Little Fox closed its eyes and used its scanning function to sweep the widest area, finally settling on L City as the final answer.
The head of the L City Safety Base, Fang Chengwu, didn’t seem like the kind of person who would build a safe passage for L City, so it was better for Chu Jiangyue to handle it herself. By then, the toll collected would be Chu Jiangyue’s, and even if Fang Chengwu regretted it, it’d be too late.
Of course, if he wanted to build a safe passage himself, Chu Jiangyue could provide him with materials.
However, Chu Jiangyue was sure he wouldn’t suddenly gain a conscience and would only charge two Level 1 Crystal Cores for a round trip, otherwise, just the massive construction costs wouldn’t be recouped even after a hundred years.
"Alright, let’s go with your plan. First, help me draft a route for the safe passage; I’ll announce it and look for people to build it now."
Having made a decision, Chu Jiangyue wouldn’t hesitate and immediately began taking action.
’Okay, host.’
Little Fox replied happily and then focused on designing an optimal route for the safe passage from Jianglin Hotel to L City.
Shen Zhigui and the others noticed the announcement Chu Jiangyue had just released, and upon seeing that a safe passage was opened, they were all surprised.
They were originally responsible for building the safe passage, but to go out with Chu Jiangyue, they finally transferred the work to a few ordinary people.
They didn’t expect it to be completed and opened so quickly.
However, seeing the toll of two Crystal Cores for a round trip, they all showed a bit of surprise.
They thought Chu Jiangyue would put it into use directly like the B City Safety Base, but didn’t expect a toll rule to be added.
This was similar to the safe passage Ban Huafang built before.
But considering that Chu Jiangyue funded the entire construction herself, charging a toll seemed understandable.
Moreover, a round-trip fee of two Crystal Cores was really, really low—it was almost free.
Even an ordinary person, with some effort, could kill a Level 1 Zombie.
If they had companions to work with, it was basically no problem at all.
They couldn’t expect Chu Jiangyue to be that selfless and use her massive investment to build a safe passage for others to use for free.
"Brother Shen, should we go to W City?"
Su Zhucheng and the others looked at Shen Zhigui.
Since Boss Chu opened a safe passage to W City, they might as well go check it out.
There might be unexpected gains in a new place.
Shen Zhigui pondered for a moment before speaking, "If you want to go, go. With a safe passage, there’s no longer any safety hazard on the most unstable road, so it’s not a problem to go have a look."
Besides, seeing Chu Jiangyue’s current approach, Jianglin Hotel probably needed new guests now, and they could advertise Jianglin Hotel for Chu Jiangyue in W City.
With more survivors joining, Jiangling Hotel might bring them more surprises.
After all, it wasn’t long since Jiangling Hotel had unlocked the restaurant, grocery store, and clinic.
According to Shen Zhigui’s guess, once Jianglin Hotel had more people or met some other conditions, it could unlock more unknown possibilities.
If Chu Jiangyue knew about Shen Zhigui’s guess regarding Jianglin Hotel, she might be greatly surprised.
After all, his guesses were quite close to the mark.
"Should we call Boss Chu?"
Lin Xuyuan timidly said, looking at Shen Zhigui as he spoke.
Shen Zhigui glanced at him, "Up to you."
He felt that Chu Jiangyue, who had just returned to Jianglin Hotel, probably didn’t want to go out at this time.
Lin Xuyuan’s intention was for Shen Zhigui to call Chu Jiangyue himself; he didn’t have the courage to do it.
He smiled sheepishly and didn’t say anything more.
What was happening here, Chu Jiangyue wasn’t aware of, otherwise she’d really marvel at how well Shen Zhigui seemed to understand her.
*
"Brother Wen An, it’s W City! Mom and Dad went on a business trip to W City. Let’s hurry to find Mom, Dad, Uncle, and Aunt!"
Liu Yiyi was so excited upon receiving the announcement of the opening of the safe passage to W City that she was almost jumping for joy.
She was brought up as a young lady by her parents, with only Zheng Wen’an by her side lately. Later, even Zheng Wen’an abandoned her.
Now, with the possibility of contacting her parents, Liu Yiyi didn’t want to give up this opportunity at all.
But going out alone made her nervous, so she went to Zheng Wen’an’s room to call him out, wanting to go with him.
Upon hearing Liu Yiyi’s words, Zheng Wen’an was a bit moved; after all, he was also a person of flesh and blood.
Who wouldn’t want to find their parents?
But now, aside from the safe passage to W City, they knew nothing. Once outside the safe passage in W City, where would they go to find anyone?
They couldn’t possibly do a carpet search in the vast snowy landscape.
This would not only consume their physical strength, energy, and time but also risk their lives.
Even with enough food and water, they couldn’t linger long in a snowy environment.
Otherwise, even wearing thermal suits, they might face life-threatening situations in the snow.
Thinking about this made Zheng Wen’an hesitant.
But giving up on finding his own parents was also something he couldn’t do.
"Yiyi, don’t rush. Let me think it over."
He had to come up with a foolproof plan before he’d consider taking this risk, as he was unwilling to risk his life for anyone.
In the end, he was still a selfish person.
Upon hearing Zheng Wen’an’s refusal, Liu Yiyi showed a disappointed expression, thinking Brother Wen An shared her thoughts.
But now she realized, it seemed like she was the only one thinking that way.
"Alright, but please let me know once you decide, Brother Wen An. I’ll be waiting for you."
For safety reasons, Liu Yiyi still wanted to go with Zheng Wen’an to W City.
No matter the outcome, she had to ensure her own safety.
In this sense, their thoughts were pretty much aligned. No wonder they were childhood sweethearts; they were a natural pair!
Jiang Zhenzhen, living with Liu Yiyi, showed a sinister smile after receiving the announcement of the opening of the safe passage to W City, as if reminded of something.
Chu Jiangyue, since threatening you with your family didn’t work, this should change your expression, right?
Let’s see if our perfect Boss Chu can maintain her usual calm composure then.
The guests at Jianglin Hotel searched for friends and partners, and after a night passed, peace was finally restored.
The next day, as the sky lightened with dawn, Jianglin Hotel started to stir.