Chapter 450 He Zhuo: My little sister's burst of energy...
As the sun rose higher and the temperature climbed steadily, a remarkable queue had already gathered at the Flameheart parking lot.
The atmosphere, which was originally somewhat relaxed and noisy during the early morning shift change, seemed to be completely swept away by an invisible force the moment this team appeared, becoming solemn and dignified.
The fifty selected 'Flameheart' ability users have already changed into the uniform black combat suits distributed yesterday by Chi Yi, He Zhuo, and Ji Xian.
The combat uniforms were made in advance by staff at the base who knew how to sew clothes, as arranged by Lu Nange and her group, and they only received them yesterday.
The black boots were taken out by Lu Nange from the outdoor gear she had collected before. The soles had deep treads, making them slip-resistant and wear-resistant.
As far as the eye could see, there was a desolate and brutal darkness...
The only bright spot was on the left chest—a flame totem embroidered in the shape of a raging fire with dark red silk thread!
It leaps against the black background, as if a heart is beating...
The lower body is made of the same material and consists of black combat trousers.
The crucial knee and elbow joints were covered with black alloy protective gear specially made by Shi Xu's people.
Standing at the front of the group, Lu Nange, Chi Yanzhou, Lu Xici... a group of people, although wearing the same outfits, had a different story behind them.
Beneath the combat uniform was a thermostatic suit provided by Lu Nange.
At this moment, Gu Qi, He Zhuo, Chi Yi, and Ji Xian are confirming their groups and verifying the list.
Having confirmed that everything was correct, Chi Yanzhou stepped forward and stood at the very center of the group.
"Are you all clear about the team divisions, the team leaders, and the members?"
"Understood!!" Fifty people responded in unison, their voices converging into a wave that broke through the morning mist, their morale soaring.
Chi Yanzhou nodded slightly, then turned his head and looked at Lu Nange beside him. His cold and stern face softened unconsciously.
"Nan Nan, I'm leaving you in my care!"
Lu Nange did not refuse. She stepped forward and all eyes were immediately focused on her.
Her voice came through the mask; it wasn't particularly loud, but it was clearly imprinted on everyone's eardrums and in their hearts.
"Very good! One person's strength is limited. No matter what we do, one person's strength is not enough. Therefore, we need companions!"
Remember your team right now, remember your teammates who fought alongside you. Today, they are your second life!
Today, we're going to—the Rock Base!
Some of you may have heard rumors about it, and some may have seen with your own eyes what the survivors who crawled out of that hell on earth looked like!
That place is a hell for the weak and a paradise for thugs!
They bully the weak, lose their humanity, and treat living people as livestock that can be bought, sold, humiliated, and discarded at will!
They even practiced slavery, a system of survival of the fittest...!!
We twelve didn't want to be heroes, we just wanted to do...what we wanted to do.
“A place like this…” Lu Nange’s voice suddenly rose: “should not exist under the sunlight!”
So we've decided—today—to smash its gates, to flatten its walls, and to utterly destroy its rock!
Now, before we depart, I'm giving you one last chance to choose. Is there anyone who wants to withdraw?
This is not cowardice; it is taking responsibility for your own life and for your comrades-in-arms!
"Stand up now, and no one will laugh at you. There will still be a place for you at Flameheart Base."
"My sister's energy is incredible! I'm getting all fired up!" He Zhuo quietly moved closer to Gu Qi and Lu Xici.
Gu Qi: "Shut up!"
He Zhuo: "Hey... but aren't we going to find Sister Wen Qing's parents... and maybe we can find the 'boss' behind the scenes?"
He Zhuo leaned closer to Lu Xici and nudged him with his elbow.
Lu Xici: "Is it true that we want to destroy Panshi? Although we're not exactly good people either, if Panshi were a good place, would we have taken it down?"
Gu Wan tilted her head slightly: "He Zhuo... a brain is a good thing, but you really don't have one!"
He Zhuo...
The superhumans in line exchanged bewildered glances upon hearing Lu Nange's words, their eyes locked in a brief, intense exchange, their breathing heavy.
However, in the end, not a single person moved, and not a single person lowered their head.
[In this apocalyptic world, only by following strong individuals like Miss Lu and Captain Chi can one survive!]
I don't want to be a hero, but I want to do what I can!
[The last reward was enough for several people in the family to live on for a while... this time it'll definitely be just as good!]
[Following Captain Chi and Miss Lu is the safest way to improve my strength, I must go!]
[I want to go, I want to become stronger, constantly stronger, so that I can protect myself and the people I want to protect!]
[With Miss Lu and the others around, there definitely won't be any problems!]
......
After a brief fluctuation, their eyes became even more determined, sharp, and unwavering!
Lu Nange and Chi Yanzhou exchanged a glance, taking in everyone's reactions.
Chi Yanzhou then stepped forward again, standing shoulder to shoulder with Lu Nange.
"Everyone here is young, and passion is a good thing! But I want you to stay absolutely clear-headed!"
Once you step out of this door and onto the road ahead, bullets have no eyes, and superpowers don't discriminate!
Anything can happen! Now, as the commander, I'm asking one last time—is anyone considering leaving?!
"No!" This time, the responses, though uneven, were hoarse and resolute, as if they were determined to burn their bridges!
Lu Nange continued, "Very good! Your primary task today is... always to protect yourselves!"
Then, protect your teammates who you can entrust your back to!
Stay close to your captain! Stay close to us!
Use your strength, join us, and let the sunlight of light and order shine into that dark, stinking corner!
Now, tell me—do you have that confidence?
"have!!!!!"
He Zhuo, who was feeling utterly hopeless from being teased by Gu Wan and the others, picked at his ear and shouted at the top of his lungs, "Didn't you eat? Why are you so quiet? Don't you have any confidence?!"
Gu Wan and the others: [A conspicuous bag!]
"have!!!!!!"
This roar almost overturned the parking lot; every team member's face turned red, veins bulged, and they used all their strength.
The surging fighting spirit and the feeling of shared hatred for the enemy were completely ignited at this moment, reaching their peak!
Looking at the group of excited superhumans in front of them, Lu Nange and her group had a hint of satisfaction in their eyes.
Chi Yanzhou: "Get in the car! Let's go!"
At the command, the team sprang into action, with members quickly heading to their designated vehicles according to their pre-assigned groups.
Their transportation setup remained the same: a Mercedes-Benz G-Class as the lead vehicle, followed by two SUVs, and then two modified pickup trucks at the rear...
A convoy of five vehicles, facing the rising sun, drove out of the Flameheart Base...
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