His expression instantly became as solemn as frost, and his tone was full of vigilance:
"We just passed the collapsed viaduct. According to our current distance and direction, we will soon be out of the city. The situation outside the city is complicated, so everyone must be extra careful."
Chu Yuanqing's expression froze when he heard this. He subconsciously eased off the accelerator and asked cautiously:
"How far out of the city is it? What is the surrounding terrain like?"
As he spoke, his eyes swept across the rearview mirror as fast as lightning, closely checking the progress of the convoy.
Lu Jingcheng carefully compared the map with the scene outside the car window again, and after thinking for a moment, he said:
"If everything goes well, we can get out of the city in another two hours.
The area outside the city originally had a lot of roads crisscrossing it, but now it is very likely that due to various collapses and blockages, it has become extremely difficult to pass through.
We must try to follow the main road marked on the map.
Although this road also has certain risks, it is still safer than other small roads."
Chu Yuanqing nodded slightly, his hands unconsciously gripping the steering wheel even harder, his eyes fixed on the front, his expression serious and focused:
"I understand. I'm just afraid that something unexpected will happen along the way, so we have to keep an eye out for any disturbances around us."
At this time, in the back seat, Potato was lying lazily and comfortably in Li Luo's warm arms. His furry tail swung lightly inadvertently, and his pink claws hooked on the edge of Li Luo's trousers, as if declaring his presence in this naive way.
Li Luo gently stroked Potato's back again and again, feeling the energy in his body gradually returning to order and calming down along with his steady breathing.
Occasionally, her head would rub against the roof of the car inadvertently. It turned out that the spinning top had quietly moved from Shi Xinxin's legs to her hair, lying there quietly, as if it was also enjoying this rare moment of peace.
Shi Xinxin turned slightly, looked at Li Luo with a hint of worry in her eyes, and said softly:
"Our next stop is City A, I don't know if we can get there smoothly."
Li Luo nodded slightly, his expression also unable to hide his worry:
"Well, I really hope everything goes well. We have never been to City A, and I can't imagine what it looks like after the apocalypse."
Chu Yuanqing looked ahead, concentrating on driving, and echoed:
"I haven't been there either. I heard that City A is just a small fourth-tier city. It's not big, but it has all kinds of facilities."
Lu Jingcheng frowned slightly, lost in memories, and said slowly:
"Three years ago, I went to City A for a mission. It was a small fourth-tier city hidden behind the prosperity. It looked inconspicuous at first glance, but it was like a warm bead, exuding a unique charm, and was full of vitality and vigor everywhere."
He paused, the corners of his mouth raised unconsciously, as if he recalled those warm scenes:
"During the days when I was on duty in the city, although the trip was rushed, I could still clearly feel that there were mostly old people and children on the streets, and relatively few young people. I guess most of them went to big cities to work hard. However, there are quite a lot of small shops on the street, selling daily necessities and handicrafts. It looks lively."
"There is a small square in the city center, surrounded by shopping malls and office buildings. When I passed by, I saw many elderly people basking in the sun and playing chess in the square, and children running around and playing. People were coming and going in the shopping mall, and occasionally a few young people could be seen coming in and out of the office building."
"In short, the whole city is filled with a soothing rhythm, as if time has been slowed down. Without the hustle and bustle of big cities, everything seems so leisurely and comfortable. It is really suitable for retirement and recuperation, allowing people to enjoy the beauty of life in ordinary days."