Chapter 116: The back of the coin, keeping the wish is extraordinary!
Taking advantage of the last few minutes before the battery is fully charged, Cheng Ye quickly walked to the bathroom next to the lounge.
Turn on the tap, scoop up some cold water in your hands and pour it over your face.
After the big drop in temperature, the tap water is bitingly cold, probably only a few degrees.
It was like countless fine needles gently pricking the skin, instantly dispelling the remaining sleepiness, and even the soreness and swelling in the temples were relieved a lot, and the whole person suddenly felt refreshed.
"After practicing martial arts, my energy recovery speed has become faster and faster."
Cheng Ye looked up at the frosted mirror, his fingertips brushing across the corners of his eyes. "I only slept for less than four hours last night, but it was more effective than the seven or eight hours I slept before I traveled through time."
The figure in the mirror still had some red bloodshot eyes, but there was almost no sign of fatigue on his face. His jawline was taut and the sharpness between his brows was still there.
This is the benefit of deep sleep.
Unlike modern society, many people sleep long enough but still feel groggy when they wake up, disturbed by fragmented dreams.
"It should be the benefit brought by the wild grass physique."
Cheng Ye pulled the corners of his mouth in front of the mirror, feeling secretly happy.
The bonus brought by the Lv3 physical talent is beyond imagination. Not only does the strength increase, the reaction becomes faster, the efficiency of energy absorption increases, and even the sleep efficiency doubles, as if the body is adjusted to an efficient exercise mode.
I really wonder if I can find Lv5 or even higher physical talents in the future, will I even save the trouble of sleeping?
Just like those special mutant beasts, they can restore their strength and energy by basking in the sun!
When I washed my face and got back to the bus, it was exactly seven o'clock.
After the charging station stops, call out the pendant and the power level in the upper right corner of the panel will return to 100%.
"We have to wait until the factory on the pedestrian street is built so we can use our own lines. Otherwise, I'll be worried every day about charging, afraid of being caught red-handed."
Cheng Ye put the charging gun back in place, ran his fingertips across the operating screen of the charging pile, looked at the jumping degree record on it, and couldn't help but raise his eyebrows.
I recharged the battery twice in one night, with a total charge of over 700 kWh. This was definitely the most refreshing charging experience since I came here.
However, in terms of risk, it is much smaller than charging at home or stealing electricity from various places.
He had been discovered before, and he had no ability to explain.
But it is different now. As long as the problem is not discovered and checked on the spot, even if someone has doubts about the charging degree last night, they can just blame it on the fog.
As for a strict investigation, it won’t be that serious. It’s just 700 degrees of electricity.
Construction vehicles often have large batteries with a power of 500 degrees. It is common for them to consume thousands of degrees of electricity after running non-stop all day.
As long as he doesn't come here every day to charge 700 degrees, even if the background check occasionally detects an abnormality, he will not be summoned for strict investigation.
There is a high probability that the investigation will end in nothing.
There's a small chance that you'll ask him, and just give him an explanation that can fool him.
Moreover, this is a time difference problem, and it will definitely take a lot of time to troubleshoot the problem.
After a series of processes are completed, his strength and status may reach a higher level.
By then, let alone 700 degrees of electricity, even if it was more, it would only be easier to explain.
"Sir, you're awake!"
Hearing the noise, Dalong suddenly stuck his head out and saw Cheng Ye standing next to the charging pile. He immediately patted the young men around him in a panic.
Everyone jumped up like springs and stood straight in just over ten seconds. Their eyes were clear, without any trace of drowsiness from just waking up.
Cheng Ye nodded secretly after watching this.
As expected of a Pioneer Corps member, even after so many years of retirement, his reaction speed and discipline have not been lost.
"I have to go to the South Checkpoint for duty later and don't have time to deal with these things."
Cheng Ye took out the key to Uncle Dong's shop from his backpack.
He didn't have time to go back and bring in the salted fish and rice noodles, luckily Dalong did it for him.
Dalong quickly took the key: "Your orders!"
"Go find someone to waterproof the shop first." Cheng Ye pointed to the materials piled beside the car and gave clear instructions. "Go directly to Engineer Liu and tell him it was my idea. Ask him to bring the construction team there today. The key is the basement. We must ensure that it won't flood even if it rains heavily. Don't skimp on the materials. Put it all on my account."
"The garbage inside was cleared out, and the broken cabinets were removed."
He paused and added, "Have the workers record the interior first, and then find new materials to make a new set of cabinets. Try to preserve the original layout of the store. I'll use it."
"As for these salted fish, rice, flour, and oil, store them temporarily in the community. Once the waterproofing is done, you can find someone to move in."
Cheng Ye thought for a moment and said, "It should be finished this afternoon. I'll go take a look in the evening."
"Don't worry, sir!"
Dalong patted his chest loudly, "I can't help you with other things, but you can trust Dalong with this little thing. I guarantee it will be done neatly and without any problems!"
Unexpectedly, Master Zhang, who was standing nearby, came over after hearing this and said, "Inspector Cheng, I'm familiar with this cabinet. I used to work in the carpentry team. After I clear out the garbage, I'll draw a diagram. I guarantee it'll be exactly the same as the original one and still be sturdy!"
"That's good. I'm relieved to have you helping me."
Cheng Ye was satisfied.
A good man needs three helpers. If you have people who can work hard under you, things will indeed go much more smoothly.
Now he just had reliable hands in the buffer zone.
Later on, he would have to slowly build up his own confidants in the checkpoint, just like Li Changfeng did in Area B4. Otherwise, he would have to run around for all matters, big and small, himself, and would have no energy to think about more important things.
"I'm leaving first."
Cheng Ye picked up his backpack and didn't let Master Zhang and the others arrange to drive him to the South Checkpoint.
First, the salted fish was tied to the roof of the car, and it was too conspicuous to be paraded around in broad daylight.
Secondly, the most important thing is to quickly move this pile of supplies to a safe place. There are many people in the parking lot of the Public Works Department, and it would be annoying if people with ulterior motives started talking about it.
What's more, the Public Works Department is right next to the South Station, and the bus stop is just a few steps away when you turn left.
After waiting at the platform for a few minutes, a dirty bus came wobbling over.
The car door creaked open, and Cheng Ye stepped forward to take out the defense communication and take a look.
Seven fifteen.
If we rush over now, we will definitely be late.
According to the rules of the checkpoint, wages will be deducted for being late, and before you get the evaluation form, you may be criticized for this matter.
But now it’s different. I have all nine evaluation forms in hand. Small things like being late or leaving early won’t have any impact at all, as long as they are not too outrageous.
Besides, he had been busy at Xinhuo all night last night, so there must be a reason for that. I think Lei Hu would understand even if he knew about it.
By the time the bus arrived at the South Checkpoint, it was already 7:40, and there were only 20 minutes left before the gates opened.
Due to the presence of air fog, the number of people leaving the city today is obviously less than yesterday, but there is still a long queue at the checkpoint entrance.
And there is an obvious change. Almost all of these scavengers who are preparing to leave the city are carrying marching bags, and many of them have more than a dozen bags of nutrient solution hanging on the outside of their bags. It is obvious that they are planning to "go on a long journey" for a long time.
"Are you planning to go out and try your luck in the fog cave?"
Cheng Ye understood in his heart.
Some people always feel that there are opportunities hidden in the unknown brought by the fog, but the speed still exceeded his expectations.
In his opinion, scavengers would need to prepare for at least three to five days and be mentally prepared before they dared to step out of the city of refuge.
But these people made the decision in just one night, and they were indeed much braver than he thought.
"I hope no special infected organisms emerge from the fog cave."
Cheng Ye muttered to himself and was about to use the defense pass to open the isolation door. He turned around and his eyes suddenly fixed on a scavenger who was queuing to leave the city.
Is it an illusion?
He frowned, calmly put down his backpack, and placed his right hand on the Buffalo combat pistol at his waist.
The guards at the door noticed his fearful look and two of them walked over quickly.
"Inspector Cheng?"
"Go stop that man and make him turn around and face me."
Cheng Ye raised his hand and pointed at the scavenger in the crowd who was carrying a dark gray patched backpack, his expression solemn.
He didn't see the other person's face, but the backpack gave him a strong sense of déjà vu.
His memory was surprisingly good, and he found the origin of the backpack almost immediately.
last night.
Torch.
The man at the checkpoint door who gave him a greedy look was carrying a backpack of the same style; even the position of the worn patches on the side seemed to be exactly the same.
"Yes?" The guard did not dare to be negligent and his face became serious in an instant.
"I don't know. Call someone."
Cheng Ye shook his head slightly, but it was better to believe that such things were possible and not take them lightly.
The guards immediately understood and one of them turned around and ran to call for help.
A moment later, four guards rushed over quickly. Four more people in the distant sentry box raised their guns, pointing the black muzzles at the team. The atmosphere instantly became tense.
"You, stop! I'm talking to you, and you're still moving forward!"
A guard shouted sharply. The scavengers in the queue were so frightened that they quickly moved aside, leaving the man named standing there in a daze, as if he had been cast under a spell.
"Turn around! You were trying to get out of town by using someone else's identity, weren't you?"
The guard made up an excuse and forced the man to turn around in a stern tone.
Cheng Ye's hand had already grasped the gun handle. As long as he confirmed that it was the man from last night, he would pull the trigger without hesitation.
But, no!
The person who turned around was a middle-aged man with a dark face. His eyes were full of confusion. There was no trace of greed or viciousness, only the helplessness of being suddenly targeted.
"Big, my lord."
The man's voice was trembling, his palms were sweaty, and he subconsciously rubbed them on his trouser legs, causing the backpack strap to slip off his shoulder.
The guard had a cold face and did not immediately ask Cheng Ye if he had recognized the wrong person. Instead, he took the man out of the team first.
After escorting the man to the isolation room in the corner, a guard quickly walked back to Cheng Ye and asked, "Prosecutor Cheng, what do you need us to do?"
"Hmm"
Cheng Ye pondered for a moment, "Go and bring me his backpack so I can see what's inside."
"yes!"
Maybe it’s not the same person, but Cheng Ye chooses to trust his intuition and his memory.
The guard quickly opened the backpack and dumped the contents onto the metal table in the isolation room: more than ten bags of nutrient solution, four bottles of water, a roll of wire rope, two boxes of ammunition, and a folding engineer shovel. These were all standard equipment for scavengers and there was nothing unusual.
Could it be that there are such coincidences in this world?
"Go ask him where this backpack came from. Find someone who can provide corroborative evidence."
"yes."
Naturally, Inspector Cheng Ye doesn't need to do this kind of thing involving identity verification personally.
A moment later, the team leader came out to report, "Inspector Cheng, he said he found this backpack eight months ago at a flea market stall in the West Market. The stall owner is called Lao Hu, and he's still there."
"Second-hand goods from half a year ago?"
Cheng Ye fell into deep thought and subconsciously opened his personal panel to take a look.
The condition is normal and not infected.
Could it be that the missing maternal infected body in area C35 that Li Changfeng mentioned last night has made him nervous?
Cheng Ye rubbed his temples and made a decision: "Tell him that this backpack has been detained by the checkpoint. He will be replaced with a brand new marching backpack in the future. He will be sent to a separate isolation chamber for observation for 7 days, and he will be paid isolation compensation at twice his normal wage per day."
In fact, the most direct way is to use the pendant's search function to scan the man's status.
However, based on the fact that the backpacks are somewhat similar and there is no other further evidence, it is not so urgent.
In addition, Liu Kun may come in the morning, so it is best to keep 100% of the energy value to deal with it.
When he heard that he would get double wages, a new backpack, and a separate isolation room to live in, the tension on the man's face was instantly replaced by excitement, and he kept thanking the teacher.
"Get the information of the stall owner named Lao Hu in the West Market and ask him about the details."
"Also, keep an eye on him and don't let him come into contact with other people."
After giving his instructions, Cheng Ye opened the isolation door and walked into the work area, but did not immediately go to Area B to work.
Instead, he sat down on a bench by the roadside, placed the backpack covered by the isolation bag on his legs, and looked at it carefully.
It was strange. When he took a look, he suddenly realized that something was wrong.
The fabric of the main body of the backpack is indeed old and white, and the edges are frayed, obviously it has been used for a long time.
But these patches were remarkably new, especially the stitching, which was still bright and unstained by dust, and it was obvious that they had been sewn on recently.
Cheng Ye's heart skipped a beat. He stood up suddenly and rushed out of the work area to find the guard. "Go ask him when the patch on this backpack was sewn on."
The guard didn't dare to delay and immediately ran to the isolation room. A moment later, he returned to report: "Inspector Cheng, he said he sewed it before leaving this morning."
"Morning?"
Cheng Ye's scalp instantly went numb, goose bumps suddenly appeared all over his body, and his hair stood on end.
Compared to the backpack being the one he wore last night, there seemed to be worse outcomes.
"Hasn't the person been sent away yet?"
"No, no, he's still being questioned in the isolation room."
"I want to check him out myself, quick!"
When Cheng Ye strode into the isolation room, the man was sitting on a metal chair, saying something to the guard.
When he saw Cheng Ye suddenly rush in, the excitement on his face faded instantly, his eyes flickered, and he subconsciously shrank back, showing obvious nervousness.
"What's your name?"
"Zhang Zhang, the great bull."
Almost at the moment Zhang Daniu opened his mouth, the degree of cooperation popped up in the upper right corner of the panel.
Without even asking any questions, it soared to 78%.
In the searchable range below, in addition to information and items, fortunately the Lv1 skill is lit.
Cheng Ye pressed the search button without thinking.
There is absolutely no such coincidence in the world.
What's even more chilling is the fact that this backpack is the man's backpack from last night and the newly sewn patches are exactly the same as the old patches seen last night.
When examining an infected body, one must be as meticulous as a needle and be able to hear thunder in the silence.
Moreover, the manual clearly states that details determine success or failure.
Cheng Ye knew that if it were someone else, even if Li Changfeng took them to the Xinhuo checkpoint and they met the suspicious man, they would most likely not remember the style of the backpack.
Even if you remember the style, you may not happen to run into someone carrying the same backpack at the checkpoint in Xingfu City.
If he still doesn't realize that something is wrong when such a coincidence happens right in front of him, then he would have been a prosecutor in vain.
only.
A moment.
Cheng Ye couldn't quite imagine what would happen if the mother source of infection that destroyed C35 came through the fog hole last night, or if it wasn't the mother source of C35, but some other source of infection that came to Happiness City through the fog hole.
What will happen to the buffer zone if it is hit twice in a row in a short period of time?
However, after the characters flashed and lines of information popped up, the unexpected result made Cheng Ye stunned.
Hmm, there is no infection?
Zhang Daniu
[Lv1 Skills]: Camel Endurance, Entry-Level Wilderness Survival, Entry-Level Shooting, Entry-Level Shelter Construction
It’s not surprising that Zhang Daniu only has four skills. He is just an ordinary scavenger.
Cheng Ye's gaze fixed on the name. Based on previous experience, as long as there was no special prompt here, it meant that the person was not infected.
etc.
An idea suddenly flashed through my mind, and I clicked on the only valuable camel stamina to collect it.
Cheng Ye asked in a deep voice, "Who sewed the patch on this backpack for you?"
"It's my wife."
Sure enough, I searched the wrong person!
Cheng Ye's heart skipped a beat, and he asked faster: "Where is your wife?"
"At home, she is waiting for me to come back home."
"Go! Take his wife to the quarantine ward immediately according to the address he gave. Keep your distance at all times and no physical contact!"
"yes!"
The guard didn't ask why, but just ran away as soon as he realized what was happening.
Cheng Ye grabbed the backpack covered by the isolation bag and turned to head towards the stationmaster's office building.
If Zhang Daniu’s wife is infected, but he himself is not infected.
This undoubtedly shows that the source of infection has not spread yet, and there is still a chance to trace the source and isolate it to find out the problem.
However, this matter was beyond his authority as a trainee inspector and had to be reported immediately.
"I need to see Station Master Lei. It's urgent business."
Came downstairs to the stationmaster.
After the guard informed us, we went up the stairs to the fifth floor. Lei Hu was already waiting in the office.
I thought Cheng Ye was here to explain why he was late, but when I saw the isolation bag tightly clenched in his hand, Lei Hu was stunned: "What's wrong?"
"Stationmaster Lei, it's like this."
Cheng Ye did not hide anything and told everything about the suspicious man he met in Xinhuo last night, the details of the backpack, the coincidence of running into Zhang Daniu this morning, and the abnormality of the patch.
"You mean, this backpack is exactly the same as the one you saw at Xinhuo?"
Lei Hu took the isolation bag, put on gloves, and carefully examined it. His expression gradually became serious. "I understand. You go back to the duty station first. I will contact Station Chief Ding immediately and send the picture and details of the backpack for comparison. By the way, I will also verify the mother source information of Area C35 for comparison."
"Zhang Daniu's wife"
"Don't worry, the checkpoint has complete regulations for dealing with this kind of thing."
Lei Hu deliberately kept his voice calm and steady. "Don't worry. Since its founding, Xingfu City has dealt with over a hundred cases of maternal infection. We can still withstand this little storm."
"And especially in times like this, we prosecutors must remain calm. If you panic, your subordinates will be even more uneasy. We will inform you of the results as soon as possible, so just focus on your duties."
"clear!"
Cheng Ye responded and walked out the door, feeling a little relieved.
What he was most worried about was that Lei Hu would think he was making a big deal out of nothing and being suspicious. After all, this matter sounded too bizarre.
Just based on a patch on a backpack, speculation about the maternal source of infection was raised.
But obviously, his worries were unnecessary, Lei Hu's reaction was more cautious and faster than he expected.
The last time the mother source of the substitute starfish invaded, the ordinary people in Happy City were unaware of it until the mother source was completely destroyed.
Behind this "silent defense" there is obviously a complete set of mature response mechanisms.
Even if a mother source really comes in through the fog hole this time, I think Xingfu City has enough means to locate, isolate and eliminate it.
After clocking in and passing through the isolation passage filled with disinfectant spray, Cheng Ye sat behind the inspection table in quarantine area B.
Although his face was calm and he showed no signs of panic, his mind was like straw blown by the wind, with thoughts flying around.
"A scale of tens of millions is too eye-catching. A shelter city like Happy City, with a population of only a million, would attract an invasion of the Mother Origin Infected, let alone Xinhuo?"
"I'm afraid that Xinhuo Sanctuary City is the real drug den!"
Cheng Ye's eyes darkened.
Destroying the mother source of C35 is probably just the tip of the iceberg. Just as Li Changfeng said, perhaps when the two were talking in the air, there was a mother source infected body standing somewhere staring at them.
It's just dormant temporarily, and it's not time for an explosion yet.
This fog hole is like a coin.
After being connected to the Xinhuo Shelter City, the "positive" side has indeed brought tangible benefits to Xingfu City.
Many supplies that would have to be brought by caravans in autumn were quickly transferred through the fog cave, which not only saved countless manpower and material resources, but also indirectly reduced the cost that Xingfu City had to pay to purchase these supplies.
It even gave him the opportunity to come into contact with source track technology, find a lot of good things, and accumulate enough food to survive the winter in advance.
But the threat from the opposite side cannot be ignored.
The fog cave spanning the two cities directly connects Happy City and the most dangerous place in the wasteland.
Many troubles that Xinhuo can handle may become a disaster when they come to Xingfu City.
But, if you want to take advantage of the benefits, you must also bear the risks!
"I hope my discovery is just a false alarm, or just an easily dealt with infection."
"If there's another source of infection more powerful than the substitute starfish, who would dare to come to Happy City?"
Cheng Ye took a deep breath, forced himself to put away his chaotic thoughts, and entered the duty mode.
However, he had difficulty concentrating the entire morning.
When I glance at the scavengers standing in line, I always subconsciously pay attention to the style of their backpacks.
When I hear words like firewood, fog hole, and source of infection, my nerves become inexplicably tense.
Fortunately, today is not the peak period, and the number of scavengers coming in and out is nearly half of yesterday, so the work pressure is not that great.
The entire South Station was quiet, without any gunshots, and it was so harmonious as if it had returned to normal.
Just after twelve o'clock, Wang Kang came early to take over.
"Brother Cheng, are you feeling unwell? You look so bad."
"Oh, I was busy all night last night and didn't sleep for a few hours. I might be tired."
Cheng Ye forced a smile to cover it up, and like yesterday, he gave his duty position to Wang Kang and moved a stool to sit next to him.
Time passed minute by minute until three o'clock in the afternoon.
bite.
The defense communication prompt sound suddenly rang, and Cheng Ye grabbed the device almost reflexively.
The screen lit up, but the sender was not Lei Hu, but Jiang Chuan!
The message was short, just a few words:
"Confirmed, call me back."
Cheng Ye stood up immediately, scaring the two scavengers who were being examined by Wang Kang so much that they trembled all over.
"It's okay, I'm going to the bathroom in the back."
After opening the isolation door, Cheng Ye hurried into the bathroom and splashed cold water on his face several times.
Only when the burning anxiety subsided a little did he wipe his cheeks with his sleeves, quickly walked to the innermost compartment, and locked the door behind him.
I dialed the number and the other party picked up quickly.
"Is it C35?"
"No, don't scare yourself."
Jiang Chuan's voice came from the microphone, but no emotion could be heard.
"It's the deceased Wish Keeper!"
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