Abyss Summoner

Chapter 354 - 345: Xu Hongzhuang’s Doubts

Within the Order.

In just a few days, drastic changes have occurred, and beyond the transition of power, the lives of ordinary people in the city have greatly improved.

The reconstruction of the ruins on the west side of the bridge has begun, marking a very important signal.

Not long ago, the forces in the city were complex, intertwining with each other, so even if some people wanted to construct the city, various reasons eventually halted their efforts.

But now is different...

With the occurrence of the insect swarm, the two most powerful forces in the city were uprooted, and within just a month, Chen Feng completely took control here.

If we were to say...

The city previously resembled several wide rivers, each magnificent, yet unable to gather power in one place, whereas now...

These rivers have started to converge, gradually evolving into a vast sea.

Street reconstruction, city building, aside from gathering refugees, the eradication of insects in the city has become a top priority. Under Chen Feng’s appointment, several departments formed a pioneering team, which, in just a month, has reorganized the west side of the bridge, slaughtering all sizable insects and beasts, preventing them from forming any more threats.

Moreover, personnel have begun to be concentrated and managed, with several to dozens of patrol personnel in each area, significantly enhancing security and discipline.

More than six meat workshops have been rectified.

One hundred seventy-three rioters were killed.

Compared to the recent food crisis in the city, where wails of many survivors filled the streets, the security situation had also deteriorated, with frequent large-scale riots and looting. Some ordinary folks with stored food often fell victim to raids, subsequently leading to bloodshed.

The most atrocious were the meat workshops.

Some people mixed human flesh with insect or certain animal meats for sale...

In the darkest power struggles on the east side of the bridge, even warriors and battle group members in the camp fell into famine because each faction managed its own affairs. Even if there was food, it was only available to trusted subordinates...

In that kind of environment, some cults rose to the occasion, calling themselves the Doomsday Cult, advocating suicide, creating chaos and unrest. Many refugees, feeling hopeless, resorted to a series of murderous acts, then ended their own lives.

These people were often extreme fanatics.

Since it was challenging to target adults, their focus primarily shifted to children. In less than a year, according to incomplete statistics, 303 children have gone missing, not yet recovered.

During the time of multiparty governance, these cults proliferated recklessly, like bacteria, attaching themselves to every corner of the east side of the bridge. After Xu Hongzhuang took power, these cults underwent serious purges.

As for now, it’s Chen Feng’s world. After integrating the east side of the bridge with the Economic Development Zone, the first task was to rectify public security, and anyone violating the rules of Order would face brutal cleansing.

Chen Feng has never been a merciful person. To rise to his current position in a short period, he certainly did not rely on winning hearts through virtue.

It’s different now...

The previously chaotic situation has ended. With Chen Feng’s ascent, it proves that within the Order, he has become the authority.

This very much aligns with apocalyptic circumstances.

Compared to previous inefficiencies, after Chen Feng ascended, he not only suppressed a group of opposing forces but also appointed a cohort of experts loyal to him or to the Order.

With the arrival of the insect swarm, the east side of the bridge lost several valuable talents, casting a shadow over everyone’s hearts in this environment.

Therefore, after Chen Feng came to power, he vigorously supported some emerging forces and talents.

A new revolution has begun. For Chen Feng, this is the worst time, yet it is also his best era.

............

Xu Hongzhuang visited Chen Feng early in the morning.

During this period, Xu Hongzhuang had already laid down all her burdens. Besides being the leader of the Iron Demon Army, she no longer held any other positions.

Chen Feng sat beside her, a huge lion lying at the other’s feet like a domestic dog, utterly calm. However, Xu Hongzhuang, well-versed with the other party, knew that this seemingly pet-like peaceful creature was, in reality, a formidable top-class beast.

Looking at the young man before her, Xu Hongzhuang harbored resentment but more so was astonished. If upon seeing him again, she carried many fears in her heart, now, having gone through much, her mindset had broadened considerably.

Xu Hongzhuang never submitted to anyone, but her mentality began to change after knowing Chen Feng...

Whether it was his age, power, Summoned Beast, or unflustered character, all deeply surprised Xu Hongzhuang. Before him, she always felt transparent, as if everything was seen through by the other, an indescribable feeling.

It was a kind of...

Illusion dominated by fear; in front of Chen Feng, she couldn’t muster the courage and pride.

No matter how strong she became, the other always had a hundred ways to instill fear, deterring her from becoming his enemy.

Yet...

He was clearly so young, even not much older than herself.

Seeing Xu Hongzhuang, Chen Feng showed no expression and immediately asked, "Is there something?"

Faced with Chen Feng’s inquiry, Xu Hongzhuang hesitated visibly, but after a brief eye contact, she slowly said, "I need you to tell me, what should I do next?"

Xu Hongzhuang is a pure person.

She never rejoices over a small achievement; to her, more often than not, her thoughts are simple — how to become stronger.

Xu Hongzhuang is not someone who travels through time and cannot grasp the future trend, but in one aspect, she is one of the rare prodigies of this era. Her proud wisdom and far-sighted vision have seen hints of chaos before its arrival.

Just one thing, this world has long decayed. Just within the city beneath her feet, so many changes have occurred that one cannot fathom what monsters and enemies dwell on the surrounding lands.

Pervading wisdom.

Although due to some matters, Xu Hongzhuang had strong resistance towards Chen Feng, she could not deny that the young man before her, no matter what he did, seemed never to fail.

During this period, since Xu Hongzhuang began interacting with him, it seemed that whatever Chen Feng said or did was never wrong.

She had to admit that he possessed a foresight she couldn’t match.

Is this showing weakness?

An entity with a hero’s template, bound to become a human icon, stooping to humbly seek guidance from oneself.

Yet.

Chen Feng did not become conceited because of this.

Xu Hongzhuang had strength and some notable wisdom. Of course, the so-called wisdom is not about how high her abilities are but about possessing extraordinary strength yet being able to humbly seek knowledge. Facing him, undoubtedly, she positioned herself with a weaker attitude.

Chen Feng looked at Xu Hongzhuang before him, paused for a moment, and then said: "The world has changed, and we cannot view problems with previous perspectives. The insect swarm is merely a prelude, a force of nature. Before long, it will invade this world."

"The flood will come, and we must make preparations in advance."

"Besides building dams and drainage channels, we need to construct a port."

"The incessant rains will engulf some inland areas. In this environment, the ocean will rise from the previous 71% coverage to 80%. Fortunately, this city’s elevation is high, unlikely to be submerged. However, for cities at lower altitudes, it will undoubtedly be an unavoidable disaster."

"We need to build many ships."

Chen Feng slowly stood up.

Then he walked a few steps towards Xu Hongzhuang, and said in a somber tone, "Want to become stronger? Then, when the ocean arrives, join me to explore this real world."