That was just a small part of this town. The hygiene of this place was deplorable. Although the issues went far beyond that. Due to the lack of nutrition, fuel, and equipment or gadgets to stay warm, people were fainting from hunger everyday. Even worse, some died from starvation.0

As for the dead bodies, there was a high probability that they would be dragged to the nutrient cream synthesizer, which meant that they would be combined with other plant fibers, animal remains, and insects to artificially create a greenish paste-like substance. 3

Faces, pale and emaciated, were concealed by the darkness. People huddled on piles of trash that did not look like a proper shelter, resembling sewer rats. They cautiously observed this group of strangers who stood out like a sore thumb with curiosity. Quietly, they whispered with each other discussing the identities of these newcomers. “So… They are people from the New Alliance?”0

“What the mayor said was true? It was not a joke?” The other exclaimed.0

“Thank goodness. Finally, help has arrived.” One of them rejoiced.0

Their voices became louder and louder as they got...0