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After the hard work and clearing their minds, they finally had the time to appreciate the scenery along the way and reflect on the daily life they had experienced before all of this began.
But what was presented to them was undoubtedly a very lonely sight; the road stretching forward across the vast, boundless plains, though incredibly wide, brought only desolation and disorientation. Their only companions were the biting cold wind and the glittering stars, which, like spotlights and artificial winds, laid out a unique stage for their future.
To be honest, walking on that road, I really felt like I was in another world. They were only separated from modern civilization by a wall, but after crossing that wall, I found that the gap between the two was so huge.
Although it's only been a few months, it feels like a long time since I last took such a leisurely stroll...
They walked along the main road, hands in their pockets, chatting and laughing, slowly heading towards the unknown distance. They seemed more like travelers who had wandered the world than soldiers, having stumbled upon a small town called "Raccoon City." They lived there for a while, gathering enough information, before packing their bags, dusting themselves off, and continuing on to the next city or the next country.
Just half an hour ago, they were so tense, like frightened birds, as if any innocent passerby would be shot at.
Now, as their tense nerves gradually relax, they slowly loosen their grip on the trigger and hide their guns where others can't see them to avoid trouble. Even if a car passes by, it will most likely just mistake them for campers camping nearby.
Although setting up camp near a checkpoint is rather strange...
But aren't there plenty of people like that in the White Eagles? Perhaps they've already become accustomed to it.
Under the starry sky, zooming out, we can see several small shadows walking on a smooth road. Some of them are jogging at the front of the group, like children on a picnic, while the others look more composed, walking slowly at the back of the group, their eyes seemingly still focused on the ones in front.
With his hands in his pockets, Luo Fan occasionally glanced at the dog and Xiao Jiu in front of him, and felt refreshed and relaxed.
If it were summer now, perhaps we could still smell the asphalt road, and there would be no cars passing by. Perhaps we could lie on the road together and watch the stars, just like when we were little.
But... what was her name again?
If given a hint, Luo Fan would bet he could remember, but unfortunately, no one else knew...
"Commander, what are you thinking about?"
A girl with beautiful pink hair came up to her and tried to strike up a conversation.
The man's thoughts were interrupted by the other person's words, but he didn't seem annoyed: "Ah, it's nothing, I was just thinking about the road ahead..."
He would never tell the other person that he was thinking about someone else, a girl...
"What are your plans for the future?" AR15 loosened her mask a little, and a warm breath slowly wafted out.
The man was about to answer truthfully when, for a moment, he felt a cool sensation on his nose and hair, which startled him.
Luo Fan took off his hood and mask, intending to get some fresh air, but the adverse effects that followed were these natural phenomena...
"Hmm... let's think of a way to find a place to spend the night first."
It's not certain yet, but maybe it's going to rain heavily soon?
Luo Fan looked up at the sky to check the weather.
The girls were drawn to the conversation between the two men and looked up at the sky in response to the man's words.
Without the need for strenuous running, and with the medicine proving effective, Pascal no longer needed the alchemists to carry him, and could walk alongside them on the road.
"Wow, so beautiful!"
The dog looked up at the sky and cried out in delight.
M16 couldn't help but smile slightly and say, "Yeah, that's right..."
With a clear sky and gentle breeze, one can look up at the vastness of the universe and down at the abundance of all things, thus allowing one to roam freely and indulge in the pleasures of sight and sound. It is truly a joyful experience.
Perhaps this is the kind of time to use this phrase?
Raindrops fell from the night sky, landing on their faces, slightly wetting and washing away the bloodstains that had once stained them. Years later, they were just ordinary people.
The stars were no longer shy or timid. They seemed to have mustered their courage and forcefully tore through the thick clouds. Before the host could even announce the program, they couldn't wait to tear off the curtain and go on stage to show the world their most beautiful side.
Perhaps no further embellishment is needed; only those who have experienced it firsthand can immediately appreciate the magnificence and wonder of nature.
How clean it is! It seems like they have the entire universe in their view...
"Wow, wow!"
Little 9 hugged 45 beside her and excitedly shouted. Their faces were pressed together, and Little 9 even held 45's head and kept pointing at every star in the sky.
"Sister 45, look, that one, and that one, they're so pretty!"
The relatively quiet Defiant Squad, AR Squad, Ironblood Workshop, and other girls who dislike noise silently gazed up at the starry sky. No matter how tragic their past was, they couldn't help but smile at this moment.
Former enemies stand by their side as friends, and their beloved appears beside them—all of this is real, not a pathetic illusion.
In the past, when they looked up, they would only see a white ceiling or a battlefield filled with gunfire and smoke. They would never have had the chance to see such a starry sky.
Even if they had that opportunity, the beauty of that world would have been almost entirely destroyed by endless wars and greed. All the most beautiful things they had ever seen and imagined were silently stored in their hearts, then faded into obscurity, never even deserving of being forgotten, because no one but themselves had ever heard of them...
The man, hands in his pockets, strolled slowly, gazing up at the starry sky and the people around him, a wide, unrestrained smile plastered on his face...
211 I can't explain it!
P.S.: BGM continues...
The road gradually became wet, and each time the people's boots stepped on the ground, they made a "splat" sound. Although it wasn't pleasant to hear, it added a touch of life to the vast environment.
The group remained captivated by the beautiful scenery, unwilling to leave, and even more unwilling for the long winter night to pass by like this. They wished time could stand still and never end.
"M4, quick, get the camera! The camera!"
"Don't worry, we're still looking!"
The dog excitedly ran to M4's side and quickly rummaged through his backpack, trying to find the camera to record the moment.
Luo Fan watched the two playing around in the light rain and couldn't help but mutter to himself.
"Yes, it really should be recorded..."
It's really beautiful...
With such energetic women by my side, all the fatigue I've been feeling for so long seems to have vanished.
AR15 stayed by her side the whole time, and even though her teammates seemed very happy, she didn't actively join their team.
Luo Fan naturally noticed the other person's bewildered expression. She seemed to want to say something, but her nature held her back, and she simply stood aside like a well-behaved girl.
Luo Fan understood that at this moment, she needed a way out, or a suitable opportunity, to muster up her courage.
So, Luo Fan climbed onto AR15's shoulder, embraced it like a brother, and led it forward in a semi-forceful manner, without any clear purpose.
"Eh?"
Once again, caught off guard, AR15 was somewhat surprised, but still slowly leaned into the other person's arms.
Under the bewildered yet impressive gazes of everyone, Luo Fan managed to abduct AR15 from the AR team.
"this......"
The executioner's hand, which had been holding the cleaver, drooped to the ground, his face full of confusion.
Now, Luo Fan, who was already at the front of the group, gave the girls behind him an OK sign without turning his head, and continued to walk forward with AR15 in his arms.
But the poor person kept their head down, looking at the wet ground. If you looked closely, you could see their own rosy cheeks reflected in the ground.
The ground is so clean, you can even see the reflection clearly...
But Luo Fan had no interest in anything else and decided to take AR15 to a more approachable place first.
AR15, who was completely being led by the nose by the opponent, still felt very embarrassed. She secretly turned her head, hoping to get help from her teammates.
When she turned her blushing face over, she couldn't believe what she was seeing.
His teammates were all smiling at him, giving him a thumbs up, looking like they were waiting to see what would happen.
"These guys..."
AR15 suddenly felt powerless, and was almost dragged away by the man beside her.
......
"Hey, RO, what do you think the Commander will say to AR15?"
The dog seemed to be fanning the flames and watching the show; although she was asking about the content of the conversation, she was clearly more interested in what would happen next.
"I have no idea......"
Just kidding, how could I not know? How things will develop depends on whether AR-15 will finally figure it out...
M4 and M16 exchanged a glance, leaving only a silent smile. They looked at the two who had already walked away and deliberately led the others to slow down the pace of the group, giving their teammates precious space.
AR15, it's up to you...
......
About five minutes later, Luo Fan looked around and, after confirming that he had created a considerable distance between himself and the girls behind him, he loosened his grip slightly, giving AR15 some room to move around.
"Eh?"
Luo Fan was wearing a black coat, and AR15 was naturally wrapped inside when she was pulled in. Once the other party let go, the clothes would naturally fall away, and the biting cold wind would come and relentlessly hit her skin.
Although she is a tactical doll and will not feel uncomfortable or restricted in her movements by a mere gust of cold wind, she will definitely still prefer a warm environment, after all, the comfort it brings will not lie to herself.
Therefore, when Luo Fan let go, AR15 immediately felt uncomfortable and hurriedly put the other person's hand back on its shoulder.
"???"
Luo Fan found the other party's reaction somewhat strange; it wasn't like AR15's style at all...
"Uh......"
Seemingly feeling that this was somewhat impolite, and without any reason, AR15 hesitated for a moment before reluctantly letting go of Luo Fan's hand.
"..."
Before he could lower his hand, Luo Fan pulled her close again, not giving her any room to resist.
"...?"
Ah, it seems the other person doesn't dislike this feeling very much, and even seems to enjoy it.
The weight lifted from AR15's heart, and with no more worries, AR15 leaned against the fur of the other's coat with a smile.
She couldn't remember how long it had been since she last laughed, nor could her teammates, nor could Luo Fan. But now, in a corner where no one was watching, only she knew that she was truly laughing because she was happy.
After a moment of silence, Luo Fan concluded that the current environment and time were about right...
"AR15?"
"what happened?"
he asked in a low voice.
"What do you want to tell me?"
He didn't mince words and directly stated the other party's thoughts. He knew that he shouldn't ask AR15 roundabout questions or try to get information from them indirectly, as that would be pointless and a waste of time. He should be direct and let AR15 express their thoughts directly.
But the prerequisite is that AR15 itself overcomes this mental hurdle...
"I......"
She hesitated before she could say it.
There were no other interfering factors; it was purely because the shyness in the girl's heart was stirring wildly, even overpowering AR15's strong rationality.
However, she still appeared rational.
"Go ahead and say it. Only I can hear you here."
Luo Fan did not look at the other person, no longer putting any extra pressure on them.
"me......"
She buried her head in her coat, her cheeks flushed so red they looked like they were about to bleed.
Luo Fan secretly glanced at the pink-haired girl in his arms, and couldn't help but chuckle when he saw her trembling.
The other party was unaware of this subtle movement, still engaged in a profound internal struggle.
To speak or not to speak, that is the question...
Luo Fan smiled and shook his head, then looked up at the sky, letting the raindrops fall freely onto his face.
His eyes were crystal clear, like the innocence of childhood and the vastness of the universe.
Some things can't be forced; we have to take it slowly.
Let's wait until she's thought it through herself before saying anything...
P.S.: It seems like everyone really likes AR15, and they all wanted to see some sweet moments from AR15, so I put together this. But it's not finished yet; there's more tomorrow. But... it shouldn't be too bad, right? I'll give you some votes as a reward.
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