He looked around, trying to appear as natural as possible. He knew that being too conspicuous might attract unnecessary trouble. So, he tried to slow down his pace, avoid interacting with too many people, and simply quietly observe the life of the base.

Although the people's clothes are shabby, their eyes are full of determination and courage. They still strive to survive in the difficult times of the end of the world, creating their own lives with hard work and wisdom. This tenacity and perseverance makes Xiao Yi deeply admire.

He secretly thanked himself for not being complacent with his fancy gear, nor for looking down on the people here. He understood that everyone had their own way of living and story, and all deserved respect and understanding.

After walking around the base, Xiao Yi decided to find a relatively quiet place to rest for a while. He found the edge of a stone forest and sat on a huge rock, gazing at the salt lake and desert in the distance. Here, he could temporarily forget the hustle and bustle and danger of the outside world and enjoy a moment of peace and comfort.

Once a traditional condiment, it has now become a scarce treasure. With the advent of the apocalypse, the environment has deteriorated, soil salinization has become severe, and salt production has plummeted. The human body cannot function without salt; without it, people become weak and powerless, even dying. Therefore, salt has become one of the most important strategic resources in the apocalypse.

The small base is located deep in the desert, surrounded by endless sand dunes and scorching sun. The people here live a simple and hard life. They rely on the base's only salt mine to extract pure salt, and then trade it with other bases in exchange for daily necessities.

Whenever trading days arrive, caravans from various bases appear in the desert. Riding camels or driving modified off-road vehicles, they cross the treacherous desert to this place known as the "Salt Fortress." The caravans carry their wares, eager to exchange them for precious salt.

The residents of the small base bustled about, opening the salt mine's entrance and using specialized tools to dig out the ore bit by bit. After meticulous refining and processing, the pure salt was packed into sealed containers, awaiting exchange.

The trading process was always lively and intense. Caravan members gathered around the salt pile, vying to display their wares in the hope of exchanging them for more salt. Meanwhile, the residents of the small settlement carefully selected the items they needed, from food to medicine, from cloth to tools—each one crucial to their survival.

Through these exchanges, the small base not only obtained the supplies it needed to survive, but also established deep connections with other bases. They helped each other and jointly resisted the threat of the apocalypse. The Salt Fortress's reputation gradually spread, becoming a place of hope in the hearts of people in the apocalypse.

However, the peace of the Salt Fortress did not last long. As the apocalypse deepened, more and more bases began to covet the salt mines here. Some greedy forces even began secretly plotting to seize the Salt Fortress.

Faced with external threats, the residents of the small base united together. They strengthened the base's defenses, prepared sufficient weapons and supplies, and vowed to defend their homes to the death.

A fierce battle was inevitable. In the desert, flames shot up into the sky, and smoke filled the air. The residents of the small base bravely resisted the invaders, defending the dignity and tranquility of the Salt Fortress with their sweat and blood.

Finally, after a hard battle, the residents of the small base successfully repelled the invaders and defended their homes. The Salt Fortress once again returned to its former tranquility and peace.

In the afterglow of the apocalypse, the Salt Fortress still stands tall in the depths of the desert. It's not just a place where salt is produced, but also a place of hope in the hearts of people in the apocalypse. Here, people use the power of salt to write a legend of survival.

The residents of the Salt Fortress are well aware of the importance of salt. They carefully guard the salt mines and use their diligence and wisdom to extract pure salt. Whenever trading days arrive, caravans from all directions will cross the vast desert to come here to exchange for precious salt.

Some caravans brought food, which they had grown under difficult conditions using only the remaining seeds and scarce water. Every grain of food was condensed with their sweat and hope, just to exchange for the salt that sustains life.

Some caravans brought weapons, knowing that in this dangerous and uncertain apocalyptic world, only strong armed forces could protect themselves and their families. They traded these weapons for salt, hoping for greater security in the days ahead.

Of all the items exchanged, water was undoubtedly the most scarce. Water in the desert was already scarce, and with the devastation of the apocalypse, it became even more precious. Therefore, caravans that could bring water often received more salt.

The residents of Salt Fortress are not greedy. They know that in this apocalyptic world, everyone is struggling to survive. Therefore, they always try to trade fairly so that everyone can get what they need.

After each transaction, the Salt Fortress becomes more lively and vibrant. New supplies bring new hope and possibilities, and residents use these supplies to improve their lives, build stronger fortifications, and prepare for the days to come.

However, the tranquility of the Salt Fortress did not last long. As the apocalypse deepened, more and more forces began to covet the salt mines here. They tried to invade the Salt Fortress and seize the precious salt resources through various means.

Faced with external threats, the residents of the Salt Fortress refused to retreat. They united as one, using their wisdom and courage to defend the peace of their homeland. They knew that only by protecting the salt mine could they survive this apocalyptic world.

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