Economic Development Zone.

Massive beasts, with heavy footsteps, walked towards the distance, followed by the last batch of migrating survivors.

Except for the warriors who stayed behind, this city-state that witnessed the rise of Order has become a thing of the past.

Chen Feng firmly believes that the driving force for becoming stronger is not defense but offense.

Undeniably, Chen Feng has special feelings for Economic Development Zone. It is his foundation. One could say that Economic Development Zone plays a crucial role in Order’s current sphere of influence.

A seed.

Through hardships and bitterness, it somehow grew into a towering tree. This commemorative base now, due to Chen Feng’s command, is collectively relocating. The mobilization order was issued a month ago, and with zero opposition, this city has completely become a thing of the past.

This is not an era ruled by emotions.

A city cannot waste the most precious resource in the endtimes — population — simply because it’s worth remembering.

Order’s map has now expanded into five territories: besides Economic Development Zone, there’s Bridge East, T City, Gutang Port, and Death Island, forming the domain Chen Feng currently rules.

The population is too scattered, which is not conducive to development.

Compared to promising cities like T City and Gutang Port, Economic Development Zone has unknowingly fallen into an awkward position.

Bridge East is adjacent to Bridge West, where regular periods allow some farming activities in Bridge West, maintaining insects at a considerable number to specifically supplement the city’s meat supply. However, Economic Development Zone, aside from occupying a river, has virtually no opportunity for development.

Seafaring era.

This is the goal Chen Feng has established, and naturally, the future focus will be on the ocean. After contemplating for a while, he finally made a decision to abandon Economic Development Zone and focus on Bridge East for inland priorities.

During this time, the excess survivors were arranged to head to a new base.

—— Gutang Port.

Indeed, compared to Economic Development Zone, that port has superior potential. Not only is it close to the coast but also not far from the city; it can attack from the front or guard from the rear, making it an important military fortress.

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At dawn.

The survivors concentrated in the city awakened from their dreams, and another busy day began.

Travel.

Today is the collective migration day.

"Wow!"

"What is that? The legendary giant ship?"

"So tall!"

"Is it all made of wood?"

Exclamations rang out, and people who had been waiting widened their eyes as huge warships appeared before them.

Compared to the era before the apocalypse, when majestic giant ships were entirely made of steel, the current era has regressed industrial development by countless years due to various reasons, but new things have replaced previous notions thanks to professionals.

Although the Defense is considerably weaker than steel, with the blessing of some professionals, these ships still maintain astonishing carrying capacity.

Sailing.

Everyone boarded the new journey in an orderly fashion.

Few people showed signs of anxiety or panic.

On the land beneath their feet, they experienced too many bad memories, full of pain and sadness, each losing relatives to some extent.

If there’s any attachment, they lost their initial love for this land the moment the apocalypse arrived.

Relocation.

Although it’s Chen Feng’s command, for most people, it’s also an opportunity to forget the past.

Thus, everyone carried expectations for the new environment and nostalgia for the old city as they arrived at Gutang Port, the new territory.

The expansion within Gutang Port is nearly ready to meet population demands. Next is to gradually modify the surroundings, then open market districts, shopping streets, entertainment venues, etc. The scale of the blacksmith shop is further expanded, and Gutang Port seems intent on large-scale development of military weapons.

A batch of Blacksmiths and Enchanters has been dispatched and arrived at Gutang Port.

This is the strength of Order. In the original world, Enchanters and Blacksmiths were rare resources, heavily rewarded and bound by various forces, giving these professionals considerable rights and choices.

But under Order’s shadow, sects have been entirely swept away, leaving only some freelance Battle Groups.

What?

Battle Groups dare to oppose Order?

It’s as laughable as an ant trying to trip an elephant.

In Order, all Blacksmiths and Enchanters are prohibited from serving Battle Groups as mercenaries.

These individuals are Chen Feng’s private property.

Throughout Order, weapons are strictly prohibited. For freelance forces like Battle Groups, the only way to obtain a handy weapon is to purchase one.

Grasping sharp weapons in one’s own hands.

Chen Feng not only controls food within his forces, but weapons are also strictly controlled.

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Days passed.

The people arrived near Gutang Port in no time, with a mass of elite fleets gathering around the city, attracting everyone’s attention.

The entire port was bustling with survivors numbering in the tens of thousands, and warriors had to more than double security guards for maintaining order.

Boom, boom, boom!

With three salvos, deep horn sounds echoed across Gutang Port’s sky.

In an instant, everyone fell silent, subconsciously casting their eyes toward the central high platform, where Chen Feng sat in the center, flanked by Li Siyu, the spiritual pillar, and the Inferior Demon in a black dress. If it had been a chair instead of a fierce Giant Dragon, people would have felt closer to this adorable young girl.

But now.

A creature resembling a White Dragon lay quietly under the Inferior Demon like a cat.

Seeing this scene, ordinary people couldn’t help but twitch their mouths, evidently shocked.

For some unknown reason, the young dragon’s size has grown increasingly large, with wings nearly spanning over seven meters.

As one of the strongest monsters, although its will was wiped out, its body’s functions haven’t been affected.

A stirring melody sounded.

In the heart of Gutang Port, a troop of fully armed soldiers stepped out in neat formation, led by human warriors, followed by goblins, Natives, and Naga Sirens. Even though many had seen them before, their appearance still surprised many.

Chen Feng seems to have genuinely accepted these alien races. Most astonishing is that these odd creatures appear to have integrated into the city.

These fish-tailed creatures, for example, are now indispensable ship companions, displaying their directional abilities and attracting nearby fish with songs while setting sail.

Comrades.

While some people still find everything too strange, with growing familiarity, most have become accustomed to these so-called alien races.

The rise of Gutang Port has seen them shed their blood and sweat!

Unlike their deceased kin, these beings from other Dimensions participated in crucial battles, granting them a sense of belonging and recognition.

They can confidently tell anyone they contributed something to Gutang Port’s present status!

Despite some unpleasant incidents occurring previously.

As the invader, Chen Feng caused no small amount of massacres, but everything has passed now, and things are good here; at least there’s no shortage of food or drink; the energy in the air is much stronger than the previous environment.

After these warriors passed through, several departments formed a platoon, with Lu Wei’s Dark Department being particularly striking.

Though appearing odd, no one dared to belittle or laugh at them because people could feel a biting coldness from them, signifying they are true warriors who’ve seen blood.

And at the end, beasts and insects started appearing, for Chen Feng didn’t slaughter all creatures at the port, employing the talents of Beast Tamer and Insect Control Master to tame some to serve him.

Some were surprised to find out.

In less than a month, the city has become so unfamiliar.

Confidence. 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝙚𝙬𝓮𝙗𝒏𝙤𝒗𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝒐𝓶

Unconsciously, people have progressed from initial panic to slowly gaining a sense of belonging.

The main reason for this mentality is, compared to previous rulers showing humility and fear towards the White Dragon.

This ruler not only annihilated everyone’s nightmare but also possesses stronger weapons and followers than previous forces.

Indeed.

This is not merely a welcoming ceremony for Economic Development Zone; it’s also a military parade exhibition.

Everyone present should understand that the situation of this port has changed; everyone, regardless of age or gender, can live with the dignity of being "human."

Gutang Port has embraced its rebirth.

On this very day, people learned of this port’s new ruler, a leader who brings slaughter and peace.

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