112: Chapter 112 Yan Zhengping came to express his gratitude

“Xiao Lin, re-plan Funing District in Binjiang City. I want to build a large, independent base there to serve as the headquarters for both the Chamber of Commerce and the Guild. At the same time, the connection to our side must be as concealed as possible. I don't want anyone to discover the existence of another base.”

“Understood, Commander.”

“Hmm, first complete the planning. Once the Second-generation Queen Bee is deployed, we'll begin construction directly,” Oriental Chen said.

“Understood, Commander.”

“Oh, by the way, how is the analysis of the medicine brought back progressing?” Oriental Chen asked.

This medicine was the one obtained from the Saint Emissary that could control the infected virus.

“The analysis is complete. It primarily contains antibiotics and immunity-boosting drug components, along with a small amount of crystals powder,” Xiao Lin replied.

“And the efficacy?” Oriental Chen asked.

“It can resist the spread of the virus, but the effect is not long-lasting and requires continuous medication. Furthermore, the side effects are significant, causing severe organ damage. With the trace biological energy provided by the crystals powder, it might not be life-threatening in the short term,” Xiao Lin responded.

“Understood.”

This was pretty much what he had guessed.

“How is the Space Station? Have the production tasks in the production bay been completed?”

“The Worker Bee Robots have been produced.”

“So, can the upgrade be initiated now?”

“Yes.”

“Alright, then after all the Southwest Military Region's potions have been delivered, initiate the upgrade!”

“Understood, Commander.”

…

Meanwhile, Yan Zhengping returned to the Military Region in the evening after his meeting.

900 Soldiers in the isolation zone had already been treated, with only the last 300-odd mild cases remaining.

The heavy weight on his heart finally lifted.

“Tell Rong Po to come in!” Yan Zhengping ordered as soon as he returned to his office.

The orderly acknowledged the command and departed.

“Rong Po, I have an important mission for you. Pick 200 of the most skilled Zhanfeng Assault Team members and come with me,” Yan Zhengping commanded.

“Yes!” Rong Po was overjoyed at the prospect of showing his skills and quickly went to prepare.

Afterward, Yan Zhengping called Oriental Chen.

He wanted to personally visit and express his gratitude, and if he could glean any more information, that would be even better.

…

March 26, 2055, morning.

Yan Zhengping, accompanied by 200 Zhanfeng Assault Team members, arrived in Binjiang again, divided among 5 transport helicopters.

They landed their aircraft at a relatively open safe house that Oriental Chen had provided in advance.

The Soldiers quickly disembarked, formed ranks, and took up defensive positions.

“Rong Po, you come in with me. The others will wait outside and maintain vigilance,” Yan Zhengping ordered.

“Yes!”

Upon entering the courtyard, Oriental Chen was already waiting at the entrance.

The two shook hands warmly, and the three of them walked into the base.

“Xiao Chen, you really know how to play! No wonder, this place is truly well-hidden,” Yan Zhengping said after entering the base.

“Of course, my life is the most important, so I have to be careful, right?” Oriental Chen replied with a smile.

“Xiao Chen, my main purpose in coming here this time is to thank you. If it weren't for your assistance, I believe the Southwest Military Region would most likely have been breached. And the 1,232 Soldiers infected with the virus were also treated thanks to the medicine you provided. On behalf of the entire Southwest Military Region, I express my gratitude to you!”

With that, Yan Zhengping stood up and gave Oriental Chen a standard military salute.

Rong Po also followed Yan Zhengping, saluting at the same time.

“Alright, Commander Yan, why are you being so polite? Besides, I didn't provide aid for free; I earned quite a few crystalss from you, didn't I?” Oriental Chen quickly stood up and motioned for Yan Zhengping to sit down.

“I've already instructed Fangfang to provide more equipment to the Southeast Military Region. This way, both Military Regions collecting crystalss simultaneously will be much faster,” Yan Zhengping said.

“Haha, Commander Yan has played a good hand! He appears to be completely detached on the surface, but secretly, he's making a fortune,” Oriental Chen teased.

They were familiar enough for Oriental Chen to openly tease him like this.

“It seems you already know,” Yan Zhengping also gave an embarrassed smile.

“Hmm. But it doesn't matter; the price is the price. How many crystalss can be sold is Commander Yan's ability. Currently, the production capacity of equipment has increased significantly. Commander Yan can be bolder and release more resources,” Oriental Chen said.

“Hmm, I came here precisely to discuss this with you. Later, I will visit the Northeast Military Region and the Northwest Military Region to showcase the Combat Suit. Do you have any concerns about this?” Yan Zhengping replied.

“As long as you don't tell anyone where it's made, I don't care about anything else,” Oriental Chen said.

“Good.” Yan Zhengping nodded.

“What do you think of the Red Coat Sect?” Yan Zhengping wanted to gather some information.

“Based on the information currently available, I believe the Red Coat Sect is most likely a minor pawn placed in the open, with a more powerful force behind them,” Oriental Chen stated his conjecture.

“Why do you say that?” Yan Zhengping asked.

“The Red Coat Sect's management is very loose, and almost all of its members are newly recruited, lacking sufficient loyalty. Logically, such a sect, without a foundation, should not be able to establish itself. From the previous interrogation, a conclusion can also be drawn: even Saint Emissaries or even the Saint Son might not understand all the affairs within the sect. This indicates that there must be a higher, hidden level above the Saint Son,” Oriental Chen analyzed.