Chapter 219

After becoming a system-certified dependent, Mudrock enjoys a boost to her cultivation efficiency. Most importantly, she can receive energy replenishment within a certain range of Shi Lei.

Continuous training and the support of a master who was like a power bank allowed Mudrock's strength to advance by leaps and bounds.

After eight months of training, the Magic Shield she casts has become thicker. The shield refresh time has also decreased to 4.5 seconds.

While it can't provide full coverage like the Jade Shield, breaking through Mudrock's shield within five seconds is still extremely difficult.

When encountering heavy weapons like missiles from the enemy, Mudrock can summon Stone Statues to block them. If one isn't enough, summon more; the shield refreshes after five seconds.

"Done."

After confirming that there was nothing to move, Shi Lei went to the boarding area and approached Amiya had just finished the handover:

"Miss Amiya, if I may ask, how long will we be staying in Trimont City?"

"Thank you for your hard work carrying this."

She turned around and saw it was the Special Operations Team. She thanked them first, then smiled and explained:

"Rhodes Island will stay in Trimont City for about fifteen days, no more than a month. During this time, four reconnaissance teams will be dispatched to investigate four different areas of the city. This is to ensure that no illegal human experimentation operations still exist in the area after the Loken incident. Doctor Zhongli, is there something you need to ask?"

"Actually, it's nothing much. I was just thinking that since I'm in Trimon, I'd like to stop by a company called Rhine Lab. It would be even better if I could exchange medical insights with the Doctor there. Of course, this is my personal matter and won't interfere with my work. According to the contract, I will ensure the personal safety of each investigation team."

Amiya smiled upon hearing this and replied:

"I know Rhine Lab is one of the top pharmaceutical companies in Trimon and even Columbia. The researchers there are the elite of the elite. In terms of pharmaceutical research, it is more well-known than Volvotkoczynski and Beach Umbrella Company. Don't laugh, Doctor Zhongli, but if I had the opportunity, I would like to recruit Doctor as excellent as Rhine Lab to work at Rhodes Island."

Shi Lei had been using his intermittent mobile internet connection these past few days to research Rhine Lab online. Which company wouldn't want such outstanding medical professionals?

"Rhodes Island's proactive approach to infected individuals is rare in the world. Sooner or later, it will attract outstanding Doctor from Rhine Lab to work here."

Amiya knew he was trying to comfort her, but she was still very happy:

"Doctor Zhongli, then I'll take your kind words. There are no more goods available now, and we need to transport them. If you're not familiar with the city, I can recommend a guide."

"Okay, thank you for your help."

She nodded and made a call using the Walkie-Talkie.

While waiting, Shi Lei called the Special Operations Team members aside and said in a consultative tone:

"Everyone, I'm sorry. I do have personal matters to attend to and need to go to Rhine Lab. However, the security work for the four investigation teams cannot be neglected. I'd like to split you all into the four teams. What do you think?"

"What? Join someone else's group?"

Exusiai's surprised voice immediately attracted the attention of a blue-haired, white-eyed male Operator of the Saffran. He blended into his surroundings and turned his gaze in their direction.

"Zhongli, don't even think about putting me in someone else's group. You've done this to me, so you need to take responsibility as a man. Without you, neither Croissant nor I can work properly!"

Uh-huh???

Operator Savra pricked up her ears, her gossip-loving heart beginning to burn brightly.

Could it be that Zhongli has an ambiguous relationship with this Sarkaz and another woman?

Lappland came to Rhodes Island this time specifically to see Shi Lei. She wanted to experience the exhilarating feeling of being protected by the Jade Shield and attacking recklessly without fear of injury.

She had already had her fill in Yarbing. But if she could have another, there was naturally no reason to refuse.

"Zhongli, I came all the way from Syracuse. I would be very sad if you assigned me to another group."

When she's not insane, Lappland does look quite like a rich Eldest Daughter.

Upon hearing this, Operator Savra suddenly realized what was going on.

Wow, a second woman has appeared! What's going on? Is this a love triangle?

Texas, usually a man of few words, had to speak up at this moment. Based on her understanding of Shi Lei, if she didn't refuse now, she would most likely be assigned to another group.

This man is sometimes as straight as a stone:

"Zhongli, I won't go to any other groups either. Look at me now, I'm no longer suitable for carrying out missions alone."

After Texas finished speaking, she reached up and touched her lower abdomen. Unlike Exusiai, she didn't have a [something] on her head.

The halo continuously consumes energy.

For the past year, Texas has been eating a high-calorie diet every day and partying frequently. With little exercise, it's normal for her to be slightly overweight. Her offensive skills are still there, but her dodging abilities have declined significantly.

Sigh, I feel like I should start dieting when I get back.

Operator Savra noticed Female Lupo touching her stomach and a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes. She analyzed this unconscious action and quickly drew a conclusion.

Is she... pregnant?

Good heavens, is that his child?

Seeing Texas make her stance clear, Mudrock naturally wasn't going to be outdone. She also didn't want to leave her master for another group, and said with her big eyes:

"Doctor Zhong, I'm your medical assistant. An assistant is someone you should keep close by to handle trivial matters, so please don't assign me to other teams."

Operator Savra stared in shock and disbelief at Shi Lei's retreating figure.

Although the Sarkaz beauty didn't say it explicitly, it just felt like she had something to do with that man, right?

These, these few women?

Seeing that everyone expressed their unwillingness to join other investigation teams, even Miss Nian, who had been standing on the sidelines and didn't want to talk to anyone, became nervous.

She came here from Yan to cultivate a good relationship with the Archon fragment. If, unfortunately, Shi Lei entrusts her to another group, she'll be severely reprimanded afterward.

"I... I haven't signed a contract with Rhodes Island. Don't send me to any other group. Mister Zhongli, I'll go wherever you go."

Wait, how many beauties are there exactly?

Operator Savra the beautiful dragon woman in the Cyan Qipao doing the same thing, she felt a pang of envy.

Why are so many beautiful women so devoted to him? Does this man have some extraordinary talent?

Ahhhhh, I want that too!

Shi Lei didn't spread his Psychic Power at all times, as that could easily injure sentient beings. He didn't notice the nearby Operator Savra, who looked at him with obvious admiration.

Seeing that everyone clearly stated that they did not want to be separated from other reconnaissance teams to carry out missions, he could only come up with a compromise, trying his best to have the best of both worlds.

"Okay, I understand."

The group returned to Amiya's side and waited for about two minutes. Then they saw a stylish, mature woman with white hair and golden eyes, wearing a black hat and Liberi hat, walk over.

Amiya shrugged and introduced herself:

"Doctor Zhongli, this is Miss Zilan, Columbia who is quite familiar with Trimon. Miss Zilan, this is Doctor Zhongli."

Zilan had heard of this man, and said seriously:

"I know, Amiya. Is there something you need? I don't want to take on dangerous jobs; I just want a peaceful job and a peaceful life."

"Doctor Zhongli wants to visit Rhine Lab, and I also intend to cooperate with them. Therefore, I plan to send you as our negotiating representative to contact Rhine Lab and see if we can cooperate in the medical field."

Zilan nodded, as long as it's not a fight.

"Then consider the extra time as approved leave for me, okay?"

"No problem, Miss Zilan."

Now that he has a local guide, Shi Lei still needs to address the safety issues of the four reconnaissance teams.

"Miss Amiya, take a look at this."

"Um?"

In front of her, Shi Lei magically produced four bracelets made of Rock Element from his pocket.

Considering Amiya had visited the military camp in Yarbing and witnessed the colors of the giant Planet Befall, he changed the color of his bracelet to avoid any unwarranted associations.

"Miss Amiya, Mudrock will accompany you to ensure your safety during this period. The leaders of the remaining three reconnaissance teams can wear this bracelet. It contains a special signal locator made by Penguin Logistics, which can accurately pinpoint the exact location. We will agree on the time and frequency of communication and exchange information every so often. If any team loses contact, I will immediately rush to their aid."

Mudrock felt bitter after hearing this.

Of these women, she was the only one unaffected by the Jade Shield, and her combat strength was second only to Shi Lei. Is being powerful sometimes a mistake?

Ah, I really want to be with my owner.

Shi Lei knew that Mudrock was unwilling. But right now, she was the only one who could fight without the Jade Shield.

As the leader of Rhodes Island, Amiya always needs a bodyguard by her side.

Since he couldn't be in two places at once, he had no choice but to make his family members suffer a little.

"I entrust the safety of Mudrock, Amiya, and the others to you. Afterwards, I can grant you one wish, provided it does not violate Morality or the law."

Mudrock's eyes immediately lit up, and he was overjoyed:

"Really? You can't go back on your word!"

"No, you know I always keep my word."

Texas's Adam's apple bobbed; she really wanted to say something about it afterward. But she knew it would seem too deliberate, so she reluctantly held back.

Furthermore, the specially made bracelet that Shi Lei boasted about did not contain a signal transmitter. The Rock Element creations he made did not belong to any substance on this land.

As long as it is within a certain range, it can sense the wearer's exact location without being affected by Signal Jamming.

Therefore, calling it a positioning bracelet isn't exactly a lie.

"No problem, Doctor Zhongli."

Amiya took out her phone and opened her contacts:

"I'll give you the cell phone numbers of the four investigation team leaders. Keep in touch whenever you need to."

With this

Meanwhile, in a room on the This Ship.

Kal'tsit looked through the glass at the landing zone where they were, a sense of unease rising within her.

To avoid a meeting between the two and prevent unnecessary complications, Zhongli must stay; otherwise, she cannot leave.

Don't stay here, get out of here!

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Seeing the Special Operations Team and Miss Zilan get into the car and leave, Kal'tsit quickly went back to her room to change into some comfortable clothes. Taking advantage of the gap when Amiya finished handing over the ship and returned to the This Ship, she left the boarding area through another exit.

Her trip involves top-secret matters. She needs to stay away from main roads and avoid Rhodes Island operator.

Kal'tsit anticipates arriving at the heavily guarded underground fortress before midnight. At that point, questioning the guardian will confirm Zhongli's identity.

Meanwhile, the Special Operations Team drove a sedan and an orange pickup truck out of the This Ship's warehouse. They drove one after the other towards downtown Trimon.

Miss Zilan sat in the back right seat of the Texas car, checking back and forth with a makeup mirror. Exusiai's halo served as a natural light source, making it easy for her to confirm whether the concealer and foundation had covered the traces of the Originium crystal.

This was the first time Shi Lei had ever seen someone cover up Originium crystal with makeup; it truly lived up to its reputation as one of the four great evil arts.

Finally, Zilan closed the makeup box. Her golden eyes gazed ahead through the car window:

"Doctor Zhongli, would you mind accompanying me to visit an old friend first? I need to reconnect with the local intelligence network, and then I'll go to Rhine Lab this afternoon."

Shi Lei had no objection to this. The other person was Columbia; their information was definitely more reliable than his own.

"It's alright, Miss Zilan. There's plenty of time, no rush. I'll do whatever you say."

"Okay, then turn right ahead."

Texas swerved the steering wheel and took the designated route into Trimon. As they approached the city center, the traffic became noticeably congested.

Loud voices and short, sharp horns.

It's full of the aroma of everyday life.

Columbia, a nation less than a century old, has attracted countless outsiders seeking their dreams. Some have been battered and bruised by reality, fleeing in disarray. Others have quietly developed their talents and settled down here.

As a Mobile Cities that carries the dreams of generations, traffic congestion is perfectly normal.

While waiting, Shi Lei looked out the window.

Those illuminated signs that haven't been turned on yet resemble the eyes of a sleepy person. One can only imagine the dazzling, decadent scene this place must be at night.

Vehicles come and go like a flowing river.

Those hurrying by are just passersby.