nycdaug Chapter 53, the Annihilation Battle, is Already Scheduled
Chapter 53, the Annihilation Battle, is Already Scheduled
Lorraine released Ouyang Nian from her arms, pushed her back to her own cabin, and then went to the aft deck to wait for Platinum to return fully loaded.
"Commander, Miss Lin Shu's test results are in. Most indicators are normal, but she needs to continue receiving nutritional supplements."
Lorraine was worried after seeing Bai Zhi's report, as the ship was currently in dire need of various medicines.
"Is there anything on our ship that we could use?"
"Commander, don't worry, Ms. Lin Shu still has the ability to swallow. I can use energy bars to prepare a solution to make it easier for Ms. Lin Shu to swallow."
"Has the reason why Ms. Lin is still in a coma been found?"
Lorraine asked the question that was currently on his mind.
"It's unclear at the moment. We can only find out the specific cause once all indicators return to normal."
"Then it's up to you."
Lorraine entrusted the task of looking after Ms. Lin Shu to the professional Bai Zhi, while he began to help Bai Jin and the others move crops into the warehouse.
"Commander, these are all the ships. A significant portion of the crops on the farm have been harvested or destroyed."
Given the size of the farm, the crops here, combined with the supplies on the ship, would be enough for them to live on for another two months.
However, the crops and seeds they have collected so far are only enough for them to occasionally change their diet.
After all, grain crops such as wheat, corn, and potatoes are not suitable for cultivation on hydroponic farms.
Currently, small hydroponic farms can only cultivate rapeseed, spinach, and bean sprouts.
"It's okay, we might be able to get more food in a while."
Lorraine narrowed his eyes, a dangerous glint in them. If he wasn't mistaken, Ms. Lin Shu was the sister Ouyang Nian had mentioned, the one who was skilled in both medicine and agriculture.
"Where are the cat and the listening beast?"
Lorraine and Platinum had just emptied a landing craft when they looked up and noticed that two figures were missing from the shore.
[Commander, they've spotted several tire tracks and are now on their way back.]
"Traces?"
"Platinum, I'll leave this to you and Roy. I'm going to the cockpit to check on Cat and Listen's new discoveries."
"Let's go together, Roy can handle things here."
Platinum's face flushed slightly. She glared fiercely at Roy before following Lorraine to the driver's seat.
The two met Ouyang Nian in the driver's seat, who had just composed himself. The three of them looked together at the tire tracks that Maomao and Diting had discovered.
"Cleveland, analyze these tire tracks."
[Analyzing, please wait...]
What then appears is a map showing the vehicle's route.
This driving route is a prediction based on the existing map and is for reference only.
The route on the map splits into two as it approaches the city. One route goes around the outskirts of the eastern urban area and leads to the shipyard, while the other route crosses the bridge over the river and reaches the riverside residential area on the west bank.
Behind the residential area is a medical center that houses occupational medicines and research equipment.
Lorraine was a little confused. Was this prediction based on my intelligence system?
"Cleveland, are you sure this is their route?"
[Vehicle type analysis complete]
The tire tracks were left by a van.
Based on the survivors' behavior observed at Weapons Lab 137, it is speculated that pickup trucks are typically used for transportation in close proximity.
"So these two places are relatively far from the farm and are relatively safe?"
Yes, given that the riverside residential area on the west bank is a high-end community with limited entrances and exits, and is adjacent to a medical center, it is highly likely that this is their camp.
Lorraine's face darkened, thinking to herself that these people really knew how to find a good spot.
Lorraine was organizing her thoughts to discuss the battle plan when Bai Zhi's message popped up.
"Commander, Ms. Lin Shu's condition is rather complicated; we need you to come over."
Upon seeing this message, Ouyang Nian jumped up and ran towards the medical room.
"Let's go, together."
Lorraine and Platinum followed closely behind Ouyang Nian to the medical room.
"Bai Zhi, what's wrong with my sister right now?"
As soon as the two entered the medical room, they saw Ouyang Nian squatting in front of Bai Zhi and asking anxiously.
"Ms. Ouyang Nian, your sister is not in mortal danger, but she is in a state similar to suspended animation."
"Tell me more about Angelica dahurica."
Lorraine pulled Ouyang Nian up.
"Yes, Commander."
The wall on the left lit up, and Bai Zhi projected Ms. Lin Shu's test report onto the wall.
"Ms. Lin's previously low indicators rebounded rapidly after energy replenishment was provided."
"Ms. Lin is currently in a state of self-protection, and there are only two ways to get out of this state."
"The first option is to maintain the status quo and wait for a long time before waking up. Based on Ms. Lin Shu's current condition, it is estimated that it will take two to three months."
"The second option is to stimulate Ms. Lin Shu with a component in occupational drugs to achieve the goal of premature awakening."
Ouyang Nian was somewhat irritable. Although his sister's condition had stabilized, two months of bed rest would have a significant impact on her health, and considering the recovery time, it would likely consume a lot of resources.
But if the second option is adopted, she doesn't even know where the professional medicine is.
"Ouyang Nian, let me confirm, is this the sister you mentioned before who is skilled in both medicine and agriculture?"
"Yes, but shouldn't she be at the research institute?"
Ouyang Nian had no idea why his sister, who should have been at the research institute, was here.
This explains why the medical center here has a full range of occupational medicines and research equipment.
"Weren't you planning to personally charter a car for your sister? Now's your chance."
Lorraine had been thinking about how to avoid these raiders, but now she could prepare for an annihilation campaign.
"Um?"
Ouyang Nian stared blankly at Luo Lin. She was already overjoyed that her sister had been saved, and she was prepared for her sister to be bedridden for two months.
only...
"What are you thinking? It's not just your sister who needs it."
Lorraine noticed Ouyang Nian's confusion and bewilderment.
Although he was originally going to the medical center to obtain supplies to strengthen himself, Ouyang Nian's view of the matter was distorted.
"Besides, now that you two are on board, I can't let the person I've already got get away with escape."
Lorraine rolled his eyes. He was going all out to dispel Ouyang Nian's wild thoughts.
Although the idea of sleeping together in the apocalypse is certainly appealing, it would still be a bit awkward to say it out loud.
Hearing footsteps behind him, Lorraine turned around and saw Platinum walking backward with her head down.
Lorraine thought to herself, 'Wasn't this what you two were talking about before?'
"Platinum, let's go. Let the two sisters stay together for a while. Let's go and figure out how to send the people in Jiangjing Community to their deaths."