Jiang Jingxue got up and rushed to the driver's seat.
"How does the organization plan to bring the remaining people back?"
We can't just leave it unattended, can we?
The driver remained silent.
I knew it; she had heard the voice on the walkie-talkie.
A deathly silence.
No answer is the best answer.
Jiang Jingxue's eyes widened, her delicate brows furrowing. "Could it be that we should just leave it to fate?"
That's true. Even if another car were sent at this time, it probably wouldn't be in time.
By the time the new bus arrived, Gu Pingwei's body had long been swept away by the tsunami.
If things aren't handled properly, the final outcome will be nothing but annihilation.
Jiang Jingxue felt a lump in her throat.
She ordered the driver, "Stop the car!"
The driver thought Jiang Jingxue wanted to go back and was a little impatient, saying, "We've already driven out; we can't go back now."
Women are such a hassle. Major Gu finally managed to get her out, and now he has to go back to his death, wasting everyone's time.
Jiang Jingxue said in a deep voice, "Then pull over and I'll drive!"
The area is desolate, and there are no vehicles available for rescue.
If she doesn't come up with a solution soon, Gu Pingwei will really be waiting to die.
Seeing that Jiang Jingxue didn't seem to be joking, the driver gradually slowed down.
After all, she's the wife of a major; it's not appropriate to refuse her.
Jiang Jingxue understood the driver's concerns and revealed her entire plan.
“I’m a good driver, I’ll drive. You contact the first batch of buses to leave the commune to pick you up. I’ll take you to the nearest relief point and then go back to pick up Gu Pingwei.”
The driver suspected he had misheard.
Although he didn't know Jiang Jingxue's background, it was already quite unusual for a woman to be able to drive a bus.
The major's wife is truly all-around amazing.
"Gu Pingwei has always treated you well. Let me give this only chance."
Whether a driver is good or not, you'll know once you try it out.
These words left the driver and Wu Jing and the others feeling turbulent.
They had followed Gu Pingwei for many years and had a deep bond with him. How could they just stand by and watch Gu Pingwei go to his death?
Now, this is the only hope of survival, and it's extremely slim.
But how will you know if you don't try?
The driver slammed on the brakes and stopped the bus, quickly switching seats with Jiang Jingxue.
Jiang Jingxue adjusted the seat, gripped the steering wheel tightly, and smoothly shifted gears.
"Everyone, hold on tight!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the bus started and sped away.
The dust kicked up, jolting awake all the islanders who had just fallen asleep in the back row.
As the bus swayed left and right, screams of surprise rose and fell.
But everyone tacitly understood and didn't say much.
Everyone knows Gu Pingwei's character, and everyone witnessed what just happened. No one objects to Jiang Jingxue's actions.
On the contrary, they thought Jiang Jingxue was loyal and righteous.
"The major and his wife have such a good relationship."
No sooner had the words left his mouth than another exclamation rang out, followed by an echo, "Yes, yes, their love is stronger than gold, and they are a perfect match, both talented and beautiful."
The person who said this was an elementary school teacher.
The driver, who had just been complaining, was now gripping the armrest of the seat tightly, not daring to let go for even a moment, or he would be thrown out.
The car's speed skyrocketed!
"Madam is indeed a skilled driver."
Jiang Jingxue's attention was focused on the main road, and she didn't have time to strike up a conversation.
In no time, she drove to the nearest aid station.
The buses that just took the islanders to the other side of the island, where they can use the terrain to avoid the typhoon.
It seems the typhoon won't affect this area.
"How far is this aid station from our destination?"
The driver estimated the distance and replied, "About ten kilometers."
"Wu Jing, you're in charge. Get everyone there safely."
Wu Jing's eyes sharpened. "It's Madam!"
Even though it was Jiang Jingxue who was giving the orders, he felt like he was facing Gu Pingwei.
Is this what they mean by "birds of a feather flock together"?
After the car came to a stop, everyone got off one after another, their eyes filled with hope.
Jiang Jingxue assured everyone.
"I will definitely bring Gu Pingwei back safely!"
Dr. Niu wiped away his tears in the crowd, feeling a pang of sadness, as he watched Jiang Jingxue turn and disappear into the distance.
Wu Jing and Wu Yue organized everyone to hike towards the other side of the island.
He anticipates that the first batch of returning buses will arrive to pick them up soon.
With the car empty, Jiang Jingxue floored the accelerator even harder, pressing it down relentlessly, wishing she could fly back right then and there.
That bastard Gu Pingwei actually lied to her.
The small fishing village was now as if night had fallen, with strong winds blowing and seawater being swept up and splashed everywhere, as if a torrential rain was falling.
Gu Pingwei organized everyone to remove the motorcycle tires and dismantle the stranded fishing boat.
They cannot sit idly by and wait to die; they must save themselves.
Several groups of people moved swiftly.
They wanted to make small lifeboats before the storm hit.
Large ships are prone to capsizing in the waves, while small lifeboats may offer a glimmer of hope.
Or perhaps it could be used as a refuge.
In short, it's all about doing your best and leaving the rest to fate.
The wind whistled past their ears, and they couldn't hear anything else; they just kept their heads down and worked hard.
Someone, without realizing it, looked up and saw a small yellow dot moving in the distance.
It looks like... a bus!
He rubbed his eyes in disbelief, then looked again and saw that it was indeed the little yellow dot, now even closer.
"A bus! It's a bus!"
Those nearby could only hear the wind and could barely stand. They were pulled up to look.
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