Chapter 53. Semi-Zombie

Not wanting the awkward tension to continue, Hubert tried to smooth things over.

"What’s the issue between you two? Our urgent situation requires that we work together to drive off the zombies and find a way to restore the world to its former state, isn’t it? If you keep acting like this, how can we cooperate?"

"Well… uh…" they stammered.

Gideon idly scratched his cheek before turning away, the first time Hubert had seen him appear so indecisive, fueling the boy’s curiosity further. Just then, Winston chimed in:

"Put your emotions aside, Caradoc, and control the two zombies over there."

"Alright."

Caradoc immediately crossed over to the adjacent cell. On this side, Winston guided Hubert toward the door of the semi-zombie’s cage. Gideon unlocked the cell door, letting the zombie out with some inexplicable confidence that it wouldn’t harm anyone.

The semi-zombie hesitated, unwilling to step out until Hu