In a perfect world, you start by relying on your own strength.

Shi Geng narrowed his eyes slightly, seeing through Bai Yuekui's thoughts, but he only saw through it without saying anything. With a calm expression, he slowly replied, "Very well. Since the lighthouse is nowhere to be found, then we will trouble you for a few days and wait in your village for the time being."

Bai Yuekui nodded slightly upon hearing this, his expression softening somewhat. He immediately stepped aside to make way, saying, "Let's go. I believe you'll come to like our village."

A faint smile appeared on Shi Geng's lips as he calmly followed along.

He stepped forward steadily and followed Bai Yuekui onto the vehicle.

The wheels rolled over the rugged, desolate terrain, the vehicle's suspension adaptively cushioning the impact, ensuring a smooth and stable ride. The chariot departed the outpost, speeding towards the heart of Dragonbone Village.

The atmosphere inside the carriage was quiet and peaceful; no one spoke.

Bai Yuekui glanced at the desolate landscape flashing past the window, but his eyes were constantly watching Shi Geng beside him, his eyes gleaming with a spirit of exploration.

Shi Geng leisurely observed the scenery along the way as the vehicle drove deeper into the wasteland, heading towards the survivors' base rooted in the wasteland.

Soon the vehicle entered a snowy landscape, where a biting wind whipped up snowflakes that rattled against the car windows.

The sky and earth were covered in white, and the vast wilderness stretched out to the horizon. The north wind howled through the fields, and the biting cold seeped into the car through the cracks in the road.

The vehicle braved the wind and snow as it wound its way up the mountain ridge. The wind and snow roared and enveloped the vehicle, and the wheels crunched and groaned as they rolled over the thick snow.

The car slowly came to a stop only after reaching the majestic snow-capped peak. Between the seamless, cold rocks of the mountain, a massive, heavy, and hard alloy gate was carved into the rock face, perfectly fitting the mountainside. Layers of white frost covered the gate, its lines were austere, and it gleamed with a chilling metallic light.

"arrive."

Bai Yuekui slowly pulled her long, slender legs back from the steering wheel, straightened up, lazily stretched her waist, and casually yawned.

As soon as he finished speaking, a bright and cold scanning beam shot out from the top of the alloy door on the mountain, scanning the entire vehicle body from top to bottom.

The light screen swirled, instantly completing identity verification. The door lock mechanism emitted a deep mechanical meshing sound, and the heavy alloy door slid smoothly to both sides, slowly opening to reveal a deep and tranquil passageway behind it.

As the vehicle drove into the cave entrance, the biting wind and snow were completely shut out by the open doorway. Warm light flowed in from inside, and a constant temperature airflow rushed in, creating a world apart from the icy and snowy landscape outside.

The deep hum of machinery continued, and the alloy door was fully locked in place, shutting out the howling north wind from the mountain. Bai Yuekui pushed open the door and got out of the car, stepping calmly into the passageway. The walls were covered with irregularly arranged crystals, gleaming with a pale blue, cold light.

Along the way, intelligent sensor lights illuminate one by one with each step. The long passage extends deep into the mountainside, and all around is silent except for the slight hum of the equipment, revealing the strictness and advanced nature of this secret base.

As you steadily walk along the passageway, turning two curved corners, your view suddenly opens up and widens.

Outside lies a desolate, frigid region, frozen for thousands of miles and ravaged by biting winds, but inside the mountain lies a warm and vibrant world.

Warm, soft light filled the entire space, exotic flowers and plants unfolded one after another, green trees and vines clung to the rock walls, and clear springs flowed slowly along the stone patterns. Water mist swirled, and the fragrance of grass and trees lingered in the air.

There is no trace of the cold, harshness of machinery and steel, only a peaceful and leisurely otherworldly atmosphere, isolated from the wasteland of the world, forming a stable and pure land of its own.

This is the interior of Dragonbone Village. The entire mountain is built upon the massive skeleton of a king-level Devouring Beast. The pale, hard skeleton supports the entire sky, and patches of glowing vegetation grow between the crevices and rock walls. Soft, warm light permeates the surroundings, making the vast space feel gentle and peaceful.

While the outside world is frozen and ravaged by blizzards, this place enjoys a constant temperature year-round, with warm breezes carrying the delicate fragrance of grass, trees, and springs.

Bai Yuekui led Shi Geng up the winding, smooth stone path. On the platform with the dragon spine, there were rows of Chinese-style wooden buildings with upturned eaves, bamboo curtains hanging low, lanterns under the eaves swaying gently, and wisps of smoke rising slowly.

The streets and alleys were bustling with activity, teahouses and taverns were filled with the leisurely sounds of people, the forging of weapons workshops was faint, the sound of reading was clear in the school, the old people sat and chatted, and the children chased and played, presenting a peaceful and secular scene.

The dragon bone-shaped area features a series of circular terraced fields, with a sophisticated integrated farming system operating in a cycle. The fertile fields are lush and green, with flowing water. In the nearby constant-temperature caves, mushroom racks are densely packed, and various kinds of mushrooms are growing vigorously, providing a stable food supply for the village.

Further into the depths of the dragon bone, in a hidden stone chamber, the marrow crystals shimmer with a faint light. This is the core place for studying the ecology of Mana and stimulating the potential of awakened beings. Various war supplies are neatly stored in an orderly manner.

The central hall, formed from the skull of a giant beast, is the most magnificent, with a high and spacious dome. It displays remnants of old-world technology and samples of Mana ecology, and serves as the central hub for decision-making and deliberation in Dragonbone Village.

Technology is hidden in bone armor, and fireworks are born in paradise. This Dragon Bone Village, hidden deep in the snow-capped mountains, is a rare and peaceful haven in the apocalypse.

"Would you like something to eat?"

Bai Yuekui led Shi Geng on a tour of the sights inside and outside Longgu Village. Their steps slowed, and they stopped in front of a simple little shop. Above the door hung an old wooden plaque with three simple yet eye-catching gilded characters: "Food is Steel."

The shop looks simple and homey, with the wooden door half open, and warmth mixed with the aroma of food wafting out, creating a strong sense of home cooking.

Are you treating?

Shi Geng took a deep sniff of the rich aroma of the food wafting towards him, his Adam's apple bobbing slightly, and a hint of interest flashing in his eyes.

He hadn't tasted such down-to-earth food in a long time. Back in the day, atop the lighthouse, there was never a shortage of fine steaks and aged red wine, only formal and elegant meals. But this kind of steaming, homely taste, full of the warmth of everyday life, had long since faded from his memory.

Moreover, having been trapped alone in the Red Mist Space of the Divine Kingdom for a whole month, relying solely on cosmic energy to sustain his physical functions, he was now unable to suppress his cravings as he smelled the aroma of food filling the room.

Bai Yuekui turned his head to the side, his eyes filled with a hint of mockery, and gently curled the corners of his lips.

"Do you have money?"

After saying that, he raised his hand and pushed open the wooden door. Warm, cozy air, carrying the rich aroma of food, rushed in. The tables and chairs in the shop were simple and clean, and villagers were chatting and laughing. The atmosphere was noisy yet peaceful, and the full flavor of everyday life was palpable.

As Bai Yuekui stepped into the shop, the once bustling hall suddenly fell silent, and the chatter paused slightly.

The next moment, the villagers put down their bowls and chopsticks, their faces beaming with warm smiles, and a chorus of greetings immediately rang out.

"Boss Bai is here!"

"Boss Bai, please come in and have a seat. What would you like to eat today? I'll arrange it right away!"

"Boss Bai, this handsome young man looks unfamiliar. Is he new to the village?"

The crowd's gazes were friendly and curious, all falling on Shi Geng. Their words were simple and warm, showing genuine respect and closeness.