Guixu Immortal Kingdom

Chapter 60 Desert Oasis
Squeak! !

A sharp hiss rang out. Instantly, the entire army of desert army ants did not pause for long. Instead, they lowered their heads and burrowed into the yellow sand. The sand surged, clearly showing that they were going to burrow directly under the sand to cross this area, but they still did not give up their pursuit of the survivors in the camp.

However, because it was blocked by those strange powders and was traveling underground, its speed was ultimately slowed down considerably.

Once you cross that area, tracking it again becomes much more difficult.

Along the way, the dire wolves at the front ran at breakneck speed. Behind them, all the survivors in the camp desperately tried to escape and chase after them. Some people, due to the limitations of their means of transportation, gradually fell behind in the group, and some couldn't catch up.

However, in the midst of fleeing for their lives, no one has the spare capacity to look after others.

Being able to take care of yourself is already quite an achievement.

As a result, the entire line became longer and longer.

Fortunately, the vehicle that had come from the hotel earlier was a great help, making the overall speed quite good and the efficiency very high.

Before long, the lead wolf stopped in a mountain hollow. The location was very special, as it could block out most of the sandstorms. It must have been a lush and vibrant place, with various tree stumps scattered everywhere.

"Alright, this is Qingfeng Pass. Now that we've arrived, we've probably escaped those desert army ants. You guys are pretty lucky to have managed to break through their encirclement. Your actions were truly decisive. If you had hesitated even a little longer and allowed the ants to surround you more tightly, it would have been much more difficult to break through, and even if you had, you would have suffered heavy losses."

The young man spoke cheerfully, his gaze sweeping over the crowd that was gradually gathering around him.

A strong interest was evident in his eyes.

“Brother, I am Liang Hongguang, the leader of the Mud Wanderer Camp. This is Pang Yan and Tian Buqi. May I ask your surname and where you are from? We were able to escape danger this time thanks to your guidance. Otherwise, we would not know how to get rid of those desert army ants.”

Liang Hongguang grinned, revealing a smile, and stepped forward to speak.

“My name is Chen Xiaoshan, and I come from Shihu Village. I came out here to investigate the surrounding area. I didn’t expect to run into you and even see desert army ants. This is big news, and I must pass the message back as soon as possible. If these desert army ants appear near our Shihu Village, it will be troublesome.”

Chen Xiaoshan made no attempt to hide anything, readily recounting his origins. A hint of worry lingered in his eyes; after all, those enormous desert army ants were indeed a cause for concern. Encountering them would certainly not end well; they posed a significant threat wherever they were.

“Shihu Village, you are a village and settlement established in the land of fire.”

Tian Buqi exclaimed in surprise, his eyes shining.

"Great! After so many days, we've finally found a new place to gather. Can we go and rest for a bit?"

Pang Yan also showed a look of anticipation.

Only a true land of fire can provide a suitable habitat for humanity, and even for all races of the heavens, to thrive, cultivate crops and raise livestock, and establish villages. Such a place must be a land of fire, capable of meeting the needs for survival and reproduction.

No matter what, it's still safer than outside.

That is the real sanctuary.

The Ruins of Guixu is a place that countless wandering camps dream of finding.

All I could think about was finding a place where no one was left to keep the flame burning.

"It's wonderful to have found a village belonging to our human race. I don't want to continue this life of wandering. I wonder if Stone Tiger Village will accept outsiders now."

"No matter what, let's wait and see. As long as we can survive, that's all that matters."

In the Muddy Homeless Camp, many homeless people had different thoughts running through their minds. Undoubtedly, if they had the chance to settle down, no one would want to continue being homeless. Being homeless means living a precarious life, and no one knows whether they will die today or tomorrow.

Upon hearing that there was a village, my mind immediately began to race.

When Cai Honglong and the others heard this, they were secretly delighted, as this was a good thing.

Although they have fallen into the Ruins, they have a chance to settle down. Who wants to wander? The price of wandering is too high. Even if there is danger in the village, it is definitely much better than outside.

"Rest should be fine, but the specifics will depend on the village head and elders of Shihu Village."

Chen Xiaoshan couldn't guarantee anything on this matter, but he could promise to take them there. How the village treated them would depend on the decision from above. Of course, in his opinion, there shouldn't be any major problems.

"Alright, Brother Chen, please lead the way so we can meet the village head."

Liang Hongguang had a big smile on his face, and the scars on his face had softened considerably.

"Everyone, follow me. Our Shihu Village is just across this mountain pass, and you'll see it."

Chen Xiaoshan then led the way. The dire wolf moved with practiced ease through the mountain pass, with the rest of the camp close behind.

"We've lost more men. Now, the combined number of survivors from the Muddy Wanderers' Camp and our side is probably less than two hundred. Those desert army ants are terrifying. If they pounce on you and bite you, you're unlikely to survive or escape." Qi Lin said with a hint of emotion in his eyes.

"Encountering desert army ants during the Golden Sands Moon is one of the most terrifying situations one might encounter. The sheer number of them would make even a peak Black Iron rank expert's scalp tingle and heart tremble. To escape would be an incredible stroke of luck. I've heard that during the Golden Sands Moon, entire nomadic camps have frequently perished under the weight of desert army ants. The fact that only a few dozen people died is considered the best-case scenario."

Liu San found this situation more acceptable.

Death is the most common thing in the Ruins of Return. You get used to it. Grasp everything and live on. That is the greatest comfort to the dead. Deep in his eyes, there is a scar that ordinary people cannot touch.

Everyone has their share of sorrows when they fall into ruin.

"Shihu Village, I wonder what kind of villages, shelters, and settlements will be built in this land of fire."

Ji Tianhao gazed into the distance with a deep look in his eyes, a unique feeling stirring within him.

In the Ruins of Return, every day is fresh, and the information encountered is entirely new, giving people a unique experience.

By coming into contact with the gathering place within the Land of Fire, we have officially touched upon the most authentic side of the Ruins, though it is only the tip of the iceberg.

They chatted casually along the way, rambling about all sorts of things, mostly Liu San doing the talking. After all, he had spent more time in Guixu and knew more information. Liu San was eager to integrate into the team and wouldn't miss such an opportunity to show goodwill.

From the conversation, it's clear that Liu San has a rather tactful personality.

They possess extremely keen decisiveness when it comes to survival.

"Look ahead, isn't that an oasis?"

"My God, I actually saw a wheat field, am I dreaming?"

"The land of the torch, the land of life, is this Shihu Village ahead? This settlement can truly protect, multiply, survive, and thrive."

"God knows how long it's been since I've seen such a vibrant scene; it's like a dream."

Before they knew it, after passing through the mountain pass, their view suddenly opened up, revealing a shocking scene that left them speechless with disbelief.

At first glance, the area in front of us is not very large, roughly two miles in radius.

However, in the desolate desert, or even in the ruins, it is very conspicuous and extremely eye-catching.

It is an oasis in the desert, a green island in the sea.

The moment you see it, you can't help but feel a strong longing and desire.

The outermost edge is covered with wheat fields and rice paddies, planted with various fruits and vegetables, lush and green, which can bring joy to people. But if you keep looking at the endless yellow sand, devoid of any life, you will become depressed after a while.

Many people couldn't help but smile when they saw it.

In the farmland, numerous buildings and houses could be seen, and many people were working in the fields. Squads of imposing figures patrolled the rice paddies and wheat fields, each carrying various weapons, their eyes sharp, their aura extraordinary. It was clear at a glance that they were battle-hardened elites, each a cultivator who had crossed the threshold of cultivation. Their blood and energy surged.

Even in hot weather, he sweats far less than the average person.

At the outermost edge stands a huge gate—Shihu Village!
The village signboard bears the marks of time and hardship.

"Stop anyone who comes."

Under the village archway, a guard team was on duty. When they saw a large group of people coming, they immediately became alert, their eyes filled with warning. This was only because Chen Xiaoshan was leading the way; otherwise, they would have been even more vigilant.

"Team Leader Jiang, this is a nomadic camp I encountered while scouting the outskirts. They were being chased by desert army ants, so I brought them out. They plan to rest in our Shihu Village. As for the rest, it's up to the village head and the others."

Chen Xiaoshan stepped forward and spoke with him.

He showed great respect for the burly middle-aged man in front of him, who was 1.9 meters tall. This man was one of the top experts in the village. Jiang's reputation was earned through fighting, not just by shouting.

"Chief Liang, this is Captain Jiang, the captain of our Shihu Village Guard Team."

"Captain Jiang, this is Chief Liang, the leader of the Muddy Wanderers Camp."

Chen Xiaoshan then began to introduce himself.

"Hello, Chief Liang, I am Jiang Zhengqi, the captain of the Shihu Village Guard Team."

Jiang Zhengqi nodded, and his gaze softened as he looked over.

(End of this chapter)