Nie Cai opened his eyes and found that Li Wei was no longer there.
Li Wei finally left, which made him feel a little sad.
"Li Wei... Oh, it seems I still can't keep her!"
Nie Cai sighed and thought helplessly.
Because of Li Wei, the joy of going to Central Station has been diluted a lot, making Nie Cai a little less interested.
After this separation, I don't know when I will see her again. I'm afraid Li Wei will be a passer-by in her life from now on.
Nie Cai had just stood up, but at this moment, he found that the cell phone on the sofa was ringing.
Nie Cai grabbed his cell phone reflexively and said in a strange way: "Hey, Li Wei, where are you..."
"Nie Cai, I am Shen Lan... I am also looking for her."
Shen Lan's voice was a little anxious, and there seemed to be a hint of crying in her voice as she said, "Nie Cai, can you help me find Li Wei... I have something to ask of her."
"She's not here with me, what's going on?"
Nie Cai was a little surprised and asked.
I don't know what happened to Shen Lan and made him panic like this.
"Something happened to Ruan Ling... Didn't she resign last time because she was so depressed about the hospital thing? Then she went on a trip. I was afraid that she would not be able to think about it, so I asked for leave and went with her and another female friend. We are planning to visit S County in City L."
Shen Lan's voice was filled with tears as she said: "GL's landscapes are the best in the world, and ys's landscapes are the best in gl. I thought that ys county is not far from n city, so it would be good to go and relax. I didn't expect that she would cause a big trouble!"
"Could it be that you were threatened by a black tour guide?"
Nie Cai frowned and asked quickly.
Eat, play, and relax together, this is a typical Chinese best friend. It is not safe enough for two women to travel together, and sometimes they will encounter things that they cannot cope with.
"It would be nice if it was something as simple as a black tour guide. Yesterday she mysteriously said she would take me to a new scenic spot. The scenery here is nice, but what I didn't expect was that she was actually going to rock climb and challenge 5.15d. Went on the rock climbing route!”
Shen Lan's voice choked with sobs as he said: "5.15d is a large rock wall with a difficulty of 400 meters. It is almost the most difficult route in the world. No one has completed the first climb yet. Is this a challenge that normal people dare to challenge? This is a challenge with your own life!”
"5.15d? Big rock wall?"
Nie Cai knew nothing about rock climbing, and he was confused about these names. Finally, with Shen Lan's explanation, Nie Cai finally figured out the basics of the matter.
It turned out that Ruan Ling was offended by the hospital's attitude of not daring to report the case and cover it up. In the end, the hospital gave her a sum of money privately and she simply went on a trip.
Ruan Ling's travel destination is ys county. The unique karst landforms in G city have created miraculous landscapes. In addition to the well-known landscapes, ys is actually also a sacred place among rock climbing enthusiasts.
The mountains around Yers County are bulging. Many of these peaks are not connected to each other, ranging from tens of meters to two or three hundred meters. These peaks are mature, with clear texture and clear layers. They are made of limestone and are very solid. What is particularly commendable is that due to the abundant rainfall all year round in G City, although some rock walls are severely weathered, the rain has washed the rock surfaces cleanly, leaving cracks and potholes that are solid and neat, with very little gravel, so It is called "a holy place created by God specifically for rock climbing enthusiasts" by foreign rock climbing clubs.
After years of development, the rock climbing routes in Yis County have reached a high level and have even been commercialized. However, many new routes have still been developed. Recently, a newly developed hell-level route with a difficulty of 5.15d was developed. Attracted Ruan Ling to challenge.
According to the rock climbing difficulty level classification method of the YDS system currently used in our country, it is divided into levels 1-5 according to the level of skills required by climbers when climbing and the difficulty of the rock wall. Generally speaking, rock climbing enthusiasts challenge They are all level 5 or above, and the difficulty level of level 5 is also the cut-off point for "technical climbing".
Levels from 5.0 to 5.7 are approximately the levels for rock climbing novices and are easy for experienced climbers, while levels 5.8 to 5.9 require climbers to master certain rock climbing techniques and techniques. 5. Level 10 is the highest level that ordinary amateur rock climbing enthusiasts can achieve. Rock climbing routes at this level require mastering and using various climbing techniques and techniques to complete.
Only expert rock climbers will attempt to challenge levels 5.11a and above. Currently, the most difficult rock climbing route that humans can achieve is level 5.15d. There are few 5.15d level rock climbing routes in the world. Among them are One is right here in ys, and it is a big rock wall route. The grade of the entire rock wall is above 5.12, and there is even a super difficult route of 5.15d in the middle section.
The so-called big wall climbing is a high-level expression of climbing. Climbing on technical rocky terrain all day, sometimes for multiple days; during the climb the climber must face and deal with a variety of physical and psychological challenges, set up belay stations and choose bivouacs, and finally complete the route and climb to the top of the rock. Not only is the whole process of climbing a big rock wall an unforgettable experience, but the unique mental state of the climber during the climb is even more fascinating. Incredibly, the unique feeling and exploratory nature of big wall climbing is impossible to describe on paper or otherwise. It would be an understatement to say that the kind of passion behind big wall climbing is better than the mountaineering quote: " because it's there" can fascinate and immerse climbers even more.
In addition to the beautiful resort grading system, there are other grading systems, from a0-a5, which better illustrate the difficulty of big rock climbing.
The meaning of equipment climbing difficulty coefficient:
a0: Also called frenchfree, it uses all kinds of equipment to climb up without using rope ladders.
a1: Simple equipment climbing, the protection point setting is straightforward and simple, there is no risk of being pulled out when falling, and a rope ladder is usually required.
a2: Moderately difficult equipment climbing. The belay points are relatively easy to set up and can provide good protection. Occasionally there are one or two slim belay points, but there is no risk of injury from falling.
a2+: Similar to a2, but with more slender protection points, there may be a fall distance of 6-10 meters when it fails, and there is a possibility of collision with the rock wall when falling.
a3: A relatively difficult equipment climb. One section often takes more than an hour. Each protection point must be tested. There are many delicate protection points. There may not be a very reliable protection point in the entire section. There is a risk of falling over a long distance, up to more than 15 meters, but the consequences of the fall will not be very serious (injury or death).
a3+: Similar to a3, but the risk is higher. One passage may take more than 3 hours. The slender protection points cannot withstand the impact of falling. "Beaks" and "hooks" (common steel equipment for equipment climbing) are often used. The potential fall distance is more than 20 meters, which can cause serious injury if good judgment is not used.
a4: A very serious equipment climb with huge risks. The potential fall distance is as long as 30-40 meters, and the consequences of a fall include death.
a4+: A more serious equipment climbing than a4. It is impossible to describe the details in words. It is usually explained by a certain recognized a4+ route. Every guarantee point is unreliable and the rock texture is very broken. In order not to destroy a certain protection point The stable state causes a chain reaction in the entire system. Climbers must judge and move as quickly and accurately as a ballet dancer, and it is common to see entire pitches fall.
a5: An extreme manifestation of equipment climbing, even the belay station is unreliable in the entire section.
Corresponding to the beautiful resort system, the difficulty coefficient of the big rock wall that Ruan Ling climbed is at least a5 level. As a senior rock climbing enthusiast, Ruan Ling's best score is about 5.14a. This time she challenges the highest difficulty level of 5.15d. Bi, it was simply taking a risk. If she hadn't been stimulated, I'm afraid she wouldn't have chosen such a life-threatening route.
Shen Lan finished introducing the background information in one breath, and then continued: "Ruan Ling and another friend went to try to climb this route for the first time. They had just set up a tent on the rock wall, but unexpectedly they encountered a rockfall, and the equipment was damaged by the rockfall. It was smashed, and now I can only watch her hanging on a cliff more than 200 meters high. She can only stay on the hanging tent, unable to move forward or retreat, so she can only call me for help!"
"Wait... why are you calling for help? Shouldn't it be weird to call the fire brigade?"
Nie Cai suddenly remembered something and asked quickly.
At this time, the most effective way should be to ask for help from fire fighters. They have rich rescue experience, so saving people should not be a problem.
"It's not that simple. The rocky terrain there is too complex. There is no way to rescue through conventional means, unless a helicopter is used..."
Shen Lan hesitated for a moment, and then said: "The Public Security Department of Province X and City N has helicopters. My only hope now is to find media connections through Director Li and use the helicopter to rescue. Otherwise, Ruan Ling will be trapped." On the rock wall, lacking food and water, we can't last more than a few days... "
"Ruan Ling is looking for death. How can she be so desperate? Why don't you stop her?"
Nie Cai was suddenly speechless and said.
"Nie Cai, you don't understand. There are less than ten 5.15d routes in the world, and there are even fewer of them on big rock walls. No one in our country has ever climbed a 5.15d route for the first time, and there are only three in the world. A woman has climbed a 5.15d rock wall. I just want to be glorious once in my life... "
There was a rustling sound coming from the phone, and the sound quality was very poor. The sound seemed to come from the loudspeaker of the walkie-talkie, and it was Ruan Ling's voice.
"You think you are a Red Bull Death Squadron. They are accompanied by professional personnel for protection. It's better for you to go up there on impulse!"
Nie Cai couldn't help but said helplessly.
The Red Bull Expendables is a nickname for extreme sports experts sponsored by Red Bull. These extreme sports experts are accustomed to challenging the limits. In other words, they are risking their lives.
But having a sponsor means having financial and safety guarantees. Ruan Ling's conditions are completely incomparable to those of the Red Bull Expendables.
"What should I do? The only person I know who may have something to do with is Li Wei. If I can't find her, what will Ruan Ling do..."
On the phone, Shen Lan's voice was filled with sobs, and she said helplessly.
"Forget it... I'll try, maybe I can find the helicopter."
Nie Cai sighed and said.
"real?"
Shen Lan suddenly said in surprise.
"Of course it's true. I happen to have some connections with the Public Security Bureau. I'll call and ask now. People from the Public Security Bureau will probably be happy to rescue this kind of death squad. This is big news that you sacrificed your lives to make."
Ruan Ling wanted to commit suicide, but for Shen Lan's sake, she reluctantly helped.
Moreover, Shen Lan still has little experience. In fact, this matter can be a big deal without Li Wei's intervention at all.
CCTV has reported on the news of rescuing travel companions several times, and this time Ruan Ling also brought the gimmick of challenging the "world's most difficult" 5.15-d large rock climbing route. No matter what the purpose is, the X Provincial Public Security Department will not allow it. He spared no effort to rescue her.
Nie Cai could sensitively feel that such a big news that shocked the whole country should get a lot of news points, and might even get high-level permissions.
Whether it was for Ruan Ling's safety or for news points, Nie Cai had to make this trip.
As for Ruan Ling and the others who rock-climbed afterwards, what will happen in the eyes of the people across the country? Some people may laugh at her for not overestimating her abilities, and some may praise her for daring to take on challenges, but this is all for the future.
Now, rescuing Ruan Ling and the others is the most important thing.
After hanging up Shen Lan's call, Nie Cai looked through his address book and found a mobile phone number.
Last time when he was catching the big drug lord Dai Sanye, Nie Cai happened to help Team Leader Hou once. The other party owed him a favor. It should be the best way to contact the X Provincial Public Security Department through Team Leader Hou. .
"Hi, hello, Team Leader Hou..."
Nie Cai thought for a while and dialed Team Leader Hou's phone number.
"Reporter Nie, it's you. I thought you had forgotten me. Remember, I still owe you a meal. I will be leaving province X next week, so I must reward you!"
Team leader Hou's generous business rang out and he said very enthusiastically.
Including arresting the drug lord Dai Sanye and preventing the Cobra mercenaries from retaliating against Wu Qian, Team Leader Hou actually owed Nie Cai two favors. Without Nie Cai, his actions would not have been meritorious, and he would not have suffered any consequences. The punishments are already pretty good.
"You're welcome, Team Leader Hou. That's it. I have something to ask you for help..."
Seeing the enthusiastic tone of Team Leader Hou, Nie Cai was slightly relieved. He was afraid that such a big leader of the Ministry of Public Security would turn his back on him, but now it seems that Team Leader Hou is still very enthusiastic.
Nie Cai recounted what happened to Ruan Ling just now and said, "Can you arrange for the helicopter from the Public Security Department of X Province to be dispatched to rescue the trapped traveler?"
As a province with a relatively backward economy in the country, the Public Security Department of X Province only has one official helicopter. The aircraft of the agricultural department are simply unusable and cannot take on the important task of rescue.
"sure, no problem."
Team leader Hou almost didn't even think about it and said: "Reporter Nie, as the saying goes, if you have difficulties, call the police. Our public security team is to help people in need. I will personally supervise and direct this rescue operation. Of course, also I hope the media can follow and report the whole process..."
Not to mention that Team Leader Hou owed Nie Cai a favor, even if he didn't owe Nie Cai a favor, Team Leader Hou would still help Ruan Ling.
Why did Team Leader Hou come to X Province to arrest the international drug lord Dai Sanye? Isn’t it just to achieve meritorious service and appear in the media
He and Wu Qian actually have the same purpose. Only by frequently appearing in the media and making contributions will the road to promotion be much easier.
The news that the public security department dispatched a helicopter to rescue a trapped traveler is an excellent opportunity. With media reports, the success of the rescue will naturally not miss the credit of team leader Hou.
"In that case, thank you very much!"
Nie Cai was immediately overjoyed and said quickly.
Team leader Hou agreed so simply, which finally made him breathe a sigh of relief.
Nie Cai thought for a moment and then called Director Xue to tell him about the matter.
"No problem, just go ahead. I don't need your help here. Remember to leave a copy for our column!"
Director Xue seemed to be more interested than Nie Cai. Judging from his excited tone, if it hadn't been for the Lanxiang Chemical Plant's sewage discharge time, he would probably have joined in the fun.
A traveler challenged the "world's most difficult" 5.15-d rock climbing route. This kind of news is exciting enough, and it is completely worthy of the CCTV level.
After receiving a positive answer, Nie Cai immediately packed up his things, went to the x provincial TV station as quickly as possible to get the equipment, and then went to the x provincial public security department.
The helicopter pilot was ready at this time. Nie Cai got on the helicopter with the equipment and headed straight to Ys County...
"Reporter Nie, I originally called people from CCTV and asked them to report on the rescue. Unexpectedly, I got some news... You are actually a reporter from CCTV?"
The helicopter was deafening. Team leader Hou glanced at a woman sitting in the plane and said loudly to Nie Cai.
"You know everything?"
Nie Cai smiled and said.
Team leader Hou must have felt that his reporting as a "provincial station reporter" was not strong enough, so he simply notified the CCTV reporters and wanted them to report together.
Unexpectedly, Director Xue had already said hello in advance. In order to avoid wasting manpower, CCTV only sent one reporter and let Nie Cailai be the cameraman.
"Hello, my name is Zhang Zimeng. Director Xue mentioned you to me. This is our first time working together. I hope we can have a pleasant cooperation."
In the back seat of the helicopter, the woman smiled and gently shook hands with Nie Cai.
Ys County is not far from N City. After flying for about an hour, the helicopter arrived at Ys County.
However, it wasn't enough when we got to Ys County. Ys County was so big that Nie Cai didn't know where Shen Lan and the others were.
"Reporter Nie, where are they now? Why don't they raise a beacon to locate them."
According to the rescue procedures, when rescuing from the air, the trapped people on the ground should generally light a bonfire and let the eye-catching smoke determine their position. Otherwise, it will be difficult to see clearly in the sky.
Nie Cai nodded and quickly dialed Shen Lan's phone number to ask her to prepare to light a bonfire to locate him.
However, at this moment, a girl came over the phone, which immediately made Nie Cai's heart sink.
"Hello, the phone you dialed has been turned off..."
Has Shen Lan turned off her phone? Could it be that her mobile phone has run out of battery
Without mobile phone contact, how can the helicopter find them in the vast mountains? This is simply fatal!