It was Friday, July 11th, 2177.
The day finally welcomed the midsummer rainstorm. Accompanied by thunder and lightning in the afternoon, the rain fell at a slanted angle for more than 20 minutes, forming a large puddle on the battlefield ruins.
Under the sunlight after the rain, the puddles were like mirrors reflecting the bloody battlefield. At the same time, hot steam rose from the puddles, shrouding everything in it. Everything was distorted and swaying, making it feel surreal.
Tang Ling sat at the edge of the Hope Barrier, smoking a cigarette and squinting at the puddles on the battlefield.
It felt like a long time had passed, but it was still right before his eyes.
Every summer, after the rainstorm, the settlement would also have large puddles like this.
It was San Shan's happiest moment. She would pull Tang Ling with her soft little hands and they would happily go to the puddles to take a dip.
The puddles were filled with soft mud that looked like naughty little fishes shuttling between their toes.
The puddles were a magical world. There were all kinds of not-so-dangerous bugs, fishes, and shrimps, but as the puddles dried up, they would all disappear.
San Shan had disappeared. She was gone.
It was an unbearable pain. It would be great if her memories could disappear as well.
Tang Ling took a deep puff from his cigarette. The rising smoke covered his sorrow, but the bruise on his chin was still a little painful.
It was all thanks to Dier's punch three days ago, but it was nothing. Tang Ling did not take Dier seriously. At least, his angry punch was not worthy of Tang Ling's attention.
"I'm smoking." A figure sat down beside Tang Ling and looked at the kid helplessly as if he wanted to say something.
Tang Ling smiled and passed him a cigarette.
Uncle Beard was a veteran soldier who had always taken care of Tang Ling, so Tang Ling would not be stingy with him.
"Wait for another hour, and the night shift will be here. Two hours later, those on duty who signed up for the group mission will join the elite group of 100 led by 10 Purple Moon Warriors to start the mission, "said Uncle Beard as he took a puff from his cigarette.
Tang Ling smiled but did not say anything. His eyes landed on the Universal Source Rock that was glowing purple.
The most intense battle was always taking place beside the Universal Source Rock, and the crack that gave off a dangerous aura was always so glaring.
However, today's focus was not on that. Instead, it was on a warehouse area about a kilometer away from the Universal Source Rock.
This place was once occupied by a group of zombies.
However, some time ago, the strongest leader of the zombie horde and the eight elite zombies around it suddenly went missing. The Hope Barrier decided to seize the opportunity to clear the garage area and categorize it as a safe zone that the Hope Barrier could develop in the future.
After all, the warehouse area was well-preserved, and it was very close to the Universal Source Rock. It was extremely valuable.
As long as he could successfully occupy the place and add some more setup, even if the leader of the zombies appeared again, it wouldn't be able to do anything.
"Without the strongest guy, there are 10 Purple Moon Warriors leading the team and a group of 100 elite soldiers. The danger of this mission is really low now."
"Moreover, the First Reserved Camp is only responsible for cleaning up that corner." Uncle Beardy continued to nag, but his expression turned heavy.
"But I regret telling you about this mission." He grinned at Tang Ling, but it was not a pleasant smile.
The conflict between the Summit Squad and Tang Ling was not a big deal in the Hope Barrier. Even the mentors of the First Reserved Camp did not say anything about it, let alone the higher-ups.
However, it did not stop the incident from becoming a gossip that added a little color to the iron-blooded life in the Hope Barrier.
Who was Hank? The star of hope of the Hope Barrier! Many people even believed that once he broke through to become a Purple Moon Warrior, he would be a threat to the ten elite squad leaders of the Purple Moon Warriors and might even replace one of them.
In time to come, he would become the strongest challenger to the leader of the Purple Moon Warriors, Fei Long.
A person like Hank had been running amuck in the Hope Barrier for a long time, yet he suffered a loss in the hands of a guy named Tang Ling, who was the last in the Hope Barrier. How could it not be a gossip?
The loss did not only refer to the incident, but also to the mission itself.
Hank's Summit Squad could not only stop Tang Ling and the others, but they must also pray that nothing happened to Tang Ling and the others. Otherwise, they would never be able to clear themselves of suspicion.
That was also the reason why Dier attacked Tang Ling and the others. Not only were they provoked, but they might also have to protect Tang Ling and the others during the mission. No one could afford to bear the reputation of killing their comrades.
It was as disgusting as eating sh * t!
Still, so what? Uncle Beard did not think that Tang Ling had taken advantage of the situation because one should not only look at the present but also consider the long-term.
It was just a group mission. So what if he got some benefits? Tang Ling had at least a year left in the First Reserved Camp. Could he survive?
Maybe he would spit out the benefits the next day.
Even if he escaped the First Reserved Camp, could he escape Safety Sector No. 17? From then on, Tang Ling would always be in Hank's shadow.
Tang Ling was the one who offended the Summit Squad the most. As for his teammates, those with family backgrounds were not afraid, but the others would at most be suppressed a little. After all, it would be bad for the Summit Squad's reputation if they tried their best to suppress a small fry.
What an idiot … Unless he became stronger than Hank in the future.
Uncle Beard did not think it was possible. In his eyes, Tang Ling was just a smart little rascal, not some genius.
Therefore, Uncle Beard blamed himself. Because of his kindness, it could be said that he had completely ruined the future of this likable young man.
Without a doubt, Tang Ling knew what was on Uncle Beard's mind. He smiled and hugged the kind veteran. "Don't think too much. You'll be happier. No one knows what's going to happen tomorrow. It's better to live a happy life. "
Was it comfort? Of course it was! To a veteran, he would go even if Tang Ling did not say anything. Saying that he was being kind was all bullsh * t.
In a life and death situation that could happen at any moment, telling him that it was very satisfying to do so would actually strike at his heart.
"What a considerate kid." Uncle Beard tapped Tang Ling's shoulder but did not say anything.
On the other hand, Tang Ling looked at the garage and asked, "What's the reason for the Summit Squad to take over this mission?"
"It's simple. It's the rule of the battlefield. According to the rule of the battlefield, they can keep a third of the spoils for themselves.
What's the main goal of clearing the garage? It's the zombies! You might not know this, but the zombies are the easiest to crystallize.
"I'm talking about the zombies that are close to the Universal Energy Rock." Uncle Beard stubbed out his cigarette and looked at Tang Ling with a meaningful gaze.
It was not something that could be recorded in the files. It was a secret among the warriors of the Hope Barrier.
Tang Ling smiled faintly. His gaze at the garage grew a little more passionate.
At the same time, familiar footsteps sounded behind Tang Ling. He turned around and saw everyone from the Fierce Dragon Squad walking towards him.
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