In those days of Plants vs. Zombies

Chapter 564 Mercenary Group

It's one thing if others don't know, but Norman is well aware of it.

With Fengyu's strength, she could easily handle even a fully armed imperial army.

Instead of worrying about Fengyu's safety, they should focus on how to get back to courtyard number 5905 safely.

The university cluster is located near the central area of ​​Abandoned City No. 59, while Courtyard No. 5905 is far away in the southeastern suburbs.

The dangers along the way are self-evident.

Both the large number of low-level zombies and the monsters roaming the ruined city are threats that need to be guarded against.

"Ms. Wisdom Tree... should have received the news that we are about to return, right?"

Lorne turned to Norman and asked about the backup arrangements.

Norman then took out the now-malfunctioning transmitter and casually fiddled with it in his hand:

"If the signal is not interfered with, the War Court will receive the signal when I use the transmitter, and then begin to arrange for a convoy and personnel to come and pick us up."

"That's great! There's no way we could possibly escort hundreds of homeless people with just our small group!"

Irving excitedly pumped his fist, looking full of energy.

"But...which plant spirit warriors can the courtyard send to meet us? The homeowner and Mr. Titan's two exploration teams haven't returned yet..."

Klein tilted his head and posed a crucial question.

Owen suddenly realized: "That's right, there are at least a dozen plant spirit warriors who participated in this exploration of the ruined city, but not many plant spirit warriors stayed behind in the courtyard."

"If the courtyard is invaded and casualties occur, it is unlikely that more personnel will be able to be dispatched to provide support."

Upon hearing Lorne's words, the Rhinelots fell silent.

A gust of cold wind blew by, causing Lorne and Owen, who were dressed in light clothing, to sneeze a few times.

Just as they were racking their brains trying to figure out how to break the deadlock, they heard footsteps overhead.

The Rheinlots were on watch at the entrance of the stairwell on the first floor of the apartment building. Upon hearing the sound, they immediately turned to look at the stairwell.

"Good evening, senior Norman, senior Lorne, senior Owen, and Klein."

Appearing before the Rheinlots were Eve, carrying something, and Zhao Tong, who was carrying a large sword and following closely behind.

Upon seeing that the visitors were Eve and Zhao Tong, Rheinlot and the others relaxed their guard.

"Little Eve, it's so late, go and get some rest. We still have a long journey ahead of us tomorrow."

Out of concern for his comrade, Lorne whispered a reminder.

"Understood, Senior Lorne, Eve is here to bring you this."

Eve put down what she was carrying, a small stove: "Eve put a stove in each of the homeless people's rooms so that they wouldn't get cold."

This is a tool called a solar heater, a mobile light source that can continuously provide heat by simply replenishing it with sunlight energy on time.

For this trip, Eve carried several heaters in a capsule storage device, just in case.

It's just the right time of year when the weather is getting cooler, and it's perfect for this. Sitting around a bright, warm stove at night can also reduce the risk of catching a cold.

"A heater? Little Eve is so thoughtful."

Irving stood up and took the heater, which had been replenished with sunlight, from Eve's hands.

Feeling the heat emanating from them, the other Rheinlots immediately swarmed around to warm themselves.

"This child is very thoughtful."

Zhao Tong patted Eve on the shoulder with great satisfaction, sparing no praise.

Feeling a little embarrassed by Zhao Tong's praise, Eve's face flushed slightly.

But she still earnestly reminded her, "If the heater runs out of power, remember to come to Eve to refill it."

After saying that, Eve left in a hurry, and Zhao Tong quickly followed to make sure she was always in his sight.

With the warmth provided by the fireplace, the Rheinlots' nighttime conversation was able to continue.

The conversation continued to revolve around the return journey, as this was their most important task at the moment.

Norman frowned: "Leaving aside the courtyard for now, how many people do we have available here?"

Owen counted on his fingers: "Our four members of the Rhinelot family, Senior Zhao, Old Kang, and Little Eve, and Captain Wind Whisper is not here, so there are only seven plant spirit warriors left."

Lorne asked curiously, "How many plant spirit warriors are among the people recruited this time?"

"Besides Ms. Su Nuan (Garlic Plant Spirit), we have recruited a blacksmith (Iron Hammer Orchid Plant Spirit), a blacksmith apprentice (Big Hammer Mushroom Plant Spirit), a sniper (Coconut Sniper Plant Spirit), and two weed Plant Spirits carrying firearms."

Klein thought about it carefully and then answered his third brother's question.

All things considered, they have managed to gather thirteen plant spirit warriors.

Lorne added, "That Harmony Walker is very strong. She's a kind-hearted girl, and if she's in danger, she'll surely lend a helping hand."

Upon hearing this, Norman breathed a sigh of relief: "A scout with seventh-level plant spirit power... well, he can also take over Captain Wind Whisper's duties."

They were still somewhat afraid that Feng Yu, the former plant spirit hero with ninth-level plant spirit power, was not around.

Venturing deep into the ruins of a city for the first time without high-end combat capabilities truly took a huge risk.

"But fourteen plant spirit warriors... are far from enough. We need more combat power to ensure that the team can reach courtyard number 5905 smoothly."

"How about... we go ask those newcomers? They've been in the settlement for a while, maybe they can find a way to resolve this."

Owen's suggestion enlightened Norman, who nodded approvingly and then whispered, "Okay, if they're not asleep yet, Lorne, Owen, Klein, go and invite them over."

"clear."

"Row."

"Okay, second brother, I'll go right away."

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Before long, three Rheinlots led several figures down the stairs.

Belilenko and Ham followed Irving, while Klein led Simmons and two others.

Lorne quickly walked to Norman's side and whispered in his ear, "Ms. Su Nuan has already gone to sleep, so I won't disturb her."

"It doesn't matter."

Norman waved his hand and turned his gaze to the five people in front of him.

"Norman Brothers, what brings you here so late?"

Berylenko yawned and asked curiously.

His apprentice Ham, on the other hand, was quite energetic, his gaze sweeping over the Rheinlots as if he were admiring their equipment.

Simmons didn't speak, but stood quietly in place with Qianming Shunjue.

Norman was silent for a moment, probably considering how to start, but in the end Lorne stepped forward and briefly explained their current predicament.

"That's the situation, gentlemen."

Lorne shrugged helplessly, his tone very sincere: "We are severely understaffed, and the escort team is under immense pressure. I invited everyone here to ask for your suggestions."

"Lacking manpower? I have a solution!"

Before the others could speak, Bellenko suddenly slapped his forehead and excitedly shouted, "There happens to be a B-level mercenary group in the settlement, and their leader is someone I know very well."

Norman asked in confusion, "A mercenary group?"

Berylenko nodded: "That's right. Since I plan to move to the courtyard, I left the weapons I didn't intend to take with me with them. With this relationship, hiring them to escort us back to the courtyard is absolutely no problem!"

“Master is right. That mercenary group has dozens of members, and the leader and deputy leader are both very capable.”

Ham also spoke highly of the mercenary group Berylenko had mentioned: "They've been resting in their settlement these past few days, and they certainly won't miss out on business that's come knocking on their door."

[A mercenary group? Or someone I know? That's certainly a good choice.]

Thinking this, Norman smiled with satisfaction: "Then I'll trouble you, Master Belilenko, to help us contact that mercenary group."