With only one month left before the apocalypse, Dean had fully moved into his fortress. The time for luxury was over. Now, every day was dedicated to fine-tuning his survival skills, maintaining his stronghold, and ensuring everything was ready for the inevitable collapse of civilization.
Dean's Daily Routine Morning Routine – The Farm & Livestock Dean woke up at dawn, his internal clock already set to survival mode. His first task was tending to the farm and animals, ensuring they were well-fed and cared for.
Feeding the livestock: He had chickens for eggs, goats for milk, cows for dairy and meat, and pigs for additional protein. Each morning, he collected fresh eggs and checked the health of the animals.
Watering the crops: His 10-acre farmland was divided into sections growing wheat, corn, potatoes, and various vegetables. He inspected for pests and ensured the irrigation system was functioning properly.
Grooming and bathing the horses: His two trained horses, Storm and Blaze, were essential for scouting outside his land when gas might become scarce. Dean washed them down, brushed their coats, and cleaned their hooves.
Midday Routine – Fortress Maintenance & Vehicle Checks After breakfast, Dean dedicated time to maintaining his fortress and ensuring everything was in top condition.
Checking and cleaning the vehicles:
The War Rig: Oil checks, tire inspections, and making sure the plow was secure.
The Beast (SUV): Reinforcing bulletproof windows, checking sealed air filters.
The Doomsday Buggy: Testing the mounted turret, ensuring agility on rough terrain.
The Phantom (Electric Bike): Checking the solar charging station and power efficiency.
Helicopter: Running engine diagnostics, refueling, and inspecting rotor blades.
Tanker Trucks: Ensuring fuel was properly stored and securing locks to prevent theft.
Inspecting the fortress defenses:
Walking the perimeter, checking the electrified fences and ensuring power was flowing correctly from the solar panels.
Cleaning and testing the sniper rifles on the balcony to ensure smooth operation.
Reviewing security CCTV footage and running checks on the motion sensors spread around his land.
Afternoon Routine – Combat Training & Exercise Dean dedicated his afternoons to physical and combat training in his underground bunker.
Melee Combat Training:
Practicing machete swings on dummies covered in synthetic zombie flesh.
Using combat knives to perfect silent kills and precision strikes.
Training with a reinforced baseball bat and a crowbar for crowd control.
Firearms Training:
Practicing headshots and rapid fire in his underground shooting range.
Cycling through weapons, ensuring proficiency with handguns, shotguns, rifles, and SMGs.
Testing grenades, smoke bombs, and flashbangs to understand their blast radius.
Fitness and Strength Training:
Daily weightlifting and calisthenics to maintain peak physical condition.
Running on the underground treadmill with a weighted vest to simulate carrying supplies while running from danger.
Endurance swimming in his underground water tank, simulating escapes through water routes.
Evening Routine – System Checks & Relaxation As the sun set, Dean turned his attention to the technological aspects of his survival plan.
Checking the Control Room:
Monitoring the satellite GPS to track global activity before the apocalypse started.
Running tests on the internet connection (courtesy of Starlink satellite internet provider).
Ensuring that the backup generators were operational and fully fueled.
Weapon & Supply Inventory:
Reloading magazines, sharpening blades, and ensuring all weapons were properly stored.
Checking expiration dates on long-lasting food supplies and rotating stock when needed.
Confirming that water reserves were at full capacity.
Personal Time:
Cooking a nutritious meal with fresh farm ingredients.
Reading survival books and reviewing contingency plans.
Sleeping early to maintain energy for the next day.
Final Thoughts Each day was structured for peak efficiency. There was no room for wasted time, no moment for laziness. Dean had one month left before the world crumbled. His fortress was nearly perfect, his skills were sharper than ever, and he was mentally and physically prepared for what was coming.
But deep inside, a lingering thought remained—would Marcus ever believe him before it was too late?
The countdown to doomsday continued...