226 Chapter 148
Inside the scorched pit, several human soldiers worked together to move out black sticky objects in an attempt to find materials that were still in good condition.
Not far away from them, a large number of soldiers under the command of the squad leader used iron poles that could still be used to rebuild temporary tents for the wounded to rest.
At the same time, in the central area, in the only tent that was still in good condition, an emergency meeting was held.
“So, we don’t have any supplies now, nor do we have a tent to rest in. Even our communication equipment has been completely destroyed?”
After checking the infantry war chariots, Lieutenant Colonel Liu rushed back to the interior of the tent and asked everyone helplessly.
Zheng Xinglong nodded slowly and replied affirmatively, “That’s right. The most important thing now is to take care of the rest of the wounded and the medical supplies. Otherwise, after tonight, we will have more unnecessary casualties.”
Regarding this question.., lieutenant Lin replied, “There’s no need to worry about the tent. I’ve already ordered six teams to carry out the task of rebuilding. As for the medical supplies, we can only use the remaining medical boxes of the main force.”
Zheng Xinglong agreed, “That’s all we can do. Prioritize the treatment of the heavily injured soldiers. As for the rest of the wounded, we’ll leave them for now.”
“How do you think we should solve the water and food problems in the future?”? “The soldiers have been busy for almost a day. They’re quite hungry. If we can’t get food to replenish them, I’m afraid their combat strength and morale will drop rapidly.”
After the discussion, Lieutenant Colonel Liu threw out a brand new question.
Zheng Xinglong sighed. This was one of the major problems that their camp had to face, food and water resources.
If they didn’t eat for seven days and didn’t drink water for three days, the human body’s functions would fall into a state of near death.
Not to mention, before that, the strength in their bodies would start to lose a large amount, and they would lose most of their mobility.
“Judging from the food resources nearby, they can’t provide nearly 700 people with food. We don’t have that many people, so we can’t walk into the forest to find food.”
“Water resources are relatively simple. There’s a river nearby that can solve the daily drinking problem.”
“In my opinion, we should try to repair the communication equipment while ensuring that we can get two resources, so as to contact the outside world. This place is deep in the mountains, and most of the vehicles have been blown up. With the existing resources, even if we wanted to retreat, it would be difficult to get out of it.”
The large-scale explosion caused by the wolf pack not only destroyed all the resources, but also implicated a large number of transport trucks parked at the side. They ignited the diesel inside and burned them into scrap metal amidst the intense rumbling.
Fortunately, the two infantry tanks brought by the reinforcement corps were still in good condition. With their sturdy outer shells, they were not destroyed by the explosion.
However, this was still unable to transport everyone. Therefore, everyone was trapped on the spot.
Everyone agreed with Zheng Xinglong’s suggestion. Lieutenant Colonel Liu also expressed his thoughts.
“Captain Zheng is right. With just the food resources in this protected area, our huge army will starve to death here sooner or later. If we want to retreat, we won’t be able to do anything. Repairing the communication equipment will be our second target.”
“It’s just right. Perhaps we can make use of the small-scale wireless communication equipment of our infantry war chariots. Together with the undamaged communication components, we won’t be able to successfully contact the outside world.”
As soon as these words were said, Zheng Xinglong’s eyes lit up. He hurriedly asked lieutenant colonel liu, “I wonder if there are any communication soldiers or soldiers who are good at repairing equipment in the support corps?”
Lieutenant Colonel Liu lowered his head and pondered for a moment, then replied, “I remember that the 15th company seemed to have a communication class before.”
Zheng Xinglong nodded excitedly and said with certainty, “Very good. Then, let this communication class complete the task of repairing equipment. At the same time, let specialist Chen follow them. He should know something about this.”
“In addition, in terms of food search, leave 117 people to guard the camp and take care of the wounded. The remaining 459 able-bodied soldiers will form a small group of seven people to conduct a large-scale search. They will try their best to find anything edible.”
“This operation will be handled by Lieutenant Lin. Priest Zhang will be on the side to assist. All transcendents must follow the operation.”
After Zheng Xinglong gave his order, he looked at the few people present and said.
“Everyone, if you have any objections, you can raise them. If not, then let’s take action.”
Lieutenant Colonel Liu was the first to stand up and said with a smile, “Of course not. Lieutenant Zheng, leave the matter of communication to me. It will definitely be successfully completed.”
After saying that, he led major Wang, who was beside him, to leave the tent first and walk out.
Zhang Daoling also got up at the right time. She cupped her hands at the crowd and left quickly, preparing to head to the forest to obtain food.
After the three of them left, First Lieutenant Lin also got up. He bowed to Zheng Xinglong and Yu Zhenglin and said seriously.
“Old Zheng, I will definitely complete the task you gave me this time. I’ll take my leave first.”
Zheng Xinglong comforted him, “Elder Lin, don’t put too much pressure on yourself. The resources in the forest are still unknown. When you lead the team, remember to collect more water resources.”