had always been at odds with her, had to admit that this girl's mind was indeed frighteningly sharp.

"Excellent analysis," Su Chen gave a positive evaluation.

Then, he turned his gaze to the blonde twin tails.

"Yinglili."

"Huh? Yes!" Eriri jumped up in surprise.

“Draw those two monsters she mentioned, based on my additional descriptions. The requirement is that anyone who has never seen them before should be able to recognize them immediately upon seeing your drawing. If the drawing is not good, dinner will be confiscated.”

"No...no problem!"

Eriri instantly gains confidence whenever drawing is mentioned.

She picked up a drawing board and pencil, and with the addition of key information about Su Chen such as "two meters tall," "core in the chest," and "no fixed shape," the paintbrush in her hand seemed to come alive, dancing rapidly on the paper.

Just a few minutes later, two lifelike and imposing monster illustrations appeared before everyone.

The Black Mud Monster and the Shadow Monster in the painting are not only accurately depicted in form, but their eerie and ominous aura is also perfectly expressed through shadows and lines.

"Well done. Add a chicken leg to dinner." Su Chen nodded again.

An analysis of Kasumigaoka Utaha, and the reappearance of Eriri.

The "value" of geniuses was most directly demonstrated at this moment.

Yukino Yukinoshita watched all this, a complex light flashing in her icy blue eyes.

She silently copied Shiyu's analysis and Eriri's illustrations into her notebook.

Then, based on this new intelligence, she picked up a pen and re-planned a relatively safe route to the TV station on the map, avoiding all large shopping malls, hospitals, and other places where "negative emotions" might gather.

A temporary yet near-perfect action plan was quickly formed through the concerted efforts of three genius girls and a "prophet".

"very good."

Su Chen looked at the map, which embodied the wisdom of everyone, and smiled with satisfaction.

"Therefore, I hereby announce that the 'TV Station Material Collection Operation' will officially begin first thing tomorrow morning."

However, his next words instantly shattered the previously harmonious atmosphere, sending it to a freezing point.

"The team for this operation consists of four people. Me, Yukino Yukinoshita, Utaha Kasumigaoka, and... Yui Yuigahama."

"what?!"

"What about me?!" Eriri was the first to jump up.

Yukino Yukinoshita immediately objected: "Su Chen-kun! Yui-san has no combat or reconnaissance abilities. Letting her go will only increase unnecessary risks! Besides, although Eriri-san has an injured leg, she has at least seen monsters before and has a stronger mental fortitude!"

"My decision is final."

Su Chen's tone once again became unquestionable.

He looked at Eriri, who was clearly defiant, and calmly said, "Your mission is to stay behind. Your drawing is crucial for us to build the monster database. This is the most important work in the rear, and only you can complete it. Be good."

Then, he looked at Yui, whose face was filled with worry and self-blame, and softened his tone.

"As for you, Yuihama-san, we need a 'moisturizer team'."

"Huh? The atmosphere... group?"

“That’s right.” Su Chen’s gaze became meaningful. “Sometimes, a team needs more than just sharp blades and clever minds.”

He paused, then muttered something softly in a voice only he could hear.

"We need another 'dumpling' to serve as the 'soul' of the team."

Chapter Twelve: Departure! Target: Television Station!

early morning.

The first ray of sunlight pierced through the broken windows of the stadium, illuminating the dust particles dancing in the air.

Su Chen had finished his night of cultivation and was full of energy, his mental state was not like that of someone who had stayed up all night in the apocalypse.

In contrast, the girls, except for Kasumigaoka Utaha who was also secretly meditating and adjusting her breathing, all had faint dark circles under their eyes.

Especially Yukino Yukinoshita, she barely slept all night, spending all her time perfecting that action map.

"Are you all ready?"

Su Chen's voice snapped everyone out of their daze.

Yukino Yukinoshita, Utaha Kasumigaoka, and Yui Yuigahama had already put on simple backpacks containing water and compressed biscuits.

"Give."

Su Chen pulled out a red fire axe from somewhere and handed it to Yui Yuigahama, who was the most nervous.

"Huh? For...for me?" Yui took it in a flustered manner. The heavy axe made her stumble and almost lose her balance.

"Take it for self-defense." Su Chen's tone was very calm. "Although you probably won't have the chance to use it, having a weapon in your hand will at least give you some peace of mind."

These seemingly ordinary words warmed Yui's heart.

So, he chose me not just to be part of the "atmosphere-setting team," but also to take care of my feelings?

She nodded vigorously, gripping the axe handle tightly with both hands: "Yes! I'll try my best not to hold anyone back!"

Su Chen then looked at the other two.