Chapter 27: Chapter 27: Towards the City
Now faced with a crucial decision, Ye Fan found himself torn between choosing engineers or snipers.
From the depths of Ye Fan's heart, there was a strong inclination towards selecting engineers.
There existed a multitude of applications for engineers, and following system upgrades, undoubtedly, new functions would emerge that defied one's imagination.
The price tag of a thousand gold alone could instantly obliterate all existing military classifications, signaling that this option was costly for a reason.
However, the importance of snipers couldn't be ignored.
Had Ye Fan not witnessed the armored zombies, he might have been less concerned. But with their appearance, he realized the necessity for enhanced firepower since mining trucks would struggle to navigate the city in the short term.
His upcoming mission was straightforward—traverse the city and head home to find his parents. A perilous journey lay ahead, and the threat of armored zombies demanded the precision of snipers.
Back in the small fishing village, Xu Haoran emphasized the need for large-caliber weapons to tackle such formidable foes.
Yet, what ultimately swayed Ye Fan's decision was the insight provided by Nana, particularly regarding the availability of medical soldiers.
Upon querying Nana about the characteristics of various units, she responded, "Sir, snipers, like scouts, only have one quota in a platoon, while engineers and medical personnel have unlimited quotas."
"If the commander produces medics, it is best to produce two at once."
Curious, Ye Fan inquired, "Why is that?"
"Because medics need to carry stretchers, and other soldiers are responsible for fighting. If a soldier is injured, two medics are needed to carry the stretcher and move them to a safe place. If only one medic is produced, then the commander needs to be responsible to carry the stretcher."
Contemplating the implications, Ye Fan queried Nana again, "What will happen to the Red Alert soldiers if I die?"
"The red alert system exists only because of you, sir. If you no longer exist, all red alert units will automatically disappear."
Upon hearing this condition, Ye Fan abandoned the idea of immediately producing engineers. He considered the practicalities—having stopped cooking, did he still need to carry a stretcher?
Not out of laziness, but out of understanding his own significance as a commander. Venturing into dangerous areas was best avoided. The red alert system hinged on him, and the risk of system collapse upon his demise was too great.
With only 1,200 gold at his disposal, Ye Fan could only produce one medic with engineers. However, two more snipers could be produced.
"Nana, give me a sniper and two medics."
"Okay sir, the manufacturing time will take a total of twelve minutes, please wait patiently."
Evan reclined on the bed in the bedroom. Eight minutes later, the door creaked open.
A soldier clad in brown camouflage, a grass-green cloak, and a beret entered. Standing at 1.7 meters, with an unremarkable face but sharp eagle-like eyes, he bore a long sniper rifle on his back, a Type 67 silent pistol and a dagger at his waist—identical to Xu Haoran's.
Facing Ye Fan, the sniper snapped to attention and saluted, "Sir! Sniper Chen Chuan is here to report!"
Ye Fan returned the salute, prompting Chen Chuan to brief him on his capabilities.
"Sir, I excel in assassination, lurking, and can thrive in various harsh environments. I can maintain shooting accuracy without eating for three days. Equipped with a domestic AMR-2 sniper rifle with an effective range of 1,800 meters and high-precision infrared aiming, accompanied by night vision goggles and a silencer. The firearm has 10 rounds of ammunition in a starless state."
While the bullet count was low, Ye Fan had faith in the sniper's potential. Each shot would eliminate high-value zombie units.
"What about other aspects besides sniping?"
"I am also skilled with the pistol. In combat, my proficiency is comparable to a one-star mobilization soldier. I won't hold back the commander."
"Very good, this time entering the city depends on your performance."
Chen Chuan saluted again and stepped aside. The demeanor of a sniper, to remain unnoticed by the enemy, was evident.
The addition of this powerful unit boosted Ye Fan's confidence.
Following Chen Chuan's introduction, the door swung open once more, revealing two soldiers in camouflage uniforms.
Both stood at 1.8 meters with sturdy builds, carrying large backpacks and one holding a folding stretcher. Sporting a Type 54 pistol on their waists, they wore a cross armband on their left arms—identifying them as medical soldiers.
Surprised, Ye Fan questioned why two male soldiers arrived instead of the expected female medical soldiers.
The medical soldier clarified, "Sir, compared with female medical soldiers, male medical soldiers excel at carrying stretchers. Because you want the medical soldiers to carry the stretcher when needed, male soldiers are selected by default. Most female medical soldiers serve as nurses. If you can build field hospitals, there will be many female medical soldiers, and you can also choose to produce them forcibly."
Quickly dismissing any misinterpretations, Ye Fan waved his hand, stating, "I didn't mean that. I just asked casually. It's not easy to take care of female soldiers."
Regardless of his thoughts, he kept his reservations concealed.
"What kind of medical equipment do you have?"
"Sir, the medical kit is similar to yours, containing scissors, tweezers, blood transfusion plasma, and a small oxygen cylinder. It can treat simple injuries. However, we lack anti-viral serum. The serum is specialized equipment for the commander."
"Can you upgrade?"
"Yes, killing zombies, rescuing red alert soldiers, and survivors can fulfill our upgrade requirements. After upgrading, our medical level and carry-on medicines will improve. Three-star medical soldiers can even restore acquired disabilities."
Satisfied with this information, Ye Fan recognized the importance of medical soldiers. Even though the cost was only 200 gold, their potential impact was immense.
"How are your skills?"
"Sir, medical soldiers undergo basic military training. Their combat effectiveness and marksmanship are roughly equivalent to starless mobilization soldiers."
With the addition of the sniper, Ye Fan felt more assured of his team's capabilities.
The number of people in his red police unit increased to fourteen soldiers and one dog.
With a force now assembled, Ye Fan eagerly anticipated his journey home. However, he exercised caution, recognizing the perils of nighttime actions. Leaving the prosperous country for his home meant a prolonged absence, and careful preparation was paramount.
Utilizing the time before dusk, Ye Fan dispatched the red police soldiers for another hunting expedition guided by radar. Zombies in the community were swiftly eradicated, bringing in an additional 200 units of money—the last remnants of wealth in the Shengshi Jiangshan Community.
Ye Fan, not wanting to provoke survivors unnecessarily, refrained from seeking out more resources. The safety of too many people was a burden he couldn't bear.
With the funds obtained, two more mobilization recruits were produced. They were tasked with safeguarding Villa No. 58 and ensuring the Su sisters' safety.
Su Xing and Su Chang, having stayed up late to prepare food and provisions, contributed to the group's supplies. Well-rested, the following morning saw Ye Fan embarking on his journey with a formidable team.
The team comprised a three-star mobilization soldier, three two-star mobilization soldiers, and five one-star mobilization soldiers. Additionally, there was a one-star scout, a one-star army soldier, a starless sniper, two starless medics, and a one-star military dog.
Including Ye Fan, the commander, the group totaled fifteen people and one dog, forming a powerful and diverse force.
Although the mining truck and warriors were immobilized, Ye Fan felt confident that this formidable team would successfully fight its way into the city and bring him one step closer to reuniting with his family.
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