The sudden alarm disrupted the tranquility of the villa district.

Zhai Jin led the guard team, fully prepared.

In his hand, he held a rifle.

On the roof of a distant villa, Lin Yuennan also held a sniper rifle, aiming.

Everyone was very tense.

No choice, these people were far from ordinary.

They were dressed in special forces combat uniforms and were well-equipped.

From appearance, they seemed to be a team of special forces.

If it was before, having special forces come by would only make everyone feel at ease.

However, now is the apocalypse, not to mention whether these people are genuinely official special forces.

Even if they are, they might have turned into bandits and thieves.

This cannot be overlooked.

"We are from Su Nan District, First Settlement Camp, Rescue Team, Sixth Squad.

I am Captain Chen Tianjun, we've come to rescue you, you are safe."

Arriving at the gate, the special forces members positioned themselves, vigilant of the surroundings.

The lead special forces member shouted loudly:

"Please open the gate and let us in. We will soon take you to the First Settlement Camp."

Everyone was initially stunned.

Then their faces showed delight.

Regarding the Settlement Camp, they'd heard a bit via broadcast before.

Settlement Camps were being established nationwide.

There was military protection, abundant supplies, and security and food assured.

Of course, in the Blue Sky Villa District, there was some level of assurance.

Yet this was merely the basics.

In the Settlement Camp, social order would be rebuilt, and high-caliber talent would receive excellent treatment.

Restaurants, bars, KTVs, and more would emerge.

Though civilization couldn't be instantly restored, it was surely better than being here!

Furthermore!

Once inside the Settlement Camp, their antiques and luxury items could surely fetch some money.

They might even encounter familiar faces.

Nevertheless, Zhai Jin didn't immediately order the gate to open.

He eyed these people with a slight squint:

"Please report the numbers of your former units."

The special forces members were slightly taken aback.

Then they reported their former unit numbers.

"Flying Tiger Team? What's your team leader's name?"

Zhai Jin began questioning.

"***"

"Hmm!"

Zhai Jin nodded, the answer was correct.

Then he asked a few more questions, confirming these people were indeed from official units.

Moreover, they belonged to elite troops.

Actually, asking these was just a precaution.

As a veteran, he could instantly tell if they were military personnel.

The demeanor and the gleam in their eyes were unmistakable.

"Can you let us in to talk? It's still dangerous outside."

Chen Tianjun spoke in a low voice.

"It's just some zombies and ghouls, you have guns, are you afraid?"

It was Han Dong who spoke, looking at the special forces members, dismissively:

"If we let you in fully armed, our safety will be compromised."

"The monsters aren't just simple ghouls and zombies; there are even more powerful ones.

Such monsters can't be killed with regular bullets."

Chen Tianjun's face was grave, speaking in a deep voice.

People were astonished, ordinary guards felt it was absurd.

Being terrified by ghouls and zombies was one thing, but untouchable monsters?

How could people survive?

Some had ventured out a couple of times but never saw such monsters!

Yet Zhai Jin's eyes narrowed sharply.

Ordinary folk didn't know, but those in management did.

Just recently, Wang Hao personally took down a Heart-Eating Ghost.

This intel needed sharing to prepare everyone's mindset.

Otherwise, a surprise attack would cause trouble.

Publicly, Wang Hao claimed the Heart-Eating Ghost died from his villa's mechanisms.

His travels remained confidential.

No one doubted, for Wang Hao was just an ordinary person.

Killing such a formidable monster solo was nearly impossible.

This intel made Zhai Jin and Lin Yuennan very worried.

With confirmation from the special forces, their concern deepened.

The villa district's defenses could handle ordinary zombies and ghouls.

But encountering such monsters posed immense trouble.

At that time, perhaps only Wang Hao's villa could withstand the challenge.

"It's fine if you don't let us in."

Seeing the people unmoved, Chen Tianjun remained unangered.

In the apocalypse, a bit of caution was a good thing.

He took out a notebook, flipping a few pages:

"This time, the main rescue targets are Lin Yuennan, Sun Yaoyao, Wang Wenyuan, ***, ***.... Can these seven people come out?"

Chen Tianjun named seven individuals.

All were practical talents.

Lin Yuennan and Sun Yaoyao needed no introduction, Wang Wenyuan seemed involved in biological research.

Additionally, there were programmers and finance professionals.

Someone like Wu Zicheng, a top-tier artist, wasn't on the list.

Curious, since Wu Zicheng was a master of traditional Chinese painting!

With many friends in both military and government.

But considering further, it was very logical.

During apocalyptic times, talent in scientific research and technical fields was crucial.

They needed immediate input in societal reconstruction.

Artists and photographers could wait until safety and basic needs were secured.

"Open the gate!"

Finally, Zhai Jin didn't hesitate, ordering the guard to open the gate.

He was convinced these were rescue team members.

Otherwise, how could they know the names of such critical talents within the villa?

Settlement Camp!

It was something he longed for too.

In the control room

Watching everything, Wang Hao smacked his lips.

Wasn't he the leader of this settlement?

Allowing these people in was a major decision.

It should be him making it.

Yet Zhai Jin let people in without even consulting him.

This showed no regard for him!

It seemed his role as an overseer was too hands-off.

Made him feel a lack of presence.

Of course, he knew many in the villa district didn't respect him.

He felt he needed a way to assert himself.

"Wang Hao, Wang Hao, how should these people be handled?"

Lin Yuennan's voice came over the walkie-talkie.

Luckily, this girl didn't act like Zhai Jin, still recognizing him as the leader.

"Hmm… Take them to the property meeting room, provide some food and water, let them eat and talk afterward, you continue your vigilance."

Wang Hao pondered briefly, then issued his command.

"Understood."

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