Chương 56: Chapter 56: Gold Rush_1

"In 2150, the first expedition dispatched by the United Government brought back news from 'outside'."

Following the bartender's assertion that "criminals will soon have no market here," the man at the other end of the bar had abruptly joined their conversation.

He had clearly heard the bartender's whisper from nearly ten meters away, evidence of his exceptional hearing.

"The news confirmed that survivors from the 'outside' had gathered after the war to establish settlements and formed small states in various regions. The expedition team had also brought back a large amount of scarce resources needed by the United Government. The news of this started a nationwide gold rush, with the crowds rushing to the border city being dubbed as Gold Seekers."

"I would like to apologize if my previous statement offended you," Ivan said.