The villagers gathered around the tablet computer, their eyes glued to the screen. Even after the promotional video ended, they remained immersed in the shock and were unable to pull themselves away.
An unprecedented sense of anticipation and longing filled the air, as if Tianyu Base was not just a refuge, but also the long-lost paradise in their hearts.
"So, there really are places like this in the world..." Village Chief Xu Anbang murmured to himself, his eyes flashing with complex emotions, including longing for the Tianyu Base and helplessness towards the environment he and the villagers had long lived in.
"Brother Chen Yu, do you think we... we can really get there?" a villager asked in a trembling voice, his eyes filled with longing, yet mixed with a hint of uncertainty.
Looking at the villagers' expectant eyes, Chen Yu said in a deep voice, "Yes, although Tianyu Base has certain recruitment standards, rules are rigid, but people are flexible. You are now in dire straits, and out of humanitarian spirit, our base will definitely provide you with shelter."
At this point, he suddenly changed the subject and said in a deep voice, "However, Tianyu Base is temporarily taking you in out of humanitarian considerations, but that does not mean you are official members of the base. Whether you can continue to stay there depends on passing the base's assessment."
"What are the assessment criteria?" a villager asked nervously.
"Hehe, everyone, don't be nervous. Tianyu Base accepts people from all walks of life. Other things are not so important. The most important thing is that they have good character and a correct attitude. Moreover, the members' thoughts must be consistent with the core values of Tianyu Base." Chen Yu explained with a smile, trying to ease the villagers' tension.
"Of course, I've spent so much time with everyone and I know you're all kind and honest people, but rules are rules, and I hope you can all understand," Chen Yu added.
Everyone breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this. The Tianyu Base in the promotional video was so perfect that it was reasonable for it to have certain requirements. If it were really that easy to get in, something would be amiss.
Village chief Xu Anbang patted Chen Yu on the shoulder and said gratefully, "Brother Chen Yu, thank you so much for bringing us such good news. Don't worry, we will definitely work hard to pass the assessment and become a member of Tianyu Base."
Other villagers also expressed their determination to do their best and not let this rare opportunity slip by.
Happiness is something you have to fight for yourself. The flame of hope was ignited in their hearts, and they prepared to meet the challenges to come.
Chen Yu was very satisfied with this. Although the villagers of Wenshui Village had been kind to him in his previous life, he was not someone who was blinded by emotions. Although he knew that the villagers were not bad at heart, everyone had different ideas and beliefs. Just like the previous splits of the Tianyu base, those who split off were not all bad people. Many of them were just on different paths.
If any of these villagers do not accept the core values of their base, then he has no choice but to turn them away.
Furthermore, people tend not to cherish things that are easily obtained. If they were to join the Tianyu Base without any conditions, it might backfire.
After Chen Yu's explanation and watching the promotional video for Tianyu Base, everyone had no more doubts.
Considering that the people from the Fire Seed Base could attack again at any time, the villagers immediately took action and went home to pack their belongings.
Originally, Chen Yu wanted everyone to leave without taking anything.
However, after thinking about it, I decided against it. In this extremely cold and apocalyptic environment, they only have so much wealth. If we were to give it all up, it might make them feel uneasy and insecure.
"When packing, please try to choose only the essential items that will keep you warm and allow you to maintain your basic living needs," Chen Yu added. "Don't forget to bring some changes of clothes and commonly used medicines. Leave the rest, such as heavy or infrequently used items. Once you arrive at Tianyu Base, you will find that everything is available there, and we will provide you with new necessities."
Upon hearing this, the villagers nodded in agreement.
One by one, they rushed back to their homes and began to clean up. Fortunately, the militiamen had already cleared away the remains of the Fire Seed warriors in the passage; otherwise, they feared they would have been traumatized as soon as they entered the passage.
After finishing her business with the villagers, Lin Lele went out to instruct the militia soldiers on their work. She felt restless if she didn't show off for a day, and it had been several days since she had done so, so she couldn't hold back any longer.
Chen Yu then turned his attention to the remaining members of the Fire Seed Base transport team.
At this time, Li Liguo and Xiang Shaogang, two members of the eight-person transport team, had already been taken out and executed.
Yin Wende, who had been injured earlier, also stopped breathing at some point.
Only 5 people were still alive at the scene.
Chen Yu walked slowly toward them, his expression slightly complicated.
These people were his oxen and horses in a transport team in his previous life; they were his teammates in his past life, and they had gone through thick and thin together.
Although they are often selfish and ruthless, it is understandable that they would act in order to survive in the Fire Seed Base in such a cold and apocalyptic environment.
He knew that these people were not inherently bad, just like he had been in his previous life.
Considering their past relationship, he did not intend to make things difficult for them.
Of course, Chen Yu knew them, but they didn't know Chen Yu. Nowadays, they knew even less about Chen Yu than the people of Wenshui Village.
When they saw Chen Yu walking towards them, they all showed expressions of fear.
After all, all signs indicate that Chen Yu is no ordinary person, and their captain and a group of Fire Seed warriors have already suffered at Chen Yu's hands. Now it is very likely that it will be their turn.
Chen Yu stopped, his gaze sweeping calmly and deeply over each person before he said indifferently, "Don't worry, I won't make things difficult for you. You've probably already heard what I said earlier. I come from Tianyu Base, and my purpose here is to destroy Huozhong Base. I know you've had enough of the oppression from Huozhong Base. Now, I'm giving you a chance. As long as you cooperate with my actions, I will grant you the same treatment as the Wenshui villagers and give you a chance to join Tianyu Base."
Upon hearing this, the group exchanged bewildered glances. They had initially thought they were doomed, but Chen Yu had unexpectedly given them such an opportunity.
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