The shell casings in his pocket grew more numerous, their tinkling sound ringing exceptionally crisp in the empty shooting range.
The day the village's power grid was upgraded and lines were connected, the sky was clear and cloudless. The warm sun bathed the earth, draping the entire village in a layer of golden brilliance. Yet, Liang Song’s mood was far from light; it matched the complex wiring project about to begin. Ever since he had experienced a series of suspicious incidents, he had maintained a state of high vigilance, his nerves stretched as tight as a bowstring.
When Liang Song took the initiative to climb the twelve-meter utility pole, his movements remained steady and practiced. His rubber-soled shoes locked firmly onto the pole's protrusions, and his hands gripped it with strength. As he ascended, the wind gradually picked up, whipping his work uniform. He paid it no mind, focusing instead on climbing to the top, his heart set only on finishing the wiring task as quickly as possible so that every household in the village could have electricity.
Chapter 457