Apocalypse: My Sweetie Is Tough but Cute

Chapter 87: Chapter 087: How Could She Be in the Disaster Area

With the road to Peng Village Mountain cleared, the rescue needed to be conducted, the medical treatment given, and the situation of the disaster in the village was promptly reported to the higher-ups.

Accompanying them were official media who, despite the difficulties, followed to this location for the purpose of delivering a clear and accurate picture of the disaster situation in remote areas to the outside world.

After receiving permission from Group Captain Zhao, Su Shu arranged for Xiao’ai’s care before pretending to take “tools” necessary for entering the mountain from her car, when in fact she was transferring items from her space into her backpack.

Carrying a bulked-out backpack over, Group Captain Zhao worried she was too delicate to bear the load and wanted another warrior to help, but she declined.

“I can manage,” she said.

“With so many items, climbing the mountain will be strenuous.”

“It’s not strenuous; I can carry it. You all have it harder,” she responded.

In the end, she carried the backpack herself, and as for its contents, Zhao Kang did not inquire.

He figured it was just food and drink.

Perhaps the young lady was worried about her fiancé, who was serving in the military, being hungry in the mountains. Although Zhao Kang, as a fellow serviceman, thought the likelihood was slim, he could understand Su Shu’s concern.

Besides, the girl didn’t want to trouble their warriors with her affairs and prepared everything herself; Zhao Kang had to admit, his impression of her was favorable.

After packing food, drinks, emergency medical supplies, and everything needed for a rescue, including stretchers and ropes, a team led by Group Captain Zhao prepared to make their way into the mountains, accompanied by a villager familiar with the mountain paths and Su Shu, who had volunteered to help with the search and rescue.

Before departing, they were inevitably intercepted by news reporters insisting on covering the story, conducting brief and rapid interviews.

“Group Captain Zhao, are we now organizing manpower to conduct a search and rescue mission in the mountains? How many disaster-affected people are there? How long have they been missing, and in your opinion, how likely is a successful rescue? Would they face more danger in the mountains than in the village, and how difficult is the search and rescue operation?”

Group Captain Zhao provided a concise and summary response, “We can only know the full situation once we go in, but we will do our utmost to save every disaster-affected individual.”

The reporter wanted to ask more questions but was turned away by Group Captain Zhao. With an urgent situation at hand and people still trapped in the mountains, he had no time to waste speaking; his message was clear – no time for interviews, they should go report on other matters.

Zhao Kang turned to organize the troops, “Assemble!”

Once the team was ready, the temporary forest search and rescue team set off towards the mountains, unaware of the dangers that lay ahead but holding firm in their belief to bring every disaster-affected individual back to safety.

To capture the moment, the cameraman recorded everything from their assembly to departure, and their departing figures, all retained in the camera’s frame.

On the way, Group Captain Zhao told Su Shu, “Watch your step, and if you can’t carry any longer, hand it over to the warrior beside you.”

Su Shu replied, “Group Captain Zhao, I am sure I can carry it.”

Zhao Kang nodded and then called out to those behind, “Pick up the pace!”

…

In C City, at Shen Family’s villa.

For the past couple of days, Shen Han’s parents had been in front of the living room TV, watching the disaster relief situation in the neighboring province. Scene after scene of tragic images on television depicted the cruelty of nature and the insignificance of humanity.

From around the corner of the staircase, the thudding of footsteps could be heard.

Turning around, Shen Han’s mother spoke up, “We’re about to have dinner; are you heading out again?”

Shen Han came down the stairs, holding a document, planning to head to the company, “I have a business dinner tonight.”

Watching TV, Shen Han’s father said, “I heard you decided to donate ten million?”

“Yes.”

“Right, donate first. That’s good. Look at the disaster area; it’s just next door. It’s heartbreaking to see.”

Rushing to leave, Shen Han saw his father had no objections to his decision. He glanced at the screen, and with just that look, a familiar figure suddenly appeared within the frame.

What was she doing there?!