Chapter 104 The Decision of Three People
After hearing Han Shuo's words, everyone present fell silent.
Han Shuo knew the topic was getting heavy, so he coughed twice and immediately changed the subject.
"Alright, let's not talk about things that will upset you. Brother Qingyu, do you mean you want us to choose an identity from among these three types of people?"
“It’s not about wanting, it’s about needing. You must have your own identity, your own definition of what’s here, in order to stay,” Qingyu continued.
“I know you as a person. You definitely wouldn’t choose an ordinary survivor, so that leaves the Free Man and the Guard.”
"Personally, I prefer that you choose the guard team. You can either form your own team or join mine directly."
"As for free agents, they are the fewest here. Although they are not very restricted, if you want to obtain supplies, you still need to go out and search for them, right? In general, it's not as comfortable as being a guard. You saw it last time; when our guard went out, we were fully armed. If you choose to be a free agent, you won't have our equipment when you go out."
"Then why do we need the status of a free agent? It seems like a thankless task for the research institute," Han Shuo asked.
"Good question. First of all, most free agents also need to go out to find supplies. For example, if the three of you go out and find dozens of guns, but you don't need that many, you can hand over the extra ones to the research institute in exchange for some other things. Of course, it won't be an equal exchange, and you will be at a disadvantage."
"Secondly, the research institute is simply too large. Even if there were several times more than 10,000 people now, it could still accommodate them all. Therefore, providing free accommodation for free people will not cause any loss to those in power."
"In general, free agents will also contribute to the research institute. We don't need to feed them or provide them with other supplies. We only need to provide them with a place to live and some free technology. In return, we can obtain free labor. Why not?"
After Qingyu finished speaking, Han Shuo fell into deep thought. This was indeed a problem, and he really needed to think it over carefully.
"Haha, alright, you're a shrewd kid. No rush, no rush. You three can think it over tonight and give me your answer tomorrow. Come on, let's go eat first."
The three of them were indeed hungry, so Han Shuo temporarily put aside the previous question and went to eat with Qing Yu.
The food had already been brought back by the soldiers, and just as Qingyu had said, the guards' meals were indeed very good.
Besides some vegetables, there was also fish and meat.
It could be said that this was the most sumptuous meal the three of them had eaten since the catastrophe.
As for where the food came from, Han Shuo figured it out after a little thought.
The underground research institute has its own power generation system and underground water sources.
They also have their own breeding systems.
It's worth noting that this place was previously the main site for gene research projects, so raising livestock and other animals here was perfectly normal.
After the Ice Crystal Virus arrived, the research institute was able to easily cultivate and breed some animals using its existing technology.
After dinner, Qingyu found a temporary place for the three of them to stay, told them to get some rest, and then turned to leave.
As for Xiao Zhao, he will eventually have to return to his original team.
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"I say, this kid Zhao, I think he's pretty good, really pretty good!" the fat man said meaningfully.
"Yes, Han Shuo, find a way to bring Xiao Zhao over!" Li Shurou's eyes lit up, and she spoke even more directly.
Han Shuo smiled helplessly.
"Sigh, I know without you two saying it. It would be great if Xiao Zhao could stay in our team."
"Then what are we waiting for? Hurry up, ask Qingyu for the people tomorrow."
The fat man was impatient. He had gotten used to living with the four of them these days, but Xiao Zhao was suddenly gone tonight, and he didn't even have anyone to chat with.
"Damn it, while I do have a good relationship with Qingyu, he's been mentoring Xiao Zhao for ten years. It's really inappropriate for him to suddenly ask me to poach him."
"Furthermore, Xiao Zhao's leg injury requires a period of rest. Ultimately, this matter depends on Xiao Zhao's own wishes; it cannot be forced."
"Don't worry, you two! I believe in Xiao Zhao; he'll be back in the team sooner or later!"
Seeing Han Shuo say this, Fatty and Li Shurou didn't say anything more.
Qingyu has indeed treated them very well. The two of them were too hasty in their decision-making and went straight to poach people, which was really unethical.
However, they both knew that since Han Shuo dared to say that, he must have some confidence in his heart. This guy was always very accurate in judging people.
"Okay, by the way, what did Qingyu say today about the guard team and the free agents? Which one should we choose?" the fat man asked.
"Do you two have any opinions?" Han Shuo already had a vague answer to this question in his mind, but he still wanted to discuss it with the two of them.
"A free man!"
"A free man!"
To Han Shuo's surprise, the two of them didn't hesitate at all and directly gave their answers.
"Wow, you two planned this in advance? I really want to choose this one, you know me so well?"
"Nonsense, we've been with you the longest. If we can't figure out what you're thinking about such a simple question, then what have we been doing all this time?"
The fat man smacked his lips and said casually.
“Yes, Han Shuo, we’ve learned a lot from you these past few days, so we understand you even better now,” Li Shurou said with a smile.
"So, are you two just going along with what I said, or do you really want to choose a free agent?"
“We really want to choose, we’re not kidding, we’ve both thought about it. Shurou, you’re the one to choose.”
"Okay, first of all, being a free agent is so cool! Uh... that's exactly what Fatty said to me when you weren't here last night."
Li Shurou even made a joke before giving a proper analysis.
"From all perspectives, the guards do have better treatment, but they are inevitably constrained by those in power and have to listen to them. If they issue any dangerous missions, do you think the guards will go or not? If they want to stay here, they obviously have to agree."
"But free agents are different. They won't be subject to much constraint, and they won't take on those death missions. We just need to take care of our own little plot of land. Besides, Fatty and I will definitely not starve to death if we follow you."
Li Shurou's words were clearly something she had discussed with the fat man.
Han Shuo was surprised to find that the two of them thought exactly the same thing as him. It seemed that they had really made a lot of progress during this time.
"That's right! That's exactly the point. Only by becoming free people here can we take our lives into our own hands!"
Han Shuo said with relief, "This is the result the three of us wanted."
The ordinary survivors and the guards: one lived a life of ease, the other a life of luxury.
But if you think about it carefully, you realize that their lives are actually being controlled by others, a feeling that Han Shuo dislikes very much.
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"Then it's decided! I'll go and get back to Qingyu tomorrow. Oh, and about the supplies we had in the car, you two should inquire about them tomorrow and remember to retrieve them," Han Shuo said.
"Okay, Shurou and I will go tomorrow, and we'll also take a stroll around the area to learn more about the local situation."
Now that they've settled down, the three of them need to familiarize themselves with the situation as soon as possible. The food in their car will last them at least half a month, so there's no need to worry about zombies for the time being.
So, Han Shuo's next small goal is to improve the team's strength as soon as possible, and the fastest way to do that is to become a genetically engineered human.
Han Shuo only knew that genetically modified humans were very strong, but he had no idea about the specific improvements at each level of evolution.
It's time to let the turbid liquid do its job!
If he can become a genetically modified human, then the risk of his next outing will definitely be much lower.
I just don't know if they have enough of that turbid fluid!
Looking at the two full of energy, Han Shuo said, "Tomorrow, I will discuss the issue of genetically modified humans with Qingyu in more detail!"
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