"Were those who went missing in Luocheng and were later rescued all released?"
Lu Heng recalled his two robots into his space before looking at Lin Yu.
"They've been released. After you left with those foreigners, we checked them again. Those people showed no abnormalities, and we couldn't keep them locked up forever."
"And within the city, is there any talk about aliens?"
"No, our people are quite reliable. I specifically instructed them before letting them go."
Although people had some understanding of aliens from science fiction movies and TV shows before the apocalypse, knowing that aliens had truly appeared in human life would likely cause widespread panic.
"We need to find the right time. The matter of aliens on Blue Star will eventually be made public, but the opportunity must be seized well."
"Yes, we'll do as you say, Brother Lu. It still depends on how your final talks with the aliens go."
"I don't plan to seek out Bona and the others anytime soon. Meeting them too often isn't good."
"Also, please compile a list of our city's combat personnel, and send me the information of those who have performed exceptionally well, possess strong combat abilities, and have good skills."
"Yes, I'll have people prepare it. We have monthly assessments, and everyone's abilities are recorded."
"Do you offer rewards for their assessments?"
"Yes, we give them points within the base. They can use these points to exchange for supplies or the elixirs I refine."
"Speaking of which, I almost forgot. How are your elixirs coming along?"
"It's still the same. I've read all the books on elixirs. The elixirs we refine daily are no longer sold externally; they are exclusively for exchange with personnel within Wuming City."
"That's good too. Scarcity breeds value. Otherwise, people outside might think those elixirs are easy to make."
"However, you don't need to refine every elixir yourself; it takes quite a lot of time. I have quite a few elixirs in my space. You should focus on improving your refining skills."
"I know, that's what I'm thinking too. Of course, the rare elixirs I refine will cost more points."
"What rare elixirs do you have?"
When Lu Heng first encountered the Shenyuan Continent, his impression of elixirs was limited to those that restored health and energy, as well as some life-saving ones.
"Elixirs that temporarily increase ability levels. These are quite good, and many people exchange for them. They sometimes save up points specifically to get these elixirs."
Lu Heng mused that this was likely Lin Yu's own invention, as he hadn't seen such elixirs in Jinyang City.
Elixirs that could temporarily boost attributes were undeniably extraordinary.
After speaking, Lin Yu took out several glass bottles from his storage ring. "I haven't seen you in a while, so I forgot. Why don't you take a few bottles too?"
"Alright, I'll keep them. Just in case I need them someday. By the way, how much does it increase their effectiveness?"
"It's similar to ordinary weapons, and it doesn't conflict with weapons; the effects can be stacked."
"Then that's good. Are the raw materials for refining elixirs sufficient?"
Most of the materials Lin Yu used for refining elixirs came from the Shenyuan Continent. Lu Heng had given Lin Yu a lot before, but these were consumable resources, and Lu Heng had to replenish them for him from time to time.
"They're okay, but not many left. I don't always refine elixirs. I've tried refining everything from the elixir books I have. For things not urgently needed, I don't refine them much now."
"Then what else do you need? I'll get some more for you."
"That would be too much trouble. What I have can last for a while."
Lin Yu didn't realize how simple it was for Lu Heng to duplicate resources from the Shenyuan Continent.
"Wait for me, it'll be quick."
Lu Heng said to Lin Yu and instantly left the room, returning to his space.
Lin Yu, accustomed to Lu Heng disappearing before his eyes, got up and walked to the window, looking out at the inner city.
In his space, Lu Heng wasn't sure what materials Lin Yu needed. However, since there was a shop from the Danyang Sect in his space, Lu Heng didn't need to think further. He duplicated several copies of all the medicinal herbs from the apothecary.
A moment later, Lu Heng returned to the room in Wuming City.
"Here, take this. If you need anything else, write down a list, and I'll get it for you."
Lu Heng placed a storage bag on the table.
"Brother Lu, although our city is no longer accepting new residents, we've expanded quite a bit of land for agricultural production. The living space within the city has indeed become limited. Should we expand the city further?"
Lin Yu turned around from the window after hearing Lu Heng's words.
"Handle it as you see fit. We don't lack materials. When they go out to kill zombies, they also collect a lot of materials, right?"
Indeed, this was also why Lin Yu wanted to expand Wuming City.
Wuming City's reputation had already been established. Now, in most larger regions across the country, there were few survivors who didn't know of Wuming City's existence.
Wuming City was not only famous but also had an excellent reputation.
Many people came from afar, wanting to join Wuming City or find a safe place to live within it.
Therefore, Wuming City had to deal with survivors from all over the country seeking refuge there every day.
"Aren't there also several bases or shelters established by people near Wuming City? Why isn't there enough space?"
Lu Heng rested his hands behind his head, propped his feet on the coffee table, and looked at Lin Yu.
"People outside these shelters don't recognize them. Some specifically come here, insisting on living within the city to feel safe."
Lin Yu was somewhat helpless about this. In fact, the nearby shelters, having been built near Wuming City, were quite well-behaved.
"Then why don't you take over all these shelters and connect them to Wuming City?"
Lu Heng took out a pen and paper and drew a rough sketch.
This idea was inspired by the alien space cities.
"Will these passages be damaged by zombies? We'll have to increase our efforts to guard these passages, which will occupy quite a few people."
"No need. What I'm drawing are elevated passages. With current technology, it's achievable."
Then Lu Heng explained it in detail to Lin Yu.
"Look, build elevators at several shelters. Install the elevators within each city, and assign people to manage them. Once the elevators reach a high point, construct elevated passage bridges."
"What about the height of the passages?"
"Currently, there won't be zombies near us. Even if zombies gather again, we can set up fire oil on the bridges. If there are zombies below, we can directly pour the fire oil down, and then use fire abilities to project flames, turning any standing area below into a sea of fire. This way, zombies cannot approach this vicinity."
Lin Yu's eyes lit up upon hearing this.
Indeed, as Lu Heng said, this method was excellent.
Moreover, with the current abilities of Wuming City's esper users, constructing high bridges in the sky was not a difficult task.