Chapter 1493: Making Soup!
Jason, the “Old Man” and Lauren Delder walked in single file across the wilderness of Area 30.
The entire Area 30 was a vast wilderness, other than stones, there were grayish plants — the former were hard, the latter were poisonous.
Food like “Bitter Vines” was already considered the only vitality in this wasteland.
“‘Bitter Vines’ was something Jing sent people to teach me to recognize before I entered Area 30, along with some clean water sources.”
While walking, Lauren Delder spoke lowly to the “Old Man.”
"That guy knows Area 30 far more than anyone else.”
The “Old Man” affirmed.
There was no doubt about this, Lauren Delder nodded immediately.
"Not just Area 30, but also Uptown.”
"I feel like an idiot.”"Before, how did I have the confidence to think I could become a collaborator with that guy, or even surpass him?”
Lauren Delder chuckled bitterly.
Since suffering a series of setbacks, Lauren Delder’s confidence was greatly diminished.
He also learned self-deprecation.
The “Old Man” didn’t mind this.
On the contrary, he found Lauren Delder easy to get along with in this state.
"At least, you’re still alive.”
The “Old Man” smiled, comforting him.
"That’s the only thing I can be proud of now.”
"Before…”
"I was really being a frog in a well.”
Lauren Delder took a deep breath and also flashed a smile.
Yes!
He’s still alive.
That’s enough!
What could be more important than being alive?
Of course, to live better!
That’s what he was now.
Unconsciously, Lauren Delder reached out to touch the two large backpacks on his back — inside were originally brought canned goods and supplies carried by the Law Enforcers. Ｒ𝐀ΝȯВΕś
Many of these were good things.
For example: energy bars.
Although the taste is average, just one can sustain you for a whole day.
Prior to this, Lauren Delder had only heard of such things.
If it wasn’t for the “Old Man” explaining, he wouldn’t have known what they were.
Of course, what pleased Lauren Delder most was the chocolate, candies, and instant drinks.
Who doesn’t like chocolate?
And who doesn’t like sweet flavors?
When the two combine, who can refuse?
Lauren Delder couldn’t think of anyone.
Anyway, he was full of anticipation.
Because, just now Jason promised him that after finding a new “safe house,” they could share a piece of chocolate, three candies, and three packs of instant drinks.
Thinking of Jason’s promise filled Lauren Delder with enthusiasm.
Compared to Lauren Delder, the “Old Man” was much more composed.
The boss of Area 16 could routinely enjoy foods that someone from Lauren Delder’s humble background would never dare to imagine.
Thus, the “Old Man” now had the mind-space to think about other matters.
"Lauren, what’s the deal with the ‘Freedom Army’?”
The “Old Man” asked.
Jason, walking ahead, paid more attention.
"I’m not really familiar with the ‘Freedom Army,’ but I know these guys are Jing’s thorn in the side. Jing has expressed more than once the desire to eliminate these bastards.”
Lauren Delder responded instinctively.
However, after speaking, Lauren Delder added less confidently, “I’m not sure if that guy is just putting on a show, after all, with the strength he’s displayed, I feel the ‘Freedom Army’ is absolutely no match.”
"The ‘Freedom Army’ is far more formidable than you imagine.”
"Their presence in the history of Nightless City’s Lower City District within Ring City far predates Jing’s appearance.”
"When I was very young, I heard about the ‘Freedom Army.’
The “Old Man” said as he gestured at his waist.
The height was roughly that of a six or seven-year-old child.
"Really that long ago?”
Lauren Delder was visibly surprised.
This former collaborator of the big figure didn’t know much about the ‘Freedom Army.’
He learned about the ‘Freedom Army’ not long ago.
"It’s even longer than you think.”
"Because the person who told me about the ‘Freedom Army’ was my father.”
"When he was very young, he also heard about the ‘Freedom Army.’
The “Old Man” stated.
"Whoa!”
"Doesn’t that mean the ‘Freedom Army’ has a history of almost a hundred years?”
Lauren Delder turned to the “Old Man” seeking confirmation.
The “Old Man” nodded.
"The history of the ‘Freedom Army’ is beyond doubt.”
"But the style of the ‘Freedom Army’ has changed.”
"When I was young, the ‘Freedom Army’ was a group many young people yearned for, but by the time I grew up, it was almost a Nightless City urban legend.”
"By the time I was old, it had already become an urban legend.”
The “Old Man’s” sigh made Lauren Delder scratch his head.
This former collaborator of the big figure felt that the “Old Man’s” words carried deeper meaning, but he couldn’t quite decipher what it was.
After thinking for a long time, Lauren Delder ultimately chose to give up.
"What do you mean by that, ‘Old Man’?”
"Just say it outright!”
"This roundabout way makes me uncomfortable.”
Since admitting he wasn’t very clever, Lauren Delder completely abandoned his so-called “futile pride,” and faced with the “Old Man” and Jason, he simply asked when he didn’t understand something.
"Have you ever come into direct contact with the ‘Freedom Army’ back then, ‘Old Man’?”
Jason walking in front suddenly spoke.
"Yes.”