Chapter 432 Winning
Once inside the Space, both of them knew it was likely an enemy trap, but they hadn't expected so many traps. However, it didn't matter; Gu Pan directly took out a steel plate, and then the two stepped on it and exited the Space.
As expected, it was a massive pit, filled with spikes facing upwards, but since they were standing on the steel plate, they weren't injured.
They then climbed up using ropes and continued heading towards the direction of the tents.
Occasionally, a searchlight would pass over them. Whenever that happened, Gu Pan would pull Lu Ruisheng into the Space, allowing them to dodge and advance at a swift pace. When they arrived at the enemy camp, they happened to run into two patrolling soldiers.
It was at a corner where they happened to face the opposite direction.
A Japanese soldier was about to blow his whistle to signal the others, but Gu Pan instantly pulled the two soldiers into the Space.
The Japanese soldiers were thrilled upon entering the Space, seeing so many supplies that they forgot what they were supposed to do.
But Gu Pan didn't give them a chance. She killed both soldiers in the Space and didn't throw the bodies out. They would quietly dispose of them in the sea to feed the fish when they returned.
After that, she and Lu Ruisheng proceeded with even greater caution. Of course, if there were any problems, they could simply enter the Space.
A sentry saw them, but in the blink of an eye, they disappeared, leading the sentry to believe his eyes were playing tricks on him.
As they walked, they mapped out the area inside the Space, marking off one section before emerging and then continuing to explore the place.
The two found the enemy's supply warehouse, filled with canned goods, compressed biscuits, and barrelled water.
Further inside, not only were there weapons and ammunition, but also many daily necessities. Gu Pan chose some to take into the Space. After all, these were Huaxia's spoils of war, and the Mount Everest Base needed them too. Since they didn't lack these items, she didn't claim everything for herself.
She hid some of the better weapons and ammunition, considering they were hard to obtain at their bases in Huaxia. The military-issued supplies were also registered, which was different from having them in the Space, ready to use at any time.
However, they didn't find the Huaxia Flame Box, which meant there were more covert places to store supplies. There should be not only the Flame Box but also their important materials.
Beyond exploring this warehouse, the two then observed the surrounding area.
Suddenly, Lu Ruisheng remembered something, "That's not right. The trap we fell into had a loud echo, and it felt hollow beneath it."
Gu Pan had a realization, "Could the supplies be hidden beneath different traps?"
"Very likely. Let's go back and check the trap we fell into first."
They returned to the trap and went down. Gu Pan used her psychokinesis to collect everything inside the Space, and soon a metal door appeared underneath them.
Lu Ruisheng quickly opened the door with tools, and when the two entered, they were astounded. Although there wasn't a Huaxia Flame Box inside, there was a Japanese one, all adorned with their flags.
Gu Pan said, "Let's wait for our troops to capture this. The supplies we've already collected are enough."
"Yes, these should be handed over to the country."
"Let's check the others, to determine which traps contain supplies and which don't."
"Alright."
Recalling the map they had seen in Tang Ming's office, they went to two traps that their own people had fallen into.
But those two didn't have anything, probably because they were closer to the sea.
They discovered a pattern to the traps and quickly found several more, finally confirming the location of the Huaxia Flame Box.
They meticulously mapped them out and also charted the enemy's headquarters, defenses, and the like.
Afterward, the two returned to the coast, placed the maps into an electronic boat, and set it to water to send a message back to their own people.
Meanwhile, they hid near the Japanese camp, waiting for their own troops to arrive. They would create chaos to distract the enemy, allowing their people to land smoothly.
Soon their fleet arrived. Gu Pan took out several firecrackers, lit them, and threw them towards the main gate of the enemy camp.
Afterward, they kept moving spots while continuing to set off firecrackers, occasionally throwing grenades inside the camp to make them think the attacking force was substantial.
The military camp was in chaos by then since they couldn't figure out the enemy's location. Gu Pan still flashed in and out of sight occasionally, letting them catch glimpses of a person before swiftly vanishing into the Space.
It was still dark, so the effect seemed supernatural, and many soldiers thought they were seeing ghosts, which further scattered their morale.
Zheng Zhan's troops quickly surrounded them, while Guo Gang and others blocked the retreat, trapping the higher-ups with no chance of escape.
Standing on the boat, Lu Jianguo held the enemy's Surrender Letter and patted Lu Ruisheng on the shoulder, "My nephew sure is capable. Second Uncle is basking in your glory."
Gu Pan handed Lu Jianshe a piece of chocolate, "That's because Second Uncle deployed everything so well." She knew Second Uncle was prone to hypoglycemia; in this apocalypse, there were no overweight people, let alone many with high blood sugar; most had low blood sugar, suffering from malnutrition.
Lu Jianshe received the chocolate, grinning from ear to ear, "Our Panpan knows how to care for others best, no wonder Second Aunt is always saying she wants to see you."
Gu Pan smiled and responded, "I miss Second Aunt too. When we get back this time, I'll have her stay at my place for a few days."
"I'll come too," Lu Jianshe said unreservedly.
Because the victory was so effortless, everyone was excited on the journey back, but they never let their guard down.
When they reached the base of their mountain, Tang Ming and Lu Jianguo were waiting. Seeing the team approaching the shore and spotting Gu Pan and the others safe, both men breathed a sigh of relief.
For Tang Ming, it was significant to see his people returning firsthand.
For Lu Jianguo, it was more about waiting for his family members.
Su Qing was also there, and as soon as she saw Gu Pan, she rushed over and hugged her tightly, "Your Second Uncle and the others, how could they? It's bad enough letting the men go, but they also let you go, all behind my back."
As she spoke, Su Qing began to weep.
Gu Pan patted her back, "Second Aunt, I went on my own. Don't worry, see? I've returned safely."
"Sure, this time you're back, but if you hadn't returned, I would have thrown myself into the sea and drowned." Su Qing complained while casting a reproachful glance at Lu Jianshe.