Chapter 94: Territory (1/2)
Chapter 94: Territory
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A building had collapsed right across the street which blocked the way. Luo Yuan observed the surroundings from the intersection. Gritting his teeth, he decided to go down another route.
The whole city had fallen beyond recognition within just a few days. Crumbled and damaged buildings were everywhere. Layers of dust covered the roads while human skeletons piled up around the roadside. A few pieces of torn clothes that were stained with dried blood could be seen fluttering in the wind.
Just as Lou Yuan and his group were walking past the skeletons, a colony of black beetles the size of a fingernail scattered out from the pile of skeletons and were gone in the blink of an eye.
A few low level mutated beasts passed by and some had stopped with the intention to hunt as their bloodshot eyes locked on to the group of humans.
An indescribable stench of rotting flesh permeated through the entire city.
It was a picture of absolute desolation!
If not for the howls from the beasts that could be heard further away, this place would certainly have been a ghost town.
Luckily, during their journey, Lou Yuan did not come across a single large creature- though that did not mean they no longer existed. A territorial aura was emitted a few blocks away. It was obvious that these creatures had divided their territories within the past few days. An oppressive atmosphere could be felt everywhere, making everyone want to just take off and run purely on instinct.
Yet because it was still some distance away, normal people could not sense it. Their senses were too weak. Among the group, only Wang Shishi could feel a hint of the aura that was emitted.
Luo Yuan would certainly have avoided this route if he had any other choice but this beast's territory was too large, ranging from about 5 - 6 kilometer squared. If they wanted to avoid this area it would make for a far more winding route. Furthermore, the neighboring beasts would not be any better.
If Luo Yuan were to be categorized according to the mutated beast's levels, he would only rank as light blue. With the aid of his weapon and combat skills, he could certainly battle against blue level creatures.
It was very risky for a light blue level creature to enter a blue level creature's territory but the meditation that he had practiced was not for nothing. He could already master the manipulation of his own willpower especially after mastering his ‘Knife Skills’.
He did his best to contain his thoughts that were held deep in his heart, afraid to expose himself to the beasts. Wang Shishi was not afraid of these creatures as long as Luo Yuan was by her side. She cast her telekinesis powers and her shuttle immediately hovered over her head.
”Don't do anything!” Luo Yuan immediately stopped her in a quiet voice. ”We should cross this place as quick as possible” he added.
”What's up?” Huang Jiahui asked and suddenly noticed that beads of sweat were already dotting Luo Yuan's forehead. She began to tremble as she realised Luo Yuan must have discovered something frightening to summon this type of reaction.
”Boss Luo, please don't scare me” Huo Dong said with forced a smile, attempting to lighten the mood but his voice was also trembling.
Luo Yuan looked at everyone with a grim face, ”I'm sorry to tell all of you that an intimidating beast lurks around here. Even for me, running away is the only option! Everyone, please be quiet. We should quickly leave this area.”
”Then… Then why didn't we go the other way round?” Ning Xiaoran stuttered, this girl who was normally quiet was obviously horrified by the tensed situation.
”All beasts have their own territories. This might be the most dangerous area but it is also the safest route. Did any of you notice that there are low level mutated beasts all around? We're probably considered similar if not lower rank than these creatures to the beast. If we're lucky, maybe we won't even attract its attention,” another female spoke from the group.
Luo Yuan was a little impressed. He could see that she was also afraid but could still maintain a clear mind even when she was scared.
After she felt Luo Yuan’s gaze, Cao Ling could not help but straighten her back.
Cao Ling used to be a planning department manager. Her capabilities and social skills were great seeing that she could join the company's higher management team from just a normal employee within five years after graduation despite fierce competition. Most importantly, she always stood out during crucial moments which left a good impression on the higher management.
Being a female during an apocalypse was a direct weakness- she had weak strength, slow speed and was not evolved. However, the competitive pressures she had felt before the apocalypse could match what she was feeling now. She would even sacrifice her body in order to survive.
Luo Yuan who had two women with him seemed to look decent and respected females. That was enough for Cao Ling. Relationships were considered a luxury for females her age. If it were not for the apocalypse, she would probably have gone on a blind date and gotten married in haste.
Sun Xiaowu did not want to be shadowed, especially by a woman this pretty. He laughed dryly, ”Hopefully the beast would be full from feasting and wouldn't want to have us as dessert.”