36. reunion
Author: King David 001
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

Chris trudged through the wasteland, his eyes scanning the horizon for any sign of the settlement. Few day had passed since he last spoke with the old trader, and Chris's concern had grown into a gnawing sense of urgency. He had tried everything to find the settlement - scouring the wasteland, but he kept going the wrong way even after they point him to the right direction, he began to question himself of his mental health calling out for Arachne. But every lead had ended in disappointment.

Just as Chris was starting to lose hope, he spotted a figure in the distance. She was a young woman, dressed in tattered clothing and carrying a rifle slung over her shoulder. As she drew closer, Alex saw that she was a scout, her eyes scanning the horizon with a practiced intensity.

"Who are you?" Chris asked, his stance was already prepared to fight.

"My name is Ava," the scout replied, her voice firm and confident. "I'm from New Eden. What brings you to this place?"

Chris hesitated, unsure how
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