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Li Yu did not respond, glanced at him, and lightly passed by.

Xiao Jun maintained a bowed posture, and even after Li Yu descended the wall, he stayed in that pose.

His body slightly trembled.

He didn’t want to look back, nor did he dare to.

Afraid that the moment he turned, he would see Li Yu watching him.

It’s akin to the horror film scene where, while using the bathroom, you sense a faint breathing behind you, and turning around, you spot someone lurking by the door, revealing a wicked grin in the dim light.

That’s the feeling that held him back from turning around now.

Just now, Li Yu’s gaze was too sharp, like a blade causing his eyes pain.

Does Director Li always seem to be prepared ahead of time because of some prophetic foresight or merely coincidence? Or is there another reason?

Xiao Jun dared not ponder more.

He even began to forcibly forget the matter, fearing that a slip of the tongue might lead to dire consequences.

Not that he felt Li Yu was unfair to him.

On the contrary.

Director Li holds a high status in the hearts of all Outer City residents.

Firm outside, soft inside.

He treated them without airs, even frolicking with them jovially.

Very generous with their treatment.

Since joining the Big Camphor Tree Base, he witnessed injured teammates not being abandoned by Li Yu, who always carefully warned them in battle tactics to minimize cost for maximum gains.

He might scold them for neglecting weapon maintenance for half a day.

Understanding this, they knew he valued their lives dearly.

Yet.

He also understood how ruthless Li Yu could be.

From the Western Alliance, to the Motorcycle Gang, to Southeast Asia.

When he said eliminate thoroughly, he truly followed through.

Sometimes, he felt uneasy, but gradually, Li Yu’s mindset washed over him.

Only then did he realize how deeply Li Yu revered life and yet showed indifference.

If Director Li deems you a comrade, friend, or family, you would feel like in a spring breeze.

But the moment you’re considered a foe, he would act without hesitation.

After a while.

Cold sweat seeped from Xiao Jun’s forehead.

He collected his thoughts, stood up straight.

His face returned to normal; recently, as a leader in Oil City, he inadvertently tasted the flavor of power.

However, Li Yu’s seemingly inadvertent reminder awakened him.

He realized his position, knowing not to ask unnecessary questions.

Earlier, Li Yu told him to fortify the walls, and he queried why despite their height.

He was instructed to bring back Zhou Tian and others from the Transfer Station upon returning to Big Camphor Tree Base, questioning future returns to Oil City.

Li Yu responded to none of his questions.

This realization struck him now.

At times, commands should be executed without doubt or curiosity.

Being too inquisitive, insisting on getting to the bottom of everything could only lead to one’s ruin.

After self-reflection, Xiao Jun emptied curiosity, adjusted his attitude.

.....

After descending the wall, Li Yu wandered around Oil City.

People greeted him wherever he passed.

"Hello, Director Li."

"Mhmm, hello."

Li Yu always replied with a smile.

Eventually, he arrived at the oil wells.

Confronted by Zuo Ruxue and Ma Sailong.

They seemed to be discussing something, halting their dialogue upon seeing Li Yu.

Both became slightly uneasy, repeatedly greeting him.

"I just heard you mention oil well repairs? Is there some problem with the oil well?" Li Yu asked.

Zuo Ruxue looked at Ma Sailong, whose face turned red, responding:

"I’ve been an oil well worker for decades, and during the previous torrential rain, issues with the well already became apparent, not to mention no maintenance for quite some time.

Now there’s serious blockage, and I suspect either a defect in the well shaft preventing water expulsion, causing water layers to form a blockage, or structural flaws in the shaft causing wall instability, leading to blockage.

...."

Li Yu listened quietly to what he couldn’t comprehend, yet consistently showed profound respect for professionals.

Despite not understanding, he patiently let him finish speaking.

Once he was done, Li Yu asked:

"If we don’t repair? What consequences? What’s the cost of repairing?"

His perspective focused solely on these aspects.

Problems faced, their severity?

Calculating the cost to resolve the issue?

To decide whether addressing the problem is necessary.

Zuo Ruxue spoke: "Under current conditions, it might last another half year, but failing to repair within six months may lead to well collapse and obsolescence."

Upon hearing this, Li Yu frowned deeply, unable to bear such a cost.

Thus he asked: "How do we repair?"

Ma Sailong, invigorated by Li Yu’s inquiry, responded:

"Repairing the well shaft issues, we must clear surrounding soil or debris, mend oilfield drilling shaft cracks. Once cracks occur, they must be repaired, reinforcing wellhead stability after shaft repair, ensuring stability and safety.