Counting the days, Lang Hua has been in the city for ten days.
In more than a week, more and more survivors came to Langya City for refuge through the newly opened roads, making Zheng Hong's logistics department extremely busy. For this reason, Zheng Hong handed over the work of the registration office to a reliable subordinate, and returned to the city main hall to handle other more important matters.
Since the establishment of Langya City more than two months ago, the number of registered survivors has increased significantly, and with it, more and more people with free abilities have come.
Although Langya City provides them with a lot of benefits with the original intention of recruiting talents, many ability users are often pretentious and ungrateful, and often gather in groups to cause trouble in the city. Although they are generally only at the early stage of the first level, because their status is different from ordinary evolved people, they are extremely difficult to manage.
After a period of crazy population expansion, the number of evolvers living in Langya City has recently exceeded the seven thousand mark.
New survivors need to go through a series of processes such as resume registration, specialty screening, evolution level assessment and evolutionary ability test before they can be qualified to enter the city. The only ability evaluation office in the base is located in the inner city, a crowded place where theft often occurs, which annoys the entire security department.
Recently, Zheng Hong even heard rumors that several ability users from barracks in the inner city were selling stolen weapons and guns to civilians in the outer city at high prices. However, everyone in the ability user barracks denied this. Not only did they look down on Zheng Hong's identity as an ordinary evolved person, but they also pointedly shifted the responsibility to others. Some ordinary evolvers with special abilities were arranged by the base in the barracks on the other side of the city gate. They had had many conflicts with the ability users during this period, and this time they naturally became the party being slandered and framed.
Recently, Lin Wenjin, Yang Bensheng and others have led troops outside, and Li Liping, Zheng Hong and Duan Qing have to worry about all matters in the base. Sometimes they are really powerless. Among the team members still in the city, Chen Xinyan is currently the only one, and she is also the only one who can calm the situation.
Zheng Hong still remembered that Dean Chen Xinyan came forward to ask for a battle some time ago, and one person defeated the joint attack of several ability users within ten moves. Many people with ulterior powers do not dare to act rashly due to the power of the tungsten steel toothed knife. But as Chen Xinyan started her retreat experiment the day before yesterday, the atmosphere in the city seemed to be slowly relaxing again.
Thinking of this, Zheng Hong couldn't help but sigh.
Lang Hua and other members of the original team that formed Langya City were almost all able-bodied people. After the base was established, the management style was mostly geared toward combat training or scientific research, and there were too few talents assigned to city management.
Although Langya City has left enough living space for the new survivors in the outer city, it cannot afford the food and clothing for thousands of people. In this case, most people will choose to join the army and participate in training or go out to participate in missions and collect supplies on weekdays. In this way, not only can you eat enough for yourself, but you can also give the surplus to your family.
And for those who don't want to risk their lives, they can also find work on the construction sites of bastions and fortresses in the outer city. The demand for cement, steel bars and other building materials in Langya City, which is heavily engaged in infrastructure construction, is increasing day by day. The original reserves for the construction of the inner city have been exhausted. Lin Qian led the team out a week ago and has not returned yet.
After Lin Qian left, the servant girl was temporarily responsible for building the city wall. However, a servant's level is limited after all, and he can only strengthen the already formed city wall, so a lot of hardworking masons are needed to build the prototype in advance.
Not all survivors joined the army or sold their labor. Apart from the above two situations, there are also many people in the outer cities who like to eat and are lazy. They are like parasites hiding in every corner of the civilian area. Some people will sell the items they brought with them to make ends meet, while others make a living by extorting and robbing others.
Wherever there are people, there are rules. Gradually, the civilian areas in the outer city are forming their own set of rules. For example, the medium-sized black market located in the northwest of the civilian area. It is said that as long as there is a crystal core, you can buy most of the things you want there, ranging from brand-name watches and bags that you have never seen before the end of the world, to large-scale Guns, bullets and even explosives. Sometimes, you can also buy a night of love with beautiful women or handsome men, and it is said that the price is extremely low.
Of course, there are also some outliers among the survivors. They are obviously qualified to live in the inner city, but they are willing to live in the chaotic outer city. For example, the bald man standing in front of Zheng Hong and spitting was one of them.
This man's name is Cao Liang, who was the previous deputy mayor of Shashi before the disaster. It is said that Cao Liang still holds a lot of real power after leaving office ten years ago, so politicians from all walks of life have always valued him.
But Zheng Hong didn't like this guy at all. As the saying goes, love comes from the heart. This man with a Mediterranean head and a big belly, every time he talked to her, his eyes would drift to her chest and thighs involuntarily, which made her feel uncomfortable.
As far as she knew, Cao Liang's wife and children had already died at the mouth of the black corpse. But luckily for him, not only did he escape to Langya City unscathed, but he also had some shitty luck along the way and awakened as an ability user. Cao Liang is currently at the early stage of the second level. He is good at controlling mental power, and his combat prowess is considered outstanding among the new ability users in Langya City.
A month ago, Cao Liang arrived at Fengwei Mountain and was verified as an able person. Later, he failed to stay in the inner city barracks according to the policy. In the eyes of everyone who did not understand, Cao Liang and a few familiar capable people insisted on staying outside the city, euphemistically saying that they were "sharing the fire and water with the people." But having said that, a person with abilities of his level, even if he is in a stinky ditch, there are still people who want to flatter him, so he should live a very nourishing life.
"How's it going, Miss Zheng? I wonder if the Management Committee is interested in our proposal?"
In order to cope with the increasing population, Langya City has set up a "Base Management Committee" under the city's main palace, including the Secretariat, Ordnance Department, Security Department, Logistics Department, Information Department and other functional departments, which are responsible for coordinating and arranging all matters in the base. The "management committee" Cao Liang refers to is it.
Facing a greasy face that was getting closer and closer, Zheng Hong took a half-step back while holding back her nausea, and said businesslikely: "I'm sorry, Mr. Cao. The city lord and the captains are out, so it's hard for me to make a decision. It's better to wait for them to come back. Reconsideration."
"Oh, Miss Zheng, even so," Cao Liang said seriously, "but it's not like you don't know the situation in the outer city now. The people have too much to eat, not enough food to eat, and not enough clothes to cover their bodies. That's called a It's so miserable. Every time I see it, I can't help but shed tears."
"Yes, Miss Zheng. Mayor Hai is also kind-hearted." Someone next to him said helpfully.
Zheng Hong glanced at the man, her professional expression unchanged: "I'm sorry, Mr. Qi, we also have our own rules."
The man standing next to Cao Liang to help was called Qi Jingmin. He was in his thirties, wearing glasses and with slicked-back hair. He was a powerful member of the current Shasha City Government. It is said that it was Cao Liang who sent him up behind the scenes. This is not a secret among Shashi people.
Qi Jingmin is a first-level ability user who awakened in the "Advent Day". Although his evolutionary level is not high, he has solid skills and bravery in combat. He is much stronger than ordinary ability users. There are at least five or six people like this around Cao Liang, and they are considered a considerable force in Langya City.
These people believe in self-rescue and self-improvement, and never participate in al-Qaeda's military training, nor in the military operations of the city defense army to collect supplies. They hang out outside the city every day and have close contact with some dirty gangs. They also often organize meetings to promote their ideas among ordinary evolved people.
However, Wolf Cliff City did not prohibit the survivors from forming small groups. So far, these people have only been fighting in small groups. The security department where Xing Wutian was located could not grasp their leverage, so it was difficult to suppress them.
"Oh, Miss Zheng!" Cao Liang stepped forward and grabbed Zheng Hong's hand, touched and patted it, and narrowed his eyes and said seriously, "Rules are dead, people are alive, you young people are... It’s too rigid.”
Qi Jingmin also looked compassionate. He said: "Now is an urgent matter. Making a decision as early as possible may save one more life."
"How to save? Open the weapons warehouse like you said?" Zheng Hong frowned her beautiful eyebrows and pulled her hand back hard.
"Yes, Miss Zheng, think about it, the base management committee is unable to help everyone now, so why not let everyone collect supplies to feed themselves."
"They can go on their own if they want." Qi Jingmin brought up old things again, and Zheng Hong couldn't help but feel a little bored. She then raised her eyebrows and asked, "Besides, since you are willing to go out to fight, wouldn't it be better to simply join the army?"
"Miss Zheng, this is no longer a feudal society." Cao Liang educated her earnestly, "Everyone values freedom. There is no reason to keep everyone in a box."
"So you want us to shoot?"
"Yes, without guns, too many people would die." Qi Jingmin said sadly, "Miss Zheng, the management committee can't be so selfish and ignore the lives of thousands of people!"
What a big hat! Zheng Hong was anxious and angry for a moment, and she didn't know how to refute.
But let her let go of her arsenal, what a joke! If the equipment that everyone had worked so hard to find was given to them as a wedding dress, Zheng Hong would never forgive herself until she died!
Originally, Lang Hua had left a plan before leaving, intending for all survivors to receive military training in batches. This will not only improve the survival rate and enhance their sense of belonging, but also reserve a large amount of resources for the base. And after a round of actual combat training, a large number of people will be slowly digested by Langya City and become a real part of the base. But if the survivors have guns in their hands and become accustomed to moving freely, how many people will listen to the various instructions issued by the base in the future?
Cao Liang's move was undoubtedly a blow to the bottom of the pot, but it still left people unable to find anything wrong.
Thinking of this, Zheng Hong couldn't bear it anymore. She argued: "If we are selfish, why would we accept you into the city!"
"Miss Zheng, we are very grateful that City Lord Yang and Deputy City Lord Lang allowed us to enter the city." Cao Liang said seriously, "We understand that the two City Lords, as well as everyone on the base management committee, have made extraordinary contributions to the future of mankind. Effort and contribution.”
"But Miss Zheng, you can't deny that tens of thousands of people have gathered here. Today's Langya City is like a small society, with all kinds of people living and living here. And what the management committee insists on allows all It is neither realistic nor efficient for people to unconditionally obey the management of a few people. In order to ensure the equality, freedom and democracy of community citizens, I think it is necessary for us to elect officials through referendum and send capable people who are recognized by the majority of people. In the right position, they can make suggestions for community development or take actions that have a real impact.”
"What do you mean?" Zheng Hong became a little wary after hearing this.
"What Mayor Hai said makes sense. Miss Zheng, we are all members of the base, and we all want to use our efforts to contribute to the development and growth of Langya City. This is the public opinion, and the management committee cannot turn a blind eye. !”
Zheng Hong knew the last person who spoke. His name is Jin Youcai, and he is also one of the able people who is willing to live in the outer city. Before the disaster, Jin Youcai was once a wealthy businessman. There were rumors that he was behind the black market recently established in the outer city.
"Brother Jin is right," Cao Liang nodded in agreement. "Although Langya City is a private base, we must also understand that everything in this society belongs to all mankind. This was true before the disaster, and it is also true after the disaster. . As the saying goes, take it from the people and use it for the people. The guns in the ammunition depot were not originally produced to equip the people's army. When the mayor was still in office, he often communicated with village representatives. With the great development and construction of Shashi in the following years, you must know..."
"Mr. Cao, you are no longer the deputy mayor, isn't it right?"
A person approached outside the hall at this moment. Although her voice was gentle, it gave off a calm and authoritative feeling.
"Sister Qing." Zheng Hong said in surprise.
The person who came was none other than Duan Qing. She was wearing a white shirt and jeans, with long black hair that reached her shoulders and reached her waist. She had a beautiful face, which made her look less gentle and more capable. After experiencing many hardships along the way, Duan Qing finally grew up. She speaks neither humble nor arrogantly. Although she is rarely sharp, she is as solid and reliable as a rock on the seashore.
"Mr. Cao, if a large number of guns flow into the outer city and cause greater chaos, will you be able to shoulder this responsibility?"
"Gun management in peacetime is strict, and most people have never experienced formal military training in their lives. Compared with ordinary swords, axes and sticks, guns obviously bring much greater hidden dangers."
"Not to mention people's hit rate when shooting, even if most people hold guns, it is difficult to calmly fight back in front of a group of corpses. You should have experienced this deeply along the way."
"Formal training is the best way to form effective combat effectiveness." Duan Qing concluded, "And the idea of sending untrained ordinary people to the battlefield, I think, is not helping people but harming them."
"It is good to participate in training in the base, but the management committee should also take people's wishes into consideration." Jin Youcai quickly picked up the topic, "After all, there will be people who are not suitable for group training. The management committee will never Ignore what these people think, right?”
"Naturally, we will not force the minority to obey the majority. But Langya City is only a private base, and those who do not want to cooperate can leave at any time. Moreover, the first batch of citizens of the base fought tooth and nail to snatch back the arsenal from the Black Corpse Black Beast. , the three hundred warriors who participated in the war suffered more than fifty casualties. If these bloody trophies are to be given away for free and shared with strangers who have never built Langya City, I would like to ask 'why'?"
Duan Qing's questioning was sonorous and powerful, and Jin Youcai could only apologize and said with a smile: "How could it be possible? How could it be possible? We are just expressing our opinions and thoughts to the management committee, and it is also for the sake of Langya City."
"Oh? That's so." Duan Qing smiled lightly, "Deputy City Master Lang Hua is the founder of this base. I think if you have any opinions, you should go to him first."
Jin Youcai's heart skipped a beat when he heard these words. He thought to himself: Go talk to Lang Hua, are you kidding me? Not to mention that Lang Hua was not at Fengwei Mountain at all. Even if he were, Qi Jingmin would not dare to go even if he was such a ruthless character who kills people without blinking an eye. If Lang Hua stabbed him like a black corpse, where would he go to reason?
Noticing the other party's reaction, Duan Qing asked again: "Could it be that you are dissatisfied with the management of the base, so you want to seize power openly?"
Qi Jingmin was a little unhappy when he heard this. He argued: "Miss Duan, you are judging a gentleman's heart with a villain's heart."
Cao Liang was worthy of being an old figure in official circles. He was also unmoved after hearing Duan Qing's words. Instead, he sighed: "Director Duan, this is a strong statement. Mr. Cao does not want to be the city lord, he just thinks that he If Wolf Cliff City wants to develop long-term and healthily, citizens must become the governors of the community.”
"So you'd better do it for the base?"
"Yes," Cao Liang puffed up his chest and said, "Whether it is in peacetime or the end of the world, democracy is the most basic human right. Cao believes that the role of elected officials is only to coordinate citizens' participation in governance, not to make decisions for them. This No matter who takes the seat, as long as it complies with the public opinion, I have no objection."
"So you established that 'autonomous association' in the outer city, right? Our Langya City officials have never agreed to such a thing."
Facing Duan Qing's pressing steps, Cao Liang smiled calmly.
He said: "Hahaha. It's a coincidence that we just exchanged some ideas with everyone a few days ago, and people organized themselves spontaneously. After all, the outer city has a large population and chaotic discipline. The meaning of people choosing to form an autonomous association is also Self-protection. Director Duan doesn’t need to be so defensive. Although it’s the end of the world, we still have to trust the government.”
By saying this, it was as if he, Cao Liang, was the spokesperson of the United World Government.
"Mr. Cao," Duan Qing shook her head and said, "I think you are still..."
At this moment, someone suddenly ran into the hall in panic.
"It's not good, someone died in the outer city."
"What!"
For a moment, several people looked at each other. Duan Qing suddenly stared at Cao Liang's eyes and ordered the people around him:
"Let's go and have a look!"
