Gou Zai Gaowu Shijie Cheng Shen

Chapter 138 Returning to the Old Place, Things Have Changed

next morning.

Xu Feng was just about to go to work when he received a task from the military repair department.

"Another assembly? Another field mission?"

Xu Feng was puzzled when he saw the message from the military repair department.

Having just completed the mission at Tianyue Martial Arts University, the Military Training Department has another mission.

It really keeps you busy.

Just then, Lu Fei came downstairs and said to Xu Feng in surprise, "Honey, I've received a mission, I guess I have to go out—"

"A month, right?" Xu Feng interrupted Lu Fei.

"How did you know?" Lu Fei asked in surprise.

Xu Feng smiled helplessly: "Hey, joint mission, I also received the mission message. What about Xiao Dan?"

"Let's find Lao Huang," Lu Fei had no choice but to say.

Xu Feng was also quite surprised and asked, "What's going on? This mission actually involves Wu Da?"
This looks like a large-scale mission, and it's the first time I've been on the field for so long.

The bonus for yesterday's task at Wuhan University hasn't been distributed yet, and there's still no news from the fish and meat sales department.

Xu Feng felt uneasy until he received the money.

He had originally planned to personally inquire about the progress of these two matters after get off work today.

But it seems there's no other way now; we can only trust the organization.

After making some preparations, the two packed some spare clothes into a bag and went out together.

Not long after leaving home, Xu Feng quickly called Huang Sen.

I want him to help take care of Xiao Dan's daily life for the next month.

But I never expected it.

Old Huang told Xu Feng that he had also received a mission and was going to set off with the team.

Hsu Feng was genuinely surprised this time.

He immediately called to inquire about the details of Liu Charlie's mission.

Then I found out.

This mission wasn't near Base 9, but at Tianyue Martial Arts University's Base 21!
Therefore, many of the mission team members were veterans from Base 21. They were familiar with the local environment, which is why they were organized together.

Moreover, the mission involves rebuilding and restoring the operation of Base 21.

The military repair department's task was to restore the surrounding communication systems.

The task was not difficult, and the risk level was practically zero.

In addition, since Base 21 is one of the subordinate bases of Tianyue Martial Arts University, most of the guards this time are martial artists from Tianyue Martial Arts University.

However, not all of them were from Tianyue Martial Arts University, but Xu Feng and Lu Fei had special identities and were the kind of people who "had no choice but to come".

That's why couples like Xu Feng and his wife ended up on the same team.

Upon learning of this situation, and having no other options, Xu Feng had no choice but to contact Li Suifeng as a second-best solution.

Fortunately.

Li Suifeng did not participate in the mission, and planned to focus on his cultivation at the base for the next month or so.

Xu Feng and Lu Fei were relieved when Li Suifeng agreed to pick up and drop off Xiao Dan from school every day and cook for her.

Soon, the couple arrived at the airport meeting point by car.

Upon arriving at the airport, Xu Feng realized that the number of people in the group was ridiculously large.

From a distance, there were several hundred people, just like the original migrating group.

There were three transport planes waiting on the side of the scene.

Many workers are moving goods, equipment and maintenance materials into it.

Clearly, this mission to return to Base 21 is no small task, and it's a major undertaking.

The two waited at the meeting point for a while, and people from various departments gradually arrived.

When the logistics department staff arrived at the scene, Huang Sen greeted Xu Feng and his wife from a distance.

Afterwards, when it was time to board the plane, he sat directly with the couple.

"Haha, it's great to be back in the same place, and with old friends too."

Hehe, I never thought I'd have a day like this, returning home in glory.

It's a pity Little Fatty isn't here, otherwise the Three Musketeers could have reunited.

Hearing Huang Sen's words, Xu Feng recalled the arduous journey he had taken to get here.

Returning to familiar territory?

While surprised, Xu Feng also felt a sense of anticipation.

I wonder how Base 21 is doing now. Is the shantytown still the same?
probably not.

After all, that battle was too brutal.

It's not just Base 9.

All eight bases in Zones C and D were affected.

Base 21, in particular, is said to have been set up as a "trap" for mutated creatures.

One can imagine that now only ruins remain there.

Xu Feng couldn't help but feel curious.

How many of the neighbors in the shantytown survived the last animal attack?

where are they now?
He didn't realize what was happening until the roar of the plane taking off filled the air.

Does this count as a triumphant return home?

After thinking about it, Xu Feng decided that it didn't count.

Because the prerequisite for returning home in glory is that "there is a hometown".

How can a shantytown be considered his hometown?
He even doubted whether there was anyone he knew still living there.

No, it's questionable whether anyone even exists anymore.

About three hours later.

The plane came to a slow, steady stop after a period of turbulence.

We have arrived at Base 21 in Zone D of the Wumeng Mountain Region, Dimensional Realm 1-13.

"We have arrived at Base 21. Please leave in an orderly manner. Heads of departments, please gather at the airport for roll call to ensure that all personnel are present."

As an announcement was made in the cabin, Xu Feng said to the two people beside him, "See you downstairs."

Lu Fei nodded: "Okay."

Huang Sen waved his hand and said, "You go ahead and do your work."

Immediately, Xu Feng took a deep breath and stood up to walk down the plane.

As he walked, he called out, "People from the Military Repair Department, assemble at the entrance! Come here for roll call!"

This mission.

He was the head of the military repair department.

Just got off the plane.

Everywhere you look, there is devastation.

Looking at the airport that seemed vaguely familiar, Xu Feng was filled with emotion.

This place used to be my workplace, but now it has been completely changed because of the beast attack.

The surrounding airport facilities were almost completely destroyed, and there were traces of wilderness everywhere.

In just a few months, the remains of various withered and dead plants have filled the gaps in buildings everywhere.

After the snow melted, the sense of desolation became even stronger.

Animal bones can be vaguely seen in various places, but human bones are rare.

Xu Feng had no time for sentimentality; he quickly assembled the team and completed registration and roll call.

Then, he took the electronic roster and walked toward the head of the entire brigade.

The airport ground was cracked open with large gashes, like the gaping maw of a giant beast.

The rubble and glass shards piled up like sand, making a "crunching" sound with every step.

As Xu Feng walked, he asked the people around him about the location of the brigade leader.

Just then, a commotion suddenly arose ahead, with faint sounds of a heated argument.

Xu Feng didn't want to get involved in the fun.

But when he saw that one of them was actually a team of martial artists led by Lu Fei, he frowned and quickened his pace to get there.

When Xu Feng got close.

They saw that the other side was also a team of martial artists wearing the uniforms of Tianyue Martial Arts University.

At this moment, they were aggressively blocking Lu Fei's team.

The leader was a female warrior. She was tall and straight, with a cold and stern face and triangular eyes, which made her look somewhat mean.

His eyes revealed a sense of disdain and arrogance, and he was currently standing with his arms crossed over his chest.

Meanwhile, the members of Lu Fei's team also looked annoyed.

Xu Feng's heart tightened, and he strode over, asking with a smile, "What's wrong? What happened?"

His voice was as loud as a bell.

This attracted the attention of many people around. Both groups turned around when they heard Xu Feng's voice.

When Lu Fei saw Xu Feng, she immediately waved her hand secretly.

Xu Feng didn't seem to care, and instead asked with a smile, "May I ask which one of you is Miss Fan?"

The female warrior looked at Xu Feng, a hint of doubt flashing in her eyes: "Who are you?"

Xu Feng smiled politely and said, "Hello, Miss Fan, I am Xu Feng, the head of the Military Repair Department."

This is our department's roster; please check it.

The female warrior named "Fan Min" then relaxed her expression, took the tablet Xu Feng handed her, and quickly clicked: "OK".

He then handed the tablet to Xu Feng.

Then, the woman gave Lu Fei a cold laugh, turned around and left with her people.

Xu Feng watched the female warrior's departing figure, a slight doubt creeping into his heart.

He turned around, looked at Lu Fei, and asked, "What exactly is going on? Why are they stopping you?"

Lu Fei sighed and waved to the team members behind her: "Disperse."

After saying goodbye to Xu Feng, everyone left.

When only the two of them remained, Lu Fei said, "That woman is a disciple of Cheng Tong, the ultimate war god from another faction of Tianyue Martial Arts University."

Also a graduate student, a mid-level warrior.

Every power has its factions, and top universities are no exception.

The lineage of the God of War Cheng Tong has always been at odds with the disciples of our faction.

In addition, Fan Min is a narrow-minded person, and he is also the leader of the escort team this time.

You need to be careful lately; she'll definitely make things difficult for you once she finds out who you are.

Upon hearing this, Xu Feng smiled faintly, but a sharp glint flashed in his eyes: "We're all from the same school. Even if there are some disputes, it doesn't have to involve family members, does it?"

Lu Fei gently shook her head, her expression grave: "Xu Feng, you don't understand. This is not just a simple dispute."

My teacher once had a genius student who was also my best roommate.

However, he was indirectly betrayed by one of the other party's disciples during a beast tide.

That person deliberately failed to warn of the approaching beast tide, causing my friend to be overwhelmed by the mutated beast horde without any warning.

She was eventually rescued by other classmates who rushed into the pack of beasts, but even so, she lost an arm.

In the end, the teacher spent a lot of money to buy special medicine to restore her health.

However, this is how the feud between the two sides began.

Upon hearing this, Xu Feng's pupils contracted slightly.

He knew that in the world of martial arts, such grudges were often deeper and more difficult to resolve than the hatred of ordinary people.

Lu Fei said coldly, "Think about it, with my temper, how could I possibly let this matter go like this?"
Then, during the summer battle the following year, I found an opportunity to cripple that guy.

If the referee hadn't intervened, I would have killed him!

As a result, this incident even angered the two ultimate warriors.

Lu Fei's voice was low, and her eyes flickered with complex emotions.

Upon hearing this, Xu Feng felt a chill run down his spine.

So there was such a grudge involved.

"So you have to be careful this time. Once Fan Min finds out your identity, she will definitely find an opportunity to make things difficult for you."

Lu Fei looked up at Xu Feng, a hint of worry in her eyes.

Xu Feng smiled slightly: "Don't worry, I won't let them find a loophole. At worst, I'll just have less contact with them."

Soon, the entire team began preparing to set up camp.

The entire reconstruction team's headquarters were located in this former airport.

Many martial arts teams began to go out and clear out the mutated creatures left in the surrounding area, establishing a safety barrier.

Meanwhile, the logistics team began setting up tents and cooking meals on the spot.

Just as Xu Feng was standing next to Huang Sen, watching him cook with a bored expression.

A large group of ragged people were led through the crowd from one end of the airport by a team of martial artists.

Huang Sen glanced at him and immediately exclaimed in surprise, "Hey? Old Xu! Look at that person, isn't that Liu Yu?!"

Xu Feng followed his gaze.

Then I spotted a familiar figure in the group.

The other party was now in a sorry state, looking like a wild man amidst a pile of rubble, with a numb expression.

Xu Feng immediately stepped forward and stopped one of the escorting martial artists, asking, "What's the situation with these people?"

The martial artist glanced at the badge hanging on Xu Feng's chest and said with a smile, "Hey, these are all martial arts personnel left behind in the wilderness near Base 21."

When the city fell, these servants didn't have time to evacuate, so they scattered and hid in the wilderness, digging tunnels to survive.

It wasn't until two days ago, when the advance team spotted them, that they were able to gather everyone together.

We're planning to take them for quarantine now, and then they'll join the construction team.

"Thanks." Xu Feng nodded.

He quickly caught up with the group and patted Liu Yu on the shoulder: "Liu Yu!"

"Huh!" Liu Yu was startled and drew a sword from his waist with a "whoosh," turning to look at Xu Feng.

At the same time, many people in the group saw Xu Feng and looked surprised.

The next instant, the battle knife in Liu Yu's hand clattered to the ground.

She stared in astonishment at Xu Feng's familiar yet somewhat unfamiliar face, her eyes immediately welling up with tears: "Xu, Xu Feng? You're Lao Xu?"

Seeing his old friend's current state, Xu Feng felt a mix of emotions and said, "Of course it's me, who else could it be? Not only me, but Lao Huang is here too!"

Xu Feng pointed to the location of the logistics department.

Huang Sen quickly waved from a distance, grabbed a piece of cooked meat, and ran towards them.

"Liu Yu! Long time no see! What happened to you? Come on, eat something."

Huang Sen said with a sigh.

Liu Yu immediately burst into tears.

Tears streamed down her face. Ignoring everything else, she snatched the meat from Huang Sen's hand and stuffed it into her mouth.

Crying while eating.

It feels like it's been ages since I've had such delicious meat.

I don't know if I'm crying because I saw an old friend, or because I'm eating such delicious meat.

"What are you doing? Who gave you permission to approach these servants so rashly?"

at this time.

A martial artist shouted coldly and strode towards the two.

Huang Sen frowned, about to start a confrontation, but Xu Feng quickly stepped forward and greeted him, "Hello, we met some friends, so we came over to say hello."

I noticed the chief engineer badge hanging around Xu Feng's neck.

The martial artist's expression softened, and a smile appeared on his previously icy face as he explained:

"Hello XCMG, I'm really sorry, but according to regulations, teams that have not undergone quarantine are not allowed to approach."

Please come back to catch up after you've completed your quarantine. Sorry, XCMG.

“Okay, I understand,” Xu Feng nodded, then turned to Liu Yu, “We’re right here. Come find us as soon as you’ve completed your quarantine!”

"Okay, sure!" Liu Yu nodded excitedly to the two of them.

After half an hour.

A group of ragged people followed Liu Yu to the tent where Xu Feng was staying.

Mr. Xu

Upon hearing Liu Yu's words, Xu Feng popped out of the tent, then paused slightly, looking at the people behind Liu Yu.

"It really is Lao Xu!"

"He used to be called Lao Xu, now he's called Engineer Xu!"

"Oh right, XCMG!"

"It really is XCMG! XCMG is us! Old neighbor, I used to live next door to Huang Sen!"

"I live on the east side!"

"I am Zhao Qian, your Uncle Zhao, oh no no, I'm Old Zhao!"

Xu Feng glanced at the group of people and realized that they were all his old neighbors.

Seeing that everyone looked like beggars, ragged and malnourished, Xu Feng quickly asked Lao Huang to get a lot of food.

With his current position as chief engineer, he is fully entitled to this authority.

Seeing old friends here, even in such a disheveled state, made Xu Feng feel very happy.

but.

He could sense that people's attitudes toward him had changed drastically.

Even Liu Yu now calls him "Mr. Xu" instead of calling him by his name or "Old Xu" as before.

There was a sense of awe in my heart.

Clearly, they had learned of Xu Feng's current identity and strength from others.
(End of this chapter)