After getting the Rain Tree Resin from Zhong Yongnian and the others, Zhou Bai didn't head to the Cloud Mist Forest but prepared to return directly to the territory. However, at this moment, a notification from the system popped up.
[Lord of Hope Village, there are refugees entering the territory of Hope Village, please prepare for reception as soon as possible.]
Hearing this news suddenly, Zhou Bai couldn't help but be stunned for a moment.
Ever since rescuing that group of survivors on the second day, followed by the demon beast city attack, unlocking new buildings, receiving NPCs, and today's abnormal weather, things came one after another, leaving her no time to think about the situation outside the territory.
Of course, there had been no news of refugees entering either.
This is why she was so surprised at this moment.
The next moment, Zhou Bai hurriedly checked and indeed saw that within the territory, there were many small green dots, and these dots continued to increase.
This meant that a group of survivors was continuously heading towards Hope Village.
No matter where they came from, having people come was a good thing.
Even though she was not thinking about upgrading immediately, not being able to upgrade and not wanting to upgrade were different.
Then, looking at the raindrops pouring down from above, a trace of worry appeared in Zhou Bai's eyes.
She wondered about the Life Value of these survivors and whether they could withstand the rate at which Life Value decreased in the torrential rain.
Subconsciously, Zhou Bai glanced at the map at the position of the soldier team in the territory.
They were clearly divided into three squads working outside, and the nearest squad was not far from these people.
Zhou Bai decisively issued a mission.
[Mission: Rescue Refugees]
[Nature: Timed Task]
[Introduction: After four days of development, refugees have arrived at Hope Village, facing the predicament of a torrential rain]
[Reward: Harvest belongs to individuals]
[Execution Target: Soldier team, all residents (voluntary)]
After publishing, Zhou Bai quickly rushed towards the territory with so many people to send the materials back first.
Meanwhile, the soldier team and residents who received the message had varied expressions.
Inside Hope Village.
Many residents also received the message, but they couldn't rescue people now because they didn't have equipment.
"There are new survivors again, but we don't know their condition?"
"It's stormy weather now, decreasing Life Value. I just hope their Life Value is high enough for them to reach the territory smoothly, or else..."
"Only dozens can go out today, there's a shortage of manpower!"
"If I could, I'd go to rescue immediately."
"You're so kind?"
"Think about it. We residents were originally from C City or nearby. Who knows if the new survivors might be our family."
"That's true!"
"The tailor shop has sent a message that a batch of equipment is ready. If someone has a higher level, they can buy equipment to lead a team out."
"Fine, I can go. I'm Level 6!"
"I'm a low level, better not to cause trouble by going out. Otherwise, I'll be the one needing rescue."
While everyone was discussing, Ding Qiurou immediately reminded: "Even though we can't go out, we can still prepare. Everyone, boil some hot water at home! It's just a matter of spending some wood."
With her words, everyone immediately realized they could do something within their capacity.
"Alright! I'll go and boil some right away."
"Boiling hot water is something we can do."
"Might as well make some hot soup, like mushroom chicken soup."
"..."
*
Cloud Mist Forest.
"Captain Zhou, the rescue refugee mission is here. Should we go and rescue them immediately, or finish off this boss first?" a soldier couldn't help but ask.
They had encountered quite a few Level 9 demon beasts during today's outing. From the moment they took down the first one, they discovered that high-level demon beasts had a much higher chance of dropping equipment and attribute points.
This morning they defeated two Level 9 demon beasts, dropping a defensive Green Equipment and 2 agility attribute points. So they referred to Level 9 demon beasts as bosses.
Relatively speaking, fighting high-level demon beasts had greater benefits for them.
At this moment, they had surrounded a Level 9 demon beast, ready to make their move!
Finding a Level 9 demon beast wasn't easy. It had taken them a lot of time and effort!
Letting it go was such a pity!
Besides, there were other teams for rescue. It seemed they'd still have time to go after the boss.
"Forgot what we saw last time?" Zhou Zhengping countered.
This remark immediately reminded everyone of the dismal scene from the last rescue mission. The tragic image was still vivid in their memory!
"Captain Zhou, I was wrong!"
"Let's go! If we hurry, maybe we can save one more person," Zhou Zhengping said firmly.
*
Bamboo Forest.
After receiving the message, Zhong Yongnian was thoughtful, his actions slowed somewhat.
Unable to resist, he asked: "Do you think we need to go for the rescue?"
"For residents, this mission seems voluntary. We still have a lot of Wind and Rain Orchids and bamboo strips here, they're worth quite a bit!"
"Anyway, there are other teams, right? The soldier team will definitely go."
"Exactly, exactly. The soldiers even have an additional territory salary, helping is their duty. We can go or not go!"
"Rescuing someone is just 1 copper coin, but collecting a Wind and Rain Orchid is 5 copper coins!"
"Not really worth it!"
Several people talked simultaneously, clearly reluctant to let go of the current resource collection point.
They only wanted to earn more copper coins to make their life better, and didn't think much beyond that.
However, someone soon voiced the opposite opinion.
"They are all compatriots, there's no harm in helping."
"We are lucky to have a territory, which provides us shelter, food, and needed equipment, allowing us to live safely. Those outside are suffering without encountering a territory."
"Indeed! The territory also lacks people. I don't know if there are better territories outside, but as long as Hope Village can protect us, I will never leave. I hope the territory can become better and stronger, which requires more people to build it up. We can help people and the territory, so I'd still go to rescue."
"I also agree to go."
"I'm a survivor rescued by the territory soldier team before. Really, without them that day, I would have died. Now that I'm able, I also want to help rescue others."
After speaking, people of both opinions turned to look at Zhong Yongnian.
Zhong Yongnian watched them, pursing his lips, while memories of what Zhou Bai said and did flashed through his mind, and his gaze gradually became determined.
"The resource point is here and won't run away. We can come back after rescuing people." With that, Zhong Yongnian glanced around and said, "Those who disagree can continue collecting here."
"We'll follow you." Those initially against it said, seeing Zhong Yongnian so decided, speaking up quickly.
Oh, what a pity! But what can be done!
With the leader gone, others followed. They couldn't stay behind, could they?
Going with the flow.
"Then let's go!" Zhong Yongnian decisively said.
...
Similar things happened everywhere, with countless people rushing to the map-marked mission location.