Apocalypse: King of Zombies Chapter 1243: The Celestial Stairway

Ethan and his team reached Grace's compound after three grueling days of travel through zombie-infested lands, where Tier 9 and 10 zombies had become alarmingly common. As they settled in, Vivian proposed merging her large compound with Grace's for survival, but Ethan declared both would join Fallen Star City due to his superior strength. Grace agreed despite Vivian's reluctance, but Compound Manager Jared overheard and vehemently opposed the merger, arguing for community input before Grace dismissed him angrily.