Ayala turned to look back. "But there are people on the island; we can find a guide."
"People?" Carl looked forward and asked, "Who lives on the island?"
"Because of the volcanic eruption, many things were brought up from below, among which are Fire Stones that can ignite items," Ayala explained. "There are several merchant caravans in Jiliu City that specialize in trading Fire Stones. There is also basalt and volcanic ash for sale."
The rocks formed from the cooling and solidification of lava after a volcanic eruption are called basalt. The island's surface was covered with a thick layer of volcanic ash. Volcanic ash is rich in nutrients, making it one of the rare materials that can be used to cultivate crops in the barren Jiliu City.
"Is that so?" Carl nodded slowly. "The volcanic eruption destroyed everything that was here before, but it also brought new life. Nature's ways are truly miraculous... We don't need a guide; let's go up directly!"
