The Beginning of Natural Disaster, I Won by Hoarding Tens of Billions of Supplies

Chapter 612: Sister, I Understand Everything

Rong Sanshao’s invitation caught Jiang Ning completely off guard. Was the sun rising from the west? 

He said in a very generous tone, “Zhang Chao, Lu Yu, and a few others just arrived in Fengcheng to check in. We’ve been old friends for years, so I have to give them a warm welcome.” 

Back when they were in the New City villa district, they used to gather together for hotpot. 

Jiang Ning asked, “How are they settling in?” 

“They brought over a thousand people, and there’s no place for them to stay right now. They’ve been placed in a temporary guesthouse.” 

“Guesthouse?” 

It had been more than three months, and the changes in the base were huge. 

Since the special salvage team brought back a lot of fuel, the military trucks were running again. The transportation of coal, red bricks, and lime was much more efficient. 

Production was expanding rapidly. 

There were many job vacancies, and Fengcheng residents didn’t have to worry about work. 

The military tents that were once set up were all taken down and repurposed as temporary guesthouses for the city’s use. The military camp was entirely replaced with red brick houses. 

Jiang Ning hadn’t really noticed, but it was clear that there were a lot more houses in the city now. It was no longer the desolate place it was when she first arrived, with barely a red brick house in sight. 

As a contributor to the construction, Rong Sanshao was quite proud. “Sister, the hospital is expanding too.” 

He was also saving points, hoping to build a red brick villa soon. 

Honestly, Rong Sanshao was very optimistic about the future and glad he’d made the wise decision to stay. 

Not only did he reconnect with his family, but he was also reunited with his sister, and everything was developing in a positive direction. 

The city’s growth was inevitable, and it was all as Jiang Ning had anticipated. But hearing Rong Sanshao speak of it still made her heart swell with joy. 

How to put it? When one’s thinking and mindset change, building the base feels like raising a puppy. It’s like nurturing your own little one. 

Watching it grow strong—what parent wouldn’t be happy about that? 

Having just returned today, Jiang Ning had to miss out on the reunion dinner. “You all go ahead, I’ll treat you tomorrow.” 

She paused, then asked, “Are Zhang Chao and the others getting used to Fengcheng?” 

“It’s like heaven here. What’s there to get used to?” 

The day Zhang Chao and his group arrived, Rong Sanshao sent over sweet potatoes and potatoes as a gesture of goodwill. He even gave them a chicken and a duck from his own farm. 

Though they weren’t life-and-death friends, he’d made sure they got settled, all to give Jiang Ning face, and later, he’d made sure they had everything they needed. 

Since there weren’t many survivors left in Fengcheng, especially among the friends they knew, it made their bond even closer. 

But Rong Sanshao’s grand gesture had a deeper reason. 

He hadn’t expected Zhang Chao and his group to be so capable. Not only had they survived, but they also managed to keep the Fire Seed Containers intact and even built a team of over a thousand people. 

Fengcheng only had around 12,000 people, and they’d brought in over a thousand. Their strength couldn’t be underestimated. 

Because of that, the military in Fengcheng had given them high ranks and positions. 

Whether for his own interests or his role as his sister’s reliable right-hand man, Rong Sanshao wasn’t about to miss this opportunity. 

“Sister, I’ve already sent them some supplies, including clothes and other necessities.” 

Doing what he needed to do and taking credit where it was due, Rong Sanshao wouldn’t miss the chance to show off. “They’re all from the villa district. We’ve been through life-and-death situations together, and they’re your best friends, so they deserve the best care. No one should be mistreated, especially not them.” 

Jiang Ning: “…” Thanks. 

Rong Sanshao acted all serious. “Sister, I understand everything.” 

Jiang Ning was puzzled. “What do you understand?” 

“Don’t worry. I’ve already made arrangements for the things you can’t handle directly.” 

Jiang Ning frowned, still not understanding. 

Rong Sanshao teased her with a grin. “Sister, they brought over a thousand people. Who wouldn’t want that kind of power? Someone’s already made a move behind the scenes.” 

“If it weren’t for you, sister, would Zhang Chao and the others even be alive? Now they’re trying to take credit? No chance.” 

“I’ve already hinted at everything I needed to. When the time comes, you’ll step in, secure them military merits and positions, and make everything look good.” 

“The stage is set, the pieces are in place. I’ve got people in all the key military and political departments. As for who calls the shots in Fengcheng, that’s still your decision.” 

“After all this, Zhang Chao and the others will be forever grateful, loyal to you for life.” 

“With your connections and skills, plus the people Zhang Chao and the others brought with them, you’ll hold your own even against the commanders who already have their own troops.” 

Jiang Ning watched him quietly, saying nothing. 

Rong Sanshao turned his head away, irritated with himself for not holding back his words. 

Sister likes things with some depth. 

So, he lightly slapped his own face, realizing he’d been too careless. 

As the middleman, it was enough to understand what she wanted without needing to say it. 

Jiang Ning rubbed her temples, her patience running thin from Rong Sanshao’s overactive imagination. “When it comes to rewards or assignments, the higher-ups will figure it out. Don’t overstep.” 

“Be careful, you might make things worse.” 

“Right, sister, I get it,” Rong Sanshao quickly backed off. 

Jiang Ning spoke up again, “I won’t be free tonight. You guys enjoy yourselves and go find them tomorrow.” 

Rong Sanshao understood, “Sister, my cooking skills aren’t good. Can you give me some hotpot ingredients?” 

“They’re in the kitchen, help yourself.” 

So, Rong Sanshao grabbed the hotpot ingredients and the jar to carry away. 

Before the meal was ready, Gu Tinglin came back. 

The base was developing quickly, and the military work was getting busier, with overtime becoming routine. 

When he heard his daughter was back, he didn’t dare stay at work any longer, wanting to avoid another one of her “talks.” 

Shu Xueqing also managed to take a rare early shift off. 

When her brother and sister-in-law weren’t around, Doudou usually ate dinner at the farm before coming back home. 

But this time, the mischievous dog specifically ran to the farm to call her back for dinner. 

With that excited little wagging tail and happy expression, Doudou knew right away that her brother and sister-in-law were home. 

After more than three months away, the new batch of poultry at the farm was almost ready for sale. 

So, the family could openly eat meat, unlike before when they had to hide it. 

Especially Shu Xueqing, who would brush her teeth after eating and head out again to avoid anyone smelling the food and causing any issues for her husband or stepdaughter. 

Once everyone was back at the table, it was a little later than usual for dinner. 

The meal included fragrant stewed chicken, ginger stir-fried duck, scrambled eggs with tomatoes, cold cucumber salad, and greens. 

Whether anyone else was hungry didn’t matter, but the greedy dog was practically drooling, looking up at the “poop scooper” like it was about to say “mom.” 

Just as they were about to dig in, someone knocked on the door. 

“Old Gu.” 

It was Yu Changzheng, with his wife and daughter in tow, carrying gifts in hand. 

He never imagined his daughter would actually still be alive, and that the special salvage team had gone to the New Continent to rescue her from the Americans’ concentration camp. 

Yu Yin had been injured on the boat and was hanging on by a thread when Jiang Ning saved her with medicine. 

The lives of this family—both father and daughter—had been saved by her. 

No words of gratitude could ever be enough, but they still had to show their respect, so here they were, right after dinner. 

Doudou, being sensible, immediately stood up to set three extra places at the table. 

Yu Changzheng hurried to stop her. “You guys eat, we already had dinner, we’ll just join you afterward.” 

These days, no one has it easy; even mooching off a meal can lead to trouble.”