Shijin mountain is only a few dozen kilometers away from Fengcheng. If the super volcano erupts, the lava alone could swallow the city. 

Even if it’s not that severe, what about the disaster from the volcanic ash and air pollution? 

“Building 50 is already packing up to leave.” Rong Sanshao said, “Should our family leave too?” 

The officials of the two cities held an overnight meeting to discuss it, but no clear decision has been made yet. Master Rong remains undecided. 

Rong Sanshao did not hesitate, “I think we should evacuate first. If the volcano doesn’t erupt, we can come back later.” 

They did have some assets, but compared to the government, they were insignificant. 

Eldest Young Master and Second Young Master agreed, “Dad, I think Third Brother is right. The government has many resources. Once the evacuation affects all industries and residents, it will impact everything in one go, but we can prepare on both sides.” 

No one wants a disaster to happen, but if it really does, there’s no time to escape. 

After much deliberation, Master Rong finally made a decision, “Let’s move.” 

Everyone quickly took on their respective tasks to pack up. 

Master Rong looked at the busy people with a heavy and complicated mood, and then called his youngest son into the study, “Except for the official base, our family has no other way out.” 

Leaving and coming back would indeed be a bit embarrassing, but the official base had complicated factions, and having supplies would make things easier. Going back wouldn’t be a problem, but they would just need to accept the loss of face. 

In the face of natural disasters and the apocalypse, what is face compared to life? 

“Dad, when the time comes, I’ll talk to them.” 

Over the years, Rong Sanshao became less arrogant and self-centered than he once was. 

Master Rong looked at him, full of reluctance, “Third, I’ll take the whole family to the government base. You don’t need to go.” 

Rong Sanshao was shocked, “Dad, what are you saying?” 

“You should go to the military base.” Master Rong stood up, walked over to his son, and patted him on the shoulder. “I believe with your skills, getting in won’t be a problem.” 

Rong Sanshao was puzzled. Why was his father making such a decision? 

Since their building was hit by a satellite, Master Rong had a bad feeling that things would only get tougher. 

Although he had accumulated a fortune, he hadn’t raised an exceptional heir; the third son was the only promising one among them. 

Master Rong was afraid, afraid that the entire Rong family would be wiped out. 

The military base not only had strict management but also had a concentrated technology and defense forces. It was a true fire seed base, which is far superior to the government base. 

Not the entire family were qualified to go, but he believed the third son still had a chance. 

He shouldn’t put all his eggs in one basket; the Rong family bloodline still needed to continue. 

Rong Sanshao was shocked, “Dad, what nonsense are you talking about?” 

“Your mother and I will take your elder brothers with us. You just need to find a way into the military base and don’t think about anything else. If we make it through, the family will be reunited. If we don’t…” 

Master Rong took a deep breath, “Don’t be reckless like before, live well!” 

Rong Sanshao’s head was buzzing, “We’re family, there’s no reason to separate.” 

Even though the government base was chaotic, the Rong family could still get special treatment by spending money. 

In his agitation, Master Rong hit him with his cane again, “How old are you? Why are you still being stubborn?” 

After taking several blows, Rong Sanshao was forced to agree. 

“Once you’re in the military base, don’t act recklessly. Bow your head when needed, don’t act on impulse. Suffering a little won’t kill you.” 

Master Rong instructed as if settling his affairs, “If you’re lucky enough to survive this disaster, remember to get married and have children, to restore the Rong family.” 

“If conditions don’t allow, it’s fine not to have children, but don’t live a lonely life. Find someone to care for you.”

Young Master Rong turned his face away, his eyes stinging. 

“Master, it’s not good” 

Madam Rong’s panicked voice came from downstairs, “Official news is out.” 

It was about dawn, but it was unusually dark. 

In an urgent official announcement, due to continuous satellite collisions at Shijin Mountain, the meteorological department detected high-frequency tremors around the disaster zone. This collision could potentially trigger a volcanic eruption, and residents are advised to pack up and evacuate. 

There are three evacuation plans: first, retreat to a safe distance of 100 kilometers to observe; second, evacuate to the official base in Jiacheng; third, for those with solid credentials, move to the military base. 

For those who choose the first two options, officials will send a designated person to escort them. 

However, no one is willing to leave their hometown, let alone pay for food to enter Jiacheng’s official base. Where can the survivors at the bottom get food? 

As for the military base, it’s beyond what ordinary people dare to consider. 

Master Rong’s expression changed, and he urged, “Hurry and pack, take everything we can carry, quickly!” 

If the authorities dare make such decisions, a volcanic eruption may indeed occur soon. What if it’s on the scale of destroying an entire island nation? 

Once this news spreads, unrest among the lower classes will soon follow. 

If they don’t leave soon, they will face a massive evacuation, where the danger on the road will increase a hundredfold, and they’re uncertain if they can survive until they reach Jiacheng.  

There are a lot of people in the Rong family, and the planes and cars need to be left behind. 

Master Rong assigned an off-road vehicle to Young Master Rong, along with firearms, ammunition, and other valuable supplies. He didn’t provide much food in terms of space, but he’d figure out ways to support him once everything was settled. 

In the past, he complained a lot about his son, but now that it’s time to send him away, it’s like tearing out his heart. 

This parting, who knows when they’ll meet again, perhaps it’s farewell forever. 

Madam Rong couldn’t bear to part with her son, and her tears fell like pearls, but she knew in her heart that this was the safest choice. 

The two brothers envied him, but they also felt concerned for him. 

Despite their usual animosity, when faced with natural disasters and separation, they still hoped the other would be safe and live well! 

Young Master Rong sat in the car, his head resting heavily on the steering wheel, and was too burdened to lift it. 

After a while, he looked up at the towering villa and his family, who had been his lifelong ties. Gritting his teeth, he stepped on the gas and disappeared into the faint light of dawn. 

Meanwhile, Jiang Ning and Huo Yishen had already packed everything and were discussing their true destination. 

They had told Lu Yu and the others about the military base, but Jiang Ning, who was accustomed to freedom, didn’t want to go there. 

It was heavily militarized, equipped with the country’s most advanced technology and defense and not a place for anyone to roam freely. 

Huo Yishen belonged to the military and police system. He had a deeper understanding of the military base, so he didn’t agree to go there from the start. 

It was easy to attract unwanted attention there, and they couldn’t afford the consequences of her secrets being exposed. 

Jiang Ning looked at him, “Where should we go?” 

Huo Yishen thought for a moment, “How about we go to Huicheng first and find a place to settle? If the disaster isn’t severe, we can find a safe place to stay. If it really comes to an unstoppable catastrophe, then we can consider going to the military base?” 

If they didn’t like it, it wouldn’t be too late to leave then.  

Jiang Ning had no objections; this seemed relatively safer.