The second half of the journey is more difficult. The slope is very steep and almost all are small trails. In some places, only one person is allowed to pass, which is very difficult.
But fortunately the wind is light today and I can still hold on.
It took more than two hours, and near noon, the scientific research station finally arrived.
"Consul, we are here."
Stationmaster Sun gasped and shouted loudly.
Zhang Hao looked up and saw a small two-story villa with a dilapidated appearance. There were weak lights in the villa, which was very conspicuous in the darkness.
This situation made him unable to help but sigh:
"The mountain is indeed very remote. If you encounter someone with poor psychological quality, you probably wouldn't dare to stay here."
Stationmaster Sun smiled and echoed: "Haha, this is true. There are only five team members here, all male team members, and they take one day off per month. As for the female team members, they would rather stay down the mountain doing odd jobs than
It’s useless to go up the mountain and pay several times the salary.”
"Forget about the female players, even a grown man like me is a little scared..."
Zhang Hao smiled bitterly and shook his head.
A female medical staff member who was traveling with her could not help but turn pale: "This place is spooky, even scarier than the scenes in horror movies. Let alone a month, you will go crazy even if you stay here for one night."
"Okay, let's go there quickly!"
Zhang Hao waved his hand and took the lead to walk towards the villa.
"Consul, welcome to inspect our scientific research station."
"Thank you for your hard work."
After some introductions, Captain Liu of the sub-station led everyone to visit the scientific research station. In fact, there was nothing interesting to see. There were several computers in the hall, which displayed real-time monitoring data of Mount Fuji volcano.
After the visit, Zhang Hao sat down with the five team members and chatted about work and life.
"Captain Liu, where are you from?"
"My hometown is Yandu; Lao Wang is from Pucheng; James is from the other side; Little John is German; as for Mr. Sanada, this is his hometown."
Zhang Hao was suddenly curious: "Mr. Sanada, have you never left Nissan?"
"Consul, no." Sanada Taketa shook his head, "Our family moved to Yandu ten years ago. A few years ago, I heard that the scientific research station was recruiting people, and it happened to be within my professional scope, so I
I entered the scientific research station through recruitment and have been working there ever since."
The reason why he is willing to come back is that he can never let go of his hometown and wants to do his best for his hometown;
On the other hand, the employment environment in Yandu was not very friendly and it was difficult to find a job. The scientific research station was considered an iron rice bowl after all, and the salary was pretty good, so he had no choice.
Zhang Hao smiled and encouraged him, and then continued to ask with concern: "Can everyone adapt to the life on the mountain?"
Captain Liu smiled and nodded: "It was indeed a bit uncomfortable at first, but as time went on, I gradually got used to it. Anyway, each rotation lasts for a month, so it will pass after you get through it."
“How do you generate electricity on the mountain?”
"Battery, we don't use much electricity on the mountain. We usually carry the battery down the mountain to charge it every three or four months, and then carry it back up again," Captain Liu replied.
"What should we do if we encounter bad weather and the roads are blocked and we can't get down the mountain in time?"
Zhang Hao asked.
"It's okay. There is also a hand-operated generator at the sub-station, which can be used for emergencies."
“Are our material reserves here sufficient?”
Captain Liu said with confidence: "Consul, please rest assured, the situation on the mountain is special, and the sub-station has enough daily supplies for a year. Even if an emergency occurs, we can handle it with ease."
"I feel relieved now." Zhang Hao smiled slightly.
Next, everyone had a simple lunch at the sub-station. They all brought their own food. After the meal, everyone stood at the entrance of the sub-station, took a group photo together, and then set off on their way back.
Going down the mountain was much faster than going up the mountain. Before five o'clock in the afternoon, everyone returned to the main scientific research station.
Zhang Hao didn't stay long and didn't even eat dinner. Before leaving, he donated a batch of living supplies to the scientific research station and then returned to the "Navy One".
…
"Brother-in-law, I heard that you climbed Mount Fuji today?" Yang Haoxuan came over and said hello.
"What? Regret it?"
Zhang Hao hammered his sore knee.
Yang Hao
"Don't worry, there is snow on the top of the mountain. We haven't reached the top of the mountain, and the mountain is very desolate. It's scarier than a horror movie. There's nothing interesting to see."
Zhang Hao sighed deeply.
"I'm not afraid of horror. The scarier it is, the more exciting it is." Yang Haoxuan said indifferently.
Zhang Hao smiled helplessly and asked casually: "Nothing big happened in the past few days when I left, right?"
The communication at the scientific research station is very poor. There is no Internet and we can only communicate with the outside through radio.
"Everything is normal." Yang Haoxuan nodded, "However, there seems to be some big news on the other side, and it seems to be related to us."
"What news?"
Zhang Hao suddenly became serious.
"The Panama Channel has been occupied by a group of terrorists. If this matter cannot be resolved, our global trip may have to be rerouted."
Yang Haoxuan said casually.
Remember, this is a strait, not a canal.
Seriously speaking, the Yellowstone volcano eruption thirteen years ago was not all bad.
The shocking earthquake that year completely tore North and South America apart, forming a strait several kilometers wide in the middle.
If it weren't for that earthquake, today's "Panama" Canal would have become a useless canal due to the drop in sea levels, and the two oceans would have been completely cut off.
After all, the Drake Strait in the south was frozen a few years ago, so that South America and the Antarctic continent were connected, making the road smooth.
"What? The Panama Strait has been occupied by others?" Zhang Hao couldn't help but be shocked, "Are you kidding me? Can such an important transportation channel be occupied by pirates?"
Could it be that the local naval base is just a display? It can't even deal with a mere pirate?
Or is it that the navy is complicit and has turned traitor?
Yang Haoxuan shrugged, took out his tablet, opened the news, and handed it over.
Zhang Hao took it and read it carefully. It turned out that it was different from what he imagined. The pirates were very smart. They used two cargo ships to block the Panama Strait and hijacked eight cargo ships.
If the navy dares to attack by force, they will blow up all the cargo ships and completely block the strait.
The Navy has taken the initiative and the two sides are still in a stalemate. As for the specific negotiation process, the news has not been made public.
Seeing this, Zhang Hao could no longer sit still and immediately contacted the Executive Dean on the phone.
As soon as the call was connected, he couldn't wait to ask: "Lao Fan, what's going on over the Panama Strait? How is it now?"
"Lao Zhang, are you back from your inspection at Nissan?"
Fan Zhenxiang asked instead without answering.
"Yes, I just got back on Marine One, and as soon as I got on the ship, I heard about it."
Zhang Hao replied casually.
"Don't worry, this matter will be resolved soon and will not affect your next trip."
Fan Zhenxiang assured.
Immediately afterwards, he introduced what happened: "That group of militants belonged to a separatist armed group in Brazil. They are one of the three major warlords in Brazil. Their leader is Santos, and their base is in the southern state of Sao Paulo.
Some time ago, they encountered a joint attack by two other major warlords, resulting in heavy losses. The reason why they occupied the Panama Strait this time is very simple: they want us to help them mediate the war."
"Isn't this guy brave?"
Zhang Hao said in disbelief.
A little warlord dared to challenge the central government. Who gave him the courage?
"The warlord struggles in South America are fierce, and families are being destroyed at every turn. This Santos is probably desperate."
"Despaired? Since he has the ability to plan to occupy the Panama Strait, shouldn't he be able to flee overseas?"
Zhang Hao looked puzzled.
Fan Zhenxiang explained with a smile: "Where can he escape? If he leaves Basi, he will be a big fat piece of meat that can be slaughtered by others, and we will not let him go."
"I see, how to solve this matter?"
"I can only try my best to help him mediate."
Fan Zhenxiang said helplessly.
"Is this okay? If other people follow the same example, then it's okay? Wouldn't it be chaos?"
Zhang Hao frowned.
Fan Zhenxiang coughed and directly revealed the answer: "Santos agrees to join us, so the central government will not suffer a loss."
"Can the two warlords agree? If this matter is not handled well, the whole Basi will be in chaos."
Zhang Hao expressed concerns.
"Don't worry, I've sent people to negotiate with them and we've almost reached an agreement. Both sides can get what they need."
"How did you talk about it?"
Zhang Hao asked calmly.
"I was just about to inform you that I am planning to give up Basilia and completely withdraw from the interior."
Fan Zhenxiang answered truthfully.
Zhang Hao was stunned: "Do you really want to give up Basilia?"
As we all know, Brasilia is the capital of the Brasilia region and the second largest city after Rio de Janeiro. Putting aside economic benefits, this symbolic meaning is also not simple.
"Basilia is so deep inland that it is too inconvenient to manage, and it is surrounded by large and small warlords, which poses great security risks. Rather than being stuck inland, we should use our advantages and concentrate our efforts to control the coastal areas."
Fan Zhenxiang explained in detail.
After hearing this, Zhang Hao nodded subconsciously: "What you said makes sense. Coastal areas do have advantages over inland areas. At least they have convenient transportation. In case of an attack, the navy can provide timely reinforcements."
"That's what I think about. South America is too big. As long as we firmly control energy, we won't be afraid of rebellion by those warlords."
Fan Zhenxiang quickly agreed.
"Is that Santos reliable? If we don't help him, will he come back to bite us?"
"No, once this matter is resolved, Santos will leave South America and move his family to the capital. We will provide him with protection."
"That's good."
Zhang Hao breathed a sigh of relief.
Immediately afterwards, the two talked about other topics, especially the electric helicopter. The two quickly reached a consensus and planned to fully promote mass production.
After hanging up the phone, Zhang Hao felt a little worried and immediately called Chief of Staff Xia Congwen. He was afraid that Fan Zhenxiang had deliberately dug a trap for him and wanted to put him in danger.
After hearing this, Xia Congwen quickly comforted him and said:
"Consul, you don't have to worry. The story is pretty much the same as what Fan Zhenxiang said. If you ask me, it's better to give up Basilia so that you don't have to take risks.
Overall, the coastal areas of South America are very safe and are basically under our control, so there will definitely be no problems with safety."
"I feel relieved when I hear you say that." Zhang Hao calmed down and then changed the topic: "By the way, the conditions at the Nissan Scientific Research Station are more difficult. Please go back and help me inform Haotian Group and let them
Donate a batch of supplies."
"Well, I remember it. What's the specific number?"
"Prepare at least 200 million supplies and send them over as soon as possible." Zhang Hao ordered.
"Okay, I will say hello to the people below and let them handle this matter first."
Xia Congwen agreed wholeheartedly.
…
After dinner, Zhang Hao took his brother-in-law to the medical room and planned to let the health doctor massage him. He was exhausted after a day of hiking.
"Consul, is this strength okay?"
Dr. Li asked cordially.
Zhang Hao smiled and replied: "Well, this strength is just right, neither light nor heavy."
Yang Haoxuan next to him also had a look of enjoyment on his face. The doctor at the Consul's Mansion was really awesome. This massage technique was amazing and made people want to stop.
I must look for opportunities to come more often in the future.
Dr. Li advised while massaging:
"Archon, your physical condition is really good, but you are a little overweight. We will be at sea for a month next. I suggest that you set aside two hours a day for exercise."
Generally speaking, it only takes half a month to cross the Pacific Ocean, but due to the polar night environment and complicated sea conditions, the ship's speed cannot be increased at all, so a month is considered fast.
"Okay, this time I climbed the mountain, I also found that my physical strength has become much worse. I really need to exercise systematically." Zhang Hao nodded.
Yang Haoxuan touched his face and couldn't help but interject: "Brother-in-law, I will exercise with you."
"Okay." Zhang Hao simply replied with one word.
Yang Haoxuan nodded, and then asked:
"Brother-in-law, where is our next stop?"
"It's not clear yet. The landing location will be determined based on the actual situation, but it should be within California, either San Francisco or Los Angeles."
Zhang Hao replied.
“Are there still residents in California?”
"Definitely. California is the largest gathering area on the West Coast. It is said that there are hundreds of thousands of waste pickers there, which is not a small number if you compare it to the mainland."
You know, California has developed industry and commerce and is the location of the famous "Silicon Valley". There are many treasures buried underground, and many scavengers come here after hearing the news.
As soon as Zhang Hao finished speaking, a whistle echoed through the sky outside. After four hours of preparation, "Navy One" was finally about to set sail.
ps: It’s the last day of the month, don’t waste your monthly pass!