readytorunbook Chapter 973 We, the locals of Goose City, have an inescapable duty.
Chapter 973 We, the locals of Goose City, have an inescapable duty.
Upon hearing this, everyone present immediately felt that this thing was quite high-end.
With a smile, Hall Master Ouyang asked, "How much is this kind of good stuff worth?"
"There's no definitive conclusion yet. The main thing is that this thing is rare. To be honest, this is the first time I've ever seen one in person."
"According to the document issued from above, this kind of caviar canned product is only one in tens of thousands of cans, which is meant to mean one in ten thousand."
"But obtaining this kind of thing depends entirely on personal luck. This is the first time we've encountered caviar cans in Goose City."
After listening for a while, the leader of the Knife Gang still didn't get the answer he wanted, so he continued:
"If I took them to the market, how many cans of food could I get in return?"
"I doubt anyone will want it, because very few people know it. In our base area, we can spread the word, but this is enemy-occupied territory. Even if the locals open a can of caviar, they'll probably think it's bad caviar and eat it secretly."
"However, it won't be long before our troops recapture Goose City. As long as the people bring these caviar cans to our supply stores, they will receive a large amount of supplies. It would not be an exaggeration to describe it as a miracle."
Actually, this was one of Kong Hao's little interests: to give ordinary people a chance to change their fate. According to the standards he set, one can of caviar could be exchanged for one hundred other cans.
With these 100 cans, we can sell them at a low price to people in the surrounding area and get some start-up capital.
After our troops recovered the lost territory, opportunities abounded. As long as we have sufficient resources, rising to prominence is not a problem.
This canned caviar is one such item, but it depends on individual luck, since luck is also a part of ability.
When everyone heard that they couldn't exchange things now, they immediately felt that this was a useless thing.
However, Lao Mo continued, "Since I've run into you, it's fate, so I'll do my best to compensate you."
After he finished speaking, he took out a small, milky-white token from his pocket and handed it over:
"Master Dao, this is something we've recently introduced in our base, called a merit badge. With this badge, you can exchange it for corresponding supplies at any of our locations in the city."
Next, Lao Mo explained in detail the function and distribution rules of the medal.
The leader of the Knife Gang took the sign and saw the number "fifty" on it. He couldn't help but sigh:
"That's quite a generous gesture. Just this little token can be exchanged for hundreds of cans of food and two hundred catties of grain. That's a lot of money."
The others were also incredibly excited when they saw it, after all, such a large amount of supplies was like getting it for free, and anyone would be overjoyed.
"By the way, since we're on the topic, I'd like to remind you that when you go to exchange supplies, it's best to do so in the name of the Loyalty Gang. There are extra benefits to it."
"I can't reveal the specific details right now; you'll find out in time. Let's get down to business now."
Upon hearing this, everyone immediately sat up straight, ready to hear what price the other party could offer.
"Master Dao, everyone, you are probably all aware of the current situation in Goose City. I just received a notice from my superiors that our troops will launch an attack within the next two days at most, and the recapture of Goose City is just around the corner."
Ouyang, the hall master standing to the side, was an impatient man. Upon hearing this, he immediately said happily:
“I sensed this a long time ago. The Japanese soldiers in the city haven’t left their barracks these past few days. Those bullying traitors and collaborators no longer dare to be arrogant. Their good days are over.”
"The people have been waiting for this day for far too long. At this crucial moment, our Loyal and Righteous Gang must lend a hand. Otherwise, how can we be considered good sons of China?"
He had barely finished speaking when he noticed the other hall masters looking at him with strange eyes. He then realized that his boss hadn't spoken yet, and he shouldn't have made a statement first.
However, since things had come to this point, he went along with it and said some frank things, at least making his attitude clear.
After all, they have shown a lot of sincerity. They were just discussing how to connect with us and get a share of the profits.
Having spent so many years mingling in the streets, Lao Mo was already used to this kind of thing and didn't point it out.
Furthermore, given that their superiors had already instructed them to unite all forces that could be united, this Loyal and Righteous Gang was worthy of their support.
After we recapture Goose City, we will need a lot of people to transport between the counties. These people will be very useful. In the future, we will expand to other places, which will also require a lot of manpower.
"Since we're all honest people, I'll get straight to the point."
"Our orders were to cooperate with the attacking forces to create a lot of chaos in the city, so that the Japanese could not effectively mobilize their troops or transport various combat supplies."
"There's no need for you to engage in close combat with the ferocious enemy. We've prepared a large number of high-explosive grenades in advance. All you need to do is take advantage of your familiarity with the terrain in the city and throw grenades at the enemy's key positions."
"Whether we can achieve results or not is not important. As long as we keep the enemy busy, we will have succeeded."
"To show our sincerity, we have specially formulated a reward system. Each time we take action, we will receive three times the merit points. If we are in the transportation business, each person will receive one point, and each person who participates in the operation will receive three points."
"In addition, if you are injured during the operation, we will take care of your medical treatment and even arrange relevant work; if you are killed, your family will receive two hundred cans of food and one thousand kilograms of rice at once, the elderly in the family will have someone deliver food to them every month, and the children will go to school for free."
Hearing these figures, everyone present was deeply moved. The benefits were incredibly generous, especially the last one, which relieved everyone of their worries.
Moreover, the Eighth Route Army has always been renowned for its commitment to keeping its word, never compromising on its promises, and often exceeding them.
Ultimately, it was the leader of the Knife Gang who made the final decision.
"We'll take this job. As long as we can drive the Japanese devils out of our homeland, we locals of Goose City will do our duty without hesitation. We'd rather give up our old lives so that our descendants can live in peace."
Now that the boss has spoken, the others are sure to have no problem, and this matter is thus resolved satisfactorily.
After agreeing on the pickup time and place, Lao Mo went to other places to contact other anti-Japanese forces, determined to turn the entire Goose City upside down.
At nine o'clock in the evening, Hall Master Ouyang, along with a dozen or so men, arrived at the agreed location on a hastily assembled tricycle to collect weapons and equipment.