Human nature was such that people wouldn't worry about scarcity but rather inequality. Everyone was suffering in this disaster, so why should some look glamorous while others starve to death? Not only did they not help, but they also wanted to rob people! Nadia carried two knives, a butcher knife in her left hand and a boning knife in her right. She pushed through the crowd with a cold face and stood by the window, blocking the way. The two sharp knives, stained with dried blood, scared the crowd into retreating. Someone wanted to protest, but then Harrison stepped forward as well. They stood there like grim reapers, one on the left and one on the right.Nadia scanned the crowd, noting everyone's expressions, and coldly said, "Don't preach to me. If anyone dares to curse at me or try to rob me, I'll kill all of them." The notorious reputation of the 18th floor was well-known throughout the building; they were all notorious criminals! These b*stards enjoyed their food and drinks and didn't want to share a bit. Last time, they were robbed and injured several people; one even died from excessive blood loss. Yesterday, someone secretly reported to the firefighters, but the firefighters only handled rescues and said this wasn't their jurisdiction. They suggested reporting to the police once the floodwaters receded. No one dared to speak seeing Nadia's stance. They feared this crazy woman would start slashing them if they said the wrong thing! Jasmine wasn't someone to mess with either, fighting off several men as they finally swam to the window below.Nadia guarded against the people inside the building, while Harrison helped move the supplies. Two 20 kg bags of rice, one 10 kg bag of flour, some spaghetti and pickled vegetables, two packs of candles, three large boxes of alcohol blocks, BBQ sauce, and ketchup. It wasn't much, but they obtained them with their lives on the line. Levi was so exhausted he could barely stand, and Jasmine's arm was slashed, with blood staining her clothes. The crowd watched with greedy, calculating eyes, but no one dared to step forward and rob them. Wayne and Maya were among the crowd, looking complex and resentful. The two wanted to get closer but knew Nadia wouldn't care about them. Someone couldn't hold back and asked to borrow the rubber shaft, offering to pay rent.The four ignored them, carrying the supplies upstairs with fierce expressions. A woman cursed behind them, with many following her. They all cursed about the 18th floor for being cold-blooded and inhumane. Jasmine was too exhausted to speak. Nadia found iodine, bandages, and some anti-inflammatory medicine on the 18th floor. The wound wasn't deep, and it was disinfected and bandaged. The two were still frightened, left in a state of shock. They thought the building was chaotic enough, but outside was even worse. The two had set out early in the rain and packed the rubber shaft, but many people arrived soon after. The crowd kept growing, and it was difficult to get into the supermarket when it opened. Prices of rice and flour had increased twentyfold, and people kept flooding in, grabbing anything they could find, whether from the shelves or others. The supermarket only accepted cash since there was no internet. Those people with cash were happy, while those without could only use gold necklaces and bracelets to barter. This made the transactions slow and complicated, and those without money could only grab and run. The police fired warning shots, initially suppressing the crowd, but there were too many without cash. The limited supplies quickly ran out, and the second wave rushed in, making the scene chaotic. Everyone feared that others would steal the supplies they had fought hard to get. Jasmine and Levi ran out in the chaos, but the water was crowded with people, like meatballs in a soup. People kept coming at them, trying to steal their supplies and rubber shafts. Even though Jasmine could fight, she couldn't fend off so many. Part of their supplies was stolen, her hand was cut, and someone even tried to puncture the rubber shaft. "We might not have made it back if the rubber shaft isn't puncture-resistant." The strange and hostile world made Jasmine give up humanity. She leaned tiredly on Levi. Nadia didn't know how to comfort her. This apocalypse was just the beginning. Someone knocked on the door downstairs before they could catch their breath. Good grief, at least dozens of people had gathered together, filling the corridor of the 17th floor. Nadia frowned. Do they want to rob us? Jasmine fought with her life for the supplies. These people didn't dare to seek survival outside but targeted the 18th floor, thinking they were easy.Exhausted, no one wanted to speak. They silently grabbed the knives and headed downstairs. Four pairs of murderous eyes stunned the crowd into silence. They were reluctant to leave though afraid, thinking they had a chance with so many people against four. A middle-aged man with glasses stepped forward, smiling. "Don't misunderstand, we mean no harm." Nadia coldly asked, "What do you want?" "Hello, I'm Hunter Thatcher. I'm elected as the building leader by the neighbors. We want to discuss forming a group to find supplies." He smiled, but the four remained silent behind the door, forcing him to awkwardly explain, "The government hasn't rescued us, and outside is chaotic. Going for supplies alone is dangerous, and they might even be stolen. So, we decided to select those with good skills to go together, for mutual support.""Do you have a boat or rubber raft?" "That's why we're here to discuss." Hunter forced a smile and continued, "We're all neighbors; we see each other daily. We should help each other in such a big disaster, right?" His words were half conciliatory and half threatening. Nadia paused. "Wait a moment. We need to discuss it." She signaled the others and went to the window to discuss. "What do you all think?" Jasmine couldn't stand threats with her fierce nature. They'll have to step over my dead body if they want to take the rubber shaft. Taking a few down with me wouldn't be a loss. If they dare, bring it on! "These people are schemers. Should we just lend them the rubber shaft?" Levi was more rational. "A wise man doesn't fight when the odds are against him. If we push them too hard, we might suffer if they rush us." Jasmine disagreed. "No way. They'll keep coming back if we let them get to us this time." Nadia asked the resident of 1801, "What do you think?" "I don't care, you decide." "It's impossible to search for supplies together. It wouldn't be enough for so many people even if we find some. It will just lead to more scheming." "Better to lend them the rubber shaft and let them find their own. There are many outdoor shops in the city. They might be able to find inflatable boats or rubber rafts if they go early. Then, they won't just target us." "Nadia, you have a point. But the outside is a mess now. What will we do if the rubber shaft gets stolen or damaged?" "Don't forget, I also have a rubber shaft." Harrison spoke up, "I have an inflatable boat." Levi and Jasmine were speechless.