"Why, why couldn't you come earlier!? If you could have come earlier, everything wouldn't be like this!!"
Nangong Li suddenly grabbed my collar and roared at me angrily. Her pretty face stained by dust was so close to me that I could clearly see the anger in her eyes.
I can't refute what she said, just like what she said, I regret it immensely. If I could have been earlier, if I could have been stronger, everything would not be like this.
The team members who were drinking and talking yesterday were obviously taken away from their lives today. On the second day after the team was formed, they lost a member and can no longer be complete.
Why is this, God, although I don’t believe you, but please tell me, is this to tell me how powerless I am?
"That's enough, Dr. Nangong Li, this man just went through a fight to the death."
Finally, a soldier who lost half his leg spoke for me. Dr. Nangong Li looked at my body with a surprised look, and slowly let go of his hands holding my collar.
Only then did I suddenly realize that this body was covered with bruises. The powerful energy that had been replenished had been completely consumed in the battle, and the unscientific self-healing ability had also disappeared. However, at this moment, the sadness was far greater than the pain.
I stared at the smoke-filled city in a daze, my throat was choked with sobs, my nose and eyes were sore, I clenched my teeth, but I couldn't cry.
The army that left the city to fight against the tide of mutant creatures came back, and the transport plane took away everyone in the upper floors of Century Tower and went to the medical headquarters of Luoan Central City.
I was in a trance during the whole process. When I came back to my senses, I was lying on the hospital bed with my body covered in bandages.
I struggled out of bed, went to inquire, and found Ryoko Tsukimori's ward. She was probably the most seriously injured member of the team, if you ignore the serious injuries I had suffered that were recovered by my super self-healing ability.
I don't know how she is doing now, but I hope she is fine.
When I walked to the special care ward, I saw a couple there with a strange middle-aged man and a fat boy named Pu Mingquan.
"Captain! You don't have to force yourself out of bed!"
"It's okay, who are these?"
Pu Mingquan said anxiously when he found me. I waved my hand to indicate there was no problem.
"We are Ryoko's parents."
"I am this boy's father."
The couple and the strange man replied. It can indeed be seen that the couple and Ryoko Tsukimori are very similar, but is the strange middle-aged man actually the father of Park Mingquan? They are not very similar in height or appearance. It is better to say
A father is much more masculine than his son.
Yes, they also have their own families and parents. As the captain, I can't protect them well. I just rely on them blindly.
"I am Ryoko and Mingquan's captain, Lu Yanrenya, codenamed Momonga. I'm really, really sorry for not being able to protect them!"
I put my hands on my thighs and lowered my head deeply. I didn't know how to express my regret other than this.
"Please raise your head, Mr. Captain, you and I both know that there is nothing we can do about it."
"No, this is my responsibility."
If I wasn't strong enough, things wouldn't be like this.
"A person's power is always limited. Liangzi is a strong child. Ever since she became an explorer, she has been aware of the dangers she may face in the future. The same is true for us, so please raise your head, Mr. Captain, this is not
It’s your responsibility alone.”
"I...How is Liangzi doing?"
"Ryoko's injuries have stabilized and are not life-threatening. The doctor is doing final examinations. Captain, don't worry too much, it's just..."
The couple hesitated and continued,
"It's just that Ryoko's head was severely injured. Even with the best current medical technology, the damage cannot be completely repaired. It is very likely that she will not be able to continue her career as an explorer in the future."
The sudden bad news hit my heart again. I clenched my fists and my hands were shaking. I didn’t know what to say. Maybe after leaving the career of Explorer, Ryoko Tsukimori would no longer be in danger, and she would be much safer.
.
But more importantly, I am unwilling to give in and have mixed feelings in my heart.
We have all lost too much in this war.
With a click, the door to the ward opened, and a doctor in a white coat walked out.
"The patient's injuries are no longer serious, but he is not able to move freely for the time being and needs adequate rest. Please keep quiet if you come to visit."
"Yes, thank you very much doctor."
The couple expressed their gratitude sincerely, and the doctor nodded and left.
Walking gently into the ward, a beautiful brown-haired girl was lying quietly on the bed. Her breathing was very even and her sleeping face was very peaceful. A machine was monitoring her vital signs next to her.
I felt an inexplicable discomfort in my heart again, if I could prevent this from happening.
"Captain, you are also injured. Go back to your room and rest quickly. Mingquan is the same as you. Just leave this place to us two old guys."
After hearing what Ryoko Tsukimori's parents said, Park Mingquan and I looked at each other and exited the room.
Waiting in the room is Park Mingquan's father, a very strong and masculine man.
"Mr. Captain, you have the heart to protect Liangzi and Mingquan. As Mingquan's father, I am very happy to be honest. However, I am very sorry. I don't remember that I have Mingquan.
The boy was taught to be a person who needs protection from others. I made him an explorer in the hope that he could learn how to protect others."
Park Mingquan's father rubbed Park Mingquan's head hard and showed a very manly smile.
"So, please don't pamper this kid too much and train him hard. From now on, this kid will also be counting on you."
"Yes, I understand."
"Wow, Captain, don't listen to daddy's nonsense!"
"Shut up, you brat, you are not a man if you can't even protect the girl you like. Do you still have the nerve to scream here?!"
Pu Mingquan closed his mouth. He could not refute his father's words, and his eyes were full of unwillingness.
"Become stronger with me. One day, we will not lose to anyone."
I stretched out my hand. Yes, just like Ryoko's parents said, a person's power is limited, but if you are with a companion, you may be able to become stronger. It is still too slow to grow alone.
"yes!"
Pu Mingquan burst into tears and held my hand tightly.
"Okay, without further ado, let's make a training plan now."
As the saying goes, it's better to choose a day than to hit it. Let's start getting stronger today. "Eh? But, captain, you can't be discharged from the hospital today."
Nani! It does seem like this is the case and I made a mistake.
"Hahahaha, Mr. Captain, you are really an interesting person. You obviously look cold."
Park Mingquan's father burst out laughing.
As a result, all three of us were warned by a passing nurse.