The Guardian's Return by Old Pumpkin

Chapter 39

Chapter 39

Eric was at a loss for words. The situation was completely different from what he had imagined.

With a parched mouth, he watched the passing residents and said to one of his officers, Quick, go ask if they have any more ice pops."

The officer, nearly fainting, replied, "

all out of strength.

Eric clenched his fist. If his subordinates would not go, who else would? Himself?

He was the commander! If he went, would that not mean his rank was just for show?

"If no one's going, then we'll all stay thirsty," he declared. "I can endure it."

He had plenty of time and resources to outlast them!

In the distance, Sky and a few residents were in a house, enjoying the air conditioning and eating ice pops while watching Eric and his team.

faints before they go

and under the tree, some officers

his breaking point. Although the tree's shade protected them from direct sunlight, the heat

then he thought that was impossible. He was the commander. How could Sky forget about someone

respectful Sky had been to the previous commanders. There was no chance he would dare neglect someone of Eric's

how much longer do we have to wait?" an officer

"Soon. Just a little

like wet towels thoroughly soaked with sweat. A single twist of

take it anymore," several officers mumbled, their

could not take it any longer. He struggled to his

to look for

still under the shade,

by now.

had returned long ago. He was in a nearby

went to find water returned, having actually found some water. However, as

mouth and said, "That's barely enough for anyone. Go

lot lying on the ground, don't just lie

found the water was

the town ourselves. They have either forgotten about you or are