Chapter 449: Protecting Each Other With Their Lives

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Mu Jingzhe tried knocking things around. Other than some dust, she couldnt see anything.

Is anyone there? Help!

Mu Jingzhe tried to shout twice, but her voice was m.u.f.fled and couldnt be heard at all. Based on this, Mu Jingzhe deduced that they were buried quite deeply, and it was difficult for their voices to be heard outside.

Mu Jingzhe immediately gave up shouting for help to conserve her strength, but her shout woke Ji Buw.a.n.g up.

Jingzhe.

Ji Buw.a.n.g, youre awake. How do you feel? Are you in pain?

My head hurts a little. Im fine. Are you alright? Are you hurt anywhere?

Im fine, Ji Buw.a.n.g. Were trapped.

I know. Ji Buw.a.n.g really regretted this visit at that moment. He shouldnt have brought Jingzhe there. If he hadnt brought her, they wouldnt have experienced an earthquake. There definitely wouldnt have been an earthquake in his hometown.

It was all his fault for being too reluctant to be apart from Jingzhe and thus bringing her there and putting her in danger.

It was too late for regrets now. He could only think of ways to bring her back home safely. Ji Buw.a.n.g pulled himself together and asked questions about the situation.

Mu Jingzhe told him what she had discovered. Im just afraid that there will be aftershocks. We have to find something st.u.r.dier to support this place.

Where they were now, they could sit up.

Ji Buw.a.n.g did as he was told. Alright, let me take a look. As he spoke, something in his hand glowed. Mu Jingzhes eyes lit up. The pager! Why are you holding this? Quick, lets ask for help!

It didnt feel good to be in the darkness. Upon seeing the light, Mu Jingzhe almost burst into tears of joy.

I grabbed it while running. Ji Buw.a.n.gs eyes darkened. Theres no signal. I can only use it as a tool to light up the place.

The hope in Mu Jingzhes eyes was snuffed out. Thats right. After an earthquake, electricity and communications were basically cut off. It was like that in modern times too, let alone now.

Its fine. Its good enough that we can use it as a flashlight. It will be better if we have light. Mu Jingzhe comforted him and realized there was something else in his hand. Youre still holding the fan.

I probably held on to it while falling asleep, so Ji Buw.a.n.g found joy in his misery. If you get hot later, Ill fan you again.

Why would I need you to fan me at a time like this? Mu Jingzhe frowned. I wonder what grade the earthquake was. It was so scary. She felt that the magnitude of the earthquake wouldnt be low.

I dont know, but its fine. While Im around, Ill make sure youre safe. I promised the kids that I would bring you back safely. Not even a single hair on your body will be missing.

Ji Buw.a.n.g carefully wiped the dust off Mu Jingzhes face.

Ive already lost some of the hair on my body. Lets not talk about this. Dont be so silly that you only try to protect me later. Lets make things clear now. Protect yourself first and hug your head as quickly as possible. I can protect myself. Dont just focus on protecting me and expose your head to danger.

Got it. Ji Buw.a.n.g agreed obediently.

Alright, then our priority now is to get through this together.

Under the faint light of the pager, Mu Jingzhe and Ji Buw.a.n.g cleaned up the gravel around them and expanded their activity s.p.a.ce. They also wanted to find some bricks to strengthen the support of the place.

However, shortly after they started cleaning up, they suddenly felt dizzy. A familiar feeling attacked them againit was an aftershock.

Jingzhe. Ji Buw.a.n.g protected her once more. Mu Jingzhe was stepping on the gravel, and this move wiped out everything.

Why did you only remember to protect me? I told you to protect yourself. Mu Jingzhe was furious.

I know, I was wrong. Ill protect myself now. Ji Buw.a.n.g obediently protected his head. Just as Mu Jingzhe heaved a sigh of relief, she felt another tremor. A second later, she heard a crack. The table supporting the closet actually broke.

Seeing that the closet was about to crash down on them, Mu Jingzhe quickly reached out to support it. In an instant, Mu Jingzhes hands cracked as an unprecedented weight pressed down on her.

Mu Jingzhe was almost crushed. Fortunately, she managed to hold on in the end.

Jingzhe! Ji Buw.a.n.g shouted.

Mu Jingzhe also heard a m.u.f.fled groan. Ji Buw.a.n.g, whats wrong with you?

Im fine. Ji Buw.a.n.gs voice was heard. Without the light of the pager, she couldnt see Ji Buw.a.n.g, but his voice was still calm. Jingzhe, are you holding up the closet?

Mm, the quality of this closet is quite good. I can hold on. We wont die. Mu Jingzhe tried her best to be calm, but a second later, the pager lit up. Mu Jingzhes expression, which was tense from exerting too much force, was instantly revealed.

Dont look at me. I dont look good right now. Mu Jingzhe closed her eyes and tried her best to revert to her usual expression.

Ji Buw.a.n.g felt very upset when he heard that. No, youre the most good-looking right now.

How could Jingzhe be ugly? He calmed down and raised his hands next to her. Jingzhe, let go. Ill help you lift it.

No need. To be honest, you cant lift it. Only I can lift it, so dont waste your energy and conserve your strength. Even Mu Jingzhe felt that it was difficult to lift so much weight, so how could he lift it?

Go look for something that can support it. Well be fine once its supported.

Ji Buw.a.n.g looked at Mu Jingzhe and finally gave up, but he didnt move for a long time, making Mu Jingzhe look over strangely. Whats wrong?

Jingzhe, my feet are pinned down. Ji Buw.a.n.g was taller than Mu Jingzhe. His feet had originally been under the table, but the table couldnt hold the weight anymore and had collapsed. Even his feet were being pressed down.

I wont be able to pull my feet out for a while. That might affect my speed. I dont know when Ill be able to find support. Its not an option for you to hold on like this. I mean, if you cant take it, you can let go. Ill lie on my side. My shoulders are much wider than yours. Ill prop up the closet so you can let go.

He would protect Mu Jingzhe.

Mu Jingzhe got anxious when she heard that his feet were being pressed down. She didnt register anything he said after that. What kind of nonsense are you spouting? What wide shoulders? This closet can crush you. If you cant move, dont move. I can hold on. Have you forgotten that Im as strong as an ox?

Mu Jingzhe calmed down and asked, Can you feel your feet? Are you being pressed down too hard? I cant help you with my hands. Theyre busy right now. If possible, you should slowly look around. Once this closet is propped up, I will free up my hands and help you remove the weight on your feet.

Ji Buw.a.n.g didnt want to talk about his feet. My feet are fine. Theyre just pinned down. The most important thing now is you. Its not good for you to keep holding on like this, so you should listen to me.

I cant. Ji Buw.a.n.g, dont belittle me. Im not joking when I say that Im as strong as an ox. Im fine. I can hold on. Before Mu Jingzhe even finished speaking, Ji Buw.a.n.g could already see her biting her lip under the light of the pager. It was clear to him that she was straining.

Ji Buw.a.n.g was about to say something, but Mu Jingzhe said helplessly, Youre looking at me again. Forget it. If Im ugly, so be it.. Anyway, you shouldnt mind that Im ugly. Instead of nagging me so much, why dont you kiss me to give me strength?