Apocalypse: the Most Ruthless Person

In the Satellite Village, the combat personnel hadn’t received today’s task arrangement yet, but they heard the news that the Yama Corps went out on a mission alone in the afternoon, feeling both happy and sad.

They were happy because they were finally going to form official teams. Once the teams were divided, they would start organized training, and resource allocation would be different.

Most people were full of confidence, thinking they could definitely squeeze into the excellent teams.

But they were frustrated about the Yama Corps leaving them behind to play by themselves.

”Damn it, Old Wu, do you think King Yama looks down on us!”

Wu Baokang chewed on bubble gum he got from somewhere, glaring at the distant convoy on the highway with an unhappy expression.

”Well, since we’re not members of the Yama Corps, just follow orders and do the job.”

Wu Daqiang was quite calm; he was used to such things.

”Hey, have you heard? King Yama plans to set up an Elite Corps under the Yama Corps, with the weakest entering the reserve. Do you think someone will be directly admitted to the Yama Corps this afternoon?”

Zhang Xin had an expectant look on his face, seemingly asking a question but implying himself.

”It’s possible, but it definitely won’t be you!”

Wu Baokang bluntly retorted Zhang Xin. He had been displeased with this connected person for a long time. Now that everyone was a part of the Celestial Horse Island, King Yama didn’t give him any extra attention, so he wouldn’t pamper him.

Zhang Xin was momentarily choked but didn’t get angry, just chuckled and said, ”As long as there’s a chance, I know my own abilities. I certainly won’t get in for the moment; I’m just here to watch and see which guy has this skill. I’ll be satisfied if I can join the Elite Corps, haha.”

”That’s it; I’m definitely destined for the reserve.”

”I’m not much better; what to do? Let’s go, let’s do some last-minute cramming!”

”Right, sharpen the spear before the battle, quick!”

Upon hearing Zhang Xin’s words, some of the less skilled combat personnel started to worry...

While people were chatting, the Yama Corps convoy had already arrived in Beidong Town.

The main roads in Beidong Town were still full of potholes and unrepaired. Now, they could only pass by the auxiliary road and the front yard of shops on the west side. That’s how the convoy returned a few days ago, very convenient with no problems.

The personnel responsible for setting up the communication base stations placed a relay on the roof of the only four-story building in Beidong Town. To ensure continuous operation, a large battery was equipped and insulated for warmth, theoretically estimated to work continuously for eighteen to twenty days. To ensure everything was foolproof, the battery needed replacing every two weeks.

Continuing south, they quickly saw the high railway bridge, where a high-speed train lay quietly on the tracks, traveling from east to west. Spanning eight carriages, about two hundred meters in length, the pantograph was not connected to the wires, making the whole train look as if it were asleep.

The train was covered in dust, dimming the once bright color scheme, adding to its dreary look.

Zhang Su parked the car under the railway bridge, followed by the other cars, which also stopped one by one. Everyone got out, taking weapons and tools in hand.

”Brother Su, this place is hard to get onto...”

Wu Lue looked at the bridge pier with some worry.

He hadn’t thought about it before reaching the railway bridge. He recalled it didn’t appear too high and thought they could climb up by the car roof. But upon arriving under the bridge, he realized it might be short compared to bridges spanning valleys and large rivers, but it was still about ten meters from the ground, higher than a three-story building!

Some others had ideas similar to Wu Lue’s. A few female members looked around, trying to find a suitable place to climb.

Zhang Su curled his lips and said, ”You told me to clean up the high-speed train, and now you say you didn’t do any homework? Come on, didn’t you place a walkie-talkie relay on the railway bridge a few days ago? Didn’t you go up?”

Wu Lue pointed to a tall tree on the other side of the bridge: ”Look, it’s in that bird’s nest!”

Everyone had considered the complex situation on the railway bridge. Moreover, since people might pass over it at any time, it would be better to use an abandoned bird’s nest rather than risk damaging the bridge.

Zhang Su nodded and said, ”Luezi, see the platform used for maintenance workers? You can get onto the railway bridge from there!”

”But... that platform isn’t for us to climb. It’s got protective nets to prevent climbing! How about we notify West Camp Village and get an excavator over here to lift us up?”

Wu Lue pointed to the direction of West Camp Village.

After days of busy work, several large machines had already been moved near Chuhai River, including a previously repaired excavator.

”You have time to wait for an excavator? Dakun, show him what skill is. Quick, get us a way onto the railway bridge!”

”Alright, Unc!”

Pang Dakun was delighted and tucked pliers into his backpack. Under Wu Lue’s curious gaze, he opened the van’s trunk and took out a collapsible ladder!

”Damn it...”

Wu Lue immediately lashed out: ”What skill is it to have a ladder? Isn’t it just a matter of having legs?”

”Hey...” Pang Dakun gave Wu Lue a disdainful look and pointed at the ladder: ”You want to do it?”

A typical ”if you’re so good, you do it” moment...

”Fine, I’ll do it!”

Wu Lue was a young man. Although usually a bit timid, he couldn’t lose face in front of so many. He walked up, grabbed the ladder, and walked toward the bottom of the maintenance platform.

”It’s just setting up a ladder, acting all cocky, who can’t do it...”

Wu Lue muttered, but when he extended the ladder fully, he was stunned.

The bottom of the maintenance platform was still five or six meters off the ground, and the ladder was short by about half a meter. The most crucial aspect was that the modified ladder had hooks to secure it to the platform’s edge. But now, with protective nets surrounding the platform, even reaching the platform, the hooks couldn’t latch on.

”Brother Su, the ladder’s too short.”

Wu Lue turned back to look at everyone with a slightly embarrassed look and found their gazes weren’t right, his face turning red with shame.

”Hmph, I guess I’ll have to do it!”

Pang Dakun couldn’t bear to see Wu Lue embarrassed. Dismissing past grievances, he stepped forward, took the ladder from him, looked up, and nodded confidently.

”Brother Kun, you’re up next. How’s it gonna be? Do you need help holding it?”

Wu Lue was relieved and eagerly assisted.

”No, no, you don’t hold it, godmother, Uncle Zhuzi, lend a hand.”

Pang Dakun turned to Zhao Dezhu and Tan Huajun.

Wu Lue felt more embarrassed. Clearly, they didn’t trust him, but there’s nothing he could do. With a bad reputation, he walked back to the crowd, determined never to act recklessly again.

In fact, no one really minded; everyone had a clear understanding of their roles, and someone like Wu Lue was not a leader.

”Haha, crucial moments show you how much you can rely on your godmother and me!”

Zhao Dezhu strode forward confidently. Being trusted felt fantastic.

”Old Zhao, hold it steady, don’t let my godson fall!”

Tan Huajun, seeing Zhao Dezhu grinning, feared he might relax his grip.

Pang Dakun gave the ladder a shake, saw it was steady, and said with a smile: ”Uncle Zhuzi, godmother, I’m counting on you. I’m going up!”

Tan Huajun and Zhao Dezhu helped Pang Dakun hold the ladder. Pang Dakun swiftly climbed to the top, took pliers from his backpack, and quickly removed the wire mesh with a flurry of actions.

The three of them cooperated perfectly without any errors.