Rotting Land: Survive-Chapter 444 - 442: Advancing Step by Step (Part 7)

Chapter 444: Chapter 442: Advancing Step by Step (Part 7)

Electricity is undoubtedly one of humanity’s greatest inventions; it not only frees people from darkness but also offers infinite possibilities for creativity.

"Old Zhao! Let’s start!"

With these words, the gathered survivors in the bedroom immediately became tense, their previously relaxed faces turning solemn.

Especially Xu Renjie, whose large hands unconsciously clenched into fists.

After all, the success or failure of the upcoming attempt would directly influence the subsequent rescue operation.

So silently praying, Xu Renjie hoped everything would develop as expected.

However, just as Old Zhao was about to turn the ignition key, Tang Xiaoquan suddenly spoke up, interrupting his action.

"Uncle Zhao! I think before starting, shouldn’t we figure out how to soundproof this thing? Like covering it with a blanket to absorb the sound, closing windows, and so on?"

This idea suddenly popped into Tang Xiaoquan’s mind because, in movies, TV, or games, seen generators always produce a significant amount of noise.

In regular times, this wouldn’t be much of a problem, but in the apocalypse...

"Don’t worry!" Zhao Yunhai appreciated the young man’s concern, which showed that he was considering the issue comprehensively, but when choosing the generator, Zhao had already incorporated noise as a key factor.

"This engine is designed to be ultra-quiet, equipped with specialized soundproofing; even the air intake has discarded traditional designs for more scientifically and advanced noise reduction. Currently, those departments with strict noise requirements like hospitals, hotels, and telecommunications all use these low-noise generators, so no need to worry about noise!"

Concise and clear explanation, Zhao Yunhai’s words well relieved Tang Xiaoquan’s concerns.

Then, with nothing more to say, removing all adverse factors, Old Zhao decisively turned the ignition key.

Immediately the roaring engine thunderously sounded, wisps of blue smoke slowly emerged through the air outlet.

The sound was not loud, just as Old Zhao said, although there was still some minor noise, it was much improved compared to the typical generator noise in everyone’s mind.

Bi Dahu was the first to check the voltage and amperes throughout the circuit with an electric meter.

After confirming everything met standards, he smiled slightly and said to the awaiting companions: "Charging successful!"

After a brief five-second pause, a cheer erupted, and the excited survivors embraced and high-fived.

To them, Bi Dahu’s words were more important than gold and silver mountains.

Because those words meant they finally had electricity available from this moment on, thereby returning to civilized society.

To prevent overloading the circuit, Bi Dahu suggested Old Zhao charge the cutting machine first.

After all, compared to welding equipment, cutting the iron plates was the first step in the transformation.

For this, everyone had no objection; after waiting this long, waiting a few more hours wasn’t an issue.

If they hurried and caused an overload, that would truly be frustrating, eager but unsuccessfully.

Without tools, the survivors turned their attention to other matters, like Xu Renjie explaining the gathered police equipment.

From properly using the hand-held radio to the clever use of soft anti-puncture vests;

From the stance for holding riot shields to using catchers to apprehend people.

Notably, Xu Renjie’s trip to the police station indeed yielded rich rewards.

This also laid a solid equipment foundation for his upcoming assault on the gymnasium.

Meanwhile, Hu Xiaodong’s course was also underway.

Wu Chao, Wen Quanxin, Wang Qiang, A Cheng all showed great enthusiasm towards the Compound Bow, making Hu Xiaodong very happy.

Since his last leg injury, he had been considering establishing an archery team to face the increasingly harsh apocalyptic environment. 𝕗𝚛𝚎𝚎𝐰𝗲𝗯𝗻𝚘𝚟𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝕞

Just like that, after busying for two hours, Bi Dahu checked the voltage; the battery charging was complete. He then replaced the charged cutting machine with other tools.

With the cutting machine, Wang Zhongyu’s modification plan finally materialized.

Handing the measured steel plate data to Yue Guishan, as a former carpenter, although he hadn’t cut iron plates much, the method roughly the same, Yue Guishan operated skillfully.

According to Wang Zhongyu’s plan, Yue Guishan needed to cut two large main plates and several narrow iron strips.

The sound of cutting filled the building, and to minimize noise leakage, the survivors tightly closed all doors and windows, using blankets to seal the window gaps.

Additionally, Xu Renjie early on led many warriors guarding the district entrance, exterminating any appearing Black Shadow under their blades.

As time passed, various tools were gradually fully charged.

Yue Guishan also completed the iron plate cutting as per Wang Zhongyu’s requirements.

Then, Zhao and his team together moved the cut iron plates and strips downstairs, beginning the final transformation.

The so-called transformation was quite simple, simply welding some necessary protective devices onto the bulldozer.

After all, the bulldozer was already strong enough; if not for considering the existence of the new creature "Climber," the survivors wouldn’t need transformation, they’d have already driven the hefty bulldozer to forcefully assault Yuhuan Gymnasium.

"These two iron plates I planned to weld at the right door to make a sliding door for easy access; the rest of the windows, while ensuring visibility, will be sealed with iron strips, so even if Climbers get on the vehicle, they won’t injure the inner driver!"

Briefly explaining his idea to his companions, honestly speaking, Wang Zhongyu’s so-called transformation truly simplified to the utmost.

However, after considering both time and the bulldozer’s condition, the survivors greatly agreed with Wang Zhongyu’s idea.

Once the plan was set, there was nothing left to say, and everyone immediately divided tasks and got busy.

Handing items to helpers, welding where it needed, twisting where necessary, the whole modification proceeded orderly.

Yet among them, the most intense were Xu Renjie and his warriors on security duty.

After all, considering this large project, virtually avoiding noise was impossible.

Fortunately, street creatures were largely wiped out in previous outings; any remaining curious "unlucky ones" mostly perished under the warriors’ blades.

Night gradually fell, and the busy survivors in Bieyuan District, after a single hour of effort, were nearly finished modifying the bulldozer.

Once sealing the last iron strip firmly, Zhao Yunhai jumped from the vehicle.

Immediately, all participating personnel, including Xu Renjie, gathered together, silently standing.

In their eyes, a steel giant was gleaming with metallic luster under the moonlight... (To be continued. If you like this work, feel free to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets at Qidian (qidian.com), your support is my biggest motivation. Mobile readers should head to m.qidian.com to read.)