Only I can make them stronger

11. But she got it!

The next day, Xia Ye and Luo Qi got up together.

The latter was preparing breakfast as usual, while the former began to make preparations before departure.

After saying goodbye to my three dearest wives in different ways, it’s time to get down to business.

The first thing is to prepare supplies.

After breakfast, Xia Ye went out to purchase a large amount of compressed biscuits and water purification capsules, and piled ten boxes and five boxes respectively in the subspace backpack.

In addition, three boxes of delicious canned foods that are easy to carry were also stockpiled to improve the meals.

Tents, simple and sturdy wilderness coats, solar lamps and other common items were also not left behind.

For various reasons, Jinel and the others did not have subspace backpacks, so Xia Ye took the initiative to take on the task of logistics supply.

After all, the last time I traveled with Y, the way he provided everything I wanted really made the journey a lot easier.

If his financial resources were not limited, he would even want to buy a bed and a few motorcycles and throw them all in there, so that he could run away if he wanted to, or just take a nap since things had come to this point.

When Xia Ye returned from shopping, it was almost noon.

When Jinniel saw him, she pulled him to sit at the coffee table and planned to discuss the course of action.

In this team whose purpose is to "extend life", Karen is an idiot, Anke is eccentric, and Fitty is inexperienced and has no opinion. Only Xia Ye can have a serious discussion with her.

However, Giannielle knew that he was going to say goodbye to the women close to him two days ago, so she didn't bother him.

"Have you finished all your business?"

"Almost. The supplies are ready. It should be enough for five people to survive for at least half a month."

Jinniel nodded and pointed to the two drawings in front of her.

"Okay, take a look. This is the map provided by Canaanzi. That is the general structure of the Gear City."

"Let's ignore the internal structure for now. We'll set off tomorrow and decide on the route today."

Xia Ye glanced at the map on the coffee table. Canaanzi had drawn it in a very simple and easy-to-understand way, with emphasis on marking the cities and wilderness danger areas along the way from the Shia city-state to the Gear City.

She also carefully planned three most suitable routes for the team, marking them with different colors.

"No wonder they say that they can feel more at ease with Canaan around."

This woman's efficiency and reliability are truly worthy of the trust that others in the firm have in her.

"There are three routes. One is the longest and needs to completely cross three Level 4 danger zones, three Level 5 danger zones, and one Level 5+ danger zone where high-level monsters may exist. It will not pass through any cities.

"One with a moderate distance. Although there are only two level 5 danger zones on the route, there is a river blocking the way. We need to rent a transport ship from the nearby [Puwen City] or take a long detour."

"The third route is the shortest. Many routes choose a straight-line distance, and the dangerous area and level are the lowest. However..."

"Abandoned city?" Xia Ye looked at the red line and repeated the marking on its edge in confusion.

Jinel circled an area on the map with her finger and explained:

"This used to be a city called Katari, but more than a decade ago, that area suffered a rare and extremely severe geological disaster. The riot of underground elements almost overturned nearly 6,000 square kilometers of ground, including where Katari is located. Even now, the road conditions there are very bad."

“And what’s worse is that the only suitable routes in this area have been cleared by vagrants.”

"Many wilderness criminals and refugees rushed there like hyenas as soon as Katari became a ruin, hoping to find some remaining supplies."

"After years of fighting and scrambling, the survivors formed a unique wanderer ecosystem with the Katari ruins as the center. It is also the most active area for wanderers in the entire central and northern regions."

"Of course, the so-called wanderers also include many members of criminal organizations, such as Shadow Claw, who you are very familiar with. They are also quite active over there."

"Abandoned cities are places that have formed city-like clusters but lack the sound systems and measures of a city."

“So this route looks the shortest and safest, but it’s actually the most dangerous.”

After listening to Jinniel's introduction, Xia Ye couldn't help but frown.

It is extremely difficult to get to this gear city.

There are three paths, each with its own unique skills, and none of them is easy to choose.

"Let's rule out the second option first. Crossing the river is too dangerous, and we may not be able to afford the expense. If we have to take a detour, we might as well choose the first option."

Xia Ye stroked his chin and thought.

There are not many waterways in the Hill Continent, but no one knows how many things are hidden beneath them.

Even apart from these, the waters contaminated by the elements are themselves quite deadly.

"I agree." Jinniel nodded. She was struggling with the first and third points.

"Huh?" At this time, Xia Ye noticed that there was a small city not far from the red route.

The Clock City, a place Careya mentioned just yesterday.

"Won't this city be in danger so close to the abandoned city of Katari?"

He couldn't help but ask in confusion.

"Of course they would in general, but this city is a little different... Clock City is a well-known 'City of Craftsmen', where many powerful and skilled blacksmiths live."

"Although most vagrants are violent and lawless, it doesn't mean they are brainless."

"If you want to survive longer in the wilderness, you need equipment and medicine, two things that require considerable technical skills. They will never offend you and will even actively try to please you."

"So Clock City is not only very safe, but also has close exchanges with the abandoned city of Katari."

"Is that so... Then how about we take this route?" Xia Ye nodded, hesitated for a while and said:

"To be honest, due to my personal ability, I also need to find the blue crystal, and it just so happened that yesterday I learned that someone with a large piece of blue crystal went to the Clock City, so I wanted to try my luck."

"Hmm... okay, let's do this. Just be a little careful and speed up to leave the danger zone. It shouldn't be a big problem." Hearing this, Jinelle thought for a while and then agreed.

Judging from the information currently available, it is unlikely that she and Karen can handle this trip alone.

The joining of Xia Ye and others is undoubtedly a timely help compared to the remuneration they provide.

So she didn't mind helping Xia Ye solve his problem in return.

"Then, the next question is about transportation." Jinniel marked the red route and continued:

"It's impossible to rent a car and a driver given the distance and danger of the journey. The car Karen and I took when we came here only had two seats, so there was no room for both of us."

"Don't we have a car? It was given to us by Y. The performance of that car is completely sufficient." Xia Ye asked puzzledly.

"Who will open it?"

"Don't you know how to drive?" Xia Ye widened his eyes, quite puzzled.

"I tried it yesterday. Your car has been modified, and the modification was very random. The seat is inexplicably high, and my legs are not long enough to step on the power pedals, unless I stand and drive the whole time."

"..."

Silence, long silence.

"Laugh if you want to. This is what happens when you are short and have bad body proportions." Jinelle rolled her eyes beautifully, as if she was used to it.

"Hahahahaha!" Xia Ye really couldn't hold it in anymore.

I didn't expect that Gianniel, who is usually cool and steady, would have such an inexplicable cuteness.

"After you finish laughing, think about who will drive. Karen, that idiot, has never been able to learn. I also asked Luo Qi, and she said none of you have ever driven before."

"Let me drive, I have long legs." At this time, a crisp voice sounded from the side.

While the two were discussing, An Ke was sitting not far away, listening with his ears stretched out.

"But……"

"One day is enough. I was too lazy to learn because Sister Shana and Canaanzi were driving before."

An Ke stood up and looked at Xia Ye with a look full of pride, as if to say that you still have to rely on me at the critical moment!

But she got it installed!

12. I'm here to play with you, Xiao Xiaye

"Don't worry, Xiao Liya, with me here, nothing will happen to your brother Xia Ye!"

After a few days of getting along, the outgoing Karen has completely integrated into the Qianshi Agency, and has a particularly good relationship with Leah, who has some similar traits to him.

Before leaving, seeing Leah's reluctant expression, she put her arm around her shoulders and comforted her in a casual manner.

"But Karen is completely unreliable. Even An Ke was able to seriously injure you before..."

Leah pursed her lips and whispered, she was a natural person and couldn't care about emotional intelligence at a time like this.

"I was holding back because I didn't want to hurt her!" "Hey! She was attacked! What happened to An Ke, An Ke?"

The two parties protested at the same time.

"Okay, Leah, it's almost time for them to leave." Shana shook her head and pulled Leah back into the door, giving Xia Ye a look that said "be careful."

"Yes... We have to go now. Mr. Xia Ye, Anke, and Fiti, I will wait for you to come back safely... And Miss Karen and Miss Jinniel must also finish their business safely. Then you are welcome to stay at Qianshi Office for a few more days."

As the "head of the family", Luo Qi's farewell was more comprehensive at this time.

"Thank you in advance, Luo Qi! Can you prepare some special meals for us, the kind we haven't had in a while?"

Karen said with a sunny face.

"No problem~ I'll wait for you."

…………

The plain SUV drove away from the office.

Because they were going to pass through an area where vagrants were active, Xia Ye and Jinniel specially "decorated" the car yesterday to make it look less conspicuous and even a little old.

Looking at his beloved wives who were getting smaller and smaller in the rearview mirror, Xia Ye took a deep breath.

Next, we will embark on another dangerous journey into the wilderness.

"You really only spent one day?"

Then, he withdrew his gaze and cast his gaze at An Ke who was standing beside him. His expression was so relaxed and his movements were so skillful that one could not tell that he was a novice driver who had not even passed the first subject test.

"Why are you in the passenger seat?" An Ke glanced at Xia Ye.

Just as the vehicle entered the main road, she stepped hard on the power pedal, as if what was under her feet was not the accelerator but Xia Ye's bull.

"Then I'll leave?" Xia Ye was also used to An Ke's impolite way of speaking to her, and joked with a fluctuating tone.

"Forget it, just stay there."

Perhaps because it was too much trouble, An Ke didn't bother with the matter and looked back at the road.

"The brains of mutants in the main analysis domain are usually much more developed than those of other types of mutants, but An Ke is considered to be very outstanding even in the analysis domain."

Jinelle in the back seat exclaimed in admiration.

There are very few people who make her feel that they are smart, but there are two of them in this small place like Qianshi Office.

As she was also in the analysis domain and knew the ability of the Encore Factor, she was very clear about how amazing this girl's brain power was.

Generally speaking, the characteristics of mutants are closely related to the characteristics brought by mutant factors, and the most intuitive manifestation of mutant factors is factor ability.

For example, she possesses super computing power and memory, which comes from the fact that her heterogeneous factors tend to be biased towards data calculation, analysis, and recording statistics.

But Anke is different. Her mutant factor tends to be more specific in terms of weapon construction and manipulation. Logically, her area of expertise should only be in geometric assembly.

But Anke also possesses a terrifying memory and information capture ability.

With the same perspective, the amount of information in Anke's eyes is at least three or four times that of ordinary people, and all of it can leave a long-lasting impression.

With such talent, if he concentrates on research and invention, the achievements he can make are probably unmatched.

But it seems that research and learning are just regarded by the other party as a hobby to kill time.

"You have good taste, unlike someone who has no idea how to appreciate things and only has garbage in his head!" Hearing Jinniel's praise, Anke gave a thumbs up and nodded with satisfaction.

"I guess the 'someone' you're talking about is Xia Ye!" Karen, who likes to watch the fun, took the opportunity to add fuel to the fire.

"It should be someone else... I think Xia Ye is quite gentle and good at encouraging people..."

Fitty, who had been sitting quietly by the side, said in a low voice.