World War Z APPLY FIC

Ch. 2

Leila POV

I watched as the world around me filled with chaos and brimestone. People running and screaming from the infected individuals. I sprung into action and ran to my car, avoiding any unwanted attention. I turning the key before the double doors burst open. My eyes widened as I watched the Dr. Han run out with bloodshot eyes. His sights locked onto me, rushing towards me with a low growl. I shifted into reverse quickly doing an 180 spin before shifting to drive. So mashed the gas and sped away with a now infected Dr. Han behind me. I swerved to avoid citizens and infected alike while I drove to my home. I parked in the driveway, snatching my keys and running to unlock the front door. I turned to check for any threats  before running inside and locking the door. I placed a diner chair under the door knob for extra security.

I ran a hand through my hair before pulling it all back in a ponytail. I then ran to my room, changing into a pair of jeans and a plain tank top. Throwing on my combat boots and button down shirt I made my way to the basement where a glass encased emergency kit sat mounted on the wall. I wrapped my fist in a towel before smashing the glass. I grabbed the crossbow resting on the hook, before getting the pistol down. Attaching the silencer, I grabbed the spare pistol and first aid kit on my way back upstairs. I took hold of a nearby backpack and filled it with the non perishable foods from my cabinet.

"Shit!", I shouted slamming my hands on the table. "Shit, shit, shit." I grabbed my phone before dialing a friend. When I got no answer I stuffed the first aid kit in my backpack and proceeded to move the chair from the door. I slowly walked outside before moving towards my car. It was quiet in the lot which worried me. I got in my car to turn it on and put the shift in reverse. I backed out and decided to drive put of town. Before things got real bad. I came to a stop as a scream reached my ears. My conscience wouldn't allow me to drive away so I snatched my keys and ran to the source of the noise. I came across a girl fighting off someone who was infected. She kicked and punched but he didn't back down. When he advanced on her once more I raised my crossbow and shot him through his temple. She looked from him to me with a cold expression.

"I could've fought him off you know. I didn't need saving.", she stated in a cold tone.

"Then you would've died.", I replied.

"I could've knocked him out.", she scoffed.

"He's dead. You can't knock him out.", I stated and she froze.

"How is he dead when he was standing right in front of me?", She questioned with a slight attitude.

"He died and got back up."

"Lady that makes no sense."

"Then I should've left you to die.", I snapped, slightly irritated with her behavior.

"Kreme!", a voice called out and I turned to see Jungkook.

"Are you alright? Holy shit.", he said catching sight of the corpse.

"Yeah she stopped me from kicking his ass. I could've laid his ass out.", she argued.

"You can't lay out what's not alive.", he said and she snapped her head in his direction.

"Now your started to sound like Ms. Crazy pants over here. You telling me that's a zombie.", she scoffed and I turned to walk away.

"Fine try to fight a group of those things then. Your martial arts won't save your ass then.", I snapped walking away. She remained silent as I opened my car door.

"Wait!", Jungkook called out. "Can we come with you? I promise she'll behave."

"You two got weapons? It's obvious we need them.", I said and they nodded.

I sighed before tilting my head and getting in to start the car. The pair got in the back seat and I pulled off continuing on my intended route. The ride was silent for a good 30 minutes before a irritable sigh was heard.

"I'm hungry.", The girl stated but I chose to ignore her as we drove through the deserted street.

"Hello?"

"What?"

"Didn't you hear what I said? I'm hungry.", she said and I nodded.

"What do you want to go to a drive through. Maybe the infected can give you cheeseburger.", I replied and she sighed.

"We kinda left our food back at the house.", Jungkook stated and I hit the brakes.

"Fine we get out and check a few houses, and get back on the road got it?", I said and they nodded. I took the keys out the ignition, grabbing my crossbow in the process. The three of us walked jogged to a food market where frightened civilians were in the process of grabbing everything they could carry.

"Jungkook grab the basket.", I ordered before grabbing some of everything off the shelves. Poptarts, bread, back cakes, 4 packs of bottled water, cookies, sandwich materials. Our basket began to overflow and we ran back to the car. Kreme picking up the items falling out.

"In the trunk! All of it.", I said as I popped the trunk. As I turned the key the pair stuff as much as they could in the trunk slowly running out of space.

"Back seat! One of you will just have to ride shotgun.", I said moving to help them and we packed the rest in the back. As Jungkook moved to the passenger side Kreme was grabbed from behind by a shaky man.

"Get out the car! I'm taking everything. Move or she dies!", he shouted in fear as I stood in front if him and Kreme.

"Come on man were all trying to survive here.", Jungkook tried and the man moved the gun to her temple.

"Out of the car. Or I'll kill her I swear it!", he threatened and I shrugged my shoulders nonchalantly.

"Go ahead. I don't even know her.", I said and she frowned up.

"What?", both her and the man asked. Her more filled with anger. My eyes cut to the infected stalking behind him and I moved to get in the car. As the infected bit into his neck I grabbed Kreme,  pulling her away from him.

"Get in the car now!", I shouted and the two jumped in the seat. I got in the driver seat and quickly put the car in reverse, leaving the man to his demise.

Once we were a safe distance away Kreme sighed softly. "We're you really going to let him kill me?"

Instead of her usual tone she sounded more of a hurt child.

"His finger wasn't even on the trigger. I would've killed him before he got the chance to."

"It's getting dark and we have to find a place to hold up for the night. A place with a garage." I said we drove past the chaos swallowing the town.