Chapter Fifty: Is that Lu Yuyang?
With no more obstacles in front of them, the convoy slowly began to move forward.
However, the journey was not very smooth. When they passed through a certain place, they encountered a horde of zombies. There were too many of them, so they simply stopped the car far away and waited until dawn when the zombies dispersed before they were able to pass through.
When the towering steel walls finally came into view, the refugees erupted in cheers.
They never imagined that there would be such a large security fortress hundreds of kilometers away from where they lived.
Everyone got off the vehicle and looked up at the towering city wall.
The city wall was clearly newly built; the top of the wall was very clean, while the base of the wall was covered with mottled bloodstains.
Josie stood at the back of the crowd, squinting slightly from the scorching sunlight.
Soldiers patrolled the city walls from time to time.
Heavy weapons were mounted high on the city walls.
"Is it really safe here?" Zhao Wenjing asked timidly, clutching Qiao Xi's sleeve tightly.
"At least it's better than outside."
Josie glanced back at her and saw the light in her eyes; she didn't want to discourage her.
Where there are people, there will be no peace, let alone in a world like the apocalypse where resources are severely lacking.
The safe zone only isolates zombies, but the threat from their own kind is not reduced.
"Let's go in and take a look. If it's nice, we can settle down here. If we're not comfortable, we can leave anytime."
Feng Ye stood behind them, his voice deep and reassuring.
His gaze swept over the defensive fortifications on the city wall, then he silently withdrew his gaze.
At that moment, the gates of the safe zone were open, and two rows of soldiers walked out and quickly approached Fu Jinxing.
"Professor Fu, we've finally brought you here!"
Fu Jinxing didn't like small talk, and nodded thoughtfully, "Thank you."
"We should be thanking you. You are the hope of our entire safe zone, no, the hope of all mankind."
As they were talking, several refugees squeezed through the crowd, grinning obsequiously, and asked, "Are you a leader here?"
The officer in charge of welcoming Fu Jinxing looked at him, his eager smile still lingering on his face. "I'm responsible for the security of the entire district, not a leader."
"He's a leader too." The middle-aged woman said, taking his wrist. "Leader, we just came from out of town. There must be a lot of houses here, right? Shouldn't you assign us one?"
The refugees behind them echoed, "With such a huge disaster, the country will surely provide us with food, clothing, shelter, and transportation, right?"
The officer waved his hand and winked at the people next to him, "Everyone, please be patient. You can go in first, and someone will show you around."
"Oh, okay, okay."
Upon seeing that a designated person had come up to make contact, they immediately began surrounding that person and asking him all sorts of questions.
The officer, now free to move, smiled and greeted Fu Jinxing again, "Professor Fu, you must be tired. We have prepared a comfortable place for you. Please come with us."
"etc……"
Fu Jinxing interrupted him, and amidst the many gazes, he turned and walked step by step toward Qiao Xi.
"Xixi, they've arranged accommodations. Come with me."
Without hesitation, Qiao Xi shook her head and refused, "No, Brother Jinxing."
"Xixi, even if it's a safe zone, I won't feel comfortable leaving you out alone. Come with me."
Qiao Xi grabbed Feng Ye's hand and smiled at Fu Jinxing, "Really, it's not necessary, Brother Jinxing. I have a boyfriend now, and it's inconvenient for me to go with you."
Those youthful crushes were buried long ago, along with those from a past life.
They're just neighbors... there's no need to cause him trouble.
Besides... after getting close to Feng Ye last time, her ability reserves have obviously increased a lot.
She had a feeling that she was not far from leveling up.
She needs Fengye as her power bank.
Following Fu Jinxing might provide her with care and ensure she has everything she needs, but she'd rather improve her supernatural abilities.
Only by enhancing her superpowers can she have enough confidence to save herself in any situation.
Fu Jinxing's gaze fell on their intertwined hands, and a dangerous glint flashed in his eyes behind his glasses.
After a long while, he finally suppressed the dangerous light.
"It's alright. Since they are your friends and took care of you before I found you, Xixi, you can take them with you."
Men understand men best, and Feng Ye immediately saw through this "neighbor brother's" feelings for Qiao Xi.
He would be so kind if she took the cabbage he raised?
Feng Ye released his hand from Qiao Xi's, wrapped his long arm around her waist and pulled her closer to his chest. "No need to trouble yourself, I will take good care of my girlfriend."
After Feng Ye finished speaking, Fu Jinxing's eyes darkened rapidly.
But soon, a gentle smile appeared on his lips. "Okay, then I'll leave Xixi in your care."
In the end, Fu Jinxing did not insist and left with the soldiers in the safe zone first.
Josie breathed a sigh of relief and turned to look at Feng Ye: "It's time to let go."
Feng Ye didn't let go, "We have to go all the way. What if he turns around and sees us..."
Just as he was speaking, Fu Jinxing, who had already walked quite a distance away, turned around.
Josh: ...
As the group entered the safe zone, they were immediately checked by staff to see if they had any zombie bites.
Only after confirming their safety were they led to a nearby room to register.
"Are any of you superhumans? If so, you can register. You will receive 1,000 points for completing two safe zone missions each month. These points can be used to rent a house and purchase living supplies."
After listening, Feng Ye stepped forward and completed the registration.
Qiao Xi was about to step forward to register and exchange for points, but Feng Ye grabbed her wrist and said, "Let's go."
They carried the supplies away from the registration office.
Josie looked at him suspiciously, "Why won't you let me register?"
"Your special ability is very special. It can save your life in critical moments. And with me here, you don't need to earn points."
After a moment's hesitation, Josie also felt it was better not to reveal her abilities, as her powers were harmless and would only be a hindrance in missions.
It would be better to upgrade as soon as possible.
After registering, they used their points to redeem a small apartment at the nearby Civil Affairs Office.
"Right now, your points can only get you places like this, but as long as you're capable and willing to work hard, you'll soon be able to get even better housing," the office staff encouraged kindly.
The group thanked her and walked out of the Civil Affairs Office.
"Sister Xixi, look!" Zhao Wenjing excitedly pointed to the street ahead.
The streets were bustling with people, and there were many stalls on both sides selling all kinds of goods.
Influenced by Zhao Wenjing's mood, Qiao Xi also showed a relaxed smile.
Following her finger, my gaze swept across the crowd.
Suddenly, her gaze caught sight of a familiar figure.
He has a tall and straight figure and an outstanding temperament, only showing half of his profile.
That's... Lu Yuyang?
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