Chapter 214: Returning to the Base
Xiao Yifei still leaned against Sang Jingwen, pushing him as they walked. Sang Chu and Lu Minfeng were used to it.
However, when Han Song and the others came out and saw them like that, their steps faltered, and they even took a few steps back.
Sang Chu: “I presume you all have your answers. Let’s go together.”
She led the way towards the restaurant. Xiao Yifei and Sang Jingwen couldn’t be bothered with them and followed behind Sang Chu, passing them.
Restaurant
On the slightly long dining table were only some simple foods, which Lu Minfeng had prepared in advance.
Sang Chu: “Han Song, what is your decision? Are you returning to the base with me, or leaving?”
Han Song and the others hadn’t intended to come along, but they unexpectedly ran into Sang Chu. Since she asked them to come, they followed.
Hearing her question, the group exchanged glances and said in unison, “We’ll follow you.”
Sang Chu: “Good, this will be your best decision.”
Sang Jingwen fed Xiao Yifei while looking at Sang Chu. Seeing that they had finished talking, he said, “Sang Sang, our current strength is quite good. I think it’s time to take Hai Shi.”
Sang Chu: “Brother, what are your thoughts?”
“Although the Underground City can accommodate everyone, with so many people, our land is not enough. My idea is to first take Hai Shi, surround the entire Hai Shi, and build high walls. Hai Shi has the sea and land, which is very suitable for us.”
This was not wrong. The problem of seawater could be solved by returning the mermaids to the sea.
As long as there was no acid rain, the land problem would be solved. The ordinary people who followed them back could earn food through labor, without wasting Supernatural Abilities on this matter, which was quite good.
Lu Minfeng: “The problem is, A Chu, can your House Building Machines build such high city walls? Before the acid rain is completely resolved, if we want the treated land to be unaffected, we might have to enclose the sky above as well.”
Sang Chu: “I don’t know, but let’s take Hai Shi first. Brother, Brother Yi, you two are more familiar with Hai Shi, so you two will lead the frontal assault. Min Feng and I will lead people to guard the perimeter. Those who can be subdued will be kept, and those who cannot will be tied up for now. Before the high walls are built, the news cannot spread.”
Sang Jingwen: “Okay, Han Song and Tang Lei are both Level Seven. Tang Lei and A Yi are both fire element users, so let Tang Lei follow me. Han Song will act with A Yi. As for the remaining three Level Six individuals, choose your teams yourselves.”
Xiao Yifei: “In that case, Sister, why don’t we just release the Demonic Beast Legion? If we fight slowly, there will definitely be stragglers. The speed of Magic Beasts is faster than ours, and they won’t be discovered in the dark. A Wen and I will lead people to clean up the battlefield separately, and you and Min Feng will sweep up the rear. A triple guarantee.”
Sang Jingwen thought for a moment and said, “If it’s Magic Beasts, won’t the situation become uncontrollable?”
Xiao Yifei: “How could it? Hai Shi is full of scummy people, with few good ones. Even if they’re all eaten, I won’t feel bad, lest the news gets out and we’re besieged.”
Sang Jingwen: “That’s fine too. Sang Sang, what do you think?”
Sang Chu: “Then let’s do as Brother Yi suggested. Sai Yue and Xi Rui are for Brother. Brother Yi, I’ll give you Shi Feng and Qing Xiao. Everyone be as careful as possible, safety first. Regarding the Demonic Beast Legion, how many do you have?”
After Sang Chu gave them the money, she didn’t inquire about what they bought, so she had no idea how large the Demonic Beast Legion Xiao Yifei was talking about was.
Xiao Yifei: “I have about twenty or so, and A Wen has about the same. They are all low-level Magic Beasts of Tier One or Two, but they are enough to deal with ordinary Supernatural Ability Users.”
Lu Minfeng divided the Demonic Beast Cards in his hand into two portions and handed them over. “I have twenty here, take them all. A Chu, give me two of your Hellhounds, I’ll guard the seaside.”
“Okay, then I’ll guard the exit towards the mountain. Before the attack, I’ll have Xue You scout the size of Hai Shi and how many bases there are. I’ll start building high walls from the perimeter. Once the mountain side is built, I’ll come to support you.”
Sang Jingwen: “Then the current plan is set. If there are no objections, everyone can go and rest. We’re almost at the Underground City. After everyone rests, we’ll wait for Xue You’s information. Once the scope is confirmed, we’ll act immediately.”
Sang Chu: “Yes, but before that, I’m afraid we’ll have to clear out the Mutated Plants first. Mutated Plants are very deceptive and dangerous. They are too dangerous. Our city doesn’t need Mutated Plants.”
Sang Jingwen hesitated for a long time, then looked at Sang Chu and said, “Are we going to start by clearing out our neighbors?”
“I’ll go and check the situation first. If it’s possible, I’ll directly start clearing them. Everyone else, go and rest.”
Base, Underground City
“It’s so bright?”
“My heavens, this, have I returned to before the Apocalypse?”
Lu Linlin, holding her daughter, stood beside her husband and father, looking at the bright city before them in shock.
Some children had never seen light, having lived in darkness since birth, and were unaccustomed to it at first.
Mu Mu, holding Elder Yan’s hand, had tears streaming from her eyes as the light stung them. “Grandpa, what is this? It’s so dazzling.”
“This is light, Mu Mu. You’ll get used to it. Close your eyes for now, Grandpa will lead you.”
Yan Hao walked beside Elder Yan. Both of them felt a strange sense of nostalgia for the light. Even though it was dazzling, they were reluctant to close their eyes, fearing that it was all an illusion.
Xia Ru and Ma Ya Ru were on their usual patrol of the base when they unexpectedly saw Sang Chu returning with a group of people.
“Sister Sang, you’re back!”
Xia Ru and Ma Ya Ru pushed their bicycles towards them. Sang Chu looked at them and said, “These are Xia Ru and Ma Ya Ru. They manage the Supplies for the base. If you need anything, you can find them. As long as it’s reasonable, they will provide it based on the situation.”
After speaking, she introduced them to Elder Yan. “These are Elder Yan. You two, register with Elder Yan, record everyone, and then arrange accommodation for them. Similarly, one room per family, or one room for three to five friends. If they are alone, then gather enough people to share a room.”
The implication was that a suite could not be occupied by a single person; at most, one room would be allocated.
Xia Ru: “Okay, Sister Sang, I understand. Everyone, please follow me!”
Ma Ya Ru pointed to the wooden house not far away. “Sister Sang, this is the Meeting Room we built. It’s very convenient for holding meetings here.”
The Meeting Room was built on the central plaza, a small two-story building constructed with wood and decorated with vines.
Xia Ru: “We usually hand over missions here, including patrols and such. The second floor is a small warehouse, convenient for us to get some daily necessities.”
As Xia Ru walked, he explained in detail everything they had done during this period.
