Chapter 2649 - 2624: In Good Spirits

Hammer struggled to turn his head towards Gao Yang, staring at him with somewhat clouded eyes for a moment before whispering, "I really didn’t expect you guys to get me out. There was really no need for it; I definitely wouldn’t have said anything."

Gao Yang, half annoyed and half amused, said, "F**k, you don’t think we rescued you because we were worried about leaks, do you?"

Hammer whispered, "It’s not that. I just wanted to say there was no need. Since I’m sure I won’t talk, there’s no need to save me—what you’ve done is wasteful, wasting resources and manpower to save one useless person, it’s really unnecessary."

Yarebin sat down on the chair beside Hammer’s hospital bed and softly said, "I think so too."

Gao Yang shrugged and said, "How can it be meaningless? You’ve survived, and that’s the meaning in itself."

Hammer sighed slightly and said, "I’ve been here once before. I stayed here for a full six months last time. This time, how long will I have to stay? I’m already useless. The successive severe injuries mean I can no longer fight. At this point, leaving me be would actually be the best choice."

Gao Yang helplessly said, "Do we really need to have this discussion? Hammer, you’ve returned, you’ve survived, so what you should do is enjoy your remaining life. Why do you always think about this so-called meaninglessness, brother? Let me reiterate, life is precious, and surviving is the greatest meaning."

Glewatov suddenly said, "Living is pretty good, Hammer. Really, it’s pretty good. Now Gao Yang is in charge; if he thinks saving you is meaningful, then it’s meaningful. What’s done is done, and now you should consider what to do after you recover. Thinking about that could benefit you."

Hammer said with a mournful face, "I can’t think of anything to do alive, so that’s why I feel saving me was meaningless. What can I do? My broken leg hurts when it rains, and I get out of breath just from running a bit. What can I possibly do?"

"Teach students, please. Train some people for me so I can use them with peace of mind. You’re good at this, and it’s not a job that one person can do alone. I need every one of you."

Gao Yang always felt it was a pity for the Black Demons to die one by one like this, especially with so many lost in combat. If possible, he wanted the Black Demons to help train a few people, even if they only learned a little from them.

The Solar System Company is still in its early stages, and since they chose this path, merely recruiting veterans isn’t enough. It’s essential to cultivate a reliable and strong foundation from the start.

So letting someone like Hammer, who has lost combat ability, train talent isn’t about dumping him in some insignificant place to waste away, but because this task is truly essential and requires absolutely reliable and capable people to be in charge.

Yarebin tapped his cane, smiled, and said, "Actually, it’s a pretty good idea, Hammer. It’s worth thinking about. I’ve always said you’re not suited for solo missions, but you are particularly suited to training recruits, especially for assault teams. In this area, you’re the best—even better than Lebyazhef."

Gao Yang interjected, "We’re going to America, Hammer. You can come with us. If your injury stabilizes and you can leave, then come with us this time."

Hammer hesitated a bit, furrowing his brow and saying, "The medical conditions here are quite good, the recovery is fast, but the food here is really torturous. To ensure my broken leg heals quickly, they subjected me to inhumane treatment, feeding me stuff that not even dogs would eat!"

Afterward, Hammer proudly said, "Of course, as a real man, I don’t care about such things. There’s nothing I haven’t eaten; there’s no way I can be defeated by trivial matters like this."

Glewatov laughed and said, "Mouse is next door to you. He’s going crazy."

Hammer immediately said, "Oh, of course, if I could leave here, that would certainly be nice. I wouldn’t go crazy, but, but... being able to leave is still better. I would rather recover a bit slower, even a lot slower, but... you understand..."

Yarebin laughed heartily and then said slowly, "Then just recover here slowly. Gao is still waiting for you. Sooner is better than later. Since the recovery is indeed fast here, just stay."

Hammer smacked his lips, somewhat dejectedly saying, "Yes, Captain."

Yarebin smiled and said, "I’m no longer the captain. Gao Yang is the captain; this is merely my suggestion."

Hammer whispered, "Your suggestion is an order. I will comply. I... will stay, not going anywhere until I get better."

At that moment, someone knocked on the door, and a nurse poked her head in to say, "Sorry, everyone, visiting hours are over."

Yarebin stood up, smiled at Hammer, and said, "Let’s end here, then. We’ll set off to the United States soon, so we won’t see you for a while. I’ll see you after my trip."

Hammer nodded and whispered to Yarebin, "I understand, Captain. Enjoy your time."

Yarebin leaned close to Hammer’s head and whispered, "Hammer, by our principles and habits, I wouldn’t save you. I also thought it unnecessary, but I’m really glad you survived, genuinely overjoyed."

A smile appeared on Hammer’s face, and he softly said, "To make you happy, that is the greatest reward of my survival, Captain."

Yarebin pressed Hammer’s arm, then shook his hand tightly and said with a smile, "Live well, heal, and accompany me for a walk around this world. Goodbye."

"Goodbye, Captain."

Yarebin leaned on his cane, slowly walking out. As he reached the door, he smiled and waved at Hammer.

As the door to the ward closed, Yarebin exhaled deeply and then said with a smile, "Being alive is actually quite wonderful."

Glewatov reached out to assist Yarebin, who waved his hand, indicating no support was needed, and then said with a smile, "Let me do it myself. I’m not at the point of needing support yet."

Leaning on the cane, Yarebin strolled forward while loudly saying, "German beer really is great, and I’m in a good mood. Let’s find a pub and have a few drinks, then find something delicious to comfort our stomachs. Since Mouse can’t eat, let’s fulfill his wish for him, haha."

Gao Yang, with a face full of black lines, said in a low voice, "Teacher, keep it down; we’re at Mouse’s ward door, he can hear you."

At this moment, Liang Dong called out from the ward, "I heard that! Shameless! Shameless!"

Yarebin smiled slightly, leaned over, and whispered in Gao Yang’s ear, "I did it on purpose, haha."