Mixed in the last days as a salted fish

Chapter 348 Panama Strait

After rest, continue climbing.

The second half of the walk is more difficult, the slope is very steep, and almost all are small trails, and in some places only one person is allowed to pass, which is very difficult.

But fortunately, the wind is small today, and we can persist.

It took more than two hours, and near noon, the scientific research station finally arrived.

"Consul, here we are."

Stationmaster Sun gasped and shouted loudly.

Zhang Hao looked up, and what caught his eyes was a two-story small villa with a dilapidated appearance. There were weak lights in the villa, which was very conspicuous in the darkness.

This situation made him unable to help expressing emotion:

"It's really remote on the mountain. If you meet someone with poor mental quality, you probably wouldn't dare to live here."

Stationmaster Sun echoed with a smile: "Haha, that's true. There are only five team members here, all of whom are male, and they take one round of rest every month. As for the female team members, they would rather stay at the foot of the mountain to do odd jobs than to go to work. Going up the mountain, it’s useless to drive several times the salary.”

"Let's not talk about the female team members, I, a big man, feel a little scared..."

Zhang Hao smiled wryly and shook his head.

A female medical staff who was with her couldn't help but turn pale: "This place is eerie, even more terrifying than scenes in horror movies. Let alone staying for a month, you will go crazy if you stay here for one night."

"Okay, let's hurry over there!"

Zhang Hao waved his hand and took the lead to walk towards the villa.

"Consul, welcome to inspect our research station."

"Everyone has worked hard."

After some introductions, Captain Liu of the substation led everyone to visit the scientific research station. In fact, there was nothing to see. There were several computers in the hall, and the real-time monitoring data of Mount Fushi Volcano were displayed on them.

After the visit, Zhang Hao sat with five team members and chatted about work and life.

"Captain Liu, where are you from?"

"My hometown is from Yandu; Old Wang is from Pucheng; James is from the other side; Little John is from Germany; as for Mr. Sanada, this is his hometown."

Zhang Hao suddenly became curious: "Mr. Sanada, have you never left Nissan?"

"Consul, no." Taketa Sanada shook his head, "Our family moved to Yandu ten years ago, and a few years ago I heard that the scientific research station was recruiting people, which happened to be within my professional scope, so I He entered the scientific research station through recruitment and has been working until now.”

The reason why he is willing to come back, on the one hand, is that he still cannot let go of his hometown and wants to do his best for his hometown;

On the other hand, the employment environment in Yandu is not very friendly, and it is difficult to find a job. The scientific research station can be regarded as a solid job anyway, and the salary is not bad, so he has no choice.

Zhang Hao gave a few words of encouragement with a smile, and then continued to ask with concern: "Can everyone adapt to the life on the mountain?"

Captain Liu smiled and nodded: "At first, I was not used to it, but after a long time, I gradually got used to it. Anyway, each rotation lasts for a month, and it will pass after a while."

"What do you rely on to generate electricity on the mountain?"

"The battery doesn't use much electricity on the mountain. Usually, I carry the battery down the mountain every three to four months to recharge it, and then carry it up again." Captain Liu replied.

"What should I do if there is bad weather and the road is impassable and I can't go down the mountain in time?"

Zhang Hao asked.

"It's okay, the substation also has a hand generator, which can be used for emergency."

"Is our material reserve here sufficient?"

Captain Liu said confidently: "Don't worry, Consul. The situation on the mountain is special. The substation has enough living supplies for a year. Even if an emergency occurs, it can be handled freely."

"I'm relieved." Zhang Hao smiled slightly.

Next, everyone had a simple lunch at the substation, and they brought their own food. After the meal, the big guys stood at the gate of the substation, took a group photo together, and then set foot on the return journey.

The speed of going down the mountain was much faster than that of going up the mountain. Before five o'clock in the afternoon, everyone returned to the main scientific research station.

Zhang Hao didn't stay long, didn't even eat dinner, donated a batch of living supplies to the scientific research station before leaving, and then returned to "Navy One".

……

"Brother-in-law, I heard that you climbed Mount Fuji today?" Yang Haoxuan came over to say hello.

"What? Regret it?"

Zhang Hao hammered his sore knee.

Yang Haoxuan nodded: "To be honest, there are indeed some. If I had known that I was going to climb Mount Fuji, I would have followed! Tsk tsk, if I posted a circle of friends on the top of the mountain, it would definitely be the most compelling."

"Don't worry, there is snow on the top of the mountain, we haven't reached the top of the mountain, and the mountain is very desolate, scarier than a horror movie, there is nothing to see."

Zhang Hao sighed deeply.

"I'm not afraid of horror, the scarier it is, the more exciting it is." Yang Haoxuan said disapprovingly.

Zhang Hao smiled helplessly, and asked casually, "Did anything major happen during the few days I left?"

At the scientific research station, the communication is very poor. There is no Internet, and the only way to communicate with the outside world is by radio.

"Everything is normal." Yang Haoxuan nodded, "However, there seems to be some news on the other side, and it is related to us."

"What news?"

Zhang Hao suddenly became serious.

"The Strait of Panama has been occupied by a group of terrorists. If this matter cannot be resolved, our round-the-world journey may have to be diverted."

Yang Haoxuan said casually.

Remember, this is a strait, not a canal.

Seriously speaking, the Yellowstone volcano eruption 13 years ago was not useless.

The shocking earthquake that year completely tore North America and South America apart, forming a strait several kilometers wide in the middle.

If it weren't for that earthquake, the current "Panama" Canal would have long since become a useless canal due to the drop in sea level, and the two oceans have been completely cut off.

After all, the Drake Passage in the south was frozen a few years ago, so that South America and the Antarctic continent became one piece, and instead became a smooth road.

"What? The Panama Strait has been taken by someone?" Zhang Hao couldn't help being taken aback, "Are you kidding me? Pirates can take over this kind of traffic route?"

Could it be that the local naval bases are all for decoration?Can't even deal with mere pirates?
Or is it that the navy has joined forces and turned apostate?

Yang Haoxuan shrugged, took out the tablet, opened the news, and handed it over.

Zhang Hao took it and read it carefully. It turned out that the matter was different from what he had imagined. The group of pirates was very smart. They forcibly blocked the Panama Strait with two freighters and hijacked eight freighters.

If the navy dares to attack by force, they will blow up all the freighters and completely block the strait.

The navy is wary, and the two sides are still in a stalemate. As for the specific negotiation process, the news has not made it public.

Seeing this, Zhang Hao couldn't sit still any longer, and immediately got in touch with the executive director by phone.

As soon as the phone was connected, he couldn't wait to ask: "Old Fan, what's going on over the Panama Strait? How is it now?"

"Old Zhang, are you back from inspecting Nissan?"

Fan Zhenxiang asked instead of answering.

"Yes, I just returned to Marine One, and as soon as I got on board, I heard about it."

Zhang Hao replied casually.

"Don't worry, this matter will be resolved soon and will not affect your next itinerary."

Fan Zhenxiang promised.

Immediately afterwards, he introduced what happened: "The group of militants belonged to a separatist armed force in Brazil. They are one of the three major warlords in Brazil. The leader is Santos, and their base is in the southern state of Sao Paulo.

Some time ago, they encountered a joint attack by the other two warlords, and suffered heavy losses. The reason why they occupied the Panama Strait this time is very simple, and they want us to help him mediate the war. "

"Isn't this guy timid?"

Zhang Hao couldn't believe it.

A little warlord dares to challenge the central government, who gave him the courage?

"The warlord struggle in South America is very fierce, and his family will be destroyed every now and then. This Santos is probably desperate."

"Desperate? Since he has the ability to plan to occupy the Panama Strait, can't he flee overseas?"

Zhang Hao was full of doubts.

Fan Zhenxiang explained with a smile: "Where can he escape? After leaving Baxi, he is a big piece of fat to be slaughtered, and we will not let him go."

"So that's the case, how to solve this matter?"

"I can only try my best to help him mediate."

Fan Zhenxiang said helplessly.

"That's okay? If other people follow suit, then it's okay? Isn't it a mess?"

Zhang Hao frowned.

Fan Zhenxiang coughed and directly revealed the answer: "Santos agreed to join us, and the central government is not at a disadvantage."

"Can the two warlords agree? If this matter is not handled properly, the whole Baxi will be in chaos."

Zhang Hao expressed his concerns.

"Don't worry, I've sent someone to negotiate with them, and the two sides are getting what they need."

"How did you talk about it?"

Zhang Hao asked calmly.

"I just wanted to inform you that I am going to give up Brasilia and completely withdraw from the interior."

Fan Zhenxiang replied truthfully.

Zhang Hao was taken aback: "Do you really want to give up Brasilia?"

As we all know, Brasilia is the capital of the Brazil region and the second largest city after Rio de Janeiro. Leaving aside the economic benefits, this symbolic meaning is also not simple.

"Basilia is deep inland, and it is too inconvenient to manage. Moreover, there are warlords of all sizes in the surrounding area, which poses a great security risk. Instead of being stuck inland, it is better to use our advantages and concentrate on controlling the coastal areas."

Fan Zhenxiang explained in detail.

After hearing this, Zhang Hao nodded subconsciously: "It's reasonable for you to say that. Coastal areas do have advantages over inland areas. At least the transportation is convenient. In case of an attack, the navy can also provide reinforcements in time."

"I think so too. South America is too big. As long as we firmly control the energy, we won't be afraid of rebellion by those warlords."

Fan Zhenxiang quickly agreed.

"Is that Santos reliable? Don't let us help him, and he will bite us in turn?"

"No, once this matter is resolved, Santos will leave South America and his family will move to the capital. We will provide him with protection."

"That's good."

Zhang Hao breathed a sigh of relief.

Immediately afterwards, the two chatted about other topics, especially the electric helicopter. The two quickly reached a consensus and planned to fully promote mass production.

Hanging up the phone, Zhang Hao was a little worried, and immediately called the Chief of Staff Xia Congwen. He was afraid that Fan Zhenxiang would deliberately bury himself and put himself in danger.

After hearing this, Xia Congwen quickly comforted him:
"Consul, you don't have to worry, what happened is similar to what Fan Zhenxiang said, if you want me to say, it's better to give up Brasilia, so that you don't have to take risks in the past.

On the whole, the coastal areas of South America are still very safe, basically under our control, and there will be absolutely no problems in terms of security. "

"Hearing what you said, I'm relieved." Zhang Hao calmed down, and then changed the subject: "By the way, the conditions at Nissan's scientific research station are relatively difficult. You can help me inform Haotian Group and let them Donate a batch of supplies."

"Well, I remember, the specific number?"

"Prepare at least [-] million supplies and send them over as soon as possible." Zhang Hao ordered.

"Okay, I will say hello to the people below and let them deal with this matter first."

Xia Congwen agreed wholeheartedly.

……

After dinner, Zhang Hao took his brother-in-law to the medical room, ready to ask the health doctor to give him a massage. After climbing the mountain all day, he was exhausted.

"Consul, is this strength okay?"

Doctor Li asked kindly.

Zhang Hao replied with a smile: "Well, with this strength, it's just right."

Yang Haoxuan next to him also had a look of enjoyment, the doctor at the governor's mansion is amazing, this massage technique is amazing, it makes people want to stop.

We must look for opportunities to come a few more times in the future.

Dr. Li persuaded while massaging:
"Consul, your body is really good, but you are a little overweight. We will be at sea for a month. I suggest you set aside two hours a day for exercise."

Generally speaking, it only takes half a month to cross the Pacific Ocean, but due to the extreme night environment and complicated sea conditions, the speed of the ship cannot be increased at all, and a month is considered fast.

"Okay, this time I climbed the mountain, I also found that my physical strength has deteriorated a lot, and I really need to exercise systematically." Zhang Hao nodded.

Yang Haoxuan touched his face, and couldn't help interjecting: "Brother-in-law, I will exercise with you."

"Okay." Zhang Hao replied simply.

Yang Haoxuan nodded, and then asked:
"Brother-in-law, where is our next stop?"

"It's not clear yet. The landing location will be determined according to the actual situation, but it should be within California, either San Francisco or Los Angeles."

Zhang Hao replied.

"Are there any residents in California now?"

"There must be. California is the largest gathering area on the west coast. It is said that there are hundreds of thousands of waste pickers in the local area, which is not too small in the mainland."

You know, California is well-developed in industry and commerce, and it is the location of the famous "Silicon Valley". There are many treasures buried underground, and many scavengers come here after hearing the news.

As soon as Zhang Hao's voice fell, the sound of whistles resounding through the sky came from outside. After four hours of preparation, "Navy One" was finally about to set sail.

ps: Don't waste the monthly pass on the last day of the month!

(End of this chapter)