Chapter 141: Shark Submarine Amphibious Vehicle

If the landlord's foolish son represents the emerging wealthy second generation, then Su Mali is the local aristocratic tycoon, a fifth-generation rich kid born and raised in wealth.

Wucheng, located in the northwest of China, is known for its vast land and abundant resources, particularly rich in natural gas, coal, and oil.

Among these, natural gas boasts the fame of the West-to-East Gas Transmission project: starting from Luntai in the Tarim Basin in the west to the Magic City in the east, covering the Central Plains, East China, and the Yangtze River Delta, supplying natural gas to 400 million people in China.

It contains over 30% of the country’s oil and gas resources.

Su Mali’s family specializes in natural gas development and holds an unshakeable position in Wucheng's natural gas sector. The resources needed for constructing the artificial sun include not only oil but also natural gas, along with coal.

In her past life, Jing Shu had no idea that such a low-key, naive, and foolish wealthy person existed in her class. She only knew that Su Mali’s family was rich and that she was generous, often "falling for scams."

It wasn't until the second year after the apocalypse that she heard Su Mali’s family had been flooded and then moved into a villa in Jing Shu's neighborhood. Of course, they transformed three villas into a single estate.

And it was right next to Jing Shu's villa...

In this life, when Su Mali mentioned exchanging CNG (Compressed Natural Gas), Jing Shu's eyes lit up... Natural gas is a regulated resource.

Having electricity and using coal to burn the boiler made using CNG a hassle, but CNG has greater utility; it's essential for gas vehicles.

Most of the taxis and buses we usually take run on natural gas, costing less than 1 jiao per kilometer, while running on oil costs about 5 jiao, making taxis very profitable.

A 25-liter CNG tank can last for about 270 kilometers. While this isn't as much as liquefied petroleum gas, natural gas is the cleanest energy source, making it excellent for cooking.

Su Mali's setup is for a 50-liter tank.

Jing Shu's main purpose for needing it was to use it in her villa before relocating; she could cook with natural gas every day, and a 50-liter tank would last her half a year.

After moving, it would be installed in the RV, primarily for cooking.

UBC solar power would handle other daily needs in the RV, like heating. After all, a 1500W induction cooker consumes a lot of electricity for cooking. Outside temperatures would plummet to at least -50°C, so ensuring warmth inside the RV was a priority; diesel and batteries would provide power for the RV's mobility.

If CNG gave Jing Shu a sense of excitement, then Su Mali’s second item made her feel even more intrigued.

The shark submarine is an amphibious vehicle from 2022.

It mimics the appearance and behavior of a great white shark, capable of submerging underwater and functioning as a speedboat on the surface. With ten gears and 360° control, it offers an exhilarating experience. Its size is comparable to that of a real great white shark, and it can reach speeds of up to 80 km/h. Initially created as a super toy by an American millionaire, it was later modified into an amphibious vehicle, priced at 740,000 RMB.

Su Mali said, “I originally wanted to enjoy some diving, but unfortunately, the rivers are all dried up now, and I can’t use it at all. I’ll trade it for an antidote; I urgently need the antidote for carbuncles, whether Western medicine or traditional Chinese medicine is fine. [Sigh]”

He Shouwu replied, “Not to mention I don't have one, even if I did, I’d be killed for trading for something like this. [Terrified]”

Xie Zihao commented, “@ Su Mali, I’ve had my eye on that thing for a long time, but unfortunately, I can’t afford it. Now it’s even more out of reach.”

Wang Chao remarked, “Isn’t this just a jet ski? It can’t be more than 50-60,000 RMB, right?”

Xie Zihao responded with a smile and no words.

Su Mali insisted, “I have many other unwanted items; does anyone really not have an antidote?”

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This time, Jing Shu learned from her past mistakes and secretly added Su Mali, reaching a trade agreement with her.

It’s simply because this shark submarine is truly something to flaunt... Uh, no, it’s for next year’s flooding. Half the city of Wucheng will be submerged. Just thinking about how many supplies will be in the city center...

She can’t swim through a sea of red line worms, can she? Even if she could swim through, the houses would be underwater, and those who are poor swimmers or get lost would be done for.

As for diving suits, it wouldn’t be a problem without red line worms, but there would be leeches, rotting corpse worms, and all sorts of other bugs lurking in the water, and getting bitten wouldn’t be ideal.

Of course, it’s not just about scavenging supplies; if she needs to go somewhere, driving won’t be necessary; she can use this shark submarine, regardless of whether it’s on land or in a submerged city, truly experiencing freedom of movement.

Though this submarine can only be used for a year or two, the key point is that Su Mali’s asking price is genuinely low; she is genuinely getting rid of things she doesn’t need. Trading a little bit of medicine for this submarine feels very worthwhile to Jing Shu.

Yes, Su Mali has a mysterious good habit: she loves trading her unnecessary items for low prices. No matter how much she originally paid, when she no longer wants something, it’s worthless in her eyes, yet she doesn’t throw it away; she enjoys trading things.

In the eyes of Jing Shu and others, Su Mali is like someone who trades a watermelon for sesame seeds.

But the sesame seeds must be something Su Mali needs and finds appealing. In high school, Su Mali once traded a watch worth several thousand for a rabbit-shaped hat...

Some people say Su Mali is foolish.

She replies, “Nothing is worth more than my happiness.”

Later, Jing Shu realized this might just be wealth...

To be honest, Jing Shu is envious of everything about Su Mali. Someone with Su Mali's temperament wouldn't survive in the apocalypse; she seems like a shining, fat sheep ready for slaughter. Yet, contrary to expectations, she not only survives but does so exceptionally well. Those who target her for attention seem to end up mysteriously unlucky, facing terrible fates.

Jing Shu pressed the brakes, stopping in front of the new city mall, where a crowd had gathered. In the darkness, Jing Shu spotted a group of her old classmates, bundled up in thick clothes, hopping from foot to foot, eagerly looking at a pile of items on the ground, which resembled a small mountain, among which the most eye-catching was the shark submarine she had been longing for.

Standing in the middle was Su Mali, wearing a friendly smile, her crescent-shaped eyes sparkling, dressed in a princess gown. She looked delighted as she explained the pile of items to everyone.

“Can I have this? You don’t want it anyway.”

“This thing is great; Su Mali, you’re really rich!”

Every time Jing Shu sees that pure, innocent, kind smile, she feels Su Mali is like a disguised white lotus. What could be the true face hidden beneath her facade?

How could anyone be so pure and kind, just like the Virgin Mary? No, she is the very embodiment of the Virgin!

In this life, she must stay far away from the Virgin Su Mali!