After Surviving the Apocalypse, I Built a City in Another World novel Chapter 501

While the majority of the strong soldiers were heading out, a good one-third of the guards would remain in the territory. There were, after all still beasts outside, and the very real possibility of the enemies going to them as well. As such, they would also be guarding the teleportation array very closely, in case of leaks.

The team heading to Fargo would be led by Gill. There would be most of the soldiers outside the level cap there with him, including top guards like Rowan.

They would be divided into several groups, setting up camp in all directions outside the territory.

Some of them would also be looking at the limestone deposits, mapping the area and distance, and determining the threats. Although they hadn’t won yet, it was good to plan ahead so they knew how much of Fargo they could destroy in the process.

They were also given some collapsible tents (patented by the research center, of course) for comfort in the days-long camping. These tents would not be much inferior to the ones in Terran (considering they didn’t have synthetic materials yet) and it came with comfortable flooring to allow a good sleep even if the soil was rocky.

They also had plenty of food and resources, so even if they stayed a week there, they wouldn’t have any problems.

Althea wanted their soldiers to be on top shape at all times after all.

All teams also had aether letters for ease of communication. They were thankful Oslo had the foresight to buy bulks, which was fortunately accessible to him.

When asked, he mentioned that he heard Terrans whine about ’communication’ every single day. How could he forget it?

Anyway, three days before the war, the final group of guards to leave was finally deployed in full-gear and followed the others to Fargo. As they trekked, their hearts were filled with a mix of nerves and excitement.

The contribution point out of this was no joke!

Besides, this was their first war. They must make Altera’s first war end with a bang!

…

Back in the house, Althea couldn’t help but feel worried.

"I hope it all goes well," Althea said. Her family looked at her and sensed her mood. The babies gurgled and crawled to her across the play cot, extending their little arms. She smiled and took them both in her arms, giving them a loving smooch each.

Garan smiled at the sight and wrapped his arm around her shoulders.

"Deaths in war are unavoidable," Garan said, holding her as she rested her head on his chest. "While we planned the best we could to safeguard everyone’s life, if we do experience losses, promise me you won’t be depressed."

"How is that possible?" She asked, burying her head on his generous chest. "Especially, it feels heavier since we’re the ones waging it…"

Because they weren’t just defending, all the deaths that happened after felt like it had something to do with the person who made the decision—that was: Her.

Garan sighed and patted her back. "We all made that decision," he said. "And we made it to protect even more lives long-term. You did well."

Althea pursed her lips and sighed, feeling her family’s warmth. They stayed like that for some time until the doorbell rang.

"I’ll get it~" Maya said, running over to the door. She then ran over a minute later. "It’s a guest! He said his name is Raine."

The couple looked at each other before looking at the children.

Sensing the tense atmosphere, Maya and Horus—who were in charge of babysitting duty that day—carried the two babies and went to the playgrounds outside to pass the time.

Garan stood up to let the man in while Althea sat properly from the cot to the sofa.

Raine arrived, androgynously handsome, followed by two aborigine guards. They didn’t seem very strong—one of whom was even a lower level than Althea was—but they were enough to deal with the daily-weakened mobs around Altera.