Jiang Ning thought it was necessary. 

Since they had decided to come, they needed to find the safest place to settle.  

Survivors from around the world drift aimlessly, and it is certain that it’s not just Jiang Ning’s family that will eventually reach the Arctic.  

If they set up camp near the glaciers, the chances of encountering other survivors would be high.  

When it came to life and death, one should never test people’s hearts.  

Jiang Ning didn’t want to be frequently disturbed by other survivors, and she didn’t want to be on guard against outsiders all day and expose herself to danger. 

Therefore, finding a safe place was crucial.  

Huo Yishen shared the same idea.  

The Arctic is huge, so they should try to find places with little human trace to settle in. 

The temperature has dropped sharply, and the ice is thick enough to be completely safe. He suggests starting the marauder. 

This vehicle was heavy but had strong grip, so it wouldn’t slip while driving. 

As a land beast, conquering the Arctic wasn’t a problem.  

The weather was harsh, and no one wanted to walk. Even if the ice surface had issues, Jiang Ning could quickly enter the space and change their escape tools to ensure their safety. 

So, Huo Yishen drove the vehicle, while Jiang Ning sat in the passenger seat keeping watch. 

It was somewhat ironic. Before the natural disasters, the Arctic was covered in ice and snow year-round. Not only was the terrain complicated, but it was also extremely dangerous, making it difficult to travel by car. 

However, after several rounds of natural disasters, with the icebergs melting and the land sinking, the once frozen Arctic has become much simpler. 

The sea surface is continuously freezing, and the snowstorm accumulates in layers, resulting in the constant formation of icebergs.  

Huo Yishen droves steadily. The Marauder wasn’t going fast, covering just 200 kilometers in a day. 

At night, they found a snow mound to shelter from the wind and spent the night.  

The weather was cold, and no one felt like doing anything fun. 

Jiang Ning decided they enter the space, had a comfortable dinner, and soaked in a hot spring bath before coming out. 

Just as they were about to lie down and rest, a light appeared from the distance. 

It was blue. 

Green. 

Glowing. 

Several colors gradually spread, moving across from the sky as if they were arms gently waving. 

The light became brighter and brighter, dyeing the night sky. 

It was breathtakingly beautiful, a sight that stirred the heart and soul. 

It captured everyone’s attention.  

Jiang Ning didn’t expect that she wouldn’t have the chance to see the Northern Lights while living normally, but during the ten years of natural disasters, she was able to fulfill her wish.  

She was in the Arctic, watching the northern lights. 

Doudou had never seen it before and was shocked for a long time, “Brother, what is that light?” 

“The Northern Lights.”  

“The northern lights are a brilliant and colorful luminous phenomenon that appears in the high magnetic latitudes above the Arctic region of the planet.” 

“It is created when high-energy charged particles from Earth’s magnetosphere or the Sun excite (or ionize) molecules or atoms in the upper atmosphere. “ 

Huo Yishen gave his sister a popular explanation. 

Doudou didn’t fully understand, but that didn’t stop her from marveling at the wonders of nature.  

“Brother, were there northern lights before the natural disaster?” 

“Yes, sometimes they could be seen at the northernmost part of our country.”  

Doudou thought for a moment and asked, “Now that we have the Northern Lights, does that mean the natural disasters will end?” 

Huo Yishen didn’t know, but it was always good to have hope. “Maybe.” 

So, the three of them and the dog sat in the car, enjoying the dazzling display of the Northern Lights.  

Hopefully, as Doudou said, the light in the Arctic would mean that natural disasters wouldn’t return. 

There was a feeling of hope and excitement in their heart and they finally fell asleep in the middle of the night. 

After eating and drinking well, they continued their journey. 

They continued their journey for another day. Due to the thick snowfall, even the marauder was of little use, with half of the vehicle submerged in the snow. 

They had traveled several hundred kilometers into the Arctic. In such a harsh and extreme environment, ordinary survivors could never survive. 

Jiang Ning felt it was time to set up camp. 

She climbed to the top of the car and used her binoculars to scan the area, spotting a large snow mound about three or four kilometers away.  

The Marauder continued to move forward with difficulty, and it took a lot of effort to reach the snow mound. 

The snow on the mound was frozen solid, and the three of them and the dog climbed up. 

Standing on higher ground, the area was blanketed in white snow, and after looking at it for too long, it became uncomfortable and painful for the eyes.  

Jiang Ning quickly reminded, “Put on your sunglasses; be careful of snow blindness.” 

The snow mound was sheltered from the wind and ideal for surveillance and defense, making it the perfect choice for setting up camp.  

With the location decided, the next step was to discuss how to settle in.  

The Arctic’s temperature usually ranges from -40°C to -20°C, and in some areas, the temperature can even drop to -71°C.  

In addition to the extreme cold, there are four seasons, with winter lasting up to six months.  

Winter also includes a snowstorm period, during which almost all living things hibernate.  

This was the record before the natural disasters, but now things were probably worse. 

Living in the vehicle long-term wasn’t practical. If they used a yacht or RV, many of its parts would freeze and break after a while. 

It is unknown what will happen in the future, and Jiang Ning cannot afford damaging her escape tools. 

Huo Yishen then suggested, “We can convert a shipping container into a house.” 

That was a good idea—at least it would be windproof and snowproof for living. 

There were plenty of shipping containers in the space, and after considering a few, Jiang Ning selected the thickest one.  

The container belonged to Rong Sanshao and was originally used to transport three of the most luxurious off-road vehicles. 

Thinking about the second-generation slippers, Jiang Ning felt a mix of emotions. 

Someone as clever as him probably already guessed the truth. 

She realized everything and felt touched when he came to remind her. 

If there was ever a chance, she could repay him with a car. 

Although, for now, everything begins again, and no one can predict the future. 

Jiang Ning came back to her senses and took out the container from the space. 

Converting the container into a house wasn’t a simple task.  

It had to be ventilated, insulated, and designed for living.  

The container was large enough for two rooms and a living area without feeling cramped. 

Opening the container door, the three of them and the dog entered. 

Jiang Ning had been stockpiling supplies for years, and everything was purposefully stored, so there was no shortage of tools for the renovation. 

Power drills, welding machines, angle grinders, hammers, ladders, and more. 

When it came to the actual construction, Huo Yishen was the main force. 

The container was stuffy, and when the door was closed, it became pitch black. Ventilation and light were top priorities. 

First, they needed to drill holes in the container, but not too many—otherwise, the cold wind would blow inside, freezing them to death. 

The container also needed to serve as a lookout post. 

From the appearance of the Arctic ice surface, it had formed no more than half a year ago. 

With the land submerged, the number of survivors coming here would increase. They couldn’t afford to relax, even though there was no immediate threat. Everything had to be carefully planned.  

Jiang Ning touched the interior wall of the container, relieved that she occasionally pulls her hand back; otherwise, it would be firmly stuck to the wall 

It was cold—too cold. 

The container was windproof but not insulated, and at night, it would be easy to freeze to death. 

They needed to figure out a way to stay warm.  

After watching many survival videos and materials, Jiang Ning quickly came up with an idea to cover the outside of the container with a layer of ice. 

An ice house would keep the warmth inside, and it seemed feasible. 

The container was positioned with one side against the snow mound, and Huo Yishen drilled holes on the other three sides.  

The ventilation holes were drilled in the roof, in a round honeycomb shape.  

The lookout holes were cut into 20 cm square openings, making it easier to observe the outside and, if necessary, shoot at enemies. 

Since they were building an ice house, if water was poured on the outside, it could easily block the holes.  

Jiang Ning took some bamboo from the space, and Huo Yishen used a saw to cut it into the right lengths. They hollowed out the bamboo sections and inserted them into the round transparent holes.  

For the square ones, they used bamboo blocks to weave and stuff them in. 

When they didn’t need to keep watch, they could just block up the openings. 

The two of them planned that the ice layer needed to serve both as insulation and a defense barrier. 

Huo Yishen estimated that with the thickness of the container and an additional 20cm of ice, it would be more than enough to withstand bullet attacks in the Arctic. 

As night fell, the two of them got busy, climbing to the top of the container. 

It was over negative 30 degrees Celsius, and the water would freeze as soon as it was poured. 

Jiang Ning took water from the space. 

She pours it quickly and it evenly…