Chapter 68、If I Die, Let the Family Tree Open a New Page!

After an hour of inspection and inventory, the police station was officially declared secured.

The supplies inside were counted and slowly transferred to military vehicles.

Half an hour later, a detailed list appeared in front of Lin Yue, detailing the supplies and weapons within the police station:

[Weapons and Equipment]:

126 handguns, including various standard police models

12 rifles, mostly automatic types like the Type 95

1 light machine gun

2 sniper rifles

12 shotguns

[Defensive Gear]:

215 bulletproof vests

35 complete sets of riot gear, including helmets, shields, and stab-resistant suits

300 miscellaneous defense items, including bulletproof vests, helmets, goggles, and gas masks

[Ammunition]:

32 police-grade hand grenades

52 specialty grenades, including flashbangs and tear gas

3600 rounds of handgun ammunition

1200 rounds for rifles

600 rounds for machine guns

[Communication Equipment]:

Portable radios, satellite phones, signal boosters, etc. (all non-functional)

[Medical Supplies]:

335 items in total, including first-aid kits, bandages, antiseptics, antibiotics, painkillers

[Food and Water]:

Enough supplies to last 40 people for two weeks, including compressed biscuits, canned food, and bottled water

[Fuel and Lighting]:

Gasoline and diesel sufficient to fill 30 cars, with 45 operational police vehicles (all non-starting)

Lighting equipment, including generators and batteries (only flashlights were functional)

[Miscellaneous]:

526 various items, including tents, sleeping bags, portable stoves, ropes, tool kits, and multipurpose knives

Lin Yue felt a wave of satisfaction as she scanned the list. The haul was impressive.

Many of these supplies, while originally brought by Wang Daniu and his group from other locations, now belonged to Yi Bai.

As for Wang Daniu and his prisoners—there were 85 of them.

Over 40 were from Wang Daniu's construction crew, close relatives and young men from his village. The rest were local survivors who had rallied to him when the disaster struck.

Interestingly, all 85 were young men—no one older than 45, with most being in their 20s and 30s, the peak of manhood.

Wang Daniu had reportedly refused any women or elderly people. According to his nephew, who enjoyed reading post-apocalyptic novels, it was simply impractical to carry burdens like that. Wang Daniu only wanted obedient men—no one too clever or independent, as he feared they might challenge his authority.

While Lin Yue was going over the inventory, the chief of staff returned to the command vehicle.

"Captain Lin, we've pretty much finished questioning them."

"Mm. What about those men?"

"Most are from construction sites. Some were dreaming of ruling during the chaos, but they've all given up on that idea now. Their attitudes are pretty good."

The chief of staff nodded. "They're all young, strong men, but they lack courage. None of them tried to rebel. Their statements seem mostly truthful."

Lin Yue frowned slightly. "They seem like a dangerous group, but their behavior is entirely submissive."

The chief of staff found this interesting. Despite being a group of young, armed men, they showed no signs of resistance—almost like lambs, cooperating with the investigation without hesitation.

"This is normal," Lin Yue said, looking at the list of supplies. "In this era, people hold the army in high regard. It's beyond your expectations."

"So, this is a good thing?" The chief of staff laughed. "That saves us a lot of trouble!"

Lin Yue's face grew serious as she lifted her gaze. "It's both good and bad."

The chief of staff looked at her, confused.

"Trust from the people isn't given lightly," Lin Yue continued. "We're inheriting what the army has always carried—trust, but also expectations. Understand?"

The chief of staff nodded slowly. "I see."

"Miss Jiang has mentioned this before," Lin Yue said, looking down again. "If the people didn't trust the army so much, we wouldn't be held to these standards. Things would be simpler if Yi Bai didn't have such a strong presence."

"Yes, I understand." The chief of staff nodded again, his expression serious.

"How do we deal with those men?"

"Take them back for now," Lin Yue said without hesitation. "Let Miss Jiang handle them. We focus on the frontlines. Anyone who surrenders is our responsibility, but once they're secured, they go to her. She's our political officer, and we don't need to worry about these things."

"Understood, Captain!" The chief of staff saluted.

He lowered his voice. "Wang Daniu, the leader, has given up some useful intel. He's identified a few key gathering points nearby."

"What do you think? Is he telling the truth?"

"Most likely. Considering our mission, it's worth checking out." The chief of staff spread his hands. "We'll need to clear this area eventually, so it might be worth investigating now. Plus, Wang Daniu is familiar with the area."

"Mm." Lin Yue paused, thinking for a moment, then nodded. "Send someone to inform Miss Jiang to start moving the supplies. Leave a few men to guard the place. Bring Wang Daniu to me. I need to ask him a few questions."

"Yes, Captain!"

A short time later, the chief of staff returned with Wang Daniu.

Wang Daniu entered the command vehicle, slightly stiff, and immediately noticed Lin Yue. Though small in stature, her presence was commanding, her eyes sharp and her demeanor crisp, the epitome of a female officer. Wang Daniu couldn't help but stare—she was a true military beauty.

The chief of staff introduced her: "This is Captain Lin, our highest-ranking officer." He lowered his voice, speaking to Wang Daniu, "Anything you want to say, you can tell her. If you perform well, she might speak on your behalf."

"Captain?"

"General?" The mention of these words sent a chill down Wang Daniu's spine. He had guessed correctly—this was the military. The real deal had arrived, and with it, the chance he'd been waiting for.

The end of the world? Forget it.

As long as he followed the army, they'd solve everything. He might even get a reward.

If things went badly, he might end up as a martyr—an opportunity no one could pass up!

"My name will be in the county records, my family tree will have a new page!"

The thought of it filled Wang Daniu with excitement, his eyes moistening as he imagined the bright future ahead.