183 I’ll Be Responsible for Making Money to Support the Family
Many people who had no source of income ran out of their houses to sign up as soon as they saw the base’s recruitment notice. They were afraid that if they were late, their spots would be taken by others. Du Yue and He Xing stayed at home and had no intention of working. However, they thought that the base had done the right thing. Even so, they still had some doubts.
“The base is so large, and they plan to install a street light every two meters. Even if we don’t count some small roads, the number of street lights needed is very shocking. Where can they find so many street lights in such a short time?”
He Xing laughed and tapped the tip of Du Yue’s nose. “I’ve told you so many times about the base, but you didn’t listen. There are so many scientists in the base. They must have their own plans after staying in the laboratory day and night. The sudden earthquake almost razed the entire city to the ground, but there were many things in the ruins that could be recycled. After the earthquake, the base sent many people to the ruins to collect things that could be reused. The residents in the base could also go out to collect supplies. If they could bring back useful things to sell to the base, the base would pay them accordingly. These street lights most likely came from this.”
Du Yue recalled that He Xing had indeed mentioned this to her before, but she did not want to join in the fun of picking up trash with the others, so she just kept her ears to herself. He Xing reached out and put an arm around Du Yue’s shoulder. “I’m guessing the next project will begin soon after the street light project is over. Since I have nothing to do at home, I’ll go join them. When the time comes, I’ll be in charge of making money for the family, and you’ll be in charge of cooking at home and waiting for me to come back.”
“What’s the next project? I didn’t see anything about the next project in the base’s announcement.”
“Before the project officially begins, it’s being kept confidential. The next project is to build an underground city. After the thick fog, there’s the eternal night and acid rain. After these natural disasters, our normal living environment was no longer suitable for human habitation. Not only was it unsafe, but it was also not conducive to management. If we have an underground city, all these problems will be solved. It’s a good idea.”
Du Yue listened to He Xing’s explanation quietly. She also felt that the base had made the right decision. However, looking at the little house that had just been decorated, she could not help but feel a little melancholic. “We just moved in not long ago. Are we moving again?”
“We won’t be moving anytime soon. There are many people in the base. It’ll take a long time to build an underground city that can accommodate everyone. In addition to that, the construction will definitely take longer than before the apocalypse. I estimate that at best, it’ll take about two years to complete.”
Du Yue nodded. It made sense. Building an underground city was more difficult as building a house. However, since He Xing said he was joining the operation, she was curious as to what he would be helping with. “Will you be moving bricks?”
He Xing did not expect Du Yue to say something so shocking. He laughed so hard that he could barely catch his breath. “If I had to move bricks, I wouldn’t be joining.”
“You’re right.” How many contribution points could he earn by carrying bricks for a day? It was too tiring and the contribution points were too little. It was not worth it.
Before Du Yue could ask again, He Xing took the initiative to explain, “The construction of the underground city is not only to satisfy our living conditions but also to ensure everyone’s safety. I’m going to be tasked with weapons and equipment.”
Du Yue finally understood after He Xing’s explanation. “I see. Do you have to go to work every day?”
“I don’t know yet. After all, the project hasn’t officially started yet. We’ll only know after all the street lights are installed.”
The houses had to be built brick by brick, and the roads had to be paved step by step. Du Yue stretched her body and adjusted herself into a more comfortable sitting position. “I don’t know anything about this, so I can’t go with you.”
She did not know how to do professional work in the construction of an underground city. The physical work was either digging, painting, or moving bricks. It was not easy for her to be reborn, and she did not want to do manual labor.
“You don’t have to know everything. If you want to go, you can try being a supervisor.” He Xing suggested in a serious manner. Du Yue looked at He Xing in surprise. She did not expect him to recommend her this. The construction of the underground city was a very important project of the base. It was unrealistic to be a supervisor of this project without power and influence. Since He Xing had offered to let her be the supervisor, he must have arranged everything for Du Yue in advance.
However, after careful consideration, Du Yue still declined. “Forget it. We don’t lack money. You’re not going out to work just to earn contribution points either. We’re in different situations. I’ll just stay at home and cook for you.”