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"The solar panels are fine, no other components have a problem, it's just that the Solar Grid Tie Inverter is broken," Li Hang said with a pained expression.

"Is the impact severe?" Li Yu asked.

"To put it simply, the grid tie inverter itself isn't expensive, but it plays an absolutely crucial role. It's like our heart. Without it, no matter how strong the sun is, our photovoltaic system can't produce any electricity."

"So you mean we can't generate electricity now?" Li Yu frowned.

"That's right."

"Didn't I buy a few sets of equipment before? Is there one that can be replaced? Let's do a replacement this time," Li Yu thought aloud.

"All other components are fine, just that solar grid tie inverter. I had purchased three before, but then, during the torrential rains over several continuous days, it short-circuited several times, and afterwards one broke, and the other two also got waterlogged..." Li Hang explained.

"Didn't I say before? Valuable items must be stored in a dry underground warehouse, why did you..." Li Yu said helplessly.

Li Hang sighed and said, "Brother, it's mainly because of the previous heavy rains, and the recent blizzard has had quite a big impact on the inverters."

"Do you know where we can get one?" Li Yu shifted focus, since there was a problem, it was better to solve it.

"There should be some in the city. But now, with the inverter broken, we absolutely can't generate electricity. Relying solely on the current electricity stored in the batteries, if we keep the base's heating and the underground plantation's supply as they are now, they will only last about a week.

However, if we focus solely on ensuring the heating for the underground plantation, everyone could move there to sleep at night temporarily, which could extend it for about ten more days."

After hearing Li Hang's words, Li Yu said worriedly, "So, we have to find and replace the Solar Grid Tie Inverter within the very latest seventeen days, otherwise we'll have a blackout?"

"Exactly, that's what it means," Li Hang confirmed.

Li Yu felt a headache coming on, considering the current weather outside was a frozen snowy landscape with temperatures tens of degrees below zero, and having to trek dozens of miles away to find something.

The difficulty was indeed quite substantial for them.

But this was something that had to be done; without electricity, if the heating stopped, everything would be ruined.

Realizing the gravity of the situation, Li Yu took out the walkie-talkie to call over Second Uncle, Third Uncle, and others to discuss the matter.

Second Uncle, who had just hurried over, rushed into the room and immediately asked, "Can the inverter be repaired again?"

Li Hang shook his head with a bitter smile, "I've already tried fixing them, several are completely wrecked. We must replace them with new ones."

"Do you know exactly where we can get one in the city?" Second Uncle inquired.

Li Hang answered, "As far as I know, our photovoltaic energy, this brand, has a logistics point in the city center, and there should also be some for sale in the electronics market there."

"Then that's settled," Second Uncle declared.

Third Uncle, Uncle, Fourth Uncle, Dapao, Tianlong, and others came into the room, and Li Yu saw that nearly everyone had arrived.

So he directly addressed the group:

"You probably all heard some information on your way here. We've encountered an issue with our photovoltaic system, mainly the inverter. Without this inverter, we are going to have a major electricity problem, so we must make a trip to the city."

Upon hearing this, Uncle nodded and said, "I also roughly understand the situation. At this stage, ensuring electricity is indeed crucial."

Everyone agreed that this was a serious matter and could not be delayed.

Seeing this, Li Yu got straight to the point, "Yes, we must get this inverter, but with the extremely cold weather, going out poses certain risks. The key issue is who will go."

Upon hearing the question Li Yu raised, Li Hang immediately replied, "I'll go, I know where we can get that inverter."

"Indeed, you are going, and I am also going this time. It's a matter of great importance. Let's see who else can go," said Li Yu.

It has been snowing for days outside, but inside the base, everyone is still routinely clearing the snow, which makes it possible to walk normally. Everyone has stayed in the base for so long without going out, and no one is certain about the conditions outside.

We don't know if the roads have been blocked by the snow. On the way to the city center, we will pass through some woods. There might be thick accumulations of snow on both sides, which could easily trigger avalanches. The road might be slippery.

If we venture out that far and the car stalls halfway, what can we do? In such cold weather, once the car stops, trying to walk back on our legs would most certainly lead to us freezing to death.

.....

In such extreme weather, especially after continuous snowfall, all kinds of accidents could happen, and no one knows what problems they might encounter on the road.

All things considered, this trip is extremely dangerous.

That's why Li Yu is asking for everyone's opinion to see who is willing to go.

"Count me in. I'm very familiar with the city center," said Captain Lv. He had been recovering for quite a while after getting shot, but now he was basically fine.

However, Captain Lv was anxious. People like Bai Jie, who joined later, had started to contribute their abilities. He, being one of the earlier members, had yet to accomplish anything significant.

He hadn't participated in the last mission to deal with Harmony Garden because of his health.

Now, hearing that there was such an opportunity, he certainly wanted to join.

"Include me as well," said Old Xie.

"And me," added Shang Xue'er.

Li Yu looked at the three of them with some surprise. They were quite eager.

Especially Captain Lv and Old Xie, both of whom had daughters; under normal circumstances, they would be more cautious and reluctant to take risks for the sake of their daughters.

But now this is...

Nevertheless, it's not important. It's a good opportunity to test the team's cohesiveness.

"Brother Yu, I want to go out too. It's been snowing heavily these days, and I've almost suffocated staying in. I must be included in this trip. It's a good chance to get some fresh air," Dapao said excitedly.

Li Yu was speechless: "Do you think it's a trip for fun? It's very dangerous to go out this time. Have you forgotten what I just told you?"

"Haha, no problem, I love facing danger. I'll go with you this time," Dapao laughed.

"I must go as well," declared Tianlong.

Hearing the two of them so eager to go, a warm current rose in Li Yu's heart.

All along, Dapao, Tianlong, Tiezi, and Gangzi had been dealing with various issues outside alongside him.

In the most dangerous and difficult times, he was leading them at the forefront. They had encountered many problems and resolved many together.

What they had forged was not only understanding but also profound brotherhood.

Tiezi and Gangzi were on duty today and couldn't come. Otherwise, from what Li Yu knew about them, they would definitely want to volunteer as well.

But it was good that they did not come, this way they could stay and guard the base. With seven or eight people, we should have enough for this trip.

Li Yu nodded, "So it's me, Xiao Hang, Tianlong, Dapao, Old Lv, Old Xie, and Shang Xue'er. Then this time, the seven of us will go."