However, the reason we came to them this time was indeed to seek cooperation, since the chances of success are not very high if we are the only ones going out to look for opportunities.

Since these foreigners have already made this request so bluntly, we naturally will not object.

I nodded: "That's a good idea, but you have to understand that this deserted island we're on isn't safe. If we split up to search, there will inevitably be dangers, and no one will be there to cover the losses."

The foreigners clearly knew that if they wanted to go out and search, they would have to leave their current camp, and the danger was self-evident.

But if we want to leave here, finding Yang Rui and the others is crucial.

The foreigners whispered among themselves, seemingly discussing something for a while, before the bearded man finally nodded at us.

Xu Wei said that they had already decided to go and look for it, but they needed to split up to search.

That way, the chances of winning will be greater.

I nodded; there was nothing wrong with that.

However, we still need to make a plan.

First of all, this island is just too big; we have no idea which direction to start looking.

Therefore, we must have a goal.

The direction you start from is very important.

The foreigners here have paper and pens, which is much better than us. He quickly drew a route, starting from where we are now and going around the beach. That way, no matter which forest Yang Rui and the others are in, as long as they are still alive, there will definitely be some noise.

As long as there is any noise, we will definitely find them by thinking. Once we find Yang Rui, we can fire a shot into the sky. Surely there will be an echo in this forest, and that way we will know the situation.

I suddenly remembered the map I found in the cave below our current camp. I wonder if that map is the same one that's on this deserted island.

If that's true, then the current situation is much simpler than we imagined.

However, I didn't tell these foreigners about the map.

Firstly, I don't know if this map is actually of this location, so saying it might cause trouble, and I'm even more afraid of affecting our itinerary.

Secondly, if this map really is this place, then there are many inexplicable markings on the map that I don't even know what they mean. I can't possibly tell these foreigners everything about it.

I still can't be sure whether they are friends or foes.

The foreigners quickly handed us a copy of the drawing they had made.

Xu Wei and I, the translator, said that the foreigners had decided to start searching tomorrow morning, and we would still come to meet them here.

I completely agree with that, because we don't want these foreigners to know about our camp. Otherwise, they'll definitely come up with some other ideas and cause us unnecessary trouble.

After everything was settled, we returned to our respective camps. Once back, I took out the map again and called Wang Ping and Chen Jian to discuss it around the campfire.

Chen Jian said that if the map was left behind by the people who died here, then it is 100% a map of this deserted island, because he believes that there must be some treasure on this deserted island, otherwise, why would these people come here to explore again and again?

Wang Ping agreed with Chen Jian's words.

“I also think Brother Chen is right. Think about it, we found that jade mine on this deserted island. Although it may not seem very valuable to us here, I think the quality of that jade would be worth tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of yuan if it were made into a bracelet or jade pendant in the city. If this group of people really came here for a purpose, then I think that jade mine is their biggest target.”

Chen Jian nodded in agreement after hearing Wang Ping's words.

“I think Brother Wang is right. Think about it, this jade mine is so big. When we went into that mine, we didn’t even get to the end. And we didn’t know what was inside because we didn’t have enough weapons. I think that the whole mountain range we went to might be a jade mine. If it really is, that’s a huge amount of money. Just thinking about it makes my mouth water!”

Thinking of Yang Rui, they must have come here for these things as well, otherwise why would they have come to this dangerous deserted island?

I think both of their analyses are correct, but is it really worth risking their lives for just one jade mine?

I'm still a bit unsure, but there's no point in saying anything now. It's better to go look for it tomorrow.

"Here's what we'll do: we'll split up tomorrow. Wang Ping will stay here and keep an eye on the camp and the female colleagues. We'll take the male colleagues and leave. I'll leave the guns and ammunition with you. The security measures around this camp are pretty good. As long as you don't take them down the mountain, there shouldn't be any danger."

Wang Ping shook his head after hearing my words: "Sihai, I think it's better to let Chen Jian stay here. First, Liu Jiaojiao is pregnant, and as a man, I'm sure there are many things I can't do to take good care of her. Second, if Chen Jian leaves, Liu Jiaojiao will be very anxious. If we leave Chen Jian here, he can keep Liu Jiaojiao company, and Chen Jian's marksmanship is much better than mine. We can rest assured leaving him here."

Upon hearing Wang Ping's words, Chen Jian immediately retorted, "Brother Wang, you can't say that. Although Jiao Jiao is pregnant now, she still has Wang Xiaoxiao and the others to take care of her. You just need to stay here and look after them. Besides, your leg has only just healed. If you go out now and encounter any danger, I'm afraid you won't be able to handle it."

Watching the two of them vying for the lead, I knew they wanted to give each other a chance to be safe, and I couldn't help but feel a warmth in my heart.

When we arrived on this deserted island, we had arguments, quarrels, and even fought.

But now all the barriers have been worn away by time; time truly is a great healer.

I sighed and patted them on the shoulders: "I think Wang Ping is right. Chen Jian, you should stay here and take good care of Liu Jiaojiao and the others. We will definitely come back as soon as possible, don't worry."

Chen Jian was about to say something more, but I patted him on the shoulder to stop him from speaking further.

“Chen Jian, we feel most at ease only when we leave you here. Since Wang Ting said his leg is fine, we can move faster. You are meticulous and quick-witted, so it’s more suitable for you to stay in the camp. I believe we will definitely come back safely.”