Chapter 163 Planning Ahead
After a month of stability, the mutated mosquitoes in the base were almost completely eliminated.
However, these events did not have any impact on Bai Tang's family's lives.
Aside from the initial incident where Lin Fengand his group were bitten repeatedly.
After that, no one was bitten anymore because they all put up mosquito nets when they rested at night.
This was something Bai Tang suddenly remembered the day after they were bitten.
Then she searched through her online space and found the mosquito nets she had stockpiled.
Apocalypse's previous stockpiling efforts were definitely worthwhile; these items have all come in handy.
Then everyone put up mosquito nets in their rooms, which made them feel much more comfortable when they rested at night.
No more smelling the pungent medicated oil.
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That morning, when Bai Tang and the others got up for breakfast, Gu Yanxu asked them:
"Do you guys want to go out of the base for some fun? I'm thinking of taking on a base mission."
Lin Zhou asked, "What mission, boss?"
Lin Fan said, "Of course I want to go out and play."
Gu Yanxu replied to the two of them: "Two days ago, Captain Zhao Lei told me that the base has a mission to collect some rare metals."
He asked if I was interested in taking the job, and I'll ask for your opinions when I get back.
Lin Fan said, "I have no objection, I'll follow the boss."
Bai Jiyang also said, "I have no objection."
Then Bai Tang said, "Our family is basically just going there for fun. Anyway, Mu Mu has all those things, and those who know, know."
If we're lucky enough to find what the base requires, that would be perfect.
If you can't find it, we have something to give you.
Gu Yanxu said, "That's right, this time it's just us and Captain Zhao Lei's team, two teams setting off."
Since both parties are familiar with each other, cooperation will not be troublesome.
After all, everyone is busy pursuing and profiting.
When there's something good to be had, everyone wants a piece of the pie.
It's already quite remarkable that Captain Zhao Lei even thought of us.
He said the base was developing an amphibious escape pod.
That's why we need those relatively rare metal materials.
If our two teams successfully find those materials, and once the research and development is successful, the base can grant us the right to purchase them in advance.
That's why I'm interested. Although we've stockpiled life pods, I always feel that the new ones are better.
Whether we need it or not, it's still better for us to have it.
In case of any unforeseen circumstances, we won't be completely in the dark.
Lin Zhou said, "But it's been so long since Apocalypse, where can we find it?"
Gu Yanxu replied, "The base has revealed the underground warehouse where they previously stored their goods."
I wonder if the underground area there has been damaged.
But it doesn't matter if it breaks, this mission isn't mandatory.
Even if they don't complete the task, the base will give them some consolation prize.
Let's just treat this as a trip to clear our heads. By the way, Mom, Dad, Grandpa, do you want to come along?
Grandpa Gu said, "My old bones are too strong to keep up with you guys."
"So that you won't have to take care of me later, I won't cause you any trouble."
Mother Gu also said, "You guys can go. Your dad and I will stay home and look after your grandpa."
Bai Tang said, "Alright, I'll leave you some food."
The weather isn't so hot anymore, so some food can be stored for a little longer.
Right now, it's just a simple polar day, plus black bugs that crawl out from underground from time to time, and occasionally mutated mosquitoes that fly in.
But those black worms are now highly sought after.
Insects are usually caught as soon as they emerge, so they never have the chance to eat crops.
As for the mosquitoes, they don't have much of an impact now.
After breakfast, Bai Tang and Gu Yanxu rode their electric scooter to the Administration Center.
They happened to run into Captain Zhao Lei, who had just finished accepting that mission.
The three greeted each other, with Captain Zhao Lei saying, " Captain Bai is here."
Bai Tang said, "Yes, we came to take on that mission."
Then Bai Tang and Gu Yanxu quickly accepted the task.
The base's operating model is becoming increasingly mature.
After receiving their assignment, the three walked out of the Administration Center lobby.
Captain Zhao Lei said as he walked, "I don't know if we'll be able to find what they're looking for."
Gu Yanxu said, "Don't worry, Captain Zhao, we are all lucky people and God will protect us."
Captain Zhao Lei smiled and said, "It's okay, good things always happen when I'm with you guys."
My team members were overjoyed when they heard they would be going on a mission with you guys.
Bai Tang said from the side, "When should we go? Anyway, there's no time limit for this task."
Captain Zhao Lei replied to her, "We're available anytime, it's up to you."
Gu Yanxu also said, "We are available anytime."
"How about we meet at the base entrance at 7:30 tomorrow morning?"
Captain Zhao Lei thought for a moment and said, "Okay, it's a polar day anyway, so it's always bright."
"Then let's meet again tomorrow morning. I'll go back and have the guys pack their things."
Captain Zhao Lei waved goodbye to the two of them, and Bai Tang and Gu Yanxu rode their electric bikes home.
On the way, Bai Tang and Gu Yanxu said:
"Only then did I realize why Niu had hoarded all that stuff in the first place."
Gu Yanxu said, "This is called being prepared for a rainy day, because we didn't find it before, and we don't know if we can find it this time."
Bai Tang replied, "It would be best if we could find it, but it's okay if we can't, we have it."
The two chatted as they hurried home.
Upon entering the living room, Bai Tang said toLin Zhou and the others:
"Task accepted, guys, get some rest early tonight."
We'll meet at the base entrance at 7:30 tomorrow morning.
We can't be late and keep Captain Zhao's people waiting for us.
Lin Fan looked up and said, "No problem, I'll go to sleep after I eat."
Grandpa Gu joked with him, "You go to sleep without digesting your food after dinner. Aren't you afraid of having food buildup in your stomach?"
Lin Fan scratched his head and said, "Then I'll eat and rest for a while before going to sleep."
It's not advisable to rest immediately after eating, as this can easily lead to indigestion and is bad for the stomach.
Their family usually eats first, then goes out for a walk with Canned Food to digest their food.
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After dinner, they all went out for a walk to digest their food.
Everyone went to rest early when they got home, waiting for them to get up early the next day for the assembly.
The next morning arrived quickly, and people listened to the announcements over the base's loudspeaker.
They all got up early and came to the living room for breakfast.
Bai Tang prepared steamed buns and soy milk in different flavors.
Gu Yanxu, Bai Jiyang, and the others finished their breakfast quickly.
It was only around 6:30, still early, so Bai Tangput some food in the kitchen.
They drove out in two SUVs, heading towards the base entrance.
They had just arrived near the entrance whenCaptain Zhao Lei and his team's car arrived.
Captain Zhao Lei drove up to them and said, "What a coincidence! It's better to be lucky than early."
Then Captain Zhao Lei also issued Walkie-talkies to Bai Tang and his team in their two vehicles; these were temporary assignments given to the mission team by the base.
Captain Zhao Lei said, "Let's set off then, and try to get back as soon as possible."