Chapter 636 Books
As the last rays of the setting sun gradually disappeared on the horizon, Bai Ye led the soldiers to complete the collection of sand. They were covered in dust, but their eyes were shining with satisfaction and pride. These sands are not just ordinary grains of sand, they are the hope of rebuilding their homes and the bridge connecting the past and the future.
"Soldiers, well done!" Bai Ye's voice echoed in the empty desert, full of affirmation and encouragement for the soldiers. He turned and looked at the piles of sandbags, with unspeakable excitement and expectation in his heart. "Now, we need to transport these sands back to the warehouse safely and keep them properly. They will be important materials for our future construction."
The soldiers nodded in agreement and acted quickly. Some of them were responsible for carrying sandbags, while others checked the vehicles to ensure that everything was ready. In the reflection of the setting sun, their figures were busy and orderly, forming a moving picture.
"Come on, everyone, work harder and put this bag of sand on the car!" A soldier shouted loudly. He held the rope of the sandbag tightly with both hands and lifted it hard. The sandbag fell steadily on his shoulder. He gritted his teeth and walked towards the vehicle step by step. Every step seemed so firm and powerful.
Seeing this, other soldiers followed suit. They worked in groups of two or three to move the sandbags to the car. Although the sandbags were heavy, their movements were extremely tacit, as if they had practiced countless times. With everyone's joint efforts, truckloads of sand were safely transported to the warehouse.
In the warehouse, the lights were bright, and the air was filled with a tense and orderly atmosphere. According to Bai Ye's instructions, the soldiers unloaded bags of sand one by one and neatly stacked them in designated locations. Their movements were quick and accurate, and every detail was handled just right.
"Note that the sand should be piled higher, but it must also be stable to prevent collapse." Bai Ye guided the soldiers' work on the side, and his eyes were full of rigor and seriousness. He knew that the sand was a valuable resource for rebuilding the homeland, and it must be properly kept without any mistakes.
After a busy period, all the sand was safely put into the warehouse. Although the soldiers were exhausted, their faces were filled with satisfaction and joy. They knew that they had contributed to the reconstruction of their homeland, and this force was small but crucial.
"Okay, soldiers, our mission is not yet complete." Bai Ye's voice sounded again, with a trace of unquestionable firmness in his words. "Next, we will go to the abandoned bookstore to find some books that can be used to rebuild civilization. Books are the source of knowledge and the carrier of civilization inheritance. We need them to educate future generations and guide them to a better future."
The soldiers agreed after hearing this. They knew that Bai Ye's decisions were always so wise and far-reaching. So they quickly packed their equipment and prepared to set off for the abandoned bookstore.
It was late at night, but the moonlight was unusually bright, providing a ray of light for their progress. The soldiers drove the vehicles and shuttled through the silent night. Their hearts were full of expectation and curiosity, wondering what kind of treasure they would find in the abandoned bookstore.
Finally, they came to the location of the abandoned bookstore. It was a dilapidated building with peeling exterior walls and broken windows, as if it would collapse at any time. But even so, the bookstore still exuded a unique charm, attracting them to walk in involuntarily.
The bookstore was in a mess, with all kinds of books scattered on the bookshelves, some of which were yellowed and damaged, and some were still intact. The soldiers carefully shuttled between the bookshelves, fearing that they would disturb the tranquility and sacredness.
"Look, there is a book about architecture here!" A soldier shouted excitedly, holding a book with a slightly old cover in his hand, with excitement flashing in his eyes.
"There is also a book about agricultural technology here!" Another soldier also found his "treasure", he carefully turned the pages and read carefully.
Bai Ye stood aside, silently observing the soldiers' actions. His heart was full of relief and touching. He knew that these books would be an important resource for rebuilding civilization, and they would guide people towards a better future.
As time went on, the soldiers gradually found more and more books. They carefully collected these books and prepared to take them back to the camp for more people to read and learn.
"Okay, soldiers, it's time for us to go back." Bai Ye's voice broke the silence in the bookstore. He looked at the selected books, with determination and hope in his eyes. "These books will be our precious wealth for rebuilding civilization. We must cherish them, pass them on, and let the light of knowledge shine forever on this world."
The soldiers nodded in agreement after hearing this. They set off on their way home with full harvest and expectations. In the days to come, they will continue to work hard and contribute their own strength to rebuilding their homes. And these books they found from the abandoned bookstore will also become an important guide on their way forward, leading them to a brighter future.
As the night deepened, Bai Ye and the soldiers carefully moved the books collected from the abandoned bookstore back to the slightly old but sturdy building in the center of the camp. The moonlight shines through the broken window frames and shines on the piles of books, adding a bit of warmth and hope to this quiet night.
"Everyone, please be careful when carrying these books. These books are our precious treasures." Bai Ye's voice echoed in the corridor. He demonstrated in person, gently holding up a heavy book with both hands, as if it was a priceless treasure. The soldiers followed closely behind, either in groups of two or alone, trying to make their movements appear softer, for fear of wrinkling the pages and damaging these carriers of knowledge and wisdom.
Entering the building, the lights were dim but enough to illuminate the way forward. The survivors had already learned of the return of the soldiers. They stood or sat, waiting anxiously in the limited space. When the first scent of the pages drifted into the nose, the whole hall seemed to be shrouded in an indescribable joy.
"Books! Are the books back?" An elderly scholar stood up from his chair excitedly, tears flashing in his eyes, which was a desire for knowledge and a vision of the future.
"Yes, old man, we brought back a lot of books." Bai Ye responded with a smile, and he signaled the soldiers to place the books on the pre-prepared bookshelves according to their categories. History, literature, science, technology... Each type of book was carefully classified, as if to rebuild a spiritual beacon for the world.
The busy figures of the soldiers intertwined under the lights, they either bent down to take books or stood on tiptoe to put books, and every action was full of respect and awe for knowledge. The survivors assisted on the side, some helped to organize the bookshelves, and some couldn't wait to pick up a book and started flipping through it.
"Look, this is "A Brief History of Humankind", I have always wanted to read this book!" A young man shouted excitedly, and the book in his hand seemed to be a treasure he had lost and found.
"I have a "Agricultural Technology Manual" here, which must be very helpful for us to rebuild farmland." A middle-aged woman said as she handed the book to a farmer-like man next to her. The two smiled at each other, their eyes full of hope for the future.
As time went by, the atmosphere in the building became more and more lively. The survivors sat in a circle to discuss the contents of the book together; or they sat alone in a corner, immersed in the ocean of knowledge. Although the soldiers finished the moving work, they did not leave immediately. They stood or sat, quietly guarding the hard-won tranquility and harmony.
"Bai Ye, thank you." An old man walked up to Bai Ye, holding Bai Ye's hand tightly, his eyes full of gratitude. "You not only brought back books, but also brought back our confidence in the future."
"This is what we should do." Bai Ye responded modestly, his eyes swept across the hall, his heart full of satisfaction and relief. "Books are the beacon of civilization. They can illuminate our way forward and lead us to a better future."
Just then, a young woman came over with a pot of hot tea and several teacups. She smiled and said to everyone: "Everyone has worked hard, come and have a cup of tea."
The soldiers and survivors stopped what they were doing and gathered around. They took the teacup and took a sip. The warm tea fragrance instantly dispelled fatigue and coldness. The sweetness of the tea and the ink fragrance of the book intertwined to form an indescribable beautiful atmosphere.
"This tea is really delicious, thank you girl." A soldier said gratefully.
"You're welcome, everyone has worked hard, this is what we should do." The young woman responded with a smile, her smile was as warm and bright as the sunshine in spring.
It was late at night, but the lights in the building were still bright. People were reading, talking, or meditating, enjoying this rare tranquility and beauty in their own way. And Bai Ye stood aside, observing all this silently. His heart was full of emotion and hope. He knew that as long as people still had a desire for knowledge and a vision for the future, no matter how great the difficulties and setbacks they encountered, they would be able to rebuild their homes and move towards a brighter future.
Bai Ye stood in a corner of the hall, his eyes gently and deeply swept over every figure immersed in the world of books. His eyes were full of relief and satisfaction, as if at this moment, all the fatigue and hardship had vanished. This was not only because they successfully brought the precious books back to the camp, but also because these books were rekindling the hope and dreams in people's hearts with an invisible but powerful force.
He noticed that the old scholar was wearing reading glasses, frowning as he read a book about ancient philosophy. Occasionally he would look up at the ceiling, as if thinking about a profound question in the book. His face was filled with an indescribable satisfaction and joy, which was the ultimate embodiment of the pursuit of wisdom. Bai Ye nodded secretly, full of respect for the old man in his heart.
Not far away, a group of young people sat together, with a variety of books in their hands, from science fiction to historical biographies, from natural sciences to literature and art. They sometimes lowered their heads to read, and sometimes raised their heads to communicate, with a youthful atmosphere and curiosity about the unknown world on their faces. Bai Ye looked at them, as if he saw the hope and vitality of the future, which was the infinite possibilities of the younger generation.
The women and children, on the other hand, were more inclined to choose some practical books, such as agricultural technology, cooking guides, children's stories, etc. They either lowered their heads to read, or whispered about the contents of the book, with love and expectations for life on their faces. Bai Ye knew that these books would become a powerful tool for them to rebuild their homes and improve their lives.
Looking at all this, Bai Ye's heart was filled with warmth. He realized that these books were not only carriers of knowledge, but also bridges connecting the past and the future, reality and dreams. They will guide people out of difficulties and towards a better future. Thinking of this, Bai Ye couldn't help but smile with satisfaction, which was both an affirmation of the current situation and an expectation for the future.
Then, Bai Ye gently found a corner and sat down. He chose a position close to the window, where a trace of cool night breeze could penetrate, making him feel particularly comfortable. He closed his eyes, took a deep breath of fresh air, and completely relaxed his mood.
On this quiet night, Bai Ye began to review his experience along the way. From the initial difficult exploration to the later unity; from the helplessness and confusion in the face of difficulties to the firmness and confidence today... All of this made him feel extremely fulfilled and proud. He knew that all these achievements were inseparable from the heroic struggle of the soldiers and the selfless support of the survivors.
He opened his eyes and looked at the people who were reading again. Their faces were filled with happy and satisfied smiles, which were the desire and pursuit of knowledge, and the beautiful vision of the future. Bai Ye knew that the tranquility and beauty of this moment were hard-won, and it required the joint efforts and contributions of everyone.
He sat quietly without disturbing anyone. He just silently guarded this tranquility and harmony, allowing his heart to merge with the world. He believed that as long as people still had a desire for knowledge and a vision for the future in their hearts, no matter how great the difficulties and setbacks they encountered, they would be able to work together and move forward courageously.
Time seemed to freeze at this moment. Bai Ye sat there, staring at the front motionlessly. His heart was full of gratitude and awe. He was grateful for the hope and strength that these books brought to people; he was in awe of the tenacity and courage shown by these people who read. He knew that he was just a small participant in this great cause, but he was willing to use his actions to prove that as long as there was love, faith, and courage in his heart, nothing was impossible.
It was late at night, but the lights in the building were still bright. People continued to immerse themselves in the world of books, enjoying this rare tranquility and beauty.