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Above a snow-covered hill, Xiaoxue pointed to the icefield topography map in her hand and said to Chen Feng, "It's still nearly two days' journey from here to the Permafrost Fortress. We'll need to pass through at least two supply outposts along the way to recharge our ice manta rays."

"I heard these supply outposts are all in the autonomous region," Chen Feng asked.

"The supply stations are nominally managed by the staff themselves and are not under the jurisdiction of any of the Snowstorm City-State, Great Xia, or North City." Xiaoxue said solemnly, "On the Ancient Ice Plain, there are as many as thirty such independent supply stations. They appear to be independent of each other, but in fact, they have formed a force."

"Our people can buy the information they need there, but it's best if we don't reveal our identities right now," Xueyue Yanju added.

Upon hearing this, Chen Feng's mind was instantly flooded with the news he had heard in Gu Yong's Upper City.

Everyone knows that the Snowstorm City-State, Great Xia, and Northern City are the three major orthodox powers that stand in a tripartite balance in the northern frontier of the human race, controlling the inhabited territories outside the Beast Wasteland, the Insect Nest Domain, and the Demon Cave.

Few people know that the thirty autonomous supply stations entrenched on the ancient ice plains are not just simple rest stops, but strategic cores that control the lifelines of the three major powers: the Insect Nest Domain, the Northern City, and the Great Xia Kingdom.

The ancient glacial plain is so vast and expansive, with boundless permafrost and ice-covered hills stretching for thousands of miles.

Warriors and mercenaries below the ordinary level of the Wasteland would be unable to traverse the wasteland on their own endurance and Tia's energy without the protection of supplies and cold-weather gear.

Even if a Heavenly Rank Martial God of the Great Xia Dynasty or a legitimate member of the Wind and Snow City tried to forcibly cross this territory, they would only perish on the icy plains.

This is also the fundamental reason why the three major human forces have never dared to take control of these supply stations.

Whether it's the Great Xia sending troops to the northern frontier or the Snow City-State rushing to aid the Permafrost Fortress, all human troop movements and supply shipments must pass through at least four autonomous supply outposts before reaching the Permafrost Fortress.

There is no other way to bypass the illusionary realm.

Moreover, after expending energy during its flight, the ice manta ray's stored energy was almost depleted, and the energy glow emanating from its body had dimmed considerably.

The energy patterns between the wing veins were sluggish and dim, unable to support long flight distances.

"I've often heard people say that the ancient glacial plain is a natural barrier, and now it seems that the environment here is indeed more severe than I thought."

Xiaoxue put the ice field topographic map into the sealed container, pointing to a small black dot in front of her.

"Brother Chen Feng, we are about 23 li away from the first supply outpost. We can find a place to rest then."

"it is good."

After discussing it, the three of them mounted the ice manta ray again and took to the air.

The ice manta ray gently flapped its translucent icy wing membrane, once again stirring up fine snowflakes, and flew towards the ice field supply station.

......

In mid-air, the sunlight of the illusory realm flowed endlessly above the three, illuminating the entire ice field with a beautiful glow. However, beneath this peaceful scene, the energy of the three's cold-proof devices was about to run out.

About two hours later, a neat, cold-colored outline finally appeared in the snow and mist on the horizon ahead.

It was a post station, half embedded in the icy mountain and half suspended in mid-air. It was constructed entirely of rock, steel, and millennia-old ice, with thick layers of frost covering the walls and a dozen searchlights hanging from the top.

The lights pierced through the swirling snow, searching for any possible enemies in the dim world.

At the outer entrance of the supply station.

Mercenaries of all kinds and people from the snowy city-state came and went.

They were all various factions waiting to enter the supply depot.

At this moment, Xueyue Bingli and Xueyue Yanju also changed into ordinary linen robes, shedding their aloof and noble temperament, and completely blending into the atmosphere of the vast sea of ​​mercenaries.

Chen Feng also put away the Martial God Palace's combat uniform.

With a calm gaze, he followed the two men step by step toward the gate of the supply outpost.

Xueyue Bingli and Xueyue Yanju had long since shed their noble robes and donned rough, simple linen robes. The icy, noble aura surrounding them had been completely concealed, and their presence was ordinary and unassuming. They blended into the crowd of mercenaries, completely indistinguishable from each other.

Chen Feng's gaze was calm, concealing his martial arts prowess. He followed the two men at a leisurely pace, slowly making his way towards the iron gate of the supply outpost with the flow of people.

More than twenty mercenaries stood at the checkpoint leading to the supply depot.

As soon as the three of them reached the entrance, Xueyue Yanju was stopped by a mercenary wielding a kinetic rifle.

The mercenary's gaze swept back and forth between Xue Yue Bing Li and Xue Yue Yan Ju, lingering particularly long on Xue Yue Bing Li's features, his tone carrying a professional scrutiny and indifference.

"Unfamiliar face...do you have a pass?"

Xueyue Yanju remained calm and composed as she took out a high-level energy stone from her backpack, clearly having anticipated this questioning.

High-grade energy stones are rare cultivation resources produced in the Snowstorm City-State. Their energy is extremely concentrated, making them highly sought after by the Snowstorm tribes for cultivation and mount charging. They are also a rare form of hard currency on the Ice Plains.

As the high-grade energy stone landed in the mercenary's palm, a fleeting, almost imperceptible emotion flashed across his eyes.

He had been stationed at the entrance of the post station for many years and had seen many visitors from all over the world. He could tell at a glance that this was a genuine high-quality product.

If it were just ordinary energy crystals, he might not even bother to make an exception, but the energy ore in front of him was a reward far exceeding the value of the pass, which was truly enviable.

Xueyue Yanju deliberately lowered her voice and said, "Envoy of the Snowstorm City-State, head towards the Frozen Fortress and come in to rest and recharge."

"Hmm." The mercenary raised an eyebrow, weighing the energy stone in his hand as he calmly approached Xueyue Yanju. "The supply depot is under martial law recently. Without a pass, it's best not to cause any trouble, understand?"

"We know the rules," Xueyue Yanju replied softly.

"kindness..."

The mercenary immediately gestured to his companions behind him.

"Let the three of them pass."