CHAPTER 53: CHAPTER 5: CAPTAIN

Du Feng spoke while exchanging glances with Gan Tieshan.

He said loudly, "I suggest: First, let’s replace the head of internal affairs with Gan Tieshan. Everyone has seen Shan’s contributions over the past two days; he made the wooden bed, set up the food storage rack, and even made fire starters for preserving and transporting fire. His contributions could be said to be significant!"

"Second, let’s also change the head of external affairs, and the work objective of the external team should focus on food. We need more food!"

"That’s all I have to suggest, I’m done."

The camp fell silent for a moment.

At this moment, Yan Bian suddenly said, "I have no objections to changing the head of the external team and shifting work objectives, but fetching water must be done daily, no matter who the leader is, this point must be remembered."

Everyone nodded in agreement.

"Then let’s first settle the matter of the external team leader."

Yan Bian said, "I recommend Mr. Bai. Since we want to focus on food, we should let a professional be the team leader."

Mr. Bai is the fisherman Bai Yachuan.

The others expressed their approval.

Just when Chen Wen thought Bai Yachuan was about to become the new leader, Yan Bian looked at Chen Wen: "Chen Wen, what’s your opinion?"

"Me?"

Chen Wen was taken aback, seeing everyone’s eyes focused on him, he smiled and said, "I’m new here, so I’d better not give an opinion."

"There’s no such thing as being new or not. As long as you’re a member of the group...team, you can express your opinion."

Du Feng encouraged, "If you make sense and convince us, you could also be the team leader."

"That’s not necessary."

Chen Wen smiled and said, "I also support letting professionals handle professional matters."

"Good, approval is unanimous, Yan Bian is relieved of duties, and Bai Yachuan will take charge of external affairs to focus on acquiring food."

Yan Bian nonchalantly announced the result and nodded kindly at Bai Yachuan.

Bai Yachuan stood up, speaking quickly, "Then I’ll temporarily take on the role of team leader, thank you all for your trust."

With this matter resolved.

Du Feng continued, "As for the internal team leader, who does everyone support? I openly support Shan."

Gan Tieshan said sullenly, "I also support myself."

"Shan’s contributions are indeed significant, I support him too."

Zhuo Hongnian said.

Zhang Hu then expressed his support, "Same here."

Seeing four votes easily secured, Du Feng glanced proudly at Lu Heng and Wang Zhi, who wore sour expressions.

Just as he was about to continue canvassing for votes.

Yan Bian suddenly said, "I have a proposal, does anyone want to hear it?"

Hearing this, everyone looked towards Yan Bian.

"I support Chen Wen."

Chen Wen: ?

Upon hearing these words, almost instantly, everyone turned to the quietly observing Chen Wen.

Even Chen Wen himself hadn’t expected that Yan Bian would suddenly bring it up.

Seeing Chen Wen’s surprised look, Yan Bian thought silently to himself: No choice, it’s the program team’s requirement.

"And the reason?"

Du Feng asked with a frown.

"It’s simple."

Yan Bian confidently said, "Chen Wen survived alone on the island for seven days and managed to gather so much meat. Is there anyone who doubts his abilities?"

This...

No one had anything to say.

After all, facts speak louder than words.

But Gan Tieshan frowned and said, "I think Chen Wen’s strength lies in hunting; he should be on the external team..."

Before Gan Tieshan could finish, Yan Bian said, "He’s injured now, it’s better for him to rest at the camp."

Gan Tieshan stopped talking.

Chen Wen is indeed injured, and prioritizing the care of injured members is also an agreed team protocol.

"But Chen Wen is new here, he hasn’t contributed and can’t gain everyone’s confidence."

Du Feng had a different opinion.

Upon hearing this, Yan Bian shook his head, "Can’t gain confidence? Chen Wen, what do you say?"

After hesitating for a moment, Chen Wen stood up directly.

He saw an opportunity, a chance to quickly integrate into the men’s group.

Chen Wen said, "I am indeed new here and not familiar with everyone; that’s true, but I’m very good at survival and plan to pursue a career as a wilderness survival streamer. As for camp chores, I’m not saying I’m an expert, but I know a lot. And when it comes to contributions, I do have a few words to say."

"The shark meat and Black Panther meat we ate that night, aren’t they contributions?"

Hearing this, everyone was taken aback.

It seems that’s true!

Although Chen Wen just joined, he had already contributed to the team.

The food consumed in these days was all left by Chen Wen!

Upon hearing this, everyone felt a little moved.

Gan Tieshan’s contributions were substantial, based on his woodworking skills.

Can he handle camp chores better than Chen Wen?

Chen Wen was someone who survived alone on a deserted island for seven days, set up a camp, and obtained a large amount of food.

In terms of professionalism?

Chen Wen should not lose to anyone!

And when it comes to contributions, Chen Wen is actually greater than Gan Tieshan.

"I support Chen Wen."

Yan Bian directly said.

"We two have no objections!"

Lu Heng and Wang Zhi quickly chose to support Chen Wen. There were conflicts between them and Gan Tieshan and Du Feng, so supporting Gan Tieshan was impossible for them.

Lv Guocheng and Bai Yachuan also expressed their support for Chen Wen after a simple discussion.

Five votes.

And Zhang Hu also changed his vote.

He apologetically cupped his hands to Gan Tieshan and said, "I’ve changed my vote, I feel Chen Wen is a good choice."

Plus, Chen Wen’s own vote.

Seven to three, Chen Wen successfully got elected as the internal team leader.

Gan Tieshan said unwillingly, "But he’s really new, unfamiliar with the camp; can he handle it well?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Wen, without waiting for others to speak, directly said, "Shan, you’re wrong on this point; actually, I am somewhat familiar."

"From what I can see, the camp lacks food, and the external team’s shift to focus on food is very appropriate."

"On the internal affairs side, is it true that everyone’s resting conditions are not very good?"

Hearing this, everyone’s expressions seemed as if they’d seen a ghost.

"Did you tell him?"

Gan Tieshan looked at Yan Bian, with a questioning look.

Yan Bian shook his head, "I didn’t say."

Chen Wen smiled and said, "It’s not hard to see; when I arrived on the island, I saw that everyone had dark circles under their eyes. Plus, Mr. Du just mentioned that Shan has recently been making beds, so I guessed it."

Attention to detail shows one’s real capabilities.

Chen Wen’s words made everyone more convinced of his professionalism.

Gan Tieshan couldn’t say much more.

He glanced at Chen Wen and said, "Hope you can do well, I won’t give up."

"Of course, we’re all about openness, fairness, and justice, so everyone can supervise anytime!"

Chen Wen said with a smile.

In fact, he didn’t care much about being a leader or not.

But Chen Wen wanted to leverage the program to boost his reputation, gain more followers, and pave the way for his future streaming career.

Passively executing others’ orders wouldn’t work; that would just make him blend with the crowd.

But becoming a leader would leave a deeper impression on the audience.

Moreover, the best way to integrate into a group is to actively participate, even lead its actions.

So, the title of the internal team leader is something he had to fight for.

The plan falling through, Du Feng and Gan Tieshan felt a bit depressed and disappointed.

But the meeting was still ongoing.

Next was the discussion of the work for tomorrow.

The external team’s goal was very clear, to find food.

The four-member external team: Bai Yachuan, Lv Guocheng, Zhang Hu, and Yan Bian, decided together that they’d head to the beach after breakfast tomorrow.

There wasn’t much discussion among the internal team.

In Chen Wen’s words, he wasn’t yet familiar with the current situation of the camp’s resting area.

He needed to understand the situation fully before discussing it.

Therefore, work assignments for the internal team were postponed by Chen Wen to tomorrow.

With the meeting concluded, everyone planned to rest.

On this unentertaining deserted island, there wasn’t much to do for amusement at night.

The campfire was gently covered with sand.

Everyone, carrying torches, headed towards the cave for rest.