Meanwhile, inside Hongfu Tower.
After Ren Yinuo received a message from the Helu City Settlement, Fujin Hall fell briefly silent before erupting into uncontrollable cheers.
"They're here! The rescue team is here!"
"Wonderful! We're finally getting out of here..."
"Quick, pack up! Get your things together!"
Hope and joy, suppressed for far too long, burst forth all at once, dispelling the fear and gloom of the past few days. Zhou Jianjun, Lin Ruiheng, and the others immediately began calling out instructions, getting everyone moving.
"Don't just stand there! Pack up all the food, medicine, and bottled water!"
"Keep bedding and clothes to a minimum. Take only what's useful!"
"Tools, bring those tools too—especially the rare ones!"
"Move quickly, but don't panic. Watch your step and stay safe!"
Hongfu Tower was soon filled with the hurried bustle of a slightly chaotic evacuation.
Hope lit up people's faces as they swiftly sorted, packed, and bundled whatever supplies they could take. The children were caught up in the excitement and helped pass along small items, while Ye Qingyu, Zhou Yuxuan, and the others worked to count people and supplies, making sure nothing was overlooked.
Everyone understood that they had to be ready before the convoy arrived. They couldn't afford to dawdle. With their chance to leave this dangerous place just within reach, the thought of escape gave them boundless energy.
Time flew by amid the activity.
About an hour later, the small Mechanical Dog called "Sentinel," which had been lying quietly by Zhou Yuxuan's feet like a statue, suddenly flashed a soft blue light from its optical sensors. It let out a faint, rhythmic series of beeps.
Zhou Yuxuan immediately checked the display on the simple terminal on its back. His voice held a hint of nervous anticipation. "Uncle Jianjun, the Mechanical Dog's