Qian Kun's appearance was ordinary, and he wasn't tall, but his messy hair and relatively strong muscles made him look capable and reliable.
"Leader!" Qian Kun greeted Wang Yu upon seeing him.
Wang Yu nodded, "Sit down."
Qian Kun suppressed the excitement in his heart and sat down calmly.
When he first heard that Wang Yu wanted to see him, Qian Kun was a bit confused, but after failing to figure it out, only excitement remained in his heart.
Everyone was spreading rumors about how powerful their leader was and how he had saved them all.
Seeing him today, he was indeed extraordinary!
Not only was he handsome, but his demeanor was also particularly unique.
His calm, unruffled, and nonchalant attitude was nothing like someone from the apocalypse!
It was as if… even if the sky fell, he wouldn't be surprised, and he would still be in control of everything!
Although it sounded a bit far-fetched, this was exactly how Qian Kun felt!
After a brief exchange, Wang Yu got straight to the point, "Qian Kun, I've heard you're a good person and quite proactive in killing zombies, so I've decided to make you a squad leader."
"Ah? Really?!" Qian Kun, being straightforward, blurted out in surprise.
He truly didn't expect Wang Yu to value him so much as to promote him to squad leader!
In his opinion, there were many people more outstanding than him, and it wouldn't be his turn to be selected as a squad leader so soon.
Wang Yu smiled, "Do I look like I'm joking?"
Qian Kun waved his hands repeatedly, "Of course not! I just, I just didn't expect you to think so highly of me, hehe…"
As he spoke, Qian Kun couldn't help but let out a simple chuckle.
"What's so unexpected about that? I don't appoint people based on relationships, but on ability and character. And character is the most important factor!
If I feel someone isn't particularly loyal and trustworthy, I won't entrust them with important tasks, no matter how strong their abilities are. Do you understand?"
"I understand, I understand!" Qian Kun nodded repeatedly like he was pounding garlic. "If they're not loyal and trustworthy enough, and resources are given to the wrong people, not only might you be betrayed, but it could also lead to a bad atmosphere in our organization!"
"Good!" Wang Yu nodded with a look of appreciation. "That's why I chose you from among everyone. Do you think you can handle the position of squad leader?"
Qian Kun nodded without hesitation, "Yes! Since you trust me, Leader, I will definitely live up to your expectations!"
"Good!" Wang Yu stood up and patted Qian Kun on the shoulder, "Then go to Chen Youting first and collect 100 bug crystals to upgrade to level 2. With strength, it will be easier to command the respect of others. From now on, report any matters directly to Chen Youting, or come to me."
"Thank you, Leader!"
Qian Kun was extremely excited, feeling even happier than when he occasionally won awards in school!
One was being praised by a teacher, perhaps with envious glances from classmates.
The other was being appreciated by Wang Yu, appointed as a squad leader, and holding the life and death of a fifteen-person squad!
There was no comparison between the two!
After meeting with Qian Kun, Wang Yu walked out of the cafeteria and glanced at the overcast sky.
"It should be starting soon…"
After saying something inexplicable, Wang Yu joined the others in clearing the remaining zombies from the Normal University.
Of course, collecting zombie corpses also fell to him.
...
As noon approached, Wang Yu returned with his team.
"Rumble!"
A loud roaring sound suddenly came from the sky. Everyone looked up and saw five dark helicopters flying overhead.
"Helicopters! They're helicopters!"
"Huh? What's falling down?"
Someone with better eyesight was the first to notice papers falling from the sky.
There were an extremely large number of them. The helicopters flew, and the papers kept falling, covering the sky, at least tens of thousands of them!
Of course, the effect of covering the sky was from a high altitude. By the time the papers landed, their density had decreased significantly.
People picked up the papers around them and saw that they were written with…
"A shelter established by the military? It's in Haiyuan Town, near Haixin City?!"
Someone exclaimed, and some rejoiced, cheering that there was finally news from the military.
Others, like Chen Youting, Zhang Han, and Qian Kun, frowned slightly and turned their gaze towards Wang Yu.
However, what they found strange was that Wang Yu's expression was incredibly calm, as if he had expected this situation long ago?
Wang Yu naturally saw everyone's reactions. After a full minute, he spoke loudly, "Alright! Let's head back to the cafeteria first!"
Everyone immediately restrained their emotions, and the team continued forward, returning to Cafeteria No. 1 at Normal University.
Before the meal.
When everyone was seated, they found that today's meal was much more lavish than before.
Not only was there pork and chicken, but also fish and shrimp!
Wang Yu stood alone in the open space in the middle.
He scanned everyone with a calm, almost indifferent gaze and slowly said, "I'm sure everyone already knows that the military has established a shelter in Haiyuan Town."
No one spoke. Some people avoided his gaze, not daring to look at Wang Yu.
Wang Yu continued, "So, I'll be frank with everyone here. I know that in the past, you had no choice but to follow me to survive."
"Now that there's news from the military, I believe some people will no longer want to stay with me. After all, following me means killing zombies, and basically fighting every day."
"While following the well-armed military might allow for a more stable life."
"So, if anyone wants to leave and go to the military shelter, I can understand."
"However!" At this point, Wang Yu's gaze sharpened, and his tone became noticeably more serious.
"You all know that zombies are evolving. In this world, it's survival of the fittest, and zombies are evolving. If we don't kill zombies and become evolved, how can we live long-term?"
"Therefore, if you wish to seek a stable life in the military shelter, you can go to Chen Youting or Ma Ying after this meal to state your situation. I will provide you with enough food and weapons to allow you to leave."
"If you choose to continue following me, continue fighting zombies, and choose to keep getting stronger, I welcome and have high hopes for you all. You are all my brothers and sisters!"
"In short, those who are willing to continue with me will kill zombies and become stronger together. Those who are unwilling can head to the military shelter on their own, and I wish you good luck here!"
After he finished speaking, most people fell silent.
Chen Youting was the first to stand up and declare loudly, "My life was saved by the Leader. The Leader not only gave me food but also taught me how to kill zombies, gave me bug crystals, and allowed me to become an evolved! I choose to continue following the Leader!"
Then Qian Kun and Zhang Han also stood up, raising their arms and shouting, "I will also continue to follow the Leader!"
Following them, most people stood up together and shouted in unison, "Continue to follow the Leader!"
This left those who wanted to leave feeling awkward. They sat down with their heads bowed, not daring to look at Wang Yu.
Wang Yu merely glanced at them indifferently, not taking them to heart.
Because his speech just now was mainly for those who were willing to follow him.
As for those who were unwilling, Wang Yu actually didn't think much of them.
Living in the apocalypse and still thinking about stability, not wanting to risk fighting zombies, was truly laughable.
These people would be useless in the team anyway, and might even affect others.
After all, complaints were contagious.
Wang Yu nodded and said loudly, "Good! You are all good people! In the apocalypse, one must dare to fight and strive!"
"Everyone, eat well. Today, I've specially prepared fish and shrimp for you. After eating, everyone will rest for half a day, and tomorrow we will depart for the next location."
"Lastly," Wang Yu glanced at the people sitting down, "Everyone has their own aspirations. I hope you won't look down on those who wish to leave. They were once your comrades who fought side by side. We wish them a safe journey!"
Upon hearing this, the expressions of those sitting down became even more complicated.
Because Wang Yu's words had essentially blocked their retreat. With things said to this extent, could they still shamelessly refuse to leave?