After the floodwaters receded, the city streets looked as though they had been bombarded with mud and water.
The comparison might have sounded strange, but to Azure Planet People who had lived through countless wars, it was incredibly fitting. During Azure Planet's unification, anyone who had never been hit by a nuclear bomb could not be considered a true Azure Planet Person.
Holding a tray, Nomi squatted on the edge of a tower crane and surveyed the entire city from above. People were still unaccustomed to living with oceans and sunlight, and many instruments needed adjustment. Fortunately, the Red Arrow People had once been citizens of the world's most developed nation. This was a highly educated people; there were enough engineers and doctors to supply society.
Snap.
She opened the lid. The steaming white rice was sprinkled with sesame seeds and covered in a thick layer of fragrant cheese. The side dishes were roasted beef, braised eggs, and a small salad.
Fresh fruit could not be guaranteed amid the disaster, but plenty of pickled vegetables were provided to help them replenish vitamins. The volunteers' meals were not bad; much of it was cooked in field kitchens. That was entirely thanks to the help of warmhearted people around the world.
The White Candle Star government was far beyond reach, and Lioz, who had truly saved them, had already descended into the Star Abyss. At this moment, only they could save themselves.
People had once believed the military would need to be deployed to maintain order, but now that seemed completely unnecessary. Everyone was surprisingly united. Even when there were people taking advantage of the chaos, the residents banded together to report and crack down on them.
Nomi picked up her fork, speared a chunk of meat, and slowly chewed.
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