Apocalyptic Flood: Sexy Beauty Neighbor's Midnight Plea for Food Chapter 1219 - 557: Ge Liangen Steps Forward

The moment Ge Liangen strode into the camp, a stern look contorted his broad face.

He was no mere rookie; his service in the Guangfu Military District predated the catastrophic flood.

His notoriously short temper had led to numerous reprimands for insubordination.

Retirement was on the horizon this very year, a prospect that had once gnawed at his peace of mind.

For life outside the disciplined structure of the army seemed a daunting, less comfortable unknown.

Lacking influential connections back home, his post-retirement arrangements remained a complete mystery, fueling his anxieties.

This underlying unease, a consequence of his foul mood, had seen him repeatedly flout military regulations in the lead-up to his supposed retirement.

Fate, however, intervened with the great flood; not only was his retirement averted, but his ruthless demeanor earned him the favor of the Hawk Faction's higher command, culminating in a promotion to company commander.

Yet, the ranks he now commanded were filled with recruits herded into the military fold only after the floodwaters had ravaged the land.

These fresh faces paled in comparison to seasoned veterans, lagging behind in physical prowess, compliance, personal convictions, and moral character.

Nevertheless, Ge Liangen found a strange contentment in the new order. Under the Hawk Faction's sway, ideological indoctrination ceased, replaced by an emphatic focus on physical conditioning.

Direct, brutal force became the primary tool for molding these raw recruits.

While this harsh regimen rapidly instilled obedience and honed their combat skills,

the absence of corresponding moral guidance meant their character remained underdeveloped, leaving their personal qualities stagnant.

This approach inadvertently amplified latent violent tendencies within some soldiers.

Consequently, a pervasive atmosphere of indiscipline and thuggery began to fester within the ranks.

Ge Liangen’s sharp words caused Zhang Dazhi’s complexion to darken significantly.

Aware of Ge Liangen’s volatile temper, Zhang Dazhi, this time, forewent any argument, responding with uncharacteristic gravity: "Old Ge, something significant has occurred."

Ge Liangen’s eyebrows arched at his comrade’s somber tone: "What’s the matter?"

"Liang has returned."

This utterance caused a subtle shift in Ge Liangen’s expression: "Liang? You mean Liang Yuan?"

"Precisely."

"He’s alive? Didn’t Captain Ding confirm Liang was stranded on the Dark Attribute Floating Island? How could he possibly be back?" Ge Liangen’s confusion was palpable.

"Uncertain. Perhaps there’s been a shift on that Floating Island. We must relay this to Guangfu immediately."

"It seems our Yangshan operation will require a significant amendment."

Ge Liangen’s brow furrowed, a note of reluctance tinging his voice: "We’ve meticulously orchestrated this for so long, nearing completion, and now we must alter the entire strategy because of one individual named Liang?"

"Just how formidable is this Liang?"

Zhang Dazhi's expression grew somber as he nodded slowly: "Immensely formidable. I couldn't gauge his true strength; I couldn't even withstand a single blow from him."

"What? You faced him? Wait… the men downstairs mentioned you were roughed up by individuals from Yangshan earlier today. Could it have been this Liang?" Ge Liangen couldn't suppress his curiosity.

Zhang Dazhi was momentarily taken aback, astonished by the swift dissemination of information.

"Yes, that was me he dealt with."

"He's genuinely that powerful?"

"Extremely powerful!"

"Did you manage to assess his Main Attribute? What were the point values?"

"I had no opportunity, but it’s certainly above eighty points. You understand, my own Main Attribute is already at seventy-four points. For him to defeat me with a single move, his score must surpass eighty!"

Ge Liangen’s frown deepened: "Eighty points… that is indeed a cause for concern."

"My own score barely reaches seventy-five, but Old Zhang, don’t fret excessively. Combined, you and I might hold our own."

"A mere five or six-point difference is manageable. My primary worry is his entrenched influence in Yangshan. If Zhao Kai and Li Qinghua decide to intervene, that would complicate matters immensely."

Zhang Dazhi sensed a disconnect, feeling Ge Liangen hadn't fully grasped the gravity of the situation. He couldn't help but interject: "I stated that Liang’s Main Attribute is *at least* above eighty points, that’s the absolute minimum, not the ceiling."

"His strength is extraordinary. While Captain Ding hasn’t explicitly stated it, the very fact that even he acknowledges Liang’s might signifies exceptional talent. Eighty points is merely my conservative estimate; his actual strength could far exceed that threshold."

Ge Liangen remained unconvinced, retorting with a dismissive shrug: "Is he truly that powerful? Only a direct confrontation will truly tell."

"However, as a precautionary measure, we must inform Captain Ding of the unfolding situation without delay."

Zhang Dazhi gave a slight nod upon hearing this. Despite Ge Liangen’s characteristic arrogance, he wasn't entirely reckless; at the very least, he recognized the necessity of immediate notification to Guangfu.

"For the time being, instruct your men to maintain a low profile and await further directives from Guangfu before we proceed with our next course of action."

Ge Liangen offered a curt nod: "Understood."

As their conversation neared its end, a sudden surge of commotion erupted from the area outside.

Zhang Dazhi’s brow furrowed, and he bellowed towards the exterior: "Someone! What is happening out there?"

A soldier rushed in, his expression laced with panic. "Captain, news is grim! The people from Yangshan have captured Zhao Liang. They stripped him, severed his tongue, and left him hanging outside the sunroom."

"Worse, many are out there now, jeering at us."

"What!" Zhang Dazhi’s face immediately contorted with fury, leaping to his feet as he demanded, "Who dared do this? Blast it, did you apprehend the culprits?"

Ge Liangen’s countenance soured as well, unleashing a torrent of curses, "Shit, what good are you? Hurry and go capture them!"

The soldier’s face turned ashen. "The Yangshan folk are preventing us. They’ve amassed outside the sunroom, absolutely refusing to let us get near."

"Damn it!"

Ge Liangen, in a fit of rage, sent a chair flying, bellowing, "Are you all imbeciles? They block you and you just stop? Do you truly believe we are so easily pushed around, even as the military?"

Zhang Dazhi detected a subtle nuance in the report, halting Ge Liangen’s outburst. He then questioned the soldier, "You mentioned the Yangshan people intercepted you?"

"Did you attempt any action?"

"No, sir. You previously instructed us to maintain an assertive posture while refraining from using force."