42: Chapter 42 Selection of Extraordinary Individuals

"We are currently in Mr. Zhou's Convoy, and the biggest taboo is engaging in nepotism. I cannot ruin my own future because of you, and I certainly cannot drag down the entire team."

The anticipation on Shen Yun's face faded bit by bit, his eyes gradually dimming, his heart filled with disappointment, as if he had been doused with a basin of cold water.

How could he not understand this logic?

His brother had just become a Transcendent and had just established his authority in the team; this was precisely the time when he needed to stabilize morale.

If he gave the precious Transcendent quota to his brother—who had made no contributions—the men under him would surely feel disheartened.

This disappointment came quickly and went just as fast.

Shen Yun took a deep breath, forcibly suppressing the grievance in his heart, squeezed out a smile, and feigned indifference as he spoke to comfort his brother.

"Brother, I understand, I understand it all. Actually, being a Transcendent is no big deal, I'm not in a rush."

"The most important thing for you right now is to stabilize the team and establish a firm foothold in front of Mr. Zhou. As long as your status is high and your strength is great, won't Transcendent quotas be easy to come by in the future? It's only a matter of time; I'm not in a hurry."

Although he said this, his clenched fists betrayed the unwillingness in his heart.

Shen Fei looked at his brother's attempt to appear understanding, his heart filled with guilt. He patted his shoulder firmly once more, his tone incomparably resolute as he made a promise.

"Good brother, I haven't doted on you in vain. Rest assured, I cannot give you this quota. But I promise you, I will definitely reserve the next Transcendent quota for you; no one will be able to take it away!"

Shen Yun looked up at his brother, his eyes firm, without a shred of doubt. Since the apocalypse began, he had always relied on his brother's protection, and everything his brother said had always held true.

"Brother, I believe you! We are brothers; how could I not believe you!"

In order to put his brother completely at ease and remove any lingering concerns, Shen Yun took the initiative to change the subject and asked: "Brother, then who do you plan to give this quota to?"

Seeing his brother being so understanding, Shen Fei breathed a huge sigh of relief, his tone becoming much lighter as he spoke slowly. "I plan to give the quota to Zhou Botao."

Shen Yun was stunned at first, then suddenly realized, instantly understanding his brother's intention. He nodded repeatedly, fully agreeing.

"Zhou Botao? Brother, you chose him perfectly!"

"That kid is bold and quick-witted. Today at the service area, while everyone else was scared and running away, only he dared to take the opportunity to move supplies. He has courage in his actions, and he is righteous; he's not the kind of ungrateful villain."

"If you give the quota to him, he will definitely follow you wholeheartedly and will undoubtedly be your capable assistant. In the future, if you encounter anomalies again, he can also lend you a hand, so you won't have to risk yourself like you did today."

Shen Fei nodded with gratification: "Exactly, that is what I was thinking. Zhou Botao is a talent with potential and is worth cultivating."

Shen Yun thought of something else and quickly asked: "Brother, aren't there two Transcendent quotas? What about the other one?"

"The other one is in Wang Laowu's hands. He also has a group of brothers under him, so the quota will definitely be reserved for the people he trusts; it won't fall to our side," Shen Fei said truthfully.

Shen Yun nodded, completely relieved, without the slightest bit of unwillingness: "Brother, I understand. I'll go back to the carriage first, I won't delay your business."

After speaking, Shen Yun turned and returned to the ordinary carriage. As soon as he boarded, Zhou Botao and Liu Yan immediately crowded around him, their faces full of eagerness, questioning him incessantly.

"Brother Yun, Brother Yun, what did your brother want with you? Was it good news? Hurry and give us a hint!"

"Is he going to awaken a Transcendent Sequence for you? Brother Yun, are you about to become a Transcendent?"

Shen Yun looked at their eager expressions, a mysterious smile curling at the corner of his mouth. He deliberately cleared his throat and sat down slowly, keeping them in suspense.

"Do you want to know what my brother said to me?"

The two nodded quickly, their heads bobbing like garlic-pounding, their eyes full of anticipation: "Yes! Of course we do! Brother Yun, tell us!"

Shen Yun didn't keep them in suspense for too long and said calmly: "My brother told me that of the two Transcendent selection quotas, he is in charge of one, and Wang Laowu is in charge of the other."

Zhou Botao and Liu Yan were so anxious they were scratching their ears and cheeks, quickly asking: "And then? And then? Who did the quota go to? Did he give it to you, Brother Yun?"

Shen Yun smiled and shook his head, spitting out two words: "No."

The two were instantly stunned, their faces full of surprise, looking incredulous. Not Shen Yun? How is that possible! Shen Yun is Shen Fei's brother; if he doesn't give the Transcendent quota to his own brother, who else could he give it to? Who else in The Convoy is more qualified than Shen Yun?

Shen Yun looked at their bewildered expressions and stopped teasing them. His gaze went straight to Zhou Botao, a mischievous smile on his face as he watched him quietly.

Zhou Botao felt a chill from being stared at. He was confused at first, his brain racing, and then he suddenly realized. His pupils dilated instantly, his face filled with shock, and immediately after, a surge of extreme ecstasy swept through his entire body!

He tremblingly raised his hand, pointing at his own nose, his voice shaking as he stuttered: "Brother Yun, d-don't scare me... the quota from Brother, from Boss Shen Fei, is, is it for me?"

Shen Yun looked at his excited state, snapped his fingers, and said in a light tone: "Bingo! You got it right!"

"My brother thought it over and decided to give this Transcendent quota to you, Zhou Botao!"

Boom! Zhou Botao felt a thunderclap explode in his brain; he was completely stunned, his whole body shaking uncontrollably, so excited he almost screamed on the spot!

Him! Zhou Botao! An ordinary survivor with no background! He actually really got the Transcendent quota! He could really become a Transcendent!

That was a stroke of fortune he didn't even dare to dream of, and it had actually landed on his head!

In his excitement, Zhou Botao lost all sense of self. He stood up abruptly and almost jumped out of the back window of the bumpy carriage; the carriage jolted violently, and he barely steadied himself.

He clenched his fists, the pain confirming that this was not a dream, and tears of excitement welled up in his eyes.

From today on, he was no longer an ordinary person to be bullied! He could also become a Transcendent, could also possess power, and could also live on with his back straight in this apocalypse!

After the initial ecstasy, Zhou Botao calmed down. He threw his arms around the shoulders of Shen Yun and Liu Yan, his tone incomparably sincere.

"Good brothers, for life! No matter if I become a Transcendent or not in the future, the three of us have a bond forged in life and death. If I become strong in the future, I will definitely look out for you two; if I have a bite to eat, you will definitely not go hungry!"

Shen Yun and Liu Yan were also genuinely happy for him, nodding repeatedly, their faces full of congratulations.

The laughter in the carriage, mixed with the jolting of The Convoy, headed all the way towards the mountain city.

A scarlet blood moon hung in the ink-black night sky, staining the desolate road a dark red.

The wind scraped past the withered trees by the roadside, emitting a strange wailing sound that made one's scalp tingle.

The Dawn Convoy bumped along as it migrated, driving from day into night, and everyone was exhausted.