Chapter 363.2: You're Too Kind!

He has no intention of intervening in the conflicts between 2 fallen empires, but obviously, doing favors for the Enterprise could bring him more benefits.

Whether it was the Enterprise or the Army, both were far enough away that the likelihood of him being wiped out by the other side was very small.

Clearspring City wasn’t the Great Rift Valley, and giant cities covered with slime mold weren’t uncommon on the wasteland. No one would send out a massive force to pick up a rotting stone in the wasteland..

Therefore, Chu Guang only thought for 2 seconds before speaking in a generous tone, “Your troubles are our troubles, just let us know how we can help.”

Yun Song shot him a grateful look. “I was just about to mention this! We’ve used up too much ammunition along the way, urgently needing to replenish bullets and anti-armor light and heavy weapons. We’re not picky about the latter, as long as the infantry can carry more, operate simply, and have a certain precision and range, that’s enough!”

A smile slowly made its way onto Chu Guang’s face. “That’s easy to say, what we’re not short of here is weapons, but the bullets might be a bit tricky.”

“Is it a caliber mismatch?” Yun Song frowned.

“Yes, our rifles use 7mm full-power rounds, the shell length and primer cap don’t match with your G9 Black Swan. It’s too late to start a new production line now, unless you’re willing to stay here for half a month before departing.”

“Half a month... That’s too long.” Yun Song showed a reluctant expression.

“That’s the quickest scenario. Building a new production line requires a lot of preparations, especially for producing a completely new product.”

Seeing Yun Song deep in thought, Chu Guang empathetically offered his own idea. “So, I have a suggestion, you could try our LD 47 rifles.”

Yun Song was stunned. “LD 47?”

Chu Guang nodded. “Yes, it’s a weapon that’s been tested in real combat, we just obtained victory with it. Although the opponents were not from the Army, they were pseudo-military forces under the guidance of Army officers, using Army-standard equipment.”

“Although the LD 47 isn’t exactly the most accurate weapon, the machine casing is simple, and there are few accessories available, but it compensates with ample firepower and a low failure rate, performing well in desert environments. Many caravans coming from the west like our weapons.”

Yun Song frowned. “But... Our aiming assistance plugins are only compatible with the G9 Black Swan assault rifle, using non-standard equipment might significantly impact the soldiers’ combat effectiveness.”

Hearing this, Chu Guang raised an eyebrow and shook his head helplessly.

These guys can’t fight without cheats, huh?

But thinking about it, it made sense.

If people who had always been using aimbots realized their cheats disappeared, everyone would be able to see the difference in their skill level.

Understanding the concerns of the assault team captain, Chu Guang patiently explained, “Combat effectiveness doesn’t necessarily have to be reflected in weapon precision, firepower advantage is also a form of advantage. Now that you can obtain logistical support from us, you don’t need to conserve ammunition. Actually, your combat effectiveness won’t be affected.”

“Additionally, this is just a backup option. Apart from temporarily using our weapons, you can also leave some of your logistical personnel here to help us build a production line for your G9 Black Swan assault rifle ammunition.” Chu Guang declared. “Although our industrial base is a bit lacking, we’re rich in resources, and producing a few bullets is no problem. Once ammunition matching your specifications is available, we will immediately dispatch an armed transport team to your coordinates, and then you can switch back to your original equipment!”

After hearing Chu Guang’s proposal, Yun Song was visibly stunned.

Not because the proposal was too fanciful, but because he hadn’t expected their ally to be so considerate.

Not only lending their own weapons, but also willing to open a factory for them. As soon as the new bullets are produced, they would help them deliver them immediately.

What type of godly teammates were these?

“Thank you!” Yun Song said gratefully, “You guys are really too generous!”

Although logistics were Hedin’s responsibility, he couldn’t think of a reason to refuse. Hesitating for a second would be a betrayal of trust and a betrayal of their generosity!

Chu Guang was somewhat embarrassed, especially hearing the loud praises. “Like I said, don’t be so formal here,” Chu Guang smiled and continued, “If you need, our soldiers can even squat in the same trench with you!”

It had been a while since there was a battle. There were many players getting angsty and going out with their friends in the New Alliance to relieve their pent up emotions would be good.

He could even earn some money from them in the form of battle compensation! No matter how he thought about it, it was a super win situation.

However, perhaps he was too generous, Yun Song ultimately didn’t dare to accept. He shook his head in response. “That’s unnecessary, this is a grudge between us and the Army, if those people know you participated in this war, it might bring you guys trouble.”

Pausing, he continued solemnly, “I’ll discuss the weapon production with the logistics personnel. However, we can’t let you help us this much for nothing. On our way here, although we encountered quite a few troubles, we also seized a bunch of war spoils. Besides, when we set off, we also brought some goods for trading supplies. I’ll give you a list, pick them however you like!”

However I like?

Is there such a good thing in this world?!

Chu Guang revealed a look of joy. However, he wasn’t blinded by it, he still understood the principle of sustainable benefits.

With Hedin present, he would definitely prevent blatantly unreasonable conditions.

His task was to make the rules of the transaction more favorable for the New Alliance on a mutually beneficial basis.

“Wouldn’t that be too disadvantageous for you? We’re not the kind of people who take advantage of friends.” Chu Guang paused for a moment, then suggested. “How about this, I will evaluate your goods at a reasonable price according to our own needs, and convert it into silver coins. You can use the silver coins obtained to purchase the supplies you need in our market.”

“If you obtain any spoils in the future, you can also continue to send them here to sell.”

Upon hearing Chu Guang’s proposal, Yun Song didn’t hesitate to agree. “No problem!”

Transporting a ton of dry food from Ideal City to the hands of the 26th Assault Squad was undoubtedly uneconomical.

And their paper currency only has some purchasing power in a few coastal provinces, in the central part of the continent it was even less useful than the Army’s dinars. After all, Dinar was made of gold...

For the Enterprise, there were actually two solutions.

The first was to carry the production line on their backs, so no matter where they went, they could eat food from their hometown, drink pure coffee and tea, and also show off the light of civilization to the barbarians of the west.

That was the concept the Pioneer was born out of.

It wasn’t just searching for Shelter 0. Lu Yang and the rest weren’t stingy when extending helping hands to wastelanders along the way. They earned a good reputation while helping the Enterprise open new trade routes.

However, even for the Enterprise that owns Ideal City, building a nuclear-powered land fortress was not easy. Only real core members would be able to use things like that.

Yun Song and ordinary soldiers like that would never be able to get their hands on treasures like the Pioneer.

As such... The second solution was outsourcing logistics to trustworthy traders.

Before the long-distance team departed Ideal City, the Enterprise would not only prepare ammunition and basic supplies for the long-distance team. They would also allocate a budget to purchase goods along the way. Other than cash, they would be given a lot of high-tech goods to trade.

Those goods were usually extremely potent. For example, there were super antibiotics that could cure everything in an instant. There were also bionic prostheses that perfectly replaced original limbs. There were even some high-tech products most survivor settlements could never produce.

Their logistics director would be the head of a trading group that was would be responsible for managing those goods, exchanging as much ammunition, necessities, and consumer goods as possible with the settlements they pass through, while also ensuring the morale of the team in cooperation with the captain.

Morale was extremely important.

Although in most cases, the Enterprise’s professional soldiers were more polite and were of higher quality than mercenaries, that was only when they were well-fed.

If the military pay couldn’t be spent, holding a stack of useless paper and coping with nutrient paste would make it hard to say where the barrels of their guns would be pointed.

Of course, as a risky exchange, the Enterprise also provided many benefits to the traders that went with tier men.

Their long-distance team would maintain a part of the efficiency ensuring the mission would be smoothly completed while incidentally providing protection for the trade and their goods.

The presence of the Enterprise was more reliable than any form of insurance.

With soldiers armed with high-tech equipment to the teeth, as long as they didn't encounter entities with godly abilities, they were nearly invincible.

And even if they encountered those unknown creatures, they had the highest survival rate!

Therefore, the banks of Ideal City were also more willing to issue loans with lower interest rates to those traders following the expedition team.

Hedin was such a businessman, and it wasn’t his first time cooperating with the Enterprise’s men.

However, heading west deep into the mainland was a first for him.

If nothing unexpected happened, it would also be the most memorable journey he took part in.

“I may have underestimated you, respected administrator.” Holding a list in his hand, Hedin sighed when handing it to Chu Guang.

𝕗𝗿𝕖𝐞𝐰𝗲𝕓𝐧𝕠𝕧𝗲𝐥.𝚌𝐨𝚖

“Is that a compliment?” Chu Guang asked with a smile.

“Kind of, after all, we rarely do business with silver coins. Seeing how happily you were chatting with our captain, I should have been alert, but I still overlooked it.” Hedin looked at Chu Guang meaningfully, clearly seeing through his intentions.

The New Alliance doesn’t have enough reserves. If they did business with silver coins, Chu Guang and the New Alliance would most likely be able to buy the items at a cheaper price.

At the same time, the amount of useless paper Hedin had brought would still be in his pockets with no way to be used.

He wasn’t worried that those silver coins couldn’t buy anything, but was concerned that the local currencies could only allow him to purchase items in the New Alliance.

Obviously, his captain hadn’t considered what they would do when they left.

Were they supposed to bring their silver coins away?

In the end, either take a bunch of useless paper, or take a bunch of wood and ore that no one knew where to use.

Or... They could stay and invest locally...

Chu Guang’s face still wore a pleasant smile, not at all embarrassed by Hedin seeing through his thoughts. “This is good for us, isn't it?”

“Of course, I won’t deny it.” Hedin smiled faintly, not saying much more.

Although the other party played some tricks, he indeed had no reason to complain. Whether standing from the standpoint of a logistics officer or his own, he could still make money. After all, he risked his life following the Enterprise’s soldiers on a long journey. There was no way he was doing it for charity. Instead, he planned to make a fortune.

Since the other party was willing to solve a bunch of logistical problems for him, and even promised him a personal benefit... Why bother to expose him?

The next day, the streets of Boulder Town were somewhat lively, with people gathering in groups, chattering.

“Did the Enterprise’s visiting group arrive at the northern suburbs?”

“Really?!”

“It should be true, there are photos!”

“Photos? Where?”

“In the newspaper! Go see for yourself!”

The Enterprise’s people arriving in Clearspring City. That was big news.

Although many have never been to the East Coast, many have heard of Ideal City. And precisely because they haven’t been there, they became even more curious after hearing the news.

As for how the news started to spread... They had to start talking about the recently popular newspaper.

1 chip for a copy of the newspaper wasn’t cheap at all!

But unlike other newspapers in Boulder Town, they weren’t operating on a subscription and delivery model. They usually sold it at the front of pubs, grocery stores, and other outlets. Some poor people who couldn’t afford newspaper could browse without buying, allowing them to keep up with the city’s news.

Since the cooperating pubs and stores had already received benefits from the news company, the shopkeepers didn’t chase away those who just looked and didn’t buy.

After all, having so many people gathered and discussing made them seem busier. The economy wasn’t booming and it was hard for small businesses to keep themselves afloat. As such, the feeling of a bustling doorstep has become increasingly rare.

Of course, compared to the ordinary people watching the excitement, Dulong, the Head of the City Hall, and Malvern the president of the bank, along with business owners were utterly shocked by the revelation.

Especially when they saw the photo on the front page and the accompanying text below, they were dumbstruck.

The Enterprise sent a group to the northern suburbs!

Joint operation with the Enterprise’s soldiers?

The captain of their group reiterates the everlasting friendship between the Enterprise and the New Alliance?

Extending his sincerest greetings to the New Alliance’s administrator?!

“Bullshit!” Eyes as big as large chips, Malvern stared at the newspaper in his hand, his face trembling in shock.

Unlike others, he had seen the world. In his youth, he followed a caravan to the East Coast, having seen the prosperity of Ideal City.

There, the closest to the prosperous era, was a paradise on the wasteland.

In comparison, Boulder Town could be considered a slum at best!

The Enterprise had many trading partners on the East Coast. However, they would be given some privileges and sold some useful equipment at best. He never heard of the prideful members of the Enterprise accommodating others to such an extent!

Malvern swallowed, unsure of what expression to make, nor how to describe his current feelings.

Admiration? Jealousy? Resentment? Unease?

Perhaps all of the above... However, he was mostly in disbelief.

He didn’t believe the nonsense written on the piece of shit newspaper no matter how hard he tried, but... The damn photo didn’t seem fake!