Apocalypse Empire (Book 1): Apocalypse Origins Read Online Free

intense. I just knew one of those things was
lurking around."
    Greg nodded. "I felt the same way but it looks like
we're okay for the moment." He glanced towards the exit. It was a set of
glass double doors. He'd be able to see how things were outside and hopefully
nothing would see him in the process. He approached the doors and looked
around.
    The parking lot for the building was completely empty. Looks
like no one made it in to work today. He looked towards his building and saw
his car in the lot. A quick sprint could see them there. They'd probably have
to deal with those two creatures from the alley though. He glanced at his
spear. Hopefully it would be up to the task.
    He walked back to Carol. We're gonna make a run for my
car."
    Carol nodded. "What about staying here though? No one
else is here so we should be safe."
    Greg shook his head. "That works for the short term but
not for the long haul. If one of those things breaks inside we'll be in the
same boat all over again."
    He looked at the exit. "Even if we could barricade the
door, what about food? We can't stay here forever, Carol."
    Carol sighed. "I know. Just...it would've been nice to
be safe for awhile."
    "I don't think we'll be safe here. Two of those things
are probably still in that alley."
    "Alright," Carol said, "you're right."
    "I know this is a lot to deal with," Greg said,
"i don't even know how I'm not going crazy right now. But we'll get
through this."
    Carol nodded. "Okay. I'm ready when you are."
    Greg led her over to the door and fished in his pants
pocket. "Here," he said taking out his keys.
    "I want you to run for my car and start it up. Think
you can drive right now?"
    Carol nodded. she was scared out of her mind but she had no
intention of dying. If Greg needed her to drive then that's what she'd do.
"I'm fine. Just keep them away from me."
    Greg nodded. "I'll open the door and we're gonna run
for the car. If those things show up I'll keep them busy."
    Carol nodded as she took the keys from Greg. She took a deep
breath. "Okay, I'm ready."
    "Alright. On three. One, two, three." Greg pushed
the door open and ran towards his car, Carol right on his heels. They heard
roaring as they passed the alley. Greg glanced and saw two creatures looking up
from the remains of the man from earlier. They immediately got up and started
running after them.
    There was still a little distance left, Greg wasn't sure if
they'd make it in time. "Get to the car!" Greg stopped running and
prepared to fight.
    The two creatures came barreling around the corner and
headed towards him. Greg waited until there were nearly on him and struck with
his spear, as he made contact he stepped to his left and put himself out of
reach of the second creature. Before the first creature could recover, he
struck again, scoring a hit on its side. He jumped back as the second creature
swiped a blood covered hand at him. He responded with a jab towards his stomach
but didn't get a solid hit.
    The first creature approached and swung at him again. Greg
blocked with the staff but heard a crack. It wouldn't last much longer. Greg
kicked it in its chest and sent it sprawling onto the ground. He turned to face
the second creature and just managed to duck a swing at his head. He spun away
from the creature and swung low with his staff. The creature landed on its back
with a thud. Greg quickly approached and thrust the spear into its neck. The
force of the blow caused the spear to break and Greg stumbled and fell to his
knee.
    He looked over his shoulder and saw the first creature
charging towards him. The creature leapt and Greg threw himself into a roll to
get out of the way. The creature roared in frustration and took off towards him
again. Greg scrambled back to his feet. The sound of an engine heading his way
caught his attention. That must be Carol. That was good. He didn't need to
finish this one off then. He waited until the creature started its leap and
then dodged to the side. Before it