**Doomsday Rebirth 376: The Quiet Spark**
Caring about Tyler had gradually woven itself into the fabric of Caroline’s daily existence.
Perhaps it was the fact that she had known Tyler since the very beginning of this harrowing journey. She pondered this notion briefly but quickly pushed it aside.
After all, in a world ravaged and reshaped by the apocalypse, there was little room for the soft whispers of love.
The landscape of their lives was still fraught with uncertainty, shadowed by the remnants of what once was.
Yet, in the midst of this chaos, the feeling of safety that blossomed from having someone steadfast by her side was a treasure she had learned to cherish deeply.
It was a comfort she had once deemed too extravagant to hope for.
Tyler, in stark contrast, felt an exhilarating rush in his chest, a heartbeat that quickened with a fervor he had never experienced even in the thick of battle.
Before him, Caroline wore a radiant smile, one that radiated confidence and ease. Her eyes sparkled with clarity and calmness, enveloping him in a sense of tranquility that was rare in these tumultuous times.
Unconsciously, he inhaled deeply, the air filling his lungs as a new realization sparked within him. He felt a profound gratitude for having crossed paths with Caroline amid the apocalypse.
Something within Tyler stirred, a feeling that yearned to break free from the confines of his heart.
This sensation wasn’t abrupt; it had grown steadily over the days they had spent together, side by side, battling the odds, trusting one another, and navigating the chaos that surrounded them.
It was a bond forged in respect, understanding, and a deep-seated admiration for Caroline’s strength and resilience.
From the very first moment they met, there had been an unmistakable spark, a connection that resonated deeply. They viewed the world through a similar lens, and as time wove its intricate tapestry, that bond deepened, evolving into a harmonious rhythm that allowed them to move as one, their strengths complementing each other perfectly.
Tyler found himself relishing that feeling more than he was willing to admit, a warmth spreading through him that he had almost forgotten existed.
Their handshake was brief, only lasting a few fleeting seconds.
Yet, in that ephemeral moment, an unspoken understanding flickered between them, a quiet emotion that neither could articulate. Words were unnecessary; their smiles conveyed everything they felt.
“I’m going to find Colonel Sutton,” Caroline declared suddenly, her voice steady but laced with determination. She had a few things to discuss with him, particularly regarding the nonsense he had shared with the soldiers earlier.
“Good timing,” Tyler replied, stepping forward with purpose. “I was planning to seek him out as well.” Together, they began to walk down the dimly lit hallway toward Francis’s office, their footsteps echoing softly against the concrete walls.
As they walked, Caroline decided to voice a thought that had been brewing in her mind. “Tyler, I’ve been contemplating something. I want to leave this shelter and establish my own base out there. What are your thoughts on that?”
Tyler didn’t hesitate, his pace unwavering. There was no hint of surprise in his demeanor. “Count me and Denton in. Don’t worry about him; he won’t object. Wherever I go, he follows.”
A wave of relief washed over Caroline, her heart lightening at his words. “That’s perfect.”
All of these recipes had been crafted with one goal in mind: to discover the best way to prepare steelworm for the shelter’s first proper meal in weeks.
Hearing that it was steelworm made Caroline chuckle, and she gave Francis a thumbs-up. “Impressive. You’ll eat anything, won’t you?”
In her previous life, she would never have considered eating mutant steelworm.
They were a rarity, to begin with.
Once the floods receded and the intense heat set in, steelworms had nearly vanished.
Reflecting on this, she realized these steelworms could be classified as wild game.
Then, Tyler cleared his throat, ready to voice his reason for seeking out Francis. His request took Caroline by surprise.
“Colonel Sutton, I need your assistance in locating a few individuals. They were part of my old crew before the world changed.”
Francis nodded without hesitation. “Alright, I’ll ask around.”
His tone shifted, softening as he continued. “But you should know, people are scattered everywhere these days. The situation is chaotic. I can’t promise when we’ll find them.”
**Chapter 377: The Letter from Obsidian Fang**

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