Chapter 1477: Zone 30! (part 2)
"But what is it?”
"I don’t know.”
Lauren Delder hesitated for a moment, finally answering.
He didn’t think he could hide such information.
With the strength Jason had shown, once in the 30th District, such information would be obvious.
"Within the 1-kilometer ‘safety range’?”
Jason asked.
"Within the 1-kilometer ‘safety range’ it’s just occasional, but once you leave this ‘safety range’ it’s constant.”
Lauren Delder quickly accepted the term ‘safety range.’
Having gathered another piece of information, Jason began to ask the most critical question.
“‘Jing’ sent you to the 30th District for what?”
"To draw a map!”
"That guy’s order was for me to map the 30th District in as much detail as possible!”
"Initially, a total of 10 people, including myself, accepted this task, and after entering the 30th District, we went separate ways — at the time, everyone thought this was a great opportunity.”
"But when the first night fell and the thick fog rolled in, I knew there was big trouble.”
"Afterward, I found their remains.”
"Including the remains of the guy who came to the 30th District for the second time. He died in a wooden building, leaving only some bones, the flesh was all eaten, and the bones were full of fine teeth marks.”
Lauren Delder stated truthfully.
Jason’s brows furrowed slightly.
Entering the 30th District for the second time, he was naturally not a rookie.
The wooden building he chose was also chosen for a reason.
Very likely, it was the ‘safe house’ from the first visit.
But on the second visit, it was no longer safe.
It had become a monster’s lair.
This wasn’t good news for Jason.
Because it not only meant that monsters were mobile, but also that Lauren Delder’s experience couldn’t be completely relied upon.
And there’s a more important point!
"Did they die within 1 kilometer?”
Jason asked.
"No!”
"It was within the 1-5 kilometer range, that guy who came to the 30th District for the second time died near the 5-kilometer marker.”
Lauren Delder’s answer made Jason’s heart sink.
The danger is spreading!
Not the monsters!
It’s the danger!
Last time, within the 5-kilometer range, it should’ve been safe.
So, he chose that place.
But he didn’t expect that now only within 1 kilometer is the ‘safety range.’
The range of monster activity… has expanded.
Phew!
Jason took a breath, pondered for a moment, and then spoke again.
"Do you know when the last person entered the 30th District?”
"I know.”
"That guy, to boast about himself and get more temporary subordinates, told us on the car that it was — three years ago!”
Lauren Delder nodded as he spoke.
Three years?!
From 5 kilometers, it spread to 1 kilometer!
Jason squinted his eyes.
Then, turned and walked in one direction.
Not toward the 30th District.
He had to go to the 30th District eventually.
Not just because it temporarily represented ‘safety.’
Also because it represented ‘food.’
As a gourmet, Jason knew where the best ingredients come from.
It was those places with monsters.
He certainly wouldn’t pass them up.
But he needed more preparation.
At least the basic supplies had to be adequately prepared.
And Lauren Delder?
He didn’t know what Jason was up to but followed right behind.
"Were we used as bait when we went out to draw the map?”
Walking along, Lauren Delder, starting to grasp the situation, asked.
"Not bait.”
"At most, you’re stepping stones.”
Jason replied.
"Is there a difference?”
Lauren Delder was puzzled.
"Yes.”
"Because you are not even bait.”
Jason answered very seriously.
Lauren Delder blinked, wanting to rebut, but ultimately sighed.
Because he knew Jason wasn’t wrong.
Bait, at least, is used to catch something.
Just like the role he thought he played after becoming ‘Jing’s collaborator.
And stepping stones?
Just throw it out and see if there’s any danger.
Use it once and dispose of it.
Just like toilet paper.
As for retrieving it?
That depends on whether it’s dirty or not.
If it’s not dirty, it can still be used.
If it’s dirty…
Really needs to be thrown into the toilet again.
Lauren Delder thought to himself, sighing repeatedly.
For someone whose self-confidence has been utterly crushed, it truly feels like being as humble as dust right now.
It’s not just self-confidence.
Even his thinking has become sluggish.
He hasn’t realized until now some terrifying things hidden in Jason’s questions just now.
He is only following behind Jason now, hoping to dodge this storm and survive well.
For the residents of Nightless City, just being alive is beautiful.
No matter how you live.
It’s all the same.
When “Old Man” climbed out of the sewer of District 16, he happened to see missiles being launched towards District 26.
This boss, having his own territory, many subordinates, and considerable assets in District 16, suddenly had a change of expression.
Before this, “Old Man” certainly knew there was a gap between him and Jing, but “Old Man” never imagined the gap between him and Jing could reach this extent.
Those are missiles!
Not just some gunmen or rocket launchers!
He, or more accurately most of the bosses on the street, initially thought the gap between them and Jing was only manpower.
But now it seems?
It’s really like day and night.
At least, as far as he knows, nobody he knows can manufacture missiles.
The most they can do is craft some handguns.
Weapons like submachine guns are circulated from Districts 1-15.
But now it seems.
Districts 1-15 can manufacture far more than submachine guns.
"I thought that after that war, Nightless City would have lost such technology… indeed, Uptown possesses knowledge and ability absolutely beyond the imagination of the Lower City District?”
"Old Man” thought to himself.
Next, he changed his route.
His initial plan was to go to a “safe house” in District 16.
This “safe house” is under the name of a certain boss in the district.
He utilized some methods, made a few turns, and turned it into his own safe house.
That boss naturally knows this.
But chose to turn a blind eye.
Moreover, that boss is not friendly with Jing.
Not once has he openly taunted Jing, and although they haven’t gone to war, it’s only a matter of time.
So, after “Old Man” had his lair destroyed by Jing, he instinctively prepared to go there.
But upon seeing the missiles flying in the sky, “Old Man” immediately changed his mind.
Now he can imagine.
If he really dared to appear in that “safe house,” that boss who normally taunts Jing would certainly offer him as a “gift of apology” to Jing.
Under complete overwhelming power, the other party would definitely do so.
It’s not just the other party; the bosses he knows would all do the same.
Even everyone within Nightless City would do the same.
Then, “Old Man” saw that projection.
When seeing Jason’s sketch, a bitter smile appeared on “Old Man’s” face.
It was a smile from the heart.
At the same time, carrying a trace of relief.
Because he knows he isn’t completely alone.
At least Jason is still trustworthy.
But now there’s a challenge!
How should he contact Jason?
As for it being more dangerous around Jason?
Please.
He’s an old fellow who can’t even hold a gun steady; in Nightless City he truly has no ability to protect himself at all, just being noticed by anyone familiar with him would be a dead end, better to stay with Jason.
What if he survives?
"Jason, Jason…”
"He’s a cautious lad.”
"He surely won’t go back now.”
"Only possible to move outward.”
"Outward?”
"District 30?”
"Old Man” murmured.
Then, he climbed back into the sewer.
Although the elderly may have a poor physique, they possess enough experience and plenty of knowledge.
At least “Old Man” memorized the layout of the sewers under the Ring City of Nightless City.
At the time, it was just in case.
But now?
It’s being used.
"Old Man” cautiously moved forward.
Behind him… a shadow silently followed.
"Old Man” seemed completely unaware.