Chapter 177 District Chief's Brother-in-Law
During dinner, Zuo Shan received a call request from an unknown number, but she still chose to answer it.
Wastelanders rarely dial the wrong number. The only time she ever dialed the wrong number was from Midnight Wanderer, whom she later called Little White after they got to know each other.
So who will it be this time?
"Hello! Miss Zuo Shan, right? I am Kang Zhenghao, the vice leader of the Fearless Mercenary Group." A young man's voice came from the wristwatch, his tone high-pitched and somewhat arrogant.
"We don't know each other, how do you know my number?" Zuo Shan asked warily.
“My brother-in-law gave it to me,” Kang Zhenghao said.
"And who is your brother-in-law?" Zuo Shan frowned.
"You don't know my brother-in-law? He's Pan Feng, the district chief of District 48!" Kang Zhenghao said with pride.
Zuo Shan finally remembered that this was Xiao Pan, who had been extorted by Madam Gu for a million yuan plus an invitation code to the Ninth Forum the night before last.
"Oh, I've heard of it." Zuo Shan's tone was indifferent. It wasn't that she was disrespectful to the district head, but she simply didn't like Kang Zhenghao's tone.
No matter how powerful your brother-in-law is, he's still just your brother-in-law. You don't need to introduce yourself to everyone and say that you're your brother-in-law's brother-in-law, do you?
"I'm here today to ask you to assist our patrol team in eliminating the wolf pack on the grasslands, as a resident of District 48."
"My brother-in-law told me that you encountered a pack of wolves at collection point number 21 that day. Please come with us to collection point number 21 tomorrow and point out the exact location of the wolf pack's lair," Kang Zhenghao said.
Left Fan: This person must be out of their mind. Can't they speak human language?
She only encountered a pack of wolves; how would she know the location of their lair? If she actually got there, she probably wouldn't even have a proper body left.
"I'm sorry, Mr. Kang, I don't know the location of the wolf pack's lair, so I'm afraid I can't help you," Zuo Shan said coldly.
"Sigh! I knew you weren't very useful! But you still have to come with us. At least you can tell us where you encountered the wolves, and then we can follow the clues to find them," Kang Zhenghao said casually.
"If I go with you, will you guarantee my safety?" Zuo Shan asked.
“That’s for sure! With our Fearless Mercenary Group here, we can definitely take down even third- or fourth-tier mutated beasts!” Kang Zhenghao said.
"If I go with you, will I get paid? You can't just let me waste a whole day for nothing, can you?" Zuo Shan said.
"Why are you so petty! You provided us with clues that helped us wipe out the wolf pack, which benefits all the residents of District 48. Why do you still want a reward?" Kang Zhenghao said indignantly.
"Excuse me, is it all volunteer work for your Fearless Mercenary Group, where you patrol and collect resources? Do you not ask for any compensation?" Zuo Shan asked coolly.
"You! Fine! I'll make the decision, I'll give you two hundred yuan, is that alright?" Kang Zhenghao said.
"I have one more condition: while you're busy with your business, I'll be cutting some firewood for the winter, and you'll have to help me transport it back for free," Zuo Shan added.
"Alright, alright, I promise you, my dear aunt. Remember to meet at the entrance of the Omnipotent Supermarket at eight o'clock tomorrow morning, and don't be late!" Kang Zhenghao said impatiently.
"Don't worry, I'm very punctual." Zuo Shan smiled and hung up the call.
She only wanted to borrow the mercenary group's vehicle to haul back some timber, thereby concealing the fact that she possessed a spatial key.
After all, the neighbors are very observant. They've never seen her and Lele bring back timber, and they'll definitely be suspicious since they'll have to burn it all winter.
In preparation for tomorrow's trip, Zuo Shan specially steamed wild vegetable dumplings, using finely chopped shepherd's purse, crushed acorn kernels that had been soaked to remove toxins, and a small amount of tapioca starch.
It may look unremarkable, but carrying such food as dry rations is quite fitting for a scavenger's identity.
“Sister, let me go with you,” Pan Duole said.
"No need. Tomorrow I'll go with the mercenary group to give them directions. You stay home to take care of Achen, and study whenever you have free time."
Also, remember to move all the planting boxes in the yard to the basement area at noon. Zuo Shan intentionally gave her something to do so that she wouldn't feel uneasy staying at home.
“Okay, don’t worry, sister, I will definitely take good care of Achen and the plants in the planting box.” Pan Duole nodded solemnly.
That day, the first time she took her baby to the wild, she encountered a pack of wolves. She still feels lingering fear when she thinks about it. If she and her sister went to the wild, they couldn't leave the baby behind, so she decided to stay and take care of the baby.
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When Zuo Shan arrived at the meeting point with her backpack, her watch showed 5 minutes to 8. She had just stood there when she heard a familiar, loud male voice behind her: "You're Zuo Shan? I thought you overslept!"
“I told you I’m punctual. You should learn to trust your teammates, even if it’s just a temporary team.” Zuo Shan turned around and glanced at him casually.
Under the streetlights, the young man's short hair was a bit messy, and he hadn't shaved, clearly indicating that he had gotten up late and rushed over.
"Hmph! What kind of teammate are you? Just a tool for pointing the way! Here, go sit in the passenger seat, it'll be easier for you to give directions!" Kang Zhenghao said irritably, pointing to the driver's seat.
Zuo Shan didn't stand on ceremony, walked straight over, opened the car door, and climbed into the car.
This truck was larger than the Flying Tiger Mercenary Group truck that Zuo Shan had ridden in before. Through the transparent partition, you could see that there were about twenty mercenaries sitting in the truck bed.
They were all fully armed, each carrying a firearm—a laser gun. Zuo Shan watched with envy, wondering when she would be able to own her own laser gun.
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