The Apocalypse Survival Manual (Three Days Before Doomsday, I Stockpiled Billions) novel Chapter 590

Chapter 590

Nicole obviously wasn’t about to tell Eric the whole truth. “I don’t know exactly where they’re holding Marcus, but I wouldn’t have taken the job if I didn’t think we had a real chance.”

Eric nodded. “The ransom is due tomorrow.”

The kidnappers had given him a location, but Nicole knew it wouldn’t be as simple as showing up and making the exchange. They would almost certainly have more steps planned.

Before leaving, Nicole reminded Eric, “Getting Marcus back is important, but don’t forget to find whoever’s leaking information from inside your family.”

He still had two other sons. If the traitor wasn’t dealt with, there was nothing stopping the kidnappers from going after them next.

Eric’s blood pressure spiked again. Once that useless brat was safely back, he was seriously tempted to disown him!

After leaving the Robinson residence, Nicole brought Jeremy’s group back to her place and told them about the helicopter and fuel she had negotiated for.

The four of them stared at her in disbelief.

What did she need a helicopter for? Sure, it was impressive, but keeping one running would cost a fortune.

Nicole told them the truth.

“Food and meat are relatively easy to come by. What worries me is what happens next. We have no idea what kind of disasters are still ahead. If there’s another massive earthquake someday and nowhere on the ground is safe, a helicopter might give us a way out.”

People with different backgrounds tended to think about survival differently.

Diana had no objection. “A helicopter could be useful. It would give us a lot more options.”

If they pulled this off, they would already have enough supplies to live comfortably for a long time.

The helicopter was just an unexpected bonus, so Jeremy and Hughie didn’t object either.

It had been a long time since they had fought alongside Nicole and Zeph.

Memories of the 18th floor came rushing back.

Back then, they were far too weak to do much. Whenever trouble came, Nicole had always taken the lead while Zeph watched their backs. Looking back on it now was a little embarrassing.

Hopefully, this time, they could finally show what they were capable of.

Zeph had served in the special forces before the disasters, and no one in the group had more experience planning an operation like this.

He immediately rejected Diana’s plan.

Diana knew what Nicole and Zeph were capable of, so she didn’t argue any further. From that point on, they would follow Zeph’s plan.

There were less than 24 hours before the Robinsons were supposed to deliver the ransom. Nicole suggested leaving early so they could scout the area around the cave first.

They had to bring Cola. As for Poppy, they had no choice but to leave her with Sven.

Poppy could hold her own in a fight just as well as Jeremy or Hughie, but…

Even though Poppy was clearly disappointed, she still smiled. “Don’t worry about me. I’ll stay here and wait for both of you to come back.”

Zeph gently ruffled her hair. “Don’t worry. We’ll come back safe.”

After leaving his sister with the neighbors, the group headed out.

There were a lot of supplies in the cave, and the Hummer wouldn’t be able to haul much. At the same time, bringing too many vehicles could draw attention from the military or police.

Nicole let the other four take the Hummer. “We have a truck stashed somewhere else. We’ll pick it up and hide it near the base of the mountain.”

Diana drove to an intersection on the outskirts of the city and waited while Nicole and Zeph went to get the truck.