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Chapter 311 - 311: The Base Was Lost (2)
Chapter 311 - 311: The Base Was Lost (2)
Chapter 311: The Base Was Lost (2)
Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
“It must be a modular house…”
Before the apocalypse, there were rumors of houses that could be prefabricated by first creating a framework. Once the framework was made, it could be transported to the desired location and assembled there. Not to mention four buildings, even an eighteen-story building could be assembled overnight.
“Yes, that’s the only possibility!”
Meng Xian found it hard to believe, “In this era, what kind of authority could achieve this overnight?”
What truly astounded her was not the difficulty of assembly, but how these massive pieces were transported from another place.
The main challenges in this era was the lack of communication method between people and the unavailability of usable roads.
“Sister Meng, there’s someone!”
Someone shouted.
Meng Xian looked in the direction and under the canopy of lights, a soldier in military attire holding a rifle walked by.
“Uniform…”
“Patrolling soldier…”
The crowd exchanged glances, startled and confused about why there would be soldiers here.
“Could it be that they just looted a military surplus store and that’s why they have these uniforms?”
“Impossible. I’ve been serving in the military before the apocalypse. The way that soldier walked was very standardized, clearly indicating in a long-term training…”
“There are other soldiers…”
Everyone realized that there was more than one patrolling soldier.
“What…”
“Eagle, how many of them?!”
“Alright! Give me some time.”
After about ten minutes, thanks to his keen vision, Eagle had a clear understanding of the base’s situation.
“There are eight soldiers in total patrolling outside. We don’t know how many are inside those four metal buildings…”
Meng Xian inquired with many people who has architecture or engineering background, but no one could explain the purpose of those four buildings based on their outfit.
Those four buildings were just too odd in term of design. No one had ever seen such a style before; they didn’t resemble local architecture.
“With soldiers and the ability to transport metal parts in a short period…”
“Sister Meng, could they be from Black Rock City?”
“Black! Black ROCK City?!”
The crowd began to stir.
Many had heard of the legend of Black Rock City from Meng Xian. Even though they hadn’t been there, they were well aware of its strength.
Black Rock City was one of the few cities that could withstand the invasion of mutated beasts. Although they resorted to some tricks, creating something the mutated beasts disliked, they still ensured the city’s safety to a certain extent.
Furthermore, enviable base of the Reed Group was at Black Rock City which everyone desired. They also possessed a genetic potion that could transform an individual into a formidable entity.
“Maybe we should leave…”
“Let’s go back. Since this place is occupied, there’s no point in us staying…”
Among the crowd, many were thinking of retreating.
After all, the opposition had soldiers and the capability to transport steel structures.
A power with such capabilities was not something their small community could resist.
“But this is our territory…”
“Three days ago, when we came here, it was unclaimed…” Xiao Liu was somewhat unwilling to retreat now.
“So…how does it become our territory when they occupy it?!”
“Meng Xian, what should we do?!”
Some didn’t want to retreat and sought Meng Xian’s opinion.
Leaving now and acting as if nothing happened was the best course of action.
After all, this electronics factory was near their gathering place and she too was reluctant.
“It might not be entirely bad…”
“I’ve been to Black Rock City. No one from there would think of expanding to a place like this…”
“They probably have a mission to accomplish, and maybe they’ll leave once it’s done…” Meng Xian spoke to the crowd.
Someone questioned, “But they’ve already set up the steel structures…”
“Yes, such things are undoubtedly expensive. Just the cost of transporting them by helicopter must have been significant…”
“Would they go to such lengths just for a simple task?!”
The crowd quickly split into two factions. One group strongly opposed staying before being discovered, avoiding unnecessary trouble.
The other group, although fewer in number, consisted of enhanced individuals and thus had a say.
“Let’s send someone to investigate. If they’re only here for a task and plan to leave afterward, it might not be bad for us…”
After some thought, Meng Xian finally decided to send someone to find out more.
“Forget it, I’ll go personally!”
These soldiers trained all day, and their marksmanship was definitely top-notch. Other than her, everyone else was in danger.
“No way, Meng Xian, you’re the leader. How can you take risks at a time like this?!”
“Exactly, you’re our backbone. If something happens to you, Meng House Village would fall apart!”
Everyone tried to dissuade her.
“Meng Xian, let me go. I have enhanced speed. If something unexpected happens, I can escape…” Xiao Liu voluntarily to send him.
“Yes, Meng Xian, let Liu go…”
After some discussion, they finally decided to send Xiao Liu to scout the situation.
“Eagle, take your sniper team and find a good position. Ensure Xiao Liu’s safety from distance….”