Surviving the Long Night: Starting from the Gas Station and Infinite Upgrades

Chapter 39 Guarantees, Pipeline Laying and Construction Progress

When Lu Sheng saw Lu Zheng coming over, he briefly explained the situation to him:

"This water pump is rechargeable and currently has enough power, but it will run out sooner or later. Although you can press it to get water, that's a last resort."

The solar power array and battery storage tanks are both over at the refueling depot; we're discussing solutions.

At this point, Lu Sheng looked at Jiang Shutong, who understood immediately and began to explain the existing plan:

"For now, we can run a long power line to supply electricity from the gas station to the water pumps, which will temporarily solve the power supply problem for the water pumps."

Then, new solar panels and storage tanks will be installed here to power the water pumps and all subsequent electrical facilities at the camp.

After listening to Jiang Shutong's proposal, Lu Zheng nodded:

"That sounds perfect. Is there anything I can do to help?"

"Lu Zheng, could you have the Lu family send over a batch of solar panels and battery storage tanks?"

Faced with Jiang Shutong's request, Lu Zheng shook his head:

"The support my family is willing to provide right now is what I brought in my car. Anything more will have to wait until we see results, which is the road my cousin promised to open."

Jiang Shutong asked again:

"In that case, would it be alright if you contributed some money?"

Lu Zheng thought about it and felt that this move was a good way to express goodwill to Lu Sheng. Giving someone money when they are in need is the most standard way to help someone in need.

"That's possible. My responsibility to the family is to supervise, not to support construction, but I can offer some small loans from a personal perspective, just as I planned before. I don't think the family will hold me accountable."

He was about to ask Lu Sheng how much he wanted to borrow when he saw Lu Sheng wave his hand at him.

"Thank you in advance. I'll consider lending you the money when I'm really desperate."

Seeing Lu Sheng's tactful rejection, Lu Zheng was very confused:

"Cousin, loans are a great financing tool, and I can offer you very low interest rates."

"Okay, okay, I'll definitely contact you when I need it."

Seeing that Lu Sheng refused again, Lu Zheng stopped trying to persuade him. To avoid embarrassment, he made an excuse to return to his car.

After Lu Zheng left, Jiang Shutong was curious about Lu Sheng's reaction, and suddenly she had a guess:

"Lu Sheng, if it wasn't Lu Zheng lending it to you, but me, would you want it?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Sheng silently projected a QR code for receiving payments and made a gesture of invitation.

Jiang Shutong knew she had guessed correctly.

"I need to save my money to buy shipping containers, but I have a better idea."

She went along with it and proposed a plan:

"If you take things from my uncle, I'll vouch for you, and we'll settle the accounts together at the end of the year."

However, I estimate I can only buy secondhand items, so that if something unexpected happens, the losses will be limited.

Although Jiang Shutong didn't transfer the money, Lu Sheng felt warm inside after hearing her words.

"Are you willing to vouch for me?"

"Why wouldn't I want to? We're not strangers who don't know each other after we leave the gas station. I'll still be making money on your turf in the future."

Jiang Shutong added at this point:

"However, this is also a form of venture capital, so you'd better protect this place."

"If the transportation station is built and the Lu family comes and replaces you, voiding all the previous agreements, then I'll lose everything and have no choice but to go back to my hometown and get married."

"Don't worry, I won't give away the place I've built."

Having received Lu Sheng's promise, Jiang Shutong no longer hesitated:

"Okay, I trust you. I'll take care of the solar panels and battery storage tank."

Snapped!

The two gave each other a high five.

On a large truck not far away, Lu Zheng watched this scene through the rearview mirror.

After a brief moment of thought, he opened the memo function on his personal terminal and added a few words to a note named "Jiang Shutong".

That afternoon, Jiang Shutong went to discuss with her uncle about guarantor Lu Sheng, while Lu Sheng prepared to supply electricity to the well.

He first took out a measuring tape from the warehouse shelf to measure the distance between the gas station and the well, determined the required pipeline length, and then consulted Lin Ran about the type of pipeline needed.

Lu Sheng worked until dusk before he finally determined the wiring route. Just as he was about to go find Jiang Shutong, he saw that Jiang Shutong had come looking for him.

"It's settled! My uncle agreed!"

Upon meeting, she first brought Lu Sheng some good news, and then continued:

"However, my uncle said that last time the goods were available in the nearby area, so the delivery was faster. This time he needs some time, partly to arrange the goods and partly to prepare for long-term cooperation in terms of supply."

Lu Sheng had no objection to this, and he went on to state the requirements he had compiled:

"That's fine. By the way, I also need a 300-meter armored cable and some protective tubing. As usual, it doesn't matter if it's old, but it can't be broken."

"Understood. I'll report it to my uncle later. I also need to order a section of pipe to connect to the water pump and supply water to the house."

When talking about decorating her folding house, Jiang Shutong added:

"Of course, all the expenses for installing water and electricity in my house will be covered by my account, so you don't need to worry."

The two then discussed some details until Liang Shan's voice came from outside.

"Station Chief Lu, are you free right now?"

"They're here."

Lu Sheng walked out of the warehouse and saw Liang Shan. The iron gate of the wall was not closed yet, but he did not come in; he just stood by the iron gate.

"Is there something you need?"

"Let me give you an update on the progress."

Liang Shan turned and pointed to the location where the camp was being built. A row of wooden stakes had already been erected there, and from a distance, the outline of the wall could already be seen.

"It will all be installed by tomorrow morning, and the installation will be done exactly according to your requirements."

"Okay, thank you for your hard work."

Lu Sheng nodded, then asked:

"I have someone here who can't be accommodated here. Could we squeeze in with you for the night?"

Liang Shan immediately understood that Lu Sheng was referring to Lu Zheng.

"Of course I don't mind, but I'm worried that the foreman won't agree, since we're all rough people who are used to living together in cramped conditions."

"I'll ask him in a bit, and if that doesn't work, we'll lend him your tent."

Just as Lu Sheng finished speaking, he saw Lu Zheng carrying a large bag and walking towards the two of them. Lu Sheng raised his hand and waved to him.

"Lu Zheng, we were just talking about you."

Shortly after, Lu Zheng, having heard Lu Sheng's account, immediately waved his hand:

"Cousin, there's no need. I brought my own tent and I can spend the night inside the wall. I haven't been of much help yet, so I'll keep watch for you tonight."

He looked at Liang Shan as he spoke:

"By the way, have you finished talking?"

Liang Shan understood what he meant, nodded, and said goodbye to Lu Sheng and Lu Zheng.

After Liang Shan walked away, Lu Zheng walked over the wall, put down the large bag he was carrying, and took out a folding tent from inside, saying:

"Cousin, if this person needs to report to you in the future, just have him send a message. The reason he's close to you is simply because he hopes that when the contract expires, you can let him participate in the subsequent construction."

But the family has already made arrangements; a professional construction team will arrive tomorrow.