Rotting Land: Survive

Chapter 552 542: He Lei's Monologue (Part 2)

"Boss Liu, what do you think should be our next step? Should I go back now and bring them over, or directly pull people from home and take out their hideout, forcibly bringing them back?" He Lei rubbed his hands together, his eyes shining, eager to get started on a big operation.

However, upon hearing this, Liu Fugui returned to a state of calm and expressionlessness. He tapped his finger lightly on the table, creating a rhythmic sound.

A moment later, he suddenly stopped his actions and then said unhurriedly, "Let's put this matter aside for now. I don't want to risk my valued subordinates for those few boors."

After speaking, Liu Fugui gave He Lei a solemn glance, which surprised He Lei greatly.

Immediately, He Lei hurriedly replied in panic, "No, no, no, Boss Liu, my injury is nothing serious. Besides, as you just mentioned, our factory is in dire need of manpower. Although that group isn't anything good, their numbers are substantial, and they're quite honest. Once they arrive, as long as we employ some tactics, we can make them obedient. I think I should take some brothers and go now..."

"Sigh~" Before He Lei could finish his sentence, Liu Fugui lifted his hand in a gesture to stop him.

Once He Lei stopped talking, Liu Fugui turned his tone and said gravely, "Do as I said regarding this matter. When I need you to go out, I will notify you. But before I have considered everything thoroughly, stay quietly in the factory and recover. I don't want to lose my valued subordinates so easily. Oh, right, Huang Yong?"

With a glance, Liu Fugui looked at Huang Yong, who immediately bowed and said, "Yes, Boss Liu, what are your orders?"

"Go to the kitchen and have them prepare a good meal for He Lei, stew a chicken for him to replenish himself, understand?"

"Yes! Boss Liu!"

"Alright, He Lei, you should go back to your room, clean up, and rest. Remember not to act without my notice, do you hear me?"

Although Liu Fugui's final sentence was softly spoken, it was undeniable in its implication.

Even though He Lei was internally eager to implement his plan, he didn't dare to go against the latter's words.

After all, he knew Liu Fugui's temper, and if he insisted on his way, there would surely be consequences.

Especially in this post-apocalyptic world where killing doesn't incur taxes, he could only suppress his restless heart, firmly replying, "I understand, Boss Liu."

After watching He Lei leave the chairman's office, Liu Fugui immediately gestured for Huang Yong to come closer, whispering a few words in his ear.

Hearing this, Huang Yong nodded repeatedly, "Yes, yes, alright, I understand, Boss Liu, rest assured, I will get this done!"

On the other side, while Liu Fugui was interrogating his subordinates, the survivors in the villa living room were gathered together, celebrating the joy of reunion.

Old Zhao did not break his promise; he had indeed prepared a whole table of sumptuous dinner for the returning "Warriors."

After filling everyone's wine glasses, Old Zhao representatively stood up, raising his glass for a toast, "Come, come, everyone, raise your glasses, let's toast to all the members of the team who ventured out. It is because they risked their lives to gather supplies that we have peace for the coming days!"

There was nothing more to say; everyone drank their glasses, and then the dinner officially began.

Due to the bountiful harvest this time, the survivors were in good spirits, enjoying their food and drink to their heart's content.

After the meal was finished, Old Xu routinely gathered everyone again, intending to give a brief report on the mission.

Perhaps the events over the past five days had been too thrilling, and what was initially meant to be concise ended up being a ten-minute address from Xu Renjie.

Even Old Xu himself felt like a storyteller, but it was precisely his detailed account that made the listeners feel as though they were there, not only understanding all that the action team encountered but also experiencing the thrill.

"My goodness!" After Old Xu finished speaking, Lin Junfu couldn't help but exclaim, then raised his voice slightly, questioning Xu Renjie, "Old Xu, with such a big issue, why didn't you tell us all along? What if something happened to you all—what were we supposed to do?"

"Yes! Old Xu, what did we say before we set off? No matter what happens, both sides must tell the truth. You... sigh!"

Facing the reproach from Lin Junfu and Zhao Yunhai, Xu Renjie had nothing to say.

After all, the communication rules were decided after their discussion, and although Old Xu's actions were to stabilize the situation, he undeniably violated the established regulations.

However, while Old Xu stayed silent, Hu Xiaodong couldn't stand by.

As one of the involved parties, he knew very well what the situation was at the time, and during such times, telling Old Zhao and others the truth would not help solve the problem but might cause bigger troubles.

Therefore, Hu Xiaodong felt that Old Xu's actions weren't too overboard. Besides, military orders are not subject to obedience when outside, and special circumstances always require special treatment. Clinging stubbornly to old rules is what's truly stubborn.

"Well~ Old Zhao, Old Lin, don't blame Old Xu for this; he had his difficulties. Anyway, we all returned alive, didn't we?"

"Yes! Uncle Zhao, it was unavoidable not to tell the truth!" Wang Qiang also chimed in.

Seeing his brothers speak up for him, Old Xu cleared his throat, "Alright, I indeed breached the rules here, and I will be more attentive in the future. Furthermore, this serves as a reminder for me to draft a set of operational guidelines for external missions for everyone to discuss."

Regarding this, Lin and Zhao didn't intend to delve further, so after Old Xu finished speaking, they ended that topic.

Yet, once this subject concluded, another one was brought up by Wang Zhongyu, "I say, Old Xu, you just mentioned what was going on with that Black Ghost?"

"Yes, Company Commander, such a group infiltrating our inland and killing people deep in the county is not a simple matter!" As a military member, Lei Tong was also concerned about the Black Ghost killers whom Old Zhang described as well-equipped, highly trained, and ruthless.

Moreover, Old Zhao proposed an even bolder hypothesis, "Xiao Tang, you mentioned last time that your hometown was burned down in a fire, and I recall that the survivor you encountered mentioned that the fire was the army's doing. Do you think these two matters have any connection?" (To be continued. If you like this work, welcome to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets at qidian.com. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)