Chen Fan took a glance at him, nodded, and then asked, "Chairman Han, do you intend for me to move here first?"
Han Xu was startled, his pupils dilating, evidently having been caught off guard.
Then, he let out a bitter smile and said, "Brother Li, you certainly live up to your reputation. I haven’t even said it, yet you understand my meaning. To be honest, that is indeed my intention."
"With the beast tide erupting, the outermost small cities being breached by fierce beasts is practically certain. Even the further inward medium cities likely share the same fate. Our Yan Country’s final battle with the fierce beasts will inevitably revolve around a dozen large cities."
"Brother Li, the Anshan City you are residing in right now is merely a small city. It might upset you to hear this, but Anshan City’s fall is also destined. Since that is the case, why not move your family to Juque City sooner? Although the threshold to enter Juque City has increased significantly, it doesn’t apply to you, Brother Li."
"I appreciate Chairman Han’s kindness."
Just as Han Xu finished speaking, Chen Fan’s voice rang out.
"If others chose to flee in such critical moments, it would be understandable. As the chairman of the Anshan City Awakened Association, I simply cannot do such a thing."
Upon hearing this, Han Xu’s face revealed extreme shock, and his gaze toward Chen Fan changed.
Because the other chairmen of small city Awakened Associations had long taken their families and trusted ones to hide in larger or medium cities, leaving only a scant few to hold their positions.
The remaining ones did not stay because they didn’t want to leave, but because they had no other options.
After a long while, Han Xu said with a complex expression, "Brother Li, I admit, I had underestimated you before. Your sense of duty is indeed exceptional. Even I cannot compare. However,"
He sighed, "Given Anshan City’s location, I fear it won’t be long before it faces a beast tide attack. At that time..."
He paused.
Chen Fan looked at him with deep insight and asked, "Chairman Han, where do you think these fierce beast materials come from?"
"Hmm?"
Han Xu was momentarily stunned, not quite catching on.
The next moment, he shivered, and a thought sprang to his mind.
Could it be... could it be that the beast tide has already attacked Anshan City, and these numerous fierce beast materials are cut from those elite-level fierce beasts that attacked the city?
"Anshan City has already suffered a beast tide attack?"
He asked with a trembling voice.
"Yes."
Chen Fan nodded.
Han Xu’s mouth gaped wide as he asked, "How much? What’s the situation?"
"All the fierce beasts combined numbered over two hundred thousand, led by three Commander-level fierce beasts..."
At this, Han Xu turned stiffly like a robot, looking at the three Commander-level fierce beast materials nearby.
So, Brother Li brought only three Commander-level fierce beast materials, not because he couldn’t bring more, but because there were only three Commander-level fierce beasts in the attack?
"Fortunately, Anshan City held firm."
"It’s good that it held. It’s good that it held." Han Xu nodded repeatedly, but he was even more startled inside.
He had experienced beast tide assaults on cities and knew the situation was far from as easy as Chen Fan made it sound.
This indicated that Chen Fan’s squad’s strength had exceeded his expectations, as the strongest individuals in a small city usually were C-level Awakened. How could they fend off a beast tide of over two hundred thousand?
"Brother Li, holding out is certainly good news, but the current situation must still be dire." Han Xu probed.
"Indeed, it’s not very optimistic."
Chen Fan nodded.
"Anshan City’s location is indeed poor."
Han Xu sighed, "Even if it withstands the first beast tide, there will be a second and a third, until it can no longer hold. But still, I greatly admire your character, Brother Li. Moreover,"
He paused for a moment, seemingly making a decision, and said, "I am willing to lend you a helping hand."
"?"
This time, it was Chen Fan’s turn to be bewildered.
He looked at Han Xu in confusion, "Chairman Han, what do you mean?"
"If Brother Li is willing, I can assign a few members from the association to follow you to Anshan City. This would help reduce your pressure and also allow them to gain experience, as the beast tide will eventually approach Juque City. Preparing early is beneficial."
"I see."
Upon hearing this, Chen Fan felt somewhat tempted.
Anshan City was indeed lacking manpower.
In the future, there would be frequent appearances of burrowing fierce beasts. Even though Meng Xue could foresee and evacuate people in advance, the beasts would still appear. Someone had to handle them.
Wang Lingling, that woman, whether reliable or not, her strength was limited. Facing formidable beasts, she might not even be able to protect her own life.
Elder Wang was very strong, possibly stronger than Chen Fan himself, but he couldn’t always rely on the elder to take action.
If Han Xu could send a few skilled Awakened to assist with Anshan City’s regular defense, it would indeed relieve some pressure. Chen Fan wouldn’t have to be constantly alert, setting an alarm and handling fierce beasts at regular intervals.
"Chairman Han, what is the strength of the individuals you plan to send?"
Chen Fan asked.
Han Xu was delighted but also a bit nervous, truthfully replying, "They are all B-level Awakened. There are also unoccupied A-level Awakened in the city, but due to my position, I may not be able to request their assistance."
He gave a bitter smile.
B-level Awakened were plentiful, but they weren’t like cabbages you could find anywhere. A B-level Awakened squad from a large city was formidable enough to sweep through eighty percent of medium cities.
But the person before him was different. Although his files indicated B-level, his strength undoubtedly matched that of an A-level Awakened, as even general A-level Awakened squads couldn’t bring such a vast amount of spoils.
A mere B-level Awakened squad indeed didn’t qualify for his attention, even if it were from a super-large city.
"B-level, hmm."
Chen Fan slightly frowned; indeed, it’s a bit weak.
Fortunately, it’s an Awakened squad, capable of handling an attack like this morning’s. Even if a Commander-level fierce beast appeared, they could still fight.
Plus, even if they were defeated, their various protective measures ensured it wouldn’t be easy for them to die.
"Alright."
He nodded, "But there’s a condition; they must follow my commands strictly. Otherwise, I’d rather they not come."
"Rest assured, Brother Li."
Han Xu patted his chest and promised, "If anyone among them disregards your instructions, call me immediately, and I’ll provide a satisfactory solution."
"Good."
Chen Fan nodded, "With Chairman Han’s assurance, I’m relieved. How about this, I’ll post a bounty task later, totaling 1 million points. Let them take it."
"What, a bounty task?"
Han Xu’s mouth gaped before he quickly waved his hand, "Brother Li, you’re too polite. There’s no need for this. They should be grateful for your care. How can they take your points?"
"Business is business."
Chen Fan shook his head, "Going to Anshan City is highly risky. Even I’m not certain I can escape unscathed. They are taking risks by coming along. Also, I don’t like owing favors."
"This..."
Han Xu was at a loss for words.
He believed that the latter statement was the truth.
Indeed, his intention was to build a good rapport with Chen Fan as he saw great potential in him. This was an opportune moment to invest in their relationship.
Unfortunately, Chen Fan wasn’t willing.
"Alright."
He sighed.
million points to hire a six-person B-level Awakened squad for a month was reasonable.
This man was certainly not lacking in funds.