Natural Disaster Strikes: I Stockpiled Billions and Carved My Way Through the Apocalypse

Mu Jiuyue arrived at the front and saw someone using instruments to test the water depth.

The research team didn't play much of a role along the way, and they were all burning with anger.

After all, nobody wants to be called a good-for-nothing.

Especially considering that they received a pill that could strengthen their bodies, boost their immunity, and rejuvenate their aging bodies even though they had not performed any meritorious service.

This made them feel even more ashamed.

So when they heard that the road ahead was blocked and they couldn't determine the water depth, they volunteered to bring the equipment over.

Professionals are professionals.

The data came out immediately as soon as the instrument was submerged in water.

"Reporting to the base commander! The water ahead is over 150 meters deep, a naturally formed pool originating from a waterfall that has dried up. Now that the waterfall is gone, only the pool remains. Preliminary water quality tests show trace amounts of acid rain components, but the proportion is extremely small. The initial assessment is that either the acid rain here is light, or the cliff above is blocking the rain." Someone jogged over to report to Mu Jiuyue.

Mu Jiuyue nodded: "So how far are we from the sinkhole now?"

"I estimate it's still over a hundred miles away. I tested the air composition here, and the result is that there are no more sandstorms, so we can go ashore at any time."

Mu Jiuyue asked again, "Is it more convenient to travel by water or to dig a tunnel directly on the spot?"

After considering for a moment, the technician said, "I suggest we go by water. This area is exposed to air, and it's hard to say whether the mountain walls above can withstand the high-intensity drilling under the influence of acid rain. Going by water is relatively safer, and since we have a large group, we can go up in batches."

"Thank you for your hard work!" Mu Jiuyue patted the other person's shoulder approvingly.

Mu Jiuyue went back to discuss it with Wei Lie and the others.

Wei Lie agreed: "Anyway, we have boats, and the water is 150 meters deep enough to support our boats to pass through."

Lin Zhen said, "How about I take some men to scout ahead first?"

Director Lin nodded: "That's feasible. I also agree with going by water. After all, with those three shelters in the central region around, we shouldn't make too big a move. The more important cards we have hidden, the better!"

The matter was settled.

Lin Zhen led a small team of one hundred people in a medium-sized ship to clear the way.

Although it is a medium-sized ship, the hull is very sturdy and robust, and it is equipped with some basic weapons. It can be said that even if it encounters pirates, it can fight them back and forth.

The hundred men that Lin Zhen led were all excellent naval special forces members who were excellent swimmers; each one was agile and brave, like a white streak in the waves.

The ship sailed for about half an hour, completely leaving the underground passage and returning to the surface.

The weather here is great; there are no sandstorms.

"Base Commander, look ahead!" Someone with sharp eyes pointed to the distant shore and said, "Aren't those signs of human habitation?"

"Take two men with you to check it out!" Lin Zhen said cautiously. "Bring weapons. If attacked, kill without mercy!"

"Yes!"

Three special forces soldiers, after donning their gear, jumped into the water and swam forward with great effort.

In just over ten minutes, the three of them quietly reached the shore.

“Look, this is a bonfire that’s been burned!” Someone squatted down, picked up a handful of ash from the ground, rubbed it in his palm, and said, “Six hours ago, someone lit a bonfire here. The burning material was old particleboard, probably old furniture.”

“There are footprints here.” The second person also found the marks: “Based on the force and angle, we can determine that it is a male, around 35 years old, weighing 75 kilograms, and about 175 cm tall.”

"There are signs of human habitation here, everyone be careful," the third person said. "Those who can survive in the wild environment of this post-apocalyptic world are basically not benevolent. Don't let your guard down!"

"Yes!"

The words fell.

Suddenly, a rustling sound came from the pile of rubble ahead.

Immediately afterwards, someone pointed a weapon at the three of them: "Don't move! Who goes there?"

The three special forces soldiers immediately stood up straight and looked at the other party: "We were just passing through and didn't mean to disturb you. Have you been living here all along?"

"Men, search them!" The man didn't believe the story at all and ordered the people behind him.

Immediately afterwards, someone rushed out from behind the pile of stones and rudely tried to seize the three special forces soldiers' belongings and weapons.

Their mission was reconnaissance, not combat.

However, one must not be captured by the enemy.

Cannibalism is now commonplace; once they become food, they can no longer send messages back.

Therefore, the three of them immediately retaliated, pinning the other person to the ground and saying, "Sorry, we didn't mean to disturb you, we'll leave now!"

After saying that, the three of them took advantage of the other party's lack of reaction, turned around and rushed to the water's edge, jumping into the water with a splash.

Puff puff.

A burst of gunfire erupted behind me; the bullets sank into the water and lost their aim.

However, it was also confirmed that the other party possessed firearms.

The three of them returned to the ship in a disheveled state.

Lin Zhen immediately sensed something was wrong: "What happened?"

"Base commander, there are people on the opposite hillside, and quite a few of them. They're armed." The three men replied, "We've seen more than a dozen people so far, and at least half of them are armed."

Lin Zhen nodded: "Are you all alright?"

"No."

"Okay, I understand." Lin Zhen nodded. "You all go and rest. The rest of you, continue your investigation!"

"Yes!" Five more people jumped into the water, this time with even more equipment.

However, not wanting to cause misunderstandings or hatred between the two sides, this time they mainly brought tranquilizer guns.

Although they are not afraid of trouble and do not cause trouble, there are really not many humans left to survive this apocalyptic disaster.

Less than two years into the apocalypse, the entire Eastern Kingdom, with a population of over a billion, has dwindled to a mere tens of millions.

As long as the other party isn't utterly wicked, every extra life we ​​can save is a blessing.

This can be considered as the stubborn compassion in Lin Zhen's heart.

This time, the five men were well prepared. Although they were surrounded as soon as they landed, they remained calm and confronted the enemy with their weapons.

"Who exactly are you people?" A man in his late thirties from the opposite group stepped forward, looking at them with great vigilance.

“We are from Dawn Base, and we are passing through your territory to detour to the Northwest Shelter,” the five-man special forces team leader replied. “We have no other malicious intent.”

"Dawn Base?" The man opposite him chuckled sarcastically. "What base is there left? Who are you kidding? Everyone, attack together and capture all five of them!"

the other side.

Mu Jiuyue was getting a little anxious waiting on the shore.

They've been gone for so long, why haven't we heard any news yet?

Could something have happened?

Mu Jiuyue was like an ant on a hot pan, running around in circles.

"How about I go take a look?" Mu Jiuyue asked.

Director Lin said calmly, "You should have faith in Lin Zhen! He's not someone who does things for nothing!"

Mu Jiuyue said hesitantly, "But—"

Before the words were even finished, someone steered the small boat back.

They immediately brought explosive news: "Report to the base commander! A large human settlement has been discovered ahead! Base Commander Lin and his team are surrounded!"

Mu Jiuyue jumped up: "Damn! I'm going to check it out!"