Embers Ad Infinitum

Jiang Baimian followed the pre-planned rhetoric, starting from Shuiwei Town, picking up the key points and talking about returning to Hongshiji.

What she concealed here was the "establishment" of the Weed City branch of the Shang Miyao Brotherhood and the "abduction" of the intelligent robot Gnawa. At the same time, she described the Vigilance Sect as the dominant party in dealing with Dimarco. , and the "Old Tune Team" are mercenaries who join this ranks for reward and a little bit of justice. Anyway, they don't seem to be very dangerous. If the sky falls, there will be tall people who can hold it up.

In fact, there is no problem with this. As Vier said, behind the coincidence is often fate.

Xiyu first picked up the azure ceramic tea cup, took a sip, then shook his head with a smile and sighed:

“You have encountered more and more dangerous things on this trip than others who have carried out ten or twenty missions. It is simply unbelievable.

"It was the same last time. I went to deliver a filter chip and a lot of things happened."

When she was halfway through speaking, Shang Jianyao had already set his sights on Long Yuehong. Jiang Baimian forcibly held back and did not do so. Bai Chen looked calm, as if it was not the "old tune group" that was "ridden by bad luck".

In front of the deputy minister, Long Yuehong couldn't refute, so she could only sit upright and pretend not to feel Shang Jianyao's gaze.

"What's wrong?" After Xiyu finished speaking, he asked about some abnormalities that appeared in front of him.

Jiang Baimian smiled and explained:

"Because we ourselves also feel that we have encountered too many dangers and things, we wonder if one of the team members has been unlucky recently. Anyway, it's just you guess and I guess, you tell me and I tell you, I'm used to taking this Come to adjust your mood."

Xiyu laughed:

"It's okay to joke, but don't take it seriously. Superstition is a very bad thing."

I used to believe in science... At this moment, Long Yuehong seemed to hear the voices of Jiang Baimian, Shang Jianyao and Bai Chen.

Xiyu took another sip of tea and asked:

"During the process of dealing with the 'Underground Ark', did you witness the battle between the Vigilance Sect and Di Marco?"

"No." Jiang Baimian shook his head without hesitation.

"No." Shang Jianyao agreed very sincerely.

Bai Chen and Long Yuehong also gave similar answers using body language at the same time.

This is definitely not a lie.

The Vigilant Sect didn't fight Dimarco at all, and of course they couldn't watch.

Xiyu nodded lightly and said:

"It's a pity, otherwise you could gain a lot of important information about the awakened ones and the 'soul corridor'."

She immediately suppressed the gentle smile that often hung on her face and said seriously:

“You are going to the Prime City next, where there are hidden dragons and crouching tigers, and there are countless awakened people at the ‘soul corridor’ level.

"Compared to ferocious firepower, large numbers of troops, and various advanced equipment, these people are more dangerous and more terrifying. This is not to say that they can block missiles with their bodies, but in a crowded city, their ability, their The coverage is enough to cause any unprepared person to die unconsciously.

"Fortunately, you have experience fighting against that 'high-level heartless person', so you don't understand everything."

Jiang Baimian took the opportunity and said:

“Minister, I was just about to mention this.

"I wonder if we can apply for all the information collected by the company in the field of awakened people? It would be best to have the Zhi Sui and the field corresponding to different abilities, as well as the approximate price range. In this way, when we encounter Zhi Sui with different beliefs, When practicing religion, prevention can be effectively carried out.

"We can't always wait until we encounter something and then ask the company by sending a telegram. Not every time nothing happens, so we can calmly return to our residence and take out the transceiver."

Xiyu listened silently, nodded slightly and said:

“Your concerns are indeed valid, and I will try to help you apply.

"Actually, after your investigation has reached this level, you are qualified to obtain more information."

At this point, she laughed:

"Although you have encountered many things, you have also gained a lot. Just learning about the nine major research institutes and figuring out the original identity of the former first citizen of the 'First City' is a great contribution.

"After the review is completed, your employee level will definitely be improved, and the corresponding authority will also be increased.

"However, don't be too superstitious about the information provided by the company. It is not that perfect and may contain errors. Also, there is no inevitable connection between which person you believe in and what abilities you have awakened. It can only be said that in the corresponding field The probability is higher, but there are many special cases and it cannot be generalized."

Once you make a mistake in judging the nature of the enemy's ability, it can really be fatal.

Jiang Baimian and others also understand this:

Shang Jianyao once had a memory erased by an awakened member of the "Life Sacrifice" sect. This obviously belonged to the ability of the "last man" field, but the other party believed in "Si Ming".

At this time, seeing that the deputy minister wanted to raise a new question, Long Yuehong plucked up the courage and asked quickly:

"Minister, I have a question:

"We have all, uh, most of us been genetically modified. Will it be very conspicuous when we get to the Prime City, and it will be easy for people to suspect that we are from 'Pangaea'?"

The reputation of our own company does not seem to be very good in the dusty world, and "Prime City" is the nearest major force. There must be fierce competition between the two parties.

Xiyu looked at Long Yuehong, smiled and said:

"Don't worry. When you get to the First City, you will find that tall and good-looking people can be found everywhere, but at least they are not that rare."

She paused and explained with a smile:

"Who do you think the company is trading with when it exports so much genetically modified liquid every year in exchange for supplies?"

"That's it..." Long Yuehong pretended to be suddenly enlightened.

When he had nothing to do on the way, he also finished reading the "Actor's Self-cultivation" that Shang Jianyao had returned.

Xiyu glanced at the clock on the wall, considered it and said:

"That's it for today. You guys need to rest for a while. You can decide when to set off. Just give us a report."

Her expression became serious again:

"I must remind you that investigating the cause of the destruction of the old world is definitely a dangerous thing. In addition to us, many major forces have also made similar attempts. However, after the teams sent out to investigate to a certain extent, Either disappeared, died, or became mad, with almost no exception.

"In addition, there are many powerful people lurking in the Prime City. You must be careful this time and keep in touch with the company at all times."

"Yes, Minister!" Shang Jianyao replied with enthusiasm.

"..." Xiyu was stunned for a moment, "No need to be so formal, I will just remind you, okay, you can go back."

As Jiang Baimian stood up, he curiously asked:

“Minister, what happened before that made us have to hand over the harvested items as soon as we arrived at the door?

"I heard Captain Liu tell me the general situation, but I don't know what items that guy hid."

Xiyu sighed softly:

"A recording pen with propaganda materials of a secret sect inside."

"What sect?" Shang Jianyao suddenly became excited.

"Natural Sect." Xiyu said simply, "We don't have any more information about it yet."

Natural Sect... Jiang Baimian repeated this name in his mind.

Taking this opportunity, Bai Chen, whose bones had not yet completely healed, pursed his lips and asked:

"Minister, after this reward is received, will I be able to undergo genetic modification or bioprosthetic limb transplantation?"

In fact, after getting the new exoskeleton device, she was no longer so urgent about it.

Xiyu looked at Bai Chen and said seriously:

"If you insist.

"Well, that's assuming you fully understand the risks."

Bai Chen nodded and said nothing more.

Shang Jianyao and others immediately said goodbye to the deputy minister and returned to Room 14 on the 647th floor.

It was just half past five, and there was still a while before the cafeteria opened. Jiang Baimian threw himself into the armchair behind the desk, stretched out his body, and said with emotion:

"It's better to feel comfortable at home..."

Before she finished speaking, she saw Shang Jianyao walking to the couch and lying down directly.

"Hey, be more reserved!" Jiang Baimian found that he was still not free and easy enough.

"It's better to feel comfortable at home." Shang Jianyao repeated her words.

Long Yuehong sat on the single sofa next to her, and Bai Chen returned to his seat.

"I'll treat you to a big dinner later!" Jiang Baimian was too lazy to do anything else and decided to let Shang Jianyao go.

The adults don't remember the faults of the villain!

The four of them just occupied a position, chatting in an extremely relaxed body and mind.

As they chatted, the voices in the room gradually disappeared.

After an unknown amount of time, Jiang Baimian suddenly opened his eyes.

She was awakened by her stomach's protests.

"Why did you fall asleep...what time is it?" Jiang Baimian muttered silently, turning his wrist to look at the electronic watch.

It said it was 8:05 pm.

This means all canteens are closed!

Jiang Baimian opened his mouth, stood up, and patted the table twice:

"Wake up, wake up, wake up!"

Long Yuehong and Bai Chen woke up in a daze.

"Is the cafeteria open?" Shang Jianyao entered a very energetic state as soon as he woke up.

"It's closed!" Jiang Baimian said angrily, "Why did you sleep until this time?"

She was mainly angry at herself.

Bai Chen glanced at his watch and said relatively calmly:

"The main thing is that I feel relaxed."

Outside the company, even if someone is on duty, they don't sleep well enough, and they always have that string in their minds.

It's okay in the short term, but after so many months, even the "Chosen One" has accumulated a lot of fatigue.

"Indeed." Jiang Baimian thought for a moment and smiled, "Just wait, I'll go get some food and come back."

"Need help?" Shang Jianyao asked with bright eyes.

Jiang Baimian spat:

"What are you thinking about? I'll go home and see what ingredients are available."

About fifteen minutes later, Jiang Baimian returned to Room 14 on the 647th floor, holding noodles, cabbage, tomatoes, eggs, several canned meats and an induction cooker in his arms.

She put the things away, looked around, and said with a bright smile:

“We’ll cook our own meal!”

"Okay!" Shang Jianyao rushed over.

Long Yuehong and Bai Chen looked at each other and saw the smile on each other's faces.

They thought it was quite interesting.