"I came here specifically to thank you. I originally thought this clearing mission would take a full week to complete."
"But I never expected you to get it done as soon as you arrived. This means our plan to build the outpost can be moved up significantly. You're a true benefactor to our Shakou Shelter!" Ji Qirong said, his face full of gratitude. His expression didn't seem feigned in the slightest.
But his words of thanks left Lin Xinghai a bit bewildered. "Uh… actually, the help we provided wasn't as dramatic as you make it sound. Even without our squad, you would have been able to clear this area in a few more days."
"It's not the same." Ji Qirong glanced at Lin Xinghai and hesitated for a moment before explaining, "There are some things you might not know. Do you have any idea how many shelters there are in our country in total?"
Lin Xinghai rubbed his nose. "Er, I'm actually not too clear on that."
