A new secret art (third update!)

The sky was clear, and the sea breeze was gentle.

His boots lightly crossed the tender grass, where a few drops of dew still lingered after the downpour.

Xia Lun strode across the grass, breathing in the refreshing air. Perhaps because he was in a good mood, even the sky seemed much bluer than usual.

The warm sun dispelled the desolation and chill of the storm, while the waves continued their tireless assault on the towering black-and-gray reefs.

"Everyone on the island is dead, but the waves never stop."

Xia Lun turned to look at the sea, and a peculiar feeling rose inexplicably within him. He stood there for a while, racking his brains, but couldn't find a word or sentence to express it.

"Forget it. No point overthinking things. I should head back and see what's stored on that black phone!"

With that thought, he looked away, drew a deep breath, and started running toward the Shelter.

Before long, Xia Lun reached the Salt Pillar Forest supply point. He didn't linger, merely grabbing a few strips of honey-glazed wild boar jerky before continuing toward the Shelter.

With the rain over and the skies clear, many new streams had appeared in the woods. White currents burbled along, plump fish swam through the water, and grouse, wild boars, and other animals roamed among the trees. Even some blue-gray crabs that had wandered into the forest could be seen beside the grass.

Though Xia Lun was running, he incorporated his Stealth techniques into his movements, keeping to the shadows as much as possible and trying not to leave any tracks or make a sound.

Despite the abundance of wildlife, very few animals noticed Xia Lun. Like a breeze that brushed everything yet drew little attention, he left the Salt Pillar Forest swiftly