Chapter 6: Survivor Base

After getting on the starship, he closed his eyes and rested as if nothing had happened. A-Shuang hesitated to speak, ultimately sighing and shaking his head, and then followed the convoy as they started the vehicle

Zhang Guohua certainly did not wish for an incident to occur just after they had safely entered the base, as it was rare to have a place where they could sleep soundly. Therefore, he agreed to A Shuang's suggestion: several strong men would position themselves on the periphery and gradually encircle the elderly, women, and children.

Unexpectedly, the leader of the convoy was not one of the two middle-aged men in the group, but rather a tall and robust young man. He had a terrifying scar on his face and wore a cold expression, yet when he spoke, he would fixate intensely on the eyes of the person he was addressing, exuding a hint of menace in his every gesture.

Oh, you startled me

Hello, Director of Hangzhou Base. "Zhang Guohua shook hands with him, saying, 'We are the Stealing Life Team, coming from Guangzhou.'"

A-Shuang was also very pleased to hear the news, but he was more cautious and simply shouted that the Star Journey had discovered a large number of survivors two kilometers to the northeast.

Xinglv still has a fondness for this child, Tuotuo. She is somewhat reluctant to let him go and does not wish for him to take risks, so she simply remains silent and watches as the child makes his own choices

For a convoy of only a little over ten people, thirty-eight zombies is no small number. Moreover, given the small size of this toll booth, the zombies inside might be packed in like sardines in a can, making it extremely dangerous

Xinglv sighed, opened the car door, jumped down, and walked towards that group of people

A chorus of cheers ahead

Star Journey. Zhang Guohua looked at Star Journey, hoping she would persuade Tuo Tuo to let go.

Not understanding what they meant, Xinglv looked at the person in front and found that A Shuang's hands were tightly gripping the steering wheel, the knuckles turning white, yet Qing was still smiling, though tears were streaming down her face

The symbol of national spirit; for them, the key term is national spirit, but for us, the key term is symbol. Please wait while I search for relevant literature on Earth.

Tears welling up in her eyes: "Sister Xing, can't you help me live a good life?"

Especially Ah Shuang, recalling the situation yesterday when Xing Lü dealt with the Crawlers, suddenly her expression turned unpleasant, remembering that she had also said something similar at that time

A specialized team within the convoy is responsible for the search, and they slowly approach the closed toll booth.

Keqing also wore a smile on her face: "Yes, even Tuo Tuo has trained to become a sharpshooter, yet she still behaves like a child who never grows up, easily frightened to the point of tears."

Star Journey Returns: "Thirty-eight zombies, I suggest we leave"

As the vehicle approached, a small drainage ditch extending from the building became visible, along with scattered limbs of zombies in the vicinity, some human and some animal.

Oh my! That's wonderful! Hurry and report to the captain!" Keqing shook Ashuang, her eyes smiling and crescent-shaped.

Thus, Star Journey fell into deep thought. The gun here was one she had borrowed for research, an extremely old model. However, compared to future weapons that lack burning power, it proved to be more lethal against zombies. "It seems that the convoy's weapons are insufficient?"

We understand! Zhang Guohua nodded, "Then I will discuss it with my teammates." He hesitated for a moment, glancing at another team nearby that was organizing their camp, "Can I know how they decide?"

A teammate asked, "But Captain, do we still have food?"

After seeing off Hang Xian, Zhang Guohua turned around and noticed that most of the team members appeared to be deep in thought: "You all heard that, right? What are your thoughts? Those who wish to stay can speak to me; there is no shame in it. For those who want to continue heading north, let’s discuss when you would like to depart."

"Not much." A Shuang was reluctant to say more, but walked up to Xing Lü and said, "Xing Lü, don't get too close to them."

Inside the door, there is still a door

Do you have instruments on your vehicle for receiving information

Indeed. Qiqing displayed a mocking expression, "Back when the large-caliber gun was still available, it was under his control, one shot, one kill, headshot! Unfortunately, there were too few bullets, and they ran out quickly"

Ah. Zhang Guohua sighed, "Xinglv, pay attention to safety, go back to the car first."

What one wishes to keep cannot be held onto, while what one does not wish to keep must inevitably follow. There is no greater tragedy in the world than this. If these are truly the only people left, then even if he wishes to continue on his remaining path, he will find himself powerless to do so.

The only consolation is that the strongest fighters, Xinglv and Ashuang, have not yet expressed their stance, while Tuotuo firmly stands by Xinglv's side

The closer one gets to the base, the more one can distinctly feel the tranquility of this base

Oh! You must have traveled quite a distance, and the journey was difficult!" The base leader, Hang, nodded slightly, "After all, this base is not a bus station where you can just stop by for a quick resupply and leave. If that were the case, it would be hard for the over three thousand people in our base to survive. Therefore, we have established corresponding regulations. If you intend to stay long-term, please inform us of your special skills, and we will provide appropriate benefits based on your contributions to the base. If you are only here for a short rest before leaving, we can only offer you two meals a day. If you stay longer, we will not be able to provide food."

This is a person on the mixed path. Seeing Xinglv staring at that man in contemplation, Ashuang confidently expressed his judgment, "Look at the others; those two middle-aged uncles seem to be skilled practitioners, most likely bodyguards. The group of young men mostly appear to be rough and unruly, probably they were originally a gang hanging out together, and as a result..."

However, at this moment, the atmosphere had grown cold, and she could indeed feel it. Setting aside Tuo Tuo's even more aggrieved expression, she looked around and asked, "What is wrong with you all? Are you not feeling well?"

Only a few remain, most of whom have no particular skills and cannot even drive. They are mostly frail and have survived thus far by luck, or they are determined to head north in search of their relatives

Indeed, following the guidance of the Star Journey, a massive structure appeared ahead of the convoy

Xinglv was dissatisfied with the gazes of the people in the convoy; the looks from several young men made her feel uncomfortable. Although she did not understand the meaning of such gazes, her mental probing made her feel as if she was being insulted

It is advisable to refuse, as we cannot allow the indigenous people to develop a dependency mentality

Seeing the bewildered expression of Xinglv, A Shuang suddenly felt a strange sensation. He had always harbored doubts, yet he felt that his suspicions resembled those of someone who had read too many science fiction novels. However, the more he looked, the more it seemed to be the case, and it increasingly resembled... "Xinglv, may I ask you a question?"

Keqing's expression was somewhat hesitant. Despite her spirited demeanor, she was still a girl who did not enjoy a life of constant turmoil. In the past, she had followed the captain out of sheer passion, but now, having experienced a journey filled with partings and losses, she no longer held much hope for the future. Even though her family was in the north, she did not know if they were still alive. At present, the only reality was that she was alive.

Upon hearing this, Keqing's expression darkened. She nodded and said, "Indeed, when we left that survivor base, we didn't receive much ammunition to begin with. As a result, the number of zombies we encountered along the way exceeded our expectations, and now we are likely in a tight spot."

Zhang Guohua's face was ashen. The people leaving were either drivers or those with some special skills in the team. Such individuals can receive decent treatment at the base. Additionally, there were two elderly individuals who could no longer move quickly; they preferred to endure poorer conditions rather than leave again

Of course, this is possible; however, you will need to manage your own food and are not allowed to exchange food within the base. Hang Xian smiled apologetically, saying, "You must understand our situation; the difficulty of food procurement is increasing..."

Suggestions and inquiries regarding broadcasting matters

I never prepared for a good life when I came here, and Xinglv bitterly smiled in his heart: "You can live a stable life here, but if you follow me, you will have to endure hardships, and you might even become a burden to me."

Everyone in the team knows that when Xinglv was discovered by them, she was walking alone on a highway far from the city. This alone proves that she has the ability to protect herself. So, by staying like this now, am I indirectly trying to burden her?

Zhang Guohua frowned. In times of chaos, such regulations are understandable, yet they still appear harsh, vividly illustrating the concept of survival of the fittest: "So what should we do if we want to take a few more days to rest?"

"This is also good; she has been on edge the whole way, and I truly worry that one day she might just break down without warning," A Shuang broke the silence and said as lightly as possible

Xinglv felt uncertain; two kilometers had already exceeded the range of her mental monitoring. Within one kilometer, she could 'see' all matters with her mental power, but beyond one kilometer, she could only sense them.

She sat silently, without any extraneous thoughts, but Xiao Zhi was quickly processing.

Sigh. Xinglv feels that he is merely a tool, while Xiaozhi is the one with the brains

Star Journey shook its head: "I am sorry, but I also have my limits"

[Suggestion: Let Tuo Tuo stay] At this moment, the long-absent Xiao Zhi suddenly appeared. [You may be able to protect him, but from another perspective, he is actually a burden to you]

Suggestions for assisting in the search to gain trust

This teammate glanced back at the toll booth with some reluctance, but thinking of the capabilities of Star Journey, had no choice but to resolutely board the vehicle

Prompt: The system has just encountered descriptions regarding Earthlings transmitting information through frequency modulation. Please inquire whether there are similar instruments on board

It is recommended to enable the long and short wave scanning function, as it is beneficial for receiving information from other areas of the Earth

You seem to be Russian, never mind. Suddenly realizing that there are so many people around, A Shuang is worried that others might know what they shouldn't know, but if the speculation is true, then I am not such a useless person after all

Yes, "" Keqing tapped on an inconspicuous device in front of the car, "" it's a radio. The car has limited electricity, so we need to conserve it. This radio hasn't received any signals for at least eight hundred years, so it's better not to use it."

It is certainly evident that A Shuang is being considerate of those around her. Xing Lv nodded and no longer pressed for answers. Seeing that others did not wish to speak, she gently patted Tuo Tuo's head and walked aside.

You speak

Once again on the road, personnel were reassigned. Xinglv still took the last vehicle, driven by Ashuang, with Qingtian sitting in the passenger seat

I am not foolish

The person inspecting the body left, and soon three individuals emerged from the inner door. Two were in military uniforms, while one was dressed in a suit. After exiting, they looked around and walked towards the convoy of the advanced base

Xinglv had no idea that his words had provoked several people, but even if he were aware, he probably would not offer any words of comfort, for the reality is as such

This is a critical issue, and everyone is focused on Zhang Guohua. Zhang Guohua feels somewhat bitter: "Excluding the possibility of someone leaving, at most three days."

Is Tuo Tuo a sharpshooter? Xing Lü is somewhat surprised; just now, Tuo Tuo was fainting from fear and it is uncertain whether he has regained consciousness now

The highest belief of the Battle Star people is strength

The majority of the team consists of young individuals, with only two appearing to be middle-aged. Among them, there are only five women, all of whom are young and beautiful

As the starry journey unfolds, several individuals can be clearly seen atop the tower observing the convoy. A large red flag appears above, adorned with five stars, making it exceptionally vibrant, fluttering in the breeze at the highest point of the tower

As soon as someone took the lead, several others gradually stood up, all expressing their stance like Li Cheng, bowing, and then moving aside to collect their luggage

What happened

It feels like a prison, Qiqing continued

Clearly observing the soldiers patrolling solemnly in the tower, Xinglv had no doubts about the security of this obviously prison-like environment, and thus did not respond to them, but instead began to habitually survey the surroundings.

He then said to the remaining teammates: "Comrades, regroup and proceed to the next location"

How many more days will the remaining food last us

This is an exaggeration in human language

Hang Xian shook his head: "They are just like you, needing to discuss this matter. They will give us a response by noon tomorrow. It is already getting late in the evening. I will send someone to deliver food to you. Although it is quite simple, at least it is something to eat. So please rest well."

Such a loud commotion naturally startled everyone. Upon seeing Xinglv, their eyes lit up. Xinglv, with a stern expression, walked to the front, closed her eyes, and pretended to stand still for a moment. The people around held their breath, as if any sound would disturb her mental scan.

Welcome to our survivors' base. First of all, congratulations on being alive. The middle-aged man in a suit smiled and extended his hand to Zhang Guohua. I am Hang Xian, the Secretary of the Municipal Committee of T City, temporarily serving as the head of this base

Tears flow in front of a national flag; although the stargazers may not say they are foolish, they also do not express their emotions.

I haven't encountered it yet... It should be about applying to enter... What about it? Xinglv, you...

What happened?" Keqing had just finished her examination when she saw another convoy with five women, and she felt a little excited.

The vehicle in front dropped several individuals, each armed with a gun, cautiously surveying their surroundings. Occasionally, they would casually eliminate one or two zombies that turned the corner of a building. At every gas station and library they passed, they routinely searched the toll booths, as some of these booths also served as roadside supermarkets, making it possible that there were supplies to be found

Nodding: "There is a large gathering of living people two kilometers ahead on the right; it should be a survivor gathering area"

However, in situations of food scarcity, it is always good to give companions a glimmer of hope

Star Journey originally did not care about whom to sleep with, as she does not sleep. At this moment, seeing Keqing's demeanor, she seemed quite wary of those people, so she nodded slightly and pulled Keqing to squeeze into the middle of the team. Ashuang, on the other hand, directly approached Zhang Guohua to discuss the first impression of another team.

Eight hundred years? The star journey is astonishing

Where did you not think of going to get some?

Oh, you speak.

This is indeed a harsh reality

trouble

"Since that's the case, I won't leave," Li Cheng said, then walked over and deeply bowed to Zhang Guohua. "Captain, thank you for taking care of me all this way. I really don't want to spend my days searching for food and riding around looking for that elusive large base. The only reason I joined the survival convoy was out of fear of death. I think this place is great. I am a mechanic, and I should be able to live well here. Goodbye, everyone." He bowed again to those around him, then went to the side to retrieve his luggage and took out a small blanket to lie down.

Zhang Guohua stood by the car, pondering, and tentatively asked, "So, Xinglv, are you capable?"

Warning, entering the fire range of the forward base

Zhang Guohua stood there still dejected

Xiao Zhi was chattering away in the Star Journey brain, but Star Journey was focused on what lay ahead. Unaware of the agreements reached in front, the gate slowly opened, and the convoy gradually entered the base

Tuotuo's expression showed a moment of excitement, but he quickly regained his resolve and, holding onto Xinglv's other arm, exclaimed loudly: "No! I want to follow Sister Xinglv!"

This building features exceptionally high walls, at least 15 meters tall, and on top of that, densely wrapped with barbed wire reaching heights of 4 to 5 meters. Every ten or so meters along the wall, there is a protruding tower, covered with glass, within which silhouettes of individuals in green uniforms can be seen. The wall extends far into the distance, maintaining its height, indicating that this base is quite large

The Stealth Survival Team consists of just over ten individuals, and there are hardly any combat personnel among them. It is already a miracle that they have survived until now. Now that they have found such a secure base, it is certain that one or two individuals will want to leave.

Xinglu rolled her eyes: "My name is Xinglu, not Satellite! How would I know..."

Individuals of great strength, whether specializing in mental or physical disciplines, possess an exceptionally vast realm of the soul. Being recognized as a strong person signifies having noble sentiments and a generous heart. Following in the footsteps of these strong individuals not only prevents warriors from taking detours but also deepens their admiration for strength

You know very well that some of our country's military locations are not marked on civilian maps at all. We do not have the capability to scour the outskirts of towns in search of weapons. " After saying this, Keqing suddenly looked over with bright eyes, "Xinglu, do you have a solution

After negotiating with another team, the three individuals approached Zhang Guohua

Zhang Guohua nodded and said, "There is one more thing, what is it?"

Star Journey tilts its head, not quite understanding

Upon seeing the smuggling convoy, the approximately twenty individuals from another convoy cast wary and curious glances.

Hmm. Seeing the probing light in Keqing's eyes, Xinglv closed his eyes and chose to ignore it

In other words, we are resting here, including the two meals provided by the base, which will last us at most four days. After we leave the base, we will have to search for food, right?" Li Cheng immediately began to analyze, "Or, we only rest for a day or two, and after going out, we will have to search for food everywhere again?

Upon entering the observation area, it became apparent that there was another convoy that had arrived earlier. Everyone had been similarly notified to wait outside for a full day and night of observation, so they all began to set up camp.

As he observed the team members taking a break, he inadvertently glanced at another team not far away and was taken aback.

A-Shuang got out of the car and underwent a full body examination, observing the convoy for a while before snorting.

Lili is no longer in the car, and for a moment, there is a sense of silence inside the vehicle

Hehe, Xinglv, you are truly adorable. You rarely interact with others, do you

Scanning complete, there are thirty-eight zombies in the charging hall, with a low density. It is recommended to leave

However, the presence of buildings also signifies the presence of people, and the current situation indicates the presence of zombies, which implies danger

At this moment, before Tuo Tuo could react, the expressions of several people nearby were already not quite right

Jiang greatly expanded the mental scanning and Xinglv exclaimed, "What will you do if you encounter survivor bases along the way?"

Such a massive base should have at least two to three thousand people, yet there is hardly any lively sound, as if approaching a gigantic grave. Those who were originally in high spirits are now unable to feel joy.

"Tuo Tuo, you should stay," Zhang Guohua thoughtfully suggested, "You are a child, the future of the nation, and you have a great talent for shooting. You will receive excellent treatment at the base"

Nodding slightly, the three individuals were summoned by Zhang Guohua and the large contingent to a nearby open area to prepare for setting up camp. Even if it was only for one night, they needed to ensure a good night's sleep

"Tell the captain about it. Some people over there are looking at us, especially at Xinglv..." Keqing frowned, instinctively moving closer to Xinglv and grabbing her arm. "Xinglv, can I sleep with you tonight, along with Ashuang?"

They will not believe in a flag, for a flag cannot help them conquer the universe

Zhang Guohua hesitated for a moment, as if realizing something, and then slowly nodded: "Yes"

This is a reminder that it is the national flag of the country, symbolizing the spirit of the nation

This does not seem like a military base..." A Shuang's voice was heavy.

It is certain that everyone entering the base must ensure they are not carrying the virus. Although it is said that a normal person, once bitten, will not last more than fifteen minutes before turning into a zombie, with the spread of the virus, there is no guarantee that there will not be individuals with special resistance. They are either unafraid of being bitten or can endure for a long time after being bitten

"Captain, may I ask a question?" A hand was raised; it was Li Cheng, who had previously clashed with Xinglv.

After more than an hour, when one vehicle had completely run out of fuel, we finally spotted a gas station. The words "Z National Petroleum" filled us with hope

She touched Tuo Tuo's head and said, "You should stay, otherwise you won't have good days ahead."

You are truly bare and exposed, Xinglv sighed inwardly. If she and Xiaozhi were one entity, then she would represent emotion, while Xiaozhi would embody rationality, the harsh rationality.