In those days of Plants vs. Zombies

Chapter 571 Only Waiting

The first mining truck stopped at the entrance to the university cluster, followed closely by the others.

Upon seeing this, Norman quickly went to greet them, while also wondering who had sent from courtyard 5905 this time.

Could it be a plant spirit warrior? Or...?

His doubts were quickly answered. Standing or leaving the vehicle, armed and guarding the surroundings, were none other than the guards of courtyard 5905.

The man who jumped off the mining truck, strode up to Norman, and saluted was none other than Kolo, a former Federal soldier who had followed Odin and was now the captain of the courtyard guard.

“Sergeant Norman, General Odin and Lady Wisdom Tree have sent us to meet you.”

"Understood, you've come just in time."

Norman squeezed Chloe's hand firmly, then looked past him and at the dusty convoy behind him.

The four mining trucks and seven buses were all modified, and the bloodstains on their armor and tires, which had not yet dried, told a story of the hardships they had endured along the way.

Norman could tell that his homeowner had really gone all out to assemble this racing team.

"Sorry, we were attacked by monsters from the ruined city on our way to the settlement, and we lost a bus."

Chloe's voice was slightly hoarse, and his eyes revealed a hint of fatigue and regret. His lowered arm was still trembling slightly, and his tone still carried a trace of self-blame.

Norman reached out and patted Chloe on the shoulder, saying in a deep voice, "It's alright, Captain Chloe, you've done very well."

Kolo nodded and then reported on the convoy's situation: "Including myself, there are a total of forty-nine guards on the escort mission, each equipped with an automatic assault rifle."

"Forty-nine guards, fifty-two mercenaries, plus us plant warriors should be enough to protect the convoy."

Norman nodded slightly and then asked how many people these large vehicles could carry.

Kolo replied, "If it were buses, each bus could carry a maximum of sixty people. With four guards (one of whom is the driver), there would be fifty-six seats left."

"Fifty-six times seven equals three hundred and ninety-two seats..."

Thinking of this, Norman immediately turned to look at Lorne, who had rushed over: "How many people do we need to take with us this time?"

Lorne recalled for a moment, then gave an exact number: "Including family members, there were a total of 527 homeless people."

"If we subtract 392 from 527, then we still need 135 more positions."

Norman then looked at Kolo beside him: "How many spaces can four mining trucks provide?"

“The cargo bed of the mining trucks has been modified into a two-tiered platform, so that if you squeeze in, each truck can fit thirty people.”

Kolo thought for a moment, then gave an uncertain number.

"One hundred and twenty...that's enough. The younger children can be held by their relatives, which will save a lot of space."

Norman, having quickly devised a plan for personnel allocation in his mind, breathed a sigh of relief and, along with Lorne and Chloe, returned to the square where the wanderers had gathered.

At dawn, the square was bustling with people.

The homeless people recruited by Courtyard No. 5905 were scattered throughout the square in family units, some waiting quietly, others discussing their future prospects intensely.

The plant warriors and heavy-arm mercenaries did their best to maintain order while counting heads.

On the platform in front of the square, Glaus and Fengye had been waiting for a long time.

Upon seeing Norman appear, Glaus immediately jumped off the platform, walked up to him, and asked loudly, "Mr. Norman, you're finally back! Has the convoy arrived?"

Norman nodded and said, "Yes, Commander Glaus, please have the brothers of Chongfeng get ready. Once all the wanderers are on board, we will set off immediately for Courtyard 5905."

"Alright, that's what I've been waiting for! Brothers, let's go, get ready to go!"

With a loud shout from Glaus, the heavy-armored mercenaries in the square sprang into action, nimbly boarding their vehicles, ready to engage in battle at any moment.

Chongfeng's vehicles have also been modified, consisting of sturdy and durable armored pickup trucks and off-road jeeps, which will accompany the convoy from Courtyard 5905 and protect it from harm.

The group of heavy-armored mercenaries left directly, and a group of guards who had followed Kolo off the vehicle immediately took over their task of maintaining order.

"Time is of the essence, we need to set off as soon as possible."

Norman took out his pocket watch, glanced at the time, and then went up to the platform, summoning the plant warriors from courtyard number 5905.

Not only are there the original "old folks" in the courtyard, but also the "newcomers" who have just joined the courtyard.

After counting the number of people, Klein raised his little hand: "Second brother, all the recruited people are here."

"Okay, then I'll briefly explain the deployment."

Norman cleared his throat and began issuing instructions methodically: "Lorne, you're in car two. Owen, take care of car three. Kang Hong, car four is yours. Zhao Tong, you oversee car five..."

After ensuring that an elderly resident from courtyard number 5905 was on board each bus, Norman arranged for the newcomers to travel on the safer mining trucks.

“Master Belilenko, you and Ham will be on the second card, and Qianming, Shunjue, and Sergeant Simmons will be on the third card.”

"clear."

After everything was arranged, Norman turned his attention to the last two people present: "Ms. Su Nuan and Ms. Wu Lan, I'm counting on you for the last truck."

"I'll listen to Mr. Norman."

Su Nuan took out a smoke bomb and held it in her hand, responding softly.

"No problem, leave it to me and Sister Su Nuan."

Ulanlinqin put her hands on her hips with great pride, indicating that with her in charge, there was nothing to worry about.

Picking up the megaphone he had prepared beforehand, Norman shouted loudly into the crowd below:

"Attention all personnel! The convoy heading to Courtyard 5905 has arrived at the assembly point. Follow my instructions and board the vehicles one by one! The elderly, women, and children should board first, while able-bodied men should collect their weapons!"

Simmons took out a weapon case from his dimensional necklace, and under the supervision of the guards, the young and strong among the wanderers stepped forward one by one to receive the weapons.

The other homeless people weren't idle either. Guided by the plant warriors and guards, they boarded the vehicle one by one in an orderly fashion.

Norman helped an elderly homeless man up, his gaze sweeping over the entire convoy.

Although the homeless people's faces still showed fatigue and panic, they also had more hope and longing for the future.

"Everyone, keep up, don't crowd!"

Lorne's voice rang out from the crowd as he directed several families toward the nearest bus.

"This way, please follow Eve and watch your step."

Young Eve reached out to help a woman holding a child steady herself on the bus's footboard.

"Don't bring heavy luggage on board; put it in the luggage compartment under the vehicle!"

Berylenko's voice was as loud as ever, and it was reassuring to hear.

Several gunshots rang out from the edge of the convoy, causing a slight commotion among the crowd, but the plant warriors quickly calmed them down.

Some low-level zombies were attracted by the rich life force and tried to get closer to the convoy, but they were quickly dealt with by the capable Heavy Armor mercenaries.

After the last vagrant boarded the mining truck, Norman also got into the bus he was in charge of.

Taking out the walkie-talkie that Chloe had brought, his instructions instantly spread throughout the convoy: "Everyone, fasten your seatbelts, we're moving out, target: Courtyard 5905!"

The engine roared, the vehicle started, and gradually drove away from the gathering place. The wheels rolled over the road, raising a cloud of dust.

Looking into the distance through the rebounding windshield, Norman knew that their mission was halfway complete.

All that's left to do is wait.