But everything is not over yet.
Liora walked into the warehouse, opened the system inventory where all the rewards are stored, and took out a bulky and black device from the bottom. It has a strong metallic texture and a complex structure, like some kind of high-tech component.
[Small solar power generation device (only for the main base of the system)]
She held it carefully, walked to the energy base behind the base, and placed the device in the preset position.
The next second, a slight vibration came from the device, as if some dormant existence was quietly waking up. Then, an invisible energy wave spread out to the surroundings with this device as the core. Like a spider web, those originally silent buildings were instantly connected together.
The windows of the dormitory area lit up softly, and the indicator lights, alarms, and even the electronic door locks all made low "beeping" sounds.
Liora stood there, her eyes stunned for a moment.
"Just... ? Automatic power supply?"
She walked a few steps into a dormitory and pressed the switch on the wall. The clear light instantly illuminated the whole room. The kettle in the corner began to heat up automatically, and the sturdy fan also hummed and rotated. The electronic lock returned to its position with a beep - all equipment was running perfectly.
Liora looked down at the "Energy Module User Manual" given by the system. It said: "Exclusive device for the main base, which can realize fully automatic energy supply and does not require human intervention after construction."
She laughed involuntarily.
It’s easier than installing a wall, it’s ridiculously easy.
Next, it’s the water purification system.
Liora returned to the warehouse and moved out a silver device that looked like a large water purifier - this was the "water source purification equipment" given by the system.
She placed it on the west side of the base, and tapped the start interface with her finger.
["Blue Spring Generator No. 1" water source purification equipment is starting...]
[Detection of groundwater pollution level in the current area: severe]
[Will automatically carry out the three-step purification process of precipitation → filtration → high-temperature distillation]
[Estimated daily water processing volume: 500L]
[Please register and connect the target building to ensure water supply]
As soon as the notification rang, a water-blue beam of light rose from the center of the water purification device, like a spring. A moment later, silver-white metal water pipes extended from all sides of the device, laid in an orderly manner along the ground of the base, passing through roads, walls, connecting dormitories and houses.
A few minutes later, the system prompt appeared:
[All current buildings have been successfully connected to the water purification network]
Liora walked quickly into the bathroom and turned on the faucet-the clear water flowed "splashing" and even with a hint of cold.
She stared at the transparent water in a daze, then looked down at her hands, then reached out to take a handful of water and slapped it directly on her face.
It was cold and refreshing.
She closed her eyes and let the water droplets slide across her cheeks, as if wiping away the fatigue and dust on her body.
She took a deep breath, stood in the center of the base, and looked around.
This empty space, which was originally just a ruin, has now changed. The dormitory is warm, and there is electricity and water.
She used to be able to survive by eating moldy bread, sleeping under the dilapidated eaves, being attacked by rain and monsters, and restless every night. Now, she finally has her own home.
Liora stretched gently and looked at the chaotic sunset on the horizon. Although the sky was slightly gray due to pollution, the afterglow of the setting sun still stubbornly fell on the wall of the base, reflecting a layer of light golden light.
That was the most beautiful color in the end of the world.
"From today on..." she said softly, with a firm smile on her lips, "This is my Dawn Base."
A breeze blew across the evening light. Liora, who had just completed the preliminary preparation of the base, was leaning on a brand new alloy seat, drinking the "newbie welfare drink" given by the system - lemon-flavored energy water, and was about to take a short rest to experience the feeling of "having a home".
Unfortunately, the system never lets her idle for too long.
[Ding-Congratulations to the host for completing the "primary base construction task". Current base level: Lv.1. ]
[System prompt: The new main task has been released, please check it as soon as possible! ]
Liora turned over lazily, but the next second, the light screen popped up in front of her. She almost spit out a mouthful of energy water, and could only cough while staring at the task panel.
"Can’t you let me rest for two more hours? Did you forget that how hard I worked today?"
System: [Host’s physical strength has recovered to 92%, please don’t be lazy. ]
Okay, very good, she endured it.
She sighed and clicked on the task details:
[Main Task · Base Upgrade (Phase 1)]
Goal 1: Register at least 3 functional buildings (current: 1/3)
Goal 2: Activate and upgrade the "Primary Food Factory" (current production capacity: produce 100 servings of instant noodles per week)
Goal 3: Complete a basic production task (produce ≥50 servings of any commodity)
Upgrade Permit ×1 (can upgrade base Lv.1 to Lv.2)
Factory Module Expansion Pack ×1
Lottery Ticket ×1 (with a chance to win: food seed packs, scientific research equipment, special blueprints, etc.)
Note: The next stage of the "Base Defense Facility Construction Plan" can be started only after completing the task.
Liora stared blankly at the dense list of goals. Three functional buildings, food production, factory upgrades... just looking at it made her scalp tingle.
She slumped deeper into her seat, limbs hanging like noodles, and muttered, "Why does it feel like I just clocked in to work at a factory instead of surviving the end of the world..."
She rubbed her face with both hands, let out a long groan, then rolled to the side like a sack of rice. "I just wanted to lie down for five minutes. Just five."
But the system screen hovered relentlessly above her head, unblinking. She waved her hand weakly as if trying to shoo a fly, then finally gave up and mumbled into her arm, "Fine... I’ll do it after this nap. Ten minutes. No—fifteen. You can’t stop me.