Chapter 17: Finding the Ruins
After celebrating Lu Xiumei's birthday, Li Dong stayed at home for another month, and after thinking about it, he decided that he should go on a desert adventure. If it develops step by step, it is estimated that it will take several years to expand the space to a large enough size.
Every time he thought that he would have to lie dormant for a few years, Li Dong had a sense of urgency, he wanted to become strong as soon as possible, and his fate should be in his own hands.
So, this time he chose to take the initiative and go alone to find a ruined city, and then desperately expand the space to lay a solid foundation for his future.
Although this trip is a bit risky, Li Dong has a plug-in, there is food and drink in the space, and he can enter the space to avoid suspicion in times of danger, so there is not much danger in this way.
And in order to prevent getting lost, Li Dong not only prepared a compass, but also designed an absolutely safe route. He planned to explore eastward along the Yangtze River, and although the Yangtze River had long since been cut off, the ancient river channel was still there, which could be used as a reference.
"A-Niang, I have something to discuss with you."
On this day, Li Dong finally decided to set off, and before leaving, he emptied all the ripe vegetables in the space, which should be enough for the store to sell for half a month.
"What's the matter, is there a problem with the supply of goods?" Recently, the family's business has been so good that it is exaggerated, and Lu Xiumei has made a lot of money, so she is afraid that something unexpected will happen.
"The supply is fine, I just filled the store with goods, this time there are more than 1,500 catties, which should last more than a week." Li Dong comforted that Ah Niang had begun to enter the role of a businessman.
"Oh, that's good, what's the matter with you?"
"Well, there is a supplier who wants me to visit the farm and discuss the supply for next year, so I may have to go on a long trip, maybe a week." Li Dong said worriedly, hoping to get A-Niang's permission.
"What, where is his farm for such a long time?" Lu Xiumei asked in surprise.
"Not far away, it's in Chining City next door, and it is said that there is an exchange conference there, so I have to stay a few more days." Li Dong pondered and replied.
Lu Xiumei listened, a little struggling, she knew that her eldest son would have to leave her wing sooner or later, but she didn't expect this day to come so early. However, boys always have to face society alone, for the sake of her eldest son's future, Lu Xiumei still decided to let go in advance and let him fight by himself.
Thinking of this, Lu Xiumei gritted her teeth and said, "Okay, I agreed, but you have to take care of yourself, be calm when you encounter problems, and don't be rash." ”
Li Dong almost jumped up happily when he saw that A-Niang agreed, he didn't expect to succeed so easily. In fact, the main reason why Lu Xiumei agreed was that Li Dong seemed too mature, especially after starting a business, almost no different from an adult.
In the evening, Lu Xiumei began to prepare luggage for her eldest son, filling a whole rattan box, if it weren't for Li Dong's repeated persuasion, it is estimated that the three boxes may not be able to fit in. In order to be afraid that her eldest son would be hungry on the road, Lu Xiumei also got up early in the morning, steamed more than a dozen steamed buns, and packed them all.
"Auntie, I'm leaving, don't worry, nothing happens, I'll come back on time." Li Dong was still comforting A-Niang before leaving.
"Daguo, you must bring delicious food when you come back." The little girl said expectantly that in her world, nothing is more important than eating.
"Okay, big brother remember, I'll bring you something delicious." Li Dong assured the little girl.
After speaking, Li Dong waved his hand, turned around and set off. His plan was to take a shuttle bus to Wutong City, buy a bicycle as soon as he got off the bus, and then head east along the Yangtze River.
If Li Dong is not mistaken, the east of Chining City should be Wuhu City, the second largest city in Jiangbei in the previous life. Although more than 500 years have passed, there is still a lot of broken copper and iron left in the desert due to drought and lack of rainfall.
When he came to the station, Li Dong bought a ticket and spent 8 yuan, which is almost a day's salary for ordinary people, and it seems that the travel fee is still quite expensive.
The road to Chi Nin City is not in good condition, there are potholes everywhere, and no one maintains them. After five hours of bumpy journey, Li Dong finally set foot on the land of Chining City, which was his first long journey since he was a child.
After finding a casual restaurant for lunch, Li Dong asked the boss where to sell bicycles. After being pointed, he came to the Mingmao Mall in the center of the city, where it is said that everything can be bought.
The shopping mode of Mingmao Mall is quite advanced, similar to the large supermarkets in the previous life, customers can choose their own goods, and check out at the exit.
It didn't take long for Li Dong to find the bicycle area, and after comparison, he finally bought a mountain bike. The price is a little expensive, but it is not beyond the range of Li Dong's affordability, the key is that the bicycle is very light, which is very suitable for riding in the desert.
Not only a bicycle, but taking advantage of this rare opportunity, Li Dong also bought a sleeping bag, a bag of rice, a hot pot, a bucket of alcohol, and some kitchen utensils and condiments. After all, these things are necessary to live in the wild for a week.
At the same time, Li Dong also specially purchased a large steel bar shears, which can facilitate his quick collection of waste steel. This steel shears are very expensive, almost the same price as a bicycle, and Li Dong has been distressed for a long time.
In the afternoon, Li Dong set off on his bicycle, and the rest of the things were put into the space, leaving only a small bag as a cover.
After an afternoon's long journey, Li Dong finally left the city area, looked around, and could no longer see any people, empty and quiet.
It was almost dark, Li Dong and his people took the car into the space, heated a few steamed buns, and dealt with them simply. After filling his stomach, Li Dong fell asleep, he was too tired today.
There is no night in the space, and for fear of oversleeping, Li Dong specially adjusted the alarm clock. After getting up in the morning, freshening up, and nibbling on a few steamed buns, Li Dong set off again in the morning sun.
In the evening, Li Dong finally saw a ruin half-buried under the gravel, and although more than 500 years had passed, he could still feel its sheer scale.
The ruins at night are dangerous, and there are many poisonous insects such as poisonous snakes and scorpions, and although it is winter, they do not disappear completely due to the high temperature during the day. Therefore, Li Dong decided to rest on the spot, recharge his energy, and wait until tomorrow to go on an expedition.
In the space, Li Dong was preparing dinner, he was going to make a hot pot, and the soup base was bought from the mall, which was much more convenient. The only regret is that there is no mutton, and shabu mutton is his favorite. The staple food is rice, which is cooked very fragrantly, and Li Dong ate two large bowls.