Chapter 261 Qingyu's Decision
After leaving Yue Zongyang, Han Shuo finally relaxed the tension that had been pressing on his mind.
Before he knew it, he broke out in a cold sweat.
He wasn't actually at ease during the time he spent in Yue Zongyang's office.
When he stood in front of the director, he felt a different kind of pressure.
Although Yue Zongyang had a smile on his face most of the time.
However, Han Shuo felt as if he had been stripped naked by the other party.
It was as if she had no secrets at all, and was completely exposed to Yue Zongyang.
He believed that Yue Zongyang had seen through most of what he was thinking at the time.
This feeling made him very uncomfortable.
"This director is probably a terrifying person as well."
Han Shuo made this judgment in his mind.
However, he didn't pay too much attention to it, because he felt that Yue Zongyang didn't have any ill intentions towards him.
...
Han Shuo stopped thinking about it, wiped the sweat from his forehead, and walked quickly toward his residence.
Today, he received a lot of useful information, which he must share with his friends as soon as possible.
He also needed to consider all the information he had at hand, and then plan the group's next route based on that information.
Should we go or stay?
Han Shuo already had a vague answer in his heart.
...
A few minutes later, Han Shuo pushed open the door to his residence.
"Wow, what took you so long?"
As soon as he entered, the fat man came to greet him.
"Brother Han, have you gotten any useful information?"
"Han Shuo, what did the director say?"
Xiao Zhao and Li Shurou also excitedly gathered around.
"Let's go inside and talk."
Han Shuo waved his hand and led the three of them into the living room.
He casually picked up a water glass and gulped it down.
After finishing his drink, he first asked Xiao Zhao and Fatty to call Qingyu and Cheng Shenghong respectively.
After everyone had gathered, he told them the news he had received from Yue Zongyang.
He only picked out the most important information, which mainly revolved around the zombie city.
During this time, he did not tell anyone that Yue Zongyang wanted to recruit him.
Because, in his view, since he had already clearly refused, there was no further follow-up to the matter.
Whether we say it or not, it doesn't really matter anymore.
When Yue Zongyang extended an olive branch to him, he did not mention his teammates.
Clearly, Yue Zongyang is only interested in himself.
That's why Han Shuo explicitly refused at the time.
Because if he agrees, it means he will abandon his friends.
He didn't want the fat guy and the others to know that they had missed an opportunity.
He didn't want the fat guy and the others to overthink things...
...
"Alright, that's all the information the director has given me. What are everyone's thoughts?"
After Han Shuo finished speaking, the scene fell into a brief silence.
Qingyu spoke first.
"Since it's confirmed that the Death Legion is heading this way, it means that one day in the near future, the entire underground research institute may be destroyed."
His eyes revealed determination as he continued speaking.
"I trust the director's judgment. Since the director said there's a 60% chance of winning, then as a member of the guard team, I will stay here and fight alongside the director to the very end!"
Han Shuo was not at all surprised by Qing Yu's attitude.
All of this was within his expectations.
Because this has always been Qingyu's duty here.
His former identity as a soldier was ingrained in him.
His soldier's blood, body, and soul would absolutely not allow him to attempt to escape.
Qingyu was already prepared to fight the Death Legion!
...
Looking at that resolute face, Han Shuo was deeply moved.
However, he still maintained his absolute rationality.
He began to speak.
"Brother Qingyu, I... have decided to lead everyone to evacuate from here ahead of schedule."
After the sound faded, the living room fell silent again.
This sentence signifies that he will soon bid farewell to Qingyu...
Fatty, Li Shurou, Wai Di, and Chen Hai remained silent, unconditionally trusting Han Shuo's decision.
After a moment of silence, Xiao Zhao suddenly became excited.
The next second, he rushed to Qingyu's side, his eyes filled with tears, his voice trembling slightly.
"Team……"
Xiao Zhao had barely uttered a single word when Qing Yu interrupted him with a smile.
His next words brought Xiao Zhao back to his senses.
“Xiao Zhao, you have long since left the guard team. Things are different now. You are still young, and there are some things you should let go of.”
"This is not only about taking responsibility for yourself, but also for your current captain. You... must listen to Han Shuo."
The atmosphere at the scene suddenly became unpleasant.
Cheng Shenghong, who wasn't very familiar with Qingyu, sat quietly to the side and listened.
At this moment, he was also moved.
...
Xiao Zhao stood there stunned for a few seconds, then seemed to realize something.
He smiled, wiped away the tears from the corners of his eyes, assumed a military posture, and saluted Qingyu.
"Captain, I understand."
“I will listen to you, and I will also listen to Brother Han.”
After he finished speaking, although he felt reluctant, he eventually turned around and walked back to Han Shuo's side.
"Yes, since I made that choice back then, I should have continued down that path."
“I always remember that I was once a soldier, but now I am a free man. The most important thing I should do is not to make Brother Han, Brother Pang, Sister Shurou... sad.”
...
Qingyu looked at the group in front of him, smiled, and waved his hand.
"Alright, stop making it sound like a life-or-death situation. I might not even die, you know? Stop looking so serious, there's no need to be so pessimistic."
Han Shuo composed himself and nodded solemnly to Qing Yu.
"Alright, I'll head back now. I need to make some preparations. You young people, continue discussing what's to come."
As Qingyu spoke, she stood up from her chair, greeted everyone, and turned to walk towards the door.
Han Shuo gestured to the others with his eyes, then went alone to escort Qingyu to the door.
After the two stepped outside, Han Shuo spoke firmly.
"Brother Qingyu, don't worry, I will definitely take good care of Xiao Zhao!"
Qingyu turned around, a kind smile on her face.
“I know, and I believe you have the ability. Otherwise, I wouldn’t have entrusted Xiao Zhao to you.”
After he finished speaking, he raised his hand and patted Han Shuo's shoulder hard. Then, without further hesitation, he turned and left.
"Let's go back."
Looking at Qingyu's strong back, Han Shuo nodded solemnly on the spot.
He watched Qingyu disappear into the distance before returning to his residence.
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