Chapter 255
╭(╯^╰)╮Hmph!
It makes you talk badly about others behind their backs.
"Hmm, the wind." MEI looked at the report in her hand and said softly, "We need to make a Wendy Valkyrie Battle Suit."
'This is really not an easy task.'
MEI feels a bit of a headache.
If it were the real MEI, this would probably be something that wouldn't be stressful at all for her. But for the current MEI, the pressure is quite significant.
Although I took on this job, this Valkyrie Battle Suit is not something you can just make whenever you want.
In the traditional case.
In other words, a Valkyrie Battle Suit is currently the result of collaborative efforts from multiple departments. This involves various disciplines such as materials science, ergonomics, and Honkai mechanics.
A Valkyrie armor is the result of the combined efforts of thousands of scientists and tens of thousands of skilled technicians.
This is quite a precious item.
But MEI certainly doesn't have that many resources on hand right now.
Moreover, even if she did have it, she didn't have any design drawings.
More importantly, she lacked relevant knowledge in this area!
The system had previously helped her improve her knowledge of MEI, unlocking some of her expertise. However, this knowledge concerned mechanics, electronics, and biology.
The Valkyrie Battle Suit involves very few aspects.
"Trouble!"
MEI threw the documents in her hand onto the table.
Next, it can't be earlier.
This is the most awkward problem MEI is facing right now.
But MEI still accepted.
The reason is simple: because...
She has a cheat code!
MEI quickly immersed herself in her own sea of consciousness.
It's still that same ordinary system with no special features or decorative interface, still those three familiar options, still...
"Long time no see." MEI pushed up his glasses.
"Is the snack here?"
It's still that strange voice changer sound.
'This guy...' MEI felt a bit amused and exasperated.
'They've clearly been exposed, yet they're still using a voice changer.'
'How much does this guy like voice changers?'
"What else can you think of besides eating?" MEI said impatiently. "The snacks aren't ready yet."
"I have something else to discuss with you."
"Oh..." The system's voice immediately turned disappointed.
"Then... is there anything I can help you with?" the system asked again.
"I need a Valkyrie Battle Suit," MEI said directly, "For Wendy."
"I see." The system also flatly refused, "Don't even think about it."
"Even if you add ten more puddings for me, it's impossible."
"Why?" MEI asked rhetorically.
Is this considered a firm stance from the system?
It doesn't seem like it, but he probably didn't lie.
"Because it's bound," the system said. "If you draw the character Wendy and equip her with her exclusive weapon and equipment..."
"Then you can take these things to the extreme."
"Of course, the character is the foundation, but the source of weapons and equipment does not necessarily have to be limited to obtaining them from the system."
"However, the weapons and equipment obtained by the system have one thing in common: they belong to you."
"Others can't use it."
Even if you force her to use it.
"That's just better clothes and a sharper knife."
"It cannot bring out its full potential."
MEI has certainly considered this limitation, and MEI doesn't actually want these things.
What she really wants is...
"Could you help me improve my knowledge of MEI?" MEI asked, seemingly as a compromise. "I've just landed a big order."
"I need to make a set of armor for Wendy."
"If I can't make this suit of armor."
"Your pudding and other desserts!"
"I don't want any of them!"
Chapter 277 Lottery?
Advance as a means of retreat.
This is a strategy.
For example, in a well-worn analogy, someone wants to open a window, but this request is certainly not allowed by everyone. So, this person suggests lifting the roof, which greatly surprises everyone. Seeing that opening the roof is not allowed, they suggest opening a window instead, and everyone allows them to open a window.
MEI is the same now.
She first made an unreasonable request, knowing full well that it was impossible to fulfill.
Just give Wendy the set of equipment directly from the system.
This is simply impossible.
Even if he insisted, or even threatened, the system might not agree. Therefore, MEI didn't intend to take it, and upon hearing the system's rejection, MEI immediately turned to his real purpose.
Increase the MEI's understanding value!
MEI was the most outstanding scientist of the previous era. Improving MEI's knowledge value is of great help in researching Honkai and the system.
It might even improve your current DIY skills.
Stop doing steampunk stuff.
This whole thing...
"Sorry, that's impossible." The system also refused, saying, "This kind of thing violates the user guidelines. So it's best not to make such a request."
"What? User guidelines?" MEI said, amused. "I..."
"When was this thing signed?"
"You definitely signed it," the system said assertively, unusually so. "You guys wouldn't even read these things yourselves, and you just clicked the checkmark without hesitation!"
"Anyway, it's definitely signed, and I won't accept any rebuttal."
"No matter what kind of snacks you try to bribe me with, it won't work."
"Huh?"
Mei found it a bit strange.
This...
Why is this system so powerful?
Did she say beforehand that bribery with snacks wouldn't work? Is this implying that the bribe wasn't enough? Or is she going to keep giving? Or is it really not working?
Something seems a little off here?
Could it be that someone else has taken over the reins?
Was a third party involved?
MEI feels a bit strange.
Based on previous test results, it's likely that two people are operating the system together. Of course, one of them is spending more time on the operation.
It appears very frequently.
The other one appears much less frequently.
More importantly, there is a conflict between the two people.
"What about Weight-loss medicine?" MEI asked again.
"Unnecessary!"
The answer I received was still very direct and extremely firm, giving off a sense of unwavering integrity.
"Oh~" MEI seemed to understand and said, "Okay, I got it."
"Good to know."
"That's what the system said."
'Really?' Mei chuckled inwardly. 'Why does your voice sound like it carries a hint of disappointment?'
It was disappointment, but there was also a sense of relief mixed in with the disappointment.
Disappointment is understandable; she might be disappointed without these things. So what is she thankful for? That she wasn't bribed? What's there to be thankful for?
MEI doesn't quite understand.
'Unless this isn't just about one person, but an entire organization.'
There is only one organization whose actions can explain the current situation.
For an organization to operate more efficiently, in addition to reforming its organizational structure, the level of integrity within the organization is also a very important evaluation criterion.
What this world is not lacking are those who are incompetent, rich, and want to be in high positions.
Power and money are two things that can never be separated.
With power, money comes faster.
If an organization cannot maintain such practices at a relatively low level, corruption will affect the organization's operational efficiency.
Therefore, if this organization wants to develop steadily, it must investigate and punish corruption.
Snacks and Weight-loss medicine may not be enough.
But if someone is guilty and afraid of being investigated, they definitely won't accept it.
So this is the 'source of steadfastness'?
Mei wasn't entirely sure of her judgment. After all, she wasn't there, and relying on fragmented information was like the blind men and the elephant—she couldn't see the whole picture from just a few details.
However, the possibility is quite high.
And if she's disappointed, does that mean there's still a chance?
If you can't give it directly, you can give it from other angles, right?
If the bribery is done properly.
"What should I do if I need it urgently?" MEI said, looking very anxious. "It would be terrible if we lost this big order."
"Perhaps~" the system said as if deliberately prompting, "You could try a side quest."