I Am Cultivating in the Apocalypse-Chapter 1075 - 1174: Splitting Up and Taking Some Benefits

The faces of the people in the first squad were terrifyingly dark.

What does it mean when human calculations can’t compare to the whims of nature? Even though the first squad was thoroughly prepared, equipped with lavish gear, the absurd thing was that this place couldn’t use fuel—

They envisioned countless challenges, but never anticipated encountering this kind of situation!

"Should we research further? Our armed vehicle is a must-have, maybe there’s another way? It would be great if we could have electric power."

"Yeah, our armed vehicle is equipped with various expensive devices. Without these devices, how can we analyze Dark Energy?"

"Without the armed vehicle, how will we manage our food, drinks, and various weapons? Are we supposed to give them all up?"

The first squad began a fierce discussion.

Chu Zhuohua knocked on the table: "So, this is the purpose of calling you here this time. You have one hour to decide how you want to proceed. Whether it’s to remain here and solve the fuel problem, or to move forward and delve deeper.

In an hour, our team will move forward. If we discuss collaboration by then, it will be too late.

However, in the spirit of not abandoning those in need, it’d be a shame if we had to turn back to rescue you after we’ve been gone for a while."

The first squad members gritted their teeth, the situation was now very clear.

Either stay here to continue researching under what conditions fuel can be used, possibly taking ten days or so, and maybe the second squad will have already cracked the issue by then.

Or, leave behind the equipment and weapons and follow the second squad, but the subsequent actions might be dictated by the second squad, and unraveling the secret here might not concern them anymore.

At this moment, the weak Dr. Huang, who was carried in, got up, coughed twice, and said: "We’ll split up into two groups. I’ll stay here to research how to make the armed vehicle function properly under these conditions, while Xiao Xiao will lead a part of the team following the second squad.

As for the cost—we’ll let you use our latest equipment and weapons. Or if there’s something you fancy from us, feel free to take it. How does that sound?"

Huang Xiaoxiao gritted her teeth: "Wouldn’t that be benefiting them?"

Yang Yang and Chu Zhuohua exchanged a glance, seemingly contemplating something. At this moment, Zhen Nantian said: "When it comes to weapons, we don’t need any, but for other resources, you can take what you see fit."

Chu Zhuohua nodded, then looked at Jing Shu: "You decide what we should take. After all, these need to be transported by insects or the Hulk."

The second squad members nodded, everyone relied on insects for transportation, without insects, they might as well be the first squad.

Jing Shu nodded in agreement; passing up the chance to reap benefits would be a waste, she gestured for Xiao Wang to present a consumption list: "Alright, but your provisions also require Contribution Value; if you don’t wish to spend it, you are free to explore on your own, not joining us."

Huang Xiaoxiao took the handwritten list and read it aloud: "Meals cost 20 Contribution Value per time, water costs 10 Contribution Value per day, sleeping costs 100 Contribution Value per time, additional living items are calculated separately, additional rescue costs are calculated separately—"

Essentially, everything requires payment, well, Contribution Value.

On this mission, they earn a baseline of only 200 Contribution Value per day. Does this mean they’d spend it all?

Huang Xiaoxiao angrily said: "Aren’t you going overboard? We’ve already said you can take whatever you fancy from us, why do we still need Contribution Value to come along?"

Jing Shu shrugged: "You’re entirely free to bring your own items and resources, not relying on ours. Nowadays, food and water are precious. Prepared food is even more valuable; unless you bring your own fuel?"

Isn’t this nonsense? They wanted to team up with the second squad precisely because they used primitive methods. Who would think of not bringing gasoline, instead carrying coal and natural gas; under this ghostly weather, even a robot would freeze?

Without any warm items, survival truly isn’t possible.

Huang Xiaoxiao’s uncle coughed again: "Contribution Value is a small matter, let’s prioritize the bigger picture." 𝚏𝕣𝐞𝗲𝐰𝕖𝐛𝐧𝕠𝕧𝚎𝚕.𝐜𝚘𝗺

So, the arrangement was settled: the first squad divided into two groups, one staying to find ways to use fuel, because they were armed with heavy vehicles and abundant supplies, without fuel it was impossible to move.

The other group followed Huang Xiaoxiao with some equipment and resources, continuing forward with the second squad.

Since they were taking things, naturally they’d choose the expensive ones to take.

Jing Shu chose a piece of armored vehicle equipment and a supply vehicle.

Huang Xiaoxiao rolled her eyes: "The armed vehicles can’t be driven either; why choose them?"

Jing Shu snapped her fingers, and some Abdominal Foot Worms and Hulk collaborated to easily lift and transport the two vehicles; if you didn’t look closely, you’d think the armored vehicles were moving on their own.

Huang Xiaoxiao gaped in surprise: "Is that possible?"

After Jing Shu finished selecting items, the main forces had completed packing up and continued onward, while Zhen Nantian dispersed the team to scout the surroundings.

Intermittent reports came through the intercom from various teams, providing reassurance and a sense of comfort.

Huang Xiaoxiao and her group of eight, with two researchers, three Power Users, and three logistics staff squeezed into a tent on two insect backs, couldn’t help but breathe a sigh of relief.

There was a slight bumpiness, akin to horseback riding, but it was warm inside. There were thick blankets, an enclosed stove, and a floor heating that they set up. Pulling aside the tent curtain, they could see the misty snowy mountains outside and the walking Insect Army.