Xiao Yi stood high atop the base, gazing at the revitalized scene before him, his heart filled with hope. He narrowed his eyes slightly, letting the breeze caress his face as his gaze, steady yet gentle, scanned the land. In the distance, brand-new residential buildings rose into view, smoke curling from their chimneys, a symbol of home's warmth. The sound of children's laughter drifted in the wind, bringing a smile to his face. Looking out at the farmland, which had expanded several times, the wheat waves shone golden in the sunlight, like a dazzling ocean. He imagined harvest time, with satisfied smiles on the faces of the people and granaries overflowing with harvest, the ultimate reward for their hard work. In the factory area, the roar of machinery woven into a vibrant melody. Trucks loaded with goods rolled out in an orderly fashion, carrying the base's fruits to distant lands. Xiao Yi knew this signified the base's booming economy and the promise of even greater possibilities. The base's roads stretched like veins, connecting every important area, a constant stream of people coming and going. The sound of reading aloud coming from the school, the figures coming in and out of the hospital, the bustling trading scenes in the shopping malls, all of these constitute a vibrant picture. And the sturdy fortifications, like loyal guards, guard this land full of hope. Xiao Yi knew that this was the result of everyone's joint efforts and the crystallization of countless sweat and hard work. He took a deep breath, feeling this hopeful atmosphere. The sense of responsibility in his heart became stronger and stronger, and he secretly vowed to make this land more prosperous and let the people living here be happy and healthy forever. At this moment, there was a light in his eyes, which was a firm belief and infinite longing for the future.

"As long as we unite as one and continue to work hard, our base will surely become better and better, a paradise in the apocalypse." Xiao Yi's voice was firm and powerful, echoing throughout the base. Standing tall and straight like a pine tree, Xiao Yi clenched his fists, his gaze piercing the horizon. His voice seemed to carry boundless power, piercing the heavens and resonating across the entire base. "Think of the road we've traveled—filled with hardships and dangers, filled with life-or-death trials." His voice rose slightly, a hint of passion. "But we never gave up, never retreated!" Each word struck like a hammer, hammering down on the hearts, evoking memories of those who had fought side by side and shared common struggles. "It's unity that allows us to support each other in times of adversity; it's hard work that allows us to find hope amidst despair!" His voice grew louder, brimming with emotion and determination. "Together, we've overcome resource scarcity, together we've resisted enemy attacks, and together we've overcome countless seemingly impossible challenges!" At this moment, the people in the base stopped what they were doing and looked up in Xiao Yi's direction. Their eyes were filled with recognition and determination. Xiao Yi took a deep breath and continued, "Now, we have achieved phased results, but this is far from enough! We must make every corner full of vitality and let everyone live a stable and happy life!" His voice lingered in the wind for a long time, "As long as we think in one direction and work together, nothing can stop us from moving forward! Our base will surely become the light of hope in the doomsday and a paradise that everyone yearns for!" These words are like a powerful torrent, impacting everyone's heart and inspiring them to continue to fight and strive for a better future.

As the weather grew colder, Xiao Yi noticed that the base's fuel reserves were dwindling dramatically. Frowning, Xiao Yi paced back and forth in the warehouse. His gaze fixed on the dwindling rows of fuel barrels, his anxiety growing. With every breath, white mist drifted from his mouth, as if telling of the intensifying cold. He reached out and touched the cold fuel barrels, a piercing chill instantly spreading from his fingertips to his entire body. The once-filled fuel depot now seemed emptier, the gaps between the barrels growing ever wider, just like the growing unease within him. Xiao Yi stepped out of the warehouse, a frigid wind lashing his face, slicing across his cheeks like a knife. He gazed at the gray sky, where the leaden clouds seemed to hang low, as if even nature itself was exerting pressure. Back in his office, he flipped through the fuel usage records, each number mocking him mercilessly. The ever-declining curve foreshadowed an impending crisis. He thought of the people in the base, the old people and children shivering in the cold, and those who worked hard to keep the base running. If the fuel supply continued to decrease like this, heating would become a huge problem and production would be seriously affected. Xiao Yi rubbed his temples vigorously, trying to ease the anxiety in his heart. He knew that he had to come up with a solution as soon as possible, otherwise this cold winter would bring an unbearable blow to the base.

Heating has become a pressing issue. If not addressed promptly, it will not only impact residents' lives but could also disrupt the functioning of many facilities. In this increasingly cold winter, residents' homes have become like icy cages. Once cozy bedrooms are now freezing. Children, wrapped tightly in blankets, still shiver with the cold, and their faces turn blue when they wake up in the morning. Elderly people, even in their thickest cotton coats, can't keep out the chill. Joint pain worsens, and painful groans echo through the rooms. In school classrooms, students' hands and feet are numb from the cold. Their pens tremble, their handwriting becomes crooked, and they can't concentrate. Teachers are forced to stamp their feet to keep warm while teaching, severely compromising the quality of instruction. In hospital wards, patients' conditions are worsening due to the cold. Their already weakened bodies are even more vulnerable to the onslaught of illness. Coughs and wheezes mingle, and the frantic medical staff are frantic, yet the cold slows their work. In the factory workshops, machinery is struggling to operate smoothly due to the low temperatures, leading to frequent breakdowns. Workers working in the freezing cold have become stiff, significantly reducing productivity. Precision instruments have also lost their accuracy due to the cold, making product quality difficult to guarantee. Community facilities, such as the water supply system, are at risk of freezing due to the low temperatures. A ruptured pipe would cause even greater distress to residents. The entire base feels as if it's been strangled by the cold, and every part of it struggles to breathe. If the heating problem isn't resolved promptly, people's lives will be plunged into endless suffering and chaos, and the base's normal operations will be in jeopardy.

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