Sang Luoluo nodded. "Yes, the hospital's benefits are good, but our family isn't short of money. My main concern is that if my brother is sent out on a field mission, we won't feel at ease without us by his side."
"After all, besides this ability, he has no other means of self-defense."
Upon hearing this, Sang Jia said, "Actually, it would be better to let him decide for himself to work at the hospital and not to go on missions. When it comes to negotiating conditions at the beginning, he can't just agree to whatever they say."
Sang Jia said, "I'm familiar with Dr. Li. I can talk to the hospital on your behalf, and I will do my best to secure the best possible outcome for my uncle."
Sang Yunpu did not refuse. "Then I'll leave it to you."
Sang Jia waved his hand. "You're welcome."
Sang Luoluo thought that this wasn't a bad idea.
No one else had any objections. Sang Jia immediately called Dr. Li to discuss the matter of Sang Yunpu going to the hospital. After some discussion, it was agreed that Sang Yunpu's work would be limited to working at the hospital, and he would not go out. His salary would be calculated based on the number of times he treated patients.
Sang Yunpu can go to work at the hospital tomorrow.
Soon it was lunchtime, and dishes were served one after another. All the vegetables were freshly purchased from the Farm App, along with some meat, fish, shrimp, and soup—a very sumptuous meal.
Sang Luoluo exclaimed, "Wow! How lavish!"
"I brought some fruit, just in time for after the meal."
Sang Luoluo was also hungry. After Sang Tong came down, everyone sat around the dining table. The table was full of food, and the rich aroma made it irresistible.
This wasn't the first time anyone had visited the base chief's house, and especially since this time, thanks to a stroke of good fortune, Sang Jia and Sang Yunpu had both awakened their abilities—a truly wonderful thing—they ate to their hearts' content.
After the meal, everyone was quite full.
Sang Tong called Sang Luoluo to his study, wanting to discuss some work-related matters.
Sang Luoluo guessed that it was still a matter of her ability.
As expected, there were other people in the study.
Li Yao arrived at some unknown time; he looked like he had just arrived and was holding new documents, waiting to report.
Seeing Li Yao's anxiety, Sang Tong said, "Speak, what's the emergency?"
Knowing that Sang Luoluo was not an outsider, Li Yao said directly, "Wild monitoring has revealed a large-scale reproduction of mutated animals. With the weather warming, their numbers are increasing exponentially. This is the data; if not dealt with promptly, it will soon endanger the base and the planting areas outside it."
"Last year's natural disaster caused heavy losses to the base, and it needs time to recover. Food is scarce, and the planting area cannot provide it in the short term. The new harvesting season will open in two weeks, and the base needs to clear out the mutated animals outside the base during this period."
"Unlike last year, although the number of Guard remains the same and the number of Evolver has increased, the mutated animals in the wild are also evolving. According to news coming back from outside these past few days, the mutated animals outside have evolved to be even more powerful than last year, and their types and numbers have also changed. This doesn't even include the aggressive mutated plants among them."
Sang Luoluo listened from the side; the situation at Base No. 32 did indeed sound very bad.
Sang Tong thought for a moment after hearing this, then said, "The base's higher-ups will hold a meeting as soon as possible to discuss this matter and seek the best solution. Just wait for news."
Li Yao said, "There's one more thing. The meteorological bureau has been monitoring the weather recently and it's been very changeable with frequent rainfall. After the rain, there will be significant changes in the countryside."
After listening Sang Tong sighed and said, "I understand. Go and prepare. Discuss a few proposals; I need to discuss them with the base's higher-ups."
"Yes."
After saying that, he glanced at Sang Luoluo and left.
Sang Tong stopped hiding his intentions and said, "You've heard it too. The situation at the base is very bad right now. I know you don't lack Crystal Core, but the base needs your abilities. If the situation in the wild isn't controlled, the entire base will be finished. Our Base No. 32 isn't as advantageous as Base 03. Our stable life on the ground is the result of everyone's hard work."
Sang Luoluo asked, "What do you need me to do?"
Sang Tong, "I know that the two people next to you, Qi Feng and Qi Xue, were once the captains of the S-Class Guard at Base 71. They are quite strong. The few of you together are completely equivalent to a special S-Class Guard."
"You heard what happened earlier. The Guard is short-handed. There are many threatening mutated animals and plants in the wild that need to be cleared, but the base's existing Guard alone cannot handle it. First, there are too few people; second, everyone's enthusiasm is low, their wages are fixed, and their contribution is limited."
"I plan to change the system this year. Anyone who goes out to clear out mutated animals or plants in the wild, regardless of age, gender, or team size, will be rewarded with food based on their contribution."
Sang Luoluo thought for a moment and said, "This is a good idea. Fortune favors the bold, and those who want to hoard food will only do more."
Sang Tong, "It's not just that. The number of Evolver in the base is still too small. Many haven't had the chance to awaken yet, and even if they do, it's difficult for them to survive a high fever. If they can survive in the wild, their strength will greatly increase, and they might even undergo a new evolution. This is something the base urgently needs."
"If only animals and plants are mutating and evolving, while humans can't keep up, then they will only be eliminated by this world, and the base won't be destroyed for long."
As he spoke, Sang Tong looked at Sang Luoluo with hope in his eyes. "You and your siblings, along with Sang Jia and Sang Mei, are all outstanding members of the next generation of our Sang family. You are our hope. I hope you can survive in this terrible environment. With this reform, the other three major families will definitely send more people. Our Sang family is dwindling in size and doesn't have enough manpower. I only hope that you can lead your team to maintain our position among the top ranks, so that people don't think the Sang family is short-handed."
"This... I need to think about it."
Sang Luoluo hesitated for a moment and said that she had plenty of food and drink in her current space, so there was no need to go out and work so hard and take such risks. Living like that would be too tiring.
Seeing Sang Luoluo's resistance, Sang Tong continued to encourage her, "By the way, in this reform, Crystal Core will belong to individuals, and the base will exchange Crystal Core for food and resources."
Sang Luoluo asked in confusion, "We don't need to hand over a single one?"
Sang Tong: "Yes. The base needs to change now; only through competition can miracles happen."
Sang Luoluo thought for a moment and said, "Hmm... I'll go back and discuss it with them, and give you an answer later."
"Can."
Ultimately, it depends on Sang Luoluo's own opinion.
"I recently moved here, so please let me know if you need anything. If you need to buy anything new, feel free to let me know."
Sang Luoluo shook her head. "There's no need for it at the moment."
After spending some time with Sang Mei and her brother, Sang Luoluo and the others left.
Back home, Sang Luoluo called everyone over and directly addressed the matter, asking for their opinions.
Chapter 222 Composed Response Team The results are already out...
Qi Xue was no longer afraid. "I can do it. The base chief is right. The wild is constantly changing. If we Evolver can't keep up with the changes outside and can't adapt to the ever-changing environment, then the ordinary people in the base are even less likely to be able to cope."
"We still get the profits ourselves, so we're not at a loss. We'll need Crystal Core for future upgrades, and the food we get from the Farm App won't last long. Since we have the means now, why don't we stockpile some food? We can store it Luoluo Luo Luo anyway."
Lei Qi said, "I'm just an employee. I'll do whatever Boss Sang says. I have no objections."
Sang Luoluo looked at Qi Feng: "And you? What are you thinking?"
Qi Feng said, "I'll listen to you, you're the boss. Just like we agreed at the beginning, guarantee us 30 potatoes every month, and it would be even better if you could give us some Crystal Core to improve our abilities."
Seeing this, Sang Luoluo said, "Since no one has too many objections, then it's decided. I'll reply to the base commander that we agree to participate."
"However, there's one thing: when we go out to participate, we don't need to exert ourselves too much or push ourselves too hard. If we're tired, we can rest; if we're hungry, we can find a place to eat. We're just participating, not risking our lives, okay?"
"No problem."
Sang Yunpu said, "I'll start working at the hospital tomorrow, and I can earn some supplies that way. It's just that I won't be able to go into the wilderness with you guys."
Sang Luoluo said, "It's alright, brother. Your abilities are too special; you don't need to go out."
Sang Yunpu: "I was just worried about you getting hurt."
Sang Luoluo said, "I'll come to you immediately if I get hurt. Don't worry, brother."
Sang Yunpu: "Then prepare some dry rations in advance. You know the conditions in the wild; too much fragrance will cause big trouble."
In the evening, everyone prepared food together. To make it easy to carry and eat, the portions were mostly large bites, which could replenish energy quickly.
Everyone worked until 9 PM and then went to rest. Sang Yunpu has to go to the hospital early tomorrow morning, so he can't stay up late.
The next morning, Sang Yunpu got ready early, put on a new outfit, and drove off in the modified G-Wagon that Sang Luoluo usually used.
Sang Luoluo woke up when she heard the noise. She sensed it with her Mental Power and thought to herself, "It's normal for my brother to be nervous on his first day of work. It's normal, normal, normal." She turned over and went back to sleep.
Sang Luoluo around 10 o'clock. There was a meal left for her in the kitchen. Everyone else went about their business. There was already some food prepared in the kitchen, waiting for her to come down and put it away.