I have a city in another world

On the roads leading to the city, there are prominent road signs along the roadside, as well as various text and graphic prompts.

This is to inform outsiders about the various things they need to know and abide by before entering the shelter.

When disaster is still raging, survival is a very difficult thing, and one must abide by the corresponding rules.

Those who don't follow the rules will eventually be eliminated by harsh reality and will have no way to live for long.

Some elimination methods stem from the treacherous and dangerous external environment, while others involve internal cleanup.

The road conditions gradually improved, the weeds on both sides of the road were cleared away, and fresh vegetables were planted in some places.

However, the seedlings were sparse and looked half-dead, giving the impression of malnutrition.

Whenever a calamity occurs, it is often accompanied by natural disasters, which affect the climate and the land.

Some extraordinary plants may be born as a result, while ordinary plants will be severely affected.

In particular, food crops will suffer severe yield reductions, leading to serious hunger.

Compared to various unexpected disasters, more people actually fell ill or starved to death. The loss of a stable living environment was the main reason for the large-scale population decline.

Any shelter must ensure a food supply in order to have a chance of long-term existence.

Tang Zhen then discovered that the vehicles and equipment used by search teams of different levels were completely different.

His team used carts and other means of transportation to search and explore locations close to the city.

There were also some search teams, driving motor vehicles, with each member fully armed.

The goods loaded in the carriage were clearly of higher value and must have been obtained from a distant, dangerous area.

The vehicle's surface was covered in blood and bits of flesh, indicating that a fierce battle had recently taken place.

The members in the car were all novice martial artists, exuding a fierce and sharp aura.

When encountering such a group, the survivors on foot would quickly make way, their eyes filled with envy and awe.

The mountain town seemed close, but it took almost two hours to walk there. When we arrived at the foot of the mountain, we found that many people were already waiting there.

There are watchtowers on both sides of the road, with soldiers on duty holding weapons that look like submachine guns.

They will launch an attack immediately if any unusual situation arises.

Looking further ahead, a metal wall appeared, blocking outsiders from entering the city.

"There is a checkpoint ahead. We must pass through the checkpoint before we can enter the outer city area."

If there is suspicion of wrongdoing, individuals will be required to undergo isolation and detention until a designated time has elapsed before being released.

The search team leader took the initiative to explain and introduce various information about the city to Tang Zhen.

It's just a small act of kindness, but it can earn you gratitude and appreciation, so why not do it?

These out-of-town residents, despite having residence permits, are still subject to inspections.

After all, no one can guarantee whether they will be infected unintentionally. If they can be detected in advance, they may have a chance to save their lives.

The survivors did not object to the official inspections and often cooperated actively.

However, some individuals, either because they are wanted or attempting to smuggle goods, are extremely wary and averse to inspections.

However, the only way to enter the city is through this single passage; unauthorized intrusion and crossing will be severely punished.

If it causes serious consequences, it could even cost you your life.

At this point, all you need to do is get a number and wait patiently.

The caravan used one route, while the local search team used another, and the two did not interfere with each other.

After waiting for about an hour, it was finally Tang Zhen and the others' turn. Following the instructions of the staff, they entered the inspection channel.

This inspection lane has clearly been specially modified, containing numerous testing devices, including light and mist spray sterilization, and monitoring of survivors' body temperature and other vital signs. Any abnormalities require manual verification; those with problems are then transferred to an isolation area.

If there are no problems, you can proceed directly to the outer city area.

The checkpoint staff were all fully armed, and heavy weapons were stored inside the fortress.

The atmosphere was quite serious, giving people a very oppressive feeling.

As an outsider, Tang Zhen had to register separately and obtain an official identity document.

The so-called identity check is just a formality; as long as the person is not a registered wanted criminal, it's fine.

No information can be found, nor will it arouse suspicion, simply because the various forces cannot achieve true information sharing.

If you just make up a place name, the inspectors might not even know it, let alone be able to verify it.

Being able to share information on criminals is already quite difficult. Because the information cannot be updated in a timely manner, some wanted criminals have been dead for more than ten years, yet they are still on the list.

Not long after, Tang Zhen obtained his identity document.

This identity document is only valid for one month, and you will need to reissue it after that period.

When you need to reissue the certificate, you will need to pay a fee, which is not much, but it adds up to a huge sum of money.

Protected cities don't support idlers; if you want to fill your stomach, you have to work hard to earn money.

The search team members were all waiting; the next step was to sell supplies, and it would be best if Tang Zhen could also be present.

To avoid misunderstandings and making things unclear later.

Tang Zhen didn't care at all and didn't refuse everyone's kindness, following them to the acquisition site.

It was a very large area with all kinds of vehicles, large and small cranes, weighing scales, and busy figures.

Various supplies collected from the outside world are cleaned and sorted here; some are used directly, while others require secondary processing.

Tang Zhen could see clearly that there was a steel plant not far away, where large amounts of scrap metal were being transported for smelting.

The items that people find will be appraised and purchased here.

Some everyday items, such as watches and tools, can be sold either in bulk or individually at street stalls, which can fetch a better price.

The acquisition of extraordinary items is located in a separate building, which clearly distinguishes it from other places.

There were even guard towers and armed guards nearby, in case of any unexpected situations.

You must hand over any extraordinary items you obtain to receive a reward, and you are not allowed to keep them for yourself.

Because these items possess various bizarre abilities and have a powerful corrosive effect.

If ordinary people hold these items, they are likely to be affected, which could eventually lead to mutations.

If someone possesses such items privately and fails to report them, they will be severely punished once discovered.

When selling extraordinary materials, it is essential to keep a detailed record, clearly stating where and how they were obtained, and absolutely no concealment is permitted.

At the same time, participants will undergo a second check to ensure there is no risk of mutation or contamination.

Strict rules and regulations can effectively ensure the safety of the city and prevent the existence and spread of hidden dangers.

The person in charge of the acquisition station was quite surprised to hear that they were selling extraordinary materials, especially since the killing was done by an ordinary search team.

Teams of this caliber often suffer total annihilation when encountering extraordinary monsters.

After questioning them carefully, they learned that it was Tang Zhen who had killed the monster. They suddenly understood and became more curious about Tang Zhen.

His smile brightened even more when he learned that Tang Zhen was a newcomer from out of town. (End of Chapter)