It wasn't until Gou Fugui and his three companions used the most unrefined methods to drag a truckload of supplies to the mall entrance that the transport team leader finally believed that the long-haired young man with an extra bump on the back of his head compared to others in his protective suit truly possessed superhuman strength.
It was precisely because of this that the transport team leader hesitated to speak after Gou Fugui and his team completed their mission.
He watched as the long-haired youth seemed quite pleased to accept the twelve full protective suits, and suddenly asked, "You really want the full protective suits? Is there somewhere you want to go or something you want to do?"
Gou Fugui, munching on canned meat, looked at the transport team leader, his beautiful phoenix eyes narrowing slightly: "Yes, we have something very important to do. Besides protective suits, we also want to buy a fully enclosed transport or rescue vehicle. Team leader, do you have any methods or connections to help us make contact?"
"The four of us have some savings and supplies combined, so we should be able to buy a sealed vehicle as long as it's not exorbitantly priced."
The transport team leader laughed upon hearing this, while the tall, thin transport team member next to him chuckled, "You seem strong but not very bright. There are only twenty-two enclosed vehicles in the entire city of Chun, ten for rescue, ten for transport, and two armed military vehicles. Our squad alone can't keep up with the daily shifts, so how could we possibly sell vehicles now?"
"Don't even mention the price. Even if you offer an exorbitant price, a fully enclosed vehicle is still impossible to find, okay?"
Gou Fugui clicked his tongue and said, "Then why are you asking us questions, Captain? I thought you could tell us how to get the vehicle."
The transport team leader chuckled again: "You're pretty perceptive, aren't you? While I can't provide you with a way to get vehicles, I can provide you with a safe way to get to where you want to go!"
"Would you like to join the Chun City transport and rescue team? The rescue team is short-handed, and everyone has been working around the clock for the past two days without a break."
If the fog doesn't clear up, the city will definitely recruit new members for the rescue and transportation team. I see you're strong and capable of doing a lot of things. This guy looks like he can fight. The other two also have their own specialties. Why don't you join our transportation and rescue team to earn a living and contribution points?
Once the stranded citizens have been sent home and the situation is less urgent, you can apply to your superiors to use a restricted vehicle for a few days. Even if a restricted vehicle cannot be used, it's still easy to apply for a ride along the military's route.
Of course, if you make exceptionally significant contributions during your temporary employment, it's not impossible that you might be directly rewarded with a sealed vehicle.
Gou Fugui found the transport team leader's words to be quite reasonable. He turned to look at Xie Tianlang, Song Sanchuan, and Si Wuyai, and they all nodded in agreement.
Given that enclosed vehicles are difficult to obtain through ordinary means, joining the national army is a better option.
Moreover, joining the official organization means they can receive news of any sudden changes immediately, which is a good thing for them, given the current fog that they know nothing about.
So, after the orca Fugui demonstrated his innate superhuman strength, they naturally and simply took on official jobs for the time being.
"Haha, then the four of you can come with us! There are still two streets left for today's transport and rescue. If all goes well, we'll be back in an hour. Then we'll take you to see the captain and register you."
The transport team leader was delighted to have acquired a strongman, thinking that he would finally be able to call for help instead of getting stuck in the fog and getting his vehicle stuck in potholes, doors, or trees.
However, his little flame of joy was extinguished by the brigade leader with a bucket of water as soon as he returned.
"I heard from Liu Long that we recruited a team member with superhuman strength today? Which of you four will step forward so I can see? A new batch of protective suits, sealed vehicles, and fog-clearing equipment and medicines have arrived in the provincial capital and we need to pick them up. Normally, it would only take a few hours, but now the fog is too thick and there will be many roadblocks on the road. If someone can easily lift a vehicle, it will probably save a lot of time."
The captain of the transport and rescue team was a very tall and strong man. When he spoke, he stared at Xie Tianlang, clearly believing that this person, who was even taller and had a stronger aura than him, was the one with divine power.
As a result, he only received a neutral look from Xie Tianlang.
Abbreviation: ignore.
Standing next to this wild-looking man, an exceptionally handsome young man with long hair popped up, smiling and raising his hand.
"Captain, it's me."
The captain blinked, almost biting off the fries he was holding in his mouth.
"You? You're born with superhuman strength? Are you sure you're not just naturally beautiful?"
Song Sanchuan couldn't help but chuckle. The naturally beautiful and wealthy woman reached out and grabbed his arm, then smiled shyly at the captain: "I'm sure I'm naturally strong. But I'm also naturally beautiful."
"I'll prove it to you right now!"
Then, Song Sanchuan, who was secretly laughing, was grabbed by the arm and thrown away by the wealthy beauty who had activated the Orca Bloodline's enhancement.
They met at a temporary transport and rescue team base next to the city government. The place was originally a cultural museum, but it was chosen as a temporary base because it was large and spacious enough.
Then, Song Sanchuan howled as the orca Fugui hurled him ten meters away, sending him flying through the air in an arc that stunned everyone. He finally managed to land safely and gracefully, without looking humiliated. This sudden move had already stunned the other rescue team members at the temporary base, including the deputy mayor who had been directing operations there.
"Holy crap, did I just see that right? That person flew ten meters through the air, from one end of the road to the other?!"
"You read that right. But the trapeze artist isn't the point; the point is, that person didn't fly voluntarily! He was grabbed by the arm and thrown out, holy crap!! That's a living, breathing person, not a sandbag or a shot put! Who on earth has that kind of strength to throw a person out like that?!"
"Hiss—is that even human?"
Captain Zhou Shan, watching Gou Fugui's increasingly amused smile as if he hadn't done anything, was also pondering this question.
But as a seasoned captain, he was ultimately more pleased than surprised to accept the good news that there was a member of the team with superhuman strength.
"You're something else! Not bad, not bad! Tomorrow you'll come with our First Brigade to the provincial capital to transport those supplies back."
I heard from Xiao Liu that the reason you four joined was to apply for a closed-loop vehicle to go somewhere, right? If you behave well on the trip, you can apply later.”
Gou Fugui nodded, feeling confident that he would perform well.
However, seeing that the captain seemed about to leave after speaking, he quickly added, "Are you only taking me? Although my three friends aren't born with superhuman strength, each of them has their own unique skills and specialties. I think we'll be more confident on the road if I take them with me."
The captain did not immediately agree upon hearing this.
After all, transporting supplies back from the provincial capital is an important task that can earn contribution points and double the supply rewards.
The entire transport and rescue team had been vying for the qualification to go to the provincial capital for several days. Adding one more person to the team was already the limit of his authority. If he added any more people, he would have to kick out three people.
This is not a decision he can make alone.
Captain Zhou Shan wanted to say something to suppress or gloss over Gou Fugui's words, but then he saw the vice mayor leading his men this way.
The deputy mayor, a bespectacled, rather refined and capable middle-aged man, walked over and immediately asked with a smile, "I heard that young man was thrown out? Which young man is so capable?"
The wealthy and beautiful woman stepped forward with a smile, and raised her hand again, a little shyly: "Hello, it's me."
The deputy mayor glanced at the handsome young man with long hair, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes, but it quickly turned into a smile: "You're truly born with superhuman strength. Keep up the good work, young man. The country needs talents like you."
Ren Caifu naturally accepted the praise, and then he promoted his colleague Ren Caifu to the deputy mayor:
"I will definitely work hard for the country, but my three companions are also very talented people!"
My brother Xie is incredibly strong; he could easily take on ten people at once. The guy next to you, wearing glasses like you, is Si Wuyai, a PhD in chemistry and biology. He has some insights into the fog-related research. Finally, there's that baby-faced guy I threw out. While he's not as strong as my brother Xie, nor as skilled in research, he's exceptionally talented in mechanics and network information!
"As long as the four of us work together, this mission to receive supplies in the provincial capital will definitely be a complete success! I think we can all go, what do you think?"
Gou Fugui smiled shyly at the deputy mayor, but his recommendation was anything but modest.
Even Captain Zhou Shan couldn't help but look at him with a "this kid is really reckless" gaze. Meanwhile, the other members of the transport team who had secretly gathered around were both marveling at how reckless this long-haired strongman was and thinking that he was too good at bragging about his own brother's scheming!
The deputy mayor hadn't expected the young man to recommend his brother or friend to join the provincial capital's supply team. He met the long-haired youth's sharp gaze, but failed to see even a hint of fear or hesitation in those eyes.
The deputy mayor even felt that the long-haired youth's gaze was particularly calm and composed, as if... he had seen many grand occasions.
The deputy mayor gently pushed up his glasses before looking at Xie Tianlang, Song Sanchuan, and Si Wuyai standing to the side.
Then he couldn't help but admire them in his heart, and upon closer inspection, he realized that the three young men also had quite outstanding appearances and temperaments.
A truly outstanding person's inherent qualities and self-awareness cannot be concealed, and these three individuals clearly possess strong self-confidence.
"Vice Mayor, how about we let those three show off their skills?"
After all, navigating through the fog is indeed dangerous, and it's better to have someone capable go.
The deputy mayor smiled and waved his hand, saying, "True ability cannot be hidden. Since this strongman has already said so, then the three of them must be just as good. Let the three of them come to the provincial capital with us."
Then the deputy mayor looked at Gou Fugui and said, "Young man, you said it yourself that as long as the four of you go on this supply trip together, everything will be fine! That's like you've made a solemn pledge to me. If you can't bring the supplies back safely, I'll hold you accountable."
The wealthy and beautiful woman smiled and said, "Don't worry, there will absolutely be no problem."
If all else fails, he'll stuff all the supplies into his pocket. Since returning from the last world, his pocket has been twice the size of a super-sized one.
"But if the four of us do a great job on the road and bring the supplies back safely, shouldn't you reward us with something?"
The deputy mayor smiled and asked, "So what do you want?"
Gou Fugui coughed and said, "It would be best if we could be rewarded with a closed vehicle. If we can't be rewarded with a vehicle, we would be happy to borrow it for ten days."
This request wasn't unreasonable. The deputy mayor smiled and nodded, "If you can bring all these supplies back safely, I'll grant you a month's worth of vehicle use."
Gou Fugui was immediately satisfied.
"Don't worry, I'll carry all the supplies back, even if I have to carry them myself."
The deputy mayor wanted to laugh again.
After the vice mayor and his entourage left, Zhou Shan looked at the smiling, long-haired young man again and realized that this guy was not only a strongman, but also a smooth talker with a dark side.
Who says brutes are brainless? This kid is cunning!
Fortunately, the last three spots were added on the side, so the original team members didn't have to be kicked out, which was a happy ending for everyone.
"Alright, everyone, stop crowding around here watching the show! Aren't you all tired after a whole day's work?! Hurry up and go back, we still have to deliver supplies and rescue people tomorrow. And those of you who are going to transport supplies to the provincial team tomorrow, go back and rest early today! We'll assemble at seven o'clock sharp tomorrow morning, no one is allowed to be late!!"
Zhou Shan roared at the surrounding area, causing the young men from the nearby rescue and transportation teams to scatter like birds and beasts.
Gou Fugui, Xie Tianlang, and the other two were led by Zhou Shan to the canteen and dormitory.
Both places were temporarily converted within three days, and the accommodations for resting were just a few rows of single tents on the second floor of the museum.
Seeing the neat rows of tents set up in the open space, Gou Fugui was stunned for a moment, then unconsciously curled the corners of his mouth into a smile.
This kind of tent reminded him of the tents in the stadium of Ocean World.
At that time, he and Xie Tianlang were not yet companions.
"So I said I'd seen this younger brother somewhere before, but you pretended it was the first time you'd met me. You even rolled your eyes at me and were so cold and indifferent, tsk."
Xie Tianlang's voice rang in my ears, tinged with amusement and a hint of accusation: "We just spent the night together at sea, you were my Yuanyuan."
Gou Fugui's ears got a little hot by the end, and he was also a bit speechless and embarrassed: "How could you remember something that happened so long ago!"
Back then, he was someone who was willing to fight to the death with deep hatred and a big secret. Being careful was the best policy. Who would want to acknowledge him as a brother?
Most importantly, Xie Tianlang at that time didn't seem like a good person at all, and he was still obsessed with comparing sizes with him, showing a strong competitive spirit. He just seemed really annoying.
Although he does have some skill.
Xie Tianlang laughed, "I remember everything about you, every single thing I've ever seen."
This time, the wealthy and beautiful woman really couldn't handle it.
Meanwhile, Song Sanchuan, standing to the side, was inwardly ranting about how their captain could be so disgustingly influenced by love.
Zhou Shan, who had led them there, found their conversation inexplicably nauseating and infuriating, but being a man, he was rather thick-skinned. He merely shuddered slightly and pointed at the tent, saying:
"The tents in the first and second rows over there are newly set up, and everything is ready inside. You can choose which one to stay in."
"Get some rest early tonight, we need to leave promptly at seven o'clock tomorrow morning."
Gou Fugui couldn't help but laugh when he looked at the first two rows of tents; now it seemed that even their positions were almost the same.
"The middle of the second row?"
Xie Tianlang asked with a smile.
Gou Fugui nodded: "Alright, let's go there."
Then, the wealthy and beautiful woman slept in the very middle of the second row of tents, while Xie Tianlang, just like in the first world, slept on the right side of his tent.
Song Sanchuan: "...Tsk."
Let me kick over this bowl of dog food! I still have my mechanical little tit for company!
Si Wuyai stroked his chin. So these two were already mixed up in the first world.
Tsk tsk tsk.
* * *
At 7:00 AM on the second day, the fog appeared in Spring City for the fourth day.
Gou Fugui and his four companions, along with the eighteen members of the transport team selected by Zhou Shan, boarded a modified, fully enclosed bus equipped with its own air disinfection and filtration system, heading towards the provincial capital, Lancheng.
Since everyone was not very familiar with each other, the camp naturally split into two parts: eighteen and four.
But Xie Tianlang and his companions didn't care. Their trip was purely for the sake of driving their own fully enclosed vehicle. After bringing back the supplies from the provincial capital, they should be able to go to Shuiwu County in the southwest to investigate the cause of the fog.
For them, this trip to the provincial capital was not a big deal; whatever happened along the way, the four of them could handle it.
Unless some major unexpected event occurs, they are just temporary "roadblock clearing" tools.
On the way, Orca Fugui cleared the traffic jam that was blocking the Bee Car three times, making it impossible for it to move.
When everyone saw this pretty boy with a ponytail easily lift up the cars blocking their way and throw them out, and sometimes even disregard large SUVs, the eighteen transport team members who were initially unconvinced had no reason to be unconvinced anymore.
This kid's strength is too great; calling him a born superhuman is an understatement.
Ordinary people like them shouldn't compare themselves to this guy who's blessed with natural talent.
However, they still firmly refused to admit that the other three were also better than them!
Gou Fugui served as a roadblock clearing tool three times, and after getting into the car, he leaned on Xie Tianlang's shoulder and dozed off.
The other passengers were in a similar state. After all, you can't drive too fast in the fog, or you'll easily crash. If you slow down and drive steadily, it's easy for everyone to get sleepy and confused.
Gou Fugui thought they would reach the provincial capital smoothly.
But in his daze, he was suddenly awakened by the car coming to an abrupt stop.
"What happened? What's wrong?"
"Why did you suddenly stop? Is something blocking your way? Shout 'Dali Fugui' (a local deity)..."
The driver, Zhou Shan, shook his head: "The car seems to be stuck in a ditch, but that's strange. I didn't see any ditch ahead. Should we get someone to go down and take a look?"
Gou Fugui sat up straight and consciously tried to stand up and get down.
But a chubby teammate with a cheerful expression got off the bus faster than him, saying as he got off, "We can't keep letting Fugui go up and down alone. I'm closer to the door, so I'll go down and check first! Maybe he suddenly got stuck in a ditch and the tire blew out. If it's just a tire change, I can do it by myself!"
Those qualified to join the provincial capital's supply team must be proficient in driving and vehicle mechanics, meaning they are essentially the eighteen best people in the transportation and rescue team.
Seeing the comical fat man go down, Gou Fugui didn't rush to go down himself. What if they really didn't need him? Why make the extra trip?
However, after waiting in the car for twenty minutes without seeing anyone return, the atmosphere inside the car suddenly became tense and panicked.
"What's going on? Why hasn't Little Fatty come back up yet?"
"Brother Shan, honk the horn twice to remind him!"
"I brought binoculars so I can peer through the glass and see what that kid is doing! It's been twenty minutes already, his full protective suit won't last much longer."
Then the transport team member with binoculars looked out the window, but even after straining his eyes until they were almost blind, he still couldn't find Little Fatty, who should be near the front of the truck.
"...??"
"Are you kidding me? How could such a big, living person just disappear into thin air!" One of the team members who was closest to Little Fatty rushed to the door: "Brother Shan, open the door, I'm going to find him. That kid might have suddenly had a low blood pressure and fainted under the car! I'll go check and I'll find him soon!"
However, five minutes after the young man went down, he disappeared without a trace.
While everyone was still waiting anxiously, Gou Fugui and Xie Tianlang slowly sat up straight.
Song Sanchuan took out his mechanical little titmouse, and Si Wuyai put a small bag that automatically grabs weapon parts around the neck of the mechanical little titmouse.
"...Could it be that even Gangzi has disappeared? Should we go down and look for them?!"
Song Sanchuan immediately sent his mechanical mountain to the door: "I didn't think of that before and I didn't have time. Don't send anyone down, let the mechanical bird go down."
Looking at the little white titmouse that no one could tell was mechanical without being told, the people in the car finally believed that the four people who were added last were all capable and powerful individuals.
However, even though Song Sanchuan maneuvered the little sparrow to circle the car several times, he still couldn't find Xiao Pang and Gangzi.
These two people really seemed to have vanished into thin air.
"Aaaaaaaahhhhh!"
Just as everyone was staring silently at the monitoring video of the little tit, a shrill scream suddenly came from the screen.
It startled everyone instantly.
"Don't get off the bus! Don't get off the bus! Don't get off the bus!!!"
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