Chapter 539 - 548: More and More People Join the Rescue

Chapter 539: Chapter 548: More and More People Join the Rescue

They discovered that wherever Sterling passed, large piles of rubble and debris would inexplicably vanish. This made their rescue efforts much easier.

At first, they didn’t think much of it, simply marveling at the incredible speed of Sterling and the Black Swan Corps and admiring their immense power.

But then, they started to feel that something wasn’t right. The cleanup was happening so fast it was almost unnatural.

They couldn’t help but recall their escape from Sanctyr Base earlier that day. Any falling debris that had so much as touched Sterling had inexplicably disappeared.

’Could that be what’s happening now?’

At this thought, everyone worked with even greater vigor, their hearts trembling with excitement.

Sterling was truly extraordinary.

And this was *their* Sterling, the leader of their Caeluna Base.

The people of Caeluna Base couldn’t help but feel a thrill of excitement at the thought that such a powerful person was their leader.

Sterling treated them so well. With a leader this good, the stronger she became, the happier they would be.

Under her protection, they felt more confident about their future in this apocalyptic world.

Up ahead, Stella Sterling once again felt a surge of faith power flowing into her.

She quickly understood. This power of faith was coming from the members of Caeluna Base who had noticed something was amiss.

’They must have guessed something, which is why their reverence for me has deepened.’

’Looks like I was right. The people of Caeluna Base are truly loyal. Even without making them take the Loyal Servant Pill, they are completely devoted to me.’

Stella Sterling was very pleased.

Feeling the power of faith surge into her, the smile on her face deepened.

’The benefits I’ve gained since my last spatial upgrade keep growing.’

’Aside from the obvious changes to the space itself, there’s this power of faith.’

’Before, no matter how much people admired me, it was just admiration.’

’But now, their admiration and fervor transform into power of faith that surges into me, becoming a force that makes me stronger.’

And so, with Caeluna Base and Stella Sterling working in concert, a rapid rescue operation unfolded in the dead of night.

There were others who could only watch in anguish and despair as their loved ones were trapped. They didn’t understand what was happening, but they saw the debris crushing their relatives suddenly vanish. After a moment of stunned silence, they sprang into action and began to dig.

Even many of those trapped beneath the rubble, who had all but given up hope, sensed the silent change. Hope flared in their eyes once more.

Unsure of what was happening, they attributed it all to a miracle.

One by one, they offered silent prayers.

Countless people were pulled from the vast stretches of rubble.

Those who had been trapped in despair just moments before now joined the rescue effort.

More and more people joined the rescue. Soon, even those who had been safe from the start began to pitch in.

They may not have had family or friends trapped underneath, but the scene moved them.

It was as if something deep inside them had been awakened, and they voluntarily joined the rescue.

Some with medical skills spontaneously formed teams to treat the injured.

Despite the limited tools and space, everyone did their part to help.

At the same time, a name began to spread through the crowd and take root in their minds.

Caeluna Base.

Many who had been confused before now understood: it was the people from Caeluna Base who had organized the rescue. They were the ones who had cleared the path, removing the massive chunks of rubble.

In this way, Caeluna Base’s reputation quickly spread throughout Veridia.

Stella Sterling soon arrived at the Three Tigers Corps’ position.

The mood among the Three Tigers Corps was somber.

When Stella Sterling arrived, the members of the Three Tigers Corps were just sitting on the ground, motionless.

Beside them lay several bodies—their fallen brothers.

When Hunter Night had returned, he found that aside from one or two who reacted quickly enough to escape, the rest of the Three Tigers Corps had been buried beneath the rubble.

The two survivors had been frantically digging for their brothers, and Hunter Night had immediately joined them.

Soon after, Zane Xavier arrived with several people from Caeluna Base. Without a word, they joined the rescue effort as well.

The people from Caeluna Base were strong, so they worked much faster.

They quickly rescued the trapped members of the Three Tigers Corps.

All twenty-odd members of the Three Tigers Corps were pulled out. Some were severely injured and remained unconscious, while those in better shape were helping tend to the wounds.

However, a few had been so severely injured that they didn’t survive long enough to be rescued.

After listening to Zane Xavier’s report, Stella Sterling nodded in understanding.

It couldn’t be helped. In a disaster of this magnitude, no one could guarantee survival.

She looked at the most seriously injured members of the Three Tigers Corps and began treating their wounds.

Just then, Hunter Night noticed her. He led his men over and knelt directly before Stella Sterling. "Miss Sterling, thank you!"

He knew that if Miss Sterling’s people hadn’t helped, the losses among his brothers would have been far more severe.

Besides, Miss Sterling had rescued him from Sanctyr Base herself.

He owed Miss Sterling a debt that deserved this show of respect.

The other men followed Hunter Night’s lead and knelt as well.

"Get up," Stella said. "You and your men helped me back at Sanctyr Base. Consider this my way of returning the favor."

With that, Stella turned her attention to the others, continuing to treat their injuries.

Hunter Night stood up. Though his heart ached for his fallen brothers, he knew this was no time for despair.

After tending to the members of the Three Tigers Corps, Stella Sterling resumed her previous work.

When Zane Xavier and his men learned what Stella was doing, they joined in as well.

Hunter Night exchanged a look with his subordinates. He left two men behind to look after the wounded, then ordered the rest who were well enough to follow Caeluna Base and help with the rescue.

And so, the rescue party grew ever larger.

After finishing her task, Stella Sterling began to move through the area again. The people had been rescued, but the severely injured still required treatment.

However, she soon discovered that people had already spontaneously organized teams to treat the wounded.