Rotting Land: Survive

Chapter 963: Chapter 948: Don’t Drop the Bricks

"Xiao Tang, how about this allocation?" Hu Xiaodong focused his gaze on Tang Xiaoquan.

Tang Xiaoquan nodded indifferently, "I have no objections, but before we proceed, we have a tricky task that needs addressing."

"What task?" Hu Xiaodong instinctively furrowed his eyebrows, now dreading any tasks proposed by the young man.

Tang Xiaoquan noticed Hu Xiaodong’s anxiety, and offered a bitter smile, "To be honest, that kiln factory, we originally intended to gather resources from it, but unexpectedly, there are many bricks piled inside. Old Xu thinks these bricks could be useful for our future major constructions, so..."

"Got it!" Hu Xiaodong glanced at his watch and immediately issued instructions, "It’s currently 6:30, let’s head to the kiln factory right away, we’ll arrive before dawn. Shen Lian, you go call Wu Chao and Xiao Wen. I’ll talk to Zhong Yu about the vehicle arrangement. Li Zhong, Li Guo, if you need any items, list them and let me know. Once we leave, try to prepare the relevant software and circuit boards. As for the rest..." Hu Xiaodong thought it over and felt there was nothing else to convey, waving his hand broadly, "That’s it. Everyone, let’s get moving."

Once the orders were given, the survivors promptly busied themselves.

Of course, all of this was concealed from Old Zhao. Tang Xiaoquan instructed that if Old Zhao inquired about the group’s departure, just say it was for the transportation of bricks to improve the camp’s security.

After half an hour of preparation, two convoys were ready.

One team, led by Hu Xiaodong, was split into two vehicles.

Hu Xiaodong drove the lead car, while Luo Baocun drove the back car.

To ensure that they could bring back as many bricks as possible in one trip, the Survivor Squad specially utilized a bus and a Jianghuai light truck as transport tools.

Moreover, the team members included Tang Xiaoquan, Wu Chao, Wen Quanxin, and two others.

As for the composition of the other team members, it was relatively simple - just Shen Lian and Wang Zhongyu. Their task was to find a reliable container truck, and of course, according to the guidance of the ’Zhong’ and ’Guo’ brothers, they also had to see if they could bring back some reliable loudspeakers.

Once the personnel were assembled, both teams set off immediately. After the convoy departed, the previously bustling village finally fell silent once again.

"Wei Yang, what’s happening outside?" Old Zhao didn’t know what was happening; he had been waiting for Tang Xiaoquan to return.

Wei Yang looked at Old Zhao’s worried face, truly not wanting to deceive him, but sometimes a kind lie is easier for someone to accept than the truth.

"Uncle Zhao, outside, Brother Hu took people out on a mission."

"A mission!?" At the sound of these words, Old Zhao instantly raised his head, alert, "What mission are they undertaking now, and why didn’t anyone tell me?"

"It’s like this, Uncle Zhao. Xiao Tang and the others found a kiln factory outside, and Brother Hu is taking people over to transport bricks. You know the safety of our camp has always been an issue. With these bricks, we can start addressing this problem. As for not mentioning it, mainly Brother Hu was worried you’d be concerned about this matter, so..."

"What about Xiao Tang? Where is he? He didn’t go too, did he?"

"This..." Wei Yang really was not good at lying, and Old Zhao’s continued questioning left her at a loss, "Xiao Tang, he, he went along too. Oh, you know, the kiln factory was his discovery, so the convoy needs a guide."

"Then what about Dazhuang? He should stay at the camp, right?"

"Haha," Wei Yang truly felt like crying but had no tears, "Brother Dazhuang, he went along too. It’s not just him, Xiao Wen, Xiao Wang, Xiao Luo, and Wu Chao, they all went. No choice, transporting bricks is a massive project, so..."

"Alright, Xiao Wei, I understand, you can go rest, don’t worry about me." Knowing everyone had left the camp, Old Zhao leaned back in his chair, his forlorn expression filled Wei Yang with sympathy.

"Xiao Tang, how far is the kiln factory from our camp?"

In the Jianghuai vehicle, Hu Xiaodong looked ahead and casually asked.

As the lead vehicle, he needed to understand the general location of their destination.

"The drive is approximately one hour; it’s very close to the school."

"Hmm, closer is better; it makes diverting the zombies somewhat easier." Although he had voted in favor of the young man’s ’zombie diversion plan,’ honestly, Hu Xiaodong’s heart was still anxious.

It’s understandable, given that such a large undertaking, for this survivor squad of around 20 people, was truly somewhat ’asking too much.’

The journey was silent, and the two vehicles steadily progressed forward.

Considering the complexities of nighttime road conditions, Hu Xiaodong maintained a safe speed of around 40 mph throughout the journey.

Fortunately, at this hour, approaching dawn, after driving for half an hour, the sky gradually brightened.

With this, the vehicle speed, which had been dragging for a while, finally increased. In the end, just as Tang Xiaoquan had estimated, the convoy reached its destination, taking precisely one hour.

"You guys did this?" Hu Xiaodong stopped the vehicle at the kiln factory gate and, pointing to the tangled ropes at the entrance, asked with suspicion.

Tang Xiaoquan nodded, "Correct, we were planning to come over and transport bricks after Old Xu’s problem was resolved. But unexpectedly... well, no point in going on about it, the rope strips are intact, the factory is relatively safe inside."

Saying that, Tang Xiaoquan began cutting the cloth strips again, before climbing back into the Jianghuai vehicle.

"Xiao Luo, you guys wait outside, Hu and I will go in first to check the situation, and enter upon our signal. Over and out!"

Better safe than sorry, especially at this critical juncture, the survivor squad could no longer withstand any more ’accidents.’

"Roger! You guys take care! Over and out!"

With the vehicle, Hu Xiaodong and Tang Xiaoquan circled the factory three times. After ensuring nothing was amiss, they gave Luo Baocun outside the signal to enter, and both vehicles finally stopped in front of the brick pile area.

"Xiao Tang, take me to check the sound system and amplifiers, everyone else hurry and move the bricks. If there are any issues, contact via hand-held radio."

From Tang Xiaoquan’s last visit to the factory, he remembered it was equipped with sound systems and amplifiers. These things are used by workers to boost productivity during their labor in the factory.

Right now, they can specifically be used to attract zombies, though some modifications are necessarily needed before use.

Splitting into two groups, Tang Xiaoquan accompanied Hu Xiaodong to check the loudspeakers and gather usable materials.

After all, the kiln factory had many natural materials that could be utilized for future major constructions and, subscribing to the principle of not taking them for granted, Hu Xiaodong decided to loot this place thoroughly.

The entire operation proceeded methodically; batches of bricks were loaded onto the bus. Before long, the initially empty bus carriage was filled up to a third.

Yet, despite this, only a small portion of the bricks in the piles had been moved.

The transportation process turned out to be far longer than the survivor squad had anticipated. (To be continued. If you enjoy this work, please visit Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please read on m.qidian.com.)

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