Apocalypse: Last Traveler

"Got it."

Lu Xi'an said as he drove. He didn't rush to leave the city but went to a gas station in the city first.

Earlier, when they entered the city, Yao Wei had looked at the map and pointed out the location of the gas station in the city, so Lu Xi'an drove straight in that direction.

After turning a corner, the houses in the rear gradually disappeared from view.

Chai Xin also withdrew her gaze, no longer looking resentful, and continued, "It's good that you got it. You tried it, right? The effect of that thing.

"When you hold that thing, it feels warm in your hand, and it feels like your whole body is full of energy. I put it in the cave, lay on it to rest, and felt refreshed in no time.

"With this thing, you can always maintain your state, never feel drowsy, it's quite handy.

"But unfortunately, it doesn't stave off hunger."

"..."

Lu Xi'an fell silent for a moment and asked, "Is this how that thing is used?"

Chai Xin asked, "What else?"

"..."

Lu Xi'an fell silent again.

He glanced at Chai Xin, feeling that she didn't seem to be lying.

And since Chai Xin had given them the stone, there was no reason for her to lie.

It seems this girl truly doesn't know the real use of the Fungus Stone. No wonder when he and Yao Wei had asked her earlier why she was so powerful, her response was muddled.

Chai Xin continued, "They must have always been concerned about that stone, otherwise, they wouldn't have constantly targeted me.

"That stone didn't have such effects before. They say when someone touches that stone, their body would rot and die.

"I once broke into Mengxin City and was captured by them. They tied me up, stuffed the stone on me, wanting to use it to torment me to death.

"But for some reason, the stone suddenly changed. I don't know if I was lucky to encounter the stone when it changed.

"Anyway, when I touched the stone, my body didn't rot, and my body, which had fought with them for so long, suddenly recovered.

"I took the opportunity to escape quickly. Later, I was able to survive in the wilderness with the help of that stone, as it was excellent for recovering my spirit."

Lu Xi'an nodded after listening to Chai Xin and said, "It's indeed useful."

"Right!"

Chai Xin laughed triumphantly, "But now it's yours!

"You were willing to take me in, give me food, and said you'd take me to a good place, you guys are good people!

"I've never met such good people like you in my life! The stone is yours, you can use it. I have nothing else to offer."

"Thank you."

Lu Xi'an thanked her, not saying anything more.

He drove into the gas station, let Gou connect the electricity, checked the fuel dispenser, confirmed it was still usable, and then refueled the car.

The person behind them followed along, panting heavily, hurriedly running, and didn't even bother to carry the Neo-Human's head, leaving it somewhere unknown.

As he rushed into the gas station, Lu Xi'an and Yao Wei had just filled up the gas tank.

Yao Wei had already taken another person off the car roof and untied the ropes.

Yao Wei returned to standing on the car roof, while Lu Xi'an got back in the car and drove off.

The two people's faces turned pale, but Lu Xi'an said, "Alright, it's enough to cover your escape from them. From now on, you're on your own."

Such traitors cannot be introduced to Luo Ping.

He drove away, and the two people knew it was useless to say anything more, so they stood there dejectedly.

By this time, it was gradually getting dark, but there were many people in the city, so Lu Xi'an and Yao Wei didn't plan to stay.

They drove out of the city, found a place to stop, and rested.

Yao Wei took a cloth from the trunk, wrapped the wolf corpse on the car roof, and returned to the car, sitting in the passenger seat.

Chai Xin returned to her old spot, curled up to rest.

Lu Xi'an handed the wolf-skin wrapped Fungus Stone back to Chai Xin and said, "Tonight is too dark, not good for making food. You'll have to endure hunger for one more night, wait until tomorrow morning.

"And this stone, hold onto it at night for now. Once we're out of Mengxin City, we'll part ways, and you won't be able to use it later."

The X-17 Strain Plan Practical Manual stated clearly that everyone in this world is Neo-Human now.

Those Type D-1 Strain created Neo-Humans are equipped with two attributes: resistance to cold and hunger.

These abilities may not be as strong as the Neo-Humans like Lu Xi'an and Yao Wei, but they're good enough. Seeing Chai Xin's current state, she should be able to endure another night.

Chai Xin nodded, not refusing, indicating it was no problem.

Regarding the nighttime use of the Fungus Stone, Chai Xin tried to decline, but Lu Xi'an was resolute, and Yao Wei seemed to agree with whatever Lu Xi'an said. Chai Xin had no choice but to hold the stone while she slept.

Before sleeping, she couldn't help but remark, "You guys are truly good people!"

Lu Xi'an smiled at this, saying nothing.

He didn't directly tell Chai Xin the true function of the Fungus Stone to prevent her from feeling reluctant or covetous when it was time to part ways, causing any trouble.

But Chai Xin hadn't completely transitioned from Type D-1 Neo-Human to Type D Neo-Human, so she still needed to use the stone.

Once they left Mengxin City and reached a place with a slightly better environment, Chai Xin would have recovered enough, and they would eventually part ways with her.

By then, Chai Xin would embark on her journey alone. They would inform Chai Xin of the location of the secret base north of Shanyin County, Pingchuan City, where Luo Ping was. Whether Chai Xin goes there would be her own decision.

Lu Xi'an and Yao Wei couldn't accompany Chai Xin all the way to Pingchuan City.

When Lu Xi'an first got in the car, he intended to hitch a ride and get off at a suitable place.

But previously, they had encountered suitable places to settle down, yet Lu Xi'an didn't get off.

Now, he couldn't get off, planning to stay in the car for the long haul.

As for Yao Wei, she mentioned she was going to Wanquan County, Mengze City, in the south.

Lu Xi'an had never asked Yao Wei about her purpose for the journey, but he could guess somewhat. He wasn't planning to get off, and knew this journey wouldn't lead to Pingchuan City.

Otherwise, Luo Ping would have turned south earlier, and they would have followed suit.

Heading south, they were bound to part ways. Before that, let's hope Chai Xin can rely on the Fungus Stone to fully evolve into a Type D Neo-Human.

That way, when she travels alone after they part, she'll be safer.

...

A night without words, the next day was still warm weather.

Chai Xin woke up curled up, the Fungus Stone wrapped in wolf skin still in her arms. She grinned and said to Lu Xi'an and Yao Wei, "I feel so comfortable! Thank you guys!"