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After dispatching all the relevant personnel to tackle the tasks she had arranged, Kisha and Duke stood in the square, gathering nearly a hundred newly awakened superhumans who had assembled around them.

Kisha had them all stand around the square, where she and Duke concluded the training session for the new warriors. They were given a rare opportunity to relax and rest their aching bodies, allowing time for their muscles to heal and strengthen.

The early rest was crucial, as their muscles had likely experienced strain and minor tears from the intense training, and this break would contribute to their overall progress.

Instead of leaving, the newly recruited warriors gathered around the square, resting nearby while observing the commotion.

Kisha and Duke didn’t chase them away but allowed them to stay.

Kisha focused on assessing the group, arranging them into a few lines.

Meanwhile, Duke instructed two soldiers to set up a desk on each side of Kisha, preparing for the evaluations.

Next, they began the registration process.

With Sparrow and Vulture having assisted these individuals in manifesting their awakened abilities, everyone now knew what powers they possessed.

Kisha wanted them to register their abilities for the records, making it easier to call upon them for specific tasks as needed.

Of course, they would also be rewarded for their contributions and completed tasks accordingly.

However, Kisha needed these records to manage the growing number of missions, as she couldn’t afford to search for specific ability users each time a task arose. This systematic approach was a standard practice in her previous lives across all bases, so she was simply getting ahead of the curve.

To set a good example, Kisha and Duke took the first step in the registration process. This way, both soldiers and superhumans would have a clear model to follow.

[Superhuman Registration Form]

[Name: Kisha Aldens

Level: 1

Age: 22

Awakened Ability: Telekinesis

Position in the Base: City Lord]

The registration process was straightforward, involving basic information collection.

Additionally, a third soldier, stationed further back, used a camera and portable photo printer provided by Kisha to capture and print pictures of each superhuman who registered, ensuring the records were more accurate.

After Kisha provided her details to the soldier handling the records, she stood still for a photo.

The third soldier took her picture, printed it immediately, and handed it to the record keeper.

The picture was then stapled to Kisha’s record and filed in the folder.

Duke followed the same procedure after her.

[Superhuman Registration Form]

[Name: Duke Winters

Level: 1

Age: 25

Awakened Ability: Elemental (Lightning, Fire, Ice)

Position in the Base: Vice City Lord]

Once the registration was complete, the superhumans began to feel more at ease.

Initially, they had feared that revealing their awakened abilities might make them vulnerable to danger, jealousy, or hostility.

They worried that others would exploit this knowledge against them, and keeping some details secret seemed like a way to protect themselves.

However, seeing Kisha and Duke openly register their abilities without hesitation or discomfort helped to dispel their fears and made them reconsider their earlier apprehensions.

Kisha sensed the unease among the superhumans and understood their fears.

To address their concerns, she took the lead in registering her own awakened ability, demonstrating that it was safe to be open about their powers.

She acknowledged that their apprehensions were natural and understandable, and her actions were meant to reassure them and help alleviate their fears.

"Everyone, I’m pleased to see that many of you have awakened your abilities. This is a significant step towards creating a safer base where we can all live securely with our families. However, achieving this vision will require us to face trials and hardships.

We must confront the threats to our safety, including the zombies around our base and, eventually, other humans who may seek to disrupt the peace and security we have worked so hard to establish."

"As the City Lord, it is my duty to ensure that we are protected from the dangers threatening our lives, just as we learned from the incident at the medical facility. Unity is crucial for our survival, and for that, I need everyone’s cooperation.

By registering your Awakened Abilities, we, the leaders, can better assign you to the department where you will be most effective.

If you prefer not to join a specific department, we can still call upon you for assistance as needed, and you will be compensated accordingly."

"Understanding each of your abilities allows us to assess our base’s situation more accurately and organize things more effectively.

Even if you choose to hide your abilities, they will become known eventually, so sharing this information now will contribute positively to our base’s growth. I urge you to cooperate with us."

Though Kisha’s demeanor was cold and indifferent, but her words resonated deeply with the crowd, and they found themselves nodding in agreement.

Having already faced the harsh realities of the apocalypse—betrayal, hunger, and the loss of loved ones—they have endured more than their share of suffering. What could be more horrific than what they’ve already experienced?

They are familiar with helplessness, but now they have the opportunity to reclaim their power and discover their own purpose, even after their once-peaceful lives have been shattered.

While they understood Kisha’s message, they were still driven by their own self-interest. They recognized that, despite their willingness to contribute, there was no such thing as a free meal.

The assurance of compensation for their efforts made it clear that they could both do good and benefit personally.

They were well aware that Kisha and her people not only had the numbers but also controlled the vital supplies essential for their survival.

So, who would dare defy her? Where would they go instead?

Would other shelters and base leaders be as lenient?

They knew the answers to these questions.

Understanding the reality of their situation, no one hesitated after Kisha’s speech.

They all showed their determination to complete the task and awaited further instructions.

However, some individuals, like Evelyn, were eager to follow Kisha’s guidance. For them, contributing to the betterment of their new community was a way to secure a better future for their children and families.

With the newly awakened superhumans now onboard, the registration process ran smoothly. However, Kisha remained vigilant, ensuring that no one was concealing their abilities and noting those with significant potential who could become valuable assets to the base.

She also made a mental list of individuals to call upon for future missions, such as the wall project and fabric gathering with Duke and the team. Eagerly awaiting the conclusion of the registration, Kisha was ready to mobilize these individuals to support her upcoming tasks.

Kisha was pleased to see that many of the newly awakened superhumans’ abilities that would be highly beneficial to the base.

While this brought her some relief, the pressing demands of her tasks meant that her unease was only slightly eased.

Duke, noticing her small gestures of tension, quietly offered his support with a reassuring pat on the back, helping to calm her nerves.

The registration process took nearly two hours before the completed folder was handed to Kisha.

The newly awakened superhumans remained in the square, waiting for her to dismiss them.

However, Kisha chose not to dismiss them just yet; she wanted to categorize them based on their abilities, separating those with support-type abilities from those with offensive and defensive-type abilities.