The situation turned out just as Chen Xin had anticipated. As they proceeded towards the Three Towns, the checks and defenses became increasingly stringent.
The first checkpoint was set at the former highway toll station. Although Flame Country had long abolished tolls on ordinary national and provincial roads, these toll stations built back in the day hadn't all been dismantled, and now they served their purpose well.
Compared to the checkpoints in Xianning, the inspections here were obviously more meticulous. Those conducting the checks were not just ordinary personnel but police officers. Chen Xin was even surprised to see a police dog wrapped in a thick dog coat.
This was the only living animal Chen Xin had seen in the past half year, apart from mealworms, fish, and rats.
Although he usually wasn't fond of pets like cats and dogs, seeing this police dog gave Chen Xin an immediate urge to pet it.
