With three tents and a few large trees nearby, everyone found shelter from the rain.
"Has the rain stopped?"
Just after arranging all the soldiers, Liu Kaifang wiped the rain off his face, as if he could no longer hear the sound of rain hitting the leaves.
"You heard it right, it really hasn't rained anymore." Zhou Hongguang pulled off the raincoat hood on his head.
"This damn weather is really tormenting."
"Who says it's not? This little bit of rain didn't even take me as long as peeing. It stopped just as I arranged everything."
The soldiers in the heavy firepower squad and the flamethrower squad were even more resentful. They had just prepared their weapons, but they stopped firing.
"It's damn cold!"
As soon as the rain stopped, the wind started to blow in the woods again, making the leaves rustle and feeling like knives cutting on the face.
"Make the bonfire bigger, gather all the dry firewood nearby, and keep it burning."
"Xiao Guang said that a sudden drop in temperature can easily cause hypothermia, which can be fatal."
"Cooking team, make a pot of ginger soup and let the expert team and soldiers have a bowl."
Everyone was in a state of turmoil again, and by the time they had settled down, it was already late at night.
After the wind stopped, the temperature gradually rose.
"Okay, the second half of the night should be fine. Everyone, take some time to rest. Tomorrow's exploration mission will proceed as usual."
The next day, smoke rose from the camp. The soldiers were in good spirits, except for a few bloodshot eyes, which did not affect their movements during the day.
For the next five days, the expert team continued its exploration and the soldiers continued their unconventional security work.
Why is it said to be unconventional? In the entire reinforced company, the busiest department is actually the kitchen team.
During the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, the 1st Iron and Steel Company was a well-known and battle-hardened unit, and a well-known presence in the entire military region. Otherwise, it would be impossible for them to be entrusted with such an important and dangerous task.
Before setting off, everyone was ready to face the challenge and be prepared to sacrifice at any time, but in the end they only did some odd jobs.
The only two teams that took action were the flamethrower team that stopped the killer bees and the sniper team that killed the giant python. The other elite soldiers didn't fire a single bullet.
When encountering danger, Zhang Shuguang will give an early warning and take action to eliminate the danger.
This was the first time that this ace squad from southern Xinjiang had to play a supporting role in a mission.
The key is that the food is good! The game is different every day, and the soldiers' faces are visibly rounder.
If they hadn't been exploring and exploring in the rainforest all the time, maintaining a certain intensity of exercise, the soldiers doubted that their stomachs could handle the food.
"Professor Zhong, please come over and take a look. The sample comparison was successful, and the trace elements are consistent with the requirements of our superiors."
The professor in charge of the analysis was so excited that he was trembling and his voice was a little hoarse.
"Let me see."
Professor Zhong pushed through the crowd and stumbled over.
"Yes, that's it, we finally found it."
Professor Zhong's face was in tears and he felt like something was stuck in his throat.
"Found it, we finally found it."
Both the expert group and the soldiers raised their arms excitedly and roared loudly.
Zhang Shuguang did not stop them and let them vent their emotions, but just calmly watched the surroundings for possible dangers that might suddenly appear.
"Captain Zhang, Comrade Zhang Shuguang, and everyone else, thank you for risking your lives to carry out this escort mission.
We have finally lived up to the country's trust and discovered precious mineral deposits deep in the dangerous Ailao Mountains.
Before entering the mountain, I said that this exploration mission was very important. It concerns the destiny of the country and the country's voice in the international arena.
This mission is great, and will benefit the present and future generations.
When we finally succeed, each of us will be remembered by the country.
When I return this time, I will report to my superiors and take credit for everyone's achievements."
Professor Zhong was in high spirits and felt a greater sense of accomplishment from this discovery than ever before.
"Old Zhong, come here for a moment."
After the old friend finished expressing his excitement, Professor Hong called Professor Zhong aside with a heavy heart.
"What's wrong? You don't look happy! You're so loyal this time and took the risk to accompany me. I won't forget you. I'll make it clear in the report."
"Oh! What are you thinking? We've been friends for so many years, don't you know me? Am I a person who is greedy for credit?
I want you to calm down. It's true that you found the mineral deposit, but have you ever thought about how to get it out?
This place is not anywhere else. Just make a mark and wait for the country to send engineers over.
The magnetic field here is chaotic, and there's no sense of direction. Even if you mark it, you may not be able to find it next time."
Maybe it was not the area he was responsible for. Although Professor Hong was very happy, he was still able to remain sober.
"This... seems to be the case."
"How about asking our superiors to second Zhang Shuguang to the engineering corps?
No, it doesn't seem to work. Comrade Zhang Shuguang never served in the army."
"He looks young. Is he in the army or in school now? I wonder if he can stand the loneliness of the engineering unit."
Professor Zhong began to talk to himself, worrying about gains and losses, as if he was possessed by a demon.
"Old friend, please take my advice and don't report Comrade Zhang Shuguang to your superiors in advance.
You also know that some leaders only look at results and give out messages in a simple and crude way.
If the higher-ups knew that Comrade Zhang Shuguang was the only known person who was not afraid of magnetic field disturbances, they would definitely conscript him.
Comrade Zhang Shuguang is not a soldier, so he has no obligation to accompany us in taking risks. After all, before coming in, he himself didn't know what the situation was like inside Ailao Mountain.
But he still came. Perhaps the biggest reason was because of his father, Captain Zhang. But we must remember this favor. After all, it was a life-saving favor!
If our report causes trouble for Comrade Zhang Shuguang and forces him to do something he doesn't like, wouldn't that be repaying kindness with enmity?
Professor Hong knows his old friend. Professor Zhong is a person who devotes himself to his work and does not like to think about other things. It is inevitable that he is not very good at dealing with people.
"Yes, you are right, but what about the mineral deposits? Our comrades in Lop Nur are still eagerly waiting.
What's the big deal? We've already discovered it, but how to mine it is the big problem."
Professor Zhong grabbed his hair with both hands and scratched his head anxiously.
"What should I do? Ask Comrade Zhang Shuguang for advice! You're just scratching your head here. Even if you pull your hair out, will it really help?"
"Yes, you are right, Lao Hong, please come with me. I am afraid I can't explain it clearly."
Professor Zhong grabbed Professor Hong and ran to Zhang Shuguang in a hurry.
"Professors, is there something urgent going on?"
In fact, Zhang Shuguang had already heard what the two of them had just said, but he still needed them to speak out first, as he had already thought of a solution.
"Comrade Zhang Shuguang, it's like this..."
Professor Zhong gave the lecture, and Professor Hong was responsible for supplementing and polishing it, and pointed out the current difficulties.
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