The conversation with Grandma did not end on a happy note, but Tang Ling's final decision was not something his grandmother could change.

Life in the settlement was just drifting along. There would never be hope and peace.

Carrying San San who was awoken by the argument, Tang Ling decided to head out for a walk. Perhaps giving his grandmother some time to accept the decision was the wisest choice he could make right now.

With a mindful of thoughts, Tang Ling arrived at Exit Number 3 in the north of the settlement. This exit led to a small hill — the only haven in the settlement.

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The night wind was slightly breezy while the purple moon was hazy.

Tang Ling carried San San on his back, strolling over the dried leaves step by step and heading towards the top of the hill.

Time was not on their side. An hour later, the temperature would plummet and the cold would be difficult to bear while packs of frenzied beasts would also appear.

However, it did not affect the people from enjoying the last peaceful moment of the day. After all, most of the people did not have the courage to walk out from the settlement's safety area, hence this little hill became their refuge to gaze an